I strongly recommend: Evil West (Review) [4k PC]

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    Evil West has a hell of a lot of throw-back energy, and damn if it doesn't hit just right. This rocks.
    Evil West launches today for PC, Playstation and Xbox. Review code provided by Focus Interactive.
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  • @SkillUp
    @SkillUp  Рік тому +78

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    • @mwdavis77
      @mwdavis77 Рік тому

      Skillup, how do I support the FPS podcast directly? Do you all have a Patreon?

    • @8butsideways295
      @8butsideways295 Рік тому +1

      Plz start to review games for few hours on consoles thats where most games sell
      I like focus home
      And I'll take 1080p 60 over 4k30

    • @8butsideways295
      @8butsideways295 Рік тому

      Nooo shill up you are not good at gow combat 😭 plz try gmgow instead of normal
      Normal is not gow
      Gmgow is gow
      I get it you only play shitty games like destiny again and again not good games like gow sad

    • @SpadeApeiron
      @SpadeApeiron Рік тому +3

      ACG and Luke Stephans both recommended no .. ~ Shill up. STRONGLY recommends lol ~ weird seeing variations. while shill up dislike JUDGEMENT game ( yakuza spin off ) which was Beautiful Court drama game i've played yet. Shill up i dont know what to make of u ~

    • @SpadeApeiron
      @SpadeApeiron Рік тому

      Good review regardless i'll wait for sale on this.. Darktide and GunGrave Gore is where my money at.

  • @abhijeetpoudel5919
    @abhijeetpoudel5919 Рік тому +2184

    Honestly, games like these aren't made anymore and i'm hella glad that the devs are keeping these sorts of games alive. Salute.

    • @bakersdozzzen6553
      @bakersdozzzen6553 Рік тому +20

      ????? It's just copy pasted God of War combat lolol

    • @jhevier
      @jhevier Рік тому +130

      @@bakersdozzzen6553 so what. God of war hasn't copyrighted that combat

    • @bakersdozzzen6553
      @bakersdozzzen6553 Рік тому +9

      @@jhevier you're absolutley right. Yet this game gives me "castelvania/dantes inferno" copy god of war combat but exceptionally worse game vibes so

    • @A.Froster
      @A.Froster Рік тому +117

      @@bakersdozzzen6553 OK ? Don't buy it then, nobody is telling you to do so

    • @wrathava
      @wrathava Рік тому +43

      @@bakersdozzzen6553 where the problem?

  • @Byhythloh
    @Byhythloh Рік тому +496

    I love it. Not every game has to be a AAA mind blowing story masterpiece. Sometimes a game just has to be fun and a blast to play. We need more like this.

    • @NPC-fg6up
      @NPC-fg6up Рік тому +23

      this game is better than 95% AAA titles released in the last 2 years in my opinion. AAA doesent mean anything anymore really, most of them are bug ridden alpha releases with predatory monetization. Evil west completely nailed what its trying to be and its not afraid to be just a video game. :)

    • @XDarkEcho
      @XDarkEcho Рік тому +8

      Yes, a game that sticks to what gamers are there for...to PLAY and enjoy the game. Like, don't get me wrong, having games be so cinematic nowadays is nice and all, but I buy and play games to actually play them, not watch them. When the story becomes so intrusive that majority of the time I'm barely playing and more of just pushing forward on the Control Stick, then that's poor design, in my opinion. Though, some folks like that I guess.

    • @StillWeRide
      @StillWeRide Рік тому +2

      Same.. it has so much flavor..the setting..the combat is great!!

    • @joekickass8943
      @joekickass8943 Рік тому +3

      The only thing ,mind blowing about AAA games these days is how broken and unfinished they are at launch.
      Is like they tryin to outshit each other. See who can release the biggest unfinished piece of garbage and get away with it.

    • @nanokindled8435
      @nanokindled8435 Рік тому +3

      @@XDarkEcho IMO it's fantastic that gaming has broadened so much. like, video games are just interactive digital media. they SHOULD include cinematic storytelling masterpieces, heartwarming experiences of friendship and camaraderie, goofy colorful nonsense for kids, serious-minded collectathons and spreadsheet-based RPGs, text-based adventures, complex puzzles, terrifying horror escapes, and....fuck yeah, gorgeous high-octane smash-em-ups. i'm so stoked to pick this game up

  • @GabrielOnuris
    @GabrielOnuris Рік тому +139

    What I most love in AA games is that it's literally the AAA of past generations but polished, stable and bug free.

    • @IskenderCaglarM41B441
      @IskenderCaglarM41B441 10 місяців тому +1

      This needs more polishing.

    • @mikegraham8319
      @mikegraham8319 6 місяців тому

      ​​@@IskenderCaglarM41B441why do you say that ? ... its very linear ,has repeat enemy's but itvworks perfectly and is a real blast and so much fun , so what's your complaint ! 😉

    • @IskenderCaglarM41B441
      @IskenderCaglarM41B441 6 місяців тому +2

      @@mikegraham8319 It's repetitive. And no it doesn't work perfectly. Towards to middle of the game it already gets boring, game has nothing new to offer at that point yet it still goes on and on and on...

