ALONE IN THE DARK (2024) | Launch Review

[@RagnarRoxShow]

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[@retrogamelover2012]

Yeah, I think I'd have to agree on the whole price tag thing. Especially when certain parts of the world are currently in a recession.

[@lonewolffang]

A great easter egg is right after you talk to the doctor's office if you have the lock combination, open it and there's a slightly damaged copy of the original game cover of AITD instead of what appears there later in the game.

[@ravenred6878]

*Philomena Cunk voice* "The title says Alone in the Dark but oddly there are two of us in here. Not so alone isn't it?"

[@pocketinfinity6733]

*Philomena Cunk voice* "There seems to be evil in this residence, a resident evil if you would"

[@MotiviqueStudio]

The original Alone in the Dark game debuted in 1992, and became one of the most seminal pieces of western media to appear in the three years since the first airing of the 1989 Belgian techno-anthem “Pump Up the Jam.”

[@josh-oo]

​@@MotiviqueStudio *first minute of the music video for "Pump up the Jam" plays*

[@AC-hj9tv]

​@@josh-oo😂😂

[@Tinyvalkyrie410]

@@josh-ooand not a second less

[@TheMovingEye]

You had me at "head writer for Soma is in charge".

[@killerking2346]

​@@FantasyYeetback to Fortnite, kid

[@jamesrule1338]

Soma: Why rely on jump scares when you can destroy people with existential dread instead.

[@magicman3163]

@@jamesrule1338it very simple it’s copy and paste not cut and paste it’s very basic you’d probably have to be scared of that game you were probably in elementary when it came out

[@erc3338]

WAIT REALLY?? Does that mean that he left the company that made SOMA? I asked him for more details on the unused lore on Twitter, and he said he couldn't just in case SOMA 2 actually happens, as they plan on using the unused content in a potential sequel. If he's gone, that means he *might* be able to go public with more info on the Unused Lore!

[@RpTheHotrod]

​​@@magicman3163interestingly enough, cut and paste is also used if you decide to kill off sleeping Simon. In computers, cut and paste means the data is copied, then the original is deleted. It's always copying involved.

[@ogto]

i imagine reviews like these are a real treat for the devs, they can sigh with relief and say 'he gets it, thank god'. excited to try this (when it inevitably goes on sale)

[@walksinrain]

Nobody at work is stopping me watching this at my desk. They know how important this is to watch Ragnar IMMEDIATELY

[@RagnarRoxShow]

Admirable work ethics!

[@saschaberger3212]

Imma call your boss

[@ok_listen]

​@@saschaberger3212and I'll call YOUR boss for calling his boss. 😤

[@Belsthar]

Literally me right now

[@soulflame5635]

@@ok_listenThis is FBI - Meme department - You are both under arrest charge is snitchin on each

[@TheOblivionMan]

Haven't had a chance to play yet, but most of what I've heard about it sounds like it's an example of what some people call a mid-card game, something in a sweet-spot between indie and AAA you don't see as much these days, so it had the freedom to takes some risks with direction and gameplay but also had a development budget higher than "the loose change we found digging through the breakroom couch".

[@RagnarRoxShow]

That hits the spot pretty well, yeah

[@Kropothead]

Nice. That’s a pretty comfortable niche for survival horror.

[@yoursonisold8743]

I think the current term for this kind of game is AA (double A). Decent budget, imitating AAA titles without overstepping its limits, but distinctly not indie either. Other examples of this are the recent Robocop game or that surprisingly decent Terminator game from a few years back.

[@9Godslayer]

It's refreshing to see a publisher _actively_ seek out one of their most vocal critics for a prelaunch review to actually showcase how good the game is. That's just good PR.

[@RagnarRoxShow]

To clarify a little bit, they sought me out for something else last year that didn't fit my channel quite as well, but since I still had the contact I approached them and said "hey, I'd love to give AitD a shot" and after some pestering they said "alright here you go." So I can't give them those specific kudos, in all fairness.

[@9Godslayer]

@@RagnarRoxShow Still better than the treatment that I’ve seen other people in the industry get, especially when it involved journalists and other people who were in the habit of judging a game.

