BEST Ys GAMES (Best to worst and where to start) - Happy Console Gamer

[@GameSack]

I agree about Ys Book 1 and 2. The Master system version was nice, but it was the Turbo CD game that really blew me away and made me an Ys fan for life. Now I just wish they'd remake Ys 5 like they have everything else. Taito did on the PS2, but that's not good enough.

[@geraldbantolino3475]

I also love your vids gamesak :D

[@ShinkeiDEI]

I hope they do, it would even make sense story-wise since they picked up the Alchemy storyline

[@guiltygamerxrd]

Falcom too busy making Kiseki games every year now :/ which I like too but yeah, we need a proper Ys V remake. Falcom is one of those companies that does remakes right so I'm sure a lot of issues it's had before can be smoothed out.

[@thebossthusiast1960]

Pretty sure there'll be a Ys V remake since it's the only real missing piece (at least as far as the mainline goes). Companies these days don't usually leave missing pieces like that when they're doing a slate of remakes (see RE3). I'd also like to see Ys 6 and 7 remastered (not remade) for modern consoles, maybe as a two-pack. Having to get out the PS2 or PSP for those is a bit much.

[@KadekGadget]

they should remake greendog too

[@jankogo]

Johnny: "It´s not nostalgia. It´s not nostalgia. It is a little bit." I am laughing so hard my KnYs are shaking.

[@offroad5798]

😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@TainoMoya]

Lmao

[@landonmathews6111]

I played Ys VIII last December and it has since solidified its position as one of my favorite RPGs of all time. Ys IX is also fantastic👍🏻

[@KilgoreTrout1212]

I was sad to say goodbye to the cast of 8 at the end

[@landonmathews6111]

@@KilgoreTrout1212 Agreed. I hope some characters reappear in future Ys games. And let's be honest, Laxia is the only one for Adol haha

[@fabolousjada5070]

@@KilgoreTrout1212 ima be real I was gonna get into the series and nobody in the comments blatantly talked about the ending like you I don’t even wanna play the game anymore thank you

[@FallicIdol]

@@fabolousjada5070 you will be missed

[@Vayne_Solidor]

@@fabolousjada5070 I hope you speak about the True Ending. There are 2 ones.

[@TheSavvyDevil]

This channel is what got me into YS! Started with Origin and YS 1 and Ys VIII. Currently playing through Ark now. :)

[@xxxxkanexx5761]

It's great how you get all excited while talking about the Y's games Johnny, you can really hear it in your voice... Almost like when you are a kid on Xmas morning or something...

[@kur1su74]

He gets very angry when you spell it like that tho.

[@xxxxkanexx5761]

@@kur1su74 OH damn is it spelled without the H or something? I can't remember.....

[@blackdragoncyrus]

Why do you call it "Y's"

[@TainoMoya]

@@xxxxkanexx5761 Ys no apostrophe haha

[@juniorjimenez72]

Im always happy to see people talk about Falcom games.

[@ihavenoshameandmustscream421]

Falcom=most underrated developer house. Ever.

[@germainetaylor1757]

Falcom is to action rpgs what square enix is to turn based jrpgs they are not indie developers they had the same problem that square enix is having they lost a lot of there original staff at the end of the 1990s and had to rebuild from the ground up also they tend to keep the there teams small to keep things more manageable they hire out for ports I think we will see a lot of there back catalog ported to the switch soon I’d like to see brandish the dark revenant and maybe Xanadu next and Tokyo Xanadu maybe a remake of Sorcerian

[@ihavenoshameandmustscream421]

@@germainetaylor1757 I appreciate the history lesson. Maybe it's possible that you have been a fan of Falcom for a long time? If you have, I think that's pretty damn cool. I kick myself in the ass for missing out on them back then...but that was pre-internet time, couldn't be helped. You think Falcom has a bright future?

[@IrieIslandGaming]

Ys VIII is my favorite of the series! It's actually one of my favorite games of all time of any series too!

[@thomasharvey1151]

For me, Ys is one of the rare series where I think it’s worth it to buy the expensive collectors editions. I think a lot of Nihon Falcom games are. So many of their titles, especially Ys, become rare classics.

[@TuxEarth]

How's the games' soundtrack?

