I hope Nitro rad gets his own evil nemesis that's just him in dark clothing, he'd be called Nitro Bad and they would have an elaborate fight scene for 20 minutes in the middle of the review for Plok
It was a pleasure working on the game. I joined Kao team after responding to their tweet if they are looking for a Unreal Engine programmer. They were. Worked with them for a year on the game. It felt great to help revive the game of my childhood and I am glad you and so many people enjoyed it.
@@Mike14264 I wasn’t present during the last months of development, which are typically the most taxing, so for me it was very smooth for the most time. Although what one considers smooth can be pretty subjective 😂
@@FerlinDev oh, I see! Thanks a lot for replying too! Are there any moments you'd like to denote? Like, something you'd consider marking or stuck out to ya? Sorry for the makeshift "interview", I'm just pretty curious about it. It's ok if you don't feel like answering.
@@Mike14264 The most moments that stuck with me are non public so I am not sure if I can disclose them. But from what I believe I can share: one of the coolest moments was when on Kao’s 20th anniversary we were sent out Candy and thank you letters for being a part of Kao development.
I'm gonna be honest - I feel like you've played a major role in bringing Kao back. It was never a problem to sell him on the home turf but he never really went global. And guess what you did - you raised that global awareness of Kao by quite a lot. Kao was always somewhat of a national treasure for polish gamers. You see those old Kao games as relics of their time and pretty mediocre games - that's not how they're seen here. Kao is OUR platformer mascot and we love him.
I got Kao 2 on Steam because of a tweet he made years ago. For like the first day it released, it was completely free, so without Nitro Rad I wouldn't have even tried it out.
@@shadhog0187 Oh damn. It was free? I really missed out. These games are a throwback to the Era of Color, when games weren't afraid of being bright and fantastical. And also, the era when you could just unlock cosmetics... in game, by playing the game.
@@creativeusername7951 Yeah, it's been a couple of years. But most world design is still leaning toward a more grounded aesthetic - games remembered that colors other than brown exist, but it's still fairly uncommon for the really wild, cartoony fantasy world designs outside of the indie space. Which this sort of is, and indies have been keeping this stuff going since... Hat in Time? Maybe before that?
A bad or okay game with a good concept probably deserves a remake more than a well-loved one. It gives it a second chance, instead of just baiting nostalgia
I'm Polish and I literally grew up with Kao games, so I'm so freaking happy that not only there's a new one, but it's also good one, and probably the best in the series! Hell yeah!
Hearing Nitro Rad gush over the game’s aesthetics reminds me of when I’d swap video game stories with my buddies between classes. It’s so good to hear his genuine excitement come out for this lovable little series.
@@NitroRad do you think Gex would only say references from the 90s or would they modernise him and make him say more relevant references? Like image Gex saying "Damn Daniel" or "sus"
@@sam4gaming135 It should go all in on self-parody and be as cringe as possible. Like the anime level has to be a bad isekai anime, there should be at least three GoT references... It ain't Gex unless it feels dated even when it's new.
His original design in particular is just pitch perfect. I get they were going for more of a Crash 4 vibe (something Nitro should've brought up since it's pretty shameless in places and a tradition with Kao by this point) But that original design can't be beat. You can't do better; just up the graphical fidelity.
This channel is what originally got me interested in trying this game to begin with… too bad about all the glitches that soured the experience, but glad he’s covering it!
@@skyhighlander6447 NitroRad pls I know that bot comments add to viewer engangement like normal ones, but for the sake of your audience ban the key words those spambots use
We’re currently experiencing a 3D platformer renaissance. With classic characters like Crash and b list characters like Kao, along with brand new stuff like Demon Turf, it’s a great time to be a 3D platformer fan. The genre is making a comeback after being dead for the late 2000’s and early 2010’s, and I couldn’t be happier!
I'm just happy the aesthetic is seeing a resurgence. Colorful, fantastical secondary world stuff that isn't bound to the limitations of Gritty Realism(TM).
YES I've been waiting for this SINGLE review since the game dropped. This is the only opinion I've been waiting to hear since this is the only channel I've seen take a deep dive review of the whole series
Same. I actually didn't want to watch any reviews of this until I see NitroRad covering it. Because that's how much I associate him with covering these games.
21:45 "Ït really doesn't matter who you are, as long as you get a team of passionate people behind you that are willing to pitch in a litle bit of love - I think anybody can make a solid comeback." James giving out good life advice, love it :)
I was literally watching some of your other videos thinking "damn I wonder when he'd release another video, that new kao game looks cool" and then this comes out 💀
I absolutely ADORE this rebooted game. I appreciate what the first game did, and what Kao 2 also elevated into basically going deeper and more in-depth from the first game. Kao 3 really hasn't done much at all. But this rebooted game? Man. This is the platformer to recommend to anyone that just wants to chill back and stare at pretty stuff without doing much. Additionally, the soundtrack for the game is also top notch! Definitely a step-up from what the past games have done.
By the mid-late 2000's, the quantity of 3D platformers, big and small, were nowhere near the amount they were in the mid 90's to early 2000's, but to see a comeback of 3D platformers both big and small since the last several years makes me genuinely happy. Here's to hoping more of the little guys in the platforming world get a second chance.
I think we’re in the midst of a 3D platformer renaissance that Mario Odyssey kicked off and is now gaining proper traction, so it’s awesome that we have your channel to cover that comeback. your videos are just a joy to watch in how they balance you nerding out about games with tight scripting whilst still being grounded in the filmmaking and editing side of things. really appreciate everything you’ve been making these past few years, James!
