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  • Опубліковано 28 бер 2020
  • FINAL FANTASY VI Review for the SNES! My absolute FAVORITE game of all time, and widely considered by many to be the BEST in the series! See what Final Fantasy VI has to offer, from Terra to Kefka to supelxing a train!
    👀 FINAL FANTASY V REVIEW -- bit.ly/2vRgcxs
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    👉 Final Fantasy VI's 25th Anniversary Interview -- bit.ly/3dDmCl0
    Final Fantasy VI, also known as Final Fantasy III from its marketing for its initial North American release in 1994, is a role-playing video game developed and published by Japanese company Square for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Final Fantasy VI, being the sixth game in the series proper, was the first to be directed by someone other than producer and series creator Hironobu Sakaguchi; the role was filled instead by Yoshinori Kitase and Hiroyuki Ito. Yoshitaka Amano, long-time collaborator to the Final Fantasy series, returned as the character designer and contributed widely to visual concept design, while series-regular, composer Nobuo Uematsu, wrote the game's score, which has been released on several soundtrack albums. Set in a fantasy world with a technology level equivalent to that of the Second Industrial Revolution, the game's story follows an expanding cast that includes fourteen permanent playable characters. The drama includes and extends past depicting a rebellion against an evil military dictatorship, pursuit of a magical arms-race, use of chemical weapons in warfare, depiction of violent, apocalyptic confrontations with Divinities, several personal redemption arcs, teenage pregnancy, and the continuous renewal of hope and life itself.
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  • @projared
    @projared  4 роки тому +1083

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    • @MALEMization
      @MALEMization 4 роки тому +12

      Hey Jared! Could you review The Legend of Dragoon on PS1 and possibly play it please?!

    • @Luminarise
      @Luminarise 4 роки тому +8

      Thank you for uploading videos Jared, appreciated.

    • @thelaughingrouge
      @thelaughingrouge 4 роки тому +4

      @@MALEMization I second this suggestion, please and thanks.

    • @BigaloMax
      @BigaloMax 4 роки тому +4

      Personally how I would have fixed the whole character classes being lost to the magic system is to tie it to the character classes and make each character learn magic faster depending on their class compatibility.
      You can still grind all the Spells if you want but it will take a lot longer to grind the ones that are out of character class, also the level of bonuses from the summons would also be tied to the class system if done this way to further incentivize those classes

    • @Sundiny
      @Sundiny 4 роки тому +7

      Let’s gooo man!
      I’m so happy to see you back to doing what makes you happy.
      The video was beautiful btw

  • @PandamoniumBruu
    @PandamoniumBruu 4 роки тому +1996

    *FInal Fantasy 6 full ost*
    Jared: Ah yes, the best song in the game

    • @jonathansmith1281
      @jonathansmith1281 3 роки тому +88

      He's not wrong.

    • @CanuckGod
      @CanuckGod 3 роки тому +36

      They're all amazing, but Jared is wrong, the winner is clearly Searching For Friends (World of Ruin airship world map theme).

    • @superminingbro4037
      @superminingbro4037 3 роки тому +8

      I like how this comment has 404 likes. Even UA-cam recognizes that this is an error.

    • @PandamoniumBruu
      @PandamoniumBruu 3 роки тому +5

      @@superminingbro4037 408 likes*
      keep waiting till 500 to make the same joke again

    • @carlosbaron8636
      @carlosbaron8636 3 роки тому +6

      They all are

  • @stevenmattrell3448
    @stevenmattrell3448 4 роки тому +3433

    Me: “So Jared. What’s the best song in the game?”
    Jared: “Yes.”

    • @Shane-bz1sy
      @Shane-bz1sy 4 роки тому +46

      Hes not wrong. It's a go-to playlist for working and reading for me.

    • @mboz_2108
      @mboz_2108 4 роки тому +40

      I give this game a best song in the game outta 5

    • @Sundiny
      @Sundiny 4 роки тому +16

      All the songs are the best.
      Also Shadows theme is the best in the game

    • @MindstormXL
      @MindstormXL 4 роки тому +18

      Even during the stream that was prevailant
      Jared is about to enter a new new area with new song
      Jared: Ready for the best song in the game?

    • @shadowvash07
      @shadowvash07 4 роки тому +11

      Theres a reason why FF 6 is Nobuo Uematsu's favorite soundtrack. Every song is the best song.

  • @BaltaBueno
    @BaltaBueno 2 роки тому +140

    *Random FFVI song plays at a party*
    Jared: "Best song in the game"

  • @brewwarriorgames2742
    @brewwarriorgames2742 3 роки тому +395

    41 years old, I found myself either with goosebumps, in tears, or laughing along. Reliving my childhood as well as adulthood was a joy. FFVI for me is the game of all games. Thank you so much ProJared!!! Your review of Final Fantasy VI..."was the best in the game." 😁

    • @superiggybros7005
      @superiggybros7005 2 роки тому +11

      im 13 and ive beat ff6 5 times with more than 300 hours in the game

    • @tigerex777
      @tigerex777 2 роки тому +11

      I'm 43 and this game is special to me as well.

    • @jaydykstra3706
      @jaydykstra3706 Рік тому +5

      This is the only video game that has ever made me cry. That 2D 16-bit sprites could do that better than any game since makes FF6 my fave. You just want to give a huge hug to these characters and make sure they all succeed. Not to beat a game, but to help them find peace. Add the incredible music, and wow.

    • @carlosflores4380
      @carlosflores4380 Рік тому +4

      Im 100000 yrs old and this is my favorite game

    • @ok-rn2un
      @ok-rn2un 11 місяців тому

      ​@@superiggybros7005brodie goated

  • @VegaNCalleDQuesT
    @VegaNCalleDQuesT 4 роки тому +884

    “It’s the best song in the game”... *5 minutes later “this is the best song in the game”...*2 minutes later “this other song is the best song, in the game”

    • @gavinlucas9761
      @gavinlucas9761 4 роки тому +1

      LOL!!! XD

    • @federicopalacios7439
      @federicopalacios7439 4 роки тому +27

      It's true tho. Dancing Mad makes you wonder how the Snes can produce such amazing sounds.

    • @trident042
      @trident042 4 роки тому +9

      They really are all the best song in the game.

    • @donjuantuno7447
      @donjuantuno7447 4 роки тому +15

      "I'm Commander Jared, and this is my favorite song in Final Fantasy 6."

    • @Belnivek
      @Belnivek 4 роки тому +3

      @@donjuantuno7447 I think he said that 7 or 8 times.

  • @XtremeMaran
    @XtremeMaran 4 роки тому +379

    "I'm Commander Shepard and this is my favourite song in the game".

    • @edvance1030
      @edvance1030 4 роки тому +8

      How many "best songs of the game" were there in his opinion? 6 or something?

    • @amethist6774
      @amethist6774 4 роки тому +2

      @@edvance1030 yeah something like that.
      A bit too much songs at the top here, gotta make space.

  • @halcyo
    @halcyo 3 роки тому +309

    Uematsu's score to this game was SO unnecessarily amazing for a game of it's time. He could have phoned something much more basic in, and no one would have noticed in a 16 bit video game. But no, he makes something so intricate, epic, emotional, and unique, that I don't think it's EVERY been topped. To. This. Day.

    • @jemmabean
      @jemmabean 2 роки тому +6

      I mean I know dancing mad is dope af but I would argue one wing Angel beats most of the tracks in this game ;)

    • @skippy8294
      @skippy8294 Рік тому +10

      @@jemmabean OnEwInGeDaNgEl, listen to '' birth of a god '' this is sephiroth's real battle theme

    • @jemmabean
      @jemmabean Рік тому +3

      @@skippy8294 thanks for the recommendation, I'll check it out!

    • @captainpep3
      @captainpep3 Рік тому +5

      @@skippy8294 Birth if a god is better to listen to on its own but one winged angel is a better song overall imo

    • @trollingisasport
      @trollingisasport Рік тому +3

      Yeah. He could've made it like the soundtrack for 9.

