Amnesia meets The Thing [Still Wakes the Deep - Part 1]

Still Wakes the Deep Playlist: • Still Wakes the Deep

[@haleyfinn1]

I’ll be honest I’m grateful for the “idiots guide to Scottish slang” subtitles 😅 I’m just a wee numpty, what can I say!

[@EL1991_]

John doesn’t realize that not everyone has a Scottish best friend (Sinow) lol

[@missstogib]

As a non English native speaker i actually appreciate the subs so i can understand the slang

[@anna_frd]

same! it's nice and that way you can learn the slang without going insane or feeling dumb

[@LunaLightbringer]

A lot of English speakers don't understand Scottish slang, you're in good company 😂

[@mistral9950]

Ah me too XD

[@A_Ereira]

Agreed. I'd much rather hear the real version and read the translation. Like, you know, any other language. Hope John changes it back.

[@loati94]

I actually prefer that the subtitles say the same thing I hear, I learned english with subtitles and you get the meaning of the words by the context. If I hear some words and read something different, most of the time, my brain is going to not register the words I heard and only focus on the subtitles I read. That way I don't learn so It doesn't help me at all

[@drthalattos]

It’s not a bad game. I managed to complete it in an evening. Being Scottish it’s great having a game with so many Scottish accents and having people who talk like I do.

[@bluewolf7111]

Im sad that hearing "its not a bad game" makes me hyped for a game when its about a horror game. The current state of horror games.

[@RuneTacticss]

Yeah I've seen a lot of reviews and the common consensus is that its just okay or mid which is kinda sad honestly I was excited for this game but hey what can you do.

[@samzilla567]

@@bluewolf7111 We live in a world where the best choice for a Silent Hill 2 remake is Bloober Team of all studios. It's become a complete joke of a genre compared to the PS2 golden age.

[@MissLisaBabyx]

Game was fantastic, loved hearing my own accent even tho sure some were dundee way lol, but I Cldnt fault it

[@DrZPrzy101]

@@samzilla567in my opinion, the WORST studio to do the SH2 remake is Bloober Team. The games they make are either ok or really bad. And then more footage I see for the remake, the more it looks ok at best

[@leeannette1732]

This protagonist has been more real them most movie characters

[@peach_gurl]

Wow the voice acting is top tier in this game! I’m so excited to watch John play this ❤

[@79Bobola]

Was hoping someone mentioned this, couldn’t agree more, voice actors nailed it!

[@BioActive]

saw this game release and was like "can't wait for john to play it" and here it is, awesome

[@destinykummet338]

Exactly. I read a non-spoiler review and was hoping the same thing afterwards.

[@UnfertigeGedanken]

same 😅

[@adamsransom]

"Are you guys getting immersed yet in the world?" Yeah! I'm loving the rig environment (the tartan carpet, scuffed and stained, not laying flat in some places. The bits of rust and wear on the signs), the writing (we learn so much about Caz in the canteen conversations, and none of it felt like info-dumping), and of course the voice acting!

[@LeBimbo]

I would actually pass away from joy if John played Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines on this channel. It's such a classic (best played with the unofficial patch so it runs well), and I'm positive he would love the game's vibe and have a blast playing it!

[@LunaLightbringer]

I loved it, I hope John plays it 👍

[@goober479]

Fingers crossed!

[@PieToastBanana]

Omg yesss, I especially would love to see him playing through the mansion area!

[@ZenithalPoint]

"Amnesia meets the thing" and it takes place in the oil rig out on the ocean? Sounds fantastic! right?

[@wynngwynn]

there's a tv show the rig that is kinda that vibe too it's on prime

[@Yunprek]

As someone who worked in the oil field for 5 years they did a pretty damn good job making the rig, not the a perfect example but really fuckin good and better than 99% of rigs in games

[@jasminliberty6082]

As someone who is terrified of the ocean, just the premise of being on an oil rig is horror enough.

[@eldritchtoast]

It's such a joy to hear something other than american english and british. I love hearing the scottish and i appreciate the subtitles. Was surprised to see you play this, so def excited.

