The Plucky Squire - Announcement Trailer - Nintendo Switch

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  • @chrisjohnsen8448
    @chrisjohnsen8448 2 роки тому +360

    For those unaware, this game is being made by James Turner's new animation studio, him being a former GameFreak employee who worked on the Pokemon series.

    • @applechoco483
      @applechoco483 2 роки тому +17

      Most people only know him for his Pokemon designs, but I follow his Twitter for the cute doodles (of which the long Kirby that went around a couple years ago is one)!

    • @andrewrchooven1996
      @andrewrchooven1996 2 роки тому +5

      Oh so he wasn't the one doing the horrible animation at GameFreak. Good to know

    • @JunaidWolf3
      @JunaidWolf3 2 роки тому +8

      @@andrewrchooven1996 he did help in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet but only in designing the professors

    • @lbv7
      @lbv7 Рік тому +1

      Isn't this done by the studio behind The Swords of Ditto?

    • @Allen-qs2xr
      @Allen-qs2xr 5 місяців тому

      ​@@andrewrchooven1996lying on the internet for clout must be the most amount of attention you'd ever get in your life

  • @CascadeHope
    @CascadeHope 2 роки тому +561

    This game looks super cool. I was already pretty sold with just the zelda-esque part and the word puzzle parts, but it just kept adding really cool elements. Such a mishmash, and I'm loving the asthetics.

    • @mr_m4613
      @mr_m4613 2 роки тому +13

      Just for the punch out reference gameplay alone im getting this game.

    • @MikeSharpeWriter
      @MikeSharpeWriter 2 роки тому +1

      I'm sure I've seen this art style in a Pokémon game...

    • @temmie2032
      @temmie2032 2 роки тому +9

      @@MikeSharpeWriter you did! This game was developed by pokemon artist and sword and shield art director, James Turner. Hes a really cool artist, definitively one that i look up to!

    • @isi_ber
      @isi_ber 2 роки тому +1

      If you liked it, I highly recommend you the developer's previous game: The Swords of Ditto. It's full of Zelda references 🌞

    • @patogordo1385
      @patogordo1385 2 роки тому +1

      In hope it doesn’t disappoints

  • @AndrewO83
    @AndrewO83 2 роки тому +247

    Wow! I was already enjoying the idea playing within the book, but you adventure outside as well and it turns 3D?! This actually blew my mind. Indies are slowly taking over because the AAA companies won't/can't produce anything this creative anymore.
    Think about all the IP's across the big 3 and list all the IP's that are being unused right now that could be turned into something like this. I'd rather give my money to Indie's right now.

    • @MikeSharpeWriter
      @MikeSharpeWriter 2 роки тому +8

      I know that one of the artist responsible worked on Pokémon until recently!

    • @cbgg1585
      @cbgg1585 2 роки тому +6

      Lmao, what load of cr@p. We saw Lost in Random and It Takes 2 from EA, Snipperclips, 1-2 Switch (outside the box type of game), Mario Kart Live Home Circuit, Ring Fit are all published by Nintendo and not to mention the Ori games from Microsoft. Asides from Sony who have transitioned more into the triple A big budget games, the other big publishers are still willing to fork out to either develop or publish smaller budget titles.
      You can't tell me Lost in Random, Ring Fit and Live Home Circuit in particular aren't 'creative' smaller titles. Lost in Random is a serious hidden gem.
      Stop pretending we aren't seeing indie type budget games from the other corporations!

    • @AndrewO83
      @AndrewO83 2 роки тому +2

      @@cbgg1585 - When was F-Zero last used mate? Thanks.

    • @Drstrange3000
      @Drstrange3000 2 роки тому +2

      I wish more indies could be like this. This game has the advantage of being backed by Devolver Digital. A lot of indies are very similar tbh, but when a good one comes along, it is EXCELLENT!

    • @Drstrange3000
      @Drstrange3000 2 роки тому

      @@MikeSharpeWriter I can definitely see it.

  • @LoosieGoosie42
    @LoosieGoosie42 2 роки тому +118

    That reveal was just mind boggling. Indie titles never seem to disappoint

    • @tjp_real
      @tjp_real 2 роки тому +5

      Indie titles are the best ! they have SO much amazing and creative games. I CAN'T WAIT for this game. it just looks AMAZING !

