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Completely Worth It | Sonic X Shadow Generations Review
Sonic x Shadow Generations seeks to expand on the original Generations with a completely new campaign. So does it live up to the original Generations? Well, yea, actually. After 7 years from Mania, 13 years from Sonic Generations, and a bunch of garbage in-between, Shadow Generations aims to succeed with its own spin on the established Boost formula. And it does exceedingly well. So here's my complete thoughts on the title and a summation of the game's qualities. Enjoy.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:05 Generations Remaster
5:02 Gens' Bugs & Fixes
8:02 Shadow Generations & Abilities
14:44 White Space
16:43 Stages, Act Structure, & Level Design
23:17 Challenges & Bosses
25:00 Visuals
28:38 Music
32:26 Story
38:11 Conclusion
Music Used:
It Doesn't Matter (Remix) - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Options Menu - Sonic Generations
Casino Night Pinball - Sonic Generations
Mushroom Hill Act 1 - Sonic Generations 3DS
Planet Wisp Act 1 - Sonic Generaions
Title Theme - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Rail Canyon Act 2 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Kingdom Valley Act 1 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
White Space - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Radical Highway Act 2 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Space Colony Ark Act 1 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Supporting Me... (Remix) - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Sunset Heights Act 1 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Rail Canyon Act 1 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Space Colony Act 2 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Chaos Island Act 1 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Kingdom Valley Act 2 - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Collection Room - Sonic X Shadow Generations
Neo Devil Doom - Sonic X Shadow Generations
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How do we fix 9th Gen Consoles?
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It's pretty clear that this generation of consoles is sorely lacking in a couple areas. So how do we fix them? Games? Exclusivity? Literally anything? All of the above, how about that? Main Video Inspirations/Videos mentioned at (0:15): “A Generation of Nothing” by TheNCSmaster: ua-cam.com/video/61lX2mixdKQ/v-deo.htmlsi=C7CITU-k0n51s8mU “What Happened to the 9th Generation?” by Zenkai Goose: ua...
I'm Getting Tired of Live Service Games
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There's been a lot of Live Service games releasing as of late, and I think we need to step on the brakes for a bit. Here's my overall thoughts on the topic, my problems, and what these games can do to address those problems. I say it twice in this video, but I'm not discouraging anyone from playing these games at all! You can agree with these points and still enjoy the games for what they offer...
A Stellar Performance | Penny's Big Breakaway Review
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It's the debut title from Sonic Mania devs "Evening Star"! Penny's Big Breakaway is a linear platformer with great emphasis on yo-yo moves, so let's see if it's worth your attention. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:35 Story 3:12 Visuals 5:12 Gameplay 17:21 Bugs & Issues 20:49 Music 22:02 Conclusion & Outro Music Used (All from Penny's Big Breakaway): Hello Macaroon Stargazer Tutto Finisce a Tarallucci e...
A Worthy Successor | Gravity Circuit Review
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Here's a nice title to sink your teeth into. Taking great inspiration from Mega Man X and Zero, Gravity Circuit strives to replicate those games' strengths. So let's see if it does just that. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:40 Gameplay 6:32 Music, Story, & Visuals 8:03 Conclusion & Outro Music Used (All from Gravity Circuit): File Select Wave Circuit (Theme of Medley) Shift Circuit (Theme of Bit) The Po...
It's ok, I guess. | Sonic Frontiers DLC Review
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Nearly a year after its release, all the DLC for Sonic Frontiers has arrived. So how good are they? Well, see for yourself. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:54 DLC 1&2 4:17 DLC 3's Story 6:14 New Characters & Gameplay 10:49 Visuals 12:35 Combat 13:30 Cyber Space Levels 19:12 Koco Trials & Boss Rush 22:54 The Finale 26:05 Music 27:10 Conclusion Music Used: Ouranos Island - Sonic Frontiers Planet Wisp Act ...
Amazing Mechanics | CTR: Nitro-Fueled
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Despite its popularity, I don't hear much about Crash Team Racing's deeper mechanics. So I think it'd be nice to explain the game's nuanced mechanics and how great it makes the game. Enjoy the video! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:29 Drifting 2:41 Boost Mechanics 4:17 U-Turns 5:52 Other Modes 6:35 Negatives 8:55 Conclusion Music Used (in order): Main Menu - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Main Menu - Crash Team Ra...
A Step in the Right Direction | Sonic Frontiers Review
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Sonic Frontiers has finally arrived. With its rough pre-release and 5 years of waiting, this game has a lot to prove for itself. Let's see how good the game is! Chapters: 0:00 Introduction & Pre-release 2:56 Story 8:07 Gameplay, Movement, & Abilities 11:09 Combat 13:37 The Islands 18:25 Cyber Space 21:56 Jank 23:17 Boss Fights 26:49 Final Boss & Gameplay Summary 29:58 Visuals 33:26 Music 34:59 ...
Sonic Forces vs Sonic Generations : A Thorough Comparison
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With Sonic Frontiers on the horizon, I figured I take a look back on the latest mainline title, Sonic Forces, with a comparison to its predecessor, Sonic Generations. Enjoy the video! Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:06 Story 3:05 Visuals 5:13 Gameplay 5:31 Game Feel & Control 7:35 Level Lengths 8:54 Level Design 11:31 Object Placement 12:50 Side Content 15:16 Conclusion Cutscene footage from: Pro...
Some cool things and fails - Switch Clips
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Had to make a fail compilation at some point. But there's some cool stuff too, Lethal League in particular. "Switch Clips" is pretty self-explanatory. Just a bunch of clips I recorded on my Switch, sometimes edited to make them more entertaining. Of course, all the clips shown are from me alone, unless specified otherwise. Little update: I was gone for a few months because my PC died, finally g...
Online Lag and Glitches - Switch Clips
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Of course I'd make a topic on this, it's pretty much inevitable when Nintendo is in the picture. Minecraft, Rocket League, Human: Fall Flat, Splatoon 2, and especially Super Mario Maker 2 and Super Kirby Clash have pretty bad connection problems from time to time. It's sad when you realize that Nintendo's games probably preform the worst out of all these games when it comes to online play. It's...
Kirby Montage 2 | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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super tuff pink puff The sequel is here! After my first Kirby Montage became one of my most viewed videos, you know I had to make a second one. And while we're on the topic, thank you to those who watched my first Kirby montage! It's my biggest video yet at 2.3k views! I hope this second montage doesn't disappoint. Once again, I recommend you watch in 720p for the best viewing experience. It's ...
Kart Catastrophes - Switch Clips
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A second round of Switch Clips! And this time, for some racing games! Did some nice Team Sonic Racing flips, a close Mario Kart win, a nice Rocket League score, and a ton of fun Asphalt 9 jank. If you don't know what Switch Clips is, it's pretty self explanatory. It's a few clips from my Switch, put together in a video with a few edits added on top. These are much easier to make than my Smash v...
Steve Montage | Super Smash Bros.
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minceraft The iconic blocky avatar seems to have got into Smash! Of course, as someone who absolutely loves Minecraft, I gotta make a Montage for Steve! Honestly, though, I feel like I've missed out on like half of Steve's potential when making this video. I feel like I was just playing him as a regular character without capitalizing on his mechanics. You can definitely see this in the video, b...
Switch Clips
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Switch Clips
Sonic Montage 2 | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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Sonic Montage 2 | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Kirby Montage | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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Kirby Montage | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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Sonic Montage | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @funkyfreak97
    @funkyfreak97 3 години тому

