Tales of Arise Review: An Amazing Experience and Possibly the Best JRPG of 2021

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  • Thanks to Bandai Namco for a review copy of Tales of Arise!
    A world of nature drawn with the “Atmospheric Shader”:
    We are introducing a new graphics shader, inspired by anime and watercolor painting. Characters with attractive designs travel among backgrounds filled with beautiful and delicate visuals.
    Explore a world that feels alive:
    Explore the world of Dahna, where a mix of unique, natural environments change in appearance based on the time of day. Climb over the rocky terrain, swim in rivers, gather around the campfire, cook food, head to the next town, defeat the master of an alien planet, and liberate the people!
    Stylish action and battles:
    Through the new system “Boost Strike”, you can now chain combos of powerful attacks together with your party members. Chain Artes, Boost Attacks, and Boost Strike combos to take down your enemies!
    Experience the story of the divided Renan and Dahnan people:
    The protagonists who will determine the fate of these two worlds are Alphen and Shionne. They will overcome hardships and grow together with their unique group of friends. Gorgeous animation by ufotable is inserted at key points in the story, adding more color to our protagonists’ journey.
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ความคิดเห็น • 337

  • @FightinCowboy
    @FightinCowboy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Went ahead and updated the title so it stops bamboozling people on TH-cam TV

    • @Romoredux
      @Romoredux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bandai has been building momentum when it comes to quality of the games they publish starting around or before Code Vein, IMO. They publish ALOT of games and Scarlet Nexus and Tales of Arise will both be in my top 10 games this year.

    • @idontargueonfreeapps2781
      @idontargueonfreeapps2781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Not even 5 minutes in u sold me lol

    • @gran761
      @gran761 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The only problem on this game, is the short draw distance and pop in, both on my ps4 pro and ps5 has the same draw distance at the exact distance..

    • @nucklehead718
      @nucklehead718 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Warn for spoilers next time 10:00 - 11:00 is very revealing. I already played the game but it be better if people that havent found those particular things on their own.

  • @darkhaven9119
    @darkhaven9119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    It’s been so long since a game has been so good that I can’t put it down and want to stay up all night playing. For over a year now I get bored after a few hours with most games and I was worried I was losing my love for gaming but this game is soooo good.
    It’s my favorite tales game aside from abyss. I’ve spent the past few days playing it nonstop. It’s so nice to have this much passion for a game again.

    • @asaintas68
      @asaintas68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      SAME!

    • @dersupra
      @dersupra 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I am the exact same way. The past year or so there has been nothing that can hold my attention. I cannot put this game down. It is absolutely amazing in just about every category. Tales of Arise is 2021s true GOTY. I bought it twice so I can stream it at work on my XB lol

    • @byronschwarz9124
      @byronschwarz9124 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I've been in the same boat.
      I would get bored after an hr maybe 2.
      This game hits different for some reason.
      I've spent entire days playing this game.

    • @siemprepalante773
      @siemprepalante773 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      100% with you. It's funny to read about you worrying whether you were losing your love for gaming. I find myself feeling/ wondering that often. It's a scary thought because I grew up gaming (I'm 44), and love it. I can't imagine losing it. Our boredom, might come from the fact that we've been gaming for so long, or that we expect a certain level of "quality" from them. Which is all good and natural. The spice of life is finding your groove. Thankfully, we're still able to find ours when it comes to games. I haven't started to play this yet, but I'm looking forward to it. On a related note, I tried to play Scarlet Nexus, which also got great reviews, and gave up after less than hour...lol. It just wasn't for me. I'm still glad it got made and that people loved it.

    • @dersupra
      @dersupra 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@siemprepalante773 i call it Gamers A.D.D.
      I'm 46 and will be buried with my PC, But its our generation, the first of it's kind, to entirely grow up with gaming as a staple of entertainment.

  • @austin.....
    @austin..... 3 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    The cel-shading style is a welcome look that I wish more modern games would try out, especially if it would look generic otherwise. It used to be a cheat to polish boring visuals, but these days it's just a gorgeous design choice when done well.

