Thanks for letting us know that watching the anime before starting the game. Looks like its on hidive. I'll try steaming that over the holiday weekend its only 13 episodes.
Also you can watch the 2 summary movies and the sequel movies, because you don't loose anything important with the movies and after that watch the second season. But remember you have to watch the third movie before the second season.
Now if their was a sequel or even a DLC to this game, I would love for their to be a campaign where you get to play as your own customized Narehate. The story would be that you are just one of the many children that where experimented and exposed to the 6th layer by Bondrewd, and you miraculously escaped and are now trying your place in this vast unforgiving world. As a Narehate you are immune the curse of the abyss, but enemies are far more powerful and aggressive, and resources are more scarce to add an extra layer of difficulty.
That should be interesting as a companion piece to a future game! I do love the Cave Raiding parts of Deep in Abyss and the mode you suggest would complement and frame the CR parts in an interesting light
@@phoenixdavis2935 yeah, came here to comment that. Not only would that be more accurate, I think it would be a lot more fun of a game element with a risk/reward system when you're, say, running from a monster and the safe way up is slower!
As much as I would love this, it wouldn’t make too much sense since Nanachi, as Bondrewd said, is the only successful demonstration of the “blessing” besides from him of course, but if we want to say after the whole ordeal that was dawn of the deep soul, that would work.
This game looks both interesting and yet kind of strange at the same time. Licensed games especially based on anime generally tend to have issues translating the story from non interactive to interactive medium. This game does seem more on the unique side even if it is funny that the game gets better after you past the anime portions almost as if the game was better off being an original IP.
I wouldn't say it would be better off as an original IP, but rather a game should not follow the story. Especially if the developers can not afford to purchase the license for the music or voice actors. We have the anime for the main story and it does such a damn good job that it's a futile effort to try to match or top it. That's why I think Deep in Abyss mode is great. We get a bit of a glimpse in the everyday life of a cave raider who doesn't have the most OP sentient weapon known and unknown to mankind assisting them. We also get to see a bit more of other characters we shortly met in the anime like Laffi and Habo. Also a bit more of Leader is always nice although he's more or less just a quest giver. The best thing about Made in Abyss is the story is defined just as much, if not more so by its setting rather than characters. So the setting makes it super easy to write any number of original stories as long as it involves a giant pit with relics and dangerous monsters and a curse that affects you when you ascend that progressively gets worse the lower you go.
@@GoodwillWright And that's the problem with anime games right there. The lore in canon doesn't really allow for a good video game. Hunter X Hunter as both a faithful adaptation or an original story would make for a TERRIBLE game.
I think the "hello abyss" is like an introduction to the anime/manga and the lore of the world, while the "deep abyss" is the real game like you pointed out. I am still unsure if I will get it because it still interest me
If it was an introduction as you say, it’s too detailed of an introduction that it spoils some emotional moments in the anime, robbing people of the gravitas of each scene. It’s why I described it more as a summary than anything else!
The Deep in the Abyss mode sounds really fun! It reminds me of Atelier games without the alchemy, and also Moonlighter. I love games where you go out to open areas, gather items then go back to sell them. I’ll definitely be checking the game out soon so thanks for the review!
I've enjoyed what I've experienced of the anime so far (though it is confusing, having to watch the third movie in order to pick up where the series left off), and the idea of a game that lets you explore the abyss is very appealing to me. I might wait for a sale on this one though. Fun fact about the creator and character designer of Made in Abyss though; Akihito Tsukushi also did the illustrations for Konami's Elebits games, which are drop-dead gorgeous. Same goes for Dewy's Adventure.
Ya know, I wonder if Spike Chunsoft had some kind of mandate from the license holder that they had into include the original story in there, and just slapped Hello Abyss into the game to appease some agreement? Either way, it looks like a good time, overall. Of course, Spike Chunsoft has a talent for dungeon crawlers
Remember guys, for those who wanna watch the series. Season 1 , then the 3rd movie is season 2, and then "Season 2" is actually the 3rd season. However the story will still be incomplete cause last I remember the manga is still ongoing and barely finishing the arc that the 3rd season is trynna show.
Yeah, it'll be a long time before a "season 4" unless they decide to make another movie in between again. Look at the time it took between season 1 and the season after the 3rd movie and that's roughly how long it'll take for a new season. The Mangaka is REALLY detailed in his art style, so it takes him far longer to create new pages.
The allure of the Abyss is undeniable. If it were a real place, I'd probably go in and never come out. I'd have to know all the secrets, and I'd probably end up a monster for it. Fair trade.
@@Idkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk50 Nah, probably something WAY more embarrassing, like stuck hanging upsidedown with no pants on or something. That's my luck.
