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A Gothic Tapestry: How Literature Weaves Its Magic in Koudelka
#koudelka #shadowhearts #gaming #videoessay #jrpg #ps1 #horrorgaming Discover how the words of literary giants like Lord Byron, H.P. Lovecraft, and William Hope Hodgson weave a dark and mysterious tapestry in the PlayStation classic, Koudelka. Explore the game's unique blend of historical fiction, Gothic horror, and philosophical debate, and learn how its literary influences elevate it to a truly unforgettable gaming experience.
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Suikoden Retrospective | Triggering Nostalgia for a Bygone Era.
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twitch.tv/memorycarp A Suikoden 1 Retrospective. Chronicling inspirations, development history, portrayal of various themes found throughout the game, and perhaps most importantly, how the game manages to trigger nostalgia for new players of the series. Make sure to like and subscribe if you enjoyed the video! And leave a comment if you also feel a deep nostalgia for this game! A huge thanks to...
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  • @anemptyspritecan
    @anemptyspritecan 2 дні тому

    You sound a littke bit like alexander j newall

  • @fluxfox_
    @fluxfox_ 3 дні тому

    Incredible research and commentary as per usual.

  • @seanw6815
    @seanw6815 3 дні тому

    Unreal video mate, fantastic work

  • @MrPopzicle
    @MrPopzicle 3 дні тому

    Fantastic work, there's always something new to learn about Koudelka and you did a great job keeping that true

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 3 дні тому

      @@MrPopzicle Thank you! It was such a unique experience.

  • @DAtlantida
    @DAtlantida 4 дні тому

    mister you deserved a lot more os suscribers

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 4 дні тому

      That means a lot! Happy to be putting something out, and even if one person out there appreciates it then it's worth it :)

  • @GeezerHag
    @GeezerHag 4 дні тому

    Excellent video. It’s always wonderful to see Koudelka getting some love and appreciation. :)

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 4 дні тому

      Thank you! It really blew me away when I played it. Definitely up for a replay soon!

  • @valeforedark
    @valeforedark 9 днів тому

    Retro is like 25+

    • @MemoryCarpVODs
      @MemoryCarpVODs 9 днів тому

      Absolutely! Was in reference to a community member playing Suikoden in his leather chair.

  • @drake128
    @drake128 Місяць тому

    Nice video thanks

  • @Sanjixoxo
    @Sanjixoxo Місяць тому

    Best girl

  • @mbrasier
    @mbrasier 2 місяці тому

    Legit just did a video on Suikoden 2 and nostalgia! The whole series is such a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Suikoden 1's soundtrack is causes so much emotion! Great video.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      @@mbrasier oh no way! Awesome! Totally agree with the soundtrack.

  • @JosueSolis-z6l
    @JosueSolis-z6l 2 місяці тому

    I actually don't know.

  • @michaeldehart3253
    @michaeldehart3253 2 місяці тому

    Gender fluidity? You’re reading too much into this through a “modern” lense. Milich and Vincent were probably gay.

  • @XChronicHash
    @XChronicHash 2 місяці тому

    Suikoden 2 is prob in my top 3 JRPGs games of all time and your voice is chef’s kiss - ez sub

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      @@XChronicHash Definitely in the top 10 for me now! And thanks for the kind words! I’ve always been a bit self conscious about my voice so this means a lot!

  • @Orion26DML
    @Orion26DML 2 місяці тому

    Easy sub. Great video.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it. Hoping to get my next video out in the next month!

  • @robeeteam3399
    @robeeteam3399 2 місяці тому

    A masterpiece like this, must go on. Still curious about 27 True Runes.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      Agreed! I actually just finished Suikoden III last night. Very excited for IV next!

    • @robeeteam3399
      @robeeteam3399 2 місяці тому

      @@MemoryCarp Okay, keep it up! Actually the correct timeline is IV-V-I-II-III, according to Suikoden calendar. but since you already played it half-way, just go continue.

  • @ekasulistiono1534
    @ekasulistiono1534 2 місяці тому

    Yoshitaka Murayama(consep & director), Junko Kawano(designer & artist) and Miki Higashino(music composer),in my opinion its the heart of Suikoden,i hope the dream could continue...

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      Totally agree. Absolute dream team!

    • @StewNWT
      @StewNWT 2 місяці тому

      Miki higashino was the soul of Suikoden

    • @ekasulistiono1534
      @ekasulistiono1534 2 місяці тому

      @@StewNWT its so true, she was drain all her tears and blood to make Suikoden II music composition, that so memorable to me personaly, the Celtic vibe, the chase, gothic neclord, i wish she will come back sometime in the future, i wish...

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      @@StewNWT Completely agree. The OST is burned into my brain.

