FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH REVIEW - Happy Console Gamer
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- Опубліковано 24 сер 2024
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth review, is an upcoming action role-playing game developed and published by Square Enix, scheduled to release for the PlayStation 5 on February 29, 2024. It is a sequel to Final Fantasy VII Remake (2020), and the second in a planned trilogy of games remaking the 1997 PlayStation game Final Fantasy VII.
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I’m so, so sorry to hear about your mother, man. I really appreciate how you’ve shared that personal side in this video. Please use this time to step away and spend time with her if need be…we’ll be here when you’re ready again.
So sorry to hear about your mother. I am glad to see you are able to find some joy and some escapism through this tough time.
Sorry to hear about your parents. Lost both of mine to different types of cancer and it's no easy task watching your loved ones finish out the last stage of life in these ways. Thinking of you. Thanks for bringing joy to us viewers and having the courage to share.
my condolences 🤍🕊️
@@TeriyakiDior ❤️
Sorry to hear that. At least you got to be with them and say goodbye when your father is murdered you have no closure especially when the killer is never found.
This was a touching review, man. My late cousin adored the original FF7 and he was so excited for the remake in 2019. He passed a month before the remake was released. I have a brand new copy of the remake in my office and I plan to get an unopened copy of Rebirth as well.
I consider those my cousins copies of these beautiful games.
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us! Best wishes to you and your family.
😢😢Rip to your cousin
@@StillWeRide appreciate it! Thank you!
I would’ve done the same thing!
my gosh that breaks my heart, I wish your cousin could have played them. Your cousin's copies are a real treasure. Best wishes to you.
my condolences 🤍🕊️ i bought both the standard and deluxe edition
This video struck home SO MUCH for me... I lost my dad to cancer too in the same period. But I remember he always saw me playing this game in his last years. He noticed the MUSIC above all else (he was a musician) and for some reason out of all the games he saw me play, he always sat in the couch and watch me play FFVII because he was so intrigued by its music.
And now you're focusing just as well on the music, it really reminded me of this bittersweet period where this game gave me comfort and got me through it in a way.
I really wish the best for your mom and you and Kim... We'll hear from you when you got the time. Until then take all the time you need to process this.
Take care
why some comments just end now and you can't read the rest? like this one.
i lost my grandpa a few months ago to cancer.. i recently had cancer myself.. it’s a scary thing… my condolences to your dad 🤍
I'm in similar position. My dad is still around but my mom has stage 4 cancer. Breast cancer that metastasized to the liver. Treatment was working but now has multiple tumors growing fast and i fear this is my last year with the best person i know. Art can both give the feeling that it empathizes the pain and distracts from it. As i get older... i realize how short life is and how we have to show and tell the people we love them as much as possible.
I’ll pray for your Mother and your family. That God sees it to take this from her and allow you all to have many more years together.
I'm so sorry. I will pray for you and your family too ❤
💚💚💚 love to you and your family 🙏
❤❤❤❤❤ I lost my mother the breasts cancer. I'll pray for you.
cesium mega dose has been shown to cure cancer its highly alkaline but is not assimilated by body....look into it as this treatment should be by the patient on their own.... most doctors would not prescribe.... has no known negative side effects.... cancer has been cured many times with this....prayer and fasting....
Brother, my step-dad has stage iv cancer now, and it has been very hard on me and my family. I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Truly. ❤
Hey man. I myself have Stage IV lung cancer. I will keep your stepfather in my prayers.
@@landusrigsby3776 Thank you. I just got back from helping him with physical therapy. He got weak after taking the medicine that was supposed to help his bones, giving him low calcium. We have been in and out of the hospital. He is now doing much better and gaining his strength back. I will pray for you as well.
My wife just beat cancer. Making me cry, dude. That's rough man, I'm sorry.
Final Fantasy 7 is a game about loss, and how our characters deal with that loss. Despite being defeated and bested at nearly every point in the game, the ones that live persist until they preserver.
