"Without Ammy, we can't go outside to take a nap. Rice won't grow. Laundry won't dry. We shouldn't just pray for things we want. We should also consider how the gods must feel once and a while. After all, the best part about Ammy is her happy-go lucky attitude!" Issun is my favorite companion in all of video games.
Just finished the game today, I thought I was ready for that scene after listening to this song so many times...heh, I wasn't still a tear jerking and moving moment to add to a already beautiful game...words can't describe my love for Okami
When Issun said "that furball can't do anything without me" I thought everybody was going to rant about something negative in Ammy, and she would try to demonstrate everyone that she's more than a simple white wolf. But boy was I wrong. Everybody was praising her, asking why the sun suddenly disappeared, seeing Issun's painting of her and giving her strength. And Issun just accepted his destiny as a Celestial Envoy and helped Ammy from the bottom of his heart. He spread the word, asked everyone to pray and value gods. To think about how they felt. And I started tearing up a little bit. Honestly I didn't saw that coming, Issun was a complete jerk in the last arc, and in the end, he was the responsible of the sun rising again in the skies. What a beautiful moment.
I think it’s more like Issun wanted to be ready for the depart knowing that Ammy will had to go her own way and Issun the same when he learns all the celestial brush techniques, yet it seems that he doesn’t want to go, and he fights to be with Ammy when she goes to the Yamato, he doesn’t wanted to say goodbye, and in a moment of need he helped a true friend
@@Mephistofeles Clichés. And the fact that Issun's entire purpose was collecting the brush techniques and run away with them for his own selfish wants. That's why I thought it was gonna be negative lmao
I like this. Okami's story has always had a mix of mythology that works like a charm. Amaterasu was beloved, however it was the jealousy of her younger brother Susano-o that made her hide away in a cave. The grief of seeing rice fields torn and the flayed body of a baby horse in her shrine was too much. The world plunged into darkness. The evil in the Summer Storm had caused the Sun to go. The world was devasted. No rice could grow without the golden rays, no plants and flowers could soak in the sun's light. No child could go out to play in the sun, no animal dared step foot outside their nests and lairs. Spirits ran amok, causing mischief and evil. The other gods had to do something. So they gathered everyone, from the ants to the great Tsukuyomi, they had to bring Amaterasu out. It was then decided, the power of music would bring the Sun Goddess back. Loudly they played their instruments, cheered loudly did the common folk and rose into sung did every animal. Amaterasu, still crying inside the darkness of the cave, hears the songs, the cheers, the laughter. She grew curious. She slid the boulder away, and she saw a beautiful light. However, she realized it was a mirror, a reflection of herself. The gods quickly made her join the laughs and cheers, the sky lit back up with the sun's beautiful light. After so long, the world bathed in Amaterasu's light once again, and she could feel the gratitude and faith flood her body into a brilliant beautiful smile.
