Why You Should Play Deep Rock Galactic 

Thanks for the kind words. I'm very glad you enjoy our game so much. Rock and Stone!

The fact that the community wanted the ability to somehow save Doretta and the devs listened should tell you a lot about this game.

I think what I appreciate most about DRG is how laid back the community is. My first time playing with randoms, I got lost on the way to the drop pod, got swarmed and downed. I fully expected to get left behind by the other players... now imagine my surprise (and delight) when the driller comes bursting through the cave wall with the gunner behind him to rescue me. It's for that reason I always try to make sure no one gets left behind. I also love how it's an unwritten rule that when you find a chunk of compressed gold, you set it on the ground and let everyone spam "We're rich!" for a while before depositing it.

The game encourages players to be kind and thoughtful through subtle hints. Messages like "No dwarf left behind" and helping greenbeards. It really pits a common foe against the players and they join up with the cheer. IF YOU DON'T ROCK AND STONE, YOU AIN'T COMING HOME!!

Co-op in DRG is enforced through its mechanics and also its lore: Two of the companies three main slogans are "Dig together or dig your own grave." and "Leave no dwarf behind." Its also implied that the lost teams in the salvage operations died because the company was experimenting with the use of mini-M.U.L.E.s; a smaller mule unit designed for the personal use of one miner, rather than one large mule being shared among a group, theoretically allowing the teams to cover more ground and mine more minerals. But because the teams had no incentive to stick together were swarmed by Glyphids and killed. It's little details like these that help to tell us "If you want to survive, you will stick together and be a team. Not a group."

Fun fact about on site refining: the pipes actually just break on their own, the bugs attacking them does nothing lol

7:04 Something that isn't super well known about the heavy snow patches, they actually reduce the amount of fall damage you take when you land in one, similar to the engineers upgraded platforms. This might save your ass once or twice in a pinch, so remember it

On small details when you run out of ammo for the hurricane and press the reload button there's a funny animation of the gunner waving his fist in anger because has has no more rockets to play airplane with

The production value of this video is something else entirely. Really worthy of a full-lunged Rock-and-Stone!

I think one of the things that kinds of help that co-op feel is something I've dubbed as "light role play". What I mean by this is that in a sense the game makes you want to be like the dwarfs you play as, that sense of comradely brotherhood as you take on armies together, that lust for shiny ore, that love for alcoholic beverages and that sense of just not listening to those higher ups because you need to behave on the job because you know your the best at it. I don't think many people realise it while playing, but when one of their teammates go down I feel many people don't have that mindset of "I need to do this because my odds are worse without you" and instead they think more along the lines of "Don't worry Brother, I got your back". You feel like a badass dwarf in space who cares for his comrades, gold, beer and fun and want to act like it because it's more fun that playing as your average soldier who's just looking out for his team and his country.

I remember that one mission I will not forget in a long time. The fun started when we accidently activated both dreadnought and that flower mini boss at the same time. And while having close to no ammo, nor nitra to order a resupply we somehow managed to defeat both while also having the no air modification. And after all of that we called the drop pod, but we lost our dwarf at the way there. So we returned from the drop pod to save him. After dying like 2 or 3 times each we managed to do it. After that we had a nice time getting drunk in the "Abyss" bar. My favorite part about it is that I was playing with randoms. I love that game. Edit: Now that I think about it, I don't really remember if we all made it, but 1 scout for sure did.

There’s no other game like DRG and the developers listen to the community and know how to make a game perfect and I love this game so much and I hope the community keeps growing and the developers keep updating this because I will still be playing it. Rock and Stone Brothers!🍺

I never knew about project dwarka until now, so only now learning the fact that the “keeping up the tradition” voiceline is a actually a callback to the game’s legacy is so cool

DRG is already my favorite game of all time. Just here to get validation for my beliefs.