I don’t think it’s any coincidence that all these years later you get to revisit these characters again. They serve as a great reminder that no matter what we lose, there will always be something worth fighting for.
There no more "loss" here anymore tho LOL.
Every character just got out of the tragidy because Aerith just happen to know the future. Mehhhhhh.
This is Nomura delusion now.
Yes, the original is about that. Remake is about multiple timelines where loss doesn't matter. Lose someone? Don't worry, they are alive in another timeline. Does anything matter in that kind of storyline?
@@Olafurh21 you clearly don't understand what is happening in Remake, it's not a different timeline, it's a loop of the original one that's been tempered with.
What are you talking about? There is no tampering with a timeline unless you create another one. Regardless... my point is that death or anything isn't a big deal if you can take it back with timeline shenanigans.@@arfanik9827
What are you talking about? There is no tampering with a timeline without creating another one. Regardless... my point is that death isn't a big deal if you can take it back with timeline shenanigans@@arfanik9827
Man this review was so touching. First, I am so sorry to hear about your mother so my heart goes out to you, your mom, and your family. Secondly, you are probably the only reviewer that can make such a perfect review in a little over 10 minutes while able to touch on deep themes within the game such as loss. Take care and keep your head up.
I lost my mom in 2007. My estranged dad last year. I’m 36 now. Sucks man. Thanks for all that you do. Life is beautiful and these games are an art form that changed us forever. I am grateful for that.
Condolences regarding your mom’s diagnosis. Sending love and hugs. ❤
Incredible. Myself I’m 45 and the game came out when I was around 18( September ‘97) and the impact of that game goes far deeper than gaming. Thank you for sharing your story brother. It resonates with me with my own memories around the time that first game came out. The music alone is like comfort food and there are plenty fans that don’t even play the game and have been impacted by this franchise. I’ll keep your mother in my prayers man. Keep doing what yo do ✊🏾
It's great to see the outpour of support in these comments. Sending positive energy your way, Johnny. No one deserves what you have been through, but your strength is truly an inspiration to all of us. ❤
Wow. That was the most raw and vulnerable video game review I’ve ever watched. I’ve followed your channel for years - you and your wife always bring the cheers, fun, and escapism to me with every video I watch. I hope you and your mom are able to find peace and comfort in the months to come. Thank you for sharing what FF7 truly means to you and for what you post with every video.
I don't comment much on here. I'm not even a Final Fantasy fan. Never played one. I always watch your uploads, even on titles that doesn't align with my tastes, because of how passionate you are about gaming. I'm working, and have this on in the background, then hear your news about your mom. I immediately stopped working to hear your comments. Life always comes full circle, and sometimes, not in the ways you want it to. It's a blessing and a curse that your passion ties to these memories of both your mother, and father. But your passion will always be there for you when you're ready for it again. I am so sorry to hear about your mom.
I know how you feel, Johnny. I few years back, my mom entered hospice care and I was playing Assassin’s Creed Origins at the time as an escape when everything was feeling overwhelming. A few months later, when she passed away, I was playing Bloodstained. I really feel both games kept me sane in those impossible moments. But I could never go back and replay them now. Not because they’re not worth replaying, they absolutely are, but because they put me right in the mindset I was in-drowning in grief. Games are such an amazing medium. They evoke a wide range of emotions in us and can help us cope with some really heavy issues. Truly wondrous.
Thank you for sharing
I have the same experience. A game called Rune Factory 4 helped. It is a memorable game where even the smallest actions of the player can make you feel growth, enjoy communication with people, and overcome the worst situations.
Aww Johnny man, I didn't expect that when I started watching! I've watched your channel for ten years! I'm sorry to hear this brother, max respect and love from North East England!
Its wonderful that we never have to worry about Spoilers with Johnny, We know we're safe with his videos and that he wants us to experience these games ourselves.
