While I appreciate the criticism for certain areas of the plot in this game, I really don't understand why reviewers for this genre of video games don't review through the perspective of those that really enjoy this genre. Yes, it might be a niche, but when I played this game I'm comparing to Dear Esther, Everyone's Gone to the Rapture, and to a stretch, maybe even Amnesia a Machine for Pigs, etc. I'm not comparing this to Telltale's Walking Dead because that's more in line with Heavy Rain or Detroit. These games shouldn't have to compete for the attention of those who don't find this genre worth playing. By the way, as of writing this comment, the game is free for Playstation Plus subscribers - go play it. It only takes about 60-90 minutes to beat and is well worth trying it out.
For me this is THE best game the genre has to offer, and is one of the strongest statements you can present for the games-are-art argument. I used this game on several occasions to show my non gamer friends/relatives what gaming can mean besides shooting things and swearing loudly, and not one person has walked away without being at least a little bit impressed.
Think this is the first game I've disagreed with you on but I completely understand and even agree at a lot of points. While it is a 'Walking Sim' I think how it puts you into their shoes and the 'Fish' scene is maybe one of the best examples of putting you into the shoes of another person and actually losing yourself to the moment and scene. Like I said I completely understand where you're coming from and one again you're my favorite reviewer around so keep up the good work my friend! If you have the time too I'd highly recommend Joseph Anderson's video on Edith, while long I think it does a great job of showing off just how good the story is.
Well said, the extended scene with Edith's brother near the end was incredible. This game has immense heart and creativity, which is more than can be said for other walking simulators such as the piece of trash Gone Home.
I watched Joseph`s excessive review as well, and felt the game told a really great cinematic story. I would invent the category "must-buy when on sale" for this title, as it is very short, but absolutely worth about ten bucks.
Games like these, I rather watch the walk through then play the game myself, but it was on sale and I bought. Every f$cking penny worth and would even pay more. This is hands down the best storytelling through 'game simulator'. One get the better of the story if you actually play it yourself.
I haven't watched the video yet but if you don't say buy I'm gonna be shocked, I thought it was a perfect example of the genre. An absolutely beautiful game in every sense of the word.
I just finished the review and wait for sale is fair, I didn't know you were reviewing the console version. I paid about £10 ($13) for it on PC and felt it was great value, so maybe $15 would have been a better price point for the game on console, dropping to $10 in future sales. I definitely enjoyed the game more than you though, I really do rate it as one of the best the genre has to offer unless you really need to press X when it flashes on the screen a la Telltale to feel engaged ;)
I loved the "game" also - the story really struck some chords with me. I thought it was good value for me personally because I dug the story. I can understand why some people may not though. If there were elements of choice which could affect outcomes (?change what was?) then it could be considered a game and perhaps engage those not invested in the story. I think it should be marketed as an interactive story - push it as a new genre. I'd be interested in more stories in such a format. Varying tones and styles could be great if done well. Anyway I thought it was beautifully "told" but I didn't feel so much a player as a spectator. I was on PC BTW and had nil performance issues (GTX980, 6600k at max settings) - shame it doesn't run so well on consoles.
One of the greatest games of all time, right beside Brothers IMO. I've never been one for "walking sims", but this game is interactive story telling done right.
I was having a really shitty day, Karak, so I really appreciate the distraction and humor. The ending killed me. Great review as well. The audio deconstruction was very compelling as were the examples.
Since "What Remains of Edith Finch" is now free on the Epic Games store, it means it will find an even larger audience than it did almost two years, ago, hopefully? I disagree with Karak's review. While game play is almost non-existent, it has one of the best overarching narratives and narrative vignettes this type of game deserves, IMO. In fact, it won Best Narrative for the 2017 Video Game Awards. Others have stated if one hasn't experienced some of the main themes and emotions explored by the game... Loss of loved ones, dysfunctional family, Legacy, etc... They aren't going to "get it", emotionally, or intellectually. It may seem pretentious, but it's not a typical game that offers up shallow platitudes. Players have to have to bring some life experience(s) and perspective to the game to get the most out of it.
Whoa Whoa Whoa... slow down there! You are just hammering out the reviews like a blacksmith on meth! You're going to get burned out lighting the candle at both ends, then we risk being down one Karak. I can barely keep up as it is. That's a lot of content to be working on all at once, even for one palindrome :)
lsik231l There’s a particular point in this game where the message that the developer is trying to get across is necessary through gameplay. It gets across the monotonous nature of the characters life that leads to his eventual death that you couldn’t get across without playing. I like all types of games and that sequence is up there with the best experience I’ve had in all of gaming.
I really want to play this game but it's really expensive even on PC. I didn't buy it during the Steam Summer sale because it was only discounted like $5. I'll wait until it comes down to $10 or less.