Thank you for making this vid! I was surprised to see this hasnt been covered much and I think out of the very little vids that actually are available yours is one of the better
Its 30$ on psn right now. I was also interested but wasnt trying to pay 60$ for it and forgot all about the game until now. Just bought it and can't wait to see what this world is all about.
@@marksantory410Damn been wondering about buying it too,still 30$ are still a tad hefty if ya ask me. Where as actual AAA games cost like 10$ if they're on sale, so it seems to me like you're paying additional 20$ just for the IP.
@@crazy_teacup id wait for a cheaper price. I regret paying 30$ but maybe this game just isnt for me. But figured i would give my opinion. And yea i agree about 20$ just for the IP.
@@marksantory410 yeah, I found out on psprices that the game hasn't had any real discounts up till now. Basically seems like the game isn't being purchased enough so they try to get some money with discounts. So yeah I figured that since it's still fresh when it comes to discounts they might lower it further next time,bought final fantasy vii instead
Fantastic review, nearly every other review I've seen just gets hung up on the negatives without actually explaining much about the game itself. People don't understand this game wasn't made with the same budget a triple A studio would have so obviously its not going to have the best graphics or crazy combat system. I am definitely gonna pick this up as it's on sale for $30 right now. Also 9:16 was hilarious 😂😂
I loved the way you approached and structured this review! I don't know if it's in the spirit of your channel to do this, but it might actually be quite interesting to hear your thoughts on the anime that this game was based on. :)
Thanks for reviewing. I pre-ordered the collectors edition and work at Gamestop but they flexed their incompetence and hatred of their own employees by simply not delivering my game by pushing back the ship date at my store only since I was the only person who ordered it at that store. :( Still getting it though, Deep in Abyss mode definitely looks worth going through the slog of the first mode. I just watched the anime again for hype reasons and didn't expect the Hello Abyss mode to be sooo bland.
Great review! It's interesting that the second half seems like a whole other experience when compared to that "Made in Abyss" mode. Might have to give this one a shot soon.
Good review that’s helpful. I might buy this even I play sports video games and Rugby games. I know absolutely nothing about Anime or these Abyss characters
Oof this game probably would have been better off ditching Hello Abyss entirely and focus development on Deep in Abyss. Personally I think the draw of MIB is its richly realized world so I wished more was put into the level design and the story came more from collecting lore through exploration than being a dialogue heavy one driven by characters.
I actually really enjoyed the side quests in Deep in Abyss! It helped flesh out the culture of the people in Orth as well as humanize what was happening with the citizenry and placed importance on what everyone was doing.
omg i was just thinking about finding a review for this game later today and here you are!!!! excited for the video! this game is def a pick up for me!!!!!
I had to go watch all of the anime and movies before I finished watching your review. Now that I'm caught up and immersed in the world and the LORE I want to play this game so much! When I was watching the anime I found myself wanting to spend more time on the upper levels exploring and wondering what it would be like to go down there every day as a part of your normal life and trade. I love that the game focuses on this type of game play. I want to explore that area and interact with all the creatures. I have to try this game out!
Thank you for watching! I really think if Hello Abyss wasn't around, the scores would've been higher. But that mode is, I suspect, why many will stop playing the game. It's not great to force people into a linear path in a survival game!
Been looking forward to this review. Seems like its under the radar as far as coverage goes. Might not be as meaty as other titles but seems like something up my alley
Music is a good point, i saw a bit of footage and enjoyed the calm atmosphere if the first layer. The game looks fine so far so i will likely play it some time... with season 3 being a while away...
Got a copy of this game digitally mainly because it's sold out everywhere where I live. Going to be getting a physical copy in a week or so when they get more stock
I admire your dedication for watching the anime first before playing the game to better understand and appreciate it. Will probably buy the game later this year or early next year. Have you also watched the Dawn of the Deep Soul movie? If so, are you also currently watching season 2?
Thank you! A couple of commenters have told me to watch the 3rd movie before watching season 2, but another reminder doesn’t hurt! I have a ton of games to play, but maybe when I have the time I’ll get to it!
You did it! THANK YOU SO MUCH!! It’s interesting that you say the Hello Abyss mode seems like it was tacked on, because I would think it’d be the other way around. I think labeling it as a tutorial as you did puts the prospective player in the right headspace for that. It’s disappointing that it doesn’t do a good job telling the established story, and it’s odd that it doesn’t even cover the whole first season. It sounds like it ends when Riko and Reg leave the Seeker Camp? Regardless, I’m even more excited to play the real meat of the game now, and I’ll for sure be getting it as soon as I get my next paycheck! The hunger meter seems smartly implemented because an interesting continuing aspect of the source material is Riko talking about food and recipes, not only that food is a typical survival game mechanic, and it also ties into the nausea aspect of the Curse. I’m really curious to see how all of the game’s mechanics work together for myself. Thanks again, Alex! I really appreciate the work you put into this. Update: Ok, after playing through most of the Hello Abyss portion, it makes a lot of sense that they stopped that story after the Seeker Camp. That’s when Riko and Reg get their training, and it also only gets you down to the second layer so you have a good idea what to expect with how layers can differ while still keeping layers 3 and below a surprise for the player.
