Growing a Samorost (documentary film)

⭐️ Happy 5th birthday, Samorost 3! ⭐️
'Growing a Samorost' is a new documentary movie throwing light on the development process of Samorost 3, the latest part of the Samorost trilogy, released on PC and Mac in March 2016 and later on mobile. Take a look behind the scenes with the game's developers and artists and learn how they approached the creation of its art style and sound, as well as the game design itself.
Captions available in English, Russian, Czech.
If you haven't had a chance to play Samorost 3 or its older sibling Samorost 2 yet, now's the time - you can get the PC/Mac versions directly from our website 80% off! Similar deals are available on App Store and Google Play too ⭐️
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[@MakarenkOFF]

Thank you so much for this video and for the games you make. You create absolutely incredible game worlds in which I feel like a child. It's like falling into a thick grass and watching a small world of insects that live in it. Every time I play Samorosts I go back to my childhood. Greetings from Russia. Never stop!

[@felfar197]

Ого, привет

[@MakarenkOFF]

@@felfar197 ;)

[@seregakov]

Опачкиии

[@Vitalka325]

Привет.

[@-SCUM]

Лёха, спасибо за ссылку на этот видос!

[@buzhichun]

The existence of a game studio like Amanita makes me so happy, and I wish there were more developers like it; people who see the limitless potential of video games as an art form and not just an addictive skinner box with violence and scoring systems and achievements and microtransactions. (not that there's anything fundamentally wrong with games like that! We just don't have enough well-made games that *aren't* like that)

[@DezBoyle]

Well said. I agree 100%

[@Tinyvalkyrie410]

While I adore amanita and their games, they are far from unique. The indie gaming world is full of remarkable developers doing fascinating and innovative things with the medium. If you want some recommendations, I’d love to share them with you. Edit: just to clarify, when I say unique, I mean specifically in terms of creativity and output quality. Obviously their style and perspective is completely their own

[@DezBoyle]

@@Tinyvalkyrie410 From a pure gameplay standpoint, I guess I could agree. What really makes Amanita games unique is the visuals, sound and overall "feel" of being immersed in their creative worlds. I would like to hear some other developers / games you find interesting though.

[@Tinyvalkyrie410]

@@DezBoyle yeah, they definitely have a unique perspective, but I meant they aren’t unique in levels quality or creativity. Indie developers that meet that bar for me are ones like Supergiant Games, Inkle Studios, Playdead, Johnathan Blow, That Game Company, Lucas Pope, and Simogo among others. There also also lots of one off games that are totally brilliant where it’s the only thing the developer has really made, or the only great thing amongst lesser projects. Samorost 3 is one of my favorite point and click games for sure, and they are truly excellent in what they do, but there are so many fantastic indie developers and games on the market right now, it would be a shame for people to assume they are where the buck stops, so to speak. If you want I’m more than happy to list a few of my favorite indie games from the last several years Edit: added a couple other developers

[@DezBoyle]

@@Tinyvalkyrie410 Oooh yeah I checked out some of the devs you listed, definitely heard good things about Inside and The Witness. I'm a bit biased against top-down games just because I don't like them very much but I definitely agree that there's many more great games to discover. Samorost 3 is also my favorite point-and click game for sure!

[@Robocop_1987]

You guys are the reason for the happiness of a lot of people , there's no other game dev's that come close to your level of fidelity and polish in making these works of art which are totally unique in every aspect .

[@mokafi7]

fax

[@Robocop_1987]

41 likes , glad to know many people shared the same experience as myself .

[@Psionetics]

They aren't polish they are czech

[@Robocop_1987]

@@PsioneticsI'm talking about the polish the game has not the studios location .

[@averageyoutubehandle497]

​@@Psioneticspolished - high quality.

[@susanspivey9108]

I am 70 years old and I think your games are all brilliant. Please keep making these wonderful worlds for everyone to play. Samarost is my favorite; that little gnome rocks!

[@IvoStraka]

Samorost 3 is my absolute favourite. The game feels huge even from a player's perspective. The sheer talent, years of work, team coordination, and meticulous attention to detail really show, and are appreciated. There is something special to the nature-themed paintings of A. Lachman that I can't put my finger on. They combine realism with a sort of hyperbola into a magical formula that just works perfectly (and, apparently, requires months of work). And T. Dvořák is a musical genius. My impression is that the Amanita team are all incredibly lucky to have each other. I'm a big admirer, guys!