[@jonjongutierrez1606]

ys ix is good, but ys viii was a masterpiece

[@GSPsvita]

@@TuxEarth great

[@IrieIslandGaming]

@@jonjongutierrez1606 I haven't got to try Ys IX yet but I look forward to it! I've been waiting for the NA Switch Physical Release!

[@Pinzu__]

You got me into Ys 10ys ago. My 1st Ys game was Oath of Felgahna psp

[@210SpDJones]

I just got that, and All Ys games from the store! Memories of Celceta was my first game...

[@ehvaandal]

Ys seven for me

[@3daces69]

That honestly is one of the best

[@caduceiz2155]

My first game was Ys seven

[@craigw4967]

Im halfway through it right now, i like playing games on expert but oath made me lower it to normal lol. Its so good.

[@luke3810]

I just finished Ys 8 to 100% completion yesterday! It was so bittersweet finishing it completely but it put me in the perfect mood for Ys 9!

[@FallicIdol]

You realize that you’ll miss some of those characters

[@royal2852]

Hell, it's been almost 2 years since I beat Ys8 and I still have the music stuck in my head.

[@AliAlslaman]

9 is good but it can't reach 8 greatness.

[@MikeRavia-xp5ig]

Ys x now

[@jpablo700]

I agree, bro! Ys Book I & II for the TG-16 was the first RPG that blew me away, especially when the narration started at the very beginning of the story line (little kid coming from the Nintendo). As I've grown up, I fell out of gaming. However, Google gave me a Stadia premiere edition late last year and just purchased Ys 8 a few days ago. Wow! I'm not too far into the game yet but loving what I'm experiencing so far. Now with your mention I'm gonna wrap up this comment and play the game. ☺ 👍🏻

[@Justin-dp7pg]

So many good ones but Lacrimosa of Dana really got to me emotionally. Definitely my number 1!

[@divinations00]

Perfect timing! I’ve been playing through Ys VIII for the first time on the Switch and bought Ys Origin on the Switch for $8! Gonna try to hunt Ys Books 1 and 2 and grab Ys IX when it comes out for Switch! You got me hooked on the series!

[@tr1bes]

Ys 1 and 2 is also on the DS.

[@kevinleblanc9498]

I ordered Ys Origin and Ys Viii a few days ago. Never played any of them but because of you I want to get into them and those two interest me the most. Now I’m gonna sit back and watch this video, which I assume is amazing as usual. Thank you !!

[@GSPsvita]

On what console are you going to play them ?

[@kevinleblanc9498]

@@GSPsvita YS Origin on the Switch and VIII on PS4. Getting physical copies :)

[@GSPsvita]

@@kevinleblanc9498 nice , I have the original Celceta and YS 8 games on the PSVITA , back when they were exclusive vita titles and when origins came out physical I get it as well . Such great games 🙂

[@kevinleblanc9498]

@@GSPsvita that’s awesome! can’t wait to play them !

[@GSPsvita]

@@kevinleblanc9498 be patient, don't rush , enjoy them 🙂

[@Mrmightyturtle]

I clicked this notification as quick as possible. Always happy seeing people talking about Ys, especially the KZbinr that introduced me to the series. Games don't get much better for me than Ys IV.

[@osurpless]

While I’ve always been aware of the series, video game music isn’t something I find myself enjoying if I haven’t played the game yet. So upon playing most of the series (V still has few options) I was ecstatic to find so many arranged and orchestral CDs to check out, especially how well represented Valestein Castle from III is.

[@Mrmightyturtle]

@@osurpless Yeah Falcom really seem to put a lot of importance on the series' music and rightfully so. I was pleasantly surprised to find just how much of it was on spotify as even though I don't listen to much video game music outside of the actual game, Ys is definitely an exception.

[@szeltovivarsydroxan9944]

Do you mean The Dawn of Ys? It's my second favorite Ys game, after Origin.

[@Mrmightyturtle]

@@szeltovivarsydroxan9944 Yeah. I like Mask of the Sun too but it just doesn't compare.

[@kalythgaming]

LOL, I was guest in a live with some streamer friends a week ago and somehow they asked me if I knew anything about Ys. I said "Go check the Happy Console Gamer channel, he knows EVERYTHING you need to know and there are several videos on the topic!" - BOOM, some days after that, you publish this video. =) Awesome job, Johnny, as always!