    • @babayaga8005
      @babayaga8005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Cel shaded games age well too...in terms of visuals

    • @jeramymcqueen4445
      @jeramymcqueen4445 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Reminds me of borderland graphics kinda

    • @austin.....
      @austin..... 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeramymcqueen4445 Funnily enough BL is a great example of taking a risk with it! They apparently were gonna go more realistic, and it looked... well you be the judge but it wasn't the BL we know and love. smart choice

    • @mattakadanja
      @mattakadanja 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wasn’t a fan of cell shaded graphics when Legend of Zelda Windwaker came out, but now I think it looks much better when it’s in high resolution.

    • @ironman-fg3jh
      @ironman-fg3jh ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mattakadanja its also much more detailed now compared to the flat monotone look of wind wakjer

  • @sitordan
    @sitordan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    After almost 60 hours I finished Tales of Arise. This was my first experience with a Tales of game and I must say I am in awe. This has been a truly magnificent journey for me. The scale of the story took me by surprise. It was epic. By far my best game of 2021. L.E: I've just started Tales of Berseria and I'm liking it.

    • @joeyxl3456
      @joeyxl3456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice bro. Just starting out :)

    • @familiarisfelinus4087
      @familiarisfelinus4087 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’m playing through on my ps5, I have many tales of games on my pc that I have yet to finish, although I got the furthest in berseria and with what 30-40 hours I played I really enjoyed it and the characters too.

    • @sitordan
      @sitordan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@familiarisfelinus4087 You are right. Yesterday evening I finished Berseria after 62 hours. Great game with some amazing characters. Now I'm planning on starting Zestiria. I'm so glad I discovered this series.

    • @stajeko
      @stajeko 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude....the story sucks balls, no options in dialogue, all you get is some comicbook bullshit every 5 seconds. The only thing good is the combat and the customization, everything else is for 10-yr olds and by your pic I'd say you're above that. Grow up dude.

    • @sitordan
      @sitordan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@stajeko Well, it's a matter of taste, isn't it? Also, I like to think of myself as a child at heart :)

  • @knightslayer6161
    @knightslayer6161 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Cowboy has such a voice dawg. The way he paces his script and explaining mechanics always has my ear opened and turns mind
    Into a sponge. This guy can go on talking about a guide to eating beans and I would just be all in for it.

    • @Aurumfae
      @Aurumfae 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@prototype8137 lol I was thinking the same thing.

    • @kolkol199
      @kolkol199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@prototype8137 Ok?

  • @james_tiberius_kirk73
    @james_tiberius_kirk73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just finished Elden Ring (Platinum PS5 175 Hours) and was looking for a JRPG. Perfect timing thanks mate. I've been gaming for 45 years and not stopping anytime soon :)

  • @KHGhost
    @KHGhost 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    My first Tales game was Tales of Vesperia it was an amazing game I pumped like 200 hrs into it around 2009. I haven’t played many since only the last two before this one Berseria and Zestiria which weren’t too bad either pumped for this one. All tho I have a hard time believing anything topping Vesperia. Great review cowboy.

    • @doomultima8446
      @doomultima8446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Give this one a shot. I think they killed it on this one. I understand nostalgia for sure, so maybe it will fit nicely onto second place for you.

    • @KHGhost
      @KHGhost 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@doomultima8446 I actually have and tbh really enjoying it at the Valley of the four winds right now!

    • @doomultima8446
      @doomultima8446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KHGhost MY MAN XD. But it's really good though. It became my personal favorite tales game.

    • @KHGhost
      @KHGhost 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@doomultima8446 Can't blame you man. I'm really enjoying it too all the characters have great personality and fun to play with.

    • @doomultima8446
      @doomultima8446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KHGhost Yeah ikr? I haven't finished the story as I have been distracted by doing so much in this game.

  • @DonaldJuliano
    @DonaldJuliano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hey Cowboy just wanted to say thank you for recommending Tales of Arise. I was skeptical but man this game is so good and so much fun. Love all your content. God bless you and your family.

  • @Terrivian_Vess
    @Terrivian_Vess 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Loved your previous playthrough on the Tales series, glad to see your take on the latest in the series!

  • @Naustrawarlock
    @Naustrawarlock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Game of the year? Ok, ill get into it. I LOVED Berseria. The story was awsome. I hope that his story is as good.