[@egora7580]

Вы гении, ребята! Художники с большой буквы. Процветайте и радуйте нас новыми шедеврами! Аплодирую вам и вашим трудам!

[@jscher2976]

Вы настоящие Творцы! И Мастера Искусств! ❤

[@olommentes]

While I was playing Samorost games, I was constantly thinking about what kind of humans does it take to create something this beautiful. Not disappointed to say the least.

[@ka-boom2083]

I need Machinarium 2 in my life...

[@geoffwales8646]

Yesssss!!!!!!!!

[@Robocop_1987]

You and me both

[@tonmoymandal5666]

Yeah, one of my favorite games I had played!

[@secretshark3311]

Same

[@Playerone57]

We all do

[@philipcregger6477]

My wife and I love your games. I hope you make a Machinarium 2 one day!

[@theros_oncore]

Yessss it would be so awesome ❤

[@GlebAlexandrov]

Samorost was love at first sight for me, such a quirky mix of different things both visual and audial that result in a totally unique vibe. mmmm these percussions and melodies, mossy roots, oh dear :) Thanks Amanita!

[@mixererunio1757]

My favorite studio that created some of my favorite games. Much love from Poland guys! Stay safe down there, so that i can play your crazy games.

[@benzen78]

Just found out that Tomas Dvorak and Tomas 'Floex' Dvorak are two different guys

[@hoogreg]

wut

[@basicnoise]

Same here. First I thought they messed up the lower thirds...

[@postcrap]

There are way too many Dvořáks. =) cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom%C3%A1%C5%A1_Dvo%C5%99%C3%A1k_(rozcestn%C3%ADk)

[@bandaraboras]

same

[@cristinaferreira9226]

@@hoogreg ďď.Mnxm mcm

[@materacyq]

I'm playing point & clicks my whole life but Samorost 3 is on another level. Happy birthday to Samorost and huge thanks to the team, You've sprinkled magic to lives of many people.

[@kristaliaastari2856]

I have been a fan of your work for as long as I can remember. I stumbled across Samorost 1 when I was in a very lonely time in my life. I love the art and the music of Amanita pieces and am super excited whenever there is a new experience to be had.

[@kh0kkiri]

Есть игры как искусство, есть - нет. Саморост однозначно из первых, потому что и картинка, и музыка, и проработанность деталей - на высоте. Можно даже не играть, чтобы в этом убедиться, достаточно открыть сцену и наслаждаться сочетанием всего. И проработанность, и душевность, и внимание к деталям... пойду еще раз перепройду.

[@kecka]

Překlad/Translation: jsou hry jako umění, jsou - NE. Samorost je jedním z prvních, protože hudba, obraz i propracovanost detailů jsou na jiné úrovni. Člověk to ani nemusí hrát, aby se v tom ujistil. Ujistit se v tom je velice prosté stačí si otevřít nějakou scénu a jen se dívat na spojení ,,všeho,,. Půjdu si ještě jednou projít tuhle výbornou HRU.

[@kh0kkiri]

@@kecka thank you very much for your translation. I am thankful

[@pascalbatronic]

Сначала подумал, что это анонс четвёртой части... Но всё равно очень круто!

[@АндрейПирожков-м7п]

Я думал они займутся продолжением Пилгримс, так как игра короткая и должно быть продолжение

[@chilifruitmonsterz]

Да, согласна :>

[@SuperSergey32]

Благодарю за русские субтитры! ✨🧩

[@Rusty_Stone]

За русские субтитры респектос.

[@MOH-Horsh]

бляяя я на английском смотрел

[@aciddementia]

Респект от фанатов из Спб:з

[@Усатый_ананас]

Хорошо что с Русскими субтитрами!

[@DedZlobny]

Спасибо за прекрасную игру, это одно из лучших воспоминаний за последние годы )

[@Skinkemann]

Such a treat to get a peek behind the curtain! I like that you're not afraid to show that there can be a bit of friction as well; it makes sense when you have a team of really strong creatives. Totally agree with the final sentiment, a great note to end on. :D Always looking forward to whatever you fine folk create, you can always count on it being singular and wonderful. Thank you for being you, Amanita! ♥

[@misterlamprey7777]

It's magical to see the creative process that went into creating such a masterpiece. You guys are absolute geniuses and masters of the craft. Never stop doing what you're doing.