Beat the game for the first time not even half an hour ago, and just wanted to come here When this music started, the tears already started, too. I didn't even advance any of the text or anything. I just sat there and listened to the music for a bit It was weird. I asked myself "What the hell? Why am I crying?" I didn't get it. And then I continued the text and let this scene play out It was really beautiful. Amaterasu was getting beaten and losing her powers again, dying, and then you see the characters you've met throughout the game. Especially important to me, Issun, since he and Amaterasu parted ways before going into the ark just a while ago, and you see him now with the others praying, and how he mentioned that people should consider how the gods feel, too. Usually, how stuff like this goes, is about how the gods are there for the people, watching over them and being there for them in their time of need. So it was touching to see the situation reversed here. Yeah, the people were in need and in danger, too, with Yami and all. But still, seeing this kind of thing happen. Just regular people, praying, helping to be there for and give strength to Amaterasu, in a goddesses' time of need. And this music and all of that made me cry even more. It was my favorite moment in the game Maybe that's what happened, why I started crying before I let the scene play. Maybe I just felt it, you know? Maybe my heart felt what was happening or what was going to happen before I even knew. Maybe a lot of it is just the way the music itself sounds. I mean, here I am listening to this and crying again. The way it sounds, it just makes me emotional, I guess I don't know, but it was a really beautiful feeling We all need to let it out at times. Just have a cry and let ourselves loose with what we're thinking or feeling. All the stuff we go through in life, day by day. All the good times, and all the times where we feel like shit. All the times we feel like we want to go out and change the world for the better, and all the times where we may feel like life's not worth living anymore, and wish we weren't even here... We go about our days, and sometimes, because of that, and because of so much happening and so many different thoughts on our mind, it becomes easy to forget other things. Things that mean a lot to us. People we care about, or happy memories, for instance. Stuff like that. We all need to be able to have our own personal moments. Moments where we take a step back and remember who we are, and the things we cherish. Those moments where we just... feel human again, even if it's temporary. Just really feel human Even all this stuff I'm saying isn't enough to really describe it. But that's alright, I guess. We don't always have to understand these kind of things. Just feeling it is sometimes enough Or maybe I'm just crazy and I'm having one of those rare times where I start rambling on way too much when I get emotional. Probably just making another random ass comment here, letting out what I think and feel to nobody in particular. Like talking to a wall or to the mirror. Just one random comment out of however many there are. I don't know... But whatever, I guess. All I do know is that I'm glad I got to have a moment like this again. It was like a moment that I didn't even know I needed Like usual, and like I mentioned, I'll end up going about my own day and be focusing on other things, but for now, I'll enjoy this. This moment in this game and what it meant to me. So, right now, through whatever tears I may have running down my face, I'm happy. There's some sadness in there, as well. Bittersweetness and some personal regrets in life and whatever stuff like that. But for now, I can still smile, and I'm really thankful for that I'm glad I got to have this
It's hard for me to not tear up listening to the song alone, specially the "explosion" at 03:40. Now imagine this reading one of the most heartwarming and emotional sequence of dialogues in gaming history.
+Catlinconroy Phone Well beacuse everyone has different opinions and likings and that's fine. Not everyone will like it and that's also fine. The important thing is to respect each other's opinions. And hack Undertale is not perfect and it's not for everyone which is also fine. :)
My sister had this song playing at her wedding, the moment i heard it i started to tear up. Okami is genuinely a piece of high art, and is one of the most beautiful masterpieces ever concived. Especially this song. The part at 4:39 feels like the song is speaking directly to you, the player. It says "have hope" in my book. In my eyes, okami is utterly flawless, it's such a beautiful experience and i will forever hold it near and dear to my heart
I consider myself a rather stoic person, and this game--specifically this song--is the only piece of media that has ever made me cry. If someone listens to this song and is still able to think that video games are just mindless and soulless, that person is without either emotion or logic. This song is a beautiful work of art, and this game is a beautiful work of art AND a very fun and successful thing to play. Good job, Clover Studios.
I remember when I was beating yami and everyone started praying to Amy oh my gosh when when this song played I just lost it. I cried like the biggest baby ever :,( best game ever!! I still play it too this day over and over.
I beat this game for the first time about 15 minutes ago. Now I'm crying because I'm realizing I won't get that "first time feeling" ever again with this game. Such a great masterpiece.
Cry. Cry for the ones you love. Family, friend or lover. Know that in your heart. There's was piece of you that want you to grow into a better person. Protect the ones you love now. Protect that thing worth protecting. And you will know that Nothing in this world can touch you. This is my poem.
This is why I love video game especially this game. Okami left a big impact in my childhood with its great storyline, loveable character and unforgettable soundtrack. Video games created part of our childhood memory and able to play those game in our adult life is just something that can't be done by anything else.....