    Exclusivity is just artificial scarcity, and artificial scarcity used to control the supply-demand dynamic is illegal for real-world goods ***FOR A REASON***!

  • @calvinlynn8719
    @calvinlynn8719 12 днів тому

    the problem is that you have screen shake on

  • @Sonic_the_hedgedog
    @Sonic_the_hedgedog Місяць тому

    I guess I'm the only one who likes Chaos Island music. 😢

  • @SavingTermina
    @SavingTermina Місяць тому

    Fantastic video, found myself nodding in agreement for basically all of it! I am in the process of making a video this game as well so, this was a great motivator to get to it when I have time. I also wanted to input that the Chaos Spear/Doom Spear is likewise my favorite power in this game too, it adds such a great layer of depth and consideration when playing. A lot of people hype it up for the speed run tech (which I use a lot too) but the actual main uses it's intended for are amazing. They could have easily made Chaos Spear a projectile that simply does damage and have it basically be a "long distance homing attack", and while that would have been cool... I think the Doom Spears would be utterly overpowered. I've seen some say they wished this power destroyed enemies (even though it does destroy the blue alien ghost enemies), but I don't believe they realize how game breaking a projectile which multi-targets, locks on up to 5 enemies, which destroys enemies would be... like, if that was the case, why would I use anything else? There are people who complain about Chaos Control influencing routes and getting best times (which I don't care, it's sick as hell), and if Doom Spear killed enemies it would only further make Chaos Control more prominent because it would be even easier to obtain. Anyway, I like the spears for how they are, they compliment the gameplay extremely well, keep pace going, and make you stay alert. The examples you gave with hitting switches, stunning enemies immune to the homing attack to make them vulnerable to attack, destroying barriers or incoming projectiles... it's honestly the most well thought out move in the game imo, and I hope both it and Chaos Control remain a staple part of Shadow's moveset in future games. Cheers mate, great video again!

