Austin Wintory composed the music for the game Journey too. So no surprise the music is so perfect, pulling at ones heartstrings just in every emotional direction.
Not having a go at you, but instead of saying that and being depressed about it, look at tutorials. Google exists and has plenty to help you out for free. Hell, I envy people who get into art later in life because they have so much more to help them, video tutorials, courses, speedpaints. I even have a reference blog to help me get along if you want to use it (referencesfor-me.tumblr.com/). As for coding, internet has plenty of sites to help, I for one bought a book for $10 on basic game coding.
I don't like it when people say oh you took to long solving that puzzle I did instantly.... well everyone is different and some people take longer to process things then others, no one is the same. John I enjoyed this play through great job!! xD
I stopped the video at 12 minutes because I found myself talking to the screen telling John what to do when I could just buy the game and play it myself. And I did. I have to say that while it is quite a short and simple game, it's very interesting and unlike any other puzzle game I've played. So if you're willing to spend $12 (Its on sale on Steam) on a cool new puzzle game I definitely recommend it.
That's almost exactly what happened to me - watched about 12 minutes, then thought, "I'm yelling at John too much and he's not doing what I want, I should just play the game." Glad I did!
I love to see you solving puzzle games! And you have talked before about old point and click and text adventures, so I think it would be so enjoyable to watch you play those too.
Criss Bastidas He should try out this one series I grew up with based on the Nancy Drew books. There’s no lack of options to choose from (30+!!) and only a handful of TH-camrs have played any of them. I’m new to this guy’s channel but one video in and I can tell he’d be good for it. Lol
the notion of enlightenment coming from that which you find within your experiences rather than the items we strive for is amazing as a concept for a game, as a visual work of art and gaming - speaking towards the ability for art and tech to bring us together beyond language as John states - basically SO GOOD
Oh my god, I finished this game myself a few days back. First playthrough took me a little over 2 hours but MAN is this game amazing. I definitely recommend everybody play it, especially if you love puzzle games! =) Thanks for playing this and spreading the love, John!
This game reminded me heavily of the games Journey and Abzu. (In terms of silence and story telling through pictures to use a type of universal language.) Amazingly simplistic graphics and designs continue to stun me as to how they fit with the music. This is exactly why games like these can be just as enjoyable as some of the more graphic intensive games. Thank you John, for playing this amazing game and sharing it with us!
This game was so artistic and beautiful in almost every aspect of its execution and design, just watching the panels and worlds shifting was so incredibly magical, vast, and complex that I was constantly breathtaken by it.
It took me this long to actually get and play this game, but now that I finally have, I watched this playthrough. It really is a pretty game visually and musically, and some of the puzzles are true stand-outs. The rock falling puzzle was the one I was stuck on the longest, haha. Glad you enjoyed it!
This was the most creative, amazing, beautiful game I've seen in a few years. The story is quite clear through just pure, unadulterated storytelling, it didn't overstay its welcome, it was just such an experience that I'm gonna buy it on Steam and play it myself. I almost cried when I saw the little guy in the wheelchair. Such awesome art and music. I'm honestly touched. This is what people mean when they say games are a form of art. This is an excellent example.
What a great game. Beautiful art style, interesting puzzles that are well thought out, and lovely sound design throughout. Thanks for playing this John, I hadn't heard about it before ^_^
Almost a year ago I pressed play on this video and then immediately paused it because I realized I had to play it myself. Yesterday I finally bought and played it, so I can watch this vid without being spoiled! What a wonderful little game.
Thank you so much for this walkthrough! This is so unlike the typical games I play. Absolutely beautiful and mesmerizing! I’ve had this game on my iPad for a couple years and finally got around to playing it today. I got stuck and found your walkthrough. I loved your low key comments on thinking it through and it helped me to understand the concept of the game play. I mostly figured it out myself, but glad I had you to show me a few areas I had trouble with. Brilliant game!