    • @Fabio82586
      @Fabio82586 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I loved berseria too. But I've got to say so far I don't think this one can content with old tales games when it comes to story. Feel more like a regular jrpg just under the tales franchise with nothing related to tales

    • @bukojoetheslapsoils8273
      @bukojoetheslapsoils8273 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just finished the game. Story was great but became a mess after a great drama sequence, around the time when the party boarded a certain vehicle going to a certain place. Everything in that place was just an exposition dump and you won't be playing for more than an hour. Just listening to exposition dumps.

  • @krylesangerbeaver
    @krylesangerbeaver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Im 12 hours into Beseria. Decided to buy that and see if I like how the series plays before i made a decision to buy Arise. I'll buy it most likely.

    • @PK7796
      @PK7796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same for me but Vesperia

    • @sion7651
      @sion7651 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PK7796 vesperia is the best tales game ever! that game has so much depth you can not compare it to arise or anyhting else!!! it is from an different era! alone the complexity of the arts system is insane! after 80 hours you will still get more ways to fight and combine arts and even alter them!!
      vesperia is the god among tales games.
      arise is the best in the new Era of tales games! buy that before you get berseria!!

    • @sion7651
      @sion7651 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Arise is the better game technically but berseria is a good game.
      story and chars are subject of the beholder.
      I did not feel anything for anyone in berseria.
      it is also a prequel to the devil among tales games.... zEsTeRiA...

    • @krylesangerbeaver
      @krylesangerbeaver 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sion7651 I didn't get super into Beseria. Dropped it once Arise started and I really enjoy it! Got side tracked with crafting in New World and trying to get to Hell in D2:Ressurect

  • @Redheadkingpin27
    @Redheadkingpin27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This game is just something else it's so bad ass so engaging from the artwork and battle story just drew me in and this is my first tales game I'm so happy

  • @toastbread2263
    @toastbread2263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Never played a tales game, but this game was so good. I loved everything about it. The story, gameplay and characters were so good. I couldn't put it down until I completed it. 💕

  • @dernopps
    @dernopps 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    On my firetv youtube app the title cuts off after "an experience i can't recommend" and then you go ahead and praise the game in the review left and right. I was plenty confused until i looked up the whole title, to say the least 😂

  • @soulechelon2643
    @soulechelon2643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Taking my time with it so I haven't been to the town you're showing at 2:30. WOW that is utterly beautiful, and the amount of detail given is just amazing. Those hanging potted flowers are such an "extra" kinda thing that wasn't "needed", but the town is 100% more beautiful and "lived in" thanks to them being there. Huge props to the devs. My favorite RPG of the last few years so far.

  • @098riku
    @098riku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Having did all the side quests, completed all the story and beat all the bosses. This is my favourite tales game by far.

    • @sion7651
      @sion7651 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      alphens arts are sadly not good to combo! and he does not get a lot as well!
      no shining dragon swarm or Ghost wolf... alphens dragon swarm sucks!!! way to slow
      dohalim and law have better arts which is just disappointing.
      get less exp once you are higher level than enemy is fucking awefull!!!!

  • @MadCisco
    @MadCisco 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The Ending Credits was.. it made me smile then almost cried 😭 the Adventure and Journey they took, TALES OF ARISE was one off the most memorable RPG I’ve ever played 👍

  • @Lloydo111
    @Lloydo111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've been a fan for 17 years and the hype for Arise is real! Love the excitment and the love the game is getting few days, makes me happy cuz this series deserves the recognition 😭❤ Arise looking phenomenal and check all the list as an old fan while changing stuff for the best! Also the art style is like nothing i ever seen! Its very beautiful and charming, nowdays you see fantastic looking games but they are... kinda dull? Here its artistic, the lighting and everything is stunning! Not to mention the insane battle effects! Look gorgeous

  • @razinghell5239
    @razinghell5239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The hype is real, cannot wait, this will keep me busy for a while

  • @Shorteagle
    @Shorteagle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The only criticism I'd have for the game would be the frequency of the voice lines during combat, they're non-stop at times when performing combos but then again, I suppose you can just mute the voices in the settings if updated. Overall stunning looking game :D

    • @zerosolis6664
      @zerosolis6664 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's tales for ya LOL but yeah its anime af

    • @The0nlyy
      @The0nlyy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I noticed that when CB was fighting, I almost couldn’t hear him lol

    • @Nursesaids
      @Nursesaids 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats Tales (and this particular branch of JRPGs) for ya unfortunately.