  • @Hyp3rSonic
    @Hyp3rSonic Місяць тому

    I LOVE the challenges from Sonic Generations!

  • @ajflink
    @ajflink Місяць тому

    I can confirm the load times are virtually nonexistent on PS5.

  • @Jerry96587
    @Jerry96587 Місяць тому

    Watched the whole video! Loved your opinions and takes. I thoroughly believe this is the most fun I had with a sonic game in years. It made me good back and finish Sonic Frontiers since I felt on a Sonic kick again.

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 Місяць тому

      Thanks! Frontiers certainly isn't as good as Shadow Gens IMO, but it has its qualities.

  • @mega-drive6462
    @mega-drive6462 Місяць тому

    You should review Scud the Disposable Assassin on Sega Saturn

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 Місяць тому

      @@mega-drive6462 absolute genius right here

  • @MrOwais21
    @MrOwais21 Місяць тому

    Yeah it must just be Xbox, because on ps5, load times are so quick. Great video btw

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 Місяць тому

      @MrOwais21 well I'm playing on PC with an SSD, so I'm not sure what the problem is.

  • @Phamtheman69
    @Phamtheman69 Місяць тому

    still can't believe you only have 1k subs.. I've seen channels with 100k+ that can't make content to this quality. Keep it up!

  • @Hittemhard
    @Hittemhard Місяць тому

    Imagine you made this video but it was just fortnite

  • @chrisbampton5225
    @chrisbampton5225 2 місяці тому

    The one thing I don’t like about this generation is the use of Lumen in games. The consoles can barely handle it, with internal resolutions dropping to as low as 720p on the Xbox Series X and PS5, and 480p on the Series S. As a result, they rely heavily on upscaling. I’d prefer baked-in lighting with the option to enable ray tracing rather than being forced to use Lumen. I understand that Lumen makes game development easier and reduces development time, but it should be reserved for next-gen consoles that can handle it better.

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 2 місяці тому

      Agreed. This generation is starting to use upscaling as a crutch to skip over proper optimizations, which really sucks. The consequence is an image that looks fine at a quick glance but can show heavy artifacts in motion. The overall performance loss for raytracing and lumen still isn't worth it in my opinion, even on the most powerful PCs. I much prefer the raw image quality of the last two generations instead. Baked in shadows and lighting were limitations, yes, but good art direction and clever workarounds still provided amazing products. (for example, The Last of Us on PS3, God of War on PS4, the entire Uncharted series, etc.) Just like you said, I understand the use for faster dev time, but we're still getting games at such a slow rate. It's pushing the generation's console to their limits in both a good and bad way. When next gen stuff can utilize lumen and raytracing without such compromises, I'd be much more satisfied with it.

  • @MooSaysHi
    @MooSaysHi 2 місяці тому

    In My Opinion Sonic Forces Can Look Like A Mobile Game Sometimes, Like The Metal Sonic Boss

  • @CrooN19
    @CrooN19 2 місяці тому

    Spider-Man 2 will be on PC in 2025

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 2 місяці тому

      @@CrooN19 yea, no surprise there

    • @CrooN19
      @CrooN19 2 місяці тому

      @Technonova323 that was the only game why I would buy a PS5 in the future.

  • @RinKagaymineTheOrangeLord
    @RinKagaymineTheOrangeLord 2 місяці тому

    I grew up with Generations on the Xbox 360 Elite, and oh boy... It is definitely in the top 3 sonic games for me (aside from Frontiers and Shadow X Sonic Generations) THE GAME LITERALLY TOOK ME TWO YEARS TO FULLY FIGURE OUT AND FINISH. THAT IS CRAZY FOR A GAME MADE BY SEGA. The art, the visuals, I still love all of it, despite how old it is now. And, with the new and old Vocaloid games made by Sega (Project Diva X - Colorful Stage) I'd say Sonic Generations is still living up to it's best to this day, despite the numerous bugs.