Much appreciated man, no other Reviews are Necessary imo.
So many Reviews for Rebirth released today but I knew I wanted to watch yours first and it did not disappoint. Thank you for sharing how great the game is, the connection it has to you as I can relate, and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. Thank you for all that you do!
I’m so sorry to hear about your mother. I lost my father to cancer and just was diagnosed two years ago myself (I’m in complete remission). Sending you good vibes and comfort for your mother and you as well. Thanks for your positive videos. I use to watch them while I was doing chemo treatments, and brought me a lot of calming energy
Johnny,
I’m so sorry to hear this. Hugs to you man. I feel like I know you personally and this news hits me. I shed a tear for you and your family. Power and love my friend. You mean a lot to so many.
Sorry to hear about your mother Johnny, your words about your father as well resonated with me, I lost my Dad to cancer, in the space of 2 months he was diagnosed and then gone.
I'm thankful I have family, movies and video games to lose myself in during the bad times just like you said about. .
Your videos have absolutely been a part of that as well.
Your enthusiasm for the games you talk about got me into Ys, Final Fantasy, Ninja Warriors and many more so thank you for all you do.
Thank you for sharing your story. I have a similar relationship with playing Octopath Traveler in the months following my mom's passing from cancer. It was a wonderful escape when I needed it the most. And that soundtrack- well you know, you play it in your videos all the time. Cherish the time you still have with your mom. We can wait for new videos.
THIS is why we love your channel so much. Not only are u a good guy but your passion for this, the reflection on the power of games in our childhood, the memories.... it makes us happy. Love the enthusiasm and your excitement you bring to these reviews. This one especially brought back great memories... and I really appreciate it.
So sorry to hear about that Johnny, will be praying for you and your family through this time. ❤ I'm so glad we have art that connects with us like this, at times we need it most. Thank you for sharing about that with us. Much love
My dad lost control of his body and has dementia, not many months to live, so I feel you. This game gives me something else to focus on. Great review Johnny, this was 11 minutes of me enjoying you talk about a game I really love.
So sorry about your mother. Others have said most I meant to but still wanted to thank you for sharing not just your videos but your feelings and essentially your life with us over the years, that takes a lot of courage.
This is one of those moments when I am truly glad that UA-cam gives not just you a platform to share your videos but us too to support you even if it is just a few kind words in a comment.
8:53 sections, like this are why I watch your channel. I love the reality that you bring to these games into these stories. You can tell that these stories have an impact on the life of a gamer. Thank you for bringing that to light.
Sat here with tears dripping down my face, respect for you for keeping it together! Beautifully put. Thoughts out to you, I’ll think of you when I finally get to play this.
I'm really sorry about your mother.. I can't even imagine what it feels like to go through any of that. I really wish you the best and all of the strength when going through these moments. Much love man.
Sending love from Liverpool UK
I'm sorry to hear about your Mum. This is a very powerful review full of emotion and you always capture perfectly how old games remind us of different times in all our lives and the emotional connection us older gamers have with them. Best FFVII review I've seen!
They're sequels disguised as a Remake.
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom and your Dad. My wife is a cancer survivor and it is a very difficult time. My heart goes out to you, your family and your Mom. Games got me through some tuff times and it moves my heart to see your passion for games and you sharing this part of your life with others.
Sorry to hear about your mom and wishing her much love and comfort. Thank you for the game review. Excited to play it soon. FF7 also means a lot to me and I had many fond memories playing it. Keep up the excellent video content.
So sorry to hear about your mom Johnny. I started watching your channel back in 2020 when I was also diagnosed with cancer. Your videos brought me comfort every week and helped me to keep my mind off things and fight through. My heart goes out to you and your family during this time
I got choked up watching this …so sorry to hear about your mother . Thank you for sharing with us!
They butchered Aerith’s Death her death in the OG was more sad and impactful
I’m so sorry to hear about this, Johnny. I’m a longtime subscriber and have seen your lovely mom on videos multiple times. My heart goes out to you and your family. Take as much time as you need, I’ll certainly be here when you come back.