  • @Sinn0100
    @Sinn0100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We (fiancee and I) bought this the day it dropped for our PS5 and I'm just getting around to playing it. What's funny is we also bought Tales of Vesperia the same day for our Series X as it is my favorite Tales game to date. We decided to swap consoles today and she's about to play Vesperia for the first time and I Arise.

  • @martijn7901
    @martijn7901 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely loved the demo of this game, and made me start Tales of Vesperia. With the help of your Let’s Play I am now 23 hours into ToV and I love the game. Just ordered Tales of Arise and gonna start that one once I finish Vesperia.
    Keep up the good work Cowboy 💪🏼

    • @krylesangerbeaver
      @krylesangerbeaver 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bought Tales of Beseria and am like 12 hours in. I've enjoyed it. Will also probably buy this tomorrow

  • @galaxyomega2839
    @galaxyomega2839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This is going to be my first JRPG I ever played so excited

  • @timhigh5962
    @timhigh5962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm not an anime guy but I love RPGs. Rented this through Gamefly for the hell of it. Day-um! Incredible so far! Hitting the "purchase" option for sure now.

  • @Indiana_Jonesy
    @Indiana_Jonesy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As always, so much quality content! This isn't necessarily a game for me, but Cowboy does an amazing job, making it enjoyable to watch. I still can't get over the AMOUNT of content you push out every day/week/month/year - it's unreal. Well done as always!

  • @ROMA--AETERNA
    @ROMA--AETERNA 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The last Namco Bandai JRPG game I played was *Eternal Sonata!* This game looks really great. I'm glad you mentioned this: I hope it'll be possible to turn off the voices when they shout _every single move_ during battle!

  • @matrix7418
    @matrix7418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never played a Tales game but thanks to your review and tips, I’ve just ordered and looking forward to playing. Thank you very much

  • @Jimmylocke
    @Jimmylocke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you cowboy for being really honest can't wait till Friday to play it hope you and your little family are safe and well :)

  • @randommercy9567
    @randommercy9567 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve been reading manga most my life, quite used to attack moves being called out. I just got this game and I’m excited to jump in

  • @TheRebelGM56
    @TheRebelGM56 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent review! I am really looking forward to playing this on the PS5 when my copy finally arrives - hopefully next week.

  • @Chris25SG
    @Chris25SG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review, can't wait to play along with your series. It's been such a long time since I played a Tales game and this looks stunning. Can't wait to play this one!

  • @altyriaalty8756
    @altyriaalty8756 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i have no problem with characters shouting movesets, for two reasons..
    1. i think it adds depth to the fight, as they are desperately trying to stay alive.
    2. i'm used to playing dynasty warrior and samurai warrior games and grown accustomed to hearing shouts during battle.

  • @DMT-ix9zj
    @DMT-ix9zj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    TY CB my daughter pre-ordered it for me looks amazing great review.

    • @xviinaichi3793
      @xviinaichi3793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should be a proud father

  • @verhulstjason
    @verhulstjason 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AMAZING REVIEW! I would have kept the spoilers on the additional cast of characters out... But agree with you none the less GAME OF THE YEAR FOR ME TOO! Hands down so many things to do here in this game - Cooking, Crafting, finding owls, Gameplay battle mechanics, Amazing story, Great cast of characters! 10/10!
    It's the best Tales game for me!

  • @N0Di90
    @N0Di90 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man I've installed this game yesterday and played maybe 1 hour only. This is my first anime-like game in a years and so far I'm amazed by the story and how the game works smoothly. There is a long time since I've dedicate my time to a game (since The Witcher 3) so I really hope that this game will keep me entertained until the end. Nice review btw 💪

  • @Cognazzo95
    @Cognazzo95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first Tales game that I ever tried was Berseria. I liked the game for the most part except the combat system. I honestly struggled to understand it because I had never experienced one like it before. I feel the combat system from what you have showed us is a similar but more polished version than the one that was presented in Berseria. I will definitely look into getting this game when it goes on sale -- and who knows, maybe I will give Berseria a second chance as well.