[@achmedaan]

I'm sorry to break it to you, but Scotland is part of Great Britain. So a Scottish accent is a British accent. I think you meant other than American English and English English.

[@gggreatness]

@@achmedaan 🤓☝

[@dracula667.]

@@achmedaan Shut up lol

[@leamccoy1057]

This game has surprised me, it’s been pretty good thus far and the supervisor is surprisingly not stupid. Not a nice or good person, but not stupid. Though his greed is the reason the entire issue occurs in the first place so there’s that. Nice graphics and there’s a bit of gameplay too, I’m immersed and enjoying myself for sure.

[@aettic]

I agree, though I'd wager it was more his anger / temper than it was his greed. We don't know whether he's all that greedy at this point, but he was certainly pissed when he took that phone call and it seemed like he made a rash decision because of how angry he was.

[@catscanhavelittleasalami]

He's short-tempered, proud and rude, but that's most shtty bosses out there. And he defintely has a good reason to be angry at Caz and fire him.

[@DustVapor]

I appreciate the Scottish-to-English subtitles.

[@ImpalerVladTepes]

I'm sorry but it's hilarious that they not only included it but made it the default.

[@LunaLightbringer]

Only Scots would understand Scottish without subtitles lol

[@UsorThem07]

English isn't my first language so I do too!

[@YoungElite2793]

If nothing else, this is goddamn well voice acted!!! S+ Effort from all VA's!!!

[@marissamorava653]

I’ve been seeing this all over TikTok and my immediate thought was “Man, I hope John plays this” and here it is!!! I’m really hoping they stick the landing on this game because it’s a really cool concept. Oil rigs are prime real estate for the spooky! 👻

[@wynngwynn]

the rig and rig 45 I watched recently so I saw this and was like "ookay yes I want to see this too"

[@ezsoterica]

As a long time Glaswegian fan, I'm finding it hilarious seeing John reading Scots slang. Made my day.

[@megan2207]

It’s actually amazing lol, never realised he went to Glasgow and even liked haggis as well!! 😂 I really appreciate that John doesn’t take the piss out of the Scots or the accents in the game, it gets so fuckin tiresome when that’s all anybody ever does when they hear us speak in media lmao

[@roumeys]

Considering English isn’t my first language I really appreciate the subtitles in this game. I really wouldn’t understand most of it without them

[@JustAlex1795]

I know John has strong food opinions so it warms my heart to hear he loved haggis. I liked it too when I visited Scotland! I'm super excited to see a horror game with Scottish characters

[@Tonto117]

Not even halfway through the video yet but I love the ambience of the game. The conversations crack me up, love the banter. I'm hoping when the shit hits the wall it sticks The landing

[@Maurrokh]

Two figures of speech that paint a very vivid picture together lol

[@mrjtfang2]

The game's a great, GREAT journey honestly.

[@EdinMike]

As a lowland Scotsman you have to love the harsh highland accent 😂

[@MsMotorkitty]

For what it's worth for the non Scottish folk, Scots is recognised as a language by European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages, not just as slang ❤

[@hyrulianhero116]

It's a fun game so far, nothing over the top and the voice acting is great.

[@Hatykins]

13:19 i still have your "cthulhu will remember that" shirt from back when you played that game! I really should rewatch that playthrough, it was golden

[@dingbatpaltry]

BAHOOKIE Absolutely enamored with the subtitles

[@LunaLightbringer]

'Baw in a bawbag' some of these things are just pure Glaswegian 😂

[@meoweezyy]

This game especially the weird rainbow bubble screen reminds me of the movie Annihilation with the shimmer

[@paytvn]

Yes! I knew it seemed familiar but couldn't place it.

[@octochan]

The spooky "You are HERE" chapter titles and the melting celluloid effects are giving Control vibes

[@mrjtfang2]

It's their other big inspiration.

[@PanmasterAtArms]

This game's got some potential, I'm curious to see how it turns out. Tasteful use of the yellow paint tactic, I'll note. Properly fits in with the oil rig. I also like the monster, so far. Weird fleshy membranes definitely give that The Thing vibe. I hope we see what the infested people look like soon.