Great review. Sorry to hear about your mother. I lost mine last year while playing Remake. I feel bad for people who don't understand how much a game like this can dictate your outlook on life. There are a few pieces of different media that I can say that about. I played the original FF7 when I was 15-16 and I can honestly say no other game has affected me they way it did. I still tear up when I hear Aerith's theme. All the music is hauntily beautiful. If I could erase my memories of all the great JRPG's I've enjoyed and play them for the 1st time again, I would. I'm very grateful for these remakes as it's letting me experience them again without knowing what will happen exactly.
Horrendous game. Combat is the worst it's ever been. Enemies have super armor and can stunlock the player way too easily, and all enemies have broken tracking hitboxes on all their attacks. The lock on doesn't work properly. This is the worst combat i have ever seen in a game. Square Enix somehow made it worst than the first and that was awful too.
Johnny, thank you so much for sharing those personal connections--both with your dad and your mom. It's beautiful to hear how important the game is but I'm so sorry especially for the new challenge. Please know of my prayers for you and the family right now.
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. From what you've shared about her on your channel, she sounds like an amazing person. I lost my mother last year, and video games have really really helped me through that loss. So I really connected with everything you shared at the end of your review. Can't wait to play Rebirth, stay strong
Sorry to hear the bad news, my love to you and all the family, thank you for all the heart and energy you put into your videos it has keep my love of gaming alive and makes me feel part of a community!
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. I lost my mom last year. FF7 (and the whole series) has also been a constant in my life and this really hit me and resonated so much. Thank you for everything you do and the grace and love with which you do it, I've been a fan for a while now. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Truly sorry to hear about your parents. I lost both of my parents and I’m not even 40. Glad you have an outlet to help get through this difficult time 😔
Such an honest and sad depiction of your gaming life and the realities of what we all have to deal with as we go through life. I am very sorry to hear about your mother. I hope your get to spend as much time with her in the final moments so that you don't have the sadness indefinitely. ❤
My dad died last Summer, and i was lost for months. My son (4 yo) would ask me why his paw paw dosnt call him anymore and it would rip me up when i had to explain to him what death is. I felt your pain. I really did/do.
Much love to you in this tough time, brother. Stay strong. Thank you for your sharing (both gaming and difficult family news).
My heart goes out to you brother. Im happy to share this special feeling I have towards this game with you. It shaped my entire life. Growing up in an extremely abusive household it and being locked away it interested me so much because of the character development. To be honest it planted the seed of hope that I could be something great one day just like Cloud. I hope you know that you are not alone, you have all of us here, and we all share the same fire and passion this game has given us. Thank you for being vulnerable and even with everything going on finding time to still make content for us.
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom Johnny. You are one of the best parts of the gaming community and my heart goes out to you and your family. Thank you for another great review video and for continuining to make positive content during what I am sure is a difficult part of your life.
Thanks a lot for your genuine review and for sharing your story, Johnny. I send you lots of strength to push trough these challenging times. Much love from Germany
I never comment on UA-cam. What FF7 means to you is amazing, how it bookends 27 years of your life. Sad, tragic, but also deeply meaningful. Sending the best vibes your way, man.
I definitely understand how you feel. My mother passed away in 2016 from cancer. My mom and I always used to play video games together, and I’ve got quite a few games that line up with her passing in a special way. Much love to you man.