I would say it were 3 games that kicked it off Yooka laylee, a hat in time and mario odyssey They all came out in a relatively short time from each other and during a time the genre was basically dead Especially yooka and a hat in time Mario was always going to sell well but 2 indie games based on a new ip doing well... It proved that there was still interest in the genre
@@thedirectorscut4848 crash is more linear though and linear 3d plataformers were always popular Just in the early 2010s we had stuff like mario 3d land, 3d world and sonic generations
Nitro, you have no idea how happy I am to see you covering the Kao reboot! Everything's come full circle since you covered the original games back in the day 😄
I hope it will be financially successful so devs will release DLC or even 2nd instalment. Now it's basically B grade platformer when compared to big guys. It's your hamburger from McDonald's or mac&cheese, nothing fancy, but when you want something simple it hits the spot. The golden age of platformers passed, but I would love for Kao remake(s) to join the big boys like Mario, Crash or R&C.
This looks to be a love letter to my favourite era of gaming so I’m definitely going to be checking this out and supporting the devs for sure. Nice to see an old and seemingly forgotten series make a comeback!
Man, I remember being here for your channel's Kao vids. I watched them all and I thought they were very interesting. Seeing the trailer for the reboot felt so surreal, and I'm not surprised to see you review it. I just love how we've come full circle.
Honestly this is one of the best parts of living in the Internet age, shining light on somewhat obscure games and giving them their chance to shine again! Love it 😊
When this was first announced I had no idea what to make of it. I still don't, but I'm very glad it exists. Kao in Kao 2 is one of my favorite platformer protagonist designs, and even if he didn't have the same bite that Ty or Croc had in terms of being remembered or influential, he still had something to offer and I'm really looking forward to giving this game a try. I can't help but see a bit of Toys for Bob, especially in in the menu & render aesthetic but it certainly looks like they made this game out of passion for their Kangaroo buddy and I'm glad they got the chance.
When I saw the Kao reboot first get announced, my first thoughts turned to your reviews, so I greatly anticipated your review of this game. It's fantastic to hear so many good things about the game and your ecstatic commentary makes for a compelling case to try out the game. What also helps is your sheer brilliance at pinpointing and explaining elements such as the feel of certain platforming mechanics (8:14). I've already recommended this game to someone (they were a fan of Jak 1 and Spyro, which I've heard other reviews compare this game too) and much like you noted at 22:41, have been considering whether this game might be worth getting for my nephew.
Games like this are what I want more of from this current age of classic remakes. As cool as it is to get remakes of Crash, Spyro, Tony Hawk and other universally beloved classics, I want to see more remakes of games like Kao the Kangaroo that were forgotten or very obscure compared to the previously mentioned titans of their generation. It is nice that we're starting to see with these remakes/continuations of Kao, Battle for Bikini Bottom, Psychonauts, and even Destroy all Humans.
I'm aware of all imperfections in this game but damn... I do love Kao so much, I'm so happy this game exists. It's so surreal that it's 2022 and we're playing a brand new Kao game. Thank you for the video, I really like how adorable it is when you talk about Kao
I was so unsure if I should get him on my switch and Steam before I saw your review on it :'3 Also as for remakes, even Klonoa is getting one! Both games come out on all platforms in July! :>
The moment I saw the first commercial, I immediately thought this was cashing in on Crash 4 and Spyro Reignited. The art style is incredibly similar to those games, and I can't not see it.
At this point it's basically a tradition that Kao HAS to be ripping off something in some capacity. Kao 1, Crash Bandicoot. Kao Round 2, Rayman 2. Kao 3, Rayman 2 again. Kao Reboot, Crash 4. A return to roots, one might say. This kangaroo spits in the face of copyright law!
I'm not Polish or anything, but some of my earliest gaming memories were from Kao. I remember distinctly having the Kao Round 2 demo on my PC in the early to mid 2000s and it was a lot of fun. Limited, but fun. Played a lot of it, and recently I snagged Kao 2 on Steam, got to relive some good memories there. Glad to see he's back.
This is literally the first I've heard of this. I legit had no idea KAO of all characters got a reboot! When I get the money to spare, I'm definitely getting this game! I couldn't play the originals due to the series really having no traction. But I do remember watching the reviews you did. Really feels like you played a major part in getting this series noticed more. I'm really hoping this reboot does well enough in terms of sales. Kao definitely deserves a successful second chance.
We've gotten so many 3D platformer returns and new games in the past 5 years! What I've played on Switch alone and loved/enjoyed: Crash 4 Crash Trilogy A Hat in Time Mario Odyssey Spyro Trilogy Demon's Turf Kirby and The Forgotten Land And beyond what I played but would love to play soon: Psychonauts 2, Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart, Kena Bridge of Spirit and now this game: Kao the Kangaroo (reboot)! Not everyone is a winner (looking at you Yooka Laylee... but at least your 2D platformer sequel is fantastic. Balan Wonderworld as well...) but I'm absolutely overjoyed seeing the return of the 3D platformer genre with so many hits. Playing these games almost makes me feel like a kid again! Definitely going to be trying this game soon.
Games like this coming back is sometimes why I love learning about these otherwise obscure and forgotten games through channels like yours originally. Gives them a second chance in several cases. I'm almost hoping someday we get some kind of crossover between the indie platformers, ty and kao giving nods to each other would be fun considering their environments
Glad you gave it a good review. Well deserved imho . Fwiw I never played the originals but am loving the game. There's still some bugs to be fixed particularly sound but they will no doubt and I'm already eagerly awaiting the replay for all the collectibles
Your narration is top notch man, I've been following your work for a couple of years now and you've never ceased to keep me engaged in whatever video you're talking about
We live in a day and age when a forgotten platformer can not only become relevant again, but be better than before. We got it with busy, kaz, and now kao. I hope next we get a new croc game with just as much love and care this game got.
