I remember trying this game out in 2014, certainly evoked northern Canada in winter for me as well. Like you I dropped it pretty quickly though, seems they fleshed out survival mode quite a bit more, I'll have to give it a shot again.
Pretty crazy that they still have not finished story mode after all this time; though, it seems like the story mode was rather ill conceived to begin with. Perhaps the budget went into that weirdly top tier voice acting talent.
The fact that you went and learned how to, and then made a ray-casting example in Unity just to show how easily it could have been done had me dying. The Aurora Borealis bit was great by the way lol.
Another awesome video, you should consider starting a Patreon, I'd throw a bone or two to a fellow northerner!
P.S. if you have not seen it you should check out Jacob Geller's video "Fear of Cold" your survival section reminded me of the visceral reaction that it had given me.
Thank you for an excellent in depth review about this game, or "light quick review" :p This was just what I was looking for, talk about perfect timing. You explained very well about everything I wanted to know, so good job! I'm gonna give this game try for the 2nd time, but this time I will give it a proper chance.
I watched your Legend of Dragoon and poked around a bit and found this video but man, I refuse to believe you're new to this. The script quality and the way you deliver it sprinkled with your personality and candor, along with well thought-out opinions of the game; it took several YouTubers I know at least a decade to get it down perfectly and you're doing it seemingly effortlessly! Your channel may be small now but keep it up and I have no doubt you'll hit it big sooner rather than later. You got another subscriber here and I wish you all the best.
I was married for 10 yrs. I gave up gaming during that time. After my divorce i bought an Xbox one, and dove back in. Im 41 was a huge gamer as a kid in the 90s. This was one of the first games i played and it absolutely took over my life(this and dayz). Its such an experience. Being from Michigan, this game took me to a place in my mind i can't explain. This game is amazing…period. i could go on forever. Good video.
Dunno if I'd use raycast for a spotlight given it's quite a thick "ray". You might need a bunch of raycasts or maybe an overlap sphere check, but that latter option is also not ideal because the light will usually be more of an oval than a circle…. I've not implemented a spotlight before. Seems like it might be a bit of a drag (not difficult on the brain, but just kind of a drag) if you want to do it super accurately. An overlap sphere check could be a good fake for it though, given I always prefer to lean towards making it easier for the player in general vs harsh realism.
I had all but forgotten this game existed, it's not something I would ever play and is only something I saw once on a stream for about an hour maybe 6-8 years ago when it was still super early access. I think it was PyrionFlax wandering through the woods to the dam when that was the only slice of the game available to the public. I say all of this because your review was thoughtful, and well written enough that I actually hope when the last episode comes out you round this out with your thoughts on the ending. Good job.
The Long Dark may be one of the most challenging games ever made, and I say that as someone who's played video games for over 32 years. Also, I assume you're Canadian? Moose can be a real problem up there from what I've heard, more even than wolves. Because moose will just run out in front of your car and then it's bye-bye car.
Playing mechwarrior 5 rn and Mr Jenson is in the battletech universe, it's my head cannon that Jenson has lived the 1000 years, watched the fall of star league and the rise of comstar… and when the time is right he'll make his move to destroy the evil conspirators because as we all now…. he didn't ask for this
Dude🚤 I love your work, what is your PFP?
That Kenny Vs Spenny Clip made my day
I remember trying this game out in 2014, certainly evoked northern Canada in winter for me as well. Like you I dropped it pretty quickly though, seems they fleshed out survival mode quite a bit more, I'll have to give it a shot again.
Pretty crazy that they still have not finished story mode after all this time; though, it seems like the story mode was rather ill conceived to begin with. Perhaps the budget went into that weirdly top tier voice acting talent.
The fact that you went and learned how to, and then made a ray-casting example in Unity just to show how easily it could have been done had me dying.
The Aurora Borealis bit was great by the way lol.
Another awesome video, you should consider starting a Patreon, I'd throw a bone or two to a fellow northerner!
P.S. if you have not seen it you should check out Jacob Geller's video "Fear of Cold" your survival section reminded me of the visceral reaction that it had given me.
Also, your rate of content production is insane. Wish I had that level of motivation for my work 😂
Nice vid
Honestly I played survival mode for 2 yrs b4 trying story mode. I hated story mode and went back to surviving.
Thank you for an excellent in depth review about this game, or "light quick review" :p This was just what I was looking for, talk about perfect timing. You explained very well about everything I wanted to know, so good job! I'm gonna give this game try for the 2nd time, but this time I will give it a proper chance.
Subscriiiiibed!
Just found you and you're sick, hope you keep it up
Underrated youtuber
Your editing and writing make these videos so easy & comfy to watch. Keep up the great work dude!
😴 【ｐｒｏｍｏｓｍ】
I appreciated the Joe Robinet reference.
Great game. I love it, but I'm questioning their decision about adding a season pass to the game.
I watched your Legend of Dragoon and poked around a bit and found this video but man, I refuse to believe you're new to this. The script quality and the way you deliver it sprinkled with your personality and candor, along with well thought-out opinions of the game; it took several YouTubers I know at least a decade to get it down perfectly and you're doing it seemingly effortlessly! Your channel may be small now but keep it up and I have no doubt you'll hit it big sooner rather than later. You got another subscriber here and I wish you all the best.
I do like Suikoden, Mr Psycho Mantis. I really do.
You know what, it's been a few videos now and I'm positive I can listen to you talk about anything for an hour. Great work on these videos!
Fantastic work mate! love your sense of humour and jokes and am definatly looking forward to seeing more of your stuff. very comfy
Damn man this is a good video I like your in-depth explanations on any content you cover can't wait to see your channel flourish
I was married for 10 yrs. I gave up gaming during that time. After my divorce i bought an Xbox one, and dove back in. Im 41 was a huge gamer as a kid in the 90s. This was one of the first games i played and it absolutely took over my life(this and dayz). Its such an experience. Being from Michigan, this game took me to a place in my mind i can't explain. This game is amazing…period. i could go on forever. Good video.
The UI lmakes this look like the Forest, just without creepy tribal things.
Dunno if I'd use raycast for a spotlight given it's quite a thick "ray". You might need a bunch of raycasts or maybe an overlap sphere check, but that latter option is also not ideal because the light will usually be more of an oval than a circle…. I've not implemented a spotlight before. Seems like it might be a bit of a drag (not difficult on the brain, but just kind of a drag) if you want to do it super accurately. An overlap sphere check could be a good fake for it though, given I always prefer to lean towards making it easier for the player in general vs harsh realism.
I had all but forgotten this game existed, it's not something I would ever play and is only something I saw once on a stream for about an hour maybe 6-8 years ago when it was still super early access. I think it was PyrionFlax wandering through the woods to the dam when that was the only slice of the game available to the public. I say all of this because your review was thoughtful, and well written enough that I actually hope when the last episode comes out you round this out with your thoughts on the ending. Good job.
The Long Dark may be one of the most challenging games ever made, and I say that as someone who's played video games for over 32 years.
Also, I assume you're Canadian? Moose can be a real problem up there from what I've heard, more even than wolves. Because moose will just run out in front of your car and then it's bye-bye car.
headstrong wolf is comedy gold
Playing mechwarrior 5 rn and Mr Jenson is in the battletech universe, it's my head cannon that Jenson has lived the 1000 years, watched the fall of star league and the rise of comstar… and when the time is right he'll make his move to destroy the evil conspirators because as we all now…. he didn't ask for this
This on switch?
Because of the trumpet I'm subscribing, thanks.