    • @exilliarius
      @exilliarius 5 місяців тому +1

      @@IskenderCaglarM41B441I found it rather fun. As the story progresses you’re introduced to new weapons and abilities to further enhance combat. Whenever it seemed that things were getting boring, they add a flamethrower, gatling, crossbow and more.
      Personally, I’ve never been bored long whenever I’ve played Evil West. My only complaint is that multiplayer can only be done with friends.

    • @yaboycjm5581
      @yaboycjm5581 4 місяці тому

      This game is absolutely not bug free in multiplayer

  • @meccuterrin
    @meccuterrin Рік тому +123

    As a minor note, there actually is a mission select option, it's just hidden away in a confusing spot. Under the "Lore" tab in the game's pause menu, there's a section that lists collected items in each mission. You can return to previous missions there. Not sure why it isn't made more obvious that this exists.

    • @KeithKillingly
      @KeithKillingly 11 місяців тому +5

      Whoa wth? Thanks so much for this comment

  • @jordanchedges
    @jordanchedges Рік тому +605

    The AA scene is so good this year. I HIGHLY recommend Soulstice, another straight up character action game with no bullshit, a good story, and really fun combat. I even more strongly recommend it if you like Berserk because there's references everywhere.

    • @hazelcrisp
      @hazelcrisp Рік тому +13

      Man Focus Home has been doing great with this and Plague Tale this year

    • @smittenmittens1364
      @smittenmittens1364 Рік тому +11

      Yeah I've been loving Soulstice

    • @CheckmateStallioN
      @CheckmateStallioN Рік тому +8

      2 other promising AA games to lookout for are Ravenbound and Bramble the Mountain King both set in dark M rated medieval Nordic fairytales.

    • @diegosaez4885
      @diegosaez4885 Рік тому +7

      The plot is whatever, but it nails the old school early 2000s hack-n-slash gameplay real nicely. The art direction is nice though, not groundbreaking but definitely well delivered for a AA game.

    • @boigercat
      @boigercat Рік тому +7

      I've been looking at that on the xbox store. Imma take up your recommendation, especially since it has berserk references

  • @evanahearne1479
    @evanahearne1479 Рік тому +787

    This is the most 7/10 energy I’ve ever seen in a game, and I mean that as a complement

    • @electricheart7965
      @electricheart7965 Рік тому +112

      I would agree with you on principle but considering how good it apparantly run for him, in this day and age (sadly), I would put it at a 8

    • @daviduartenascimento1038
      @daviduartenascimento1038 Рік тому +65

      How about a 9/10 on what is trying to do ?

    • @siddharthshishulkar8992
      @siddharthshishulkar8992 Рік тому +45

      Looks really high quality 9/10

    • @sandro-of9fq
      @sandro-of9fq Рік тому +22

      If that's a compliment, then I am Lebron James.

    • @iHaveTheDocuments
      @iHaveTheDocuments Рік тому +22

      4 outta 10 but shill up isn't known for intelligence.

  • @DylanCisGood4Me
    @DylanCisGood4Me Рік тому +312

    Just a fun, honest-to-goodness video game. The EXACT thing I was hoping for

  • @senpafl4405
    @senpafl4405 Рік тому +33

    Honestly I'm so grateful for developers like Flying Hog, because even if not every game they make is perfect, we need those AA experiences. They are the only thing keeping good ol' gaming alive in a time where games are not allowed to be just that anymore: games.
    So, thank you to the devs for creating actual games and in this case a really good one as well.

  • @diligencehumility6971
    @diligencehumility6971 Рік тому +447

    I'm so glad it turned out good. Saw the trailers and was hyped, it looked like regular good old fun. And as you describe, it's exactly what it is.

    • @samdixon3719
      @samdixon3719 Рік тому +6

      idk really, luke stephans literally says everything oppositely to this review, something is off

    • @clay180
      @clay180 Рік тому +8

      I dont know where the positivity is coming from. This is bargain bin 6/10 trash. The epitome of AA trying to be AAA by trying to copy God of War and not understanding why it was good.

    • @jeffreypeters5578
      @jeffreypeters5578 Рік тому +2

      @@clay180 correct this game is as generic as it comes i was let down but it is cool in small bits

    • @LordAxiom-
      @LordAxiom- Рік тому

      Here we go... will you dweebs give it a rest? 🙄

    • @diligencehumility6971
      @diligencehumility6971 Рік тому +2

      I see most of the comments saying it's bad/trash. You might be right. I don't know, the graphics looks good, looks like a generic shoot-everything-that-moves game. I don't have high expectations of it, I just think it looks like a regular fun shooter game, without too much thought put into the storyline, just action - and that might be alright

  • @spencermoore1457
    @spencermoore1457 Рік тому +81

    I’ve seriously been missing 10 hour action games where cutscenes feel like a reward for pushing forward. I’ve been looking forward to this game for a long time. Now to finish Ragnarok so I can give this one some play time.