Love the anime, wasn't sure how they would make a game about this series that would work. But this does sound really interesting, might give it a shot.
The next question is: How deep can you go playing "Deep in the Abyss"? I doubt they will show you the (assumed) bottom of it, before the series does it first.
This is my game of the year I love it. It make me feel like I’m in the abyss and if you watch the anime it makes it even better, your in the anime!!! In the abyss!!! :)
I bought the collector's edition on Switch... Mainly because I buy EVERYTHING Made in Abyss... It has some of the most fleshed out and strange lore in modern manga... It's entirely unique... Even in how characters interact... Purest of dark fantasy adventure...
Nice review was hoping to hear about season 2 in it or at least all 6 layers but the anime it self just has too much to just put in a game but the game itself looks great
@@BacklogBattle Yeah, I actually really like how they implemented the save mechanic with the mail balloon, but the traversal thing is quite a bummer I gotta say, can't really believe that you're supposed to go from the 4th layer all the way up to sell your relics and stuff, or how do you deal with that?
I don't know why people think that Made in Abyss is an anime with such a dark story. There are maybe 2 things that are disturbing, but compared to other animes it is quite tame for the most time of the story.
anyone else feel like it's completely stupid to not have Reg basically freaking MegaMan not be the main character you play as it's like finding out was get a new shadow the hedgehog 2 game in the work's just to find out we are only allowed to play as big the cat smfh
I started the game last night and was bored out of my mind going through the story intro. I was hoping to skip the story. I have watched all the anime to date. Wanted to go directly into the original game. If I had to relive the og story would have hoped for something more than VN type scenes. But at least you mentioned it was only a couple of hours of the og story. BTW I love the anime so didn't expect this game to live up to it. More of a novelty for me.
That story intro really takes away from all the good work they did in the original story. I skimmed over a review that said they finished that in 5 hours and felt sorry that they had to watch all those story beats in Hello Abyss
They need to work on the gameplay and graphics. While I got used to it beat it while basically becoming my own child-like Ozen the game lacked the danger I initially thought it had... I didn't know the game had a fast travel system Till I beat the game. Also you can get stuck in the game if you don't have food in enough health to progress.
@@shyguy2046 some of my current favorites are One Piece, Haikyuu, the original season of Berserk, all of Hajime no Ippo, GTO, and Blue Period. I’m sure I’m forgetting some others!
I don't understand why you'd have to watch the anime first. You kind of assume that we'd want to experience both. I don't watch anime, but this gameplay intrigues me a bit as I like games with resource management, a rarity in Japan. I classify games like Rune Factory and Atelier as resource gatherers, because there's virtually no challenge or strategy involved other than battling.
one of the best anime games i know are valkyria chronicles 4 and blue reflection blue and some h3nti 🤣🤣things plus higurashi who was a game before it comes to an anime or serial experiments lain for ps1 is a rare gem ow and of course this one who is free and made like breath of the wild with anime characters ( forgot the name)
This game is like 70% there. Made in abyss has such a good chance of being turned into a game that is done well. I haven't play BSFID but I can see the potential it has. The series was designed like a videogame so if they can make more varied gameplay then it would be much better. Is it just me or do a lot of Japanese-made games have kind of clunky movement, I feel like there is never a real representation of physics in these types of games, and its very common in JRPGs. I just fail to see where adding more visual flare and fluidity in character movement hurts the experience. If anything it just makes something that's already good just look better, even if it's not totally necessary, but then again the studios involved clearly don't have an interest in pushing that forward. This type of game would really benefit from more fluidity in character movement and visuals. I would still play this title though because I absolutely adore MIA.
Good luck trying to beat the first boss which is the dreaded Inter Device I’ve tried to beat it so therefore I can’t do it this game is way too hard let alone difficult!!!
Can you skip the hello abyss section or does the game force the playthrough? I know it's only 3 hours but if the actual loop of the game is behind it that's kinda Frustrating. Sorry if you did say that in your review ans I didn't hear.
@@rexalidus3871 I can just imagine compilation videos of waifus getting massacred by the layer curses... "I HAVE CREATED THE PERFECT ALCHEMIST WIFE MATERIAL..." DIES HORRIFICALLY 5 MINUTES LATER
For some reason something about this arstyle makes me think horrible things are about to happen to these characters. I know nothing about either the anime or this game, but this just screams cruelty somehow.