  • @SomethingScotty
    @SomethingScotty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just beat this game last night. I dabbled in Bersaria or however it's spelled but never really completed a Tales game before. I really enjoyed my time with this. The balance and combat pacing was extremely well done in my opinion. Whether I chose to fight everything in a zone or run past a couple zones worth of enemies, I never felt like I either came out too far ahead that everything was a joke nor did I get too far behind and had to go back and farm. The story pacing on the other hand is probably my biggest gripe. I wont spoil anything don't worry. I'm really just talking about like the characters during the random world skits elude to how much time is supposedly passing, like how in-game it takes like days to get through a cavern for your characters, but playtime only takes about 10 minutes. Ya'know, that kind of stuff. Just felt like there was a gap there that wasn't bridged well enough to make me believe they just spent a week slogging through some mountain or cavern. Other than that I loved the game.

  • @4Spriggan
    @4Spriggan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an amazing game. I had a lot of fun playing tales of arise and I even got platinum it recently without burning out.
    Kisara's gameplay was like parry souls. The combat really hit to me, it was so engaging.
    I love almost everything about this game.

  • @fanboy1148
    @fanboy1148 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks to this game, I was able to put down Genshin Impact for good, since that game was getting extremely boring, yet, I couldn't stop playing it without enjoying it in the slightest. But then I finally got Tales of Arise and it was so good in all of the aspects, that I don't think I'll ever come back to Genshin again since ToA set a different bar on my enjoyment for games.
    Amazing Story, well written characters, great soundtrack, fun combat system, subquests that aren't annoying or that don't feel like chores, stunning visuals.
    Even if you're not familiarized with Tales of games, I think this one is the perfect start and I 100% recommend it.

  • @fabianfischer4229
    @fabianfischer4229 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is definitely gonna be GOTY since Elden Ring is not getting released till next year.
    Recently beat Tales of the Abyss, my 1st Tales game, which was great!
    Bought ToB on sale which I'm gonna play next along with your walkthough.
    I'll play this one as my third in the series, by then the price might be lower as well.

  • @canonicall
    @canonicall 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fighting cowboy, you need to do some audio books man. I would pick your voice over so many others out there.

  • @fabianfischer4229
    @fabianfischer4229 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review as always, Cowboy.
    Tales of Arise is my fourth Tales game (played Abyss, Vesperia and Berseria, Vesperia is my favorite, but Arise is awesome, too!
    After beating Arise; I'm really looking forward to playing Symphonia next, which I never got to play on Gamecube.
    Tales is the best JRPG franchise IMO.

  • @ombra711
    @ombra711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    when the skit came on I couldn't pay attention to what Cowboy was saying, that little exchange was actually pretty interesting!

  • @jackjohnson8305
    @jackjohnson8305 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dropped a like for the algorithm and seeing the title i already know you loved it, not gonna watch until after i played so im sorry cowboy but i will be back after i beat it!

  • @chuckrichardson83
    @chuckrichardson83 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just started playing this game and for some reason this game just feels like a tails game meets Star Ocean that Divine Force.... I swear there were easily a few times that made me question which game I was actually playing

  • @mahatmagundi6747
    @mahatmagundi6747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the greatest RPGs of 2021 by far :D. Played this and i have longed for a rpg just like it, it had so much good, story, gameplay, amazing characters

  • @expattrading
    @expattrading 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    5 hours in and loving it. Combat is fun and intuitive, looks great and the story is engaging.

  • @masremlap7326
    @masremlap7326 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Installing it now. Can't wait to play. First tales game!

  • @TGMusic83
    @TGMusic83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This review even got me more hyped! I hope my pc doesn't crap out while playing this game, since I've been getting the random "black screen, no signal" crash while playing lots of games :-(

    • @mariovilla4781
      @mariovilla4781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've been having the same problem!!! Man is It annoying

    • @sreeshnelp
      @sreeshnelp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This sounds like a PSU issue my dude, have it looked at, should be a simple and relatively cheap replacement if so

    • @TGMusic83
      @TGMusic83 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sreeshnelp That's what I first thought, but it's 850 watt. Should be enough for a RTX3070. And it's about 1,5 years old. But I read somewhere that it could be the connector cables between the PSU and the graphics cards causing this crash. So I might look into that when I've got time off next week. Thanks for the tip though

  • @barasan13
    @barasan13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Half way through the game and without a doubt it's a 10/10 BUT SO MUCH TALKING! Like man I zoned out so much.