Recently picked up the game to play with my brothers, and am blown away by the sheer detail, charm, and passion this game and its developers have. Not to mention the wholesome playerbase, it's easily one of the best video games I have ever played. The mindboggling part to me is that I only paid 12 (Canadian) DOLLARS for the game on sale! Even at $35 regular, this game is a complete steal at that price. Literally hundreds if not thousands of hours of gameplay. ROCK AND STONE! ⛏️

Bosco is the single player companion I've ever had in a game. Just as the game says, he's clearly not a replacement of another dwarf, but he's competent and intelligent enough to get everything you command him to do very well, plus he's invincible and will rush towards you whenever you go down

One big advantage that DRG has over other similar coop games is just how wholesome Dwarfs are. From their rock and stone cheers, to silly dances, to absurd insults when somebody shoots you they're just so sympathetic. And its infectious. On missions you can find compressed gold - chunk of gold that you cash in for a relatively small amount of money, it's practically worthless. But callout for it is som cheerful and happy that players would often gather around it and ping it to hear that "Go-o-old!" and "We're rich!" voicelines.

probably one of the best DRG videos I've ever watched. Rock and Stone, miner! ⛏️

Yeah, I think the Eggman engineer is the one everyone does as soon as they get access to the goggles and the funny moustache. It just... fits

To expand on the 'why the co-op works section', DRG is a masterclass in providing incentives for cooperative play. Aside from an ill timed satchel charge, it is almost impossible to grief another player without explicit intent and there's virtually no payoff for hoarding what few resources aren't automatically shared; off the top of my head the ONLY way to take more than your share is to double dip into a supply pod. Almost everything that benefits you requires cooperation between 2 or more team members - for example something as basic as mining a single mineral patch could require light from a Scout's flare to identify it, a pad from the Engineer to provide standing ground for mining and cover fire from the Gunner if there are Glyphids nearby or if the patch is too close to a swarmer nest. All of the Dwarves' unique tools also fulfill a specific need: the Driller can dig tunnels or remove unwanted terrain, the Engineer can create helpful terrain and the Gunner can cross large empty spaces. If the whole team works together, there is virtually no situation that can't be overcome regardless of how badly Mission Control fudges the placement of the return drop pod.

This just makes me want to play more DRG. Rock and Stone!

Recently I was playing this mining mission with the Haunted Caves mod, the team was Engie, Two scouts (I was one) and a new player gunner. The Ghost Bulk was giving us a lot of headache because it kept downing the engie and the gunner, so it was up to me and the other scout to go find the rest of the objectives. At the end, when we called the dropod, it was literally 30 meters from where we called, however, our engie was still down, on the other side of the cave and all 3 of us had already made it. So I turn around, put my grapple, and start a mad dash towards the engie, blowing dumb bugs in the face all the way, I reach the engie, revive him, then we go all the way back, protecting each other until we got to the dropod. I think this was the most fun I ever had, because this was something that the game thought me "Leave no Dwarf behind".

This final montage was a masterpiece, especially the moment in the memorial hall. Well played, I have 500+ hours of game on my belt but you somehow convinced me to get the game again.

Im seeing a ton of green beards lately, and it’s a glad thing to see, always trying to help those new ones, I even encounter a group that didn’t knew how to “rock n stone “ . Definitely a gem of a game

One of the most important features of this game started as a bug. Some weapon paint jobs had a different model attached to the weapon skin, and some players found a way to use different paint jobs on those skins with different models. The devs saw this and decided to make it an official feature by splitting weapon customization into paint jobs and frameworks, which can be mixed and matched however you want.

I cannot emphasize enough of how good the music is in this game. It really pushes the atmosphere of the different biomes. Especially when Mission Control warns you about an incoming swarm and the music organically changes from "unknown dread of a dark alien planet" to " *_LIGHT THEM THE @#$% UP_* " in a matter of seconds. If you are a fan of 80's darksynth like John Carpenter, then you are gonna love the OST.

Another way this game enforces co-op is not only do some enemies have the ability to grab players, but most enemies in general have very smart path finding and will try to flank or surround you a lot, which means you have to cover your teammates often, on top of working together to take down the tankier ones. Also The game’s voicelines are super hilarious. And the environments look really cool.

The intro was enough for me to start playing this game.

