Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & The Secret Hideout Switch Review - JRPG GOLD?

[@SwitchUpYt]

Hi SwitchUp Family - Evan's first big RPG review here we had some technical issues (understatement!). Thanks to him for writing this one. Mark

[@WaterMusic34]

Well done, solid review. Even if there's no gyro controls.

[@gbsartworks4963]

I dont know why but JRPG's like this and Xenoblade Chronicles 2 with that kinda anime'ish 3d style of artwork really appeals to me.

[@camara1194]

same!!!!

[@mattyc.9332]

Love a great art style.

[@zacksiva7457]

same here

[@ofthedawn]

Just started playing YS 8. I love it!

[@DSG0805]

Maybe you like anime?

[@GreedC]

In the few hours of gameplay, I was very into the gathering and synthesizing stuff a lot more than the story even though it is slow paced it doesn't get in the way of my leisure alchemy business and I get hyped for new recipes and new materials every time. My crafty soul in me is screaming with joy, definitely recommend.

[@thecspot1387]

This comment sold me and I wasn't disappointed.

[@billblaski9523]

@The C Spot what do u mean? U got the game and you like it?

[@ALUCARDAN2]

By the way yours is the first review to properly show and explain the fighting mechanics. Cheers

[@gvix1966]

Baba koo

[@silverscreen842]

I've been looking for this

[@Discotechque]

First hour: how do I make rope? Twenty hours later: Gotta make 10 philosophers stone

[@speednin5497]

Edward Elric would like to know your location.

[@TatsuyaWow]

make homculus

[@AppleBS11]

Funny that by the time I make philosophers stone, I was already >80 hours in lol

[@WaterMusic34]

How do I make soap on a rope?

[@Em-fz5uh]

I'm at the first stage lol. I've just started and I 've no idea what I'm doing but I love it haha.

[@Mina-qx9us]

"There's 21 atelier games" Me: lmao this guy is bitchin Me: *checks google* Me: THERE'S 21 ATELIER GAMES

[@Ashwoodbane]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 theres more of you count the spin offs 😎

[@zhugezhouliangyu509]

Welcome to the JRPG Land!

[@finalfantasy2713]

Have you played the game yet?? 😍😍❤️❤️🌹🌹 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jou4oXignbFla6c

[@raggedyexynos9487]

One of the most milked series, its fjcking disgusting...

[@phobos5475]

@@raggedyexynos9487 calm down

[@DairunCates]

"This is the 21st mainline game in the Atelier series." Jesus christ. So, I've missed a few games since Iris on the PS2, huh?

[@saeefa]

Same

[@AdninAzmi]

I misread your comment as "21st manliest game in the Atelier Series" and I was genuinely confused...

[@SaithusX]

Same here man

[@daikichwama4364]

Bruh the third atelier iris was my last atelier game.

[@FantasticMaxPlastic]

I've had my eye on this series for a long time. This one's on sale today, $36 for the digital deluxe, so this looks like the perfect time to try an Atelier game.

[@Keishabarnett69]

Same! I'm buying one and two

[@luxijus5581]

Guess i'll be buying it right now. Tje digital deluxe one, cause i can't find a physical version

[@curtismonson3137]

Same here!

[@AuthorJoelKrupa]

I just did that in the E-shop tonight. Saw that it was $70+ but half off at the $35.99. Attacked it with my wallet and it just finished downloading. Looking forward to playing it tomorrow morning!

[@Cissero]

God I love how beautiful this game looks. I'm not certain how many hours I would sink into it as JRPGs are a bit hit or miss for me. But just based on what I saw in this vid, I'm definetely going to pick this up at some point and play this a lot! Thanks lads!

[@Ashwoodbane]

Cissero thanks for watching ●ᴥ●

[@packpock4369]

Me too. I'm picky about them. Just seeing what's fun. And fits.

[@statesminds]

If you haven't it's on sale right now for $36

[@Cissero]

@@statesminds thanks man! I've been considering it for that price indeed. It's really tempting haha

[@packpock4369]

I need to buy this. I'm always looking for new series to get into that I haven't played. Great looking game, looks like it gives you time to learn.

[@byroncoleman6361]

I know it’s been awhile but if you haven’t bought it it’s on sale!

[@reformeddoomer6777]

@@byroncoleman6361 yea I just bought skyrim on switch and I'm curious about this game. There's so many games I'd love to play but I have a giant catalog to finish...

[@frankiegarcia2921]

I haven't played a traditional rpg in forever. Collection of Mana is $20. On black Friday. Maybe I'll give that a go??