[@JP-ur3pk]

YES as soon as I started this video I knew what the #1 spot was. YS book 1 & 2 is amazing beyond belief. The music and feelings you feel from playing this is overwhelming.

[@rukathekid7853]

Since the last Ys video I have now beaten Origin and am now playing Lacrimosa of Dana! Also because of you! I am liking Ys a lot!

[@statesminds]

They're amazing! I got into them from him as well.

[@thomasharvey1151]

Ys is great, nothing else like them, original classics

[@VBshredder]

I love that you continue to fly the flag for Ys 1 & 2. It really was that good in the context of its time, and even now. Some of my best childhood memories are playing through that with my friend Cliff, and being amazed every time a new cutscene or soundtrack came up. Dat boss music guitar solo!! 🎸 That guitar player was FEELING IT!! LOL 👍

[@crosby7785]

Damn I love it when you push Ys.

[@CRISHTANG]

The first time I met you IRL, I think some of my first words to you was "HAVE YOU PLAYED YS ORIGIN!?!?!?" back when it was only on PC, because if you hadn't I knew you'd love it. Good times! But OMG Johnny, this video made me so happy, your lineup matches with mine with the only swap being Ys IV and Ys Origin. When I think about it, this is the only franchise that I still love just as much in the present as I did back in the day. Thanks for always bringing more awareness to this beloved series!

[@NightWolve75]

Hey Chris, glad I returned to this video to browse more of the comments or I wouldn't have seen yours! Ys Felghana remained my favorite for the most part I guess. Can't speak on later titles after that though. On the retro PC Engine/TurboGrafx-16 side, Ys Book I&II was a magical experience that made me an Ys fan for life from the moment I popped in the CD into my factory-fresh Turbo Duo some time in 93 or 94... ❤️

[@16xthedetail76]

My favourite is 100% YS: Origin. It had the best of everything YS is known for and even a bit more(in the story department). I recommend everyone play it, its amazing!

[@buggy946]

Love your work my friend! Thanks for a great video!

[@FinalBaton]

Oath In Felghana is up there gameplay-wise IMO. That and Origin are so damn good.

[@16xthedetail76]

Origin is way too underrated and gets overshadowed by VIII.

[@lancewinchester1000]

I agree, I'm on the Boss Rush for the platine and Origin is a pure gem. Maybe more closed and repetitive(70h) but this is well the magic of Evil tower 👌😎

[@TainoMoya]

Felghana is beautiful i love that its voiced

[@lancewinchester1000]

@@TainoMoya I hope for a release on Ps4 one day... (with Napishtim).

[@KyleLeonhart]

my top 2 favourite atm

[@Seanbo88]

I recently discovered this series with Ys Origin and it has sucked me in. Cool retro-feeling RPG but with fast hack n slash gameplay. The fact that it's chronologically the first game also made it very easy to get into.

[@ARTA47x]

I've finished 8 and it was like it opened my eyes

[@craigw4967]

I love this guys enthusiasm. Ive played most on the Ys games, except for 4 and 1&2. Ill be playing them after i finish Oath of Felghana. Memories of celceta was the first one I played, it will always have a special place in my heart for introducing me into this fantastic franchise.

[@SilentAvenger97]

Always excited to see a new video from you bro! Hope the family is well!

[@SirWestonUchiha]

I love when you talk about this series man, you're one of the only KZbinrs that mentions it.

[@YUKESFIRE]

Hey Johnny, I wanna thank you for getting me into the Ys series! I picked up Ys VIII about a week ago and it is turning into on of my favorite JRPGS ever. Going to pick up Ys IX next and then im going to pick up the PSP games on Vita. Very excited to play them.

[@88DreadGT]

Love it when you cover Ys. Like you, I started with the SMS version back in '88 and was blown away when I played Ys Book 1&2 on my friend's Turbo Duo in 1991. Bought a handful of them on Steam like Origin, Oath in Felghana, Memories of Celceta, and Books 1&2 Chronicles. I never get tired of them

[@EmaCr_]

Ys VI The Ark Of Napishtim is the first Ys game i played, it was on the ps2 and made me fall in love with the series, i know is not the best one but it's my favorite it has a soft spot in my memory, besides that the soundtrack is also very memorable

[@FinalBaton]

I have a soft spot for it as well.