  • @Mr.Lunafish
    @Mr.Lunafish 2 роки тому +75

    As far as the trailer goes, there doesn't seem to be a single thing to not be excited about. This game looks absolutely amazing.

  • @CrownedCryptid
    @CrownedCryptid 2 роки тому +64

    fyi James Turner, the Pokemon designer and art director for some recent games, is working on this! The 2D animations are totally his style!

    • @jayiu9170
      @jayiu9170 2 роки тому +6

      I was looking for this comment, thank you very much 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    • @temmie2032
      @temmie2032 2 роки тому +4

      yeah, hes so cool

  • @UseTheBoost3D
    @UseTheBoost3D 2 роки тому +155

    I almost wish I hadn't spoiled myself! I was sold on the storybook thing alone, and then the big twist/reveal blew my mind. Wish I had just experienced that while playing! Imagine!

    • @mau4x
      @mau4x 2 роки тому +11

      RIGHT?? AHHHHH I was thinking the same thing :'(

    • @zainmushtaq4347
      @zainmushtaq4347 2 роки тому +33

      Unfortunately, today's gaming landscape and marketing requires all the fun and exciting features to be revealed in trailers to get as many people interested as possible and buying the game :/

    • @RedUmbre
      @RedUmbre 2 роки тому +16

      You gotta recommend this game to somebody completely blind and watch their reaction

    • @zainmushtaq4347
      @zainmushtaq4347 2 роки тому +13

      @@RedUmbre this ^ recently let me 15-year-old niece play Super Mario 3D World, and she knew NOTHING about the game. So seeing her reaction as Mario turned into a cat when taking the bell was just pure golden ⭐

    • @bern9642
      @bern9642 2 роки тому +1

      @@zainmushtaq4347 not today, it has always been that way. Final Fantasy 7 even had a major character death in the adverts.

  • @Toby.Opolis
    @Toby.Opolis 2 роки тому +166

    One of the main people that worked on this game was James Turner, art director on Pokemon Sword and Shield and responsible for a decent amount of Pokemon designs. I’m extremely impressed with what his team have done with this. It looks fantastic.

    • @meatballone6085
      @meatballone6085 2 роки тому +19

      James turner was responsible for 22 Pokémon out of the 4 generations he worked on. He started with Black and White.

    • @Toby.Opolis
      @Toby.Opolis 2 роки тому +3

      ​@@meatballone6085 Yeah good point. I've edited it to be a bit more accurate

    • @bananabike279
      @bananabike279 2 роки тому +2

      I knew the art style looked familiar!

    • @Surkk2960
      @Surkk2960 2 роки тому +4

      Will there be sentient Ice Cream then? :)

    • @gaius5901
      @gaius5901 2 роки тому +4

      Isn't it funny that when ex Gamefreak employees leave Gamefreak they make much better looking and way more inspired games? Such an interesting fact

  • @NenowMeow
    @NenowMeow 2 роки тому +112

    This is A Link Between Worlds concept of 3D to 2D and back spiced up to another level!! Excited!

    • @blazingphoenix1000
      @blazingphoenix1000 2 роки тому +5

      Omg, I was just thinking how this game reminds me of that Zelda game which also happens to be one of my favorite Zelda games!!!!!!!

    • @zombiespartan13
      @zombiespartan13 2 роки тому +4

      Yeah, I love how they actually flipped the idea of having of link between worlds by having it go from 2D to 3D, with the latter looking similar to the style of Link’s Awakening. Definitely hyped to play this game!

    • @xenokor5363
      @xenokor5363 2 роки тому +2

      Mixed Up Andy's room in Toy Story 😇

    • @NenowMeow
      @NenowMeow 2 роки тому

      @@blazingphoenix1000 Ah yes that is great! Fun fact, Between Worlds actually is my favorite "2D" Zelda game!

    • @NenowMeow
      @NenowMeow 2 роки тому

      @@zombiespartan13 Yes I know right? It's a mix and match made in heavens, and there's so much more mixed into it, such a nice aesthetic of story books and toys, hyped a lot!

  • @PhilUP
    @PhilUP 2 роки тому +714

    By far the most intriguing gaming announcement today. I’m picking this up on day one.