[@zhugezhouliangyu509]

While I'm agree this is one of best or better Atelier game than the past, I notice Ryza has a few oddities. I'm played almost all atelier games except Dusk Series. In term of story and quests/side quests, they give more details so every quest in Ryza feels meaningful (okay story but not too amazing). It's good. Graphics ofc better, but some pc user said it has many holes such as high spec run very low fps. But the most odd point in my view is THE ALCHEMY system itself correlated with the story pace. While I loves the system, long time atelier gamer will play more around alchemy and since no time limit like Lulua, there's big chance that Atelier veterans will get overlevelled quickly, while you are only 1/4 or 1/3 start of the game. Even before clearing meteor castle story, I got access to Super Pure Water and my alchemy level around 58. The point, even in very hard diff, u trample everything except post game super boss. The game is super kind to give us so many material access early. The game became boring after that, but overall its an OK Atelier game. B+ score.

[@JairusC]

This is my first Atelier. My friend bought it for me for Christmas because I had gushed about the music in the game. I've heard from many that this is the best one in the series and I'm glad that I got to experience it. In terms of the story and gameplay, I'd like to say that it's a very lovely and laid back piece. Following the entire gang going through their day to day and wanting to experience new things is great. I really loved that. Additionally, the crafting was surprisingly fun! Finding out what's new to craft and then remembering where recipe pieces are is so exciting. Felt like a kid when I was rushing over to grab the ingredients and then create the item. Anyhow, overall, I highly recommend this game to everyone as well and also resonate with that bit mentioning to at least listen to the music. It's absolutely lovely.

[@GlamourDonkey]

This comment convinced me to buy it since it is currently on sale. I was very much on the fence about it but you pushed me toward it. I hold you personally accountable if I don't like it! ;-)

[@Shakiahjprod]

@@GlamourDonkey How'd you like it?

[@GlamourDonkey]

@@Shakiahjprod I enjoyed it a lot. I was worried about the thicc anime girl being the main protagonist but I quickly got over that.

[@WaterMusic34]

The world art is nice. Those castles among the landscapes look great. 8:41 Snake??!

[@marcyuwu9691]

I love the style, the design, the story and the typical FF Fights 😭💗

[@BlingBlingDubuLove]

I just finished harvestella and was looking for another jrpg and found this review by you guys! I’m late to this series but this review was so thorough and helpful in making my decision to get this game. I wanted a slow paced, good looking rpg game and this looks like it. It’s on a hefty sale too so def grabbing it. Thanks!

[@jackjohnson8305]

I just started this and the plan was to play Harvestella next lol

[@SwedePotato314]

Oh my god I’m so glad I found this comment. Now I know I’ll like it because people who like the same games I do are here. That seals the deal! Thank you!

[@Totorellini]

I’m like 10-15 hours into the game (taking to slow) and I really am enjoying it. It was really difficult to get into at first, especially the alchemy so I 100% recommend backlog battle’s guides on it. I’m now at a spot where I’m just vibing. Sometimes I live sidequesting and gathering/crafting for hours inside of doing anything hard hahaha have fun! I intend to play all 3. Ryza 1 & 2 are both half off right now on switch and PlayStation eshops

[@collin1240]

It seems quite bouncy at times. The music, I mean. As for the game itself, I don't have enough spare gaming time to spend on something that meanders, but I've added it to my lists and will keep an eye out for a "can't pass this up" sale at some point.

[@Ashwoodbane]

That’s a perfect decision. The music is very bouncy at times for sure. Light hearted.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Very...uhhhh... Bouncy yes. Mark

[@zachb4148]

In the US it’s half off digitally

[@jfiffl7]

The Secret Squirrel outfits in both games Knows Exactly what its Hitting at.

[@chucheeness7817]

I'm playing this game on steam, using a PS4 controller, but with XBOX controller representations onscreen, while watching cutscenes in japanese while reading the subtitles. considering it's my first time with the atelier series along with all the aforementioned confusion, the combat control is a lot to take in. but the game is a bit laid back and it's a good time for chill gaming so far.

[@whitefang924]

Someone pinch me cause this dream is too good to be true.A JRPG game that has a world to explore,ample of side quests,good character development and beautiful artsyle.Being able to play it at home and on the go is why I just love my switch console.

[@taslimoyan4938]

ummm.... doesnt xenoblade 2 contains everything u just said?

