A Plague Tale: Requiem is a MUST PLAY

A Plague Tale: Requiem (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S) is the followup to my favorite recent stealth adventure game. How is it? Let's talk.
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[@JakeBaldino]

SPOILER FREE VIDEO! I know everyone is gonna complain about the frame rate (totally justified) but there's a great game here regardless

[@samiboy1368]

I'm sorry but i don't understand, first game was very similar but had locked 60fps on ps5

[@ricepony33]

VRR?

[@ricepony33]

@@samiboy1368 more ratz! And graphix too.

[@GRGCompletionist]

frame rate can be fixed, a bad narrative cannot though

[@ceno10101]

I just like hearing Jake chat about games. I JUST watched him talk about this game on Gameranx, and I am here for more!

[@saqlainhyder5412]

I was surprised how patient Lucas was in both games. The man never flipped

[@matodragonespor5000]

Lucas was the MVP.

[@kev1830]

As someone who played the first game, this completely out did the original. The storytelling in this game was beyond anything I have ever played and it toyed with my emotions at every single corner.

[@taoufikammar5810]

Hey there I did not play the first game and was wondering if I need to play it first before playing this one?

[@AG26498]

​@@taoufikammar5810 you don't really need to but I would highly recommend it since it will help you to know and care for the characters.

[@NodnarbTaw]

This is exactly why multiplayer only games aren't the future. Nothing beats an immersive, story driven game like this one and innocence before it. I absolutely love sitting in front of my television, turning up the volume and just escaping into these worlds. Can't wait until tomorrow!! 😁😁

[@DEVILTAZ35]

the only issue with this one is performance is down at least a third even on series X . It just doesn't feel at all snappy like the previous game. Played it at 40 fps VRR on 120 and it's better than 30 but still unacceptable for these new consoles as the only option to play at.

[@LeGronk]

I prefer singleplayer narrative experiences to repetitive multiplayer games any day of the week, for the same reasons. there's always room for variety in the industry but games of this particular flavour will always be king to me. it's nice to see this kind of excellence rewarded with at least a GOTY nomination.

[@TrippzUK]

Would be really surprised to not see this among the nominations for Game of the Year, at the very least Charlotte McBurney deserves an award for her voice work because she absolutely killed it here.

[@JakeBaldino]

top tier!!

[@JacobRodgers1up]

How does this amount? Really? Gameplay is no where solid.

[@pripyaat]

@@JacobRodgers1up It doesn't have to be. It's a linear game that aims to tell a story with great voice acting and atmosphere. The gameplay is just there for you to interact with the world and solve a few puzzles. Just like Stray. Not all games need souls-like combat to be good or fun.

[@me24469]

Very much agree. A nomination for Game of The Year is the least it deserves. Its a shame that God of War Ragnarok is coming at around the same time as well, all the spotlight will definitely on God of War.

[@joshhudson7413]

@@me24469 and elden ring. personally for me this is game of the year

[@Alecj95]

This game made me shed a tear. That Finale.. Once I finished it I had to go on a walk and contemplate what I was feeling.

[@lukebarnes8097]

Same, finished it a couple of days ago. Left a void.

[@Fragar212]

I just finished literally a few minutes ago, i think i need to do the dame haha

[@jayeshyadav8891]

Same feeling. I really really hope they make a third game

[@mikelmp9427]

Wow deep ...

[@Music4Marc]

I had the exact same feeling as you after finishing the first: man, I love videogames. Didn't have that a lot with other games that were released that period. More specifically, I loved how it was lineair in between all the huge open world games that were published then. Such a high quality game in every single aspect. I can't wait to play requiem tomorrow! Also, I love your content man. You're such a chill dude with excellent storytelling/experience sharing skills.

[@MysticalGamer365]

Props to the developers, its easy to forget that they are one of the smaller studio's. Its a credit to their talent how they can make a game of this quality and scale. It would great to see them get the recognishing they deserve.

[@DeadlyBeast205]

I absolutely loved the first game so I'm excited for Requiem

[@Juuso14_cr]

Already finished the game. It was one of my favorite single player experiences ever. The game was basically made from elements that I love in video games and also the setting was beautiful. Idk if I have anything else to add on your video except that these 2 games has been a wild ride and I feel myself lucky that I tried innocence through gamepass

[@ARIXANDRE]

Happy for the studio. Hope this becomes a thriving series!