"And if you're not interested in that fiction, then that story book is probably not going to interest you" I'm guessing you're going for no spoilers here, but you didn't really go into any detail about whether the game's story (the main draw of the game as you said yourself) is any good. Who knows, it might be the 2nd playthrough that got you detached from the experience. We've all heard the "Walking Simulator vs. Game" argument before, I think. I'm left wondering if there will ever be a 'game review' of a "walking simulator" that doesn't go into length about how 'gamey' the product is. P.S. This isn't to say I disagree the things you pointed out in the review. If you want to avoid spoilers regarding the story, then it's really hard to review a product that has the sole gole of telling one to you (that's my opinion, at the very least).
It was the best walking sim I've played. Kinda like walking through a Wes Anderson movie; without the deadpan humor. I disagree about the graphical/visual experience, it's spot on. Every nook and cranny was designed to show that real people with multiple quirks and interests lived there. Definitely a must buy.
What Remains of Edith Finch looks like an interesting game that places a heavy emphasis on story and exploration. That's fine with me as long as the narrative is well told and the exploration is fun. I'll admit that I'm usually not into walking simulators, with the exception of a few games, this one included. The thing with walking simulators/exploration games is that they have to have enjoyable aspects such as, interesting and cool locations to visit, a good story and of course, the exploration itself has to be fun and worthwhile. I think that for the most part, this game succeeds in those areas. I'll definitely be giving this one a shot. Thanks a lot Karak for another solid review!
Great review as always, seen several people's stances on this and love that comment at the end; seems to be the end-all of dissent lol. Though, I have to say that the swing scene in the video legitimately gave me vertigo which I assume is part of the intended effect in the game. Interesting in retrospect but, not so great in the moment.
Im not a fan of the telltale games becausr they are cheesy, but life is strange was amazing and after only watching a lets play of edith finch without even playing it myself I thought it was amazing and well done for what it was
I've started Ethan Carther about 6 times and I want to like it so badly but I just can't bring myself to enjoy it. This game looks interesting but i feel like it will be the same thing for me.
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is complete trash, there's no game there at all. It was a beautiful tech demo to showcase Unreal Engine 4 and nothing more. I finished it in about 4 hours and was already completely bored of it by the end.
A month or so back I bought The Vanishing of Ethan Carter and this off of the PS store cos they were on sale at something like 4.99 each and they were two games that interested me but not at full price. Played Ethan first and wasnt overly taken with it. But boy I thought this was absolutely superb. Just finished it earlier today and.i thought it was a great experience. Certainly one of the best walking swim style games that I've played.
Wow. You know this generation of gamers is way too spoiled when you split hairs then split them again. Just play it. If you don’t like it, don’t play it. This is the only negative video I’ve watched about this game so I’m sorry, but I’ll go with the majority.
I thought it was a brilliant two hours, and for me there was a lot I can relate to having dealt with the accidental deaths of some closest to me. It's always something that happens to someone else until it happens to you. That Edith Finch dealt with such things while still being fascinating and even humourous on occasion is an achievement. It stayed with me. Definitely worth waiting for sales though, it's a short experience.
I'm surprised you didn't mention that the bad audio and voiceovers during the comic book might have been on purpose. I thought they were trying to go for the feel of a budget horror TV show or B movie.
One of those rare times that I have to disagree with you. I found this engrossing and a great escape. Played this in-between a Witcher 3 replay & Doom 2016. Felt like a nice, pretty deep experience. Much better than many movies that try to stimulate these emotions in the viewer due to it at least being interactive. Still favorite reviewer. I got it free a long time ago on PSN, so maybe I’d have felt differently at launch price, but I really enjoyed this.
I’m pretty sure you are one of the only people who just felt kind of meh about this. I just downloaded it for free on PlayStation plus and wished I could give the developers the $20 for it. I thought this was an incredible story and nothing about this game was boring to me. Sometimes it’s just nice to sit back and enjoy something without having to react quickly or do Any other crazy things so if these games offer. This was the first game like this I’ve ever played and now I’m searching the PlayStation store for anymore Great story experiences like this
I just finished Edith Finch yesterday. Other great titles like this are Firewatch, Dear Esther, you could say Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, oh a lil different but one of the greatest interactive narrative games I've played is Life is Strange. Enjoy buddy
Great review as always but looks like I disagree with you. And that's primarily from being someone who has dealt with mental issues, ponders the meaning of life frequently and had many tough moments. I waited for sale though. I couldn't justify $20 for 2 hours. Looking back I oddly would now haha.
It seems that if someone enjoyed firewatch then they would enjoy this game, considering I really loved firewatch, I think this one is definitely worth a shot. Probably pick it up on the next sale and try to get it done in one sitting.
Absolutely amazing game, in my opinion. One of the best experiences I had with gaming this year. If you played it, make sure to check Joseph Anderson's hour long video about it, its worth it.
I disagree, I think Edith finch is the best "walking simulator' yet. You get to play what you're reading so there's different gameplay throughout the whole game. I find games like Gone home and Dear esther quite boring because they tell you right on the page. Here you get to interact with the page. To each is own I guess. Good review as always though. The frame rate issues in the first outdoor section are really bad. At least when I played it.