[@MrVariant]

huh? The positive stuff you said is quite common (Hades is an action RPG with great character development and far superior art). 2:40 poor flow of story, others say it takes 8 hours to get started. I got better things to do, maybe even catch up on games people made through Wargroove (I'll take bad acting over slow stories any day of the week). But yeah Zwei the Ilvard Insurrection and Viola were super compelling too, and Celestian Tales Old North has its moments (got on sale for $2). Atelier is like $60 and I know I had a blast going through Brave Dungeon on the 3DS for about $5 (Switch includes Dark Witch Story for $9, $7 on sale now). There are so many games now that I don't even check upcoming stuff; I'd just be leery when mobile games get a huge switch tax like free labyrinth of the witch being $15 or knights of pen and paper. Switch alone, just doing a search: Romancing Saga 3 is pending a remake, open-ended multiple characters (but very difficult, do like the quick exit for towns). Octopath Traveler too, though I felt the story kinda dragged. Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon Every buddy :) roguelike Dawn of the Breakers seems like a fun free action RPG, glad I was looking to try that out. Mercenaries Saga Chronicles (has all 3 strategy rpg's) Shame the grandia collection was a lazy port, but I think you get my point; nintendo has a great filter for their games honestly. www.nintendo.com/games/game-guide/#filter/:q=&dFR[categories][0]=Role-Playing&dFR[platform][0]=Nintendo%20Switch Just saw star story: the horizon escape on sale for $1; I learned to be flexible about genres wanting a good story (heck even the wolfenstein games have good stories). www.nintendo.com/games/detail/star-story-the-horizon-escape-switch/

[@whitefang924]

@@taslimoyan4938 Yeah but I already finished Xenoblade 2.

[@maroXUprising]

@Sebastian Michaelis just don’t have ur expectations too high with this franchise. So many are quick to downplay it because it’s not a traditional JRPG.

[@whitefang924]

@@maroXUprising This is actually the first Atelier game I look forward to play.The others had time limits.I like to take my time and enjoy a game,I don't like feeling pressured when I play a game.

[@RamzaZero]

This style of JRPGs is so nostalgic for me. Idk why. Love it though.

[@rossrobbins7707]

This looks interesting :) My favorite JRPG of all time is Chrono Trigger. I'm playing my way through Ni No Kuni right now and am loving it. This might be next!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Great series! Mark

[@JacaboBlanco]

Ni no kuni and Xenoblade chronicles 2 are my favorite switch games! Just beat Ni no.

[@maxbreaker]

@@JacaboBlanco I couldn't get far in it due to the battle system and random encounters

[@JacaboBlanco]

@@maxbreaker what? Ni No Kuni? It's ridiculous at the beginning battle wise but gets so much better.

[@misscozygamer6555]

IV had to put no no kuni back on backlog as I'm stuck on the bit where you need to sneak past the guards think I'm gonna play this series first and go back to it as I think I'm so close to getting my dragon X

[@speedyg2012]

Thank you for this Evan! Good to see reviews through different eyes. My favourite JRPG will always be Chrono Trigger while my current favourite is Persona 5. Looks interesting but I'm into starting Dragon Quest 11 atm. Might check it out after. Cheers Mark.

[@EyeHateUrSN]

You have good taste. CT & P5 are at top of my list too. But man, DQXI is really something else, despite it's traditional fashion. I'm going through it on the Switch now, last year I put over 300 hours on the PS4 version.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Great choices mate! Really like some of these! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

Thank you for watching ●ᴥ●

[@speedyg2012]

@@Ashwoodbane You're welcome!

[@mewichigo3410]

I second the amazing taste. XD CT is also my favorite and P5 is my favorite "modern" jrpg. I'm playing through Tales of Vesperia on the Switch now and remembering why I fell in love with the Tales games in the first place. DQ11 will have to wait until after Pokemon, I think... Too many good rpgs these days...

[@makotosakurada1358]

Ryza got me back into atelier and reminded me how I wish it was online with a player marketplace. But, honestly, the story and characters are what is expected from the series I know, they optimized the gameplay and camera in a way that shines through without being really different. Battles are fun, but items was a learning curve as a previous Atelier fan. Hoping for online in the future, but Ryza satisfies until then. I am disappointed with the side characters for this one, however...