[@simonbode2807]

When I play Samorost it feels like home to me. I played it with my dad when I was about 5 years old. Playing the third Game was a great throwback.

[@elysianfields84]

One of my favorite things was to wake up on Sunday morning, make some coffee and play Samorost 3. It was like the sense of wonder I felt as a kid. I got it for my dad as a gift, it is his turn to try it.

[@adrianbik3366]

I cannot put in words just how much I love Amanita Design games. Thank you, sending our regards from Poland!

[@hermaeusmora4874]

It baffles me that I haven't stumbled upon this documentary earlier. I still remember my mom showing me the 1st Samorost game that a colleague of hers had shown her, back in like 2005. I've played all the Samorosts and I even got all the achievements on the 3rd installment :) Much, much love from Finland! Please, keep pursuing this passion of creativity ❤️

[@MidoriMushrooms]

I go back to this game every so often. Some of the music from it lives in my heart.

[@Draconager]

I love your games. You are one of my favourite game making studios. Recently I decided to play the Samorost trilogy and it was a very good decision. I like every aspect of these games.

[@WooShell]

Games like these are one of the ultimate forms of art, because they consist of images, sound, writing, acting, all mixed into one package. Thank you so much for making Samorost, you've given me many hours of joy.

[@viktoriyabryndza9405]

Samorost 3 is a gem! Thank you for creating this piece of art, Amanita Design! It is art for sure! I am not a gamer, but your games are the only ones I am playing. I truly appreciate every minute and every effort you invested in creating this sophisticated and deep adventure! I love listening to the soundtrack when I need to concentrate. The sound design is amazing! Good luck and please keep going!

[@janyzhang1997]

Watched this video many times. Thanks for inspiring us all, and Samorost is my favorite game in my life. Hope you can publish a book with some early concept sketches in the future!

[@monatomicgold]

Beautiful film! Thank you for sharing these intimate moments with us! I have loved simple point-and-click games since childhood starting with King's Quest, Indiana Jones & Curse of Monkey Island, played countless games, and Samorost 3 is simply my favorite game of all time, I feel like a kid again. It is so beautiful and moving, with incredible depth and like Floex said, "humanness" and "sensitivity". You can feel the love and care you all have poured into it. A gift. Thank you thank you thank you. Also I listen to the soundtrack frequently- genius work T. Dvořák! Much love.

[@TheWilloeTree]

Wonderful to see you all and the process

[@jax0r44]

I love this so much, you guys are my favorite devs by far

[@rozsanyerges9301]

It is a game made by people who are still able to look at the world with childlike curiosity, and who can take you for a magical journey through your senses. Thank you! ♥

[@Lestil12]

... ta slova na konci o hrách jakožto vrcholnému uměleckému médiu - vytesat! Vyrýt do každýho samorostu kolem! Svatá Pravda! :-)

[@matthiaswegger]

It was so nice to get an inside look into amanita. I love this studio, thanks for your beautiful games

[@0Maguar0]

Спасибо за великолепные игры :) Вы лучшая команда )

[@irinaokhapkina]

This game is cosmic. Beautiful on an absolutely surreal level and yet, so down-to-earth quirky and cute. All these little tunes and sounds the characters make, all the meticulously created locations, atmospheric music - all things put together set you on a journey on a piece of deadwood/comet/root vegetable etc. etc. amongst creatures big and tiny. Having finished it, I'm putting it away for a while just to play it again in a while and, for sure, find more details and fall in love with the game again. Thank you for this fantastic skill and storytelling.

[@siltstrider6812]

samorost 4 time. 3 settled in my subconscious as a classic immediately. and 1 back in the day is just an experience I will never forget.

[@AnnaGlin]

all of you have insane creative energy 💜🤖 thank you for all the hard work and amazing games!

[@Alexden96Channel]

Thank you all so much for the amazing masterpieces you have created! The games you make are so near and dear to my heart, and you all work so hard to make what you love! Thank you for this inside look!