This video is incredible, i'm gonna show this to everyone who's on the fence about this game! ROCK AND STONE!

One of my most memorable moments in DRG was in my first five hours. I was playing scout (as almost always) and we were heading back to the drop pod. And then, three of us died. We told the last dwarf to leave us, but he refused. And he died too. And as the drop pod fired it’s thruster, the highest ranked player, in the 300s if I remember correctly said “At least HQ got their damned minerals.” That stuck with me, and though I only have 25 hours in DRG, I hope that I’ll be able to provide something similar to others.

The whole video is awesome - I've used it as an introductory/recruitment material to send to some of my friends after I got into DRG and wanted more people to hop on board. The end montage however is something else - absolute mastery! Rock and Stone, brother!

this is the best clear, informative and fun overview of deep rock galactic you can watch to get into the dephts as a new miner. great job!

I was doing a haz five mission while playing scout, we did the whole mission fine, but when it came to going to the drop pod we were all trapped in a huge cave with the only way out being a small hole at the top of the ceiling. We were being overrun at this point and everyone new there was only one way we could complete the mission. Everyone iron willed to get me up as fast as possible and sent me on my way to get to the drop pod alone. I almost died multiple times but ended up getting the drop pod with five seconds left. Moments like these is why drg is such a great game.

Quick update. Season 2 made a slight change to the shop. You can still spend credits on the store like before, but now you can also buy stuff using this purple mineral called "Phazyonite" instead (idk if I spelt it right). If you have enough phazyonite, this practically _eliminates_ having to choose between a weapon upgrade or a new outfit piece.

didn't expect that banger at the end!

Crazy video dude! Never have wanted to try a game so bad while having to wait for my friends to discover it with em!

Exemplary work, miner. Management salutes you for this effort. Rock and Stone! On an additional note; this is another reason why the game is so charming. The personality of Central, the shared hatred of elves, the memes the community partakes in, the little quips the dwarves have, it's all phenomenal!

Management - and I - salute you. Damn fine work, miner. Rock and Stone!

Not only educational but actually a fun video as well. Hope u keep making and enjoy it.

That montage at the end gave me chills, Rock and Stone, that was amazing

I never though another game, a co-op to be specific, could match *that* thing L4D2 has. We all know what, that magic that makes it so special. But DRG manage to, not only recreate it but even use it at will, and I really hope this game keeps getting more and more big, even manage to achieve that goal of a full decade of being played just like other games did, like TF2 and such. *Rock and Stone, lads*

if you retrieve dorettas brain bucket it appears on a little cart next to the loadout station with a sticky note that reads "please fix"

One of the best reviews I’ve seen ever seen to a game. The ending is supreme!

Excellent video miner, incredible editing as well, rock and stone!

This is a game that gets better and better over time. I can't wait to see what season 3 brings. The fact that players INSIST on bringing Doretta back on every mission despite getting NOTHING for doing it says everything about this game. It really is amazing how it makes players feel like they are part of a team. LEAVE NO DWARF BEHIND! ROCK AND STONE!

I've watched this through a few times now. I love DRG content. But I think this is the single best all-encompassing DRG Video I've watched. The editing, the writing, the shots you've gotten from in -game, the cave angel metaphor, and ending on the DRG Shanty... The production levels are fantastic, and it's easy to see how much Love and effort went into this video. You've more than earnt my sub. Rock and Stone, Miner. Edit: posted to the DRG subreddit to get this vid some more love!

This video was so well edited and genuinely funny.

Oh my god the intro is so damn good. Good job on the video man!

Awesome video, I've played Deep Rock for years and my friends call it my "comfort game" because I just keep going back to it. Rock and Stone, brother

You have somehow managed to convince me to get Deep Rock Galactic even though I already have it and play it a lot and love it

This video is so well done, take my subscription.

Just had to make a post, the quality of this video was amazing. Loved it!