At last, it's on sale in the Xbox store for 10 euro. God that was a long wait, I've been checking all the time and this is the first time it's discounted half price
Thanks for this video it helped me decide this game probably isnt for me. I played a walking sim before (Gone Home) and got utterly bored by it. So i think this may be a game i pass on. What broug me was wanting to see a bit of what the game was about since its due out this month on PS+
I agree. This was a story book, but with interaction added and designed to better immerse you in the character's stories. The small amount of interaction is only there to get people to relate to the characters (and their deaths) on a more personal first-person perspective. Edit: To be clear, this is why I actually really enjoyed it. I really like books and this felt like an elevated book to me rather than a lacking video game. But it all depends on your perspective.
speaking of Telltale games, the current Humble Bundle is all about those games. if you enjoy them and don't own most of them, now is the time to spend 15 bucks and get a lot of them. some crucials like Wolf Among us are missing, but there are more items to be announced, maybe those will pop up. or spend about 8 and ignore the batman and minecraft games and take everything else.
For me those kinds of games are not really games. More like a narrative experience. (and what an expérience, the subtitles were so good !). For those who say "Lolz I'll prefer to go outside ! It's the same as the "xxxxw simulator 2018" it's just not for everyone ;) and no going outside will not work.
Just got this game from the epic games store and i have to say it took me by surprise the only other game ive played similar to this was firewatch and i think i like this better
This will be free on Epic Games from January 10. I will pick it up. Hopefully it doesn't waste on my power bill too much because I won't be able to get a refund.
@ACG: I linked your Pyre review to some one and they said it didn't exist. so I came here and its not here. I was wondering if i dreamed of watching your review for Pyre but then i saw the ink at the end of this review to Pyre review. you deleted it? why? Is super Giant game bothering you about your review? the review was positive so why is it removed?
??? That so weird!!! now its there. I swear it was not showing up yesterday and my friend couldn't see it either. Oh well sorry for that. I presume must have been some thing wrong at our end.
Great review. Personally I loved this title but I totally agree that for 2 hours it is way overpriced. I bought it a week or so ago when it was on offer on PS Store for about half price & that seemed fair.
It's free this month on PSN and I just finished it in one sitting. Walking sims are usually meh, but this one was really cool. This and Datura tripped me out maaaaaaaan, dude weed lmao. This game had a lot of really cool parts.
walking sims a rather specific type of games. They heavily rely on the story, and can they keep you interested in it, if that element is not great than some other needs to be for me to like the game - Gone Home most overhyped and overrated game in my opinion, Firewatch was great due to the comminication between the two main characters, Vanishing of Ethan Carter great graphics and ok story overall OK. SOMA - I expected more, the story was a copy of a copy of a copy of a heavily used theme in SF books/movies. Edith? I will wait for deep sale to try this one out.
(potential spoilers) Played the game with my mom sitting next to me a couple nights ago on the ps4. She was okay with it because it didnt have any fighting, lol. I gotta say I was disappointed by the story though. It seemed like it wad building up to no pay off and the developers didn't goes as far as they should have when it comes to some of the themes. Its like pushing yourself only 90% as hard a you should have gone in a workout; good job you did great but they're was still more potential that you didn't use. And I definitely have to agree, as interesting as the 2 hours where, they aren't worth the full 20 dollars.
Edith Finch is the best walking sim I've played however, it's important to know that it's first and foremost, a story. It's linear, there's no failure state, and it's the same story told every time you play it, but that's the genre. It's story is told excellently though and I actually thought the "gameplay" of the individual stories was very well done and creative. I really enjoyed how it was always a different mechanic for every story as well.
CommanderX3001 I played it on PS4 pro and the honesty the stutters aren’t that bad. They didn’t pull me out at all. It then again I’m not a picky/spoiled pc master racer either the best games (not performance but actual games) are on PlayStation exclusives. I have a decent gaming pc (which is more powerful than my ps4 pro) but still prefer my ps4... AND Nintendo Switch for that matter.
What Remains of Edith Finch is quite honestly different from most so-called walking simulators. Each mini story is more like a mini game of sorts, or at the very least a short-lived playground. The presentation is top notch, most of the writing is solid, though I took issue with a few parts. My biggest issue with this game is the lack of genuine puzzles and replay value. However, I do think the review nails it as far as the wait for a sale. It's worth playing through at least once if the price is right. I think this one's much more interesting and enjoyable than the likes of Firewatch and Gone Home. It at least knows the importance of narrative.
If you have a house like that you can walk around in, I wouldn't blame you for just going to walk through it. I don't think walking around the aveage block is any comparison to this game, though...
You'll enjoy them more if you think of them as interactive story books or movies instead of games. What Remains of Edith Finch is definitely the best example of this genre.
I think this game is beautiful and the story is amazing, but you don't have to own it, to enjoy it, I watched a let's play and enjoyed it just as much as I would have if I had done it myself.