Yo, real talk. January 1997, my father was killed. I'm from Queens, NY, the streets were an extreme mess and the Midgar slums reminded me of where I came from. After my father's death, we moved to the countryside of Pennsylvania to move from all the darkness, eventually traveling all throughout the USA feeling like I need the world theme lol. Cloud going through his charismatic drama, someone I looked up to eventually became someone I had no love for, and all this was in the mix of me being an artist and a visual thinker. I been playing FF since 1992, and I was there early for FFVII in late 97-98 as well. It made the same impact to my life with my relativity with the story, traveling and seeing new places, being who I am, not being controlled by ppl I felt were good role models but were mentally toxic. I grew up using Final Fantasy VII experiences as many examples to life conversations. What you gone through made me run to the comments to vent(tho you may never see this little comment), and I hope I get that feeling when my Collector's Edition copy shows up(I'm doing digital as well so I'm on time playing on release day)...
Johnny I am so sorry to hear that your mom has terminal cancer. I lost my mom to terminal cancer four years ago. Your channel was a constant source of comfort for me after my mom passed. I’ve been following your channel for over 10 years and it continues to be a source of joy and comfort for me. I wish you and your family much love and support during this difficult time. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
I just lost my dad a few months ago to cancer. Hearing about your mom got me choked up. Super sorry to hear about her situation.
Spend as much time as possible with her. My father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and sadly passed within a week. It happened about a month ago. I saw him everyday and it was very difficult for me. It’s almost surreal to me still. He was 80 so I did get a good 48 years with him.
This is more than a game for me, i'm 45 now, and when i played the ps1 original when it came out all those long years ago my Father sat next to me and watched me play this game from beginning to end, it was the only game he enjoyed watching me play until I finished it, he passed away shortly after, so when I played the VII remake 4 years ago it hit me hard with tears running down my face, the melodies, the music, the characters, it felt like I had gone back in time and I felt like his spirit was by my side watching me play once again, this game is very special for me, I had no idea that it was also for a lot of people! Stay strong Johnny, cherish every moment with her!
My grandfather bought me Final Fantasy 7 when it was a greatest hit on ps1 25ish years ago, and he passed away last September, so im right there with you. Appreciate your story and spend every minute u can with your mother.
At 45 I feel like I’m 10 years old waiting for my collectors edition to arrive this week. You are correct that this game blends death in life and so many fantastic ways. In 1997 I had just come off a year of 13 funerals. Started with my mom‘s mom, my great uncle, my dad‘s mom, two months later a series of family friends, and the last one was my friend who ended himself during Christmas break of our senior year. on the positive, I had been working hard at a karate studio and pouring myself into training and teaching kids. My first big purchase was Final Fantasy seven and the PS1. The game story really helped a lot for me, and fast forward to now I have a friend who is a voice actor in the game so there’s even more life for me in this remake project, plus all the nostalgia of everything that happened to me at that time. I pray for your mom. I hope you get many more times to say hello and make memories. I don’t know you that well but love you dude.
I’m very sorry to hear about your mom. It’s very hard to deal with any family relative battling an illness but it’s even harder to come out in public and share a personal matter with the viewers.
I remember when my grandmother was very ill in November of 2017 I spent the entire month until the first week of December just attending to her 24/7. It was at the point I wasn’t able to sleep or eat and people noticed I looked completely depleted and worn out.
I was disconnected with the world because of everything that was happening. On top of all that I had to take the reins and I decided to take the step in arranging my grandmother’s funeral… why? Because I didn’t make to make any arrangements at the last minute when I know I’m not gonna have the strength to think about anything whatsoever. In the mist of all the chaos I had to do it because no one else was thinking about it.
When my grandmother got worst she was rushed to the hospital and in 4 days we got the call she passed away. I had made all the arrangements ahead of time all I had to do was go to the hospital at 9pm sign the papers that I was retrieving her body and I called up the morgue so they could take her body away.
The following morning was her ceremony and the burial. When I came home with my fam we were all just numb and I remember coming back home to play FF7 OG remaster port for PS4.
It was like my therapy to cope with everything that was happening because I didn’t have anyone to talk to nor did anybody reach out. So playing the game helped me a lot and it was my therapy. So yes different emotions come to mind when I play it.
From someone who has experienced it first hand my advice is:
Take all the time you need to heal.