[@stefans4562]

I hope they create a completely independent game. I don't think you can continue the same way for toooo long.

[@magicjack4076]

Made from adobo right? Same devs who did flight sim

[@mvhess]

@@stefans4562 I belive they have said they are done with the series, at least for now.

[@joshhudson7413]

the ending of this game could hint to a third but Amicias and Hugos story is most likely over.

[@marloforreal]

@@magicjack4076 Asobo

[@mrdee2454]

My most hyped games of the year. I am so proud they got to create another masterpiece. I quit gaming for 6 months this brought me back to finish their story! The first game was pure magic

[@ericbana191]

Definitely a GOTY nomination. Such a beautiful and emotional game. Sad to know that this is their last adventure together.

[@damiansurkus3098]

Might not be, they said if it gets good reception and the audience love the game they will probably work on a new one.

[@bryanroy3239]

I just finished it this weekend and man....what a fantastic job Asobo has done here. So much to love about the game but have to particularly mention the storytelling, writing and voice acting were absolutely fantastic. And that ending is absolutely 💔

[@ElanorNarmolanya]

This game is a masterpiece on all fronts. Writing, voice acting, mocap, visuals, music, gameplay, it all just melds together so perfectly. I think the fact that they chose to hyper focus on characters and their story helps so much. Everything is there to serve the story of Amicia and Hugo, but nothing feels half-baked either. The side characters are just as engaging (good or bad) as the main ones. I absolutely agree that THIS is what I want in a game. Don't get me wrong, I will always love a good open-world, dialogue tree, create your own adventure game. But this sort of game where it's more linear and it's almost like a long-form movie where you get to experience the story from within... *Chef's kiss* it's like a movie and a book combined in the best way. This game will not leave my brain, hahaha.

[@tuggernut5225]

Literally the only game reviews I look forward to. This and before you buy. Because it's no nonsense scores or anything like that. Just straight up info about the game and any bugs it may have. Been waiting all year for this game.

[@drgonzo123]

I’m back after finishing the game. It is on my short list for game of the year. When it ended, I just sat there, quiet for like 10 minutes. I love that feeling.

[@sinistrous9169]

I really loved the first game and couldn’t stand how underrated asobo studio and the first game itself was. glad they getting more attention🙌🏾

[@SirGentlemanXII]

Wow, just finished it. That was such a crazy journey! Such a wonderfully refined upgrade to the first game. This one felt like it was filled with more heart and personality. Also, the music got me in the feels. 🌸🐀 Love your videos, Jake! Keep it up! 😁👌

[@CommanderCodyChipless]

Good review. I enjoyed the first game a lot, and didn't expect this would turn into a good franchise. Can't wait to pick it up

[@MrSerr]

I beat Plague Tale around last Halloween on Gamepass. I loved it. I felt the same way you did and just said damn this was a great game. The story was really cool gameplay was fun and I’m excited for this new game.

[@For_the-Emperor]

I just finished this on the series x and loved it. I was a huge fan of the story of the first game and this one hit me hard especially since I have younger siblings. A lot of jaw dropping moments and really hit me hard in the soul/feels. Haven’t teared up like that in a long time. This would make for a great tv show.

[@chrisallthewaydowntomyball3004]

This game is amazing. The voice acting is up there as some of the best.

[@brunomadail]

I loved the first one also I loved how well they did the emotions and the lost of innocence as she amycia had to take care of her brother and how she had to kill to survive!!! She was very helpless in the start loved it so much. Also that last boss was so epic

[@jayeshyadav8891]

This game has the best looking Landscapes I've ever seen in a Video Game. And the character models are also on point

[@codymcclain846]

It’s not corny. The pure joy I get when you find that rare gem of a game. Like disco Elysium was the first that gave me that feeling after a very brutal divorce. It’ll always hold a place in my heart. I’ve recently started playing this game and I’m loving it so far. Only in chapter 6

[@devangiraud]

The first game was amazing, I can't wait to play this! Being someone who pretty much only plays single player games I really love watching you talk about them on this channel. So thank you Jake!