    • @kamiosumeragi8198
      @kamiosumeragi8198 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was sunk into the story after the first part, so many questions need to be answered and learn about characters past. I never had or low on patience to read the lore or skits in any games until tales of arise. Its feel like lean back and watch an anime or read manga after the first part

  • @nairbdelrey1561
    @nairbdelrey1561 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im mid way through the game and love it, Im a huge fan of the Tales franchise and this one took the cake in many ways

  • @TG-Maverick22
    @TG-Maverick22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much for this review. You definitely helped me decide whether I want to play this game, and the answer is YES

  • @Nursesaids
    @Nursesaids 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tales has needed this for-bloody-ever. ❤

  • @arkknight92
    @arkknight92 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This review made me buy this game! I noticed with you make videos of similar games I play like all the souls games so I know you have good taste! You just got a new subscriber!!!

  • @RogueSeraph
    @RogueSeraph 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This game is on sale rn on the PS Store and i'm thinking on picking it up since i'm s huge FF fan, but there's one thing that bothers me...can you shut them up in the settings? So they don't keep yelling the abilities they're doing?

  • @Phoen1xChan
    @Phoen1xChan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel like the graphical and detail jump between Berseria and Arise is bigger than Vesperia to Berseria.

  • @adnansaleem6167
    @adnansaleem6167 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been wanting this game for months! Can't wait!
    I also can't wait to play this alongside the let's play series just like I did for scarlet nexus. Gonna be so much fun!

  • @Lakefront_Khan
    @Lakefront_Khan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've never been a Tales fan but I might give it a shot.

  • @dougwall675
    @dougwall675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really liked the game alot. I had more fun with this one than any of the other tales games.

  • @loganwayne7898
    @loganwayne7898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You were able to exchange party members during battles since Xillia 1

    • @FightinCowboy
      @FightinCowboy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't remember being able to swap mid-battle but it has been a minute since I've played a Tales game.

  • @GREATGAIWAIN
    @GREATGAIWAIN 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good review but the sound mixing for headphone users is kinda messed up. I couldn't focus on your voice, it is soft and reserved but the characters are way too high pitched and loud.
    Good review but I wouldn't mind it if you just changed the sound mixing or release the script or something along those lines.

  • @roniporter3924
    @roniporter3924 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks again cowboy. You just sold me this game over biomutant. I guess I'll just catch biomutant on their next sale. I got to play the tales demo and fell in love before I even made my first movement in the game but I've also been looking at biomutant for a few weeks now so I've been on the fence. But thanks to you the decision is obvious. Thanks for all your hard work and your infinite hours of gameplay.

  • @RRW276
    @RRW276 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is cool to get a review upfront. I've been contemplating this one because it looks phenomenal, but, I've never really played JRPG's & don't know how much I'd enjoy them, despite being an RPG fan. I did play Octopath Traveler & *thoroughly* enjoyed that experience beginning to end. That's the only JRPG I've played.

    • @FightinCowboy
      @FightinCowboy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is very different from octopath but I think it's phenomenal you can always get the demo and try that out first

  • @yoshighomi
    @yoshighomi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice vid... my only suggestion is lowering the game sound just a little more so its not as distracting. Mostly during the battle scenes.

  • @nightmarishcompositions4536
    @nightmarishcompositions4536 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This ended up being my favorite since Symphonia, Legendia and Abyss. I loved it!

  • @zikarisg9025
    @zikarisg9025 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review, thanks Cowboy, haven't played a Tales game since Symphonia on the GameCube. 2021 really is the year of the JRPG, so much that I have some fatigue by now, Persona 5 Strikers, (Nier Replicant), Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Scarlet Nexus, Monster Hunter Stories 2, I need a break before starting another one, but if I do it will be this (or Shin Megami Tensei V)...

  • @corvoargentum4372
    @corvoargentum4372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear lord the overlapping audio

  • @Legendalvin
    @Legendalvin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You forgot SMT V ? Not to mention PlayStation showcase is happening tomorrow, there is decent chance that they have big titles to release this holiday season.