  • @ldw1598
    @ldw1598 Рік тому +72

    man the whiplash I got from watching Gmanlives' review vs this one is intense. Most notably the differences in opinion on graphic quality/performance. It is nice to see 2 very different opinions by 2 reviewers whose word I default to in gaming. Hard work as always, well done.

    • @leobustos740
      @leobustos740 Рік тому +7

      @@sgt.thundercok4704 How powerful is the thunder of your

    • @frankiemartinez1755
      @frankiemartinez1755 Рік тому +7

      Yeah seriously gman shat on this game and i guess maybe he was expecting to get blown away from this game

    • @piotr78
      @piotr78 Рік тому +41

      @@sgt.thundercok4704 yeah just buy every single game out there and dont watch any reviews ever again. Great advice thundercock

    • @gctypo2838
      @gctypo2838 Рік тому +34

      @@sgt.thundercok4704 Gotta gauge a purchase decision off of something. Trailers, steam reviews, video reviews, corporate reviews, aggregate reviews, everyone's going to pick something to check before spending their money and time on a game. UA-cam reviewers are nice because you can get a sense of what they like in a game and why. Personally I find it a lot easier to trace SkillUp's reasoning for a recommendation than an aggregate saying a game is a 7.632 out of 10 from 13 reviewers whose game preferences I don't know.

    • @Agencyagent34
      @Agencyagent34 Рік тому +18

      @@sgt.thundercok4704 before you’ve played it? Yeah I don’t have the money to be that condescending

  • @SSBB8000
    @SSBB8000 Рік тому +38

    I remember seeing the early trailers for this game and saying: "how is nobody talking about this, this game looks *sick*...". Glad to see it get such positive reception just before release

  • @MrInuhanyou123
    @MrInuhanyou123 Рік тому +208

    Evil West reminds me of Darkwatch on PS2. Not genre defining but a fun ass fun video game. The fact that they have almost the same premise of a dark wild west is just a coincidence lmao

    • @daniloribeiro5372
      @daniloribeiro5372 Рік тому +6

      OMG I was trying to rebember this game of ps2 during the review , here it is.

    • @lutherheggs451
      @lutherheggs451 Рік тому +4

      Except darkwatch was not good...Not in any way shape or form.

    • @averagejackmedia609
      @averagejackmedia609 Рік тому +15

      @@lutherheggs451 I played it on the xbox, I found it to be a enjoyable experience back in the day. I wish it would get a remake.

    • @Splooie010
      @Splooie010 Рік тому +4

      Darkwatch was great! Though, I will admit, it tried to take itself pretty seriously, despite how ridiculous it came across. Loved the alternate ending stuff too

    • @_CrimsonBlade
      @_CrimsonBlade Рік тому

      i aint spending 60 on some mid game

  • @tylerpoole9957
    @tylerpoole9957 Рік тому +20

    I turned 30 yesterday and I’ve been telling all my friends around the same age that this is a game worth supporting cause it’s what we grew up playing it isn’t trying to be something it’s not it’s a fun romp through the west killing stuff and making you feel like a badass

    • @DDRWesselink
      @DDRWesselink Рік тому

      I turned 30 on the 16th! I feel the same!

  • @Ashtarte3D
    @Ashtarte3D Рік тому +11

    That intro synopsis is exactly what I want to hear. I don't need every game to try and be too much. Not every game can be Outer Wilds, Disco Elysium or Inscryption. We often need a good brain cleanser and I'm glad to here that is what we're getting here.

  • @arcane-elysium
    @arcane-elysium Рік тому +114

    Glad you mentioned “Remnant from the ashes”here, this definitely reminded me of that game and I loved every minute of that one!

    • @incendiarypoprocks8700
      @incendiarypoprocks8700 Рік тому +2

      GOD I loved that game, and this scratches some similar itches.

    • @Icemanz666
      @Icemanz666 Рік тому +11

      Felt the same. Remnant from the ashes was some of the best coop time my friend and I had for a long time. Wish this had Co op as well.

    • @CENmassTER86
      @CENmassTER86 Рік тому +5

      @@Icemanz666 it does I believe

    • @chubbygamerdad
      @chubbygamerdad Рік тому +8

      Remnant was soooo good bro. Too bad its so underrated. Even bought the dlcs. I want a part 2 ✊🏻

    • @siridontlikeemails4749
      @siridontlikeemails4749 Рік тому

      @@Icemanz666 it does, just checked steam.

  • @NeoStorm247
    @NeoStorm247 Рік тому +9

    Commenting at the start of watching just to say I'm really pleasantly surprised you've reviewed this one Ralph! I only learned this game even existed within the last week or so after seeing a trailer and thinking "Hey that looks pretty sweet"

  • @jollynaut
    @jollynaut Рік тому +19

    I had such a blast with this game cant recommend it enough. Hope they make a dlc or a second game because there is so much potential to expand too

  • @smoss9813
    @smoss9813 Рік тому +5

    Darksiders. This has the feel of Darksiders and I have replayed that game on various platforms over the years. No innovation but frankly I don't want that in every title - simple but well executed is glorious. No live service garbage, no cash shops, no gambling crates, great stuff:) Thank you for putting this on my radar!