This game is kinda a let down for me. Like, when it was announced I didn't think much of it. Anime games are not ussually very good. I'm a big fan of the anime and I always imagined how cool a game of it could be. But at the same time that it would never happen. I always imagined or you playing as Reg and using all his cool stuff or making your own cave rider. This game got the second option, but still the first one is such a chame. Having to play the terrible re telling of the story and as Riko is really a slog. This could have been so much more. But I kinda knew if it ever happened it wouldn't be
I think people should always watch the source before playing a game based on it. People shouldn't play the Naruto storm games a replacement for the anime.
I think there's varying degrees here. I generally am okay with recommending people to certain licensed games if the game itself does something different (i.e. an original story) or tells the story just as well as the source material. That said, it's a rarity, given that many Japanese games based on anime licenses are given instructions by the licensors to purposely ensure that whatever is in the game doesn't become a replacement for other media, which isn't great. They're afraid that if the games do better than the anime that there's no reason for us to watch the anime, cannibalizing the brand. I don't believe in that perspective at all.
I bought the collector's edition on Switch and absolutely love the game. I don't personally care about game reviews. If I like what I see, I buy the game. Why would anyone listen to a bunch of strangers opinions? Decide for yourself. For me, itd an incredible game. Very challenging. You have to be extremely patient. And the Reg bug doesn't even really matter if he gets stuck on things because he's only in the tutorial. Not a big deal.
I spent money on it and I'm not disappointed. Quite the opposite actually. Like I said, depends on the person. I've battled and battled and have learned how to play this game without too many deaths. I really love the game and have about 80 hours so far played. Excellent game imo. Definitely could use a patch and some fixes though.
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Thanks for letting us know that watching the anime before starting the game. Looks like its on hidive. I'll try steaming that over the holiday weekend its only 13 episodes.
Hope you don’t watch it with your kids! There’s some gnarly stuff there lol
@@BacklogBattle um no I'll watch this in bed.
Warning emotional rollercoaster
Also you can watch the 2 summary movies and the sequel movies, because you don't loose anything important with the movies and after that watch the second season. But remember you have to watch the third movie before the second season.
@@Darksigmastar Am I able to just watch season 1 on Hidive? Do I need to watch more than that?
Now if their was a sequel or even a DLC to this game, I would love for their to be a campaign where you get to play as your own customized Narehate. The story would be that you are just one of the many children that where experimented and exposed to the 6th layer by Bondrewd, and you miraculously escaped and are now trying your place in this vast unforgiving world. As a Narehate you are immune the curse of the abyss, but enemies are far more powerful and aggressive, and resources are more scarce to add an extra layer of difficulty.
That should be interesting as a companion piece to a future game! I do love the Cave Raiding parts of Deep in Abyss and the mode you suggest would complement and frame the CR parts in an interesting light
Narehate's are not immune to the curse but they can see it and avoid that way so maybe you can see the curse in the game and see what areas are safe.
@@phoenixdavis2935 yeah, came here to comment that. Not only would that be more accurate, I think it would be a lot more fun of a game element with a risk/reward system when you're, say, running from a monster and the safe way up is slower!
As much as I would love this, it wouldn’t make too much sense since Nanachi, as Bondrewd said, is the only successful demonstration of the “blessing” besides from him of course, but if we want to say after the whole ordeal that was dawn of the deep soul, that would work.
@@Hatsoon Well this game doesn’t appear to be canon so you can have a bit more leeway on what you can add into the story.
This game looks both interesting and yet kind of strange at the same time. Licensed games especially based on anime generally tend to have issues translating the story from non interactive to interactive medium. This game does seem more on the unique side even if it is funny that the game gets better after you past the anime portions almost as if the game was better off being an original IP.
You hit the nail in the head, though Deep in Abyss is a good mode!
@@BacklogBattle
I might get the game for that.
I wouldn't say it would be better off as an original IP, but rather a game should not follow the story. Especially if the developers can not afford to purchase the license for the music or voice actors. We have the anime for the main story and it does such a damn good job that it's a futile effort to try to match or top it.
That's why I think Deep in Abyss mode is great. We get a bit of a glimpse in the everyday life of a cave raider who doesn't have the most OP sentient weapon known and unknown to mankind assisting them. We also get to see a bit more of other characters we shortly met in the anime like Laffi and Habo. Also a bit more of Leader is always nice although he's more or less just a quest giver.
The best thing about Made in Abyss is the story is defined just as much, if not more so by its setting rather than characters. So the setting makes it super easy to write any number of original stories as long as it involves a giant pit with relics and dangerous monsters and a curse that affects you when you ascend that progressively gets worse the lower you go.
