The Guru's Ultimate Metroidvania Tier List: Wrap-Up Metroidvania Month

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  • @isaacq517
    @isaacq517 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Farewell to this series, and thanks for all the hard work you put into it!

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I’m sure I’ll replace it with something new soon. There are so many games on this list I wanna amend 😆

  • @tvav69
    @tvav69 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    It’s cool that you are about as old as I am and you’ve been around for the entire history of videogames like I have. From the late 70s to now it’s been a wild ride to see the changes take place in graphics and gameplay. It’s been awesome. And it makes me very grateful. Thanks so much. Love yr channel too!! ✌🏻😊

  • @JJ-bk9qb
    @JJ-bk9qb 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Best dedicated metroidvania channel on the net . I'll miss this series but I look forward to the next 👍

  • @BataviaJams
    @BataviaJams 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Justice for Grime! It’s AT LEAST high A tier. Hopefully the sequel will get its flowers.

    • @seriytrueform2321
      @seriytrueform2321 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Sadly he didn't mentioned absolutely stunning and gorheous NG+ mode, that changes attack pattterns of every single enemy and bosses that makes it much harder even with all mobility skills. Sequel is looking way more uglier and i absolutely love it.

  • @Wolfdette
    @Wolfdette 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just discovered your channel and have binged this series the last few weeks, thanks to you I have added A LOT of new games on my steam wishlist haha
    I don't always agree with you with games I have played, but you do make really great objective arguments which makes me know which games are for me and which are not.
    I am a bit sad that you don't continue this series though, because for me it was an easy way to discover new games without having to watch a video solely about it. The total time talked about a game may be the same, but it somehow feels easier to digest in this format.
    Would you consider making a short video once in a while to talk about the games you newly added, maybe with a one sentence synopsis and a bit of footage (maybe 30 seconds per game or so) so people like me know what to look for?
    I did subscribe to your channel anyhow so maybe I'll rewatch your olde videos anyway. Keep up the good work!

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      That’s a really good idea! I think I’ll do that. Thanks for the idea! Maybe a monthly update?
      I’m glad you appreciate the series. I’ve found a lot of people disagree with me, and that’s perfectly fine. At the end the day, only you know what’s good for you, and if my ramblings can guide you in any way, then I’ve done my job 😆

    • @Wolfdette
      @Wolfdette 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @MetroidvaniaGuru yeah a monthly update would be a great idea!
      And I think your ramblings are great, because you really make objective arguments for everything. I really disliked Grime for instance and would've known it wasn't a game for me if I had watched your video beforehand, even though you praised it highly.
      Afterimage was a game I also disliked but your video praising it makes me want to give it another go. I did like it at first but played in normal which was more a story mode than anything else, it was so easy. I played around 15 hours before I realised this and people told me I should start over on the harder setting but I didn't have it in me to try again. Thanks to your video I will try it again though, maybe it will click, maybe not, but at least I gave it a try

  • @GarredHATES
    @GarredHATES 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Valdis Story is my favorite Metroidvania of all time, thank you for covering it.

  • @ShadowGlizzardMoneyGang
    @ShadowGlizzardMoneyGang 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Hi! I am the one speedrunner of OUTBUDDIES DX, and I help route runs for Rebel Transmute (getting a big update soon!). Here's some notes for OUTBUDDIES I'm writing as I'm watching the review.
    - My favorite part of the platforming personally is the mechanic involving shooting down in the air with your gun, specifically the Seahorse Revolver/green gun. You can use it to propel yourself higher very slightly, and I find its actually a great platforming aid, letting you cross certain gaps much easier, scale things further (esp w/ Charge Shot), and overall adds a layer to the game that I find fun.
    - The "DX" part is due to how many updates the game got that effectively felt like the game received a "Directors Cut", if I remember the Dev's reasoning
    - The pixel art is scaleless! The pixel art keeps its fidelity no matter the screen resolution
    - I do agree that the game does frankly have some really confusing progression to it, the distinct lack of NPCs around the map or very obvious "HEY SOMETHIN INTERESTING HERE" type landmarks/platforms doesn't help it. The Dev tried rectifying this with adding exclamation points on the map in certain rooms to indicate just that, with limited success imo.
    - The game's bosses are genuinely some of the most difficult parts of this game, especially the final boss. The game lacks any type of permanent health upgrades, with only temporary +5 health upgrades you can get before bosses that cost a Treasure of the Old One each to get.
    I hope someday, the game can get a sequel of some kind, with a more refined approach to the design the original had gameplay wise, and more lore bits to chew on. Overall, I agree w/ your ranking :-)

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks for sharing your insights, especially the exclamation points on the map. I’m not certain if I forgot about those or if they didn’t exist when I played the game.