  • @King_Cosmic
    @King_Cosmic Рік тому +34

    Had my eye on this game since it's announcement. It's great to see a fun game with no hidden bullshittery. Will definitely pick this up.

  • @ADHDad
    @ADHDad Рік тому +64

    At this point games that aren't out to shift the paradigm of art, but accomplish the goals it sets for itself are actually X factor. I'm in.

  • @TakumaNuva
    @TakumaNuva Рік тому +25

    I just want to say, I greatly appreciate every time one of these videos comes out and you speak to how well it does or does not perform on Steam Deck. Thanks much.

    • @YuriG03042
      @YuriG03042 Рік тому

      he knows and that's why he does it

  • @BP-dn9nv
    @BP-dn9nv Рік тому +77

    It's nice to see more games like this. The open world craze is getting old

    • @KBWrecker
      @KBWrecker Рік тому +5

      Open worlds are full of busy-work. I agree, the concept is overrated

    • @theexile4694
      @theexile4694 Рік тому +2

      It's nice to see a game that limits your ability to move and go where you want with extremely obvious invisible walls and boring repetitive combat that devolves into the same one two combo to deal with everything making your entire arsenal and move set useless. All with the same jack animations each time and same bugs with said animations.
      Yeah, it's great. 👍 👌

    • @ohamatchhams
      @ohamatchhams Рік тому

      @@theexile4694 Yeah it's good ol' fun, nothing really horrid with that

    • @blackwatchpilot5329
      @blackwatchpilot5329 Рік тому

      ​@@theexile4694 And modern open-world games suffer from the same combat limitations, what were you trying to cook with this?

    • @IskenderCaglarM41B441
      @IskenderCaglarM41B441 10 місяців тому +2

      @@KBWrecker Concept is not overrated. It's awesome when it's done right but it's barely done right.

  • @BasementMinions
    @BasementMinions Рік тому +94

    I love the Ascent, and have been really hoping for more games like it. That just feel incredibly good to play and slap a smile on my face from beginning to end. So refreshing to have more video game ass video games that get me nostalgic for 360 type fun. The facts that I can play with friends is a sweet bonus. :)

    • @Konfide4043
      @Konfide4043 Рік тому +1

      The closest thing to The Ascent is Warhammer Inquisitor Martyr. They just revamped it as well. Also Co-op with good gunplay and alot more variety

    • @EscapeCondition
      @EscapeCondition Рік тому +4

      The Ascent was my game of the year, i recommended it to everyone I could. Loved the action/low fire system but also was a big fan of the characters.

    • @dsb8283
      @dsb8283 Рік тому

      @@Konfide4043 is Warhammer martyr on console?

    • @dsb8283
      @dsb8283 Рік тому

      The Ascent was fantastic. Loved everything about it

    • @tomwillchris917
      @tomwillchris917 Рік тому

      I loved it, but also couldnt finish it because of how repetitive the combat felt. They really nailed the aesthetic and music though.

  • @noelight2900
    @noelight2900 Рік тому +5

    Oh wow, I was not waiting a strong recommend for this. Excited to watch and hear your thoughts

  • @gurthang667
    @gurthang667 Рік тому

    That little gunshot sound at the end of a combat encounter is pulled straight from Gears of War with its bell toll sound, love it!

  • @orcinuso
    @orcinuso Рік тому +9

    The game is absolutely fantastic! Not too deep a story, linear gameplay, cowboys, vampires, monsters, amazing scenery and stellar fighting action! I think they will make several sequels . It’s very different and I love it!

  • @johnnytizz
    @johnnytizz Рік тому +51

    I am SO hyped that you enjoyed this game. I was really hoping that it would be exactly how you've described it!

    • @rayromano6249
      @rayromano6249 Рік тому +1

      This guy is one of the worst reviewers. He's not open minded. I wouldn't be surprised if he got paid to make it sound better than what it really is. Mostly other reviewers have been giving it 7s. It's nothing special

    • @Leohlyon
      @Leohlyon Рік тому +2

      Do you base your enjoyment of games on whether or not SkillUp enjoys them?

    • @patrykpalarczyk3979
      @patrykpalarczyk3979 Рік тому

      Full of action, simple story, fun good old slasher. Somehow very refreshing to play. Just finished it and ejoyed it just as the author of the video.

  • @divinitymode9364
    @divinitymode9364 Рік тому +45

    Great review. Should be pointed out that it could use some work on PS5/Series X and performance mode isn’t really going to cut it on a 4K TV. But definitely on for this a few patches down the line.

    • @Deliveredmean42
      @Deliveredmean42 Рік тому +1

      Which is a weird choice if you ask me. Maybe they should just opt to 1080p/1440p to reach 60fps in a special performance mode? You aren't force to run at 4k, if many of the late xbox one X and Ps4 Pro performance comparison is any indication.

    • @jjsavior
      @jjsavior Рік тому +1

      With tech like fsr2.1 around, I don't think they put in the effort so I will wait as well.

    • @NF_Redux
      @NF_Redux Рік тому

      4K/30 i could accept if we also had 2K/60, but i read somewhere it was 1080p/60 which is a bit of a shame. maybe they'll up it in a post-launch patch. would be nice.