I know I am a few years late on this video, but watching this play thru actually made me feel some type of way. And having depression, its hard to feel anything at all. It's so beautiful.
32:11 I love how the kid just nopes his way back into the little hallway after seeing the inverted stairs. This game threw me for a loop several times just watching. For today's market, that's something special.
I've attempted to watch this video multiple times and I keep falling asleep on it because it's soooooo relaxing to watch. Love the slower pace, beautiful animation, and John's tone of voice. 😊
I remember you talking about this/showing a bit before and wow, the final product sure does impress. such love and care was put into this game and I hope they get the praise they deserve for it!
i was first introduced to this game at the apple store when i was like eight or something right when it had come out. and now i have it installed on my phone as a high schooler and know the entire game by heart. but i still play it over and over again when i need reassurance during messy times in my life. it’s beautifully made and i love it.
I saw this on the Nintendo eshop and thought presentation looked beautiful and interesting. After watching your video I will consider getting it now 😭👍👏
whoa... This game is amazing. I love games that piece themselves together over the entire game. Thanks John for playing it! I probably would have never even heard of it if you hadn't played it
10 minutes in and I've decided I want to play it for myself first. :D The game just looks... I have no words! The imagination behind this, the art style, the puzzles! Ahh, I can't wait to see everything it has to offer!
It's like Rusty Lake on acid, the puzzles have been really well thought out, I'm sat watching absolutely loving this, can't believe this is the first I've heard about it.
aaaah, this game is so stunning! definitely a good choice for the title of the video because it really is a breathtaking game, i gasped at some of the discoveries you made while working on the puzzles!
Thanks John for introducing me to such a cool game! I stopped watching to play it on my own and returned to hear your thoughts on what I thought was a beautiful game! I wish only wish it was longer.
A truly beautiful game. So magical, clever and captivating. It was so peaceful to watch made me feel so warm inside as the story grew, the same feels as Unravel did. Thank you John for showing us this game. Keep up the awesome work, keeping the smile inside my heart when I am having a tough time.
The main downside to watching Let's Plays of puzzle games is when you see the solution to a problem before the LPer does, it can be frustrating to watch. Beyond that, this was a really awesome game I wasn't aware of previously so thanks a lot for making me aware of it.
Thanks for showing this in your pax video. Otherwise I wouldn't have known about it and look it up on steam to play it this week. Such a beautiful game. Keep showing us great games to watch for! (It seemed like you breezed through this compared to me! You picked up on some visual cues much quicker that I did.)
I played it on iPhone. Because no mouse pointer changed into hand to tell you to look here, the length is enough. I took nearly four hours to finish. What a wonderful and emotional tourney . No other games like it. thank you so much.
This is honestly the most unique, magical, and outright beautiful games I have ever seen. It is so well done, executed absolutely spectacularly. Incredible and mind-blowing. And I am so, so glad John got to play this - it makes me happy to really see him enjoy himself and get into it. And it's nice break for him to play something this good outside of his usual, knowing that what is available now is severely limited and not very good (or downright awful).
I played this game last year and I loved it. It left me feeling really tender, but it's not scary and it's not going to gut you emotionally. You are going on this weird journey with the character and hes processing some things. There is a sense of safety, of observing , while helping him navigate his story.
This game also has benefits to multiple playthroughs because you can focus on the storytelling rather than the puzzle mechanics once you have those down. So incredible!
Being a little broke this holiday season and unable to buy new puzzle games makes me very thankful you uploaded this amazing looking gem. So thanks. I don't know quite why but the abstract-ness of this game reminds me of Antichamber. I'm not sure if you tried that one or not (didn't see it in your playlist list) but I recommend looking into it if you like first person puzzle games.
Definitely one of the best puzzle games and indie games in general I've even seen. Standing applause for the devs. If you want the tutorial on 'how to storytelling' - here you have it.