[@dav1dgear]

Why is it not the best one like VI it's awesome. Especially since it's fully voiced both in Japanese and English. Has a ton of secret content and the battle is blazing fast

[@kamehameha23]

Well Johnny , i took your recomendation and picked up Ys 8 straight away, never played this series before and after the first fight im hooked haha thanks bro.

[@wanjingcao1780]

Johnny, I subbed to your channel because of ys series. Coming from China, I'm a big fan of YS series myself. I'd been in the U.S. for five years, and thrilled seeing someone in the U.S. shared the enjoyment got from YS. Really like and agree on most of your ranking. YS2 always holds a special place in my heart, ys origin has a really touching story, and Ys8 is really their best in the recent years.

[@ottolehto]

Ys VIII is so underrated. It has such a lovely environment, fun exploration, villlage expansion, and a great cast. Even the story turned out really interesting!

[@AnarickTheDevil]

Yep so underrated you cant get a copy for under 80 bucks.

[@FigthAGAINSTSCOIALISM]

@@AnarickTheDevil It's available on the pc for less than 80 bucks. And is often on sale.

[@Vayne_Solidor]

VIII is easily the best Ys, I recently returned to make a video...

[@gek3674]

So underrated that is universally considered one of the best in the series lol

[@ottolehto]

@@gek3674 Underrated among the general gaming public in the West, I mean, not among Ys fans. Many RPG enthusiasts tend to forget about the series.

[@slamshift6927]

I got into Ys because of you, Johnny! I had been watching your videos and Game Sack for a long time before I stumbled upon a Silver Edition copy of Memories of Celceta on Vita at a GameStop on CLEARANCE. I remembered how much you complemented the music and figured what the hell, I've bought games I liked less just for the OST... Now I own every Ys game on Steam :D

[@Beef424]

I know this is an older video but i just wanted to say thank you. I'm the same generation gamer as you but unfortunately I missed the Ys games when they first came out. Because of your videos and coverage of them I decided to give them a shot, and i am so glad i did. This is an excellent story and the game play and exploration from even the first games in the franchise still hold up. I have played Ys origin and books 1 & 2, and looking forward to playing through the entire serious. I would love to get an original copy of Ys books 1 & 2 one of these days. Thank you again.

[@rrahll]

Thank you! Liked and subscribed! I'm just starting to play the YS series and I'm really excited about this feeling!

[@jonesygrets6029]

I’m currently playing Ys 8 for the first time. It’s my first Ys game after your recommendations. It’s made me a fan ,and I went and bought all the physical Ys games I could. Thanks for the great video.

[@HybridAngelZero]

Ys was one of those game series I always just kind of glanced at from a distance, but around 2014~2015 I decided to go ahead and buy the TurboGrafx version of Ys I&II on Wii Virtual Console and I was absolutely blown away! The fully voiced intro, the amazing music, and yes, I even love the bump combat! I haven't played many games in the series yet, but it always gives me a good time

[@medievaldad9537]

Johnny I can tell you 100 percent it's not just nostalgia. I discovered Ys books 1 & 2 on the Turbografx mini last year and it blew me away

[@ondgaku271]

I marathon-ed the entire series a few months ago and nearly every game was better than expected. All thanks to this channel. Origin is my clear favorite, followed by Oath and VIII.

[@SuperQueenV.]

My first Ys game is/was Ys 8 and I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! My next game is Ys 9 (both are on switch) and I’m super excited to start playing. Great video! Keep it up!

[@EvaFull]

Y’s Book I & II still holds up to this day. Your review of the game years ago made me go out and purchase this game on Wii Virtual Console. Then again years later when I purchased a WiiU, I re-purchased Y’s once they add it to the eShop. Now I own an original copy to play on my PC Engine Duo. Thank You Johnny Millennium for turning me onto a series that I had never heard of & am now a huge fan myself too.

[@stevesmith8026]

Aewsome Video Johnny. You showed me Ys in your videos and I love the Series since then to death. Finished Origins yesterday and now I am on Ys six and Seven on PSP. Then I finished all the games in the Series. Thanky for the Love. Greetings from Germany

[@just_a_character]

You really are selling me on this series. Ys Origin may be getting another sale soon. Thanks for your awesome work on this video and the rest!