I remember the first time I made it to this fight. I felt overwhelmed with sadness because for a split second I had forgotten Issun didn't come with Ammy on the Ark. Then I let out the most gut-renching, anger filled, demon-scattering yell I have ever uttered when Yami stole Ammy's powers...again. So loud my mom had to come and check and make sure I was okay. I remember describing to her why I was angry, who the villain was and why I had tears in my eyes, I told her the adventures I had gone on in this game, the characters I had met and the experiences I had learned all while this song was playing in the background. I remember that day not because of just how amazing this game was, but because that day it clicked in my mom's head why I loved games so much. It wasn't just a time waster, they were stories I got to experience the way I wanted to, stories I could interact with and see and hear. I got to see my mom realize what games meant to me and how they weren't an escape but an adventure to be had. I'll never forget what Okami gave me that day and every day I have ever played it, it gave my mother a reason to understand why I play. Thank you Okami, Issun and Ammy too, of course Tama the fireworks genius, Mr. and Mrs. Orange, Susano and Kushi, Thank you to the Canine Warriors (you'll never beat me lol) Thank you to all the residents of Taka Pass, To all the residents of Sei-an, Kaguya and Mr. Bamboo, Oki and denizens of Wep'keer, All the Poncles and Celestial Envoys, And most importantly, Thank you Clover Studios... I'll never forget what I received from this one game, and I hope wherever everyone is, in quarantine or out and about, that this game touched you in a way that made you a better person as well. Because remember, the best thing about the Ammy in all of us is that Happy-go-Lucky Attitude!
@@blueporcupine8655 I mean technically this is already an orchestra performing it in-game and also the rest of the soundtrack but I would totally watch a concert for the 15 year anniversary... But it sadly didn't happen
When I first beat this game and the music swelled towards the end when Ammy became fully reborn in all her splendor, I literally cried. I'm not afraid to admit it. God, SUCH a gorgeous song!
This is the farewell music for my 17 year old dog named Ammy (yes, after this game) whom we buried this evening. She was the best farm dog anyone could ask for. Hunting mice? loved it! Trapping moles? Always! Hunting squirrels! LET ME AT THEM NO GOOD THEVING TREE-RATS! Thank you God for such a wonderful dog!
I never suspected such a moving moment at a time like this... I've honestly never had a game that made me cry, but the moment when this music was playing really moved me.... 59 days passed 38.5 hours played... All time well spent. Thank you Clover Studios, may you rest in peace.
I listened this song for the first time in 2015. I was looking for it's name all this time. Almost 10 years of looking, and I finally found it Thank you to this song for seeing me grow all these years. I'm so happy I finally found you, and happy that I grew up listening to you. I'm so happy, thanks for everything
My my my has it been a long road to 2019. I am an 11 year old kid and I just played okami for my first time. It was awesome. People say this game is just fun or the soundtrack is really good but that is not how I describe it. It is an adventure. When I started playing I couldn’t even move the celestial brush because I was so bad. Then the rest of the game was actually pretty hard. I had to look up guides to know how to get through Oni island, sunken ship, wawku shrine, ETC. Whenever I got a knew power I always failed at first. But I had a growth mindset and that is something important in life. When I saw who Waka really was, I was shocked. That golden haired person from the moon tribe the celestial talked about. When this scene came I knew stuff was about to go down. Seeing the people that you met in your journey and seeing issun show and tell everyone what’s going on and having everybody pray gave me a feeling. A feeling that I had to save the world with no choice. Then it begun. I hope this isn’t just me and one of those comments that take forever I’m sorry, but for those who listened continue to grow and have life skills for eternity and I will bet that you will be a good person when you grow up. I’m really glad I got to share my feelings with everyone. Have a good rest of your day.
I know people have commented this a bunch but, this made me cry. This is literally the only scene in a video game I have cried about. Mostly because of how beautiful and powerful it is. This isn't a video game, actually. It's a work of art.
Of course, dude. I've cried a couple times while playing some Zelda games. It's ok to release your emotions when watching a scene that makes you sad, angry, happy,excited, etc.