@@GoodwillWright
And that's the problem with anime games right there. The lore in canon doesn't really allow for a good video game. Hunter X Hunter as both a faithful adaptation or an original story would make for a TERRIBLE game.
I'm very glad that you watched the anime before playing the game. It shows true dedication to wanting to provide an actual good well rounded review.
Thanks! I appreciate this!
I think the "hello abyss" is like an introduction to the anime/manga and the lore of the world, while the "deep abyss" is the real game like you pointed out. I am still unsure if I will get it because it still interest me
If it was an introduction as you say, it’s too detailed of an introduction that it spoils some emotional moments in the anime, robbing people of the gravitas of each scene. It’s why I described it more as a summary than anything else!
The Deep in the Abyss mode sounds really fun! It reminds me of Atelier games without the alchemy, and also Moonlighter. I love games where you go out to open areas, gather items then go back to sell them. I’ll definitely be checking the game out soon so thanks for the review!
You're very welcome!
I've enjoyed what I've experienced of the anime so far (though it is confusing, having to watch the third movie in order to pick up where the series left off), and the idea of a game that lets you explore the abyss is very appealing to me. I might wait for a sale on this one though.
Fun fact about the creator and character designer of Made in Abyss though; Akihito Tsukushi also did the illustrations for Konami's Elebits games, which are drop-dead gorgeous. Same goes for Dewy's Adventure.
Ya know, I wonder if Spike Chunsoft had some kind of mandate from the license holder that they had into include the original story in there, and just slapped Hello Abyss into the game to appease some agreement?
Either way, it looks like a good time, overall. Of course, Spike Chunsoft has a talent for dungeon crawlers
Remember guys, for those who wanna watch the series. Season 1 , then the 3rd movie is season 2, and then "Season 2" is actually the 3rd season.
However the story will still be incomplete cause last I remember the manga is still ongoing and barely finishing the arc that the 3rd season is trynna show.
Yeah, it'll be a long time before a "season 4" unless they decide to make another movie in between again. Look at the time it took between season 1 and the season after the 3rd movie and that's roughly how long it'll take for a new season. The Mangaka is REALLY detailed in his art style, so it takes him far longer to create new pages.
The allure of the Abyss is undeniable. If it were a real place, I'd probably go in and never come out. I'd have to know all the secrets, and I'd probably end up a monster for it.
Fair trade.
Or you’d just slip and break your neck like 100m in fr fr
@@Idkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk50 Nah, probably something WAY more embarrassing, like stuck hanging upsidedown with no pants on or something. That's my luck.
Thank you for making this vid! I was surprised to see this hasnt been covered much and I think out of the very little vids that actually are available yours is one of the better
Seems like a fine game worth FAR less than the AAA price they're asking for. I'll wait for a sale.
Its 30$ on psn right now. I was also interested but wasnt trying to pay 60$ for it and forgot all about the game until now. Just bought it and can't wait to see what this world is all about.
@@marksantory410Damn been wondering about buying it too,still 30$ are still a tad hefty if ya ask me.
Where as actual AAA games cost like 10$ if they're on sale, so it seems to me like you're paying additional 20$ just for the IP.
@@crazy_teacup id wait for a cheaper price. I regret paying 30$ but maybe this game just isnt for me. But figured i would give my opinion. And yea i agree about 20$ just for the IP.
@@marksantory410 yeah, I found out on psprices that the game hasn't had any real discounts up till now.
Basically seems like the game isn't being purchased enough so they try to get some money with discounts.
So yeah I figured that since it's still fresh when it comes to discounts they might lower it further next time,bought final fantasy vii instead
Fantastic review, nearly every other review I've seen just gets hung up on the negatives without actually explaining much about the game itself. People don't understand this game wasn't made with the same budget a triple A studio would have so obviously its not going to have the best graphics or crazy combat system.
I am definitely gonna pick this up as it's on sale for $30 right now.
Also 9:16 was hilarious 😂😂
on sale? where :o
@@kemicoal6771 playstation store
I loved the way you approached and structured this review! I don't know if it's in the spirit of your channel to do this, but it might actually be quite interesting to hear your thoughts on the anime that this game was based on. :)
I haven’t done it yet, but I’ll think about it!
I kinda wanted to watch Made in Abyss anyway, but now I can´t wait to watch/read it (and maybe play it).
Good call experiencing it before the game!
Thanks for reviewing. I pre-ordered the collectors edition and work at Gamestop but they flexed their incompetence and hatred of their own employees by simply not delivering my game by pushing back the ship date at my store only since I was the only person who ordered it at that store. :( Still getting it though, Deep in Abyss mode definitely looks worth going through the slog of the first mode. I just watched the anime again for hype reasons and didn't expect the Hello Abyss mode to be sooo bland.