My interpretation of the game would be- A young boy saw the dragon and was inspired to find out what it was. He spent his whole life studying just to unravel the mysteries behind the mystical creature he saw that day. Years and years passed by, he spent his days only trying to find an answer but never got one. The player basically narrates his story of how he discovered the five symbols associated with the dragon. Eventually, he grew older and older and when he finally solved the puzzle, he ascended into the heavens and becoming part of the dragon. They are one.
That was an amazing game and i think it wouldn't have been as interesting to watch with someone else playing. It was a game that didn't need exaggeration to be entertaining. I feel like other youtubers would have taken away from the game. I really enjoyed watching this. Thank you!
that dragon even though we never got a full still view of it. I finished the video just to get glimpses of it I want it to swim around my mind and imagination forever. so fascinating love the art
Admittedly upon seeing this games beginning and the name Annapurna Interactive, I was sure this would be a Giant Sparrow game. That doesn't however mean I am disappointed. I think this is in the same caliber of inspiring, beautiful and unique gameplay I have come to expect with GS. This is yet another example of who Annapurna allies with being *amazing.* I think this dev is another one to watch. It also reminds me of The Unfinished Swan (albeit way more colorful) with the panels being like the book. Thanks for sharing John.
Not even 5 minutes into this and my mind is already blown. You weren't kidding when you said this was unlike any puzzle game seen before.
This is the most unique, cool, bad ass game i have seen in a VERY long time.
Austin Wintory composed the music for the game Journey too. So no surprise the music is so perfect, pulling at ones heartstrings just in every emotional direction.
Austin Wintory didn't do the music for this game though. It was composed by Joel Corelitz.
I wish I had even half of the artistic abilities and intelligence to make a game as cool as this
Loc Savaric Said no one who actually did anything important.
Hey at least you're pretty.
Autumn Wind Hahaha well thank you
Not having a go at you, but instead of saying that and being depressed about it, look at tutorials. Google exists and has plenty to help you out for free. Hell, I envy people who get into art later in life because they have so much more to help them, video tutorials, courses, speedpaints. I even have a reference blog to help me get along if you want to use it (referencesfor-me.tumblr.com/). As for coding, internet has plenty of sites to help, I for one bought a book for $10 on basic game coding.
This picture summarizes what people want saying things like that perfectly www.nerfnow.com/comic/1236
(at least most of the times)
I'm not even 10 minutes into the video and this game is already giving me chills just by how awesome these puzzles and transitions work together
“Video games are not Art”
Gorogoa: “sigh.....hold my beer”
*hold my blue bowl..
Hold my taco
As much as I love you, John, I won't be watching this play through only because I want to experience the game for myself first.
Zoë Dowgiala I turned this off after the first 30 seconds. Went and played it and came back :). Amazing game.
Woooaaahhh how do you even conceiveof this. Good job for the game devs
I like the vibes this game gives off, it's so clever and the music in the background is so calm... A really unique game.
I like how John is so soft when he played this type of games.
swear-my-pearls it’s like when Gordon Ramsey finally gets good food
I don't like it when people say oh you took to long solving that puzzle I did instantly.... well everyone is different and some people take longer to process things then others, no one is the same. John I enjoyed this play through great job!! xD
I stopped the video at 12 minutes because I found myself talking to the screen telling John what to do when I could just buy the game and play it myself. And I did. I have to say that while it is quite a short and simple game, it's very interesting and unlike any other puzzle game I've played. So if you're willing to spend $12 (Its on sale on Steam) on a cool new puzzle game I definitely recommend it.
I don't have an iPad, but I have played it with a graphics tablet and I imagine thats not too far off
Yeah, we got it Kali... you're the man.
Alielogical What is what supposed to mean
That's almost exactly what happened to me - watched about 12 minutes, then thought, "I'm yelling at John too much and he's not doing what I want, I should just play the game."
Glad I did!
TheArtefiction I liked it so much that I actually started speedrunning it lol
I love to see you solving puzzle games! And you have talked before about old point and click and text adventures, so I think it would be so enjoyable to watch you play those too.