  • @shiroshine7227
    @shiroshine7227 2 роки тому +51

    FF 9 and 6 are pure treasures. The best of the best.

  • @tentales10
    @tentales10 4 роки тому +256

    Not once ever did i consider during the Opera scene that Celes was hinting towards how she felt about Locke. Thank you for that! Well done!

    • @AldorasDeranor
      @AldorasDeranor 4 роки тому +21

      and not once ever did i consider the opera scene to be pointless - what is wrong with those people?

    • @hardy3786
      @hardy3786 4 роки тому +10

      Ikr? I thought she's just singing right from the script, except if you fuck it up

    • @Hadaron
      @Hadaron 4 роки тому +22

      tentales10
      I remember I used to hate the Opera scene. “Ugh,” I thought, “this is nice, but ultimately unimportant. Why does everyone say this is one of the best part of the games?”
      Then I realized. Maria misses the one she loves, climbs to the peak, and throws the flowers off the roof.
      One year later, Celes misses the ones she loves, climbs to the peak, and throws herself off the mountain.
      As soon as I drew the parallels, I blanched, and I’ve loved the opera ever since.

    • @TrueKivan
      @TrueKivan 4 роки тому +7

      I still get tears in my eyes when I hear the opera theme, it had a huge impact on me as a kid.

    • @joelhusbands3838
      @joelhusbands3838 4 роки тому +5

      @@hardy3786 was too busy trying not to fuck it up to pay attention

  • @FlyingHigh
    @FlyingHigh 4 роки тому +465

    I wasn't expecting the onion cutting ninjas to randomly show up during this review.

    • @nikolaikolev8252
      @nikolaikolev8252 4 роки тому +7

      I wasnt expecting 40 minute video!

    • @TSLIL1000
      @TSLIL1000 4 роки тому +8

      i probably didn't see them because i was crying

    • @chillstoneblakeblast3172
      @chillstoneblakeblast3172 4 роки тому +6

      They really cut through my emotions

    • @OnionChoppingNinja
      @OnionChoppingNinja 4 роки тому +12

      no one expects us... not even the Spanish inquisition

    • @GojoStiglitz
      @GojoStiglitz 4 роки тому +3

      Idk which video yall watched cuz ninjas was all up in my shit

  • @tsumetai3
    @tsumetai3 2 роки тому +215

    I love how he talks about Runic being forgotten about when I've always been of the impression that it's one of the most broken abilities in any game ever. It has the ability to completely trivialize a ton of fights and it means Celes always has a huge pool of MP to work with, reinforcing her as the strongest mage in the game. I always find it interesting with these older games how we really did play them in a vacuum, and we all really did form our own opinions and strategies. Now peoples thoughts on games feel almost homogeneous. We all consume the same media surrounding them and share in a large community surrounding that specific game. I guess part of me is nostalgic for a time that's long gone, and even tho I wouldn't go back to it even if I could, there are some things I'll miss from time to time.

    • @jeromealday614
      @jeromealday614 2 роки тому +11

      Well ain't that the truth. Internet is a good thing but it's now hard to formulate your own opinion without getting some semblance of bias from others.
      Some people hate FF7 because it's too popular and didn't met their expectations. Some people hate FF6 because fans put it on a pedestal.

    • @straightupanarg6226
      @straightupanarg6226 2 роки тому +13

      This comment is spot on. Peoples' opinions are completely homogenous. I've never heard _anyone_ say anything bad about Earthbound, ever: but having played Mother 3 first, I just don't find it compelling enough to complete playing through.

    • @joshportie
      @joshportie 2 роки тому +8

      You mean people are told what to think and they listen.

    • @justanotheryoutubechannel
      @justanotheryoutubechannel 2 роки тому +6

      I never really used Runic since I didn’t have a sword there could use it for a while, but after I got another one I’ve been using it all the time since the last 4 bosses I’ve dealt with have had deadly magic attacks including METEO so I’ve had celes using runic and the rest of my team using Blitz Bushido and Chainsaw every turn, and everyone doing a healing spell before I put runic back up after an enemy attacks.

    • @AtlasBlizzard
      @AtlasBlizzard 2 роки тому +5

      ​@@straightupanarg6226 That is a huge problem with fanbases and the internet in general. People are deathly afraid of having opinions that go against the majority, because what worth is an opinion without likes, right? That results in opinions being way more homogenous than they should be.

  • @willmaier4128
    @willmaier4128 3 роки тому +461

    Jared deserves to be above 1 mil subs again, He puts out good content and is just as human as anyone

    • @npolk2080
      @npolk2080 2 роки тому +15

      He will be in due time

    • @rpgprime
      @rpgprime 2 роки тому +9

      He will get there :)

    • @Bjorick
      @Bjorick 2 роки тому +27

      he doesn't deserve anything, not sure why people think that you're owed things in life. He made a choice, and he's living with it, which is respectable, but no, he doesn't deserve any random number you want to assign to him, nor does he deserve a single sub. He's earned what he has, and if he keeps working hard, he'll earn more, if his reach is good enough and people enjoy his content.
      I like jared's vids, though his previous behavior is quite questionable, so long as he's not breaking any laws and keeps that shit private, i'm not going to stress it.

    • @ye6023
      @ye6023 2 роки тому +57

      @@Bjorick bro it’s not that serious…

    • @pocky4468
      @pocky4468 2 роки тому +81

      @@Bjorick go outside

  • @jakobhere620
    @jakobhere620 4 роки тому +2383

    Jared's character arc is the best in the game, imo.

    • @burntyper
      @burntyper 4 роки тому +49

      Lol well played

    • @ankerhedemand5918
      @ankerhedemand5918 4 роки тому +105

      speaking of Jared, his theme is the best in the game.

    • @Vinn_Tree
      @Vinn_Tree 4 роки тому +10

      What does imo mean?

    • @ankerhedemand5918
      @ankerhedemand5918 4 роки тому +29

      @@Vinn_Tree 'in my opinion'

    • @burntyper
      @burntyper 4 роки тому +104

      @@Vinn_Tree isometric micro orphanage

  • @xIChaosReaperIx
    @xIChaosReaperIx 4 роки тому +161

    Jared you forgot to rate it. I gotchu fam.
    "That's why FF6 gets a best song in the game/10."

    • @ekdeimos
      @ekdeimos 4 роки тому +11

      I'm so sad he's not doing that bit any more

    • @prince_nocturne
      @prince_nocturne 4 роки тому +9

      I can even break down why that rating would work the way he would.
      "There are so many things in the game to choose as the best that it's hard to pick. While there are clearly some that are better than others, the wide variety of options depending on personal taste and play style grant more choice than most any other final fantasy, or any other GAME to date at the time."

  • @lunch_trey
    @lunch_trey 3 роки тому +50

    I've only put 20 hours into this (not even halfway through the story), but, as I kept playing, Locke started to feel like the main character to me. Not because I choose him a lot (I mostly main Edgar), but because he always seems to be there in some form even when not in the party. Like, he's the spirit that pushes the others forward.

    • @cyanmanta
      @cyanmanta Рік тому +4

      He's one of the more difficult party members to find in the second half, though, so it kind of balances out in the end.

  • @josephgorman3781
    @josephgorman3781 2 роки тому +18

    Celes' opera scene will always be one of my top five favorite video game scenes, ever, and one of the best songs. Thank you for sharing with us!

  • @MonsterExpert
    @MonsterExpert 4 роки тому +184

    29:16
    "I've been there, that feeling of overwhelming loss and pain and heartbreak and just wanting it to all end."
    That almost made me cry because I've too been there: having suicidal thoughts, losing everything and thinking you're all alone in world, thinking its not going to get any better...its not easy.

    • @HungerOfHunter
      @HungerOfHunter 4 роки тому +11

      FFVI has everything for everyone, in my case, the back history of Locke touch my heart, i also lost a girl that i loved so much because something that wasn't my fault or her fault, just, bad casualities of life, now, just hearing the song "Forever Rachel" makes me cry.

    • @user-kn8bq3lu8j
      @user-kn8bq3lu8j 4 роки тому +1

      Almost made me cry too.