    • @alexiere
      @alexiere 2 роки тому +10

      Agree. I want to play it now but it doesn't have a release date 😢

    • @jhomathon
      @jhomathon 2 роки тому +1

      You see multiple intriguing gaming announcements every day?

    • @jase276
      @jase276 2 роки тому +6

      @@jhomathon Well, the Summer Games Fest isn't every day, but today specifically

    • @_peepee_
      @_peepee_ 2 роки тому

      animal well too!!

    • @WolfheartArt
      @WolfheartArt 2 роки тому

      I honestly have to agree

  • @thepokekid01
    @thepokekid01 2 роки тому +27

    Looks incredibly good. Like they took the idea from Link Between Worlds and really ran with it even more than Nintendo did.

  • @SirDave
    @SirDave 2 роки тому +33

    Indie developers have been doing it for the last few years on Nintendo. I've enjoyed Indie games more than most major releases, games like Juicy Realm, Hades, Metaverse Keeper, Mistover, Neon Abyss, Archvale, and Nobody Saves the World.
    This is gonna be added to my list, as well as, "The Outbound Ghost" (Paper Mario like RPG), and "Cult of the Lamb."

    • @DsAcolyte
      @DsAcolyte 2 роки тому

      You might also consider “bug fables” as an incredible love letter to paper Mario rpg games

  • @Domtendo
    @Domtendo 2 роки тому +99

    Really inspiring and unique. Finally!

    • @hexbyte777
      @hexbyte777 Рік тому

      a little similar to odessy, but awesome, and I saw punch out elements in there, looks amazing

    • @o_o499
      @o_o499 Рік тому

      Na moin, was geht ab?
      I agree, this game looks so creative

  • @WorldBurningTime
    @WorldBurningTime 2 роки тому +23

    I’m so excited for this! I’m sad James Turner has left Pokémon, but I’m happy he is doing his own thing and this looks great!

  • @aisbreakerplays
    @aisbreakerplays 2 роки тому +11

    "Amazing" is an understatement. Definitely looking forward for this game.

  • @AzurePip
    @AzurePip 2 роки тому +26

    Looks interesting. I'll gladly give this game a go. Hope there's a demo beforehand.

  • @BranSmith101
    @BranSmith101 2 роки тому +14

    The sheer creativity coming from this game is simply awesome. I can't wait to play this. This looks awesome.

  • @inquisitorMence
    @inquisitorMence 2 роки тому +2

    That is the single most inviting trailer for the most innovative idea I think I've ever seen. Everyone involved can have a pat on the back.

  • @WisdomThumbs
    @WisdomThumbs 2 роки тому +1

    Amplify the heights of Flash Game creativity with a decent budget and skilled studio, and then square it, and then cube it, and that's how great this appears to be.

  • @Tony9992
    @Tony9992 2 роки тому +4

    Nintendo, when you add a game's trailer on your channels Why don't you add the game into the "coming soon" list into the eShop? In this way people will add the games into their wish list and can monitor there the updates in order to don't forget about the game you announce 1 or 2 years before.

  • @jeffcal1225
    @jeffcal1225 2 роки тому +9

    Oooh it’s giving me that It Takes Two vibe. Definitely keeping my eye on this one!!!

  • @DARKi701
    @DARKi701 2 роки тому +1

    James Turner made the best decision of his Life as art designer

  • @noodlearms9385
    @noodlearms9385 2 роки тому +28

    Really excited to see more of this game, looks incredibly charming! 🥰

    • @wizardkirb7795
      @wizardkirb7795 2 роки тому +1

      There is a pipebomb in your mailbox

    • @noodlearms9385
      @noodlearms9385 2 роки тому +1

      @@wizardkirb7795 (the single most awkward thing is always finding a friend in a youtube comments section I swear)
      Also there's a pipe bomb in your mailbox as well

  • @nazeersadek6705
    @nazeersadek6705 2 роки тому +2

    This game looks really interesting and it’s being developed by James Turner the former art director for Pokémon

  • @tuney7319
    @tuney7319 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve been a fan of james turner for a long time now, it’s bittersweet hearing about him leaving gamefreak but at the same time i’m super pumped to play this, best of luck to this new studio

  • @mr_m4613
    @mr_m4613 2 роки тому +5

    What in the world!? Oh yeah I'm all over this. This is "next generation" gameplay here.