You’ll be glad that you only had to play Hello Abyss once! Deep in Abyss is a lot of fun by comparison
Fun fact it was panned to be a game first before it became an Anime hehe.
I didn’t know that! Thank you for sharing!
Good job on the review!Think I’ll open my copy tonight.
Great review! It's interesting that the second half seems like a whole other experience when compared to that "Made in Abyss" mode. Might have to give this one a shot soon.
Good review that’s helpful. I might buy this even I play sports video games and Rugby games. I know absolutely nothing about Anime or these Abyss characters
Oof this game probably would have been better off ditching Hello Abyss entirely and focus development on Deep in Abyss. Personally I think the draw of MIB is its richly realized world so I wished more was put into the level design and the story came more from collecting lore through exploration than being a dialogue heavy one driven by characters.
I actually really enjoyed the side quests in Deep in Abyss! It helped flesh out the culture of the people in Orth as well as humanize what was happening with the citizenry and placed importance on what everyone was doing.
omg i was just thinking about finding a review for this game later today and here you are!!!! excited for the video! this game is def a pick up for me!!!!!
Great timing on my part then! 👍
I had to go watch all of the anime and movies before I finished watching your review. Now that I'm caught up and immersed in the world and the LORE I want to play this game so much! When I was watching the anime I found myself wanting to spend more time on the upper levels exploring and wondering what it would be like to go down there every day as a part of your normal life and trade. I love that the game focuses on this type of game play. I want to explore that area and interact with all the creatures. I have to try this game out!
Seems pretty rough, will probably try it anyway cause MiA.
Deep in Abyss seems to be about what I wanted, will see how well executed
Great review, I think I'll get this after seeing what the game is like (was uncertain because mixed Steam reviews).
Thank you for watching! I really think if Hello Abyss wasn't around, the scores would've been higher. But that mode is, I suspect, why many will stop playing the game. It's not great to force people into a linear path in a survival game!
Been looking forward to this review. Seems like its under the radar as far as coverage goes. Might not be as meaty as other titles but seems like something up my alley
Music is a good point, i saw a bit of footage and enjoyed the calm atmosphere if the first layer.
The game looks fine so far so i will likely play it some time... with season 3 being a while away...
Watching this while waiting for my copy to arrive.
Hope you like it!
Got a copy of this game digitally mainly because it's sold out everywhere where I live. Going to be getting a physical copy in a week or so when they get more stock
I admire your dedication for watching the anime first before playing the game to better understand and appreciate it. Will probably buy the game later this year or early next year. Have you also watched the Dawn of the Deep Soul movie? If so, are you also currently watching season 2?
Thank you! A couple of commenters have told me to watch the 3rd movie before watching season 2, but another reminder doesn’t hurt! I have a ton of games to play, but maybe when I have the time I’ll get to it!
You did it! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
It’s interesting that you say the Hello Abyss mode seems like it was tacked on, because I would think it’d be the other way around. I think labeling it as a tutorial as you did puts the prospective player in the right headspace for that. It’s disappointing that it doesn’t do a good job telling the established story, and it’s odd that it doesn’t even cover the whole first season. It sounds like it ends when Riko and Reg leave the Seeker Camp? Regardless, I’m even more excited to play the real meat of the game now, and I’ll for sure be getting it as soon as I get my next paycheck!
The hunger meter seems smartly implemented because an interesting continuing aspect of the source material is Riko talking about food and recipes, not only that food is a typical survival game mechanic, and it also ties into the nausea aspect of the Curse. I’m really curious to see how all of the game’s mechanics work together for myself.
Thanks again, Alex! I really appreciate the work you put into this.
Update: Ok, after playing through most of the Hello Abyss portion, it makes a lot of sense that they stopped that story after the Seeker Camp. That’s when Riko and Reg get their training, and it also only gets you down to the second layer so you have a good idea what to expect with how layers can differ while still keeping layers 3 and below a surprise for the player.
Love the anime, wasn't sure how they would make a game about this series that would work. But this does sound really interesting, might give it a shot.
The next question is: How deep can you go playing "Deep in the Abyss"?
I doubt they will show you the (assumed) bottom of it, before the series does it first.
I want to know also , can you reach the final one?
@@LostInSleeps Ohm you are right.
"Ascending from the 6th layer. Certain Death"
Good review. Be sure to watch the dawn of the deep soul movie before you move on to season 2 of the anime!
Already on my watch list! Thank you!
This is my game of the year I love it. It make me feel like I’m in the abyss and if you watch the anime it makes it even better, your in the anime!!! In the abyss!!! :)
I bought the collector's edition on Switch... Mainly because I buy EVERYTHING Made in Abyss... It has some of the most fleshed out and strange lore in modern manga... It's entirely unique... Even in how characters interact... Purest of dark fantasy adventure...