    • @thedrewdog
      @thedrewdog 4 роки тому +4

      @@HungerOfHunter I feel the same way when I hear "Death of Aeris" or the ending to Earthbound. We were together for 7 years, we just drifted apart in the worst way, and it's the biggest regret I've ever had. She has a family of her own now, I smile for them, but I can't help but think: "I'd give ANYTHING. ANYTHING at all to go back to the past and be a better man for her."
      Maybe one day, I can be that for someone who needs me, and we'll find each other when we're meant to. I hope the same happens for you my friend.

    • @fangerzstanky
      @fangerzstanky 4 роки тому

      Yeah middle school was tough

    • @josephagar1005
      @josephagar1005 4 роки тому +4

      Knowing why he probably felt like that makes it hurt even more...

  • @Frigateer
    @Frigateer 4 роки тому +567

    "It is ok to have scenes that don't further the plot, as it develops character."
    This is a good lesson for life really. It's perfectly ok to take time away from your "main story", your career, your relationships etc., and focus on building who you are as a person. Prioritise becoming the best version of you, to improve both yourself and your life-plot.
    Also I can't believe Jared never talked about the best song in the game smh...

    • @kobaltsteel6418
      @kobaltsteel6418 4 роки тому +7

      I HATE THAT!!!!! Damn that Jared, never mentioning the best song at all... I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS!!!! >:(

    • @Sniperbear13
      @Sniperbear13 4 роки тому +11

      for real, if you make a FF6 video, it is required to talk about The best song.

    • @obi-wankenobi9986
      @obi-wankenobi9986 4 роки тому +2

      thanks i kinda needed that

    • @stevenmorton2059
      @stevenmorton2059 4 роки тому +5

      While plot is important, it is OK to deviate from it from time to time provided that it keeps the reader/viewer/player engaged. The technique is not without risk, however. When doing a character development detour, it is VITAL to make sure the reader/viewer/player gives a rat's ass about the character, otherwise it just wastes his/her time. Don't bore your audience, boys and girls.

    • @Kay_Sea251
      @Kay_Sea251 4 роки тому +4

      How can you call yourself a FF6 fan without talking about ThE bEsT sOnG EVURRRR?!?!?!

  • @whydoistillusethissite8626
    @whydoistillusethissite8626 Рік тому +15

    just barely missing the 3 year anniversary of this video to come back and say, wow I remember watching this as if it had just come out yesterday, time flies man

  • @ikesters6697
    @ikesters6697 Рік тому +16

    This is still one of the best reviews I've seen in a video game. Not only does Jared capture the theme and synopsis of the game in the review itself, he also lived through it, this is the video that put Jared back on the map.

  • @Engineer_Who
    @Engineer_Who 4 роки тому +1959

    I dunno about the rest of you, but when Jared just throws out "I've been there," I had to take a minute.
    Thank you for being you, Jared. Thank you for your dumb jokes, your over-analysis, and your willingness to be real with us.
    See you at One Million.

    • @qwaccc
      @qwaccc 4 роки тому +40

      hehe, one day, he’ll make it, it’s crazy how he still hasn’t made it yet?
      hah...

    • @HexZ_
      @HexZ_ 4 роки тому +74

      OH WAIT EXCEPT HE DID HIT A MILLION RIGHT AS “she who will not be named” MADE HER ACCUSATIONS...

    • @MrTubeStuck
      @MrTubeStuck 4 роки тому +65

      That line was really powerful comimg from him. We all know what happened and how it turned his life upside down. When he said that, i know that "the thought" crossed his mind during those days.
      Glad that he is pulling whats left of his life together, and making something fresh out of it

    • @Godspeeds
      @Godspeeds 4 роки тому +17

      I remember when cancel culture attack him

    • @sintasirait835
      @sintasirait835 4 роки тому +4

      Could you tell me where in the video he said that? I think i've missed that

  • @joaorsouza
    @joaorsouza 4 роки тому +714

    Hello... Im 35 years old and this amazing game made me learn english by myself when i was 11 just to understand the story of the game. The best FF definily. Cheers from Brazil!

    • @whoopzreal
      @whoopzreal 3 роки тому +39

      That's an awesome story!

    • @nobiisok9572
      @nobiisok9572 3 роки тому +35

      It's crazy to see all the ways people around the world learn English.

    • @emano3203
      @emano3203 3 роки тому +18

      Daora irmão! Nunca joguei um final fantasy direito, to pensando em começar com esse

    • @everthon2457
      @everthon2457 3 роки тому +4

      Ashuashuashua BRASIIIIIIL manoooooooo

    • @luismunoz4378
      @luismunoz4378 3 роки тому +8

      For me it was final fantasy viii that made me learn english by myself 😎

  • @traviswall1982
    @traviswall1982 3 роки тому +23

    This game is the embodiment of who I am today. Sensitive, yet powerful. Probably no other media has shaped me into who I am today more than this game. The story is, hands down, the best in the series and really knows how to bring out the best in one.
    You can keep your graphic, the story is where it is at and this one delivers. Octopus and all....

  • @emilywilkie1071
    @emilywilkie1071 2 роки тому +35

    I've literally never made a comment on a UA-cam vid before but I just replayed this after it came out on Steam and in replaying, I share your delight. I played the original back in the day (yes, on the old gray cartridge - and yes, I would occasionally blow on it if I HAD TO do the universal 'Nintendo fix', ha). This, to this day, is not just one of my favorite games of all time, but also one of the best stories I've ever been told (that includes movies, books, everything I've ever consumed). I've recommended it to many because honestly? The fact that they're sprites DOES NOT matter - you still connect emotionally and it's profound. Thanks for the video.

  • @ultimaT
    @ultimaT 4 роки тому +89

    One of the most memorable moments in my childhood was the collapse of the floating continent. I was blown away by the fact that the villain had basically won and the world was destroyed. Yet there's a great message after that. Even if the world around you has fallen apart, there are still reasons to go on living life.

    • @hannanhanania6689
      @hannanhanania6689 4 роки тому +9

      You have put it the best way possible. I too was a kid when I played this game, I did not understand it at the time, but the message got through inside me. My dad had died, my mother in jail and I was living with a monster in a broken world. But there was hope. Thank God almighty in his infinite mercy, I got through that nightmare.

  • @realkingofantarctica
    @realkingofantarctica 4 роки тому +2084

    Before this premiere starts, can we just appreciate this guy. I don’t want to talk about the controversy much since that’s already beating a dead horse, but ProJared is one of those consistently entertaining UA-camrs that stands out in the sea of, let’s be honest, shit on this platform. Whether* it’s from his reviews, retrospectives, or even just his update videos, I find so much enjoyment from just seeing this guy express his own opinions. The controversy was a big setback for him, and while I will admit I was fooled by what was being said I still chose to stay subscribed because that’s how great this channel is. Keep up the great work ProJared, and I am so hyped for this premiere to start.

    • @doktawhawee9870
      @doktawhawee9870 4 роки тому +48

      The King of Antarctica The darkest days in YT’s history was this whole drama. Not the adpocalypse, this.

    • @Emmett129
      @Emmett129 4 роки тому +34

      Dicks out for jared!

    • @JesseColton
      @JesseColton 4 роки тому +59

      He's a good person who didn't deserve the shit that was thrust upon him.

    • @silent1823
      @silent1823 4 роки тому +41

      Dude was beat to the ground and still got back up! GG.

    • @chillstoneblakeblast3172
      @chillstoneblakeblast3172 4 роки тому +29

      Dude the scene when he talks about Celes. I really felt his emotions. He is a victim of e-drama.

  • @masonwilcox7055
    @masonwilcox7055 3 роки тому +8

    Ultros, is great comedy relief. Love how in the second half of the game he works the front desk of the coliseum.

  • @siobhan5661
    @siobhan5661 Рік тому +10

    'I've been there.' Thank you, Jared. How wonderful it's been to relive these moments. Ah, Setzer's theme... is best song in the game!