[@stefan25769]

Samorost je strašné krásná hra a hudba je nádherná! Jen tak dál a mnoho pozdravu z Rakouska! ♥️👏

[@timokomulainen]

Thank you for creating one of the most beautiful and special games I've ever played.

[@lightcircles996]

I absolutely loved Samorost when it came out and its like you say, it has a humanity and innocence that appeals to your senses more than anything tangible with all the natural aspects to it floating around in space, i still listen to the music every now and then because Dvorak came up with some wonderful sounds....keep going guys.

[@louisecollins9213]

I am a huge fan. The art, music and games are wonderful and so inspiring.

[@chilifruitmonsterz]

Inspirují mě vaše hry. Prosím, pokračujte ve vytváření mistrovských děl

[@mrbelor3805]

Very cool. I like Samorost world Спс за русские субтитры)

[@silverblue73]

I love that these people are working together because everyone believes in what the other person is doing so much they genuinely want to contribute their efforts

[@Xavvie]

Thank you so much for your art, I’ve enjoyed it throughout the years starting with the first Samorost! Very eager to see the new game!

[@vincenium]

34:18, games = ultimate artistic media; exactly! Simply the next step in the evolution of media

[@cocomonki185]

Beautiful documentary love it ! And lots of inspiration!

[@bikashgartia6614]

You guys are lucky for me, I played this game and it worked like magic and helped me relief stress and anxiety. Waiting for next release from Amanita ❤️

[@jachymnovotny5907]

Milujeme Vaše hry, skvělý dokument. Těšíme se na další díla od Vás.

[@TheArengil]

Pro Samorosty mám zvláštní místo uvnitř a trojka byla fantastická - včetně hudby, výtvarné stránky a vůbec všeho. Doufám, že se jednou dočkáme i čtyřky. :)

[@DezBoyle]

I'M SO EXCITED TO WATCH THIS! I absolutely love your games. Such a work of art.

[@DezBoyle]

I still come back to this video Instant motivation

[@machineman8920]

This is the only game, form of entertainment that made me stand back and think: "the world around me is breathing".

[@icarus1273]

It is amazing how highly skilled and creative people can do so much with very modest means ; no high end studio, laptops, etc etc. I need to keep it mind next time I am thinking to upgrade my already very good tech gears.

[@blitzsnap]

Vaše hry jsou prostě legendární. Jako malý jsem s dědou a bráchou hrál první dva díly Samorosta, Machinarium, později i Botaniculu, a tak mám pro vaše hry slabost. Přeci jen to byly jedny z prvních her které jsem kdy hrál (možná i první co jsem hrál). Pamatuju si, že když vyšel Samorost 3, tak jsem se do té hry úplně ponořil. Creaks byla taky geniální hra. Rozhodně pokračujte v tom co děláte (pokud zrovna neděláte Chuchel) a nepřestávejte, protože vaše hry jsou doslova umění :) A taky furt čekám na to pošahané Machinarium 2. Notak, už je to 12 let.

[@zetep.3506]

I so enjoy finding your work again!....Love from New Zealand.

[@Shimamomo]

Thanks for this film! Samorost 3 was a beautiful experience!

[@bilguuunbisheee2792]

I hope Machinarium 2 will be release! I will wait it no matter how long. Machinarium and Samorost is best game of my childhood ✨

[@Vitalka325]

Спасибо за что-то самобытное, пропитанное человечностью и состраданием.

[@MemoriaMatters]

absolutely lovely. you guys are the best :)

[@richvreeland]

Absolutely amazing work !

[@deusirae6662]

You're the best guys. Your games are an essential part of my childhood

[@rudsby]

Už od dětství miluju vaše hry, především Samorost a Machinarium. Za mě to jsou jedny z těch nejosobitějších a nejkrásnějších her, co existují. Děkuji :)

[@zetetick395]

Love this VG studio, Botanicula was soo charming! A perfectly formed leafy little adventure game! :D

[@MWHDA16]

Bravo pánové, jste pro mě mistři umění (zvuk, grafika, herní interakce atd.). Děkuji Vám

[@altaktak]

I love you so much guys.. This is art not just a game... 💖💖 Moc vás miluji kluci.. Tohle je umění nejen hra... 💖💖 أحبكم كثيرًا يا رفاق.. هذا فن وليس مجرد لعبة 💖💖

[@albertoo_alm]

Waiting Samorost 4.. 🌱👐❤

[@pavvel_s]

I wish you to expand your team and make more projects, bigger worlds. Creaks showed us that you are able to upgrade your level of games and save soul and vibe of all of your works. Thanks!