[@vitomiceli4018]

@@RagnarRoxShow Are you really pushing for all games to be free to play? Why do some many people don't understand that games cannot be free, developers have to be paid. And if you don't pay for the game upfront, you're gonna pay with sh1tty monetization practices. I prefer to pay upfront.

[@deathproof8732]

You assumed and made an a- well. You know the saying.

[@PinkuPeachy]

NOT THE LEON PUPPY CLIP 😂❤

[@The_Skellington]

It was so surprising, I almost spat out my drink.

[@cinnamonsparrowdesigns]

@@The_Skellington Yeah I almost choked too haha

[@librenarraty1964]

6:45 Interesting. My take on the scene is "we are deeply fond of the original game, but we will not let that fondness consume us. We'll use that fondness to fuel our game instead."

[@Tinyvalkyrie410]

This is the only review of this game I care about. I’ve seen a lot of mixed reviews for this, and the bad ones seemed very “I just don’t get this game” or “jank is intolerable.” I desperately wanted your take. Can’t wait to get into this

[@JDelwynn]

Jank has become one of my most hated word lately, people seem to use it exclusively say a game is bad without focusing on the good parts.

[@RexVergstrong]

Weird how you chose to ignore the constant stutterings and other problems the game has.

[@lactofermentation]

​@@JDelwynn It also ignores that depending on how it impacts playability, jank can be charming.

[@HannyaBoi]

If my horror game doesn't have a bit of jank I don't want it.

[@hannahgrippin8592]

Same! I saw some other reviews before this one and then I saw ragnarox put out this video and I was like "ok his is the only opinion I need or care about."

[@vermincrown]

9:55 Goat without horns? Cabrit sans cor? A whole-ass Gabriel Knight reference.

[@RagnarRoxShow]

YES!

[@vermincrown]

@@RagnarRoxShow After seeing the metacritic scores being around 64, and a bit of a mixed review, random acted out scenes from one of my favourite games of all time is gonna sell me on getting this game, if the rest of your review didn't already convince me of that. :)

[@thegreatpoo2electricboogal318]

Awesome! You know one thing that really bothers me is how much emphasis people put on technical aspects rather than the game itself. Ive seen so many people s***ting on this game and many others because they dont look as good as say RE or Spiderman and COMPLETELY disregarding the fact that this is a smaller team with a smaller budget. It just boils my blood lol.. but at the same time, having that $60 price tag is kind of opening up the game to that criticism. Either way I look forward to this! Thanks dude!

[@RagnarRoxShow]

Mirrors my feelings exactly.

[@mercury5003]

I got the game for myself and honestly I think it's gorgeous. The only issue really is the facial animations are really flat.

[@thegreatpoo2electricboogal318]

@@mercury5003 same! I played last night for a few hours and I thought it looked great! Derceto manor is incredibly detailed and the atmosphere, worldbuilding and tension is really well done.

[@UnicornStorm]

look, art design is amazing, framedrops and pop, disappearing textures, character textures spazzing off, your character going haywire during pretty much all the cutscenes in the fixed-camera-section, unprecise collision letting you get stuck on... nothing.... these technical aspects can drastically and negatively impact the playing experience. There's a lot of good in this game. Played through it multiple times to collect and discover everything. But it's a mess both in terms of writing AND design

[@caturiges]

Not gonna lie. I didn't know this was even in development.

[@salazar556]

I only found out about it back in January, thanks to a video discussing upcoming horror games. Apparently, this has been in the works for a few years now.

[@timglop44]

Its refreshing to see someone actually giving this game the credit it deserves, it was never going to be perfect but I feel most reviewers weren't really giving it a chance. Great review filled with honesty and genuine love for the original.

[@Darkheart291]

I've been finding myself craving middle to lower budget survival horror games recently. I've played just about every one I can find on steam, this honestly looks like it fits in the perfect spot for me. Excited to play

[@joshandhistube]

yeah if only they didn't hire big budget actors to artificially inflate the price...

[@mr.sinjin-smyth]

It's just wonderful to see Alone in the Dark back again with a competently designed game unlike the previous last two (2008 game and Illumination). Another solid alternative to Resident Evil to pass the time while awaiting it's next installment.