  • @bayoyax9266
    @bayoyax9266 4 роки тому +493

    Jared on The Decisive Battle: "This is the best song in the game"
    Me: "That's... that's debatable..."
    Jared on Locke's Theme: This is the best song in the game"
    Me: "OH OK I SEE WHERE THIS IS GOING~"

    • @cstaie85
      @cstaie85 4 роки тому +29

      Jared has a lot of... "This is the best song in the game." The soundtrack is still one of my favorites.

    • @Hanadoes432
      @Hanadoes432 4 роки тому +1

      The spirit of Liam is everywhere

    • @awolnduff
      @awolnduff 4 роки тому

      Maybe he thinks of themes and songs being different? LOL

    • @philcanning5467
      @philcanning5467 4 роки тому

      Give me a break

    • @sjbagley756ify
      @sjbagley756ify 4 роки тому

      @bayoyax I had that exact same thought.

  • @shadyaura4437
    @shadyaura4437 4 роки тому +429

    Me: “What’s your Favorite FF6 song?” Projared: *Lists 8 different songs*.

    • @hydro_storm4527
      @hydro_storm4527 4 роки тому +18

      More like hands you a burned CD with all the tracks with a smile

    • @adamnasser9120
      @adamnasser9120 4 роки тому +3

      welcome to square enix. trash games but ost makes up

    • @fatboosh81
      @fatboosh81 4 роки тому +7

      Adam Nasser you must have a very big brain

    • @keithgreen8026
      @keithgreen8026 4 роки тому

      True that

    • @dr.p.wellington3604
      @dr.p.wellington3604 4 роки тому +2

      chhh 8, I don't have the skills nor the strength to break it down to just 8.

  • @gotenksta
    @gotenksta Рік тому +15

    I always rewatch this video from time to time cause it's my favorite video of his. Not only because it's a very complex and emotional analysis of the game, but also to see how much he has overcome and changed over the years.

  • @db_524
    @db_524 3 роки тому +58

    This is the best and most emotional review I’ve seen from you, Jerd. I not only watched the UA-cam Premiere but also the Twitch Premiere. I wept with you and chat after the Twitch Premiere was over. I was also moved to tears throughout your playthrough of this game and your review of it. Especially when you said “I’ve been there.” Although I never had self harm/suicidal thoughts or tendencies, it reflected on my own personal struggles with the feelings of disappointment, vengeance, hatred, anger, bitterness, resentment, holding grudges, betrayal, sorrow, pain, grief, guilt, regret, despair, pessimism, fear, anxiety, sadness, loss, heartbreak, and wanting to live in isolation/exist but not live, because of on how society is designed/based on; people bringing others down. I’m thankful for the therapy I had from childhood to my teens, I still carry the advice it has given me through out my life. Final Fantasy VI is a classic that still stands the test of time.

  • @thewindysage1538
    @thewindysage1538 4 роки тому +254

    "Come what may
    I wont age a day
    Ill be forever yours"
    This also parallels Rachel as she literally is being kept like the day she died

    • @reloadpsi
      @reloadpsi 4 роки тому +1

      Damn dude, never realised that.

    • @christianedu
      @christianedu 4 роки тому +13

      Also Rachel gives you the Phoenix magicite witch represents life, but also death and rebirth and not rebirth as coming back to life, but as making her live in locke's heart and mind ... Phoenix in this game, represents the everlasting life even after death through the people that loved us while we were with them...

    • @PlutoTheSecond
      @PlutoTheSecond 3 роки тому +1

      @@christianedu Not to disagree, but the irony of it is, she only gets revived long enough to help Locke move on.

  • @austinjones1756
    @austinjones1756 4 роки тому +339

    Literally all I wanted was some reference to "Suplex the train"
    nice

    • @thegreatandmightyseff7214
      @thegreatandmightyseff7214 4 роки тому

      why even is that a meme?

    • @D.W.M.T.Y.A.W._CheckAbout_
      @D.W.M.T.Y.A.W._CheckAbout_ 4 роки тому

      Stefano Rosas Lisinski ClementJ642 made the joke relevant again

    • @rudolphrofinot4963
      @rudolphrofinot4963 4 роки тому +1

      Why was it only like 500 hitpoints of damage?

    • @mikeymaiku
      @mikeymaiku 4 роки тому +1

      @@rudolphrofinot4963 because your not a high level at the point storywise unless you mass grinded

    • @whitewolfinc
      @whitewolfinc 4 роки тому

      @@mikeymaiku There is no need to grind at that point, just Phoenix Down the train...1 hit - move on.

  • @yannispirou101
    @yannispirou101 2 роки тому +20

    It's surprising how this game still holds up.
    I just finished it for the first time and I absolutely loved it, one of the best games I've played.

  • @Ixen08Gaming
    @Ixen08Gaming 3 роки тому +43

    That first minute of the video is literally me. This game changed me as a person, led me into all the games I have played since it's release, and I even voiced Edgar in a friends youtube series of it. Best game ever created. Deserved the remake 7 got.

  • @Bones_Gaming
    @Bones_Gaming 4 роки тому +741

    When Celes tried to kill herself and Projared says "I've been there" I felt the emotion behind it, his emotions. I'm glad he didn't give up when it felt like the world wanted him to. He's a great UA-camr and one of the most consistent UA-camrs out there and his videos have brought me a lot of joy.

    • @impmadness
      @impmadness 4 роки тому +45

      Starscream91 Remember when the internet canceled him? Yeah

    • @thatguyknownaswill8180
      @thatguyknownaswill8180 4 роки тому +27

      What do you mean? He was obviously talking about when he had to play hydlide! /s

    • @Bad616
      @Bad616 4 роки тому +3

      @@impmadness thats his fault

    • @impmadness
      @impmadness 4 роки тому +67

      Davis609 Just because he made a mistake and got caught up in a horrible misunderstanding doesn’t justify the whole internet turning against you, nobody deserves that

    • @Alekazam_tv
      @Alekazam_tv 4 роки тому +18

      I still feel that. It pains me to say it, but the life I'm living isn't one I want to be living. I strive to be better, but I can't seem to make it happen. I think about this moment a lot because at least it isn't just me.

  • @AndrevusWhitetail
    @AndrevusWhitetail 4 роки тому +173

    Saw this already on Twitch yesterday, i wish i could've told him that he's a lot stronger than he seems when he cried after the video was over.

    • @chillstoneblakeblast3172
      @chillstoneblakeblast3172 4 роки тому +4

      Is there clips? That is really sad to see...

    • @lifeloverNorris
      @lifeloverNorris 4 роки тому +6

      Why was he crying?

    • @coppermeowmix
      @coppermeowmix 4 роки тому +5

      @@lifeloverNorris At the "I've been there" part, the chat filled with an outpouring of love and support that really just overwhelmed him. As well as a feeling of gratefulness that people liked the video he worked so long hard to make.

  • @shelbyherring92
    @shelbyherring92 2 роки тому +41

    Dunno, why... I've just become obsessed with the opera scene lately, and when you brought up Celes and Locke's themes joining during the credits I actually broke down and started crying... it's so good.

  • @putter06
    @putter06 Рік тому +7

    Thanks Jared for opening up. I've been there too, the end of my rope, wanting to end it. It sucks. I love your videos and appreciate your honesty. Keep doing what you're doing! You are an awesome person!

  • @tigerbomb909
    @tigerbomb909 3 роки тому +231

    That beginning tutorial in the magitech armor always terrified me. You’re so powerful and the less equipped enemies can’t do anything to stop you. You have loads of different abilities, but it doesn’t matter what you do. Like Jared said “it’s very hard for you to lose.”