    • @FightinCowboy
      @FightinCowboy  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I plan on playing SMT5 mostly off stream. I'm a big fan of those games and I need a game that I can enjoy when I'm not making videos

    • @mikejonesnoreally
      @mikejonesnoreally 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Calm the fuck down! Shin Megami is NOT going to win any GotY awards! xD Talk about *delusional!* It's a niche OF a niche game and ALWAYS will be.

  • @MrTakeYoBitsh
    @MrTakeYoBitsh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    *Cowboy* is so underrated. Seeing his sub count vs his view count pisses me off. Get this man's views and likes up. Share his videos.

    • @doubled7854
      @doubled7854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's because he's primarily known for his souls guides and playthroughs. Trust me when Elden Ring comes out his views and the amount of subscribers he has will shoot up massively again.

    • @MrTakeYoBitsh
      @MrTakeYoBitsh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@doubled7854
      Hope so. 🥂 M8

  • @jillhuhn1129
    @jillhuhn1129 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Cowboy I would love to get this game but I have such a backlog it's crazy I mean literally like two hundred games on my PlayStation I know it's a bit excessive but I can be a hoarder when it comes to things I love.... thanks so much for your review and I'm looking forward to the walkthrough!

  • @SnowCoveredKK
    @SnowCoveredKK 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with basically everything you said here. And side note, it’s Zestiria. Zes-tear-ia

  • @EDIBLEZOMBIES
    @EDIBLEZOMBIES 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My first Tale's game and it is an eye opener for what to play next!

  • @laptopgamer5680
    @laptopgamer5680 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish there would be a preview clip on all the available artes in the artes menu so it's easier to figure out which artes chain better with other artes..also wish we could toggle the target lock on/off instead of instant auto lock-on when combat initiates..still it's a great game though..it's on par with Final Fantasy 7 Remake for me..

  • @Amajor12
    @Amajor12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this game bro. It’s crazy fun. I’m playing in PC

  • @dantedisbrow3987
    @dantedisbrow3987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bandai namco have come a long way since the early tales games

  • @zukinu12skinnyp4
    @zukinu12skinnyp4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve never played a tales game before and I loved it. I don’t even like anime either. Just a brilliant heart warming comfort game. I beat it already I’m here watching this just cus I loved the game so much and wanna hear what my man cowboy thinks

  • @swagatbiswal9263
    @swagatbiswal9263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to say we are now in a time where game devs won't have to hold back on the visuals...I mean look at this game and a lot of next gen games😁👍

  • @thepilgrimstar7988
    @thepilgrimstar7988 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great review but the background game sound is far too high, I can't hear your deep voice over it at some points

  • @haraldsh6653
    @haraldsh6653 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Could be me, but the fights should have been muted, was hard to hear your voice

    • @kschmeed
      @kschmeed 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would have to turn battle voices off to even play this … hopefully that’s an option??

    • @AnimeSimp234
      @AnimeSimp234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kschmeed I know this is a late reply and you've almost certainly had this question answered by now, but on the incredible off-chance you haven't, I don't believe it's possible to turn battle voices off no.

  • @rebelwithoutaclue9387
    @rebelwithoutaclue9387 ปีที่แล้ว

    I adore this game! I’m only a few hours in and I’m already in love! Really on par with Final Fantasy and other masterpieces of the genre!

  • @lightninggaming016
    @lightninggaming016 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have never played the tales games before so to hear that we don't have to play past games is great because I can jump right in to arise

  • @SoloLVLing_VIP4BL
    @SoloLVLing_VIP4BL 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for a great review! Can’t wait to play it. Going to follow you through the game play ….thanks for sharing.