  • @transfan681
    @transfan681 3 місяці тому

    PC ruined Console gaming.

  • @gluumi2111
    @gluumi2111 3 місяці тому

    Yeah sorry I really do have to disagree with the argument that forces looks better. The engine certainly lends itself to stronger graphical fidelity but the art direction doesn't take advantage of that at all. On top of that, the game's animations are very stiff in comparison, and there are significantly fewer locales (generations having 9ish, while forces only has about 5)

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 3 місяці тому

      @rang2111 I 100% agree with ya. I realize I was mainly talking about the technical side and forgot about art direction and overall style. Gens looks much better imo, but technically speaking, Forces just has an advantage.

  • @kyclerealman
    @kyclerealman 3 місяці тому

    Exclusives are dumb and a console not having them is a good thing actually

  • @Skylancer727
    @Skylancer727 3 місяці тому

    There actually is a reward for silver and number rings, you probably just didn't notice. They give you new rolls of avatar unlockables which are RNG. When you get all the rings, silvers, numbers, or get an A or S for the first time you get new outfit and wispon unlocks. But many don't recognize this as in game you also get them for leveling up avatar species so you get them seemingly for no reason unless you're paying attention.

  • @Vers1.0
    @Vers1.0 3 місяці тому

    Give the Playstation games, the ps5 pro a reason to exist, the xbox actually good publishers, and dont let nintendo change their games strategy.

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 3 місяці тому

      @Vers1.0 Nintendo could improve on things unrelated to their games, like not striking fan videos and fan games for no reason.

  • @sonicfan27music
    @sonicfan27music 3 місяці тому

    4:40 After seeing this it really makes me think how much better Shadow Generations improved on it's camera in those 2d sections and just in general, it makes things so much more exciting and immersive, it really makes me happy seeing them finally improving on that front like Gens.

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 3 місяці тому

      @sonicfan27music my thoughts exactly. The 2D levels in Shadow Generations are probably the best in the series. The camera work almost makes you believe it's not even 2D, even though it is. It helps for both presentation and gameplay, and I'm really glad with how they handled it.

  • @adamfox5255
    @adamfox5255 3 місяці тому

    I agree

  • @Gamergodgric
    @Gamergodgric 3 місяці тому

    I have a series x. Im fine with it, and i might wait longer next gen to really see if I need a next gen console or not. Since my console is fast and looks good. Halo infinite was on last gen. Which was kind of surprising. Because of game pass they dont want to lock people out. So i feel like they will continue making games for this gen unless they really can't get it to work on the series s.

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 3 місяці тому

      I hope they continue with this gen. It's definitely the best consoles we've had in terms of power, so a new generation seems almost pointless.

    • @Gamergodgric
      @Gamergodgric 3 місяці тому

      @Technonova323 I wouldn't mind if they made a new gen. As long as my console can play new games for a couple years id be satisfied. I feel like there should be some cross gen games next-gen unless the series s holds that back. Also, graphics won't change that much anymore. So, as long as I can play games for a bit longer, I'd be happy. Remember that the new call of duty is still on xbox one. Which means it's had 11 years of support.

  • @Shadow-Joop-157
    @Shadow-Joop-157 3 місяці тому

    I wouldn't even be surprised if spiderman 2 got a Switch 2 version and xbox version because spiderman is not just popular because of playstation but because it is one of the two most popular superheros in the entire Entertainment industry

  • @darkthrone.1
    @darkthrone.1 3 місяці тому

    Perhaps extending the console cycle atleast until 2029/30 and even then next gen will have cross gen games anyway

  • @jamilzayas5808
    @jamilzayas5808 3 місяці тому

    5:47 yeah, about Spider-Man 2...

    • @Technonova323
      @Technonova323 3 місяці тому

      @@jamilzayas5808 I know. It's wild

  • @PrettyboyAshtun
    @PrettyboyAshtun 3 місяці тому

    i have a ps5 and i’ve never been more bored with a gaming console in my life

  • @matthewhardwick8208
    @matthewhardwick8208 3 місяці тому

    We press the big red button with the word cancel on it. This generation was completely broken by the effects of Covid. In terms of creating consoles for 2 years and now the consequences of over hiring has back fired with so many layoffs and studios closed down. The sooner we move on to a new generation and make significant changes to video game development the better.