    • @jjcoola998
      @jjcoola998 3 роки тому +22

      Yeah I remember as a kid going through the first time thinking how terrified everyone in Narshe must have been , and the guards throwing themselves at the Magitek armor knowing their innevitable fate

    • @GoldenYoshi1
      @GoldenYoshi1 3 роки тому +13

      But it's funny how the Narshe guards have taller sprites that tower over Terra and the other two's Magitek armors XD

    • @JohnnyYeTaecanUktena
      @JohnnyYeTaecanUktena 2 роки тому +1

      Wait very hard? does that mean you can lose? i would like to see someone actually lose

    • @Ed-1749
      @Ed-1749 Рік тому

      @@JohnnyYeTaecanUktena you could probably just do nothing

    • @JohnnyYeTaecanUktena
      @JohnnyYeTaecanUktena Рік тому

      @@Ed-1749 i honestly do not remember that part in the game so i am not sure if that would work

  • @NFSA678
    @NFSA678 3 роки тому +490

    Final Fantasy 6: the game where everyone including the villian needs a hug

    • @ZenoDLC
      @ZenoDLC 3 роки тому +29

      Correction, needed a hug, some of them aren't exactly huggable anymore

    • @gregorymirabella1423
      @gregorymirabella1423 3 роки тому +5

      @@ZenoDLC wdym?

    • @GrahamChapman
      @GrahamChapman 3 роки тому +74

      @@gregorymirabella1423 I think Zeno means that while Kefka may have indeed needed a hug at some point in his backstory, the Kefka who needed that hug is long gone. What we've got in the game is a man who wouldn't know how to value, or maybe even interpret, a hug. He is, to be frank, way too far gone. Way too lost in his detachment from humanity, his growing lust for power, his spiteful hatred and, in the World of Ruin, his eventual disillusionment and nihilism. Even if you did try to hug Kefka, he would just take that opportunity to sink a dagger into your back. He's not exactly a huggable man anymore.

    • @loyalist1326
      @loyalist1326 3 роки тому +12

      @@GrahamChapman he’s like the joker if he could use magic

    • @GrahamChapman
      @GrahamChapman 3 роки тому +2

      ​@@loyalist1326 Eh, HOW exactly is he "like The Joker if he could use magic"?

  • @infinimetrical
    @infinimetrical 2 роки тому +9

    The game holds a cathartic emotion within my youth. It's so expansive... I had a paper back SNES strategy guide that had multiple games in it growing up that had this game. It was also this, and "2" that I used to have when I was really young before the carts disappeared...

  • @Saben.C-Spoon
    @Saben.C-Spoon 3 роки тому +6

    This video made me think a lot about how games have evolved over time, and how old some of these games are. I'm named after this game. It made me think about my dad too, who came up with that idea and is the one who got me into games. He's playing a game with his friends as I type this. It's crazy to think how much time has passed. I started watching Jared when I was around the ages of 10-12, and now I'm a young adult. It's so melancholic to think about, nostalgic even.

  • @thisisacallforhelp3484
    @thisisacallforhelp3484 4 роки тому +235

    If FF6 was an anime, Sabin’s train suplex would be the badass action scene that plays in the climax of the intro.

    • @OceanIgs
      @OceanIgs 4 роки тому +4

      Now that you mentioned it, this game holds a lot of potential to be an anime or perhaps a remake.

    • @kingdancekiller
      @kingdancekiller 4 роки тому +8

      Hey Kefka? Have you ever heard these words before? GO BEYOND!

    • @kejiri3593
      @kejiri3593 4 роки тому

      @@OceanIgs No thanks. Just watch those lame super hero movies with joker. Which i hate. Enough of those. I dont wanna see it infect Japan. One game i think was enough. .Sad mistake :P

    • @Alianger
      @Alianger 4 роки тому +3

      Without all the grinding you'd realize the story isn't that good

    • @simplysolus8916
      @simplysolus8916 4 роки тому +1

      @@AliangerI disagree. Locke alone has more depth than Aladdin or Indiana Jones. (Though, that can't be said for everyone. Nonetheless, his character alone does have more depth than those movies.)
      That said, I can't imagine it working out as a show as these games are intentionally inconsistent to keep the player entertained. Plus, bittersweet ending's like Locke's wouldn't really please a viewer as its not a happy ending.

  • @richardlegarda3288
    @richardlegarda3288 4 роки тому +176

    My guy is killing it on this comeback tour of his.

  • @andywhite5284
    @andywhite5284 3 роки тому +18

    I just found this review and it's my introduction to your channel. I loved it. You had me tearing up several times, as I have the same connection to the game as you do. Thank you for doing it justice. I'll be checking out the rest of your channel. You're doing fantastic work.

  • @ProjectblackstudiosTX
    @ProjectblackstudiosTX 3 роки тому +9

    Hey! You uploaded a new review (Bravely Default II)... but fuck that, I want to watch THIS video again. UA-cam Comments may no longer affect you after all of this time, but you should know... I'm age 37. This video captures the experience of being a young man in the 1990s and being blown away on all levels by this game as chapter after chapter peel away towards the rushing conclusion. Anyway, I'm eating a sandwich at work right now... watching this on my $1600 gaming laptop. I can't imagine where I'll be or what I'll be doing once or twice a year between now and the day I die... because, hey - @ProJared you made a video I will watch until the day I die. Congratulations!

  • @shiori4671
    @shiori4671 4 роки тому +79

    _Just before her debut, Locke enters the dressing room to check on Celes._
    _Stunned by her transformation to a stage star, Locke begins to see Celes in a new light_
    Locke: AyE yAi Yai! izZat yoU?! 🥴

    • @lustrouslamb3999
      @lustrouslamb3999 4 роки тому +1

      Classic Locke

    • @Morgil27
      @Morgil27 4 роки тому +6

      This is a pristine example of how Jared was wrong about the GBA transition being worse than the SNES. I can't stand that kind of goofy crap when the GBA and original Japanese version were far more subtle.

    • @TheMaestro116
      @TheMaestro116 4 роки тому +2

      @lustrous lamb
      Classic Ted Woolsey

    • @RedSupernova64
      @RedSupernova64 4 роки тому +1

      @@Morgil27 I think he's just more used to the SNES translation that the GBA script still feels foreign to him. I feel both scripts including the original Japanese script should all be compared to see which version handled each line better.

    • @NucleaRaptor
      @NucleaRaptor 4 роки тому +1

      @@Morgil27
      idk mang, that one line aside (which is whatever, Locke is supposed to be flustered and spilling his spaghetti a bit) one look at 22:14 compared to 39:27, and it really comes across like the GBA version is literally spelling everything out, just in case the dumb babies in the audience are feeling lost.

  • @31277b
    @31277b 4 роки тому +857

    I feel like after everything, Jareds putting a lot more emotion/himself into his videos. Its nice.

    • @OpathicaNAE
      @OpathicaNAE 4 роки тому +57

      I feel like ProJared has always been more of a 'character', but after things that've happened, it really just feels like Jared as of late. At least to me.

    • @ThompsonExpress
      @ThompsonExpress 4 роки тому +56

      @@OpathicaNAE he had his character arc.
      I'm happy for him.

    • @dcb1195
      @dcb1195 4 роки тому +14

      I never have watched his videos, but since he's doing one on ffvi I'm giving the video a watch right now. I heard about what happened to him though and I'm very curious if like, his community warmed back up to him or if a lot of people still despise him for what he did? He seems innocent enough

    • @Pikachu19972
      @Pikachu19972 4 роки тому +12

      dcb1195 he is innocent

    • @Vegeta8300
      @Vegeta8300 4 роки тому +50

      @@dcb1195 He basically had the entire internet target him for a witch hunt. All based on a person's heresay. Which pretty much most people took as truth. No one asked for his side of the situation or if he had anything to say. With parts of it all should've been a private relationship issue. Not for thousands of people's opinions. It was a cluster fuck and he was stuck in the bullseye.
      After all of that he eventually came back to the internet. He not only gave his side of the story but proof that cleared his name of all the accusations. I don't doubt there are still people out there who still think he is guilty of something. Thankfully, most have listened to reason. It was quite sad, frustrating, and telling how people reacted to the accusations against him.

  • @pixienyx4306
    @pixienyx4306 Рік тому +3

    Your passion for this game is beautiful Jared… and I don’t think I’m the only one who would genuinely love to see a full in depth analysis of the characters from you. Your feelings, passion, sheer love and, I guess, private feelings that the game related to, make you one of the best people to do this. I really hope you’d consider it, one day.