@@Exarian Gotta go with Croc or Blinx, myself; Blinx actually has a better chance of happening then most since some kind of copyright type thing (very law, much wow) expired with Blinx awhile back.
I own the Xbox version of this game and can confirm that it has the auto saving glitch. But another glitch that it has that’s not mentioned is that the glyphs sometimes fail to spawn, meaning you’re unable to collect enough to open the next level and progress through the game. It’s a shame because I had such a great time playing the first 2 hours of the game. Once I get word about the bugs getting fixed, I’m going to play this game on a fresh new save where I’m confident that everything will be working properly.
I still remember that Kao was how I found your channel. The game was free on steam and I played it. I was surprised I never heard of him so I started looking online and found a video of yours talking about it and since then I been obsessed with your content.
I’m really hoping for the Tak trilogy reviews you’ll love them some of the best 3D platformers ever! Tak 2 the Staff of Dreams is GOATED! Great work James
This channel's been showing me a lot of good B-list games to try out. Frankly, wouldn't be surprised if the developers saw your reviews of the 3 old games and decided to do this game because of it.
Hi Nitro Rad, just wanna say that before I came across your channel, I had never heard of Kao, as well as a few other Platformer Mascots you've showcased in the past. I just wanted to say thank you for introducing these great platformers to us all. I had to pick this game up on day one and I don't think I would have done that if it wasn't for you. I never would have picked up Ty 1 and 2 on the PS4, they are really good games. I wouldn't have found an appreciation for the B grade games if it wasn't for you so seriously, thank you dude. Hopefully you will come over to the UK sometime for a convention or something. Would be great to meet you and thank you personally.
Their Twitter presence while in development was great too. That was the first I had heard of the series tbh. Kinda wanna go back and try the older ones too. ESPECIALLY if it's only $2 on Steam lmao
The Kao the Kangaroo games were among my favourites growing up as a Polish kid; learning Tate were going to release a new one was incredible. I just had to tell my mum about it and she was really excited, too - she loved those games almost as much as I did. Still can't believe a new game in the series is actually out, that's just beyond amazing. Haven't gotten my hands on it yet but I'm picking up a PC copy next week - especially since it got a physical release (at least it did so over here, not sure about other countries). It'll look so nice on my shelf, right next to the original three games. Those hub worlds look so good, can't wait to explore them!
@@jurtheorc8117 I hope so, too! There's so many wonderful 3D platformers that deserve another chance on modern hardware, with lots of love poured into them. We do seem to be having a small renaissance of 3D platformers lately, so honestly, it doesn't seem out of the realm of possibility. Fingers crossed!
I didn't know this game was a thing until a week ago. Yesterday I thought it this channel and checked to make sure I hadn't missed a video because it had been a few couple months since I remembered seeing an upload(I had missed two). And today you drop a vid on THIS game. It makes sense now. It's all coming full circle. We live in a simulation........ or it's probably a coincidence. Either way, I'm here for it.
I'm really digging that all of the old classics are getting a modern remake/reboot. Spyro, Crash, Ty and now Kao. I can't wait to see what's next. What would you like rebooted/remastered?
I always had a soft spot for Vexx, especially given how it ended with such an obvious sequel hook that it could never make good on. I just found out that ownership of the IP apparently ended up in the hands of Throwback Entertainment, who I don't know anything about, so no idea what I could expect from such a reboot/remaster at this point.
I remember playing Kao on the daycare computer (In Poland) And always died on the lava level (I think, it was long ago) super difficult for me but i always wanted to play more.
I'd love to see you take a look at Dead By Daylight for this Halloween or just when you're going back to do some horror. I mean it is BEhaviors BIG hit. Yeah, the A2M guys struck paydirt with an Asymmetrical Multiplayer Survival Horror game. And it is genuinely one of my favorite games ever.
It's also a case of them doing an original IP while also flexing how many licensed IP connections they've built up during their time as a b-tier kids game developer. Never will their be a better glowup than going from Drake & Josh on the GBA to one of the most popular multiplayer games of the past console generation.
Funniest thing about new Kao, for me as a polish person is that the biggest polish gaming outlet gave this game the lowest score in the world XD The review was pretty funny too - the reviewer described Kao’s story as an anti capitalism manifesto…
As a Polish man my entire childhood were the 3 Kao games and I enjoyed them all deeply. Seeing yet another one getting released brings joy to my heart.
Hey man I just wanted to thank you for all the work you put into these videos. You and a few other creators I watch inspired me to finally start my own channel a while back! Its not much with only one video so far lol, but fingers crossed I'll get there one day 🤞Keep up the great work!
Please stop burping at the end card. I was about to give you a thumbs up but it came up and totally disgusted me. Not everyone is into that. I know most people don't care, but yeah, I guess I'm that delicate.