  • @AlbertShizznipple671
    @AlbertShizznipple671 2 місяці тому

    Nice retrospective vid, can't agree more on how much of an impact this game has in the JRPG community. Music was great, world and story was designed to feel like a large scale epic. Can't wait for these remasters coming out! I hope more ppl keep this series talked about so we can more games like them

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      I’ve no doubt the remasters will also bring in a new wave a appreciators to the series. I hope they remain faithful!

  • @Wandalynn10
    @Wandalynn10 2 місяці тому

    Excellent retrospective!

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      @@Wandalynn10 Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @Sir_Moth
    @Sir_Moth 2 місяці тому

    i love the wild arms cuts. showing the book from the intro for it was 🤌

  • @Sir_Moth
    @Sir_Moth 2 місяці тому

    Ride the hype train my guy! im obviously here for it!

  • @editniedelete
    @editniedelete 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the nostalgia!

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      So much! Even for a game I've never played before. The OST is a really special thing.

  • @KrebsTLegendvods
    @KrebsTLegendvods 2 місяці тому

    Very nice retrospective! Didn't know about the 108 outlaws story from the 1300's 📝

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      Yeah The Water Margin connection is very interesting!

  • @HaldamirElensar
    @HaldamirElensar 2 місяці тому

    PERSON OF LORDLY CALIBER!!!

  • @onetwokaafour
    @onetwokaafour 2 місяці тому

    Dino crisis 2?

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 2 місяці тому

      @@onetwokaafour dino crisis 1

    • @onetwokaafour
      @onetwokaafour 2 місяці тому

      @@MemoryCarp yeah, makes sense. I don't remember seeing this scene in Dino crisis 2 and Regina is there in 1 as well as 2.

  • @MugenCannon97
    @MugenCannon97 3 місяці тому

    It would've been so funny if the game was called Unicorn Ogrelord

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 3 місяці тому

      I for one welcome our new Unicorn Ogrelords

  • @dominykasbrasas9171
    @dominykasbrasas9171 3 місяці тому

    That was the final boss malaria mosquito and she got hit with that 30%+ poison damage

  • @Skilltutorials99
    @Skilltutorials99 4 місяці тому

    Easter eggs, can’t have a game without them

  • @Sour-Zucchini
    @Sour-Zucchini 4 місяці тому

    In your mom

  • @KaMiiKaZie
    @KaMiiKaZie 4 місяці тому

    Ahh Suikoden 2! Best JRPG ever made

  • @SmallAdachi
    @SmallAdachi 5 місяців тому

    It meant dueling yall are too dirty minded

  • @vanceharris1854
    @vanceharris1854 5 місяців тому

    I agree it is definitely one of the best tactics strategy rpgs ever. Its battle system is simple and genius at the same time. I love the storyline and characters. The myriad of different choicest and how just changing out any one thing can completely change the dynamic. And hiw you set the powers to work with characters abilities and equipment. I am hopelessly addicted to it and messing around with different strategies. One area where it could improve is having more options in customization of basic recruits and adding in a real time events with battles to allow you to fully experience the combat. Otherwise its amazing. It's definitely up there with ff tactics.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 5 місяців тому

      Fully agree, but glad you're having a blast with this amazing game!

  • @Monkee-k9o
    @Monkee-k9o 5 місяців тому

    First

  • @Monkee-k9o
    @Monkee-k9o 5 місяців тому

    First

  • @chrisvalen
    @chrisvalen 6 місяців тому

    Cornia is getting corny 😂😂

  • @teal-sz6or
    @teal-sz6or 6 місяців тому

    I'm pretty sure you're supposed to push the door OPEN, but i guess that works too...

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 6 місяців тому

      It works from the other side too!

  • @FoxFaeez
    @FoxFaeez 7 місяців тому

    Will say about the localization and personality thing; Played whole game from English on Expert, now relaying the game again on True Zenoiran with Japanese, from their voice and delivery of dialogue, it does seem like they changed some dynamics and personality of characters. Like Lex and Chloe reference each other when they level up. Chloe and Monica seemingly changed personalities (Chloe being a bit tomboyish in EN but girlier in JP and Monica being more prideful in EN but softer in JP.). I don't know Japanese, so I don't know what they're actually saying, but just from how they speak alone seems to be a personality change. I don't doubt they change some of the endings either considering some endings like the angels pretty much say "We will be married" in their marriage proposals (Rite scene) but in their endings they flat out just don't marry and prioritize Scarlet. This isn't anything on the game ofc, it's still a very fun game (Hence I'm replaying it.). It just feels a bit off thinking/feeling (Not "knowing".) that some things are changed from what the JP intended.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      This is super interesting! I guess it's inevitable to have some differences here and there, but I actually enjoy the elevated dialogue to be honest.

  • @eddiealva9751
    @eddiealva9751 7 місяців тому

    For me personally, I think the story is clear and simple. Objectives are clear. Lots of character interactions. Combat can get easy but it was fun scrapping builds and trial and error new comps. I absolutely loved this game!