[@Pandorum321]

Finished Innocence today in preparation for Requiem. Really enjoyed the story and the characters for the most part. Gameplay can be a bit frustrating especially with the stealth sequences and aiming at an enemy that is charging towards you. But overall, it is a great game. Solid 8/10 for me. If Requiem improves upon the gameplay, then it will be a 10/10.

[@justinsimoneau5140]

It doesn’t improve at all it’s exactly the same but buggier and with worse performance

[@DarkAttackYT]

@@justinsimoneau5140 It is not the same. You are lying except for the weak perfomance.

[@justinsimoneau5140]

@@DarkAttackYT I’m lying? 😂

[@Ali-yr1bk]

The music in the end omg !!! So sad 😞 , what a story and very emotional Just finished it

[@Idontknowwhattodo600]

Requiem is a Masterpiece everything the First game was but with many improvements requiem is a certified GOTY

[@pulseofme6884]

Except for the frame rate :) the ps5 version of innocence will probably spoil me with that smooth 60 fps and then going into this with a 30 to 40 fps will probably hurt the game for me, in a day of today where 60 fps is standard, going back to 30 fps just hurts my eyes now.

[@Natalie-fz7kg]

Just finished this game and the word epic is for real the best way to describe it. Completely blew me away. Need a video on your thoughts on the story full spoilers next!

[@alexterieur8813]

I feel you when you say you sometimes sit in front of the screen thinking: wow i just love video games. Thought the same thing playing Ghost of Tsushima today!

[@JakeBaldino]

hell yeah!

[@ricepony33]

Narita Boy got me like that, I wasn’t expecting it either.

[@DEVILTAZ35]

lol that was the most boring game i ever played .

[@alexterieur8813]

@@DEVILTAZ35 ghost of tsushima?

[@gtx1650max-q]

It was Outlast 1 for me. Years ago when I played it gave me chills at the ending.

[@hworth3]

Thank you for reviewing this. I seen no reviews for it and there was really no ads saying it’s now ready to play until I just clicked on it. No direct route guide or symbol but I love it though, never heard of the first one but I’ll probably go play that as well. Great review.

[@KefkaTheDeathJester]

Thank you Jake truly thank you for the honesty. Can't wait to play this as soon as my copy comes in the mail.

[@johnathanwebb]

Finished this last night. Amazing. Cannot stop thinking about it. Some of the visuals will stay with me for a long time.

[@DarkAttackYT]

JUST ONE HOUR LEFT FOR ME TO FINALLY PLAY IT!!! I loved the first game so I just can't wait.

[@JakeBaldino]

hope you enjoy!

[@dpmacattkgaming1187]

Thanks Jake. You convinced me to get this game tomorrow. Loved the first one.

[@rrice3142]

Love the channel Jake. Great video. Innocence was my favorite game of 2019, requiem is my most anticipated of this year. Long live single player story driven games !!!!

[@JakeBaldino]

Cheers to that!!

[@rrice3142]

@@JakeBaldino agreed brother !!

[@marcoolivier4836]

Massive Plague Tale fan, I bought Innocence the day it launched on ps4, played it like 3 times since and I've been super excited for Requiem. Just finished the first 2 chapters and wow, I can already tell this is gonna be another amazing adventure for Amicia and Hugo, just wish the performance was better on PS5, hope we get a patch soon 😵

[@dejandjuric2679]

Great take. I wasn't sure if I would dive into it but after your review I deff. will be going through it. Great job as always - and also enjoying your content on FPS :)

[@BranWolfYT]

Just finished your before you buy .. looking forward to jumping in tonight

[@skeleboy333911]

Nice vid! Loved this game! Love ya in the FPS podcast!

[@MrTimFilms]

Thnx Jake, great review.

[@lukeg3714]

Hey Jake, love all your content man, i have a question though and i know you’ll be unbiased on it. Is playing playstation games on the steam deck really good? Would you suggest it as a good bridge for someone who wants to come back to PC without losing their console life and without spending a bajillion dollars?

[@IvanRubin]

Omg Jake ! I just finished Requiem ! I wish you would’ve had a spoiler part and just talked about the ending and your thoughts describing everything that happened !