  • @LuciferHunter-kt7pm
    @LuciferHunter-kt7pm 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I love Deedlit! Really had the SOTN vibes!

  • @trunks2585
    @trunks2585 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks to you and your teir list I have a solid idea of what MVs I want to tackle in the future. Keep up the great work. I also expect along with tackling newer MVs as they drop, you'll be wanting to hit up the classics. I could hear the pain in your voice from realizing you haven't done a standalone review of super metroid. It might also be worth doing reviews of more....controversial titles, see how you put your own spin on things. There's a certain casual nature in how you talk about games, despite the fact that what you say is structured. I'd love to listen to you talk about the prime games, or the hot button topic of Other M.

  • @marcosousa4029
    @marcosousa4029 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing stuff!

  • @FeelinKindaGrey
    @FeelinKindaGrey 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Is there anywhere I can see a static pic of the tier list?

  • @jeremiaholin2859
    @jeremiaholin2859 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for your mv tier list I have a PS5 and am new to mv and am trying to buy all physical mv games for PS4 and PS5. Awesome reviews and again thank you so much for all the time and heart you put into your lists

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! I really appreciate the kind words 🙏

  • @oatie751
    @oatie751 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    It's a shame to see this series go, I think it's a bit of a shame you didn't get to replay and possibly re-rank Aestik now that the DLC is out (and some other small things), I look forward to whatever you do next!

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      I have another series called “Metroidvania Revisited” where I replay MVs that have received updates and re-rank them. I’ll definitely be doing Aestik soon.

    • @oatie751
      @oatie751 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@MetroidvaniaGuru Oo that sounds interesting, I think the dlc did well for platforming, and optional challenge

  • @uptownvapor
    @uptownvapor 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey Great job!!! I just finished Islets, it was FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @zeldamaster52
    @zeldamaster52 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Should be noted that Rebel Transmute is getting a major content patch on Jan. 6th that heavily updates the base game with inclusions like a new gun, save warping, and a redesigned map.

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for letting me know. I unfortunately had this video finished and uploaded before that update’s announcement, but I’ll be sure to play it and make a video when it comes out.

  • @pda1799
    @pda1799 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    And Soldiers is a perfect example. Now I’m stuck at the Pyramid… and haven’t touched the game for over 2 months… what to do? I like it a lot though.

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Man, that pyramid made me quit 😆

  • @pda1799
    @pda1799 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You are 100% right. The worst adult thing you face as a MVfan? - you drop a game for a few weeks and the it just gets lost on you.
    MC/HNY - it’s 23.27, I’m drinking whisky and waiting for some work to get done. While watching this video.
    Adult life….

  • @toryficarola
    @toryficarola 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very aaaaaawesooooome list! Say, will you be also covering Rebel Transmute on your channel someday?

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! And here’s Rebel Transmute for you:
      th-cam.com/video/3NKXX7LpaN8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=W2Xq0408Nu7gw5BR

    • @toryficarola
      @toryficarola 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @MetroidvaniaGuru Oh shnapp! You're amazing. Should have known you already covered it earlier this year. ^_^

  • @awakenedsoul2638
    @awakenedsoul2638 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Record Of Lodoss War: Deedlit In Wonder Labyrinth ONLY C TIER? Man same assets Team Lady Bug used in Touhou Luna Nights! Why only C Tier? I FULLY DISAGREE! This should be at least A Tier!

    • @guiyome7619
      @guiyome7619 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Totally agree !😊

    • @lfenrych
      @lfenrych 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I mean you're not obliged to agree but he explained why only C tier, that's what the video is about.

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      It’s cool we disagree. I will say I like Deedlit and think it’s a good game. This list is to just prioritize MVs by their MV-ness. If someone looks at Deedlit and thinks they’ll love it, I say give it a shot.

    • @awakenedsoul2638
      @awakenedsoul2638 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@lfenrych
      That is why it is disagreeable! He explained so I as well explained my reason.

    • @shaunmartinell5825
      @shaunmartinell5825 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I agree with MVG, C tier Metroidvania.

  • @d00mnoodle24
    @d00mnoodle24 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I really liked how smooth record of lodos war played so it's B tier for me. Moonlight pulse was tons of fun and a perfect microvania although it's not that small, high B tier for me. I absolutely hate rebel transmute being the 2nd worst MV i played after that terrible game monster boy and the cursed Kingdom. Grime is alright but unfortunately the studio is based in a country that's doing some horrible things. I'm being vague to avoid offending anyone but my conscience doesn't allow me to recommend it and i will not be picking up the sequel before it's resolved.

  • @QuillpigGaming
    @QuillpigGaming 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    love the art style for Valdis Story

  • @toryficarola
    @toryficarola 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Where would you place The Last Faith on the Tier List!?