+sennin sky I've just recently started replaying this game a few days ago, I've forgotten how beautiful Okami was. 10 friggin years and still there's no game I've played so far that can match or even beat Okami. By the way, Hideki Kamiya hinted that he's gonna make Okami 2, If Capcom allows it :)
Just finished the game again on Switch, I bawled my eyes out at this scene. It's been so long since I first played it on Wii I can't remember if I did it back then too but god, the feels...
I don't understand why there are dislikes. What goes through someone's head when they look at the dislike button before clicking it after listening to something like this? I just... What.
I cried, i fucking cried, this fucking beautiful game made me cry a lot and i was really happy with this, all the feelings in this part made me cry, i never thinking i miss issun in a fight, but its make me sad when ammy imagine issun saying "what about one of those howl victory of you?" Okami is an amazing game, very funny and pretty emotional in the rights momments I Regret not playing this in his time, but im happy playing the HD version, definitely its one of my favorites games
I had a friend her name was kira. we were friends for years. She showed me this song we had a ton of adventures together i just want to say hi again and say thank you to her this song was one that she introduced to me kira if you ever see this by some random chance thanks for being my friend
Yes, if only. People insult it a lot, but really, they know nothing about it! In reality it is an amazing game! It is unlike any other game I have ever seen!
Slater Dragon 2 Most people that I've talked to seem to think that if it was any good... They would have heard of it. I have a friend who [Difinitely not judging or anything] thinks COD has the most "beautiful" visuals.
adamtract9 Beautiful visuals my arse! These people (my honest opinion) need to look up new content, find some other games, and maybe, they will like it! And Okami did get thrown out of the top gaming magazines, tv shows, internet shows etc. because gamers don't want innovation!
I would have a pamphlet for the translation. I would also probably play the original song, and get some Japanese on my gravestone. Everyone would sway their arms, it would symbolize my moving on, and the cycles of life and death.
Gosh, I haven't even played this game, so I don't even know what happens when this song plays or anything, yet it makes me burst into tears. It just sounds so beautiful and sad. ;-; It's impressive how some songs can still sound really emotional even without context. I really have to get this game someday if the rest of the soundtrack really is this good.
+Natok the Dragon [PresStarToPlay] 1. Fancy seeing you here. 2. Get this game, I just finished it today, second best game for me, almost beating Xenoblade.
O hai dere AceBen. I'm still considering it, since everyone tells me to get it and since this song almost beats Amiss Abyss from DKCTF as my favorite song of all time. But I'm generally mostly a fan of games you can just hop in and play easily, and Okami doesn't seem like that kind of game, but it will probably still be a good experience. It'd just be a shame if I'd lose motivation halfway through.
+Natok the Dragon [PresStarToPlay] Okami isn't actually that complex, and I would absolutely recommend it. Yes, the rest of the soundtrack is this good. Especially The Sun Rises.
Ah, I see. I'm not the best at adventure games though, unless there aren't way too many puzzles. Like I'm still stuck on Dragon Roost Island in Wind Waker, lol. There's also something I don't really want to talk about that might ruin my experience with new games. But I'm definitely considering it. And that's great to hear!
+Natok the Dragon [PresStarToPlay] Okami doesn't have that much in the way of Zelda-style puzzles. It's main puzzles are finding creative ways to use your abilities to get past stuff, in and out of combat.
This was, to me, the most emotional moment in the entire game. Seeing the faces of everyone you've ever known, all praying for you, and Issun vowing to help you even though he can't be with you... I cry every time. Beautiful music for a beautiful game.