Criss Bastidas He should try out this one series I grew up with based on the Nancy Drew books. There’s no lack of options to choose from (30+!!) and only a handful of TH-camrs have played any of them. I’m new to this guy’s channel but one video in and I can tell he’d be good for it. Lol
the notion of enlightenment coming from that which you find within your experiences rather than the items we strive for is amazing as a concept for a game, as a visual work of art and gaming - speaking towards the ability for art and tech to bring us together beyond language as John states - basically SO GOOD
Oh my god, I finished this game myself a few days back. First playthrough took me a little over 2 hours but MAN is this game amazing. I definitely recommend everybody play it, especially if you love puzzle games! =) Thanks for playing this and spreading the love, John!
What an amazing concept. You keep discovering more and more unique games.
I'm loving this rebirth of painting as video games. This is truly an interactive art piece, and it's gorgeous.
This game reminded me heavily of the games Journey and Abzu. (In terms of silence and story telling through pictures to use a type of universal language.) Amazingly simplistic graphics and designs continue to stun me as to how they fit with the music. This is exactly why games like these can be just as enjoyable as some of the more graphic intensive games. Thank you John, for playing this amazing game and sharing it with us!
That was beautiful.
Wow. Games like this makes me glad steam exists. It is wonderful. The craetors should be proud.
The creator. One single petson done this game.
+Глеб Крячков Person
This game was so artistic and beautiful in almost every aspect of its execution and design, just watching the panels and worlds shifting was so incredibly magical, vast, and complex that I was constantly breathtaken by it.
It took me this long to actually get and play this game, but now that I finally have, I watched this playthrough. It really is a pretty game visually and musically, and some of the puzzles are true stand-outs. The rock falling puzzle was the one I was stuck on the longest, haha. Glad you enjoyed it!
This is a pretty cool game thank you john for this playthrough may you have a merry christmas.
This was the most creative, amazing, beautiful game I've seen in a few years. The story is quite clear through just pure, unadulterated storytelling, it didn't overstay its welcome, it was just such an experience that I'm gonna buy it on Steam and play it myself. I almost cried when I saw the little guy in the wheelchair. Such awesome art and music. I'm honestly touched. This is what people mean when they say games are a form of art. This is an excellent example.
What a great game. Beautiful art style, interesting puzzles that are well thought out, and lovely sound design throughout. Thanks for playing this John, I hadn't heard about it before ^_^
My...My brain. This was quite the experience.
Almost a year ago I pressed play on this video and then immediately paused it because I realized I had to play it myself. Yesterday I finally bought and played it, so I can watch this vid without being spoiled! What a wonderful little game.
Thank you so much for this walkthrough! This is so unlike the typical games I play. Absolutely beautiful and mesmerizing! I’ve had this game on my iPad for a couple years and finally got around to playing it today. I got stuck and found your walkthrough. I loved your low key comments on thinking it through and it helped me to understand the concept of the game play. I mostly figured it out myself, but glad I had you to show me a few areas I had trouble with. Brilliant game!
Fantastic, what a wonderful puzzle game. Thanks John.
I know I am a few years late on this video, but watching this play thru actually made me feel some type of way. And having depression, its hard to feel anything at all. It's so beautiful.
32:11 I love how the kid just nopes his way back into the little hallway after seeing the inverted stairs.
This game threw me for a loop several times just watching. For today's market, that's something special.
Such an incredible game! I am still in awe!
The atmosphere reminded me very much of Shaun Tan graphic novels, which I endlessly love.
I've attempted to watch this video multiple times and I keep falling asleep on it because it's soooooo relaxing to watch. Love the slower pace, beautiful animation, and John's tone of voice. 😊
This is such a cool concept! Thanks for playing John 😁
dude, this game is blowing my mind
Glad these long playthrous are doing well in your channel John !
Hands down my favorite :p
Thanks for the work .
The illustration in this game is GORGEOUS. Thanks for playing, John!
I can't believe it but that actually kept my attention and also liked it great job John.