[@Дариус_Кронли]

Как же я завидую вам) уже лет 10. С тех самых пор, когда впервые поиграл в Машинариум, понял, что вы делаете ровно то, что я бы хотел делать. Создавать что-то доброе, красивое и душевное, оживлять его, раскрывать сердца людей, занимать их разум, и всё это в уютном месте в дружной компании без корпоративных установок и кранчей. Просто идиллия) Вы - моя любимая игровая компания! Надеюсь, Саморост 3 - ещё не высшая точка в вашей истории, а просто очередная ступенька и ваш новый проект будет ещё амбициознее и ещё (куда ж ещё то?!) красивее и детальнее прорисован)

[@billygreggory7899]

I can't believe this game is 5 years old already.

[@SobelTomas]

Actually the first Samorost is almost 20 years old (2003)

[@calvin5872]

Samorost is art! I love you amanita design!

[@lucamarinizero]

I'd love to find a team so open minded as all of you to create my own project, probably it will remain a dream !! Congrats for your amazing job ;) I've played almost all your games ;)

[@GordonFreechmen]

I've stopped playing video games for the longest time, but Amanita games are the sole exception.

[@geoffwales8646]

Thanks for making these games. We are all richer for the experience.

[@stop_drop]

this was so cool, makes me want to go back and play those Amanita games i completed

[@ashrafalbayaty9901]

Great job guys , thank you very much stay in developing a new advanture of your games

[@дудромраж]

Amanita, ваши игры оставили неизгладимые впечатления в моём многолетнем игровом опыте, одни из самых красивых, волшебных и душевных. Ваши игры останутся в истории, на них будут ровняться, можете не сомневаться. Спасибо вам и удачи.

[@urfan7850]

Amazing! Note: I was here once...

[@lucievecerova9915]

Cokoliv od vás je čistá láska. Ta nejčistší ❤️

[@eugenesagan5203]

Thank you for posting this film! Very inspirational

[@matej_ptacek]

No jo, programovat hru s týmem umělců! David je pravej hrdina příběhu! edit: krásnej dokument a krásný hry, samozřejmě; naše domácnost děkuje vám všem

[@pppo7910]

love your art style!

[@pomogaikin7631]

Vse světy jsou skutečným uměleckým dílem, prosím, pokračujte! Floex je génius, jeho hudba je kouzelná. S přáteli čekáme na Phonopolis a sníme o pokračování Machinarium. Děkuji týmu Amanita.

[@stup1d679]

Thank you so much for the Russian translation. It was very interesting

[@nevada_tomato]

Another great thing from my fav devs : Amanita Design

[@taekatanahu635]

That is rather interesting username.. 😆

[@nevada_tomato]

@@taekatanahu635 thx taekatanahu

[@Hazuk1]

спасибо большое за русские сабы) Все игры от аманиты просто огонь!) Команда разработчиков и музыканты просто наиталантливейшие)

[@lingvoraccoon7227]

You guys are all masterpieces, you all in Amanita team

[@treasureseeker358]

Viva la Amanita Design.

[@AndreLinoge69]

Моё почтение, господа! За Машинариум - снимаю перед Вами шляпу!))

[@alexeyoffline4472]

Это прекрасно

[@kjlmknbkvhg]

So impressive and cute, you are incredible!

[@dove_shampoo2957]

Rly cool!

[@lervely376]

Ye ik

[@jakubjezek9620]

Jste úžasní došel jsem k vám přes taťku když mi bylo tak 6 a dotedka si užívám každou vaši hru nejde říct která je nejlepší ale creaks machinarium a samorost jsou úplný topovky jsem strašně rád že tvoříte a že jste nepřestali

[@yanadnadya]

I just play it thanks to promo announcement it is the most beautiful game ive ever play

[@Hamlet_Carey]

Jako dítě jsem si myslela, že Samorost je jméno trpaslíka.

[@mert8722]

Hey Amanita Deisgn i love your games 9 year I LOVE AMANITA DESIGN ❤️💓