    • @StillWeRide
      @StillWeRide Рік тому

      I highly recommend console players just play on fidelity....its solid and looks so much better

  • @Mickelock
    @Mickelock Рік тому

    Been waiting for you to review this. Thanks for the heads up 🤟

  • @grahammartin5491
    @grahammartin5491 Рік тому +5

    I was not ready for this: what a blessing to get some SkillUp.

  • @RedShadowOfSaturn
    @RedShadowOfSaturn Рік тому +16

    Very good review! Ya know what vibe I also got from this? This is kinda what The Order 1886 should've aimed for.
    That game was panned for being just a campaign, nothing else, no PvP, no side quests, nothing. And while this game isn't shooting for an infinitely replayable impossible standard, it's still a deep enough experience to be meaty while it lasts.
    And that's pretty neat.

    • @wild360
      @wild360 Рік тому +5

      The Order was the ultimate weekend rental. I really enjoyed it for what it was.

    • @RedShadowOfSaturn
      @RedShadowOfSaturn Рік тому +2

      @@wild360 I loved it, but I do agree with folks that considered it a rental or wasn't worth full full full retail.
      I got it on a flash sale for about 10 bucks, played through it twice, and definitely got my money's worth. Very sad more wasn't done to make it a franchise. 😔

    • @wild360
      @wild360 Рік тому +2

      @@RedShadowOfSaturn Same. For $60, it was hard sale. Like you I got it for $10 and platinumed it a couple of sittings. Unfortunately, this was supposed to be a more ambitious project that didn't happen so Sony tanked the studio.

    • @Bloodynine606
      @Bloodynine606 Рік тому +2

      Side quests are the most overrated part of gaming right now

    • @RedShadowOfSaturn
      @RedShadowOfSaturn Рік тому +1

      @@Bloodynine606 When they're interesting and add features or systems or gameplay or world building or new characters or emotional stories, they can be great, nearly integral to an experience of a full game.
      When the bulk of side quests involve "collect X berries" or "kill Y boars," for little to no real interesting reason or purpose beside giving a player a way point to follow and a task to complete as a vehicle for rewards, then yes, overrated garbage.
      They need to be judged case to case. Linear games with no wiggle room can often feel too restrictive, but having wiggle just for the sake of it is worse.

  • @MrPwnedyourmom
    @MrPwnedyourmom Рік тому

    I just have to say, I'm always really happy when you release a new video. Love your stuff and keep up the good work.

  • @grayaj23
    @grayaj23 Рік тому +2

    I like the idea that one level's elites are the next level's standard mobs. That's like what I consider to be the gold standard for ARPG challenge progression, the ancient and venerable Dungeon Master.

  • @ProfSir1
    @ProfSir1 Рік тому +51

    This is exactly the kind of game we need right now.

    • @_CrimsonBlade
      @_CrimsonBlade Рік тому +7

      hell no you want to play these type of game go buy a xbox 360

    • @TheForbiddenOne55
      @TheForbiddenOne55 Рік тому +9

      @@_CrimsonBlade...... no.....

    • @jfknvd726
      @jfknvd726 Рік тому +6

      @@_CrimsonBlade lol, we could use a real game comming out in a era of shallow games trying to be movies

    • @_CrimsonBlade
      @_CrimsonBlade Рік тому +3

      @@jfknvd726 id rather play those movie then this lazy shooting gallery game

    • @benoitbergeron8858
      @benoitbergeron8858 Рік тому +3

      I kinda miss the PS2 and xbox 360 era. Games used to be... well just games, not a bullshit excuse to sell battlepass and micro transactions. AAA studios have gone toward such greedy business models in the last decade.

  • @yt_Ajay_
    @yt_Ajay_ Рік тому +3

    I love the look of this game so much. The only grip I have that I know will be too frustrating and distracting to me and my OCD is that the camera is waay too close to Jesse especially during combat.

  • @sammorrow8420
    @sammorrow8420 Рік тому

    I really appreciate your well thought out review. I only play one game but I just like how you put your words together so I also get to hear about what else is out there. You will be at 1Million subs soon.

  • @jordanwerneck1184
    @jordanwerneck1184 Рік тому +1

    I'm sub to you and GmanLives and it's hilarious how much you two diverge in opinion, I love it.

  • @ThatNewDude29
    @ThatNewDude29 Рік тому +9

    Your description is exactly what i was expecting and i could not be happier about it. I can’t wait to pick the game up and have a great time with it.

  • @jamesmcdonough4901
    @jamesmcdonough4901 Рік тому +10

    I'm so excited for this game! Can't wait to play it this week! It's like a mash up of Evil Within and God of War.

  • @will11lliw
    @will11lliw Рік тому

    Omg.. I was hoping there would be a skill up review on this!

  • @KrsJin
    @KrsJin Рік тому +1

    Been a minute since I've watched one of your reviews. I have no idea why, I love them.