Came back here to listen to this masterpiece again. And as always, it leaves me feeling touched, more than anything. It's beautiful beyond words. I love you, Ammy 🌸
Ōkami is literal masterpiece. The soundtrack has made me feel actual emotion. I feel as if I actually made friends with all of the characters and the game makes you feel like you are Amaterasu *Praise the sun*
I had put this game off for so long, but I finally experienced it. I just heard this for the first time, only a few minutes, but I feel like I'll never forget it for the rest of my life. Ten seconds into the song, I wanted to cry. I have no clue why, but I felt like I needed to. This resonates in me so deeply for some reason. Some reason I can't even begin to comprehend. It felt like the tears were just pulled out of me. Absolutely no warning. I just wanted to cry. I felt like I needed to. I felt like I was longing for it all of a sudden. It pulled all of my emotions out of me in a matter of seconds. Not the scene. Though it was beautiful, this piece of music did that to me. Not the characters, and not the story. It was a song. This is one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever crafted and will continue to be so. This game will forever hold a special place in my heart. Thank you, Okami. You meant the world to me. My only wish is that as many people can experience you as possible, and feel the same things you pulled out of me. And if I can be selfish, please let me experience something like you again one day. I would love that.
I cried at the last part where everyone believes in Ammy. It was also a bad tie I watched it since everyone was asleep at that time. I don't want my mom and little brother to see me crying my heart out. I wish this game got more appreciation and love! Okami will always have a special place in my heart!!
This will always be the best game of all time. Deep, moving story, amazing, beautiful music, lovable characters, hilarious dialogue, challenging puzzles, education Japanese mythology; it's literally everything you could want in a game. It's absolutely perfect.
You know what's funny and ironic about your statement? Clover actually intended for Okami to have serious graphics and everything, but scrapped the idea and decided to make a game not for it's gameplay, but for it's artistic graphics and beautiful backstory. It's true, they didn't give much thought to the combat itself, and instead put all their effort into enticing you with a story and beautiful art.
So I came across a tiktok with this song in it and my childhood came rushing back to me, came here to listen to it and cried my eyes out. This game will always be so special to me. The image of a younger me crying over a game for the first time came back, I cared about the characters so much in this when I was little. I think this inspired my next tat, I'd love something to resemble this game along with some of my other game tattoos.
One of the best games I have ever played, the soundtrack, gameplay, story, characters, everything about this game is freaking awesome! Its just beautiful game
I had the Okami soundtrack playing in the background while I played World of Warships. This came on and made me cry. Story; I was the closest person the last remaining enemy, and I had half health. The enemy had half as well, but more in terms of actual numbers, about double mine. He was shooting at me. I realized that to win with the remaining time, I had to ram, sacrificing myself. I cried the entire time, because of this song. Which came on at the perfect time.
Funny, a similar thing happened to me in War Thunder. So here I am, in my A6M5, shot half to hell and just barely flying, and it's just me and one other enemy. .....and then right as I find him, "The Sun Rises" comes on. We slug it out for a couple minutes, and just when he's about to take me down, his engine gives up the ghost. I dump speed, get behind him, and rip his wings off with the last of my ammo.
Reminds me of the time where I was last plane standing, as a bomber, with only one wing and by sheer force of will I managed to keep the bird in the air and limped all the way back to the airstrip and managed a landing. The gunners took down two of the last three enemy planes left, the third one had an accident and flew into a mountain. Like your story, The Sun Rises came on as I leaving the airstrip.
I was crying so hard at this part I had to pause before finishing the battle with Yami because I couldn't see :'( This game had such an emotional impact on me, I'll never forget it. Playing it was like my sanctuary, and helped me deal with my anxiety
This game is so amazing.. It's my childhood. For real. One of my very first game. Started out just with my brother playing the demo and we loved it. This game never gets old in my heart. It rings through me, it's not just a game with a game play i like, with characters I find funny or attaching.. This whole world rings with me. And through maybe the hundreds of time I've played to this game, I just never, never, not cried at this moment. Thank you for building my childhood. ❤
TuT I swear I get teary-eyed every time I THINK of this song much less listen to it. It along with the moment it plays are both just beautiful. Okami is hands down my favorite game.