So happy to see you enjoyed it too man!!! I remember talking about the autosave stuff with you on Twitter, hopefully patches roll out soon if it hasn’t already but I’m still blown away by the love this team gave to Kao. Still having a blast and that ending speech you gave summarized it all, cheers to 3D platformers and the underdog!!! What a return for Kao
II couldn't got It perfect, but I wouldn't called It worst either, but more mediocre at best attempts to retell Itself as a reboot rather then a true continuation and sadly the Hunter from the first 2 games Isn't here either. I would compared It to Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time when It came to cartoony expressions, executed storywise, or even the presentation but that'd be too good for It, even on the art on the boxart looks almost close and wouldn't be surprised he got that form Bubsy being an Imitation of others. As for the voice cast themselves; I'm nothing against them since some were some Poland and not too much Australians like Ty did with his crew, but personally I would've swapped out KAo's voice for Luke Youngblood' Mitch William from Glitch Techs or Justin Briner's Deku from My Hero Academia.
I recently Played Kao Round 2, and I really enjoyed it! Sure I have yet to play through the entire game, but It's a great time overall! I'll give the Kao Reboot Game a go one day, maybe on Switch or Steam! You where the one who introduced me to the series, and I thank you for that!
I got to know your channel thanks to the Kao 2 review back in 2017, right after I finished the PSP version and was looking for some content online. And I've been a fan ever since. With a new Kao game here, the circle is now complete!
All I can say is thank you! You are, in my opinion, the biggest reason this series got life breathed back into it in the States! I had a blast with this and it’s all thanks to your reviews! Keep giving one more round to the little guy, Nitro Rad! You’re the best cornerman any small platforming mascot could ask for! 😁👍🏻
In 2019 the Polish gaming community started a campain called Bring Kao Back. They wanted a release on GOG and possibly a remaster. We górę loads more, personally I have never played Kao as a kid in Poland, but he is dear to other Poles. Now we hope that characters from cartoons we watched as children will get a chance at games as well. Great vid.❤️
I hope Nitro rad gets his own evil nemesis that's just him in dark clothing, he'd be called Nitro Bad and they would have an elaborate fight scene for 20 minutes in the middle of the review for Plok
And then has a quest to search for his father, Nitro Dad?
NITRO BAD!!
@@FelisImpurrator And is accompanied by his friend, Nitro Lad
And when Nitro lad sacrifices himself, he'll be Nitro sad
we need a whole nitro universe. talking nitro chad, nitro girl, nitro boss, etc
It was a pleasure working on the game.
I joined Kao team after responding to their tweet if they are looking for a Unreal Engine programmer. They were. Worked with them for a year on the game. It felt great to help revive the game of my childhood and I am glad you and so many people enjoyed it.
That's honestly really cool! Say, if you don't mind me asking, how was the whole development process? Did it go smoothly, was it a bit taxing?
@@Mike14264 I wasn’t present during the last months of development, which are typically the most taxing, so for me it was very smooth for the most time.
Although what one considers smooth can be pretty subjective 😂
@@FerlinDev oh, I see! Thanks a lot for replying too!
Are there any moments you'd like to denote? Like, something you'd consider marking or stuck out to ya?
Sorry for the makeshift "interview", I'm just pretty curious about it. It's ok if you don't feel like answering.
Many thanks for for helping to make such a great game
@@Mike14264 The most moments that stuck with me are non public so I am not sure if I can disclose them.
But from what I believe I can share: one of the coolest moments was when on Kao’s 20th anniversary we were sent out Candy and thank you letters for being a part of Kao development.
I'm gonna be honest - I feel like you've played a major role in bringing Kao back. It was never a problem to sell him on the home turf but he never really went global. And guess what you did - you raised that global awareness of Kao by quite a lot. Kao was always somewhat of a national treasure for polish gamers. You see those old Kao games as relics of their time and pretty mediocre games - that's not how they're seen here. Kao is OUR platformer mascot and we love him.
I got Kao 2 on Steam because of a tweet he made years ago. For like the first day it released, it was completely free, so without Nitro Rad I wouldn't have even tried it out.
@@shadhog0187 Oh damn. It was free? I really missed out. These games are a throwback to the Era of Color, when games weren't afraid of being bright and fantastical. And also, the era when you could just unlock cosmetics... in game, by playing the game.
@@FelisImpurrator Dude, the Era of Brown has been over for a few years. Most games are quite colorful now.
@@creativeusername7951 Yeah, it's been a couple of years. But most world design is still leaning toward a more grounded aesthetic - games remembered that colors other than brown exist, but it's still fairly uncommon for the really wild, cartoony fantasy world designs outside of the indie space. Which this sort of is, and indies have been keeping this stuff going since... Hat in Time? Maybe before that?
In fact, I think Kao 1 on the Dreamcast was the most commercially successful Polish game prior to The Witcher.
A bad or okay game with a good concept probably deserves a remake more than a well-loved one. It gives it a second chance, instead of just baiting nostalgia
Amen to this
Nah, it deservers that another team or person take the idea. I prefer a polished version of an already good game.
Sometimes, but having a great game that released a long time ago be put to the truest test and reworked for modern standards is usually better
It depends. On one hand, you could get Kirby SSU and Pokémon HGSS/ORAS. On the other, it can end up being like Sonic Colors Ultimate or Pokémon BDSP.
sadly for the average consumer nostalgia will always be a bigger draw
same for movies too
I'm Polish and I literally grew up with Kao games, so I'm so freaking happy that not only there's a new one, but it's also good one, and probably the best in the series! Hell yeah!
Thank you for being with us for so long! :)
@@Tatemultimediacom Thank YOU for being the true OGs of Polish game development, back when CD Projekt was only known for translating RPGs :P
Can't play them on new PCs though. I tried on mine and it crushed.
@@Tabbimura Have you tried the Steam versions? They seem to work fine on my Windows 10.
Hearing Nitro Rad gush over the game’s aesthetics reminds me of when I’d swap video game stories with my buddies between classes. It’s so good to hear his genuine excitement come out for this lovable little series.
yup he truly is rad.