  • @fraktalfox
    @fraktalfox Рік тому +7

    I have been eagerly waiting for this game, hoping it would be a damn good time and here it is delivering exactly that! I for once did not think that it would be a “strong recommend” but, boy am I happy to see that :)

  • @foxhopsmash3578
    @foxhopsmash3578 Рік тому +5

    We neeeeed! We absolutely need games like these. Games that are just games! Not every game needs to be industry defining master works. AA games used to be that fun middle ground where you knew what you were getting and it delivers on that.

  • @shuya8244
    @shuya8244 Рік тому +1

    Thought this looked excellent but was hoping you’d review this. Definitely picking it up, thanks for your work!

  • @mikkela2244
    @mikkela2244 Рік тому

    the title alone makes me happy, i have been so hyped for this game, and to see that you love it aswell brings me so much joy!

  • @CELL7GAMING
    @CELL7GAMING 10 місяців тому +3

    Thanks, definitely my type of game.
    Just picked this up on the PlayStation store for 40%off

  • @danatkinson1517
    @danatkinson1517 Рік тому +7

    After about an hour playing I'm really enjoying this. It's exactly what I need too. A fun game that is done well. Knows what it is trying to be and doesn't sell itself as anything more. My only complaint is the graphics options on current gen consoles. Surely with some FSR or other resolution trickery we could gen a higher resolution than 1080 at 60fps. Even the quality mode doesn't seem particularly sharp (Playing on Series X). Hopefully they can patch in sominthing to help.

  • @milliuhn
    @milliuhn Рік тому +1

    I was watching a streamer play this game and I gotta say, the uppercut into the superman punch looks so cool.

  • @Gekayy
    @Gekayy Рік тому

    Honestly Skill Up, your content was the best thing to come out of me playing the Division 1. Glad I found you, glad you are still as awesome as always.

  • @NateTheScot
    @NateTheScot Рік тому +4

    I'm so glad this turned out well. I'd been keeping my eye on this and had been cautiously optimistic, so i'm really happy to go buy it and start it downloading whilst i take the dogs for a walk, after seeing this video. That's basically exactly what i wanted atm. Just a good time for a short while. Nothing too crazy or that i'd have to get really deeply sunk into... just something fun and intense i can play for a bit then go do something else.

  • @wonkabars6982
    @wonkabars6982 Рік тому +4

    Sounds like something to pick up on sale in a few months during one of those dry spell seasons. Has that “cult classic” potential, too.

    • @YuriG03042
      @YuriG03042 Рік тому +2

      this is going to be the next Killer is Dead, in terms of cult classic potential

  • @SomeTotalRandom
    @SomeTotalRandom Рік тому +1

    If you need DLSS performance mode to get 60fps, then it makes sense the console versions are 1080p 60 as "DLSS Performance mode" is internally running at 1080p then upscaling to 4k .

  • @WeeGeeX
    @WeeGeeX Рік тому

    this is a change; you are the only one saying yes to this on my feed right now!

  • @Jeremy-morin
    @Jeremy-morin Рік тому +4

    This kiiiind of has a similar feel to GOW 2018. Obviously the energy is a bit different, but that combat really reminded me of how I played God of War. Even the punching looks like spartan rage mode

  • @lysanderaurelius7810
    @lysanderaurelius7810 Рік тому +5

    This sounds EXACTLY like my kinds of game! Sometimes you just need a great action game with good audio-visuals!

  • @Scozzzy
    @Scozzzy Рік тому +1

    So glad this gets the Skill Up seal of approval. Can't wait to play it tomorrow!

  • @xavierabii548
    @xavierabii548 Рік тому +6

    This really comes across as the kind of game I loved back in my uni days and that's awesome because I've missed those games. A perfect example in my opinion is Psy-Ops which was a ridiculously fun game. I'll definitely be checking this out at some point in the future.

  • @deon_strydom_00
    @deon_strydom_00 Рік тому +7

    This game feels very old school in the best way possible. These type of games just aren't made anymore nowadays and it's so refreshing to see a developer not just make an attempt at it again, but firmly hit the nail right on the head. Can only hope this game inspires other devs and shows that not every game nowadays has to be an open world rpg with different gear rarities, etc.

  • @ChrisLT
    @ChrisLT Рік тому +14

    This is the sort of game I'll come back to again and again. A 30-40 hour mega AAA game is usually a one and done, yet I'm already planning to go through all the difficulties on this one.

    • @Magnusfication
      @Magnusfication Рік тому

      Exactly, after the end credits i immediately started NG+ on Evil. Been a long time i had such a good time with a game that i wanted more of it. Including GoW Ragnarok which was kind of a let down for me cuz it felt bloated and filled to the brim with uninteresting and boring stuff to do.

  • @ianapostal8044
    @ianapostal8044 Рік тому

    Cant wait to check it out, great review!

  • @speedracer2please
    @speedracer2please Рік тому

    Hell yeah, this is exactly what I was hoping for! I was looking forward to this ever since you first mentioned it and I'm so glad it didn't fall flat

  • @nicholaslalonde2117
    @nicholaslalonde2117 6 місяців тому +6

    PS Plus January 2024 anyone?