[@NamekJedi]

Just finished it, and I agree with just about everything you said here. Love both of these games. I'm also glad to hear it wasn't just me being terrible, and this game was actually pretty hard. idk if there's enough demand for it or what, but I'd be interested to see a spoiler discussion kind of video on it as well.

[@tynystanniiazakunov5595]

Just finished the first game.. It's my first game since a long time where I had to go through trial and error, replaying parts multiple times, dying and restarting every time. Usually I just set the game to Easy mode because I'm here for the story, but this one was special somehow. Oh, and the main boss of the first game was soooo Resident Evil

[@faris_diz]

I was waiting for this video!

[@TheWWFMankind]

You can also use Photo Mode to scout the immediate area... locate guards, etc...

[@darryl_young]

Your passion is contagious, Jake. I love your videos. I still haven't played the first game, so I think I'm going to start that this weekend, eventually working up to this one. I should take a break from playing Persona 5 Royal on Steam Deck anyway.

[@accountteam9859]

Your fake donation didn't work so well...

[@ryansurgison3618]

I loved how a guard saw me go into the grass, walked up to the patch I was at and set it on 🔥

[@James-gj8rn]

I still need to play the first one, i played it a bit when it was on Game Pass and i loved what i played, might buy it to own on PS5 and finish it then jump into Requiem

[@king300h4]

Gotta check this Game out! Thanks Jake! Great Video.

[@boodramrav]

Photomode was so clutch in this game. You can clip through anything lol. It helped me see what was ahead.

[@AveCave1]

All I needed was your review 🤙🏼

[@JakeBaldino]

thanks!

[@k.mretrogaming8075]

Cant wait to jump into this one!!,but jakey have you played Asterigos: Curse Of The Stars?and whats your thoughts on it?im diggin it!

[@gonzooo9464]

Finished the 1st one last night , now I’m ready .. this game is well made

[@MrTmm97]

It didn’t sound corny. I feel that way about video games as well. Brought me through a tough spot in life and on the other side I still adore them. Incredible escapism. Much better than TV or Movies.

[@blaynebittencourt5076]

It's amazing to be able to get into a story that isn't trying to be the morality police, and gameplay that doesn't make you feel like a child, with less hud and hand holding.

[@pressrepeat2000]

Glad you loved it. I loved the first game, the story was unique and worked on every level. The game was so expertly crafted and left a strong emotional impact. The medieval setting, characters and music was incredible. One of the best games of the last decade in my opinion. I’m glad they switched things up for this second part, just doing sneak all the time would have been too much of the same. Looking forward to playing this one!

[@hazelcrisp]

The narrative is so emotinal. And the music score is phenomenal. The composer is during music breakdown on his channel. And they recently did a live performance of the music on KZbin. You should really check it out!

[@vibes1025]

Thank you for existing man

[@maineman5757]

This is a satifying sequel. Love it.

[@opinionsno-oneaskedfor4494]

When you said about just sitting back after finishing a game and just thinking 'Man I love video games' just brings me back to when i finished Outer Wilds which if you haven't played yet then do yourself a favour and play it, it's on Game Pass and Playstation+ Extra

[@zacharyward8207]

Thank you! This is my favorite game of all time now!

[@HondEpic]

This is excellent news Jake and thanks for the Pizza xD. The first Game was great and was definitely a sleeper hit; it also made me say "man I love video games" by the end of it, haha. The fact that the sequel made you say the same things have me even more excited and wow, I didn't realize the game was coming out this week!

[@JakeBaldino]

It snuck up on me too. A few weeks ago I thought it wasn’t coming until nov/dec for some reason. I’m glad it’s here though!

[@HondEpic]

@@JakeBaldino Haha, the best kind of surprise I'd say 🤝🏽

[@KainZC]

Yes i find not many people talking abt the voice acting, but man, amicia's actress, she deserves an award for this, i can feel every emotion she gave

[@jeffreylong4198]

I need to start it! I enjoyed the last 1. I will probably start it this afternoon

[@homernoy]

I just bought the game on Steam after seeing this. Thanks Jake!

[@RoboCopPhoenix]

Downloading it right now actually.. loved the first game, definitely in my top 5 & definitely dropping a review on it. It's an absolute masterpiece.