Looks boring and too short. Will skip buying this. Does not really seem playable. Considerate and fair review though there does not seem to be much to this game but I guess the Walking Simulator (outside of Sports Games) is the one genre of Video Games I dislike.
'The Vanishing of Ethan Carter' 'What Remains of Edith Finch' 'Dear Esther' Call me an old curmudgeon but I can't stand these pretentious pompous titles!
Yeah, I just can't get into these. And I can't really call them games. Somewhere in the void between a movie and a game. Which is fine for those that do enjoy this type of experience. Seems like it does some things right.
This "game" is amazing, the writing , the story of the family is good if you enjoy good stories give it a try you wont regret it. if you dont enjoy good stories go play call of duty
as this is what people would call a walking simulator that mostly bases itself on its story, woudnt it be best to talk about that in a review instead of game play features which it mostly is lacking. talk about what fiction it relates to and more of the vibe it'll give the key story points and what not. or maybe im just saying this because i disagree with the conclusion of your review. either way by the way your presented the game it sounded like a boring story aimed at people who hate reading.
It is the first review I don't agree with totally. I admit I am biased and I can see that 20$ is way too much. But there are some uniqiue bits in this game and I feel like it is not getting enough credit (from you). Which is strange. I mean you are in parts really positive about this game. Maybe I wanted to hear "Wat for sale but goddamn get this game." I was just so amazed by it.
Ok. I only watch reviews of the games Im undecided about. Im not complaining or anything like that i just remembered hearing about this game some time ago. Thanks for your hard work.
Shoul have waited for yoour analisis,.. this game should be 10 usd at most,.. short and not really fun,.. by short ,.. I mean that gay get home game is better,
Ahhh walking sims. I could never really enjoy them. Tried a bunch of them, but in the end they were all just pretentious shit, kinda like modern art in my opinion.
I agree. They reek of pretentiousness - the game titles also 'Vanishing of Ethan Carter' 'Dear Esther' 'What Remains of Edith Finch' Pass me the fucking sick bag.
the best walking sim i ever played. amazing experience.
antony BRISSON Firewatch was marvellous, too.
Maybe depends if you can stand more walking
@GamingNinja it's a lot better than Firewatch
While I appreciate the criticism for certain areas of the plot in this game, I really don't understand why reviewers for this genre of video games don't review through the perspective of those that really enjoy this genre. Yes, it might be a niche, but when I played this game I'm comparing to Dear Esther, Everyone's Gone to the Rapture, and to a stretch, maybe even Amnesia a Machine for Pigs, etc. I'm not comparing this to Telltale's Walking Dead because that's more in line with Heavy Rain or Detroit.
These games shouldn't have to compete for the attention of those who don't find this genre worth playing.
By the way, as of writing this comment, the game is free for Playstation Plus subscribers - go play it. It only takes about 60-90 minutes to beat and is well worth trying it out.
For me this is THE best game the genre has to offer, and is one of the strongest statements you can present for the games-are-art argument. I used this game on several occasions to show my non gamer friends/relatives what gaming can mean besides shooting things and swearing loudly, and not one person has walked away without being at least a little bit impressed.
Think this is the first game I've disagreed with you on but I completely understand and even agree at a lot of points. While it is a 'Walking Sim' I think how it puts you into their shoes and the 'Fish' scene is maybe one of the best examples of putting you into the shoes of another person and actually losing yourself to the moment and scene.
Like I said I completely understand where you're coming from and one again you're my favorite reviewer around so keep up the good work my friend! If you have the time too I'd highly recommend Joseph Anderson's video on Edith, while long I think it does a great job of showing off just how good the story is.
Well said, the extended scene with Edith's brother near the end was incredible. This game has immense heart and creativity, which is more than can be said for other walking simulators such as the piece of trash Gone Home.
I watched Joseph`s excessive review as well, and felt the game told a really great cinematic story. I would invent the category "must-buy when on sale" for this title, as it is very short, but absolutely worth about ten bucks.
same, Loved this game!
Also calling darkest dungeon a mobile like game, kinda hurt me ;)
Same here! First time I really disagree. Especially what he says about the ending. I teared up. How was that not a great ending?
Games like these, I rather watch the walk through then play the game myself, but it was on sale and I bought. Every f$cking penny worth and would even pay more. This is hands down the best storytelling through 'game simulator'. One get the better of the story if you actually play it yourself.
I haven't watched the video yet but if you don't say buy I'm gonna be shocked, I thought it was a perfect example of the genre. An absolutely beautiful game in every sense of the word.
prepare to be blown away lol
I just finished the review and wait for sale is fair, I didn't know you were reviewing the console version. I paid about £10 ($13) for it on PC and felt it was great value, so maybe $15 would have been a better price point for the game on console, dropping to $10 in future sales. I definitely enjoyed the game more than you though, I really do rate it as one of the best the genre has to offer unless you really need to press X when it flashes on the screen a la Telltale to feel engaged ;)
I loved the "game" also - the story really struck some chords with me.