  • @DulyDullahan
    @DulyDullahan 2 роки тому +4

    This is by far the most creative direction I’ve ever seen from a game. Looking forward to see how it will hold up once it releases!

  • @hemarisam
    @hemarisam 2 роки тому +15

    I love the graphics, and the gameplay seems great! I can’t wait to try it out.

  • @MasterPojoway
    @MasterPojoway 2 роки тому +10

    i would order this on switch but after going into this game a bit more found out its also gonna be on ps5 and seeing as i was finally able to order one just a few days ago, fair to say this game will be one of my top buys whenever it comes out in 2023(also the amount of potential this game has is crazy)

    • @bern9642
      @bern9642 2 роки тому

      ps5 will probably be in 60fps and high resolution

  • @NuiYabuko
    @NuiYabuko 2 роки тому +9

    This looks great. I'll definitely be getting it.
    Congrats to All Possible Futures for their first game. I hope you find lots of success.

  • @bansuthecomicwiz
    @bansuthecomicwiz 2 роки тому +1

    Most definitely getting this

  • @Xxyoth
    @Xxyoth 2 роки тому +4

    The thumbnail wasn't convincing me at all, but I clicked on this anyway. It looks really interesting, also the minigames (?) like that "Punch-Out"-like segment.

  • @frostare
    @frostare 2 роки тому +5

    I'm really interested in this game! I hope all the best for the guys at All Possible Futures, thanks for being the art director for Dragon Quest Swords, James Turner!

  • @obviouslygregg
    @obviouslygregg Рік тому +1

    If this game looks half as good as this trailer, I'll be ecstatic

  • @QT_Jeanne
    @QT_Jeanne 2 роки тому +5

    Lately, I haven’t been getting excited on games these days for some reason. But this game really intrigued me, full of surprises and FULL of passion, I can literally feel it through a screen! When it will be released?

  • @nutriculi
    @nutriculi 2 роки тому

    jarring to see nintendo post this trailer after i saw that crazy live conference devolver did

  • @lordrikudouzero9119
    @lordrikudouzero9119 2 роки тому +1

    If hypothetically speaking, Comix Zone, Link Between Worlds, CupHead, & Toy Story had a child it would grow up to be this incredible looking game.

  • @ComiCross
    @ComiCross 2 роки тому +46

    This looks really interesting! I’m excited to see how it turns out!

  • @GigaMan91
    @GigaMan91 2 роки тому +3

    This is my favorite game announced this month so far. The trailer is perfection.

  • @Kool2772
    @Kool2772 2 роки тому +1

    Ok that actually caught me off guard because there looks like there is so much gameplay in the book but then he jumps out to extend the gameplay AND story go a lot further. incredible.

    • @Kool2772
      @Kool2772 2 роки тому

      Probably the first thing from Nintendo I didn’t get spoiled on before watching the official trailer lol

  • @oliverconway6960
    @oliverconway6960 2 роки тому +1

    The people who made this game are seriously going to have to teach me those 2d on 3d techniques. This is amazing.

  • @tangytablets5150
    @tangytablets5150 2 роки тому +1

    Oh James Turner, you and your specific art style. Looks very cute. It's like if you made the flat parts of Link Between Worlds have more of an isometric adventuring mechanic.
    Gives that 2D Zelda vibe but then mixes in some paper mario type things.

  • @hippolytew
    @hippolytew 2 роки тому +11

    This game looks unique. Excited to play it !

  • @user-hacoiri
    @user-hacoiri 2 роки тому +1

    I love Harmo Knight setting illustrations and Twitter illustrations, so I am very happy to be able to play in James Turner's world!
    I hope we can share a taste of this new beginning and adventure together!

  • @XDarkEcho
    @XDarkEcho 2 роки тому +3

    WHOA! The aesthetic of this game, the design, gameplay, the overall concept; it's phenomenal! This is definitely a day 1 buy for me!

  • @Deedj1
    @Deedj1 2 роки тому +1

    This has James Turner written all over it and I am absolutely adding it to my list

  • @pneuma7183
    @pneuma7183 2 роки тому +1

    The graphics from this trailer are way too good and fluid to be running on switch. This should be considered false advertising. Aside from that, the game itself looks incredible.