[@carlross3043]

I've just downloaded this title, day one, and have avoided all reviews. I have just stopped by the channel after seeing the title of this video and wanted to say well and truly well done Mr. RagnarRox. Your taste and analysis is absolutely top shelf past or present. Your no schill and bless ya for it. Keep fighting the good fight! 🍻💯💰

[@DoctorWhy777]

I love the Quest For Glory (Hero Quest) music in the background around 28mins - Really brings back memories. Thanks for the review!

[@lonerdreamer92]

I really hope the mainstream mixed reception doesn't kill a sequel from happening. Everything I've seen shows the devs being passionate for what they've made even taking the piss out of themselves. It's admirable what they were able to accomplish without using a AAA budget.

[@aquacamel]

As a big fan of the original, this was exactly the review I was looking for.

[@bryanmusso2393]

Anyone else notice that any reviewer who doesn’t work for a publication liked this game?

[@max.8941]

True, very suspicious...

[@Falas5898]

People give unnecessary attention to technical issues as if these are the ends and cant see the overall game itself, the feeling of it, the essence of it. People who work for a publication depend on this left brain oriented view since the world has become obsessed with technical side. Personal taste is oblivious in reviewers who work for a publication.

[@fistfullofsalt6311]

They pick the most bass ackwards people to review games. To them it's just another paycheck no matter how badly they review the game, even if it's a great game to the public.

[@UnicornStorm]

you could also say, "isn't it weird how all the youtubers who got an early copy liked the game"

[@yoursonisold8743]

​@@UnicornStorm If you had posted this comment under any other video bug Ragnar's you may have sounded nearly credible. But this guy doesn't lie about his impressions for bribes.

[@vul4ak]

I am so happy this game turned out good. In retrospect - it's amazing to see years of horror gaming innovation coalesce into the AITD remake (nice platypus comparison). And you know it's good when the original creator steps up and says "Yeah, the remake is good - the team did an amazing job!" Now let's hope this continues and AITD keeps getting better from here.

[@IbiLeZombie]

A surprise Ragnar video popping on my YT page only 2 minutes after it being posted is a great thing in itself. Said video being about AITD is even better. 🥰

[@hartthorn]

Very glad to hear this one final hit the mark. I've loved AITD since the first one, and fully understand how much it has been failed. But as an entire aside, your comments on the game and story made me think of an idea: What about a horror game type thing in this vein, with lots of investigation, puzzles, and even more "decision" moments. But the twist is that the story itself will change based on what you do. Like, the anti-save scumming narrative. Simple examples: Push the chest in front of the window to block the monster jumping in later? It pops out of a chest in the corner. Kill the monster in Chapter 1, you get attacked by a mob in Chapter 3. Sneak past the monster, and you have to save the townspeople FROM it in Chapter 2. Deeper examples: Deciding which lead to track down first determines whether you're dealing with vampires or psychic aliens. Have decision trees that fundamentally fork, ne'er to meet again. Clues dropped in the beginning can wind up having 3 different explanations depending on which path is taken. And this might mean literal gameplay differences, shifting focuses between combat, stealth, puzzle solving, and investigation. Just a weird thought experiment.

[@jordanmalone2547]

You should for sure check out shadow of doubt. Although it isn’t a horror game, it has all of those aspects in terms of investigation and puzzle solving, I’m imagining a game that has all of that with horror, good lord that would be an absolute BANGER. Love the thought!! All we can do is dream and one of us dreamers will make it happen, but back to the video I’m so stoked for this I’m copping it as soon as I can

[@poobum333]

Wish other reviewers actually went more in-depth like this one. They just seem to talk about what's on ground level when there so much more underneath.

[@lydz7451]

Ragnar!!!!!!!! Thank you for making my 4am workout that much better 🥰

[@RagnarRoxShow]

4AM is a dope time for a workout! Go kick ass!