I thought it was good value for me personally because I dug the story. I can understand why some people may not though.
If there were elements of choice which could affect outcomes (?change what was?) then it could be considered a game and perhaps engage those not invested in the story.
I think it should be marketed as an interactive story - push it as a new genre. I'd be interested in more stories in such a format. Varying tones and styles could be great if done well.
Anyway I thought it was beautifully "told" but I didn't feel so much a player as a spectator.
I was on PC BTW and had nil performance issues (GTX980, 6600k at max settings) - shame it doesn't run so well on consoles.
Steve H No challenge is no game imo.
@@Robkinggozer nope. Games shouldn't be shoehorned into one thing. This game is a piece of art and I'm glad I played it.
One of the greatest games of all time, right beside Brothers IMO. I've never been one for "walking sims", but this game is interactive story telling done right.
Graham Gore Agreed.
Graham Gore Should be in a different genre, it's a great interactive story but an awful 'game'.
Graham Gore play rime and firewath. These two will make you feel alive.
@@Robkinggozer nope it's a perfectly fine "game"
I was having a really shitty day, Karak, so I really appreciate the distraction and humor. The ending killed me.
Great review as well. The audio deconstruction was very compelling as were the examples.
Since "What Remains of Edith Finch" is now free on the Epic Games store, it means it will find an even larger audience than it did almost two years, ago, hopefully? I disagree with Karak's review. While game play is almost non-existent, it has one of the best overarching narratives and narrative vignettes this type of game deserves, IMO. In fact, it won Best Narrative for the 2017 Video Game Awards. Others have stated if one hasn't experienced some of the main themes and emotions explored by the game... Loss of loved ones, dysfunctional family, Legacy, etc... They aren't going to "get it", emotionally, or intellectually. It may seem pretentious, but it's not a typical game that offers up shallow platitudes. Players have to have to bring some life experience(s) and perspective to the game to get the most out of it.
Damn that Swing part nearly made me upchuck... I never could do swings with my motion sickness
Whoa Whoa Whoa... slow down there! You are just hammering out the reviews like a blacksmith on meth! You're going to get burned out lighting the candle at both ends, then we risk being down one Karak. I can barely keep up as it is. That's a lot of content to be working on all at once, even for one palindrome :)
He's angry joes polar opposite entity.
You should add "watch on UA-cam" on your rating scale, because that's what it sounds like we should do.
lsik231l exactly, this is a fucking walking sim
lsik231l There’s a particular point in this game where the message that the developer is trying to get across is necessary through gameplay. It gets across the monotonous nature of the characters life that leads to his eventual death that you couldn’t get across without playing. I like all types of games and that sequence is up there with the best experience I’ve had in all of gaming.
It's worth playing
@@Name-fd2co agreed
I really want to play this game but it's really expensive even on PC. I didn't buy it during the Steam Summer sale because it was only discounted like $5. I'll wait until it comes down to $10 or less.
Summary
And ok experience but incredibly short, and highly expensive for a title that also doesn't run the best.
Lewis' Story is worth the price of admission.
"And if you're not interested in that fiction, then that story book is probably not going to interest you"
I'm guessing you're going for no spoilers here, but you didn't really go into any detail about whether the game's story (the main draw of the game as you said yourself) is any good. Who knows, it might be the 2nd playthrough that got you detached from the experience.
We've all heard the "Walking Simulator vs. Game" argument before, I think. I'm left wondering if there will ever be a 'game review' of a "walking simulator" that doesn't go into length about how 'gamey' the product is.
P.S. This isn't to say I disagree the things you pointed out in the review. If you want to avoid spoilers regarding the story, then it's really hard to review a product that has the sole gole of telling one to you (that's my opinion, at the very least).
Narniak69
Imho, no...
Played it while ago, not bad in general. Would you please to review Destiny 2 Beta!? I pretty enjoyed it, despite all the attacks on Reddit..
ACG will you be reviewing Lone Echo/ Echo Arena?
It was the best walking sim I've played. Kinda like walking through a Wes Anderson movie; without the deadpan humor. I disagree about the graphical/visual experience, it's spot on. Every nook and cranny was designed to show that real people with multiple quirks and interests lived there. Definitely a must buy.
What Remains of Edith Finch looks like an interesting game that places a heavy emphasis on story and exploration. That's fine with me as long as the narrative is well told and the exploration is fun. I'll admit that I'm usually not into walking simulators, with the exception of a few games, this one included. The thing with walking simulators/exploration games is that they have to have enjoyable aspects such as, interesting and cool locations to visit, a good story and of course, the exploration itself has to be fun and worthwhile. I think that for the most part, this game succeeds in those areas. I'll definitely be giving this one a shot. Thanks a lot Karak for another solid review!
Great review as always, seen several people's stances on this and love that comment at the end; seems to be the end-all of dissent lol. Though, I have to say that the swing scene in the video legitimately gave me vertigo which I assume is part of the intended effect in the game. Interesting in retrospect but, not so great in the moment.