You made it James, don't underestimate your power.
GEX 4 GEX 4 GEX 4 GEX 4 GEX 4 GEX 4
@@NitroRad do you think Gex would only say references from the 90s or would they modernise him and make him say more relevant references?
Like image Gex saying "Damn Daniel" or "sus"
@@sam4gaming135 "this remind me of the bite of '87"
@@sam4gaming135 It should go all in on self-parody and be as cringe as possible. Like the anime level has to be a bad isekai anime, there should be at least three GoT references...
It ain't Gex unless it feels dated even when it's new.
@@sam4gaming135 i want it to be more like gex 2
Kao has one of the cutest character designs I've ever seen.
ikr.
His original design in particular is just pitch perfect. I get they were going for more of a Crash 4 vibe (something Nitro should've brought up since it's pretty shameless in places and a tradition with Kao by this point) But that original design can't be beat. You can't do better; just up the graphical fidelity.
Yeah but the new one sucks.
This channel is what originally got me interested in trying this game to begin with… too bad about all the glitches that soured the experience, but glad he’s covering it!
I have a lump sum doing absolutely nothing at all in my bank account, I wanna get something started with it, but have no clue on investing.
wtf are these comments?
@@dollynho8832 I know right? The heck are they trying to achieve on this Kao the kangaroo video under my random comment? O-o
@@skyhighlander6447 NitroRad pls I know that bot comments add to viewer engangement like normal ones, but for the sake of your audience ban the key words those spambots use
can charles wilson help me buy kao round 2 om ps2
The part where Kaio becomes the fastest thing alive at 6:10 KILLED me lmao. Thanks James
GOTA GO-
We’re currently experiencing a 3D platformer renaissance. With classic characters like Crash and b list characters like Kao, along with brand new stuff like Demon Turf, it’s a great time to be a 3D platformer fan. The genre is making a comeback after being dead for the late 2000’s and early 2010’s, and I couldn’t be happier!
Klonoa 1&2 are also getting a remakes on modern consoles
I'm just happy the aesthetic is seeing a resurgence. Colorful, fantastical secondary world stuff that isn't bound to the limitations of Gritty Realism(TM).
Psychonauts 2 is also worth mentioning, who ever thought the sequel would finally see the light of day
@@BF_Brix It did, the Crash N Sane Trilogy also came out that year
Can't forget about Ratchet and Clank. Rift Apart is so good and beautiful
YES I've been waiting for this SINGLE review since the game dropped. This is the only opinion I've been waiting to hear since this is the only channel I've seen take a deep dive review of the whole series
Same. I actually didn't want to watch any reviews of this until I see NitroRad covering it. Because that's how much I associate him with covering these games.
21:45 "Ït really doesn't matter who you are, as long as you get a team of passionate people behind you that are willing to pitch in a litle bit of love - I think anybody can make a solid comeback."
James giving out good life advice, love it :)
If only Bubsy learned that...
@@ExtremeWreck Bubsy's newest game is still better than the original games tho.
@@Burn_Angel no
@@islandboy9381 It's average, which still makes it better than the rest of the games in the franchise.
I dont have anyone that supports me
I was literally watching some of your other videos thinking "damn I wonder when he'd release another video, that new kao game looks cool" and then this comes out 💀
Its pretty cool to see an obscure platforming title getting a revival, hopefully it happens to more.
obscure in the us*
Earthworm Jim has to come back!
@@3Hunna-sosa Actually he is coming back, not only with a new cartoon but also a new game for the Amico.
Banjo Kazooie
crazy how an obscure platformer can get a semi popular revival when beloved ones like Sly Jak and Spyro are just kind of left to rot
I absolutely ADORE this rebooted game. I appreciate what the first game did, and what Kao 2 also elevated into basically going deeper and more in-depth from the first game. Kao 3 really hasn't done much at all. But this rebooted game? Man. This is the platformer to recommend to anyone that just wants to chill back and stare at pretty stuff without doing much. Additionally, the soundtrack for the game is also top notch! Definitely a step-up from what the past games have done.
From the moment I saw this announced I knew you'd be covering it. Let's keep this 3d platforming renaissance going!
By the mid-late 2000's, the quantity of 3D platformers, big and small, were nowhere near the amount they were in the mid 90's to early 2000's, but to see a comeback of 3D platformers both big and small since the last several years makes me genuinely happy.
Here's to hoping more of the little guys in the platforming world get a second chance.
*cough cough* rayman...
Cough cough Croc cough cough Gex
I think we’re in the midst of a 3D platformer renaissance that Mario Odyssey kicked off and is now gaining proper traction, so it’s awesome that we have your channel to cover that comeback. your videos are just a joy to watch in how they balance you nerding out about games with tight scripting whilst still being grounded in the filmmaking and editing side of things. really appreciate everything you’ve been making these past few years, James!
Id say the n.sane trilogy kicked it off
I would say it were 3 games that kicked it off
Yooka laylee, a hat in time and mario odyssey
They all came out in a relatively short time from each other and during a time the genre was basically dead
Especially yooka and a hat in time
Mario was always going to sell well but 2 indie games based on a new ip doing well... It proved that there was still interest in the genre
@@thedirectorscut4848 crash is more linear though and linear 3d plataformers were always popular
Just in the early 2010s we had stuff like mario 3d land, 3d world and sonic generations
We need a new 3D Donkey Kong game now
Nitro, you have no idea how happy I am to see you covering the Kao reboot! Everything's come full circle since you covered the original games back in the day 😄
I hope it will be financially successful so devs will release DLC or even 2nd instalment. Now it's basically B grade platformer when compared to big guys. It's your hamburger from McDonald's or mac&cheese, nothing fancy, but when you want something simple it hits the spot. The golden age of platformers passed, but I would love for Kao remake(s) to join the big boys like Mario, Crash or R&C.