[@EladRobo]

Caz - "Jesus Christ, let's no do that again" John - "I agree" 😂

[@HadenJust]

I love that you are taking your time in the intro because the atmosphere is oozing in this game and it's great to intake before everything turns to shit lol.

[@ghostewriter]

*desperate hysterical screaming from beyond the door begging for help while fighting off an ungodly horror beast* John: *lightly taps door* Well, I tried. I love him so much, that is the most legit response 😂😂

[@mrjtfang2]

'fighting off'

[@nanao.9807]

honestly the holding down buttons thing with the ladder, the instruction appears and disappears so fast that even upon rewinding i barely caught it, they should've given a bit more time for the player to register what it's asking for

[@nanao.9807]

okay well the second time it did say before the jump, but i don't think it did it on the first one, i didn't notice

[@mrjtfang2]

@@nanao.9807 In my experience of the game, I don't remember particularly struggling with the mechanic when it was first introduced.

[@richwalk3954]

It's refreshing to hear Scottish accents in a video game that doesn't sound unnatural or exaggerated, and be given more prominence in the story than the common British accent, such as Cockney or the Queen's English. A little awkward that the subtitles try to translate Scottish slang/terms into plain ol' English, though. Would prefer if they just transcribe them as they are.

[@moominsammy]

Ohh, I like this game! The interactions between the characters are probably the most natural I've seen 😊

[@littlekitsune1]

I dunno why but it's amusing me that the subs are "translating" the Scottish. I recently watched a movie called the Sentinel and it kinda reminds me of it, with a crew stranded on a post in the middle of the ocean. It wasn't very scary though. Hopefully this game is.

[@mrjtfang2]

You can turn it onto United Kingdom subtitles to get the REAL subs.

[@BigfishLilteeth]

John: *switches subtitles* Rennick: Do you understand me?! Me: No sir 🥲

[@sennyarlathotep3892]

Really like the atmosphere of the game! The setting and charaters felt suitably industrial and the feeling of loneliness is really well-made. I feel like the writing was more heavy at the start to introduce characters and atmosphere, while afterwards they were IT'S TIME TO RUN NOW. It was wildly entertaining to see the ~ English translation of Scottish (a bit weird as well that UK English wasn't the default), sort of reminded me of that sketch with the two Scottsmen in the lift :D The slang is highly understandable from context as well, so?? Anyway, thank you very much for playing! I don't have a lot of time nowadays, but it's always a delight to enjoy your videos -- your wit and honety are truly a pleasure.

[@dog8068]

This is fun so far. I really like how the mystery membrane moved so fast a couple times, makes it seem a lot scarier and threatening

[@ailsatg]

SCOTLAAAAAND

[@ailsatg]

This is already scary, just looking at rigs from a distance gives me the heebie jeebies

[@noragami97]

I'm loving this! Mist, fog, and rain are my favorite weather. I have always wanted to visit the cliffs of Scotland

[@Emily-xk2du]

This game seems cool as hell so far, loving the Thing vibes it's giving off (what can I say, I'm a Thing-head). Unique setting that was reminding me of The Bunker too, and they did a great job with the environment and making all the characters on it seem like they really work there. Looking forward to the rest!

[@MyCakePop]

I purposely didn’t watch anyone else hoping you would play this game so happy you are.

[@79Bobola]

I love that you mentioned Monstrum, you should def play it again John! 😊

[@Bryazv]

I would be so down for a vampire the masquerade playthrough from you! game is an absolute classic! Keep up the amazing content John!

[@guiorgy]

Just saying, as a non native English speaker, I think the subtitles are good 🤷‍♂️ Edit: English UK it is then... 😅

[@AngeliqueStP]

Would be rather amusing if John had Sinow do a guest star bit as a 'Scottish slang interpreter.' 😂

[@bbkangs]

I was tempted to watch another Let’s Play of this game but I’m glad I patiently waited for your playthrough!