[@emmawikander8382]

I loved watching this and despite never playing the original or any of the other games in the series, you made me really wanna try this out xD

[@casanovafunkenstein5090]

I'm bitterly disappointed that Carnby hasn't got his iconic ginger mustache. It's such a great design and the series is lesser for abandoning it in favour of being about a generic looking guy with dark hair

[@beccawaltz7591]

This looks amazing! I do miss Edward’s legendary mustache tho 😭

[@RagnarRoxShow]

Yeah true, RIP stache. But there's a mode that lets you play with the o.g. lowpoly player models. Legit considering playing it like that next time.

[@ThunderflySc2]

​@@RagnarRoxShow Just because of that I would be willing to buy the game also. (Have been more than 10+ plus years a I haven't bought a game on release for 50+ usd)

[@JDelwynn]

@@RagnarRoxShowToo bad it costs extra. Modern gaming industry strikes again!

[@treadlightly76]

Well you get a hat this time.

[@Wookiee925]

I'm sure someone will mod it in at some point 😜

[@adamkeasey655]

Commented in the first 10 minutes, glad I could catch this on my lunch. Love good news/development in horror.

[@tomorrowwestport2620]

I loved new nightmare It was a beautiful ‘final horror’ coda during the transition of ps1 to ps2 How fitting the father of the genre would bookend the era with a game that paid homage to the two franchises it inspired while keeping the lovecraftian terror of the original New nightmare for me was survival horrors final and defiant farewell to the era where the genre existed as the big dog of the consoles and by extension the PC

[@LORDOFDORKNESS42]

IMHO, personally think that AitD 3's horror is underrated due to the surface Western theme. There's some f-ed up deaths, monsters, scenes and undead in that game, nobody takes seriously just because they're wearing cowboy clothes while trying to kill Carnby. Like there's this one zombie that's been kept in filth for so long by the main antagonist, he's obsessed with bathing. And you can give him a soap instead of fighting him directly, and he instantly MELTS from it. If that scene was in a modern game? I think it would near instantly go viral on pure WTF factor. Just for one example how that game genuinely creeped me out as a kid.

[@MrSpartan993]

9:49 “Khajiit has wares, if you have coin.”

[@KeinZantezuken]

1:43 - "[...] that kept driving the series toward action" Literally RE lifestory in an nusthell. In fact, a story of most so-called "le survival horror" games that take roots from that age

[@RagnarRoxShow]

Yep, I also said that in my O.G. Alone in the Dark video; it's very interesting how even the original AitD trilogy went down a similar spiral as Resident Evil eventually

[@theredbutterfly-]

A new Ragnar video about the game I'm going to play after work ? Let's goooo ❤

[@schnozcomplex4137]

How is it that every time a new Alone in the Dark game drops I only ever hear about it well after it's already finished and released

[@pwcreighton214]

Came across your channel via this video. Love the video essays and this is a great take. I'm loving Alone in the Dark, I sporadically have a flash of 'I wish there was a new Eternal Darkness,' then I immediately go back to scavenging collectibles as Edward.

[@RagnarRoxShow]

Thanks! I actually covered Eternal Darkness a while ago. Love that game to bits!

[@creamdeluxe5655]

Let's fucking go!!!

[@egoborder3203]

this is great news! I know how much you appreciate the original from your video 10 months ago, so the fact that you liked this gives me great hope. Can't wait to try it!

[@ΑριάδνηΤζουνάκου]

Excellent presentation. Personally I am still going to wait half to one year until after the game's release, just because I cannot pay 60 bucks for one game. It looks like the studio has done a great job but, like you said, they are shooting themselves in the foot this way. On another note, have you heard about two games called Fear & Hunger (1 and 2)? I would be very interested in hearing your opinion on these gems.

[@RagnarRoxShow]

1) That's a smart way to go about it imo 2) You should check the credit segment of my last video (Aconcagua), I talk about how I've been working on a Fear & Hunger video but why it's taking a bit longer.

[@kosmosyche]

I've already bought the game and I'm ready to play, but I'll watch your video first out of respect and appreciation that you're covering it.

[@Mr_Crair98]

"my weapon broke, call an ambulance... But not for me" Starts shooting

[@noahgolden6258]

its always a treat when Ragnar uploads more than once a month.