[@sameepshah3835]

You're getting me really hyped up hahaha, but will have to wait till I get my PS5 sadly. Great video, cheers 👍🏻

[@playtpuspower3241]

Love your passion as always Jake would get a beer with you ❤

[@xavierabii548]

I actually pre-ordered this game. Going to try it out tonight. The first game was epic. Good to now this one is too.

[@MrSoerenschannel]

Started playing like an hour after release. And the minute I did… I knew it was gonna be amazing! ❤

[@dr.loomis4221]

A minute in huh? What happens in the first mintute?

[@MrSoerenschannel]

@@dr.loomis4221 don’t you have a psychopath to catch?

[@MrSoerenschannel]

@@dr.loomis4221 Michael has escaped again, Doc!

[@yungje0n]

I'm really looking forward to playing this game ever since I played the first one. Is it better played on console or PC though?

[@vPeteWalker]

Jake, thank you dude. I not only appreciate you not spoiling this game, but the last one too. I just started the original game, and I'm SO GLAD that between this vid and the Gameranx one, you don't give anything away. I HEAR the struggle to generalize comments, and just wanted to let you know that I am super thankful that you put in the obvious effort required there. Have a great day, bud.

[@somedude3745]

Loved the first game, can't wait to play the 2nd.

[@soar123]

I've never been a stealth game person. I love running in and cracking heads but I'm really getting into this

[@tjbrophy329]

Can’t wait to play Thursday when my collector’s edition arrives!

[@cheeselover626]

The 20 hours remark took me by surprise. I felt like it took half that amount of time to finish the first one. From what it sounds like, the extra time is well worth it; hell ya!

[@y_corruptor_y]

It is absolutely a must have but before playing requiem its very important to play innocence.

[@MatthewManney]

I really love a real adventure and the way you described this is something I need out of a game right now. I saw this and honestly wrote it off for no good reason and I'm glad I did so I could have 2 amazing games to play back to back! Thank you for having your positive attitude and I'm still waiting for that pizza!

[@CreatorHouseVlogs]

Yes I’m tired of scatterbrained games especially the open world ones they’re extremely boring to me

[@MatthewManney]

@@CreatorHouseVlogs Yea there is a lot of potential in open world games but unfortunately with the AAA business model and how work gets delegated we won't see a cohesive masterpiece all that often.

[@harbinger713]

I just finished Innocence a couple of hours ago, so glad I did. Bring on Requiem!

[@jaketerp500]

This is good news! I really wanted this game to live up to the first one.

[@nathanhitesman1787]

I really liked the story for the first game and I have been really excited for this sequel. Thank you Jake for recommending me the first one its definitely a great series.

[@Solus147]

When Jake says it's good, you know it's great.

[@TheJCghost]

So happy to hear this, really love the first game

[@zAnO1651]

I stumbled on the first game through it being one of the monthly games on PS plus had never heard of it before that but I absolutely loved it. If the frame rates are not game breaking I’m still going to check it out but that is disappointing with so many games I have to pick & choose but I don’t think this is going to disappoint based on your feelings on it!

[@heinzdirk69]

I can't wait to download this at work.

[@uforocker1488]

I loved the first game and I can’t wait for the second game!

[@JudgmenTaichi]

Excited to hear it's good! I was skeptic when the news came out that they only planned for a sequel once Innocence gained positive reception but it seems unfounded, thankfully.

[@KBTheHun]

Great review 👍🏻👍🏻

[@abear5844]

Preparing to play it once it releases in 14 minutes. Can’t wait!!!

[@-Hammer-Head-]

I just played through both for the first time and I am a broken man now

[@dustinf11]

I just finished the first game and started this one. I'm excited that I slept on the first one, because now I get to experience them both.

[@zaguar3153]

Might have to give that one a play.

[@tamrielexplorer1912]

I'm literally just now playing through both games finished innocence 2 days ago, started reqium today :D

[@scotts9691]

Good review I'm going to check it out

[@BabyBoyJr.]

For me, the best looking and story game in 2022. I only hate in this game is the bug on rtx 4000 series stutter and tearing

[@DeeViews007]

Just beat the first game a couple days ago 😎 ready for this one