  • @CerealKiller
    @CerealKiller 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Merry Chrimbo!

  • @guiyome7619
    @guiyome7619 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Deedlit is a type of MV i'd like to see more. Really rpg based while we're taking a look at the combat system, we're not getting lost too much and there's not the "what am i supposed to do now" that made me quit sometimes (especially hollow knight. I think this game's really overrated when we look to the whole MV scene developped afterward).
    Deedlit story actually touched me a lot, it's simple and learns you something.
    And exploding ennemies is a bunch of fun.
    I'd recommand it to MV newcomers alongside Gesalt steam and Cinder which was amazing as well.

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      100% agree that both Deedlit and Gestalt are great for MV newcomers.

  • @ileonhart
    @ileonhart 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I wish I could find more good modern metroidvanias like Afterimage, I really don't like those souls-like/metroidvania hybrids. Could you make a tier list of best non-soulslike metroidvanias?

  • @eyelovepain-
    @eyelovepain- 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would love to see you do a review/analysis of Laika: Aged Through Blood. It’s one of the most unique and best metroidvania games I have ever played. From the one hit/mistake and your dead gameplay. To the excellent and touching mature story telling. And with one of the best soundtracks In any metroidvania game. It’s an incredible game! IMO

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I have Laika scheduled for January, but we’ll see. The game’s atmosphere is incredible, for sure.

  • @edisito9
    @edisito9 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Which game in your opinion is more difficult, Grime or Nine sols?

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Personally, I found GRIME more difficult. I’m terrible at parrying, and Nine Sols has a much more gracious parry window.

    • @edisito9
      @edisito9 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @MetroidvaniaGuru Thank you for helping me set my expectations. Appreciate your reply and really love your channel. Can not say this enough, you're the reason for so many of my purchases of MVs on my steam deck. Wishing you much success. Still waiting on Hollow Knight lol, even though my opinion and love for that game won't change, I would still love to hear your take. Hopefully Silk Song drops soon so that this torture could end.

  • @FoxiestOfTheHounds
    @FoxiestOfTheHounds 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Grime is not ugly Wished you would have shown more than just the first part of the game Feels like you only showed that to drive home your opinion. Also loved Record Of Lodoss War back in the days!

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I only showed the first part to prevent spoilers.
      As for calling the game ugly, I guess I should clarify that I meant the character models and some of the environments. But I believe that was by design, so I don’t hold it against the game.

    • @FoxiestOfTheHounds
      @FoxiestOfTheHounds 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@MetroidvaniaGuru No worries Just think that some people might be turned off and the game has some really beautiful zones.(disturbing maybe, but beautiful) Also love to watch your reviews

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@FoxiestOfTheHounds Thanks! And I think disturbing or creepy would have been a more apt term to use.

    • @seriytrueform2321
      @seriytrueform2321 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@MetroidvaniaGuru feels like creepy is gonna be about Grime 2. Love it)

  • @d00mnoodle24
    @d00mnoodle24 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I hope you retcon Ori blind forest into A tier at least moving forward. The art, music, platforming, level design and story is too good not to.

  • @nguyenbaominh6431
    @nguyenbaominh6431 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You should try " Haak " not a great game but fun to play

  • @eljapel
    @eljapel 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think rebel transmute is getting a big patch soon

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I heard! I can’t wait! I plan on doing a Metroidvania Revisited video on it.

  • @awakenedsoul2638
    @awakenedsoul2638 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    59:27 2013 Release Metroidvania by Endless Fluff Games, Valdis Story: Abyssal City IS AUTOMATICALLY "S TIER" METROIDVANIA! This should have been the NUMBER ONE METROIDVANIA OF THE DECADE 2010'S! This can easily "DETHRONE HOLLOW KNIGHT"! This game was not marketed properly that is why this is a hidden gem instead of EXPLODING IN POPULARITY GENERATING HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF SALES! Trust me on this one when I say this Metroidvania Players! This is a metroidvania that have lots of replayability, combos, interesting characters because you can play FOUR CHARACTERS and many things for you to back track and to explore! Endless Fluff Games should get a good publisher once they plan to make a sequel of Valdis Story!