[@Ashwoodbane]

They aren’t the best, I would agree. But overall I enjoy it ●ᴥ●

[@MoonlightLavender89]

This one is the only one in the series I've played. Heard they're developing Alterier Ryza 3

[@ramenbox]

Haven't played any Atelier games before, excited to dive into this. Always love a good JRPG with colorful visuals and pleasant music.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Crystal Lam you’ll get all of that and more in this one 😂

[@hawksleygamingproject4164]

I've certainly slept on this series. Awesome review Evan. Excellent job fellas

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers mate! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

Filthy Banana thanks for watching ●ᴥ●

[@slax4884]

Looks really great. I think I'd wait for a price cut and maybe pick it up. Well written review by Evan and well presented by Mark too

[@Ashwoodbane]

S Lax thank you 😍

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thanks mate! Mark

[@bunnsberry3236]

Good luck with the price cut since it almost doubled in price . You won’t find it for less than 44$ digital

[@ApotheosizD]

@@bunnsberry3236 it's currently $37 :'p

[@AuthorJoelKrupa]

If you haven’t picked it up by now (for Switch), get it! Digital Deluxe is half off from $72!!

[@vanpiisu88]

I don't know how I've never played this franchise before, but I've thought about buying this game for a while now and this review decided me to go buy it ^_^. I can't wait to play it tomorrow :D!

[@jesseshaffer9234]

“If you’ve finished The Witcher and Dragon Quest...” seriously?!?! Ain’t nobody got time fo’ that!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Hahaha fair play! Mark

[@ALUCARDAN2]

Ranked for me 1. Persona 5 2. Final Fantasy IX 3. YS VIII Lacrimosa 4. Dragon Quest XI (currently playing) 5. Fire Emblem Three Houses

[@Ashwoodbane]

ALUCARDAN2 good ranking! Sad that I see no xenoblade 🥺

[@ALUCARDAN2]

@@Ashwoodbane couldn't finish the first one, my Wii died back then, the second is good so far, but can't get to put it in the list. Now this are my favourites but Chino Trigger and Cross, FF 6, 7, Legend of Dragoon and Super Mario RPG, persona 1 3 4 most of Shin Metami Tensei belong into my Classic games that I loved but the top 5 are emotional ones.

[@zhugezhouliangyu509]

You have good taste sir! With exception on FF (I don't know FF is just not my taste), ur 5 ranked games is exactly the same as me. Exchange FF with any Trails Series, that's the only different!

[@ALUCARDAN2]

@@zhugezhouliangyu509 Funny story, after Ys 8 I went and researched Falcon history and discovered the trails series, then the order of the games. So I bought Trails of the Sky 1-3. But my shit pc can't run them proper. My luck huh?

[@zhugezhouliangyu509]

@@ALUCARDAN2 wait you can't run Sky series? Ur pc must be very low. The specs actually pretty low, even Cold Steel 1-2 also considered low-middle. Any kiseki series run well with my mediocre 750ti and old gen i5. For Sky, try the optional in PSP. Well if u can allow a game without voice over ofc

[@DictionaryMath5903]

Yup, very THICC gold

[@xhere14]

Screw it! I’m gonna buy this game! RIP bank account

[@stevecosmolove1045]

was it worth it

[@xhere14]

@@stevecosmolove1045 nope 👎 I hate it and I regret it ☹️

[@stevecosmolove1045]

@@xhere14 Dang I guess you don't like crafting games maybe? I play it a little at a time and it's starting to open up but I do consume a lot of herb so I can slow down enough to enjoy the slow pace and it helps that my wife is also starting to play it and she loves it

[@xhere14]

@@stevecosmolove1045 no I like crafting-not this type of crafting. The game is not for me and that’s okay. It’s my experience and opinion in the end.

[@stevecosmolove1045]

@@xhere14 for sure most def your opinion and experience,your money down the drain too lol. Pays to be informed about what you buy, that's my experience and opinion

[@shameblame4865]

Never heard of that licence but i might give it a try. I never heard about Ys before Ys 8 and man, it was fantastic!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Lovely looking game as well! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@ALUCARDAN2]

I know right seems a crime to me, Ys series has so much history

[@TheBlueDeath123]

Yeah same here. Ys 8 was my first, now I own most of them lol

[@MrEvol94]

Tao looks exactly like Ignatz from three houses lol! Saw this on the eshop and wanted to check for a review because I saw RPG elements in the screenshots

[@saraalicea7955]

i thought that right away! i love ignatz

[@andrewweber5953]

Great job dude! Love the Atelier series, and absolutely love this entry! A fantastically written review :-3

[@Ashwoodbane]

Andrew Weber thank you very much good sir ❤️

[@Heathmanscoolstuff]

I’m glad it’s good. I’m jealous of people who can enjoy RPGs. I simply haven’t the attention span or time.

[@7383waaaaat]

This looks great, a bit caution hearing thee are so many in the past but if they are like FF it's all good. My fav JRPG is maybe Xenoblade Chronicles I put 200 plus hours into the Wii version and then another 100 in the 3DS version but also loved FF4 on GBA

[@Ashwoodbane]

andrew cameron my man 😎 xenoblade it bae

[@currywurst2434]

Played Xenoblade 2 and Xenoblade 2:Torna?