I remember you talking about this/showing a bit before and wow, the final product sure does impress. such love and care was put into this game and I hope they get the praise they deserve for it!
Thank you for this John. You were my lifeline when I got stuck. Your demeanor was calming throughout.
You talked about this game yesterday and i'm so impressed, this game is phenomenal. So amazing!
Oh my God, this is gorgeous and amazing!
The music to this game is absolutely beautiful. I play it on Spotify to help me sleep. Thank you for showing us such an amazing game, John!
i was first introduced to this game at the apple store when i was like eight or something right when it had come out. and now i have it installed on my phone as a high schooler and know the entire game by heart. but i still play it over and over again when i need reassurance during messy times in my life. it’s beautifully made and i love it.
I saw this on the Nintendo eshop and thought presentation looked beautiful and interesting. After watching your video I will consider getting it now 😭👍👏
LAYOGENIC Do it. Playing is so much more rewarding than watching. You won’t be disappointed.
whoa... This game is amazing. I love games that piece themselves together over the entire game. Thanks John for playing it! I probably would have never even heard of it if you hadn't played it
10 minutes in and I've decided I want to play it for myself first. :D The game just looks... I have no words! The imagination behind this, the art style, the puzzles! Ahh, I can't wait to see everything it has to offer!
Oh my god, the emotions and the thought put into this. It just goes through all these concepts of human suffering and need so beautifully.
This was such a beautiful game. It just fills me with absolute joy to know games like this CAN and WILL be made.
What an amazing game! Cool, creative concept. :)
Mind is blown
It's like Rusty Lake on acid, the puzzles have been really well thought out, I'm sat watching absolutely loving this, can't believe this is the first I've heard about it.
Loved this game. Beautiful in every sense.
aaaah, this game is so stunning! definitely a good choice for the title of the video because it really is a breathtaking game, i gasped at some of the discoveries you made while working on the puzzles!
Thanks John for introducing me to such a cool game! I stopped watching to play it on my own and returned to hear your thoughts on what I thought was a beautiful game! I wish only wish it was longer.
A truly beautiful game. So magical, clever and captivating. It was so peaceful to watch made me feel so warm inside as the story grew, the same feels as Unravel did. Thank you John for showing us this game. Keep up the awesome work, keeping the smile inside my heart when I am having a tough time.
The main downside to watching Let's Plays of puzzle games is when you see the solution to a problem before the LPer does, it can be frustrating to watch.
Beyond that, this was a really awesome game I wasn't aware of previously so thanks a lot for making me aware of it.
Ash Lily Quinn Well, there's also perception bn playing it and observing. Which is why backseat gaming can be tiresome.
So glad I clicked on this video, this game was just absolutely stunning!
Thanks for showing this in your pax video. Otherwise I wouldn't have known about it and look it up on steam to play it this week. Such a beautiful game. Keep showing us great games to watch for! (It seemed like you breezed through this compared to me! You picked up on some visual cues much quicker that I did.)
Thanks for this John! Watching you as I eat my dinner & knit clothes! Always enjoy ur walkthroughs even watch the reruns ✨
Had to stop the video, go play through Gorogoa on my own, and now I'm back to watch the video!
John, I haven’t seen you enjoy a game this much in a long time.
Beautiful game, very original.
This was a wonderful experience and I'm glad you finally got to play it on the channel, John!
I played it on iPhone. Because no mouse pointer changed into hand to tell you to look here, the length is enough. I took nearly four hours to finish. What a wonderful and emotional tourney . No other games like it. thank you so much.
This is quite cool. Thanks for bringing it to our attention, John!
This is honestly the most unique, magical, and outright beautiful games I have ever seen. It is so well done, executed absolutely spectacularly. Incredible and mind-blowing. And I am so, so glad John got to play this - it makes me happy to really see him enjoy himself and get into it. And it's nice break for him to play something this good outside of his usual, knowing that what is available now is severely limited and not very good (or downright awful).