It's relevant in a way, so let me tell you an actual Japanese myth where the sun disappeared. Amaterasu has a brother named Susanoo, who was a storm god with a bad temper. When the creator god, Izanagi, told Susanoo to go check up on the underworld, he instead went to chill with Amaterasu instead. While there, the two had a competition to see who was better at making gods. They both made four gods, eight in total, and both declared themselves the winner. Well remember Susanuo's temper? Well he got mad and threw a flayed pony into Ammy's weaving hall. This caused an attendant to drop dead from shock. Amaterasu, fed up, goes to sulk in a cave. Well since she's gone, the sun wont shine, and demons and monsters start running around. So the gods get together and try to get Ammy out of the cave. What ends up getting her out of the cave, hilariously, is the party and dawn goddess Ame-No-Uzume, stripping naked and dancing around. The commotion from the gods laughing from this is what causes Amaterasu to come out and see what's going on. They then yank her out and seal up the cave. You're welcome for the fun little story.
I still remember sobbing fervently at this song as all the people of Nippon prayed for Amaterasu's victory. This game is amazing and will forever bring joy to my heart whenever I play it. I pray for your save journey, Amaterasu! May the sun guide us always!
This tune and this moment hit me in a new way today. I first completed Okami when it came out on the Wii, I think. It was a beautiful, beautiful journey with a story most films could only dream of. But I’ve learned a new meaning from the tale. Ammy, the happy-go-lucky Sun god, who never quits, who perseveres in spite of all obstacles ahead of her, fought until she couldn’t fight anymore. Her journey touched so many but they never realised her power until it was almost too late. Even the strongest of us falter, have our moments of weakness, need time to heal and be healed. We need to take strength from those around us who believe in us. It’s a story about faith and strength and courage and a reminder that in the darkest moments, there is still joy and hope to be found. It doesn’t need to be about religion, but it can be. Faith is more than that. It’s about self belief and trusting the belief that others have. In her darkest moment, that belief finds Ammy, and gives her the strength to carry on. She is literally reborn, stronger than ever, and she kicks ass. We could all stand to be a little more Amaterasu.
feels like all my memories just flash up and reset everything, this is soo good. And if the internet breaks at any point than i just want to smash the computer xD
Thank you Ōkami, you defined my childhood, and a lot of my interests… I love you and all you are, you have helped me through so many tough times, many people may not know about you, but I hope one day this series gets the attention, love, and care it deserves, as I love it. Thank you
if they could speak Yami: It's over Amaterasu, you are powerless. This land will forever be in darkness! Amaterasu: I can't win, he is just to strong. (Cue cutscene) Yami: What's this! Amaterasu: You don't understand do you? That all these people need me to defeat you. I was foolish to give up, Issun no every one is counting on me to defeat you Yami. And I WILL NOT LET THEM DOWN!! Face the wrath of the great god Amaterasu, Goddess Of The Sun!
Honestly sounds like something from a Dragon Ball fanfiction. I feel that would ruin this beautiful scene. They don't need to speak to get their feelings across. Irregardless, you do have a good writing style. Also, would Amaterasu refer to herself as the 'Great God Amaterasu'? I honestly don't think so.
Umbra It focuses on the past of equestria (more specifically, the war against discord), with a bit of my own tidbits here and there (like a warrior that is Luna's first and last choice, used a lot during the war against discord, and the fact discord was not a... what ever he is, could never pronounce or spell it, and it's an anthro/HIE fic btw) but first i focus abit on pov as a griffin hatchling, no going to spoil it, but after a while i go to live with ponies (earth and unicorn, reason not given till that chapter in a flash back), updates will be abit slow, but i can manage that. if you want to read it my user name is night-wing. and typing this i got the idea for my next chapter. sorry for the word wall.