And Sonic Right! Sonic is still an A List Platformer RIGHT GUYS?! RIGHT!?
This looks to be a love letter to my favourite era of gaming so I’m definitely going to be checking this out and supporting the devs for sure. Nice to see an old and seemingly forgotten series make a comeback!
Man, I remember being here for your channel's Kao vids. I watched them all and I thought they were very interesting. Seeing the trailer for the reboot felt so surreal, and I'm not surprised to see you review it. I just love how we've come full circle.
Honestly this is one of the best parts of living in the Internet age, shining light on somewhat obscure games and giving them their chance to shine again! Love it 😊
When this was first announced I had no idea what to make of it. I still don't, but I'm very glad it exists. Kao in Kao 2 is one of my favorite platformer protagonist designs, and even if he didn't have the same bite that Ty or Croc had in terms of being remembered or influential, he still had something to offer and I'm really looking forward to giving this game a try. I can't help but see a bit of Toys for Bob, especially in in the menu & render aesthetic but it certainly looks like they made this game out of passion for their Kangaroo buddy and I'm glad they got the chance.
When I saw the Kao reboot first get announced, my first thoughts turned to your reviews, so I greatly anticipated your review of this game. It's fantastic to hear so many good things about the game and your ecstatic commentary makes for a compelling case to try out the game. What also helps is your sheer brilliance at pinpointing and explaining elements such as the feel of certain platforming mechanics (8:14).
I've already recommended this game to someone (they were a fan of Jak 1 and Spyro, which I've heard other reviews compare this game too) and much like you noted at 22:41, have been considering whether this game might be worth getting for my nephew.
Wow the new art looks so good I didn't realize this was remaking THAT Kao.... WHAT
Games like this are what I want more of from this current age of classic remakes. As cool as it is to get remakes of Crash, Spyro, Tony Hawk and other universally beloved classics, I want to see more remakes of games like Kao the Kangaroo that were forgotten or very obscure compared to the previously mentioned titans of their generation. It is nice that we're starting to see with these remakes/continuations of Kao, Battle for Bikini Bottom, Psychonauts, and even Destroy all Humans.
I'm aware of all imperfections in this game but damn... I do love Kao so much, I'm so happy this game exists. It's so surreal that it's 2022 and we're playing a brand new Kao game. Thank you for the video, I really like how adorable it is when you talk about Kao
I was so unsure if I should get him on my switch and Steam before I saw your review on it :'3
Also as for remakes, even Klonoa is getting one! Both games come out on all platforms in July! :>
The minute the first trailer dropped I was waiting for the day you dropped this
The moment I saw the first commercial, I immediately thought this was cashing in on Crash 4 and Spyro Reignited. The art style is incredibly similar to those games, and I can't not see it.
All of them are made in UE4 so anything cartoony in that engine is going to have visual similarities no matter what.
Yeah the damn title screen SCREAMS Crash 4 like crazy
@@TerrorOfTalos horseshit
The cover of this game is absolutely ripping on Crash 4
Yeah a lot of the Purple reminded me of Crash 4 and made me think it was just a knock off, didn’t know it’s previously existed
At this point it's basically a tradition that Kao HAS to be ripping off something in some capacity. Kao 1, Crash Bandicoot. Kao Round 2, Rayman 2. Kao 3, Rayman 2 again. Kao Reboot, Crash 4. A return to roots, one might say. This kangaroo spits in the face of copyright law!
Aaaaah, so glad to see Kao's return !
I'm not Polish or anything, but some of my earliest gaming memories were from Kao. I remember distinctly having the Kao Round 2 demo on my PC in the early to mid 2000s and it was a lot of fun. Limited, but fun. Played a lot of it, and recently I snagged Kao 2 on Steam, got to relive some good memories there. Glad to see he's back.
I really appreciate your channel as it brings to light so many games I would have otherwise never heard about or knew came out.
I had a blast playing it and Im glad it turned out to be pretty solid, hope we get more games in the future!
This is literally the first I've heard of this. I legit had no idea KAO of all characters got a reboot!
When I get the money to spare, I'm definitely getting this game! I couldn't play the originals due to the series really having no traction. But I do remember watching the reviews you did. Really feels like you played a major part in getting this series noticed more.
I'm really hoping this reboot does well enough in terms of sales. Kao definitely deserves a successful second chance.
We've gotten so many 3D platformer returns and new games in the past 5 years! What I've played on Switch alone and loved/enjoyed:
Crash 4
Crash Trilogy
A Hat in Time
Mario Odyssey
Spyro Trilogy
Demon's Turf
Kirby and The Forgotten Land
And beyond what I played but would love to play soon: Psychonauts 2, Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart, Kena Bridge of Spirit and now this game: Kao the Kangaroo (reboot)!
Not everyone is a winner (looking at you Yooka Laylee... but at least your 2D platformer sequel is fantastic. Balan Wonderworld as well...) but I'm absolutely overjoyed seeing the return of the 3D platformer genre with so many hits. Playing these games almost makes me feel like a kid again! Definitely going to be trying this game soon.