  • @davidthomas6167
    @davidthomas6167 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this game has too much drip ngl, and alphens writing is like someone said we just need to give the most badass oneliners

  • @davidkim2016
    @davidkim2016 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i played and loved Tales of Symphonia back in the day.
    Just downloaded this game and so much so psyched for it than Elden Ring

  • @samflood5631
    @samflood5631 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I actually played Tales of Arise when I first brought the PS5 for Christmas of 2021. I usually play as Alphen and allow Shionne, Rinwell and Dohalim on my team. I enjoyed the story a lot even though I had some problems with it, mainly that the bosses are one note assholes, the whole Vholran kidnapping Shionne thing was pretty stupid when you think about it and the whole 2nd part could have used some work. But the gameplay and all 6 characters were likeable and interesting. The graphics and anime cutscenes in terms of animation were petty to look at. The soundtrack was also fun to listen to. I personally wish I could own the physical cd collection of the soundtrack, but Amazon keeps jacking up the price. All in all, I would give Tales of Arise an 8 out of 10.

  • @MysticMothman
    @MysticMothman 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is there a way to turn down the voices in battle? I kinda want to play this game and it's on sale but i already get a headache just by having to listen to them screaming in the background while you talk.

  • @_Kinetic
    @_Kinetic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please lower the game-mix volume for your next vid? I have a really hard time focusing on your voice when the background is so intrusive.

  • @vincentzepeda3303
    @vincentzepeda3303 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos man you do a really good job in your presentation and deliverance keep up the good work definitely got a sub from me !

  • @joshperthuis188
    @joshperthuis188 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tales of symphonia was my first tales game and I loved every minute of it still can’t find a game like it, this one is close but I loved the monster aspect it had its hard too find a game like it

  • @delsus7580
    @delsus7580 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cheers for the in progress review. Really interesting.

  • @FerrariKing
    @FerrariKing 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you say it is good then it is obviously worth playing. I have never played a Tales series so this will be my first.

    • @kschmeed
      @kschmeed 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How’d it go?

  • @NoOne-fo1di
    @NoOne-fo1di 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Once again Cowboy you've steered me to an awesome gaming experience. Thank you

  • @TheDungeonDive
    @TheDungeonDive 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The art and style of this game are amazing.

  • @azsolus7845
    @azsolus7845 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just finished the game , the story goes beyond usual JRPG expectation and does character development/interaction really well , also decent story telling if you can stomach usual anime troupes.
    Combat is fluid and fast paced with flashy and pretty graphics.
    The biggest downside and criticism is lack of enemy variety and complexity. I’ve had combat on auto for all the trash fights for the later half of the game because it just gets repetitive and button mashing flashy combos gets old after a certain time.
    Other than that a really well made JRPG and enjoyable experience. Nothing ground breaking or revolution, but it does what it does well.

  • @flumpking
    @flumpking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm glad it's a good game. Loved the series previously. My pre order is coming tomorrow 🥳😄 x

  • @pralenkaman8105
    @pralenkaman8105 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The only thing that I miss about the tales games is the sence of adventure, I've been playing these games since symphonia and most of the games until xillia, maybe even until berseria, had all these opcional dungeons where you could get extra useful items, accessories, weapons, extra bosses, all that stuff
    With arise I've been experiencing something really close to what I experienced with scarlet nexus, the game is way to linear, there's not much chance to diverge from the main path, at least from what I've played of it until now, and the few opportunities that you can diverge from the main path, the entrance to that secondary path is most likely locked
    So yeah, I hope it isn't like this for the whole game, but if it is, it's one of the few areas the tales team has to refine for the next tales game, other than that I've been enjoying every second of the game

  • @SilverBld
    @SilverBld 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man I'm so excited for this

  • @jonathfrasier09
    @jonathfrasier09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How's the PS4 version vs the PS5? Is it just a better graphical look cuz that really won't stop me from getting this.

  • @yamahkogribbis6212
    @yamahkogribbis6212 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What I loved about nioh 2 (the game that introduced me to this channel) was the variety of builds to sample/create. Would I get a similar feeling from Arise? Are there ways to significantly modify each characters fighting style?

    • @FightinCowboy
      @FightinCowboy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You can customize your art loadout but it's not the same level as nioh

    • @yamahkogribbis6212
      @yamahkogribbis6212 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FightinCowboy i was not expecting THAT level per se, (as far as I know nioh's combat customization is simply the best and most expansive)... just some mild options. Glad to hear Arise has got some customization, and now I'm gonna be patient and continue waiting on a PS5 to magically appear at my local Walmart.

  • @FredHerbert999
    @FredHerbert999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    1st tales game I've played since ToDestiny. I'm loving Arise.