Nice review was hoping to hear about season 2 in it or at least all 6 layers but the anime it self just has too much to just put in a game but the game itself looks great
Is there some way to fast travel? Because it'll be a pain in the arse to travel like from the 4th layer up to town
Not that I’ve found, but you can save anywhere using the mail balloons
@@BacklogBattle Yeah, I actually really like how they implemented the save mechanic with the mail balloon, but the traversal thing is quite a bummer I gotta say, can't really believe that you're supposed to go from the 4th layer all the way up to sell your relics and stuff, or how do you deal with that?
Made in Abyss is what I would call a whiplash anime, wholesome and adorable at certain parts, then right into something gruesome and twisted
I was looking forward to using reg to fight, especially in the 3 movie when reg turn into dark reg
I don't know why people think that Made in Abyss is an anime with such a dark story. There are maybe 2 things that are disturbing, but compared to other animes it is quite tame for the most time of the story.
I grew up watching a chestburster do its thing in Aliens at 5 years old, so things rarely disturb me haha
anyone else feel like it's completely stupid to not have Reg basically freaking MegaMan not be the main character you play as it's like finding out was get a new shadow the hedgehog 2 game in the work's just to find out we are only allowed to play as big the cat smfh
Wtf you don't get to play as Reg? Thats all I needed to know to not buy this. Thanks!
I laughed at the sentence "If you know how hunger works". Yes...we do. Kind of a human thing to be hungry lol
Does it deplete your health bar too? 😉
Great review 😃 as I thought, the Deep in abyss mode is what the game is about.
Also Im kinda curious how deep nto the abyss we can go 🤔
I started the game last night and was bored out of my mind going through the story intro. I was hoping to skip the story. I have watched all the anime to date. Wanted to go directly into the original game. If I had to relive the og story would have hoped for something more than VN type scenes. But at least you mentioned it was only a couple of hours of the og story. BTW I love the anime so didn't expect this game to live up to it. More of a novelty for me.
That story intro really takes away from all the good work they did in the original story. I skimmed over a review that said they finished that in 5 hours and felt sorry that they had to watch all those story beats in Hello Abyss
I don't understand what's so "dark" about it and why it got an M rating?? What am I missing...
Lots of gore when your character dies. Severed limbs, blood, etc.
This game has SOUL. It's basically Made in Abyss xenoverse. Good shit.
They need to work on the gameplay and graphics. While I got used to it beat it while basically becoming my own child-like Ozen the game lacked the danger I initially thought it had... I didn't know the game had a fast travel system Till I beat the game. Also you can get stuck in the game if you don't have food in enough health to progress.
Awesome review. I was watching a bit of an anime and something happened and was like ....nope.
LOL the game has the same nope moments
@@BacklogBattle what anime do u like ?
@@shyguy2046 some of my current favorites are One Piece, Haikyuu, the original season of Berserk, all of Hajime no Ippo, GTO, and Blue Period. I’m sure I’m forgetting some others!
@@BacklogBattle you have awesome taste in anime but I have yet to watch One Piece. Seems too daunting
I don't understand why you'd have to watch the anime first. You kind of assume that we'd want to experience both.
I don't watch anime, but this gameplay intrigues me a bit as I like games with resource management, a rarity in Japan. I classify games like Rune Factory and Atelier as resource gatherers, because there's virtually no challenge or strategy involved other than battling.
As much as I love the anime, I think I'm gonna wait for a sale, I just don't think this is worth 60 dollars
wait its already out?
Came out today!
I know right, I was thinking it was the 22nd for some reason lol
Iv already bought it as its an 18 and jrpg and i love anime and i havent seen it so im sure il enjoy delving i n
one of the best anime games i know are valkyria chronicles 4 and blue reflection blue and some h3nti 🤣🤣things plus higurashi who was a game before it comes to an anime or serial experiments lain for ps1 is a rare gem ow and of course this one who is free and made like breath of the wild with anime characters ( forgot the name)
This game is like 70% there. Made in abyss has such a good chance of being turned into a game that is done well. I haven't play BSFID but I can see the potential it has. The series was designed like a videogame so if they can make more varied gameplay then it would be much better. Is it just me or do a lot of Japanese-made games have kind of clunky movement, I feel like there is never a real representation of physics in these types of games, and its very common in JRPGs. I just fail to see where adding more visual flare and fluidity in character movement hurts the experience. If anything it just makes something that's already good just look better, even if it's not totally necessary, but then again the studios involved clearly don't have an interest in pushing that forward. This type of game would really benefit from more fluidity in character movement and visuals. I would still play this title though because I absolutely adore MIA.