Games like this coming back is sometimes why I love learning about these otherwise obscure and forgotten games through channels like yours originally. Gives them a second chance in several cases. I'm almost hoping someday we get some kind of crossover between the indie platformers, ty and kao giving nods to each other would be fun considering their environments
I was on the fence about getting this, but I’m sold now! And I can get the classic model? Hell yeah!
Been a while since I've last watched any of your stuff Nitro, almost like two years now? This is the perfect video to get back into it.
If Bubsy and Kao can get reboots, surely Croc and Rayman can right?
...right.
I feel your pain but with Rayman.
Same but Pitfall.
Maybe
Literally who's asking for one?
Bubsy got a reboot?
Really loved the pushing crabs skit, the timing, the sound effect (you added?). absolute laugh riot!
Glad you gave it a good review. Well deserved imho . Fwiw I never played the originals but am loving the game. There's still some bugs to be fixed particularly sound but they will no doubt and I'm already eagerly awaiting the replay for all the collectibles
Your narration is top notch man, I've been following your work for a couple of years now and you've never ceased to keep me engaged in whatever video you're talking about
We live in a day and age when a forgotten platformer can not only become relevant again, but be better than before. We got it with busy, kaz, and now kao. I hope next we get a new croc game with just as much love and care this game got.
I might just give this a try one day! Great review, as always!
YEEES I waited for This Thank you ! 🎭
It's cool seeing you talk about this guy again. Alot of people probably were introduced to him because of you and that's pretty cool
I hope Croc or Blinx gets brought back next.
Glover and Chameleontwist are my personal choices. Croc's a good choice too.
@@Exarian Gotta go with Croc or Blinx, myself; Blinx actually has a better chance of happening then most since some kind of copyright type thing (very law, much wow) expired with Blinx awhile back.
*GEX*
That's it, that's the comment :/
When I saw the trailer for this I knew you had to review this. So happy you are
I own the Xbox version of this game and can confirm that it has the auto saving glitch. But another glitch that it has that’s not mentioned is that the glyphs sometimes fail to spawn, meaning you’re unable to collect enough to open the next level and progress through the game. It’s a shame because I had such a great time playing the first 2 hours of the game. Once I get word about the bugs getting fixed, I’m going to play this game on a fresh new save where I’m confident that everything will be working properly.
This is another video where I can feel your genuine enthusiasm coming through and it's a joy to hear
I was waiting for this review. The game looks really fun, I just needed confirmation from another platforming enthusiast that it was.
I still remember that Kao was how I found your channel. The game was free on steam and I played it. I was surprised I never heard of him so I started looking online and found a video of yours talking about it and since then I been obsessed with your content.
I’m really hoping for the Tak trilogy reviews you’ll love them some of the best 3D platformers ever! Tak 2 the Staff of Dreams is GOATED! Great work James
Amen to that, my friend!
Cmon, NitroRad! Bring Tak Back!
This channel's been showing me a lot of good B-list games to try out. Frankly, wouldn't be surprised if the developers saw your reviews of the 3 old games and decided to do this game because of it.
Saw this, instantly thought of you Nitro, wanted to see your opinion before giving it a whirl 👍
Hi Nitro Rad, just wanna say that before I came across your channel, I had never heard of Kao, as well as a few other Platformer Mascots you've showcased in the past.
I just wanted to say thank you for introducing these great platformers to us all.
I had to pick this game up on day one and I don't think I would have done that if it wasn't for you. I never would have picked up Ty 1 and 2 on the PS4, they are really good games.
I wouldn't have found an appreciation for the B grade games if it wasn't for you so seriously, thank you dude.
Hopefully you will come over to the UK sometime for a convention or something. Would be great to meet you and thank you personally.
Their Twitter presence while in development was great too. That was the first I had heard of the series tbh. Kinda wanna go back and try the older ones too. ESPECIALLY if it's only $2 on Steam lmao
The Kao the Kangaroo games were among my favourites growing up as a Polish kid; learning Tate were going to release a new one was incredible. I just had to tell my mum about it and she was really excited, too - she loved those games almost as much as I did. Still can't believe a new game in the series is actually out, that's just beyond amazing. Haven't gotten my hands on it yet but I'm picking up a PC copy next week - especially since it got a physical release (at least it did so over here, not sure about other countries). It'll look so nice on my shelf, right next to the original three games. Those hub worlds look so good, can't wait to explore them!
@@jurtheorc8117 I hope so, too! There's so many wonderful 3D platformers that deserve another chance on modern hardware, with lots of love poured into them. We do seem to be having a small renaissance of 3D platformers lately, so honestly, it doesn't seem out of the realm of possibility. Fingers crossed!
It's nice to see such a positive review despite all the bugs
I didn't know this game was a thing until a week ago. Yesterday I thought it this channel and checked to make sure I hadn't missed a video because it had been a few couple months since I remembered seeing an upload(I had missed two). And today you drop a vid on THIS game. It makes sense now. It's all coming full circle. We live in a simulation........ or it's probably a coincidence. Either way, I'm here for it.
nitro rad can help inspire the revival of any platformer series, and this looks really fun and cute.
Ordered a physical copy. I loved Round 2 and I am glad to see this. Thank you for your review!
I'm really digging that all of the old classics are getting a modern remake/reboot. Spyro, Crash, Ty and now Kao. I can't wait to see what's next. What would you like rebooted/remastered?
Croc 1 and 2.
maybe gex.
I always had a soft spot for Vexx, especially given how it ended with such an obvious sequel hook that it could never make good on.
I just found out that ownership of the IP apparently ended up in the hands of Throwback Entertainment, who I don't know anything about, so no idea what I could expect from such a reboot/remaster at this point.