  • @emanalastas
    @emanalastas 2 роки тому +2

    I've recently received this game's pixel remaster version on steam as a gift from an old special friend.
    He told me how special this game was to him, and that he remembered that I was the reason for him being able to play it due to me letting him borrow my gameboy advance at the time.
    I was touched, and then memories of the good ol' days came flooding back of when we spent our days talking about the games we would play, playing together as a duo or even in a group, and sharing our own stories and experiences with the games that the others haven't played and convincing them to play them to talk even more things about those games. It was the purest form of joy and friendship. It was something that I know that I could never feel again. But having those memories is enough for me to appreciate the life that came after it, and that reason enough will always make me hold on to those memories even more. Then I realized how special those days were because what we are now, was due to those special moments.
    Gaming is our way to appreciate life when we find ourselves having a hard time with it, way back then up until now, and most likely even beyond.
    Thank you Final Fantasy VI. Thank you for giving me something pure that would last me a lifetime.

  • @supermatt477
    @supermatt477 3 роки тому +242

    "But what are heroes without an equally compelling villain?"...
    "RAID: SHADOW LEGENDS"

    • @Kurisu545
      @Kurisu545 3 роки тому +8

      LMAO

    • @Jaybird5558
      @Jaybird5558 3 роки тому +2

      -_-

    • @ZenoDLC
      @ZenoDLC 3 роки тому +13

      @Marcus Mysteriously Just skip dude, guy needs to eat

    • @KnightlySymphony
      @KnightlySymphony 3 роки тому

      Dr. robotnik: NO!

    • @propheinx2250
      @propheinx2250 3 роки тому

      @@ZenoDLC but you can't just skip a R:SL ad. It requires a viewer disclosing the time stamp and multiple other viewers giving it a thumbs up... or trying to figure out the spot it ends yourself which is quite the pain in the ass if you're watching on a smartphone or tablet.

  • @widdowson91
    @widdowson91 4 роки тому +236

    That final scene, where Terra lets her hair run loose in the wind, symbolising her newfound freedom, is quite simply stunning.

    • @GooseGumlizzard
      @GooseGumlizzard 4 роки тому +5

      dude, spoilers

    • @randominternetuser5872
      @randominternetuser5872 4 роки тому +1

      @@GooseGumlizzard I mean, is that really that important?

    • @carltasticdrew9633
      @carltasticdrew9633 4 роки тому +3

      FF6R Disc 1 world of balance
      FF6R Disc 2 world of ruin

    • @youcancallmefunk4745
      @youcancallmefunk4745 4 роки тому

      @@GooseGumlizzard lol

    • @quarreneverett4767
      @quarreneverett4767 4 роки тому +1

      @@GooseGumlizzard its in the video at the end of the video. when he talks about the end. i didn't even know that was the end but knew because of how it looked

  • @knight123x4
    @knight123x4 3 роки тому +5

    As soon as I heard "Best song in the game," I knew the running gag for this episode.

  • @davidminahan4440
    @davidminahan4440 3 місяці тому +2

    When you started playing the music, it took me back. I could smell my moms cooking, I could almost hear her voice. Thank you

  • @ShinyDarkrai2K
    @ShinyDarkrai2K 4 роки тому +95

    "I've been there."
    That...surprised me, and just makes me want to hug you!!!

    • @dnmstarsi
      @dnmstarsi 4 роки тому +4

      I still feel bad and stupid for siding with the crowd and even buying all that was said...

    • @thedrewdog
      @thedrewdog 4 роки тому +4

      @@dnmstarsi I do too. I never meant to lead this man to feel that way. All the joy he brought me, and I turned my damn back and blindly joined the mob. I will never forgive myself for it.

  • @thelegendarybdawgg1302
    @thelegendarybdawgg1302 4 роки тому +451

    ProJared has had one of the greatest redemption arcs in UA-cam history, and I'm glad he put it behind you. Damn near cried watching this video due to your body language and what you saying about FFVI as a whole.

    • @thefracturedbutwhole5475
      @thefracturedbutwhole5475 3 роки тому +71

      It is not really redemption if you didn't do anything wrong, redemption would be getting to this point after actually having done what people said he did.

    • @johnr4836
      @johnr4836 3 роки тому +10

      @Kuma he said he's innocent now

    • @Casperwinde
      @Casperwinde 2 роки тому +3

      What have he done

    • @Brando550
      @Brando550 2 роки тому +14

      @@Casperwinde his ex-gf tried to ruin his name with false accusations of something that i don't remember exactly. Everyone sided with her while he claimed he was innocent. Eventually people found out she had been lying about her claims and now ProJared is able to be back in the spotlight without having to worry about his character being questioned anymore.

    • @metalslugger1800
      @metalslugger1800 2 роки тому +6

      @Jaime Cruz if you don't mind me asking though what has he done that made him not innocent of course he did some dumb things but not something irredeemable

  • @estebantedesco1348
    @estebantedesco1348 2 роки тому +3

    Imagine a Final Fantasy VI remake....

  • @jay692
    @jay692 Рік тому +3

    Holy cow... the second that music hit. Goosebumps. This game defined an era of my childhood. It will always be at the top of my all time list.

  • @jonl13
    @jonl13 4 роки тому +62

    I love that the Opera Scene heavily foreshadows Celes’ jump from the cliff.

  • @sophiawidzowski1757
    @sophiawidzowski1757 4 роки тому +294

    This video was so poignant, intimate, and emotional. I haven’t ever played a Final Fantasy game, but have always wanted to. After seeing this, I’m going to find a way to finally start playing the series, starting with this one. Thanks, Jared for such an amazing video

    • @RealKipper1324
      @RealKipper1324 4 роки тому +15

      You will NOT be dissapointed.

    • @likaspokas5481
      @likaspokas5481 4 роки тому

      Castlevania GBA and NDS games are better tho

    • @sarafontanini7051
      @sarafontanini7051 4 роки тому +3

      I uhhh once had an SNES emulator that had this game on it called Zsnes or something
      don't tell anyone I said that though

    • @MrRavemaster321
      @MrRavemaster321 4 роки тому +7

      well said.. FF6 is the best game in the series

    • @MrLegendaryHeroX
      @MrLegendaryHeroX 4 роки тому +2

      the classic playstation 1-2 games are all on sale on switch. Got my copy of 9 10 12, missed out on beating them growing up. Finally have the chance to play it again.

  • @CMUrecyclemania2008
    @CMUrecyclemania2008 3 роки тому +5

    ProJared, I've been watching your Final Fantasy series in order, both out of interest, nostalgia, and what I can learn as an aspiring game designer... and while they've all been good, this was both deeply personal, emotional, powerful, and a very welcome trip down memory lane. Such as pleasure to hear you talk very vulnerably and openly about a game you so, so obviously love. Thank you, and keep up the awesome work!

  • @aavillagomez
    @aavillagomez 2 роки тому +7

    Fantastic review, Jared. I played FFVI for the first time this year, and I'm very glad I did. Thanks for putting the time into these Final Fantasy videos. I've only played a few of them, but watching your videos is like experiencing fun encyclopedia deep dives into each game.

  • @mslovelycraft
    @mslovelycraft 4 роки тому +65

    A year ago, this particularly was one of the videos I was scared I'd never see. I'm so glad that it's here and, more importantly, that you're here. Thank you Jared.

    • @horaciohinojosa5739
      @horaciohinojosa5739 4 роки тому +2

      Yeah I didn't know if this would happen either but it's great it did

  • @justinstewart9291
    @justinstewart9291 4 роки тому +440

    When ProJared said "I've been there" in relation to Celeste's suicide attempt, that hit me.

    • @dumdumchord
      @dumdumchord 4 роки тому +9

      What variation of the game is her name Celeste?

    • @domino6490
      @domino6490 4 роки тому +36

      The whole video does have that underlying tone now that you mention it

    • @anonymousotter6455
      @anonymousotter6455 4 роки тому +5

      :(

    • @lolapaterson7863
      @lolapaterson7863 4 роки тому +7

      Dude, same here. I related, lightly tear'd up, then had to compose myself again quickly.