Good luck trying to beat the first boss which is the dreaded Inter Device I’ve tried to beat it so therefore I can’t do it this game is way too hard let alone difficult!!!
Can you skip the hello abyss section or does the game force the playthrough? I know it's only 3 hours but if the actual loop of the game is behind it that's kinda Frustrating.
Sorry if you did say that in your review ans I didn't hear.
Forced playthrough
@@BacklogBattle gotcha! Thanks for letting me know.
Wait am I mistaken or did the main character have diarrhea the first time it showed the curse taking effect??
That was vomit.
There actually 3 movies that sum up season 1 2 3 and a new 4th season
Movies 1 and 2 sum up the first season, with the 3rd movie meant to bridge Season 1 and 2, with Season 2 currently airing in Japan and HIDIVE.
add some alchemy and we can get a new gameplay mechanics for Atelier series!
It's kinda brutal though, given how the cave raiders throw up or bleed through the eyes lol
@@BacklogBattle true, but i kinda want atelier series to step up from their usual game and make it more spicy lol
@@rexalidus3871 I can just imagine compilation videos of waifus getting massacred by the layer curses...
"I HAVE CREATED THE PERFECT ALCHEMIST WIFE MATERIAL..."
DIES HORRIFICALLY 5 MINUTES LATER
Ooops I watched the movies first Lol 😅 no wonder I was confused.
For some reason something about this arstyle makes me think horrible things are about to happen to these characters. I know nothing about either the anime or this game, but this just screams cruelty somehow.
I did convey that people told me that it’s a dark anime 😉
why is there no ps5 version. I love the manga. Tolerate the anime. And I am interested in this. I hope the musics are good and authentic.
The music playing in the background is straight from the game!
This game is kinda a let down for me. Like, when it was announced I didn't think much of it. Anime games are not ussually very good. I'm a big fan of the anime and I always imagined how cool a game of it could be. But at the same time that it would never happen. I always imagined or you playing as Reg and using all his cool stuff or making your own cave rider. This game got the second option, but still the first one is such a chame. Having to play the terrible re telling of the story and as Riko is really a slog. This could have been so much more. But I kinda knew if it ever happened it wouldn't be
We need a qte fail and deaths compilation for this game, they're as hilarious as that one Spiderman game.
Personally..this game was a big let down. They rushed it..is better to wait a couple of years istead of this one. It looks so lazy..
Bruh I just wanna become a furry
The curse is mad annoying
I think people should always watch the source before playing a game based on it. People shouldn't play the Naruto storm games a replacement for the anime.
I think there's varying degrees here. I generally am okay with recommending people to certain licensed games if the game itself does something different (i.e. an original story) or tells the story just as well as the source material.
That said, it's a rarity, given that many Japanese games based on anime licenses are given instructions by the licensors to purposely ensure that whatever is in the game doesn't become a replacement for other media, which isn't great. They're afraid that if the games do better than the anime that there's no reason for us to watch the anime, cannibalizing the brand. I don't believe in that perspective at all.
I'd maybe agree with that, but the Naruto anime especially Shippuden is really bad.
@@civilwarfare101 Okay, feel free to think what you want. I like the anime!
@@sirmel11
Fair enough.
considering you cant even get black whistle is it safe to say the story feels incomplete at the end?
The anime is not completed yet, so yeah, but the game have another original story
What are you talking about? You can get the black and even a white whistle.
The game ends with the descend to the 6th layer.
Reviews on steam that very bland and boring repeat walks
I haven’t read the Steam reviews, so I can on share my experience with it. I stand by what I said
Must be the other mode that's better. Maybe they will add some patches and lower price to help
damn, thanks for the review. I think I will skip this game for now, already watched anime a long time ago.
I cannot imagine anyone ever wanting this game without watching the manga or anime.
I bought the collector's edition on Switch and absolutely love the game. I don't personally care about game reviews. If I like what I see, I buy the game. Why would anyone listen to a bunch of strangers opinions? Decide for yourself. For me, itd an incredible game. Very challenging. You have to be extremely patient. And the Reg bug doesn't even really matter if he gets stuck on things because he's only in the tutorial. Not a big deal.
Maybe because people don’t want to spend money on something they’ll be disappointed with. Just my two cents
I spent money on it and I'm not disappointed. Quite the opposite actually. Like I said, depends on the person. I've battled and battled and have learned how to play this game without too many deaths. I really love the game and have about 80 hours so far played. Excellent game imo. Definitely could use a patch and some fixes though.
For one thing the ainme sis name is maied fo the obosisy and not mad in the obosisy
What are you even talking about
Lol I was confused when I played the first part of the game but now it makes sense. Glad theres more to the game besides a copy and paste of the anime