Amazing editing

I have 1000+ hrs playing this game since 2019, (level 800-something). I have done/acquired literally everything in this game, but still play it regularly (mainly for the weekly elite deep dives). This was also the best review of the game that I've seen so far, so much good and pertinent info in under 30 min. Can't really think of anything important that was left out. I also never knew about "hammer time" before watching this video. RnS!

that ending montage was beautifully made

Congratulations, you succeeded in knocking me off the fence and I'm gonna get it asap! May I see you between the rock and stone!

I just recently started playing this on the playstation 5 because a friend asked me to join him, I figured sure its only 2,5 gb (which seems insane to me given how much content there actually is and how well the game runs and loads) and I immediately got hooked, had it free from PS plus so I figured, hey I'll buy the supporter pack to show my appreciation and get some cool cosmetic goodies. I have since played it almost every day and am always stoked to hop back in. Rock and stone miners! For Karl!

This has to be without a doubt the greatest, and most well edited video about drg I've ever watched. The only thing I think you missed was that the cosmetics in the season trees get put into the store and the loot crate/lost equipment system when the season is over But seriously this video goes above and beyond to portray just how it feels to play drg and how much the devs care about the game and its community. Rock and stone!

Very impressive video. Rock & Stone Brother!

Rock and Stone brother! 💎⛏️

I think the class system in this game works so well because they all feel necessary, like you said, but not absolutely required. You CAN go without each of them, it doesn't prevent you from getting the mission done, but having each class makes the missions go so much smoother that it's preferred to have one of each. This also shows how fun each class is by themselves, even if you prefer one specific class. Gunner is awesome, he's the dude you want to have around during bad situations. He has big, super satisfying guns, and he can put out a shield for emergencies, which is possibly the most op gadget out of all the classes because of it's overwhelming usefulness in panic-inducing situations. Driller is great because you're underground, and he is designed for destructing and making changes to the environment as is needed. His weapons are more focused for dot or aoe damage rather than direct damage, and he has many modifications for his weapons that can provide debuffs for the enemies to support your team. Engineer is fantastic because he can create places to walk, can provide 2 (or 1) extra gunners with his turrets, and I think he overall has the most balanced utility of all the classes. Scout is my favorite because he can jump in and out of combat at a moments notice, he can reach minerals out of reach very quickly, he can provide a clear view of the enemies, which isn't entirely necessary, but is an absolute blessing when you need it, and in extreme situations, he can kite big enemies away from the team, quickly jump to a teammate for a revive, or when he needs to rez the whole party in extreme situations. They all do things differently, but they're so well balanced that it doesn't take away from the experience by mixing it up and not using some of the classes.

I've come back to this review a couple times just for the montage alone. The transition from the gunner to the zipline at 26:36 is smooth af. Rock and stone!

Ok that outro/montage bit at the end gave me legit goosebumps but in a good way.

Pick up line for you to take home: "You are the engie's platform to my scout's grappling hook."

I think you perfectly encapsulated and presented everything that is absolutely amazing about this game. Watching this video made me want to play it after playing all day. The editing, script, and visuals were awesome, you deserve a lot more subscribers then you have. The only nitpick I could have with this video is one I have with basically every review. One of my favorite things about this game is how it's a FPS but inclusive for aim gods or people that can't aim to save their life. You're a csgo player with 10k hours and perfect aim? Use the M1K or AI stability engine GK2 and snipe every bug's head! You can't aim for crap? Play driller or gunner and just shred swarms without aiming! I absolutely love the all inclusive nature this game has as an FPS, it's stellar.

Okay for real I hope this gets more attention. You have such a cool editing style. Obviously the outro was really well made, but this video was really well structured and put together.

After watching the video, it's quality tells me how much work you've put in to it and how much you enjoy the game. Thank you for making such a comprehensive review. As a recently new player, this video has helped me out a bunch!

For Rock n Stone! Wooo! Hopefully see ya in the game you bearded fellow!

couldn't have said it better myself. ROCK AND STONE

I didn't even find this game on RU-vid, but I love watching all these review videos because of how wholesome it always is. I don't think I've seen one person make a review on this game and mention a thing in the game that they don't like, and I think that says a lot. Rock and stone!!