[@trainyourdog7351]

Thanks for the video bother, giving me some quality content to listen to while walkin n delivering this mail✌🏾

[@ProfBrunoClemente]

I'd love a video about soma! I love it! Great video as always! Thank you!

[@MichellePfan]

The Philomena Cunk bit had me in stitches 😂

[@salazar556]

I am playing this as soon as I get off work. I'm hyped! I know a lot are complaining about the graphics, but honestly, that's such a minimal thing. All I care about is a fun survival horror with a decent story.

[@HasegawaRayven]

The most significant memory i have of Alone in the Dark comes from The New Nightmare. (...And I did play the Xbox Series-Reboot) I specifically remember walking into a room, lightning flashing outside the window and blinding the screen, then clearing to reveal the room filled to the brim with multiples of the hardest monster I'd faced to that point, before flashing again to an empty room as I tried to stop hyperventilating.

[@JeanLucPicard85]

60$ price seems like a self-inflicted head shot to me as well. Not to mention releasing it alongside DD2.

[@reptomicus]

I think the Alan Wake reference also doubles as a reference to the Lovecraftian movie In the Mouth of Madness with the addition of the wallpaper scene as a tip of the hat to the poster peeling scene in the movie.

[@Tayasha]

Thanks for the video and applying subtitles! ❤

[@Warhopper]

I think your video is the only advertisement I have seen for this game and it looks great. Fantastic review as well, love the notes from someone who loved the original so much.

[@alanrobertson8626]

What a fine duo of unexpected delights: A Ragnar video and good news about a modern remake or reboot. Cheers, Ragnar.

[@rickimaru915]

I love Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare, I think it’s one of the best (and scariest) survival horror games out there and I will absolutey die on this hill. I never played the previous games though, so I didn’t have any expectations.

[@residentgrigo4701]

Alone in the Dark: A New Nightmare is a good game. 23 years.

[@snxjsnsnjsiwnsjsosjsmmemsjsn]

yeah the original had some better parts but all in all that WAS A VEEERY GOOD ACTION AND HORROR GAME COMBINED, onenof the best only res.evil 4 being better...

[@yoursonisold8743]

You are crazy.

[@atanamorell2]

OMG - I love SOMA so much! I am excited just to know that writer is working on this project. Bodes well for it.

[@mr.sinjin-smyth]

Despite it's glaring flaws, I still see Alone in the Dark 2024 a successful and much needed revival to this badly mismanaged series of 30+ years. This new game is already cult status material with solid gameplay, engaging story, characters and creepy atmosphere. It will gain an audience in due time and be an ideal ENTRY point for newcomers to the series, something the series has long lacked. The 1992 original (plus trilogy) is too old for most gamers to get into. New Nightmare is an underrated classic, but is also too old for most new gamers to get into and the 2008 game is a jumbled mess of mixed styles and ideas much worse than RE6.

[@ROZIN97]

This mane gets it,this game is a fresh take on a dead franchise,an i would advise people to not look at reviews give it a go,i haven't really experienced a lot of jank, this video got me saying,alone in the dark is back babe ❤

[@glennbob5093]

I did not expect to see Wendigoon in this review.

[@arleend5014]

The movie reference is "Solaris" 1972 in case someone is looking for the info (like i did XD). On the topic of the game. Now that one of the people I trust with deep and complex games has offered praise to the game and the effort of the developers, in the most sincere expression "Honey, Wake Up! ALONE IN THE DARK is finally good again!" , I shall buy the game. TLDR Love the review! Thanks for the insight, it helped me make up my mind on getting this game as a physical and early into it's release.

[@Vimes86]

Some of the reviews of this game and some gamers comments in the internet make me feel like the gaming medium future is hopeless. Just open world games, rpgs or not, where the git gud mentality is strong and damn live services online games. I am loving this new alone in the dark, thanks to the writing, the environments and atmosphere. It's been very unpredictable, even if i feel it loses some of the horror factor in a few moments

[@98Clank98]

well, with that introduction i guess im going to have to do another Mundaun and wait to watch this review until i've played the game myself! i trust your judgement, and i love soma dearly, so im excited!