[@7383waaaaat]

Currywurst I have played x2 not torna yet but it’s on the Xmas list 🙂

[@JacaboBlanco]

@@currywurst2434 played 100 hours into them!!! Loved every moment

[@Makoto03]

I love the Atelier series and have been playing since Atelier Meruru. I plan to start this as soon as i'm finished The Outer Worlds. :)

[@Pneuma6969]

i only played 4 atelier games ( lydie & suelle, lulua, nelke, ryza) but ryza is by far the best of them. i just wished for german subtitles but i guess the games are not that famous here, so a localisation wouldnt pay off.

[@azoth7756]

I only have the mysterious painting, I believe that Lydie&Suelle but no Lulua or this yet. I'm not far into the mysterious painting but I heard that one was poor, is that true? I asked cause it's(mysterious painting) pretty good from what I've seen so far.

[@Pneuma6969]

@@azoth7756 yeah thats lydie & suelle. well its far from the best but its still good ^ i love ryza the most, then lulua, then nelke ^ but the difference between lydie& suelle and ryza are quite stunning

[@azoth7756]

@@Pneuma6969 Ok thanks, I'll get back to Lydie&Suelle soon then. Hopefully I'll get Ryza ad well.

[@Martician]

Dynasty Warriors I used to play that games for hours on hours back on the PSP, was such a great game.

[@maroXUprising]

Good review. Definitely have been enjoying atelier ryza. Still not sure where I’d place this atelier in my favorite entries list so far. I’d say atelier meruru is on the 1st place in terms of favoritism. 2nd probably would be either Lulua or Lydie+suelle. I guess ryza would be placed in either 3rd or 4th place so far as a rookie atelier Fan. Dusk trilogy tho may change this list because I’ve heard nothing but good things about them.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Maro X there are sooo many games in this franchise it’s tough for me to keep them straight in my head 🤣

[@maroXUprising]

@Evan Sevin-Chauvin for sure, haha. What’s even more Gust announced they have 4 projects for 2020, including another atelier game. Jeezus, Koei Tecmo is not letting that team relax, hopefully Gust can handle that work, would love to see their other IP’s used more like Blue reflections or Nights of Azure rather than just solely atelier games.

[@MultiWouf]

Played my first two atelier games on the switch earlier this year. I'll definitely get that one too, when I get paid next month. My favorite JRPG on the switch is probably valkyria chronicles 4, but my fav of all time has to be Eiyuu Densetsu : Ao no Kiseki, which you all probably don't even know. But man, the switch is such a great console though

[@Ashwoodbane]

Yea woah. I’ve never heard of that one. What’s it about?

[@MultiWouf]

@@Ashwoodbane it is the 5th game of a long-running franchise. Kind of like suikoden. It is about a group of policemen-like people trying to stop some nefarious secret-society type organization to do some suspicious crap in some big city, in a tense political climate :)

[@MultiWouf]

Ok it does sound cliche as hell but the series gets good reviews and you can get the first 3 games as a bundle for pretty cheap on steam. And they're often on sale. Also, most westerners refer to the series as the "trails" series

[@JacaboBlanco]

Isn't that just the Japanese name for the legend of heroes/trails games?

[@MultiWouf]

@@JacaboBlanco As mentioned above, it indeed is. Though, I prefer referring to it in Japanese as the translation for most titles is very unclear. I mean, kiseki does mean "trail", but it also means "miracle"...

[@vhalrougelarfouxe]

Hmmm... I am having complicated feelings about this one. The game itself is clever but the thing that I am having doubts about is the story progression. I don't mind the grind but I like a grind worth grinding for. I will shelf this one for later.

[@SwitchUpYt]

I’m sure Evan can give you a little more info when he wakes up! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

The grind isn’t bad at all. Leveling is easy and the game presents ways to easily get past major “walls” if you want to use them. This series isn’t really about that sort of thing.

[@vhalrougelarfouxe]

@@Ashwoodbane What I meant was how the story progresses. I see lot of slow pace quests and I don't mind that. My worry was if that is too slow that the story becomes bland.

[@davidkiernan3089]

I'd like to pick this up but I have a backlog of games already plus Pokemon is out soon. Definitely one to pick up in the future though

[@Ashwoodbane]

David Kiernan what starter are you choosing for Pokémon? #SobbleSquad 😎

[@davidkiernan3089]

@@Ashwoodbane definitely Sobble, I love how miserable he looks.