Cool time to upload this review, i had been thinking of buying this on Steam or Switch!
To me this is a good thing if it sells well
Such a neat review. Kao got justice with this game and kept it's charm most of the way. So cool. Also, that Blinx doll on your shelf is awesome.
I remember playing Kao on the daycare computer (In Poland) And always died on the lava level (I think, it was long ago) super difficult for me but i always wanted to play more.
*Rodak?*
As soon as i saw this game release on steam i was really waiting for your video on it. Glad to see it's still a fun time :D
Great Vid! You should cover Ori and the Blind Forest and its sequel! They are the best platformers ever made! (In my opinon)
Posted 4 seconds ago. Getting my Nitro Rad super fresh!
I love kao. I'm polish.
I REALLY was expecting this video to come out! Nicely done, James!
I'd love to see you take a look at Dead By Daylight for this Halloween or just when you're going back to do some horror.
I mean it is BEhaviors BIG hit. Yeah, the A2M guys struck paydirt with an Asymmetrical Multiplayer Survival Horror game. And it is genuinely one of my favorite games ever.
It's also a case of them doing an original IP while also flexing how many licensed IP connections they've built up during their time as a b-tier kids game developer. Never will their be a better glowup than going from Drake & Josh on the GBA to one of the most popular multiplayer games of the past console generation.
@@LordArikado I'd love to see Nitro's opinions on the Silent Hill stuff
I was waiting for the NitroRad review the SECOND I saw this game previewed
Funniest thing about new Kao, for me as a polish person is that the biggest polish gaming outlet gave this game the lowest score in the world XD The review was pretty funny too - the reviewer described Kao’s story as an anti capitalism manifesto…
Jakub Kasperski --- who, CD-Action? or PPA (or whatever it's called)?
@@falendemo546 Gry-online, they gave it 4,5/10
@@jakubkasperski6411 --- huh, I forgotten about these guys, also 4,5/10 isn't really the lowest, I honesty expected the score to be between 1-2.
@@falendemo546 I meant that it was the lowest score that the game got as far as gaming outlets reviews go.
@@jakubkasperski6411 --- sorry, I didn't know, I don't read gaming outlets.
I was waiting for this!
Free on epic :)
As a Polish man my entire childhood were the 3 Kao games and I enjoyed them all deeply. Seeing yet another one getting released brings joy to my heart.
13:24 Polish game play.... I see what you did there.
Hey man I just wanted to thank you for all the work you put into these videos. You and a few other creators I watch inspired me to finally start my own channel a while back! Its not much with only one video so far lol, but fingers crossed I'll get there one day 🤞Keep up the great work!
Please stop burping at the end card. I was about to give you a thumbs up but it came up and totally disgusted me. Not everyone is into that. I know most people don't care, but yeah, I guess I'm that delicate.
Lol
So happy to see you enjoyed it too man!!! I remember talking about the autosave stuff with you on Twitter, hopefully patches roll out soon if it hasn’t already but I’m still blown away by the love this team gave to Kao. Still having a blast and that ending speech you gave summarized it all, cheers to 3D platformers and the underdog!!! What a return for Kao
“IT’S MORBIN’ TIME!”
-Dr. Micheal Morbius
Who is My-cheel Morbius?
Best thing about remakes of the old platformers is that they now look like we remember them to from the ps1 era
II couldn't got It perfect, but I wouldn't called It worst either, but more mediocre at best attempts to retell Itself as a reboot rather then a true continuation and sadly the Hunter from the first 2 games Isn't here either. I would compared It to Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time when It came to cartoony expressions, executed storywise, or even the presentation but that'd be too good for It, even on the art on the boxart looks almost close and wouldn't be surprised he got that form Bubsy being an Imitation of others.
As for the voice cast themselves; I'm nothing against them since some were some Poland and not too much Australians like Ty did with his crew, but personally I would've swapped out KAo's voice for Luke Youngblood' Mitch William from Glitch Techs or Justin Briner's Deku from My Hero Academia.
I'm just so happy this actually exists. Nice to see a truly unexpected revival.
I had no idea this series existed. What a neat little series. I'm happy folks are enjoying this new game.
I recently Played Kao Round 2, and I really enjoyed it! Sure I have yet to play through the entire game, but It's a great time overall! I'll give the Kao Reboot Game a go one day, maybe on Switch or Steam! You where the one who introduced me to the series, and I thank you for that!
I've been looking forward to this video all year.
Been waiting for this one for weeks
Was waiting for this one. Thanks for the upload
I've been waiting for this video since the initial launch trailer for the reboot! Love your videos, Nitro!
I got to know your channel thanks to the Kao 2 review back in 2017, right after I finished the PSP version and was looking for some content online. And I've been a fan ever since. With a new Kao game here, the circle is now complete!
All I can say is thank you! You are, in my opinion, the biggest reason this series got life breathed back into it in the States! I had a blast with this and it’s all thanks to your reviews! Keep giving one more round to the little guy, Nitro Rad! You’re the best cornerman any small platforming mascot could ask for! 😁👍🏻
In 2019 the Polish gaming community started a campain called Bring Kao Back. They wanted a release on GOG and possibly a remaster. We górę loads more, personally I have never played Kao as a kid in Poland, but he is dear to other Poles. Now we hope that characters from cartoons we watched as children will get a chance at games as well.
Great vid.❤️
6:18 Hey, Billy Hatcher music! That game was one of my favorites growing up!
Nice! Will be picking this up! Can't wait to see a new Banjo-Kazooie.