Im not a fan of the telltale games becausr they are cheesy, but life is strange was amazing and after only watching a lets play of edith finch without even playing it myself I thought it was amazing and well done for what it was
I've started Ethan Carther about 6 times and I want to like it so badly but I just can't bring myself to enjoy it. This game looks interesting but i feel like it will be the same thing for me.
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is complete trash, there's no game there at all. It was a beautiful tech demo to showcase Unreal Engine 4 and nothing more. I finished it in about 4 hours and was already completely bored of it by the end.
Steve H Ethan Carter was actually on UE3, they moved to UE4 for the redux but it doesn't look all that different.
A month or so back I bought The Vanishing of Ethan Carter and this off of the PS store cos they were on sale at something like 4.99 each and they were two games that interested me but not at full price.
Played Ethan first and wasnt overly taken with it.
But boy I thought this was absolutely superb. Just finished it earlier today and.i thought it was a great experience. Certainly one of the best walking swim style games that I've played.
Another quality review as I've come to expect from you Karak. Just curious what happened to the old school intro you used to have?
nothing
Wow. You know this generation of gamers is way too spoiled when you split hairs then split them again.
Just play it. If you don’t like it, don’t play it. This is the only negative video I’ve watched about this game so I’m sorry, but I’ll go with the majority.
I thought it was a brilliant two hours, and for me there was a lot I can relate to having dealt with the accidental deaths of some closest to me. It's always something that happens to someone else until it happens to you. That Edith Finch dealt with such things while still being fascinating and even humourous on occasion is an achievement. It stayed with me.
Definitely worth waiting for sales though, it's a short experience.
Firewatch FTW! Seriously though that game is really good and has a deep meaning.
Eh I didn't like Firewatch at all but Edith Finch is amazing
I'm surprised you didn't mention that the bad audio and voiceovers during the comic book might have been on purpose. I thought they were trying to go for the feel of a budget horror TV show or B movie.
That was my thought too. I'd have thought this guy would know that.
One of those rare times that I have to disagree with you. I found this engrossing and a great escape. Played this in-between a Witcher 3 replay & Doom 2016. Felt like a nice, pretty deep experience. Much better than many movies that try to stimulate these emotions in the viewer due to it at least being interactive.
Still favorite reviewer. I got it free a long time ago on PSN, so maybe I’d have felt differently at launch price, but I really enjoyed this.
I’m pretty sure you are one of the only people who just felt kind of meh about this. I just downloaded it for free on PlayStation plus and wished I could give the developers the $20 for it. I thought this was an incredible story and nothing about this game was boring to me. Sometimes it’s just nice to sit back and enjoy something without having to react quickly or do Any other crazy things so if these games offer. This was the first game like this I’ve ever played and now I’m searching the PlayStation store for anymore Great story experiences like this
I just finished Edith Finch yesterday. Other great titles like this are Firewatch, Dear Esther, you could say Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, oh a lil different but one of the greatest interactive narrative games I've played is Life is Strange. Enjoy buddy
Lol, loved the comment at the end. I will surely support you on patreon once i finish some debts. Love your work
Thanks for yet another review, Joe.
Great review as always but looks like I disagree with you. And that's primarily from being someone who has dealt with mental issues, ponders the meaning of life frequently and had many tough moments. I waited for sale though. I couldn't justify $20 for 2 hours. Looking back I oddly would now haha.
CaliforniaHP It’s free now for PSplus, never played it till last weekend, but i definitely would have paid $20
Thanks, I really had no idea what it played like after the IGN review.
I loved firewatch, returned vanishing of Ethan cater for 3 bucks back after steam sale...I hope I'll like this.
good review
Would love to see you do a review of Play Dead's game - Inside.
It seems that if someone enjoyed firewatch then they would enjoy this game, considering I really loved firewatch, I think this one is definitely worth a shot. Probably pick it up on the next sale and try to get it done in one sitting.
Thats how i thought it would be too
Absolutely amazing game, in my opinion. One of the best experiences I had with gaming this year. If you played it, make sure to check Joseph Anderson's hour long video about it, its worth it.
I disagree, I think Edith finch is the best "walking simulator' yet. You get to play what you're reading so there's different gameplay throughout the whole game. I find games like Gone home and Dear esther quite boring because they tell you right on the page. Here you get to interact with the page. To each is own I guess. Good review as always though. The frame rate issues in the first outdoor section are really bad. At least when I played it.
At last, it's on sale in the Xbox store for 10 euro. God that was a long wait, I've been checking all the time and this is the first time it's discounted half price
Thanks for this video it helped me decide this game probably isnt for me. I played a walking sim before (Gone Home) and got utterly bored by it. So i think this may be a game i pass on. What broug me was wanting to see a bit of what the game was about since its due out this month on PS+
I agree. This was a story book, but with interaction added and designed to better immerse you in the character's stories. The small amount of interaction is only there to get people to relate to the characters (and their deaths) on a more personal first-person perspective.