I would honestly say that it is an idea that is best reserved for stories that are just so beautiful that they don't need voice acting. Well, yeah they have grumbles, but Okami is an new platform in on itself. It is basically Japan culture on a disk. Japan was not super famous for its voice, but the actions of its people, their different approaches and that is why this game is such a masterpiece. Japan has culture I just can not get enough of, and I am happy because of that. ~The Watcher
I just don't know where to share this, but I feel like I have to get these words out of my chest, so here goes I was about 9 years old when I first played Okami. That's around 2006 and english is not my first language so I found myself second-guessing all the idioms and some words they put in the game. But that didn't stop little me from playing the shit out of this game. I finished the game without guide, getting stuck here and there, racking my brains out, learning new words, opening dictionary, somehow I even learned about myriads of shinto gods since I played this game alongside Persona 4 which had some shinto theme in the game (which adds more depth for both game's story for me). I remember my english tests score just skyrocketed by the time I'm done with this game, even surpassing the smart kids there lmao. If I were to look back, I'm sure the sense of wonder this game gave to little me is what had kept little me till the end, even if I didn't fully understand the words characters in the game says. Even if SOME parts of this game creeps the hell out of my little self, I just know that Ammy and Issun can take care of them just fine. I remember feeling a sense of melancholy, a parting with an adventure at the ending scene. Innocently asking myself "Why would she leave? can't she just stay?" That was the first time a game made me feel wanting to go back to the start of the adventure and experiencing it all over again. And no game has ever made me feel that way ever since. That's about 13 years ago. But I didn't have the chance to play for the second time because I broke the game disc, accidentally. Now in 2020 I decided to play the shit of this game again, in HD, in these trying times. And hey, since my english have gotten better, I think, maybe I can understand this game better now. Even more than before. Turns out it is the best choice I've made this year. I appreciate the game even more. The idioms making sense, the jokes in game especially the ones that Issun says actually became funny for me, the dialogue and the stakes actually made me sympathize more with the characters when they're gone or when we have to part ways with them. And Waka is much, much weirder than I remembered lol. Now there are times in the game where I just, KNOW exactly what to do since little me was sooooo frustrated not knowing what to do next that it etched into my memory. Like the Mr. and Mrs. Cutter part, or the part where you have to bloom flowers atop some gramp's head for exp. The combat feels much more fluid than most games I played through all these years, surprisingly. Ammy's movements outside and inside of combat feels nice, I now use dodge moves more now, which is the move I never use back then. And then, when using the brush with square button, I found my thumb unconsciously reaching for X, the ink speed up button, without me even remembering what X is used for. It's surprising how much the hand can remember such things from 2006 huh? It got me thinking how many times had little me drawn using the celestial brush that made the hand just remembers. This game has, in a quite sappy way, added colors in my life. Its very artistic theme is one of the reasons that made me delve into the world of art. The quirky characters are just memorable to me. It's...a strange feeling, knowing that a game can actually shape yourself. Great game. Right now I'm very close to the end, but I find myself stalling. Not wanting to reach the end again. That's a bad habit of mine, but I know, it was fun while it lasted, it's time to say goodbye. Also FUCK BLOCKHEAD GRANDE. When I found him in the game yesterday, I was so frustrated that childhood memories started to resurface. I remember SWEATING. COLD SWEAT. GRITTING MY TEETH EVERYTIME I MISS. Took about TEN TRIES before I destroyed him yesterday! Imagine how many tries LITTLE OLD ME had gone through with that little brain of his!
I also played Okami for the first time when I was around 9 years old. A lot of the stuff you wrote is super relatable, specifically the part about holding “X” to speed up the ink brush. I have no idea when or how I learned about this; muscle memory is pretty cool lol. Back then, I was too young to fully understand and appreciate everything Okami had to offer. Ever since the first time I cleared the game, I’ve been playing through it at least once a year, and every year I beat it, my appreciation for it grows. This game will have a special place in my heart forever. It’s super nice to see that this game has been ported to all major platforms, despite it being pretty old.
I literally cry every time I listen to this. The storyline and message in it is amazing. No other game in the world can compare with this. I love this so much. Atra astelni Ono thelduin