Spend as much time as you can with your mother.
Never blame yourself because it’s not your fault. I know in her eyes you were a great son any mother could ask for and that’s what matters the most.
Be strong Johnny and I know Kim will be always be supportive. You are lucky to have a wife by your side because some of us go through this nightmare alone such as I have and it changed me in so many ways.
Sending you lots of support. ❤
Thank you so so much for sharing your personal story. My father passed away 3 months ago of cancer, and I just decided to finally buy a PS5 and I’m just into Final Fantasy VII Remake and Rebirth.
(I played the original one 27 years ago too)
Sorry to hear about your mom, Johnny. This really hit home for me and made me reflect on games that I was playing during significant loss in my life. Wishing you and your family the best.
I can relate to your connection to the game. When ff7 remake came out, my mom got covid, which was the beginning of the pandemic. She was at a nursing home and it was locked down so no one could have visitors. The remake really helped take my mind off of what was going on. Then she died from covid, and at the time it was difficult to travel anywhere. So I had to stream her funeral. Playing part 1 helped me get through that difficult time.
As for the original, this game also encouraged me to see the world. Joined the navy after high school. Clouds wanting to be a soldier helped gave me some direction. Retired in 2020 just when the remake came out.
My dad passed away from covid just as Remake came out, and there were times the music or moments from the game made me bawl when I don't think they otherwise would have.
Sorry to hear you're going through it all again with your mum.
I don't know you personally and I'm a very new subscriber, literally a few weeks but I know what courage and pain look like belive me. I have a spinal disability and wasn't always this way, I had an awful accident when I was 27 and I'm nearly 42 in two days, sometimes I ask myself why I carry on trying to smile and fight on and the reason I do is because I'm good at pretending to be okay. I felt that pain and courage, and all I can say is as a stranger, we are proud of you buddy, we are listening and we are here. Whether that's a comment or reply, we feel that pain through your words and many of us can relate to for different reasons. Play that game and smile, smile like you've never smiled before. Don't ever be afraid of letting that happy mask slip... We are human under it. Much respect for this video, felt that hard man. 💙
Thank you for opening up about your feelings toward Final Fantasy 7 and your personal connection to its story. I’m truly sorry to hear about your mother, and I can only imagine the depth of emotions you’re experiencing. My thoughts are with you, and I sincerely pray for her health.
I'm really sorry to hear about your mom Johnnie. Games can connect with us and stay forever, specially in these hard times, games kept me company and helped me cope with my mother's passing. They can be magical like that. I wish your family the best and a lot of strength and peace.
Johnny, lost my mom last year to kidney failure. It was sudden and tragic. Still recovering from that void she has left in my family's life, and I completely understand how you feel and I'm sorry you are going through that brother. And after almost a year of struggling through that loss, Rebirth is here and I took a week off of work just to indulge in it because it means so much to me, and much like you, It's coming at a weird turning point in my life, and has oddly become even more important to me. FF7 has shaped so much of me and my personality, it's an incredible psychological and philosophical story with so many layers. I am beyond hyped to continue it again. Thank you for sharing your story, it actually means a lot to know I'm not alone in this feeling. 🙏
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mum and dad. I know this feeling to have memories from a person tied to videogames. In some way it's really sad but on the other hand you always remember the person you loved and so they get immortal.
Man I’m so sorry to hear about your mother. I’m wishing you and your family the best! Try the best you can to stay strong through this awful time because I know it can be very difficult.
I’m sorry to hear about your mother brother. I’m going through the same thing as well. My mother has liver cancer and it has metastasized. I can’t imagine life without my Super Woman. Praying for you and the family brother 🙏🏽
i’m so sorry about your mother. This review felt so personal, and i am so grateful you shared that. Your family is in my prayers. Much love.