Edit: To be clear, this is why I actually really enjoyed it. I really like books and this felt like an elevated book to me rather than a lacking video game. But it all depends on your perspective.
The wrong person gave his opinion, This is THE BEST WALKING SIM GAME
Better late than never, i guess. Great game with an awesome story-telling.
The fish level is quite something...
"the inhabitants of house 'what-the-fuck' "
speaking of Telltale games, the current Humble Bundle is all about those games. if you enjoy them and don't own most of them, now is the time to spend 15 bucks and get a lot of them. some crucials like Wolf Among us are missing, but there are more items to be announced, maybe those will pop up.
or spend about 8 and ignore the batman and minecraft games and take everything else.
For me those kinds of games are not really games. More like a narrative experience. (and what an expérience, the subtitles were so good !). For those who say "Lolz I'll prefer to go outside ! It's the same as the "xxxxw simulator 2018" it's just not for everyone ;) and no going outside will not work.
To be fair the outside has better visuals and interactivity.
Hey if you're willing to do older game reviews - would you mind reviewing hollow knight? The game you previewed to us a while back?
I could hear the smile as you peaced out on this one lol.
Plan on doing a Sundered review? Pretty please?
I really enjoyed the lack of forced jokes in this one.
Just got this game from the epic games store and i have to say it took me by surprise the only other game ive played similar to this was firewatch and i think i like this better
I forgo about this one. It still looks like a nice experience, but if it's too expensive; I'll wait:)
This will be free on Epic Games from January 10. I will pick it up. Hopefully it doesn't waste on my power bill too much because I won't be able to get a refund.
@ACG: I linked your Pyre review to some one and they said it didn't exist. so I came here and its not here. I was wondering if i dreamed of watching your review for Pyre but then i saw the ink at the end of this review to Pyre review.
you deleted it? why? Is super Giant game bothering you about your review? the review was positive so why is it removed?
uhm its right there ua-cam.com/video/90N9RcFMqu0/v-deo.html its never been moved
??? That so weird!!! now its there. I swear it was not showing up yesterday and my friend couldn't see it either.
Oh well sorry for that. I presume must have been some thing wrong at our end.
Great review. Personally I loved this title but I totally agree that for 2 hours it is way overpriced. I bought it a week or so ago when it was on offer on PS Store for about half price & that seemed fair.
I don't think it's overpriced. I got way more out of the game then I did others that I spent 60.
It's free now until the 24th of January 2019. I just got it.
It's free this month on PSN and I just finished it in one sitting. Walking sims are usually meh, but this one was really cool. This and Datura tripped me out maaaaaaaan, dude weed lmao.
This game had a lot of really cool parts.
I love walking sims. Firewatch, Soma, this, very unique experiences!
walking sims a rather specific type of games. They heavily rely on the story, and can they keep you interested in it, if that element is not great than some other needs to be for me to like the game - Gone Home most overhyped and overrated game in my opinion, Firewatch was great due to the comminication between the two main characters, Vanishing of Ethan Carter great graphics and ok story overall OK. SOMA - I expected more, the story was a copy of a copy of a copy of a heavily used theme in SF books/movies.
Edith? I will wait for deep sale to try this one out.
Don't care for the game, just here to watch the review since this is one of the better (Or best?) review youtube pages.
(potential spoilers)
Played the game with my mom sitting next to me a couple nights ago on the ps4. She was okay with it because it didnt have any fighting, lol.
I gotta say I was disappointed by the story though. It seemed like it wad building up to no pay off and the developers didn't goes as far as they should have when it comes to some of the themes.
Its like pushing yourself only 90% as hard a you should have gone in a workout; good job you did great but they're was still more potential that you didn't use.
And I definitely have to agree, as interesting as the 2 hours where, they aren't worth the full 20 dollars.
I'm curious to know what your mom thought of it, particularly if she shared the same disappointments with the story and some wasted potential.
Edith Finch is f'n amazing!
Edith Finch is the best walking sim I've played however, it's important to know that it's first and foremost, a story. It's linear, there's no failure state, and it's the same story told every time you play it, but that's the genre. It's story is told excellently though and I actually thought the "gameplay" of the individual stories was very well done and creative. I really enjoyed how it was always a different mechanic for every story as well.
award for best narrative
Can you do fortnite im really torn on it should I buy it or wait for the free one in 18
Loved this game! It's quite the tear jerker.
if you don't want performance issues just play it on pc
CommanderX3001 I played it on PS4 pro and the honesty the stutters aren’t that bad. They didn’t pull me out at all. It then again I’m not a picky/spoiled pc master racer either the best games (not performance but actual games) are on PlayStation exclusives. I have a decent gaming pc (which is more powerful than my ps4 pro) but still prefer my ps4... AND Nintendo Switch for that matter.
Great review, but I just can't enjoy walking simulators. I'd rather just go outside and walk.