    • @MageAtYou
      @MageAtYou 4 роки тому +4

      @@dumdumchord Her name is Celeste, that's it.

  • @akeyrtainment8507
    @akeyrtainment8507 Рік тому +6

    One of the most emotional video game I've ever came across. Words cannot describe how I adore this game, just got my hands of this game few weeks ago, and really grew in me as I progressed through. IMO a must play for every RPG lovers.

  • @CherryBomb_Games
    @CherryBomb_Games 3 роки тому +4

    My game is StarFox64. The memories I have of my dad playing will forever be special to me.

  • @NintendoCapriSun
    @NintendoCapriSun 4 роки тому +1100

    I really wanted to make it to the premiere of this, but got so into my Animal Crossing session that it slipped my mind. Man I hate when that happens. Absolutely incredible review though, mega props, well done!

    • @XSniper74184
      @XSniper74184 3 роки тому +21

      I know you'll probably never see this but, man, everywhere I see you in a comment section you're just an absolute ray of sunshine. Keep it up, we all need that positivity.

    • @justwantingtomakepeoplesmile
      @justwantingtomakepeoplesmile 3 роки тому +11

      Yeah Tim he really did well in this review

    • @OmniOtaku
      @OmniOtaku 2 роки тому +5

      NCS u are such a video game UA-cam og. Still love watching ur stuff!

  • @coolbrotherf127
    @coolbrotherf127 4 роки тому +408

    I would argue that not every character needs a big backstory and character development. Just like in life, some people never change even during events that cause some people to change a lot.

    • @sylvierose2799
      @sylvierose2799 4 роки тому +19

      But major plot characters DO need

    • @luigi369
      @luigi369 4 роки тому +22

      I get where you’re coming from, but characters that get less development in the story, it feels like something WAS there. Strago for instance felt like something is missing from his story, probably because he was put in later in the WoB section.

    • @DanneoYT
      @DanneoYT 4 роки тому +7

      Everyone's changes... To change is to grow

    • @ultimateblong
      @ultimateblong 4 роки тому +24

      I especially really liked that Shadow has little to no backstory. Just like the way a Ninja speaks only when necessary, his mostly mysterious past pairs very well with that.

    • @olserknam
      @olserknam 4 роки тому +7

      Edgar still could've used some depth and a vulnerable side to him though.

  • @gyromurphy
    @gyromurphy 2 роки тому +5

    I havent played this game since I was 11 in the mid 90s. I got the Android version and played it through. It absolutely holds up. I even got goosebump when hearing the castle theme. This game has got to be one of the best ever....right behind Zelda.

  • @Onering80
    @Onering80 Рік тому +17

    I always liked how the goddess statues were introduced, even though it was late in the third act of the world of balance. I felt that it fit considering that magic had been absent from the world for 1k years. It made sense how a group of people who are charged with keeping the secret kept the secret.

  • @Mariorox1956
    @Mariorox1956 4 роки тому +451

    "So Jared, what's the best song from the FFVI soundtrack?"
    Jared: *"Yes"*
    But really, this was an excellent review. It's obvious this game is very special to you, yet you can still acknowledge its flaws. As someone who hasn't played any FF games _[pause for shocked gasps],_ watching your analysis of each game have really made me interested in the world they have created. The tone for this review was very fitting to the tones of this game, I noticed: Serious with moments of levity and humor, and not afraid to tackle the heavy stuff. You've come a long way, Jared. Not to get all mushy, but you really are appreciated. Thank you for your content, and just being a cool dude in general. Until the next video, see ya next time.

    • @lazeroussdomain5862
      @lazeroussdomain5862 4 роки тому

      Also, the best song is Dancing Mad. Not just the game, but out of all Final Fantasy games. I would say that Corridors of Time from Chrono Trigger is a better song for me personally, but that is largely due to it's personal significance

    • @crusixangel9513
      @crusixangel9513 4 роки тому

      Will you be covering the ff7 remake when it drops?

  • @Zenmasterslim
    @Zenmasterslim 4 роки тому +1067

    "I've been there." uttered by Jared just.. Hurts a bit..
    Sorry dude, I really am.. I hope things get better.
    Don't pull a Celes, we'd miss you.

  • @retsz
    @retsz 3 роки тому +7

    I had almost the exact same story with this game. It wasn't the first jrpg I played, or even the first final fantasy, but it was the one that got me into the genre. Rented it like 8 times before I convinced my parents to buy it, and it's still my all time favorite. It even some how made the older ones better for me.

  • @hentaro7845
    @hentaro7845 2 роки тому +5

    I really hope you touch 1 million subs by December this year. This review was amazing man and I remember playing this game as a kid, now I feel like playing it again

  • @femcelfootjob
    @femcelfootjob 3 роки тому +123

    Celes was my comfort character for the longest time

  • @m.muradbasic4186
    @m.muradbasic4186 4 роки тому +348

    Imagine Jared starting a video with: „Hey, hey People, Jared here“

    • @kelnhide
      @kelnhide 4 роки тому +34

      eyyy, a Sseth fan

    • @generictimestamperstupendi9021
      @generictimestamperstupendi9021 4 роки тому +1

      @@kelnhide for some reason i thought that twas a cosby refernce

    • @permavirgin3595
      @permavirgin3595 4 роки тому +8

      ProJared might be based but I don't know if he's that redpilled.

    • @thejetparadox
      @thejetparadox 4 роки тому

      or sup ma n........ its ya boi Pro to the Jared! I wouldn't mind if he did that lmao.

    • @aubadeknight5649
      @aubadeknight5649 4 роки тому +1

      Trying my best to avoid the easiest joke

  • @CalebByRamen
    @CalebByRamen 3 роки тому +7

    This not having over a million views saddens me.

  • @Widderic
    @Widderic 2 роки тому +5

    A great deal of my friends will never know just how much a video game and challenge your way of thinking, how it can affect you long term, and how engaging and immersive it can be. You gave me chills throughout. SUBBED!

  • @halestorm_01
    @halestorm_01 4 роки тому +148

    Jared, you have become in icon to the world. You've been through hell and back many times and you came out stronger each time. This video in my opinion is more than just the next iteration in your Final Fantasy reviews. I'll never forget your face after the debut. This is the video you are known for now. Be proud of it just like everyone here is. Thank you for all you do man.

    • @lordartoriuscollbrande7434
      @lordartoriuscollbrande7434 4 роки тому

      Tyler Hale Next thing you know he has The Corona Virus. I actually ask what he might suffer tremendously from next. This guy really needs a warm hug. I feel bad for him.

  • @TheNuts1225
    @TheNuts1225 4 роки тому +299

    "This game was made a year after Final Fantasy 5, which blows my mind!"
    8 minutes later:
    "This game is buggy as shit!"

    • @dustin202
      @dustin202 4 роки тому +5

      Correct

    • @ShadowDragoon004
      @ShadowDragoon004 3 роки тому +30

      I mean, they still must have worked their asses off to get as much into there as they did in that year, buggy or not.

    • @kayinakachi8795
      @kayinakachi8795 3 роки тому

      @@ShadowDragoon004 p

    • @knghtbrd
      @knghtbrd 3 роки тому +3

      Yup. But consider and compare to today where FF games take forever to make … and almost none of that is code time. This game took a year. It could've used another four weeks to work out the bugs in the code, but the story was done, the art was done, the music … all of it was done.

  • @YugiSyta
    @YugiSyta 3 роки тому +2

    Nearly a year removed to watch this video again. I love watching people loving video games. Jared's passion comes through in this video so much, possibly my favorite video from him.

  • @jamesfoster6105
    @jamesfoster6105 3 роки тому +2

    Wow just came across this. My brother bought me this game for Christmas 1994. On November 14 , 1 week after I turned 18. I had a horrific car accident that left me immobile for about a year. This game helped me get through all the physical therapy until I could finally walk again. One of the best games in the franchise.

  • @raginbutnotalways
    @raginbutnotalways 4 роки тому +55

    You will probably never read this but thank you Jared. I could feel the emotions behind every word you said and a lot of memory came back in my head from my childhood playing FF6. It made me admire it more than i ever did. The wait was well worth it. Thank you for being you. I needed this more than i thought i would.