  • @sonfoku73
    @sonfoku73 Рік тому +6

    Oh god this looks so good I'm in love. There was so few updates about it but now thay I'm looking at it it's got everything I could want. The graphics, the art design, the action. I hope it's somehow replayable(although it doesn't have to be) just like RE4

  • @optionseven9699
    @optionseven9699 Рік тому

    Looks like a game you’d see in store as a kid and getting it because the cover looks cool and it being a gem of your childhood-like vibes

  • @AaaaAaaa-zp6ki
    @AaaaAaaa-zp6ki Рік тому

    Thank you for the review, always helps me get a feel for a game. How good are the PC port settings? Are there hard locked keys or are all keys rebindable? Is there unlocked frame rate or is 60 a hard cap? Thank you

  • @jellyandjam9646
    @jellyandjam9646 Рік тому +9

    I was literally waiting for this to show up today!!!😍❤️
    Amazing timing Skillup!!!
    This game looks superb

  • @yourikhan4425
    @yourikhan4425 Рік тому +3

    Ragnarok and now this? We have officially a very different perception of what a good game is.

  • @NoMercy13567
    @NoMercy13567 Рік тому +2

    This game looks really fun and I wanted to play it, but as someone who owns a Series S I will not be getting it if it runs at 30fps. I hate that games being forced onto next-gen are still running at 30 fps. The S is supposed to be an affordable choice that can run games at 60fps at least. It’s very frustrating because if games are going to continue to be 30fps or they will be excluded from the S then I just wasted $200 to load games faster and it just sucks

  • @feircy
    @feircy Рік тому

    Was heavily looking forward to this. Glad it turned out well

  • @Evanz111
    @Evanz111 Рік тому +3

    Linear arenas, light puzzles and spectacular cutscenes? Damn I feel like I’d be an idiot to play this right after playing God of War: Ragnarok.

  • @mahmoudnajeh9011
    @mahmoudnajeh9011 Рік тому +5

    I had zero doubts it's gonna be a great one. a strongly recommend from you seals the deal.

  • @MoeFokah
    @MoeFokah Рік тому

    Getting it on sale for the Deck. Great review.

  • @heroicgoo915
    @heroicgoo915 Рік тому

    Ooh!Ooh!Ooh!
    Last video i watched of urs i was bummed out coz of what u said about "Midnight Suns". Coz ur tatses appear to be very similar to mine ive noticed.
    Thats why im fqn HYPED about ur title for this vid dood!!!! Fq yeah!!! Day 1 purchase for ,me on the strength of this vid alone.
    Bout time a title like this dropped!!!
    Thanks for ur hard work bro!!!
    EDIT: So i just went on Steam & realised its released TODAY!! But its 4am here atm, so il get in when i wake up morrow/today/later ;)

  • @chillax319
    @chillax319 Рік тому +5

    Glad to hear that this game is fun. I was interested in it and will probably buy it sooner or later. I was looking for some fun game without any deep narratives nor trying to be groundbreaking.

  • @jared_really
    @jared_really Рік тому +16

    This video game gives me big video game energy. Glad to see a video game is being made in the day of stores with gameplay.

  • @ResidentRaccoon
    @ResidentRaccoon Рік тому +1

    The industry needs as many of these middle of the road titles as possible...right in between indie and AAA...Haven't had that since the 360 days

  • @AleksandrStrizhevskiy
    @AleksandrStrizhevskiy Рік тому

    I just watched a few old Laymen Gaming vids. The news was old, but the entertainment was timeless. Wish you guys made some more videos together.

  • @pensinseo7745
    @pensinseo7745 Рік тому +7

    Skill up has spoken... time to order the game :)

  • @benking3647
    @benking3647 Рік тому +30

    super excited to hear your perspective along with GmanLives. looks like both of you are opposite with opinions on this, but it's great to hear all sorts of things. thanks for the work!

    • @fartloudYT
      @fartloudYT Рік тому +9

      Yeah, unfortunately the flaws he pointed out make it difficult to consider playing it for what good it offers. It is a combat game and it has issues with combat and enemies. If it was some action rpg where story sucked, it would not matter.

    • @SullyDiBruto
      @SullyDiBruto Рік тому

      Gman apparently kind of hated it...

    • @cirescythe
      @cirescythe Рік тому +11

      @@SullyDiBruto he randomly hates every other game thats not an oldschool first person shooter but absolutely is in awe when you circlestrafe around 2d enemies for hours.

  • @dblundz
    @dblundz Рік тому +6

    Had a blast with this one. Hope for a sequel. Such cool lore

  • @ronskip2844
    @ronskip2844 Рік тому

    So cool glad there is not bloat that some games rely on sounds lots of fun. Another quality video also what did you have for dinner?

  • @reneaquarius
    @reneaquarius Рік тому +6

    Getting strong Binary Domain (XB360) vibes from this. Not the setting or anything. Just that you think you know what your you're going to get but when playing you realize it's much more fun than you expected. This game looks great! Cool review too,

    • @YuriG03042
      @YuriG03042 Рік тому +2

      BD was a great title by the same people that did the Yakuzas, but i personally disliked the relationship system. Shooting robot heads and making them fight each other was cool though

  • @geeksquad626
    @geeksquad626 Рік тому +29

    O thank the gamer gods. I am very excited about this game. Now I’m even more excited. Love your reviews!!