  • @indigosunset70
    @indigosunset70 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    have u tried SOULQUEST yet? the free demo....its the closest thing to a devil may cry 2d game as youre ever gonna get. try it. youll see it has the best combat of any 2d platformer

  • @awakenedsoul2638
    @awakenedsoul2638 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    1:07:30 DUDE I WAS THE FIRST ONE WHO RECOMMENDED AND REQUESTED TO YOU TO PLAY AND REVIEW THIS GAME VALDIS STORY: ABYSSAL CITY PROGRAMMED BY ENDLESS FLUFF GAMES! I recommended this game to you since 2023 in the months of May up to August! I NEED TO FULLY DISAGREE WITH YOU PUTTING THIS ONE ON C TIER as this game clearly can easily match and surpass Hollow Knight! This is easily an S TIER! You contradicted yourself here saying that you are asking for a sequel "LETS GO" Endless Fluff then saying that they are making a Beat 'Em Up now in the world of Valdis Story. If this is not S to you but easily an A Tier! This game have many replayabitliy compared to Monster Boy & The Cursed Kingdom which has no replay value but you put it on A Tier?! YOUR JUDDMENT AND OPINION OF THE GAMES IS HIGHLY QUESTIONABLE! We players have our own preferences, opinions and play style! You should now have a criteria on how you judge and review games before you put it on any tier! I AM UNSUBSCRIBING NOW! Your opinion and ratings of all the games on this video DISAPPOINTS ME!

    • @vestigialfins
      @vestigialfins 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Do you really need to use the caps lock so much? Maybe take a deep breath…

    • @awakenedsoul2638
      @awakenedsoul2638 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@vestigialfins
      This is my way of writing. I do breathing exercise a few minutes a day so no need to inhale deep!

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Hello. Sorry if this video disappointed you. We all have our opinions. But don’t take these rankings as a direct reflection of the games’ quality. This tier list is just to prioritize games by their Metroidvania-ness. Every game on this list has value beyond how well they serve the genre.
      You mentioned how I should have criteria to judge the games I place on the tier list. I actually do. I have a video I link in every installment’s description. Feel free to view it if you’re interested.

    • @awakenedsoul2638
      @awakenedsoul2638 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@MetroidvaniaGuru
      You do not have to apologize! I just said my feelings on how you rate each game! Whether you disappoint me, made me happy or made me feel good you do not have to be sorry! You did not get angry with all my disagreements to you! For this, THE MORE I GIVE YOU MY RESPECT! Many youtubers will not take my words the positive way or if someone else say bad things about their review video because they disagree with your comments! BUT YOU WILL LOSE A SUBSCRIBER, THAT IS ME! One loss of a subscriber means nothing to you now that you have more than 6,000 subscribers. Why will I unsubscribe if you got my respect? I already said because I do not like your opinions of these games that it made me feel that you do not know how to rate, review and judge a game. I subscribed to you since last year because you was a new channel but until now is a small channel but getting more subscribers and viewers BECAUSE YOU HAVE A DIFFERENT OPINION OF WHAT OTHER REVIEWERS SAY! You are not afraid to have a different view of the game rather than only to ride what others say about the game they like because of the fear of being attack by many players saying negative things about the game they want! This is bub, I just unsubscribed to your channel this early morning of December 26, 2024! This is my Christmas and New Year Present to you so Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May your channel attract more subscribers and viewers. YOU SHOULD MAKE A BIG CHANGE ON YOUR CHANNEL IF YOU WANT TO BE SUCCESSFUL AS A METROIDVANIA PLAYER MASTER! I will look onto your criteria because I will be a youtuber soon about computer hardware, games, accessories and more so I will learn something new from your critria as I plan too to create reviews everything related to games, hardware, software and accessories everything about electronics!

  • @sebastianbrenner7520
    @sebastianbrenner7520 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Still waiting for Shinsekai

  • @brunonaves7641
    @brunonaves7641 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Valeu Guru

  • @Ohmagawdjr
    @Ohmagawdjr 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Sad times 😢

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I’ll still be doing a lot with the tier list, so stay tuned 😎

  • @MikeRedead333
    @MikeRedead333 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    No Hollow Knight? 🤔

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s coming 😆. I just haven’t covered it on the channel yet

  • @angelacevedogarcia1895
    @angelacevedogarcia1895 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I dont like your opinions at all man, and how come Metroid prime isn't even on the list? nah youre so unserious

    • @blackswordsmanguts
      @blackswordsmanguts 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Metroid Prime isn't a metroidvania. It's a first person shooter.

    • @MetroidvaniaGuru
      @MetroidvaniaGuru  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Prime isn’t on the list yet because I haven’t covered it on my channel. I’ll get to it eventually.

    • @blackswordsmanguts
      @blackswordsmanguts 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Metroid Prime isn't a Metroidvania. It's a first person shooter.

    • @BboySquidfoot
      @BboySquidfoot 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ayo you're cooked man. Gtfoh.

    • @angelacevedogarcia1895
      @angelacevedogarcia1895 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      ​@@MetroidvaniaGuruwhat about hollow knight? You put him on your list of top Metroid Vania games but didn't put it on the tier list