  • @HorrorGirlNat
    @HorrorGirlNat 2 роки тому +1

    This looks like it's going to be a future classic.

  • @MDGamestation
    @MDGamestation 2 роки тому +1

    I am blown away by the game's unique concept and creativity. I am definitely checking this game out when it releases

  • @erroneousbotch4404
    @erroneousbotch4404 2 роки тому +1

    I can't imagine this looking or running good on Switch

  • @FirlowXD
    @FirlowXD 2 роки тому +1

    I wouldn't have complained of a game that took place entirely inside the book... But this looks really cool too so I am NOT complaining either 👀

  • @AnneIllustrating
    @AnneIllustrating 2 роки тому +1

    Wow! I was sold just on the storybook aspect, but then you just went Link Between Worlds on me and I’m obsessed.

  • @papa_sloth_gaming547
    @papa_sloth_gaming547 2 роки тому +6

    Wow, this looks great! I like the different elements to the gameplay.

  • @Kango234
    @Kango234 2 роки тому

    This is how you make a trailer, introduce a cool concept and then keep building on it with crazier and crazier stuff!

  • @markedred
    @markedred 2 роки тому

    My first reaction was, "Dang this kid has a nice room." Decent size, nice big windows overlooking the neighborhood.

  • @AB-rh5yq
    @AB-rh5yq Рік тому +1

    Aside from the new Zelda game, I don’t think I have ever wanted to play a game more than this

  • @leozentos5173
    @leozentos5173 2 роки тому +1

    I just noticed that for Jot our hero, his sword is that of a pen tip...
    Guess you could say "Jot it down"

  • @tjp_real
    @tjp_real 2 роки тому +1

    WOWWW !! Breath taking !

  • @tattertot8259
    @tattertot8259 2 роки тому +3

    This are style makes me want to save Marin from being trapped as a seagull forever !

  • @kafkakomedy9696
    @kafkakomedy9696 2 роки тому

    I dont think ive ever been more sold on a game from just one trailer before. VERY impressed here, almost guaranteed day 1 buy here.

  • @elcheshireilustracion9396
    @elcheshireilustracion9396 2 роки тому +1

    Devolver showing AAA how to do things.

  • @pixelchu
    @pixelchu 2 роки тому +1

    No way this is an indie game. It looks so good!!!! Wow

  • @luisespinozazuloaga2389
    @luisespinozazuloaga2389 2 роки тому +1

    I wouldn't expect anything else from Devolver Digital. The best in the industry right now.

  • @brockmckelvey7327
    @brockmckelvey7327 2 роки тому +2

    This game looks like a technical and animation WONDER!!!
    I'm getting it the MILLISECOND it comes out

  • @Dillon0_o
    @Dillon0_o 2 роки тому +1

    Bro this game looks awesome, best idea I've seen in awhile.

  • @samemain9999
    @samemain9999 2 роки тому +1

    This early trailer is perfect example how to create intrigue :) it is really something very very interesting cause unuasal

  • @thespeedyyoshi
    @thespeedyyoshi 2 роки тому +1

    This looks incredible ^^ Although I definitely will say, they really should've kept that 3d escape out of the book a secret hehe

  • @Drstrange3000
    @Drstrange3000 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks to Devolver Digital we get great projects like this! I wish stuff like this was more standard in the industry. The game seems to mix a lot of genres in such an interesting way. I love that!

  • @nirvana328
    @nirvana328 2 роки тому +1

    you guys need to coordinate w the Nintendo eShop, so when there is a new game announced there is a listing on the eShop that we can add to our wishlist

  • @zezigzagzone
    @zezigzagzone 2 роки тому +7

    It’s just me or the graphics are crazy for Switch??!! 😮

    • @scrunkore
      @scrunkore 2 роки тому

      this is probably closer to how it looks on ps5 or whatever but I'm sure it'll still look good on switch

    • @Moshugaani
      @Moshugaani 2 роки тому

      It might hopefully be just really well optimized, but it's probably not footage running on Switch unfortunately. ;p

  • @benjaminmedrano4493
    @benjaminmedrano4493 2 роки тому

    THIS IS ALREADY ONE OF THE MOST IMPRESSIVE IDEAS ON SWITCH AND NO ONE CAN TELL ME OTHERWISE

  • @berkeleycreager3601
    @berkeleycreager3601 2 роки тому

    That schmup on the cup/mug was a cheeky nod

  • @AliAsif303
    @AliAsif303 2 роки тому

    Guys, this aims to be a revolutionary kind of platforming game and a potential GOTY from the looks of this trailer alone. That twist, in the end, blew my mind away. Instant grab upon release.