[@Choom89]

B-barrel? Love Ryza!

[@Toschez]

10:12 “Atelier Rising”

[@Ashwoodbane]

Omagari Toshi woops 😂

[@devilishmode]

Favourite so far, Dragon Quest 11, orrrr the Golden Sun’s on GBA if that counts? They’re the only ones that have kept my atttention. Thought Ive only played a handful. Persona 4, Digimon Digital Slueth series and a few more.. found them very repetitive and forced 😖 Though this one looks great!

[@Ashwoodbane]

Good choices! I need to check out golden sun at some point 😌

[@mewichigo3410]

Golden Sun is pretty unique. There's one on the DS as well which I thought was quite good. Have you played any of the "Tales of" series? Octopath Traveler is also amazing though I won't say it isn't repetitive. All RPGs are, but the good ones make you forget that you're just doing the same thing over and over. XD

[@7383waaaaat]

Oh yeah I'd love a golden sun trilogy remake on switch

[@azzart979]

Got it a couple days ago from the southafrican eshop for as low as €30. Nice rpg, quite relaxing so far. I would advice it to anyone looking for a jrpg with a fresh air to it. Or you can buy it just for Ryza.

[@misscozygamer6555]

I have just started this game and intended to play it with voice acting on but IV had to turn them off for now as it became 2 destracting for me trying to read the text x

[@jeffrey5976]

I'm currently playing through DQXI S and loving it! Xenoblade 2 would have to be my favourite RPG on the Switch but DQXI is a strong challenger, I also really enjoyed Octopath Traveler. Honorable Mention goes to YS VIII.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Great choices! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

Octopath was very good ●ᴥ● I still need to beat the last true boss

[@borx11]

Great selection!

[@JacaboBlanco]

Ni no kuni and Xenoblade are my favorites! So good

[@Highwind452]

I started on Atelier Ayesha and loved the art style and music. Unfortunately I sucked the first time and got a bad ending with the time limit issue. But the entire Dusk trilogy is coming next year which had my favourite Escha and Logy. So looking forward to that! I remember being impressed by Sophie - the first Atelier on Ps4, and now the Ps4 has I think 6 Atelier games not including remasters! This is a fast moving series.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Yes they really really get them out quick

[@welwitschia]

Ah, I'm so glad to hear that most everyone liked this game. I think I will be picking this one up after I'm done with Final Fantasy XII and Ni No Kuni. There are far more games to play than time to play them :(

[@Ashwoodbane]

welwitschia I couldn’t agree more 😂

[@sandbakk77]

Must... have... this...

[@SwitchUpYt]

Looks lovely! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

PikachuchuTrain it’s quite good ●ᴥ● thanks for watching!

[@Lyzander911]

You just made me buy a game. Thanks mate

[@Ashwoodbane]

Lyzander911 thanks for watching ●ᴥ●

[@AuthorJoelKrupa]

You cemented a purchase of the Digital Deluxe from me as well. Thank you so much for your always excellent content. (Purchased half off on the Switch!) ($35/$36 USD)

[@JMrealgamer]

I’m downloading it now due to a sale. The second one is still full price. If the first one is good I’ll buy the second one later. I love Dragon Quest so this may be a winner.

[@renderingmadnesS]

How is your experience so far? :)

[@champdancer19]

Finally starting this game! After owning 9 of these games....😅 However I knew I would love them.

[@anhdunghisinh]

A huge upgrade compare to Mysterious Trilogy on every aspect, from gameplay, music, character design ( Thicc :)))) ) and especially story n plot. The plot was much more thick and the story was emotional and meaningful when comare to mysterious trilogy's stories which i feel a bit shallow and boring, and the yuri bait spoil the story too much

[@ContainedKraken]

Great review, this was a day one purchase for me, the series is amazing. Will you guys be checking out and reviewing The Touryst?

[@SwitchUpYt]

Would like to! All depends on codes. Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

Codes and time. Need the time 🤣

[@ContainedKraken]

It definitely looks like a live stream game..... Maybe live streaming saves time? I literally have no idea.

[@nephtisframe]

I regret purchasing it on PC in some ways - having it portable would be amazing. But I got it about a week earlier and have a higher frame rate so it kind of evens out. I’ve only played a sizeable chunk of Rorona and this - but Atelier certainly hits the relaxing vibes well. The plot is never overly dramatic and it’s very slow paced. Ryza has great summer vibes - sun, ocean, cicadas and adventure. The music on this title is a significant step up from the Atelier norm which is great to hear. Great review and I suspect quite a number of people will play Ryza first which is totally fine.