[@carloslaucho3174]

*Gasp* MOM WAKE UP, ragna made a second video for the month!

[@stitchfan93]

All the best to everyone for Alone in the Dark. Survive the horror 😊❤

[@WynneL]

Ah, the Mordavia music in the SHA section of this warmed my little adventurer's heart! So many delightful references, Clarice. This video actually convinced me to get the game; I stopped when you said the game was good again and immediately ran off to purchase it. I think ultimately, the price point has a fair bit to do with David Harbor and Jodie Comer, and I'm fine with it. After playing, I do feel like the game is a bit short, but deep. It is a satisfying experience, but I agree with you that the inclusion of more elegant solutions would've added so much. I wish successful sneaking resulted in methods to use the environment against your enemies; this was my favorite thing about the old Thief trilogy. I think it would have added a lot.

[@Iceman9122]

Honestly really want this game but 60 is too hefty a price. I'll just wait until it gets cheaper in a few months. Looks really good

[@Lord_Deimos]

Honestly we need more middle shelf games like this

[@Kiandil-Mori]

Great video Ragnar. Game looks really good and that gives me hope for more future remakes, good old horror games and classics like parasite eve (ImTalkingToYouSquareEnixImBegingYouPleaseGiveUsARemake) I really love those dark jazzy tunes you used to ambient the video, could we get a playlist for the song you used please ? Greetings from Chile

[@Aarkwrite]

I’m so glad. I was worried it was going to be terrible.

[@TheZoobZoobs]

Thanks Ragnar, you really put me worries to rest, I was seeing less than stellar review scores and I was getting worried

[@aldraone-mu5yg]

Anything Jodi Comer touches turns to gold.

[@Frellyouall]

Except the final season of Killing Eve

[@joshandhistube]

tell that to The Rise of Skywalker tee hee

[@tmendes24]

⁠@@Frellyouall final seasons of most shows suck. I never blame the cast for that.

[@aldraone-mu5yg]

@@joshandhistube Ok fair enough, I’ll watch stuff she’s in just to see her act is what I mean.

[@MLoreley]

I think the thing that hit me over the head in this review was use of multiple tracks from Quest for Glory 4, which has some interesting themes in common with Alone in the Dark. And then it made me realize how old I am. ahaha...ha....

[@The_Joestar]

Now I want a game with Cunk... thanks 😂

[@ifgezroxy]

I have played for 2 hours now. As my daily playtime is limited to my 4yo daughters sleeping hours. But I have loved it so far. I only paid ~30 euros, and has been amazing value for money. I loved your take on this, like I enjoy pretty much all your videos.

[@GuiAcido]

i love this game! i have so much fun with it and i was impressed with the combat really fun alternating between melee and ranged. i got some bugs where i got stuck in some little objects in the cenario but and got to reload the game, but the game is REALLY good super fun

[@arararagi-san]

Damn, can't believe I caught an upload fresh from Ragnar.

[@captainfach]

Hell yeah, that was fast. Ragnar is the best horror game channel!

[@rockybalboa4593]

I am absolutely loving this game and really hope it does well so the franchise can continue. I’d love to see a team remake Alone in the Dark 2 (sometimes titled Alone in the Dark: One Eyes Jack’s Revenge) and Alone in the Dark 3 in the same style this game was made in. This is a real gem! I’m having a blast playing it.

[@rumplstiltztinkerstein]

You are so underrated bro.

[@jacksquatt6082]

I've been playing this over the past week, and completed my second playthrough today. Great experience, especially since I went in totally cold, not even realizing the remake existed until the day I bought it. Also, for $40 for a physical copy on PS5, I think I got my money's worth.

[@Braxmegaman]

On the off chance you see this, how strict is the ammo economy in this game? I remember getting hard stuck in the RE2 remake after running out of ammo, and while this game seems really intriguing, I'm not eager to repeat that experience.

[@kolekcjonerCN]

Talking about price so openly, just show how great reviewer you are wow real OG

[@TerryRed]

The whole time I'm watching this... I'm like... "is that SH4 tunez in the background.... yah it is." I can't help but feel like the Silent Hill 2 remake review will mirror much of how this review went. I am happy to see AITD 2024 finally get the kind of game it deserves. What pleasant surprise.