  • @MrAtrumvir
    @MrAtrumvir Рік тому

    Definitely gonna grab this. The way you talked about it is the same reason I like alien fireteam elite. Didn’t try to do anything crazy just a good game to play with buds and shoot some bugs.

  • @MattSmith-ot5dn
    @MattSmith-ot5dn Рік тому

    Was just waiting for your review to confirm this was good. Purchased on Steam and ready to play through! Thank your for your honest game reviews Skill Up, your my favorite content creator!

  • @seanb5933
    @seanb5933 Рік тому +4

    These are the type of games I miss...linear, single player shooters with great design. We used to get so many fantastic tightly made games. Now everything is an open world with nothing meaningful to do apart from collect junk and fight stuff. Linear games take out all the grind and get straight to the missions that are worth playing. Looking forward to getting this to support the Devs.

    • @luluna5228
      @luluna5228 Рік тому

      this game is straight up unoriginal and bad, how is open world worse

    • @drlemon7729
      @drlemon7729 Рік тому

      @@luluna5228 okay person who hasn't played said game

    • @luluna5228
      @luluna5228 Рік тому

      @@drlemon7729 75 score on oc and looks boring

    • @seanb5933
      @seanb5933 Рік тому

      @@luluna5228 I never said open world is worse. Open world just feels uninspired in many cases. I love many open world games but I miss the more focused games we used to get when they were linear. Crysis, fear, metro, dishonored, etc are good examples. If we took every critical score seriously then we wouldn't enjoy a lot of things...

    • @luluna5228
      @luluna5228 Рік тому

      @@seanb5933 not true, every game ive played has been score accurately unless it was a personal thing i had minus a couple. ratings are pretty accurate. having said that. you really want some linear boring game? literally goes both ways. people saying "we use to get so many tight amazing games" (i actually never have heard of that) , or people say " im so tired of empty open world " "im so tired of the linear gameplay" lol nobody ever talks about those games you mentioned anymore i wonder

  • @BucklingSwashes
    @BucklingSwashes Рік тому +7

    I've never been more unsure about a game. Your review AND Gman's both seem very thorough and both seem to view some of the same aspects in very different ways. This may be a wait for sale for me (or Game Pass, fingers crossed), but it could end up feeling like a waste of time OR one of my favorite popcorn games of the last several years.

  • @SteamingNoodle
    @SteamingNoodle Рік тому

    Watching yours and @AngryCentaurGaming back to back, love you guys. collab when?

  • @samdeb6506
    @samdeb6506 Рік тому +1

    Progress isn't recorded when you play with a buddy, only the main story holder will make progress.

  • @Wo1f
    @Wo1f Рік тому +3

    i Played this at a local convention and can say, damn that game carried the convention on it's own, it's really good.

  • @andyjohnson3046
    @andyjohnson3046 Рік тому +6

    I strongly agreed with you about Weird West, and I strongly agree with you here, too. I reviewed Evil West for Entertainium and it's such a good time. One of the standout elements for me is the superb enemy designs - a real strong point for Flying Wild Hog, I think. For anyone wondering, the game took me around 12-13 hours to beat and there is an NG+ mode.

  • @als1668
    @als1668 Рік тому

    I've been religiously watching your content for years now and as a fan I would love to know how long it takes you to write these awesome scripts? I swear I take sales notes from how you craft your reviews. Much love brother keep up the great content. 👍

  • @TheMattCotham
    @TheMattCotham Рік тому

    I'm so keen for this. Feels like it might be a nice change of pace.

  • @drndrfnz8786
    @drndrfnz8786 Рік тому +3

    I got this and liked it for the first few missions. Then the jank and repetitive enemies set in. It just throws tons of enemies at you to call it difficult like 3x the first boss later on. What started as a 8/10 ended as a 6/10. Really surprised SU recommended this so highly.

    • @chozen_juan
      @chozen_juan Рік тому +2

      Also it cant decide whether its too easy or needlessly hard. Some areas would have the same goons coming at you for 5mins straight with no real rhyme or reason behind it. The game progression started really nice and I wanted to love the game but after the first few missions I grew tired of it very quickly. Tried to go back a couple of times and just got uninterested. Its very much God of War reskinned (really nicely) but not as good and gameplay is repetitive and sadly inconsistent.

  • @acn1580
    @acn1580 Рік тому +3

    Between this, Outriders, and Remnant, I'm starting to feel like SkillUp has a "type"

  • @Taverius
    @Taverius Рік тому

    Aaaand wishlisted, thanks ShillUp! 👍

  • @LeonidasGGG
    @LeonidasGGG Рік тому

    I missed these type of games... Simple and fun. What more do you need?
    I hope you review Gungrave GORE next, cuz it does look hella fun too.

  • @o0Da7mi0o
    @o0Da7mi0o Рік тому +4

    Sounds like its going for the same things as Binary Domain and I looooved that game.

    • @cirescythe
      @cirescythe Рік тому

      Same here. Such a great game. I loved the setting back then.