Fantastic video sharing many of the elements of what makes it such a fun and well-made game. I just grabbed it yesterday, too. I can already tell

This video hit me into the game, and I am damn thankful.

This video is absolutely amazing holy sh--. You really deserve more attention! And as for that comment on everyone liking classes evenly: people seem to really hate Scouts and praise Driller as the god above all despite one being amazing at reviving and the other always killing other dwarves. xD

This is such a sweet analysis! :D

really good sum up of the game just brought it along with 3 three friends and had a great time so far

this video is a work of art. and love.

I've been playing since the Gunner had satchel charges and I had no idea about the Hammer Time easter egg.

This is such a great video! Awesome editing, entertaining, and you make your argument really well. I just sent this to some friends who I have continually failed to convince to play this game with me. I'll just echo what everyone else has said and say this deserves way more views and you deserve way more subscribers, so I hope both come to you soon!

Mission Control: "Management was quite pleased with your onboarding presentation. Seems you managed to get yourself a nice bonus! Keep up the good work, Miner! Rock and Stone!

love the review. Recently I got back to the game after over a year of a break .. love it :)

If you rock and stone, you are never alone!

One thing I thought you'd mention in one of the sections is DRG's other motto/cheer: *No Dwarf Left Behind!* Like Rock and Stone, it's just a phrase that they added to give more character to the dwarves and DRG the company, but you wouldn't believe how many times both me or some other dwarf noticed one of our teammates were downed on our mad dash to the drop pod a hundred meters away with only a minute and a half left, then immediately turn around and run for them. Like you said, there's no punishment for a dwarf not making it back to the drop pod, but when they say "No Dwarf Left Behind", *they mean "No Dwarf Left Behind"* That, and Karl. The Legend of Karl is one that could only be told in a beautiful video like yours. Rock and Stone!

you teally sold it for me, exceptional structure and editing on your video

I just started playing this game, but I already loved it! Thanks.

I remember playing this game around when it was coming out of early access, and getting bored after around 10 hours or so, even while playing with 3 other friends the whole time. This video is so well made that it makes me want to come back, and it seems there have been quite a few updates as well

Some friends introduced me to this game and we play regularly and I'm glad they did, this game is amazing! Not only is it a unique idea this game has what very few games have: a dev team who actually cares about making a good game. Great video, when I try to get more friends to play this game it'll be this vid to convince them. Rock and Stone to the bone!

I'm so glad you made this video. I saw this when it was released and you convinced me to reinstall this game. It's some of the most fun I've had playing videogames in ages. Thank you, and Rock and Stone!

Haven't even finished the video and you have both a new DRG player AND a new subscriber. You're awesome!

Great video, brother! Saw your meme on the reddit and followed it to here, Rock and Stone!

Alright you sold it. Time for me to strap in and go deep. For Rock and Stone

Love this vid. I bought the game before I saw it snd it’s really close to my experience. The era of games where we get happy instead of mad at each other is truly here. Thanks and subbed❤

Excellent video! This is my most played game on Steam and you just nailed why. Rock And STOOOOOONE!

A perfectly crafted masterpiece. Truly one of a kind. For Rock & Stone!

Been a while since you uploaded a video! I might check this game with a friend

I just sat here for a half an hour watching a video about why I should play I game I have played quite a lot already. Great presentation. Gonna definitely recommend this one.

Good video man!

Finally a DRG enthusiast who can describe the game the way it was intended to be described as. Driller Main here and i have to say that actually this is the best COOP game i have ever played in my entire gaming "career",like even the fact that you have an actual lobby hub ingame instead of a casual screen infront of you. Then the classes,their weapons,combos,builds and such are the second-to-best stuff And lastly,the way that everyone is playing and interacting with each and everyone is just pure gold...

Incredible video for an incredible game. I’ll be using this to convince anyone to buy this flawless game. Thank you for putting in all this effort to show the DRG in it’s full glory! ROCK AND STONE!

dowloading it back again, thanks!

Wow, the editing and commentary was so good I would mistake you for a channel with hundreds of thousands of subs! Totally earned another one!