[@Ashwoodbane]

nephtisframe thank you for the amazing comment!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Very cool, cheers mate! Mark

[@xhere14]

I keep seeing this game man... and I’m torn ....

[@Ashwoodbane]

Xhere是亜論月 Rongestzu give it a try! If you never have experienced this series, many are saying it’s the best one to date.

[@BGRecon]

To be a weeb or not to be that is the question.

[@rain1676]

@@BGRecon your a weeb?

[@Gatitasecsii]

Dude just look up sankakuchan atelier ryza

[@shyguy2046]

Hey Evan! Thanks for an awesome review! I was one of the "fans" of SwitchUp who voted for this game . (Altho res evil 6 was tempting) as for fave JRPG ... Dragon Quest XI is my fave.... obviously Did u guys put a Metal gear Solid Easter egg in your review??? 8:42 that sound .... Nostalgia

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah man haha I was just laughing so hard at that line! Mark

[@shyguy2046]

@@SwitchUpYt the US eshop has some games for sale (not mainstream games for like 0.01 and 0.04 cents .

[@Ashwoodbane]

Yea I laughed too 😂 thanks for watching man :D

[@mikeharrington15]

Thanks for the no spoiler warning

[@kevinlie22]

my comment just : T H I C C

[@Ashwoodbane]

Kevin Lie you aren’t wrong 😍

[@drunkirby18]

I like the running physics

[@MrTomFung]

my reply just : T H I CC

[@Caffeinated_Warrior]

I still have Xenoblade 2 to play through but this actually looks decent. May have to put it on my list! There was another JRPG that you guys highly recommended and I've forgotten the name of it now. I think it was YS.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Greensky02 ys 8 👌

[@Caffeinated_Warrior]

@@Ashwoodbane That's it!

[@MrJimithee]

It still blows me away that I can play something like this on the train to mellow out, and then put Doom on when I get back. This looks lovely though.

[@Ashwoodbane]

judith earl this does have a very relaxing gameplay loop. Highly recommended ^-^

[@napdogs]

You have such a lovely voice!

[@maxwelll.514]

I will hold my breath for Ninja Gaiden (not the NES or Arcade ver), maybeee in year 2021?

[@Ashwoodbane]

Maxx Lee 😂😂😂👌

[@osc-oldschoolclips5204]

I’m always hesitant but I heard.. slow story, DQ 11.. and seen the beautiful graphics.. I’m in. If I love this one enough, I’ll get the newer ones.

[@retrojohnny1899]

Man this game is soooooo hard to find on Switch physically now

[@HornPlayer02]

You can say that again.

[@haiqalamir2806]

This is out of the topic, but I want to try DQ series so where do I start or any series that I can jump to? I fairly new to JRPG so are there any other series that I can try out? I only played Persona 5, Valkyria Chronicles and Valkyria Chronicles 4, Trails series, Tales of Berseria and Zestiria. I play on ps4 and pc btw

[@taslimoyan4938]

Great review guys :) i'll consider buying it.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thanks for watching! Mark

[@AuthorJoelKrupa]

$36 on the Nintendo Switch on the E-shop RIGHT NOW!

[@iyadahmed4675]

My first Atelier game was Atelier Iris 3. Damn good ost and the story was pretty good as well. Good times

[@hypnotiqadventures]

The battle mechanics reminds me of Star Ocean a bit

[@marcuscleaver]

Awesome review, Evan! Hope there will be more from you in the future as well!

[@Ashwoodbane]

Thank you so much! I sure hope so too. Thanks for watching 😍

[@ashtoncooke0524]

Really want this game now...thanks haha

[@Ashwoodbane]

Ashton Cooke thanks for watching! ●ᴥ●

[@yugi007100]

I'm a fan of jrpg but never played this series of game. For someone who new to Atelier, is this a good choice?

[@TheCodingGamer]

I'm new to the series too, but everything Ive heard is that this game is great for beginners..the developers even restructured some of the mechanics to make them appeal to more kinds of people. I ordered it and can't wait for it to arrive

[@yugi007100]

@@TheCodingGamer Thanks. I'm gona pick it up.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Tell me if you two enjoyed it ^-^

[@statesminds]

$36 now on sale

[@AuthorJoelKrupa]

On sale for that now again, as well on the Nintendo Switch E-shop! Half off for Digital Deluxe!

[@古賀惣仁]

it would be my first playing playing JRPG or any RPG game at all. I hope I don't find it overwhelming. as a reference I mostly play tetris, mahjong, shogi, and other similar games of sort.