Been watching you for a while. My mother passed away just a few years ago rather suddenly. I would spend hours in the early morning talking to her about what had happened in the JRPGs i was playing when i was younger. Something about her eager smile as I talked about each character from Final Fantasy 3/6, Earthbound, Chrono Trigger…I still miss it and I always will.
Sending you tons of love, man. My fellow JRPG lover and compatriot.
All my love, and wishes to you. I know this video was rough. Prayers for your mother and your whole family. I just lost both my parents roughly two years apart... My Dad from Covid in 2021, and my mother, the beginning of December this last year due to extensive brain damage from being in a hypoglycemic coma. My heart is with you. This review means so very much. To everyone else who has experienced tragedy, my heart is with you as well.
I feel you.
My brother and I grew up playing the original FFVII a ton. Three years ago he passed away after losing his personal battle with his demons and took his own life.
I downloaded and fired up Rebirth this morning, and it almost felt like he was sitting on the couch next to me. I felt wish I could geek out on this with him.
I think anything FFVII will always remind me of him.
So sorry to hear about your mom John. Final Fantasy 7 is a special one. As I am playing the original and the newer versions it keeps having a deep impact from being a teenager and all those years later. And in the various stages you've gone through life it keeps on giving something else. I want to say I feel the same about your channel. I can't remember how long I have been following you but for at least 10 years now. Your content is so positive (happyconsolegamer right) but you will not shy away from the tougher themes in life and I can't really describe what it means to me. Thank you John and the best in these times.
I admittedly haven't watched your channel before, but definitely sending positive thoughts your way. I know how much it can suck losing a family member, but I strongly believe we'll be reunited with them in the lifestream one day....
My mom was diagnosed with brain cancer on Dec 26, it was truly devastating news, we're doing what we can as a family to help but I am scared every single day could be her last, we don't think it's terminal yet but it's aggressive. Thank you for this review, Johnny, I wish you and your family nothing but the best, cancer is truly a scourge of this Earth. Take care of yourself
1:07 - 1:19 Playing Remake before Rebirth is mandatory. Sure, you can figure out the combat system, and mash buttons to kill enemies, without playing the first part; but this is a narrative-driven adventure. If you skip the first third of the story before playing the second third, you're gonna be missing a whole lotta context.
I am so sorry to hear this Johnny. This year has been off to a rough start for me as well. A few weeks ago I found out my dad who is my best friend has cancer. That night my dog suddenly got very sick and I had to take him to the animal hospital only to find out he also had cancer and I had to put him to sleep. My grandmother is now in the hospital with fluid on her heart and lungs.
I desperately need this game to escape into and am waiting here in America for it to come out in a week.
You and your mom will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there and please take all the time you need.
Beautifully said. My father passed away the week Tears of the Kingdom came out after I had been waiting to play it for years in anticipation, life sometimes has a cruel irony. Look after yourself and God bless your mother.
Thanks for sharing Johnny. This makes me think of 2018, i came home from work and found my dad passed away. While cleaning out his place i found out my mom had stage 4 liver cancer. She made it 6 months. This all happened while I played Breath of the Wild. I sat in the hospital with her as she died, and i sat there playing Zelda. After she passed, i couldn't bring myself to play anymore but it became my mission to complete the game, and i did...i love you mom.
It's incredible what they did to remake this and bring it to life. Can't wait for part 3. The amount of detail and expansion they are doing for each area is incredible. Midgar being a whole game by itself! Just awesome. Costa Del Sol getting some major love. HEck, the ship ride being that detailed...
The music, the character interactions, Sephiroth and Hojo and all the shinra guys having more depth. Very cool.
I'm sorry Jonny. I lost my mom to cancer a year ago. I'll say one thing, while your going through something, finding that special game really helps in so many ways. For me, as odd as it is, was Dream light Valley. I'm glad to hear that FF7 Rebirth was yours. Prayers to your fam my guy.