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      Totally agree with the combat! My favourite part was building units, not necessarily the fighting itself.

  • @therealpaddyp
    @therealpaddyp 7 місяців тому

    Just subscribed, good content mate, I wish you success 🤘

  • @erwintonel9030
    @erwintonel9030 7 місяців тому

    This game is probably my biggest disappointment so far this year. Looks pretty, but an incredibly dull story and characters. Combat was also pretty easy even on the hardest difficulty

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      I agree the weakest aspect is its story. It’s not terrible though, and certainly has a good drive to it.

  • @Mintcar923
    @Mintcar923 7 місяців тому

    Had to force myself to stop playing in order to have lunch! It’s like they put a bunch of SRPGs together and in turn created something entirely new.. The gameplay is most reminiscent of Fire Emblem tho.. What I like about it although I’m only like 12 hrs in is it’s very challenging but seems to be forgiving at the same time .. IDK if it’s the best of the genre but it appears pretty damn close

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      It’s so addictive right! So many late night sessions.

    • @Mintcar923
      @Mintcar923 7 місяців тому

      @@MemoryCarp Always said great SRPGs are best for long rainy nights but here I am playing quarter after 4 pm on a clear day!

  • @malojewell2755
    @malojewell2755 7 місяців тому

    The answer is no. Final Fantasy Tactics still holds that title all these years later.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      I got far, but never finished it. I agree it’s the best I’ve played outside of Unicorn Overlord.

    • @joelmichaelviado1226
      @joelmichaelviado1226 7 місяців тому

      Tactics is so easy to break though. But the story is far superior.

    • @jekw23
      @jekw23 7 місяців тому

      Fell out of love with FF a while ago….i think I need to give this a try

  • @ZelZarKi
    @ZelZarKi 7 місяців тому

    8:08 Correction: Princess Crown, 1997 for the Sega Saturn

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      I looked into Princess Crown! While it is 2D, it lacks the “painterly” art style that I was referencing. I would still like to play it one day to see Vanillaware’s true roots!

  • @mul25
    @mul25 7 місяців тому

    i really hope they bring this to pc. i really really really wanna play this

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      Knowing Atlus you might be waiting a while!

  • @ItsMeZunZ
    @ItsMeZunZ 7 місяців тому

    What game?

  • @zeroescape
    @zeroescape 7 місяців тому

    She deadass said "guess the kingdom is mine then lol" Worth, honestly

  • @yorch07hunter
    @yorch07hunter 7 місяців тому

    Its a great game and I think that is underrated or unkown for most "gamers"

  • @XFR18
    @XFR18 7 місяців тому

    No it's so easy to win and damage check. They said they ran out of money so it makes sense that all the enemies use basic equipment and basic ai. I put it down after the desert fight cause i got over leved defeating the infinite units with ease, i used the trebuchet once and gained so many level then immedietly stopped using it. Doubt ill pick it up again unless they have an update for it. The most fun I had was after that fight I chose to hire units slightly under leveled untill I reached a point where main quest is above my lvl. I used no uniques and it was a fun challenge. Unfortunately I didn't buy the game to not use main characters and miss dialogue. So I dropped it after that. What happened to games especially strategy being challenging? I'd rather play total Warhammer 2 than breeze through this game.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      Fair enough! I bumped up the difficulty which definitely helped! Maybe you were just very good at unit formations! :D

    • @Jabberwokee
      @Jabberwokee 7 місяців тому

      You played on the wrong difficulty homie

    • @XFR18
      @XFR18 7 місяців тому

      @@Jabberwokee played on expert while limiting myself in many ways because otherwise it's too easy. Ppl who are critical have talked about the difficulty of TZ. It's a fact that the player has lots of advantages while the enemies have little to none. If they just made fights better with slight ai change but most important equipment changes then the game would be a lot better.

  • @flunkyballs4610
    @flunkyballs4610 8 місяців тому

    Is Age of Wonders or Heroes of Might and Magic a TRPG?

  • @LokheeNyx
    @LokheeNyx 8 місяців тому

    Oh my god Unicorn Overlord content my day is saved- It’s the funniest thing cause I got the demo for about 7 hours thinking wtf I’m gonna give up after 3 probably… I didn’t. I’m now on 6 hours sleep and 43 hours in

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 8 місяців тому

      Once it gets its hooks in you it's hard to stop playing!

    • @jogymogy3691
      @jogymogy3691 7 місяців тому

      Man, I want to play it really badly... but first I have to finish Trails to Azure...

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 7 місяців тому

      @@jogymogy3691 Do it! You wont be disappointed!

  • @fluxfox_
    @fluxfox_ 8 місяців тому

    Great review! Loved hearing contextual reference to the wider genre throughout.

    • @MemoryCarp
      @MemoryCarp 8 місяців тому

      Thank you good sir! Glad you enjoyed it.