[@AloisAgos]

The sheer number of Atelier games on the Switch alone is making my head spin. I want to play another great RPG, but I have wonder if I can invest so much time and money into the other titles. Being a little OCD, if I buy one, I have to buy them all...

[@DaRkLoRd-rc5yu]

i'm tempted but i still havent even got to xenoblade 2 or octopath traveller. i should probably tackle the back log of switch games first, but this game does look great.

[@jimmay3470]

Solid review. The visuals on this game look amazing. Looks like a great game to get on sale. I cant help to think...collecting uni in the middle of the forest? Wtf?

[@Ashwoodbane]

Jim May yea a bit strange 😂

[@JacaboBlanco]

It's on sale now. 40 bucks

[@unknown97428]

Do you have to play the games in order?

[@scratches12mevideos]

Quick question. Is the gameplay in terms of battles action rpg?

[@Philbo_Baggins_67]

hmm. i want to jump in on this. stil a lil on the fence. maybe cause i have a backlog. this game looks really fun tho.

[@xelthos2051]

Pokemon isn't out yet. So Xenoblade Chronicles 2 for new, Disgaea 1 for port. Disgaea series has an unfair advantage though. One of my favorite series and a lot of memories playing them with friends.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Disgaea is a great series for sure. I’m pumped for Pokémon though 😍

[@Gatitasecsii]

Disgaea has an unfair advantage? What is that? Being overwhelmingly underrated?

[@coolero1512]

XC2 best jrpg ever! not only on Switch

[@Ashwoodbane]

Cool Ero we are friends for sure 😎

[@dojayssauri28]

I like this one, the game looks fun and chill, evan did a great job too

[@Ashwoodbane]

unmasked hero thanks :D

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers mate - yeah some great writing skills! Mark

[@dojayssauri28]

@@SwitchUpYt yeah would like to see some more in the future, cheers

[@Smackosynthesis]

We need a Ninja Gaiden Trilogy Remaster. With better camera. And easier modes. Cuz I'm too old to suffer that insane difficulty anymore.

[@SwitchUpYt]

That would be great! Mark

[@TheDeathOfLucifer]

Love the series, love the review

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers mate! Mark

[@Ashwoodbane]

Y2K Savior thank you 🙏

[@shando4105]

jiggling 20/20

[@HeartAino193]

#RyzaForSmash

[@jeffreyhughes3883]

I wish you guys had a seperate score for story.

[@SwitchUpYt]

We did use to at times but we just felt that even though reviews will always be subjective by nature, story is just too subjective to score. Glen

[@jeffreyhughes3883]

@@SwitchUpYt Ah, fair enough. Thanks for the response and good review!

[@zhugezhouliangyu509]

With little spoilers the story actually quite serious (no comedy fiesta like Mana Khemia, but also not quite fun and relaxing as Mysterious Series). Comparing with Firis which also the same adventurous open world theme, Ryza has more intense vibes. This is the only Atelier game when I feel quite emotional with the story (the background childhood story is cliche, but also has realism in it). Its subjective ofc. Mostly Atelier is a game for relaxing. While its still retain the slice of life elements, Ryza actually Atelier with little or moderate political references (even its only for small island/village context). It's gives meaningful simple messages (at least for me). Ofc the biggest cores of jrpg story also there, the power friendship amd dreams. Hope that gives small illustration to you!

[@trainerred1345]

Japanese voice only is a complete interest killer for me. Sad because it looks beautiful.

[@iloveanime4020]

finally on sale thanks for review

[@warframedeaths4881]

Nice grafix! 😻😻😻

[@Jesse12489]

I passed it when it was on sale. It's on sale for 39$ for the deluxe

[@insidestraight4659]

A great set of horns alright

[@SwitchUpYt]

Did you hear the little metal gear solid sound effect there?

[@insidestraight4659]

@@SwitchUpYt I was well onto it, solid snake reporting in.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Mark is hilarious 😂

[@bensdiaz]

I need to stop buying RPG's I have quite a few already on my switch that I hardly touch because there's always something new and shiny that comes along 😅

[@insertnamehere5452]

I haven’t played any of the Atelier Ryza games. Is it okay if this is my first one?

[@andre785]

Yes, it's a stand-alone title. Just wondering if you're planning to get a physical copy. I heard it's rare.

[@denji5368]

yeah it's hard to find a physical copy. Some people even sell their copy with a higher price

[@andre785]

@@denji5368 true, I've been trying to score myself one. I bought AR2 upon release just to be sure to at least have that when this one might become a rarity as well.