I am sorry to hear about your mother and even your father Johnny. I have a similar experience with cancer and video games. I lost my little brother several years ago to cancer. Our game that we played together was Dragon Quest 9. We got to the final boss but never got to beat it before he passed away tragically. I didn't touch the game for years until I was in college and found your channel while looking for more dragon quest content. Once I got home for break I finally beat the game. Thank you for that and I am glad you are able to find something deeper with ff7 while going through this
Very sorry to hear about your mother, i felt your love for your parents so strongly through this video. I lost my mom a few years ago through cancer myself, so many thoughts came to mind during this video. Very good review, it was filled with emotions.
So sorry to hear about your mother. I saw an earlier comment that elaborated after they said they hardly comment, and I would like to second that. I also hardly comment on UA-cam but I have also been watching your videos for years now and always take your opinions into consideration because I have a similar taste in games you do. Very much love to play rpgs and ff has a huge influence on my life so it really does hurt to hear about your mother. Kudos to you for keeping it together in the video. I very much look forward to playing ff7 rebirth and I will do so in honor of you and best wishes to you and your family.
I'm so sorry to hear about your parents Johnny. My father is in the hospital now. He's 85 and he's getting surgery next week for a collapsed lung. Hopefully he gets through. Interesting how FF7 comes out when people need the most emotional support. Very thankful for game and the community of people that play it and share memories.
Man Johnny I’m so sorry for these misfortunes. The video with your mother is one of my favorite videos you’ve ever made because you can tell how in tune she is with your life. So many people would wish for love like that. I’m so glad you have gotten for so many years. Keeping you in my prayers mate. ❤
Hey man. I lost my mum to cancer. When I played my FF7 Remake put things into perspective. I am so sorry what your going through. Thank you for sharing your story. Keep strong man we are all behind you!
Your words and tribute are very touching. Your parents will always be proud that they raised someone with the ability to spread so much compassion and warmth to countless people in your life as well as viewers across the world. Unfortunately I lost my mother two months ago, so I will also be connecting to the themes you described on a deeply personal level, as well as the healing effects these games have to offer. You and your family will also be in my thoughts as I play through Rebirth. Thank you for being my favorite UA-camr and biggest inspiration, your community loves you and has your back during this time!
I'm sorry about your mom and dad man. I can relate to you heavily. One of my first experience with JRPGs and video games in general was Final Fantasy VIII, and I have core memories of my dad helping me through the beginning of the game and teaching me how it works.
Unfortunately my dad passed away in 2019 from a heart attack and in my grieving I bought Final Fantasy VIII Remastered, but I have yet to play it and to be honest I don't think I can. I don't know if you read comments but if you do you're not alone.
Thanks for your incredible reviews and content. Your energy and enthusiasm about the genre I love really brightens my day when I watch your videos.
Take care of yourself man.
Sending love to you and your family
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother, John. Thank you for sharing with us. I hope it was therapeutic to talk and play this game you love so much.
Dude as someone who also lost both parents to cancer. One in 1990 and my mom in 2017 I just wanna say I’m thinking of you! I’ve followed you for a couple years and you seem like a very just good person who just so happens to love all the same games I do. It’s not gonna get easier. It’s always gonna be hard. Just give all the love you can to your tribe and you’ll get through it!!!
Even though it was challenging for you to talk about this, I am glad you did. I find that very few can eloquently express why these games matter. The context is so powerful, and the people we are connected to through that is even more important. I hope the best for your family, and please don’t forget to take care of yourself.
So well spoken and the themes of the game and life are incredibly bittersweet.
The music, the memories--all wrapped up in my childhood and getting relived now.
I CANNOT believe how much care and love has been done and went into the game and rebirth. Truly grateful for the game, and other fans that are passionate about the game and positive effects it’s had on life.
Thanks for your honest share and appreciate your passion.
A few years ago my mom got terminal cancer and died within 2 weeks, I feel you man tell your mom everything dont hold back, luckily my mom was always my best friend so I didnt feel like I had any unfinished business, she overkilled at being a good mom.