  • @Kakomss
    @Kakomss 2 роки тому

    Now *this* is a trailer. This game is top 1 most interesting things shown in the Summer Games Fest

  • @tjp_real
    @tjp_real 2 роки тому +1

    WHEN ?! This game looks AMAZING !

  • @andys3000
    @andys3000 2 роки тому +2

    I want a physical copy!

  • @skyreapersebas1393
    @skyreapersebas1393 2 роки тому +7

    It looks really great

    • @sisco_indigo
      @sisco_indigo 2 роки тому

      It will look like this on PlayStation and PC, not switch. Sorry to burst your bubble.

    • @marioalemus5177
      @marioalemus5177 2 роки тому +1

      @@sisco_indigo xD

  • @TheMarionick
    @TheMarionick 2 роки тому +1

    Dev 1: “I’m gonna make a game.”
    Dev 2: “Cool, what genre?”
    Dev 1: “All of them.”

  • @JIreland1992
    @JIreland1992 2 роки тому +1

    What a creative and fun premise. Keeping my eye on this one.

  • @jacopocorradi7128
    @jacopocorradi7128 2 роки тому +1

    This announcement alone eats the entire summer game fest

  • @connor8292
    @connor8292 2 роки тому

    James' artstyle looks so neat in both animated and 3D forms!

  • @thecommonguy9608
    @thecommonguy9608 2 роки тому +1

    Looks stunnig !
    Wandering if the Switch can run it smoothly, even at 720p I think it won't hit 30fps.

    • @drunxkills6624
      @drunxkills6624 2 роки тому

      daaaaang saame pppfftt bet 25fps at most

  • @horstvazinksi3408
    @horstvazinksi3408 2 роки тому +1

    Just learned about this, already very excited

  • @DARKCITYENT23
    @DARKCITYENT23 Рік тому +3

    I starting to Think this game is never coming out😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

  • @bobleeswagger9773
    @bobleeswagger9773 2 роки тому +3

    i can't wait for this game !

  • @Gameradioativo
    @Gameradioativo 2 роки тому

    I NEED IT

  • @TableTopWolf1984
    @TableTopWolf1984 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, this looks sensational, it's great seeing something actually unique for once

  • @TheMuscleMan2244
    @TheMuscleMan2244 2 роки тому

    This is literally the first new Nintendo IP I’ve been interested in over 20 years

  • @jonah2237
    @jonah2237 2 роки тому +1

    I need this game!!!!

  • @flippen721
    @flippen721 2 роки тому

    I just adore the art direction and graphics. And also the Creative spin and mix of genres. I am really excited

  • @iamoofboi8982
    @iamoofboi8982 2 роки тому

    Ok but can we talk about how good those irl tree graphics are

  • @simonrockstream
    @simonrockstream 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely incredible work, wow

  • @esotericsean
    @esotericsean 2 роки тому

    Looks so polished!

  • @rubberduckian2538
    @rubberduckian2538 2 роки тому

    I have this weird behavior pattern when if trailer does a good job on conveying it's premise, it gets me to tear a bit, from the hype emotion. It happened with this one. So excited.

  • @GeenoGab
    @GeenoGab 2 роки тому

    It's games like this that prove that art direction is just as important as gameplay.

  • @DarthRelkew
    @DarthRelkew 2 роки тому

    My jaw dropped while watching this trailer, we need more games like this

  • @marketbroiler24
    @marketbroiler24 2 роки тому +1

    Gorgeous, absolutely stunning!

  • @squishtophers
    @squishtophers 2 роки тому +1

    Wow 👏 this is what we want!

  • @pjy68
    @pjy68 2 роки тому +3

    YEAH JAMES TURNER

  • @Jojo-yw4ly
    @Jojo-yw4ly Рік тому +1

    This game looks fun I'm still waiting for it