Cherry Pauper there fun if they have a good story, but that's mostly all, it could maybe work in vr though
What Remains of Edith Finch is quite honestly different from most so-called walking simulators. Each mini story is more like a mini game of sorts, or at the very least a short-lived playground. The presentation is top notch, most of the writing is solid, though I took issue with a few parts. My biggest issue with this game is the lack of genuine puzzles and replay value. However, I do think the review nails it as far as the wait for a sale. It's worth playing through at least once if the price is right. I think this one's much more interesting and enjoyable than the likes of Firewatch and Gone Home. It at least knows the importance of narrative.
If you have a house like that you can walk around in, I wouldn't blame you for just going to walk through it. I don't think walking around the aveage block is any comparison to this game, though...
I liked Ethan Carter, and Dear Esther. Maybe a bit of Rapture too.
You'll enjoy them more if you think of them as interactive story books or movies instead of games.
What Remains of Edith Finch is definitely the best example of this genre.
you should have waited for that steam sale...i got it for like a couple bucks, so it was like $1 an hour of gameplay.
Looks like Firewatch being a walking sim. That game was so gripping though
I think this game is beautiful and the story is amazing, but you don't have to own it, to enjoy it, I watched a let's play and enjoyed it just as much as I would have if I had done it myself.
The game is like firewatch it focuses on the story and artstyle
You should have played this on PC. Everything you complained about is nonexistent on PC. It's like we played two different games. 10/10 game.
Looks boring and too short. Will skip buying this. Does not really seem playable. Considerate and fair review though there does not seem to be much to this game but I guess the Walking Simulator (outside of Sports Games) is the one genre of Video Games I dislike.
LOL "gameplay?? There is barely any" Great review karak 😀
Realscorpion82 Fuck off. It's beautiful, unique, weird and artistic at the same time.
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE this game.
game looks trippy as balls!
So it's a movie not a video game.
why didnt you start this by explaining what the game is about?
Lewis!
Love the amount of reviews, but make sure you don't get burnt out and end up phoning them in.
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what?
ACG Better than Angry Joe Show 🙃😀
Gold berg for sure!
'The Vanishing of Ethan Carter' 'What Remains of Edith Finch' 'Dear Esther' Call me an old curmudgeon but I can't stand these pretentious pompous titles!
Well, free for PS Plus.
Yeah, I just can't get into these. And I can't really call them games. Somewhere in the void between a movie and a game.
Which is fine for those that do enjoy this type of experience. Seems like it does some things right.
This "game" is amazing, the writing , the story of the family is good if you enjoy good stories give it a try you wont regret it. if you dont enjoy good stories go play call of duty
U can get this for free a week from now on epic
Can we expect a fortnite review?
as this is what people would call a walking simulator that mostly bases itself on its story, woudnt it be best to talk about that in a review instead of game play features which it mostly is lacking. talk about what fiction it relates to and more of the vibe it'll give the key story points and what not. or maybe im just saying this because i disagree with the conclusion of your review. either way by the way your presented the game it sounded like a boring story aimed at people who hate reading.
yep thats what it is
It is the first review I don't agree with totally. I admit I am biased and I can see that 20$ is way too much. But there are some uniqiue bits in this game and I feel like it is not getting enough credit (from you). Which is strange. I mean you are in parts really positive about this game. Maybe I wanted to hear "Wat for sale but goddamn get this game." I was just so amazed by it.
lol maybe :)
Gameplay is king not story.
Why these walking sims have these stupid uncreative names? What remains of edit finch, everybody's gone to the rupture, vanishing of ethan cart/ver?
Played this through today. Found it quite ‘troubling’. Really good experience. More of a book / story that you watch rather than a ‘game’.
Thank you for announcing this is a walking simulator, this way I was able to stop and find another one of your videos to watch :)
This looks like a great visual novel. Not a "game", and certainly not something I'd pay for.
SithisHimself same here.
Late review didnt this game came out like couple months ago or something.
...explained right at starting of video...
Ok. I only watch reviews of the games Im undecided about. Im not complaining or anything like that i just remembered hearing about this game some time ago. Thanks for your hard work.
Sup kerik xoxo
Will there be a Fortnite review soon ?
I only trust 2 reviewers ... and one of them is busy at coxcon :D
Looks like a good ps+ title otherwise I probably won't ever play it
Shoul have waited for yoour analisis,.. this game should be 10 usd at most,.. short and not really fun,.. by short ,.. I mean that gay get home game is better,
just a walking sim...
It is a walking sim...
“Story-interactive game” would be a nicer way to put it though but “Walking Sim” is exceptional...
Just watch it on youtube for free and you'll get the same experience.
Hard pass. Thanks for the review.
Ahhh walking sims. I could never really enjoy them. Tried a bunch of them, but in the end they were all just pretentious shit, kinda like modern art in my opinion.
I agree. They reek of pretentiousness - the game titles also 'Vanishing of Ethan Carter' 'Dear Esther' 'What Remains of Edith Finch' Pass me the fucking sick bag.
virtual tours aren't games. Not interested.