[@MoonSlayer1213]

I love ocean swimming, can’t scuba dive because of ear issues. But snorkelling is wonderful!

[@geneva4601]

The half-hearted pawing at the locked doors is such a weird detail to have in a horror game?? Like it's so funny, it takes me right out of it every time

[@PhlightYagami]

The game has flaws and can use some more gameplay elements, but the setting, voice acting, writing, and graphics make it a good time. Looking forward to watching your playthrough, John. *Don't forget to play Outer Wilds (I'll get you one day 😅)

[@Maya-xoxoxo]

Really impressed by the dialogue and voice acting, the conversations sound really natural and emotional in the quieter scenes like the flashbacks or around the 1 hr mark. Also the absolute snot rocket that shot out of John's nose when he sneezed was, as they sometimes say in Scotland, shockin' 💀

[@Davon85J]

Wow, I haven’t thought about Monstrum in ages. Was a pretty fun game from what I remember. And I do get similar vibes from this game so far.

[@LunaLightbringer]

Monstrum was excellent, I only watched playthroughs though, I was too scared to play it 😂

[@casuallycoasting8421]

Omg I just watched a breakdown of this game yesterday. I'm so excited to see John play it!!

[@Lledra]

GOSH I am LOVING this already~! I'm excited to see where it goes, and I LOVE the Voice Acting! Keep on Keeping On, and thank you for doing what you do, John~!!

[@faithsparks7566]

I'm shocked about how much I'm loving this so far. Excited to see the next video.

[@paiganism]

omggggg i've been wanting to watch someone play this for a while, SO thrilled to see john playing it!

[@poingupoingu]

THANK U FOR TURNING OFF MOTION BLUR BLESS U

[@ILuvWafCakes]

Glad to see you’re playing this game, as I just started playing it and kept thinking wow john wolfe would be making jokes here instead of freaking out like I am😔

[@Chellekathryn]

The voice acting is the best thing about this game! Way better than most AAA! Well done, lads

[@markswinimer6953]

New horror video, let's go!

[@hulk_sm0sh]

This game seems perfect for my recent oil rig hyperfixation

[@legionandsons8763]

I thought about picking this up on ps5 yesterday glad I waited now I can just watch John play it and if it seems something worth my $ then I'll pick it up 😂

[@r33s3spI3c3s]

wow, what a great first ep! incredible voice acting, too. Thanks John!

[@adamdittmer1593]

The voice performances are really impressive to me, everyone is full of life and character! Also the environments are stunning. Can't wait to see more from you!

[@nanao.9807]

liking this so far! the visual, voice acting, sound and pacing are all nice. i agree with you that the less reading makes it more immersive, prefer this than the long notes explaining lore. looking forward to see more! also my phone randomly died yesterday, still isn't fixed so i've been bummed out but i was awaiting your upload and this cheers me up. thank you for the video, john! :]

[@AngeliqueStP]

It's funny... for an instant, my brain keeps thinking "Why is there a Carolco logo in the corner?"😆 I like Finlay, she seems nice, and Roy is doing just what I'd be doing - holing up in the pantry with the noms.

[@anyabahe4488]

i’m sooooo happy you’re playing this john !!

[@NeonUFO]

ok before i even reach a 2 minute mark on this video - i'd LOVE to see you play VtMB!! It's one of my all time favourite games, the ambient of it is absolutely stellar, though there are some well known glitches. If you choose to play it, definitely look into the unofficial patch.

[@namim629]

Ah, the scariest thing in gaming. The Scottish.

[@Sm0k3turt]

This game is short but oh so sweet! Chinese Room is at their best here.

[@5050TM]

Oooh 👀🙏🏽 If you play VTM: Bloodlines (the original) I might die of joy

[@fullofwish]

Every time I think of VTMB 2 I want to cry, but the thought of John playing the original brings a (happy) tear to my eye. Just imagining the wonderful sass and snark.

[@lexlyall9016]

Was looking forward to this game! I like the way that they've included subtitles too for the Scottish slang - i am Scottish myself but this is a game that's Scottish done right

[@shanna9821]

I just played this whole game last night and was thinking how badly I wanted to see you and Gary play it! Let's go!