  • @AirahsELL
    @AirahsELL 4 роки тому +117

    "I'm Jared Knabenbauer, and this is the best song in Final Fantasy VI."

  • @LBoomsky
    @LBoomsky 2 роки тому +3

    7:43 Relm is the strongest character she is so powerful she can brick your save file!

  • @Jynx316
    @Jynx316 2 роки тому +3

    I just want to point out that the Invis/Magic isn’t a glitch, as they explain that to you in the game. It’s to make Invis not broken. Yes, you get complete evasion to physical attacks… but you also get hit by all magic.

    • @badmaninc.536
      @badmaninc.536 2 роки тому

      Right up to the point that they eliminated the 2 spell doom combo in the GBA and subsequent releases.

  • @Beaves460
    @Beaves460 4 роки тому +105

    "Picks up copy of FF6"
    Me: "Is this loss?"

    • @alessandrobozzi7085
      @alessandrobozzi7085 4 роки тому

      And then PJ says FF6's theme is loss. So there.

    • @shadowjinkus1070
      @shadowjinkus1070 4 роки тому

      N o

    • @kejiri3593
      @kejiri3593 4 роки тому

      I dont really agree with the idea that FF6 is about loss. Its basically about some crazy clawni going nuts basically. SPOILER I think FF7 did that part better. A person dies "Whether you liked that person or not doesnt matter" point is everyone has a different reaction to it. And that part feels very real and believable. But i in general think FF6 is the bottom FF game in my view. But everyone has a different opinion which is fine though!

    • @mariopikaman1
      @mariopikaman1 4 роки тому +1

      I II II I_

    • @kevintrjohnson
      @kevintrjohnson 4 роки тому +3

      @@kejiri3593 The game is about loss because it's a recurring theme. It's kind of hard to argue against that. All except a couple of characters are struggling with some form of it, not only the loss of a loved one through death but of control over one's body/destiny, familial separation (spoilers: Relm is Shadow's daughter, and Gau's father is, if I remember right, the crazy old man), the loss of one's sanity or moral compass, and one's own will to live. Failure, such as the failure to prevent Kefka from destroying the world, is another form of loss, as is feelings of loss and survival guilt after a genocidal event. A number of sci-fi books and movies have explored the unique pain and despair of surviving a nuclear holocaust or an analog to one, and I see FFVI as following in the footsteps of such works, though it's certainly no Quiet Earth or Road Warrior.

  • @federicopalacios7439
    @federicopalacios7439 4 роки тому +128

    That's why my final rating for Terra, is a best girl out of 10.

    • @matabishippuden6965
      @matabishippuden6965 4 роки тому +9

      Woah there Sabin is way bustier.

    • @NJ-zf1fe
      @NJ-zf1fe 4 роки тому +16

      *Celes

    • @federicopalacios7439
      @federicopalacios7439 4 роки тому +18

      I like Celes a lot, but to me she just a safe choice. She's brave, fiery and badass, with a soft side. Terra in contrast is a huge bag of flaws, which is something very unique for a main character (in a serious setting). She is carried through half of the story until she finds a great answer to Kefka's nihilism, telling him that life is worth living because of the little joys in it, that is how life is, it doesn't need a grand reason or a point, and that is such a real answer. Besides, Terra becomes the foster mom of an entire village and from that point she goes from a reserved/afraid girl to a sweet, confident pacifist. Like Jared said, you choose your answer out of the main cast, Terra's arc touched me the most on a personal level, and that's why for me, she will always be best girl.

    • @evillecaston
      @evillecaston 4 роки тому +2

      Best in the game? Absolutely. But in the entire series? I dunno, if you include off-series games, I must disagree.

    • @shadestrider1033
      @shadestrider1033 4 роки тому +4

      Terra is basically the true Female Cloud. She’s best girl.

  • @gart4575
    @gart4575 Рік тому +2

    I remember exploring Roms trying to pirate ff7. I was stupid and didn’t know it was on PlayStation, so I was searching Super Nintendo emulators. I found this game and decided to check it out. I was so immediately gripped that when my rom save file got deleted twice I still earnestly searched for it so I could restart it on a reliable I finally completed it After 2 years I was finally able to complete it. I found it accidentally and this is without a doubt my favorite game ever made. I’ll never forget it.

  • @girth_hirtzberger8541
    @girth_hirtzberger8541 3 роки тому +1

    There was one moment where the new translation in the GBA port helped the story a bit. When Celes wakes up on the empty island with Cid, he tells her there were other people on the island with them, but they jumped off the cliff in despair. The SNES version had Cid explain what happened to the others as though they jumped off the cliff to feel better, adding that it "Perked them right up!"

    • @drunkendelver1966
      @drunkendelver1966 8 місяців тому

      Wait, are you serious? That might just be the most bizarre, narratively tonedeaf thing ever written.

    • @girth_hirtzberger8541
      @girth_hirtzberger8541 8 місяців тому

      @@drunkendelver1966 Seriously. I was twelve when I played that part and remembered thinking, "But where are they all now?" He said it like the cliff's height wasn't high enough to kill them.

  • @killeing
    @killeing 4 роки тому +308

    "Who's turn is it?"
    "Who cares, rush him!"
    *start beating the crap out of Ultros at the same time*
    "Ow! AH! Hey! Disqualified! You're all disqualified!"

  • @MattAkiyama1
    @MattAkiyama1 4 роки тому +283

    How many times did he say "Best song in the game". The music is that good

    • @justinsixdee30
      @justinsixdee30 4 роки тому +6

      Matthew Berrios you could make it into a drinking game how times he says that phrase

    • @pmurtnidalaP
      @pmurtnidalaP 4 роки тому +4

      I counted 9 lmao. I'm sure I missed one though.

    • @roninshogun4eva
      @roninshogun4eva 4 роки тому +4

      Not enough.

    • @chaosmiles07
      @chaosmiles07 4 роки тому +4

      If you watch the stream archives of him playing this game, the number goes up significantly!

    • @ramonxr2623
      @ramonxr2623 4 роки тому +4

      No one can't blame him, Nobuo Uematsu really snapped on this game

  • @godessesque
    @godessesque Рік тому +5

    FFVI was the first game to make me feel something too. This felt more like a love letter that took the words out of my mouth and thank you for it

  • @sonickchri
    @sonickchri 2 роки тому +13

    "XXX is the best song in the game."
    "YYY is the best song in the game."
    "ZZZ is the best song in the game."
    Thanks for doing this insightful video. I like what they tried with there being no true main character. I love this game a lot.

  • @LuxTheori
    @LuxTheori 4 роки тому +59

    Dude that "I've been there" line. I've never felt the urge to give someone a hug as strong as when I heard that! Love you man, keep bein' you and doin' what you do best!

  • @alessandrobozzi7085
    @alessandrobozzi7085 4 роки тому +253

    29:17
    "I've been there."
    There, here's what all those "clowning on Jared" comments lead to. Here's what _cancel culture_ leads to.
    Here's why I'm so happy to see cancel culture didn't work. Here's to Jared. Cheers, man.

    • @scoutisabelle
      @scoutisabelle 4 роки тому +9

      Alessandro Bozzi He wasn't referring to that.

    • @alessandrobozzi7085
      @alessandrobozzi7085 4 роки тому +46

      Point is, ProJared still made one hell of a comeback. Of course my mind went there.

    • @sarafontanini7051
      @sarafontanini7051 4 роки тому +24

      cancel culture possibly lead to the premature end of Twelve Forever, a show I was enjoying immensely, and thus I will hate the people who promote Cancel Culture forever and never forgive or forget

    • @jumpfold
      @jumpfold 4 роки тому +4

      For real need to keep the women away from your channel they always gotta ruin your good time

    • @DK-zl5gb
      @DK-zl5gb 4 роки тому +19

      @@jumpfold ok, incel.

  • @Unwavering_Baka
    @Unwavering_Baka 2 роки тому +4

    1 mil. views, yay!