[@WrathOfGrapesN7]

The one thing that I wasn't expecting from this game was just how much I was gonna ship Emily and Ruth. Seriously, from their incessant flirting to Emily excitedly asking if it was ok for her to write to Ruth when she gets back home, it was a joy... until it was sad. And Emily's pained crying out of Ruth's name... damn.

[@reizak8966]

Wow, I had no idea the original Alone in the Dark inspired so many horror game tropes! (Also, please cover Soma. I love that game so much!!)

[@RagnarRoxShow]

I have covered it already a LONG time ago and I definitely want to revisit it and give it a way more in depth look

[@TombstoneActual42]

Excellent review! Makes me even more excited to play this. I've got a trig midterm in an hour from now, after i conquer it I'm going to pick up my copy on the way home 😁

[@mabec]

Its the eyes, the characters looks like dead dolls with those dark pupils

[@brmawe]

This looks like a very solid revival to the grandfather of horror games but also looks too simple at times. Nonetheless I'm glad that Alone In The Dark is back!

[@carlcouture1023]

What you said about the price point setting expectations seems to be coming true. Looking at the Steam reviews it's still mostly positive but the bad reviews are people complaining about the graphics and some really minor things like frame drops and loading during cutscenes. Things that are perhaps flaws but not enough to earn a thumbs down. I can only imagine that the $60 is why it's getting those. Still I'm happy to see what they did with it and I'm glad the franchise is back on track.

[@Saint_Medusa]

That LAST " this would never have happen " 😮

[@virtual_vanitas]

that painting with the scared guy looks a lot like the guy from Call of Cthulhu game from 2018

[@ChairmanKam]

28:02 VERY appropo. A Lovecraftian Gothic Adventure RPG track. You sir are a man of culture.

[@vampiregirl310]

Im still playing my first play through and i been wanting to play this game since last year. I am enjoying Alone in the dark. I never played the 1992 alone in the dark, but i respect the game. Im sad no one is talking about this game.

[@malkyus]

Loved the "cabrit sans cor" line. Remembered me of Gabriel Knight.

[@ralgore]

Aha so one of the main guys from Frictional Games (Mikael) is also in charge of stuff here...no wonder the horror and the psychological aspects were so good.

[@deathproof8732]

Welcome to South Louisiana where if the bugs dont get ya, the spirits and criminals will!

[@MuraCasardis]

So happy you got the opportunity to review it! It seems like a match made in heaven... or hell >:3

[@TimeTravelisBoring]

David Harbour's character looks like the front man of Future Islands.

[@Revikra]

28:11 Wendigoon is investigating cryptids! Sounds like an indie game premise.

[@sierrakobold6896]

The music piece you used during the platypus portion sounded definitely like the theme for the thieves guild in QFG4: Shadows of darkness, but it definitely wasn't the actual theirves guild theme, are you able to tell me if is from a game ir was it just some random music u chose? Great video also

[@snow5o5o]

Your detailed approach to this review of the source material and your experience with the original game. Plus your knowledge of its history and lore surrounding it. Has provided me with clarity that I can make an educated decision on whether I should buy this title. Alone in the Dark being the source of homage that many great horror game franchises derived from such as resident evil and silent hill, both that i thoroughly enjoyed playing makes my decision even easier. The context, cross referenced with the visual presentation where ideas were expanded upon in other franchises was quite interesting to learn and how this adaptation kept and also expanded on the original alone in the dark but provided you and perhaps others with the intention that it still kept close to its roots when other iterations of the same game lost what made the original great. This is how a review should be written or in this case viewed. Only someone who has experienced the original and has now had access to remake could only make an accurate assessment of its counterpart. I did not play the original because i did have a PC at that time, only a console, but none the less I knew of that game and its caliber, and was introduced to it with new nightmare on ps1 as well as the likes of clock tower resident evil and silent hill from a genre i absolutely love. Keep the reviews coming. This is the reason I'm getting the game, which is at a discount on ps5 at the moment, too 😅, and this was the reason I subscribed today.