I played this game last year and I loved it. It left me feeling really tender, but it's not scary and it's not going to gut you emotionally. You are going on this weird journey with the character and hes processing some things. There is a sense of safety, of observing , while helping him navigate his story.
I really enjoyed this game. Beautiful. Simple yet makes you think.
I saw this game on Steam the other day and it looked amazing. Watching your playthrough convinced me to buy it. What a great piece of art!
This game also has benefits to multiple playthroughs because you can focus on the storytelling rather than the puzzle mechanics once you have those down. So incredible!
Took you a little longer than it should have. I kid I kid. This game is incredible. Words don't do the experience justice.
This game is beautiful. Rare that you can say that, but absolutely beautiful in so many ways. Amazing
It's really awe inducing, and it's just so nice to see John's mind being blown over and over again haha
OK, I'm only at 2:57 but this is already one of my favorite puzzle concepts. Holy shit.
This...Was...Amazing! Thanks so much, for sharing John.
wow! really happy you played this on your channel. what an amazing experience
That was so beautiful. It was basically a game version of the movie The Secret of Kells art style. Really impressive.
Being a little broke this holiday season and unable to buy new puzzle games makes me very thankful you uploaded this amazing looking gem. So thanks. I don't know quite why but the abstract-ness of this game reminds me of Antichamber. I'm not sure if you tried that one or not (didn't see it in your playlist list) but I recommend looking into it if you like first person puzzle games.
Good to see you immersed with the game. This game looks fantastic and beautiful.
Came here from your rusty lake playlist! This is such an amazing game!
John, you sold the game in three minutes. I'll be back once I play though it, myself!
A beautiful mind-bender
Has the same kind of artistic feel as Machinarium. Loved that game and this one.
That is a fantastic beautifully constructed game
This is awesome. It's super unique and pretty. I can see why John was so eager to play this.
Watching you enjoy something this much is amazing. Keep it up, John!
Definitely one of the best puzzle games and indie games in general I've even seen. Standing applause for the devs.
If you want the tutorial on 'how to storytelling' - here you have it.
I enjoy seeing John having fun with the game
Dev: whatcha gonna be ?
Player: just fuck my brain up
Dev: say no mo
This game was absolutely beautiful! I actually cried at the end
My interpretation of the game would be-
A young boy saw the dragon and was inspired to find out what it was.
He spent his whole life studying just to unravel the mysteries behind the mystical creature he saw that day.
Years and years passed by, he spent his days only trying to find an answer but never got one.
The player basically narrates his story of how he discovered the five symbols associated with the dragon.
Eventually, he grew older and older and when he finally solved the puzzle, he ascended into the heavens and becoming part of the dragon. They are one.
I thought it was nifty. I love adventure/puzzle games.
This...this is amazing...not since INSIDE have I been so blown away
That was an amazing game and i think it wouldn't have been as interesting to watch with someone else playing. It was a game that didn't need exaggeration to be entertaining. I feel like other youtubers would have taken away from the game. I really enjoyed watching this. Thank you!
I wish I could like this multiple times. This is an amazing game, with amazing commentary.
mind blown,.. yet the art was so georgeous...
that dragon even though we never got a full still view of it. I finished the video just to get glimpses of it I want it to swim around my mind and imagination forever. so fascinating love the art
Mesmerizing! I hope the developers continue to make more games in this art style.
Admittedly upon seeing this games beginning and the name Annapurna Interactive, I was sure this would be a Giant Sparrow game. That doesn't however mean I am disappointed. I think this is in the same caliber of inspiring, beautiful and unique gameplay I have come to expect with GS.
This is yet another example of who Annapurna allies with being *amazing.* I think this dev is another one to watch. It also reminds me of The Unfinished Swan (albeit way more colorful) with the panels being like the book.
Thanks for sharing John.
I don't know why I didn't think I wouldn't like it. Maybe the time it took? But It was BEAUTIFUL and it made my heart calmly smile.
I'm always so excited to see content from you John 💛