[@JBarG22]

Barely 3 minutes in and I already loved the Soundtrack

[@Seraphact]

love the "think critically" plug at the end.

[@CalvinChikelue]

Voice Acting & Environment Design are absolutely cooked in this! Amazing work on those elements alone! Oil Rig setting for a horror game is inspired & one of the handful of believable avenues to try to emulate the isolation of The Thing in a semi-modern alt setting

[@vertigo8401]

I’d love it if you replayed Monstrum! Such a cool game in my opinion, inspired a love for oil-rig horror games, as few as they come.

[@kahli8333]

"I've yet to play a game developed by The Chinese Room that I actually liked" I laughed so hard at this bc I was thinking the exact same thing. VTMB is one of my favourite games of all time, which is why it makes me so nervous that they're developing it... but you should absolutely play the original!!!!

[@acrustykrab]

im gonna watch these at night before I sleep thanx for uploading

[@Kahmie777]

Was waiting for this upload

[@vicc5176]

As a Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines fan, our expectations went out the window the second we knew they handed development over to the Chinese Room

[@aslindehecate]

I played a few hours of this , and I love it so far! The presentation, the voice acting, the accessibility options, the pacing. It's been a blast. I'm so excited to see how you fare with it!

[@shrewdshrew35]

Thoroughly entertaining as usual!

[@dyinglight1377]

So far, I’m pleasantly surprised by this game! Also, I’m glad John switched it to include the Scottish slang-I’m not Scottish, but it was definitely breaking the immersion for me since I’m a subtitle reader lol. 😂

[@erichodson3718]

Nice shirt , John. This game looks clean . No muddy texture work here. That guy with the stashe working on the crew deck strongly resembles Gary ridgeway, scary!

[@epicfarterz]

Tweeted at you like yesterday asking if you were gonna play this… Happy to see you were way ahead of me! : D Thanks, John!!!

[@sereces1584]

This game is really cool so far, looking forward to seeing more. Thank you!

[@kaiikuza8863]

Vampire the masquerade bloodlines is an interesting game to me even though ive never gotten to play it myself only saw playthroughs. As others said subtitles are a life saver

[@cherryhearthuh]

YESSSSSSSSSS LETGSOOOOOO!!! I was so hoping you would play this game! So pumped for this letsplay!💗

[@jayptodd]

15:51 I’m just gonna live in ignorance and hope that the second to last Friday Jukebox entry is by Ramones (my fave song by them actually!) even though the title is missing the “I” and it came out in ‘77 ❤

[@swagromancer]

That menu sounds excellent. I imagine Scottish cuisine is just what you need after a day's work on an oil rig.

[@LunaLightbringer]

Fud of the gods man 👍

[@mattleblanc7417]

I knew as soon as John tried the door upstairs first instead of the life boat it was gonna take him a minute lol

[@Cecrophia]

So far I'm liking the atmosphere and tension, they don't show too much. That's good horror. Really nice. And that you keep moving forward into new spaces, progression that goes with the story unfolding. So far so good.

[@fireslasher13]

Alternating between this and Bioshock is going to be such a treat for the next while. Looking forward to seeing how you enjoy the rest of the game!

[@BillBraskyBBQ]

They nail the drilling rig attitude. Having flashbacks of being on one haha

[@prettyevil6662000]

Watched someone play the first 30 mins of this then backed out and hoped and hoped you'd play it cuz it looked so good.

[@aettic]

This seems pretty cool. Excited to see more.

[@summmr]

loving this so far!!

[@haleeh5275]

This looks really cool so far!

[@angrycharrua4999]

I miss so much "Greeting critical viewers" and the shock wave radio intro.

[@Rynergee]

I love this game so much that I had to rewatch to look at the characters closely before they changed. And I appreciate how John's gameplay isn't edited too much. I watched other players too but their experience is completely different in a negative way, and they made me feel left out too

[@LeValdrian]

Was so hoping you would give this a go!