    • @JDonahue79
      @JDonahue79 2 місяці тому

      I don’t know. The landscape changed with this generation giving that the Nintendo Switch and handheld PCs (GPD-Win and Steam Deck) along with Microsoft and Sony slowly migrating to PCs is slowly killing off our reasons to buy game consoles. So 10th generation may be the last and short lived.

  • @newogame1
    @newogame1 3 місяці тому

    I have looked into BackCompat and it doesn't seem good. They say you have to have Xbox live to use it. Trash imho.

  • @FrostclawTheGatomon
    @FrostclawTheGatomon 3 місяці тому

    We already have a billion games on all platforms. How much do we need exactly?

    • @decayed_firecaster
      @decayed_firecaster 3 місяці тому

      Exclusive games are different though, today's age there isn't much left, much as I like xbox throughout generations I bought a gaming pc to invest in for decades to come

  • @supizgamerpro101
    @supizgamerpro101 3 місяці тому

    Underrated.

  • @tomallen9804
    @tomallen9804 3 місяці тому

    Agree a lot Versatility & simplicity is so valuable. That y everyone gets a PlayStation, for god of war or red dead 2 & a switch for, exclusives & indies(even if there rough ha) Then if got a entry level gaming laptop(1650ti), u can play proper football manager and do other stuff. I do think will see cross gen support, like u was kinda saying. Like I got TR remastered on ps4(physical), coz of Preservation and versatility, with ps5. Matches will all the other TR I got on ps4. All killer, no filler Sets.

  • @souls1lver
    @souls1lver 3 місяці тому

    like what happened to all the sly coopers and Jak and daxters, it's nothing but story games.

  • @souls1lver
    @souls1lver 3 місяці тому

    this is the part where sony brings back all their dead franchises

  • @stackmymoneysosohigh
    @stackmymoneysosohigh 3 місяці тому

    I feel like we need more bold console architecture and technology, stuff that actually makes a console worth buying. Newer consoles are closer every generation to simply being small PC's, hell the PS5 even runs Linux. While novelty, I think the unique architecture of consoles like the PS3 allowed for games truly unique to it, while it brings its own plethora of problems, it would be awesome if consoles fostered games that "couldn't run" on PC, or at least wouldn't be able to take advantage of the technology that consoles could provide. Stuff like the PS5's adaptive triggers are an awesome step in the right direction, if consoles had more cool novelty shit like that, and more games which took advantage of it, they would definitely fit in better for the average consumer either buying standalone or alongside a PC.

  • @mLevyks
    @mLevyks 3 місяці тому

    I'm gonna buy a PS5 just because of GTA VI

  • @gamingsatisfaction5516
    @gamingsatisfaction5516 3 місяці тому

    Good narration and vid bro keep up the great vids

  • @NOWA23BR
    @NOWA23BR 3 місяці тому

    Totally agree with your point g. People here in Brazil don't understand that, and always say's and start and debating against the point of having no games. It's meanless tbh. Great video btw +1 sub!

  • @roaringlucky7071
    @roaringlucky7071 3 місяці тому

    there should be no exclusivity people are shifting towards pc cuz if i have money i want to play the game at native 4k with 60 or 120 fps or if i have less money or not able to afford a ps ill buy used pc and will be able to play games and do other work than gaming and when porting games to pc they make more money if they just keep it exclusive

  • @mega-drive6462
    @mega-drive6462 3 місяці тому

    4:51 aged bad as of... today

  • @loneXolf
    @loneXolf 4 місяці тому

    I'm actually looking out for new live service games but most of them don't interest me. Probably because so many subpar ones get shoved out to trying to be the next Fortnite cash cow. Ones i'm currently looking forward to are deadlock and marvel rivals. I even wanted to try blue protocol (even tho it looked kinda mid) but that got axed.

  • @jakethenecromorph
    @jakethenecromorph 4 місяці тому

    We all are miss the days where there were more single player games I’m Sick of every single game being live severe

  • @J03L-
    @J03L- 4 місяці тому

    Fortnite now shows the date when an item shop cosmetic will leave. Also Battle Pass rewards can now come back in the item shop 18 months later.

    • @loneXolf
      @loneXolf 4 місяці тому

      But collab skins can just never come back if the license doesn't get renewed.

  • @mrmadfunny5507
    @mrmadfunny5507 5 місяців тому

    This is absolutely amazing keep up the great work can’t wait to see more 🔥!