[@Alexthelion93]

Another happyconsolegamer video?? Yeah! Yet another YS video?! Hell yeah! You got me into this series, years ago. Believe it or not, I actually started with I&II Chronicles, on my Android phone. Might be nostalgia for me, as a 90's gamer but I loved them both!!! Then I continued with Origin (played it a 2nd time on my Switch), what a blast! Then Memories of Celceta and VIII. My next target is IX! Man, listening to you talking about YS never grows old, I made some popcorn and I'm going to relax watching your show. Cheers!

[@zaiyaman]

I just finished Ys VIII recently and man, what a game. The combat is addictive, the story is great, exploring the island feels exciting, and the MUSIC. As soon as the game really started, the music had me turning up my speakers to an obscene volume. Planning to finish Celceta and Seven by the time 9 comes to PC before I eventually get to the rest. Very excited to see what the future holds for the series.

[@Andyjoe522]

Ys VIII is so far the only game in the series I've played. I picked it up when it released on Switch and I absolutely adored it! I'm definitely going to have to make time to pick up IX sometime.

[@mutkaheki]

Ys book I & II for the TurboGrafx 16 got me hooked, thanks for the great video Johnny.

[@cubs252006]

My intro to Ys was Ys Book I&II on the PC Engine Mini last year, in part because of this channel. I had a blast, though those games were super cryptic at times. I've since beaten Ys Origin, and I have Ys VIII sitting on my shelf waiting for me. Definitely an underrated series. The way you talk about it reminds me of Suikoden. I must have beaten the first two Suikoden games at least 10 times and did everything humanly possible in those games. Cool vid Cheers

[@MrMustardfinger]

im currently playing Ys origins on switch recently finished Ys 8 and loved it. Going to work my way through the series thanks to Johnny for getting me to finally try them out!

[@WankenZeFurious]

Wauw, I can totally get why that is your number one. Replaying the first book but with so much more. And with the stereo hooked up. That must have been mind blowing. I've never played them but I'm ordering Ys VIII today because of this video. Thanks for sharing these memories.

[@danthonyrivera8426]

Man you convinced me to try Ys with your videos. I bought Ys IX recently and finished it this week. And I am now a Ys fan. Already bought Ys VIII last week!

[@ckhowitt]

Your Top 5 is exactly the same as my Top 5, just in different order I would put them #1. Ys IV: Dawn of Ys #2. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana #3. Ys IX: Monstrum Nox #4. Ys Book 1 & 2 #5. Ys Origin I didn't start the series though until 1+2 came out on the Wii Virtual Console, but I've played every game in the series and most of the ports and remakes.

[@bgille200]

Love your enthusiasm man! Always puts me in a good mood and gets me excited to play games!

[@efdee]

Thought you were going to say that your #1 is... ...Phantas-YS-tar Jokes aside it's always a treat watching you talk about this series because your love and passion for it really shows.

[@asapbruhhhhh]

I’ve honestly never played a Ys game in my life and have no knowledge about them, but Johnny is such a great person and such an enthusiastic person that he can make anything entertaining. I’d watch him talk about politics or talk about the hole in the ozone layer. Last night before I fell asleep I was binge-watching his Xbox X and PS5 vids cause I’ve got the Series X on the way in the mail and was hyping myself up. I truly hope he knows how much he means to us gamers. Don’t ever change, man. And don’t ever stop the HCG show!

[@mistermonokuma8715]

I get so hyped whenever you do any sort of Ys content! I’ve not played all of them, but my personal favorite is Ys: VIII. I can get lost in that for weeks.

[@shaynevalencia3865]

I got Ys 8 on sale several weeks ago and was enjoying it. I watched some of your videos and thought the other games looked great so I checked them out. GOG had a sale on and so I bought pretty much the rest of the Ys series for like, $30-40 total. I've now played through Ys 1+2, Origin, Celceta, and I'm working my way through Felghana. Such a great series with such addictive action and incredible music. Thanks for all you do, you definitely helped me find one of my favorite game franchises.

[@8bitpro85]

Thank you for talking about the Ys series. I have heard of the series but never touched it until a few days ago. I downloaded Oath in Felghana a few days ago on my Vita and holy crap it's amazing! The conbat is addictive. The bosses kick my ass, but I get a great sense of accomplishment after beating them. And the soundtrack is absolutely stellar. I'm definitely going on an Ys binge.

[@TrevorClifford-Film]

I completed Ys Book 1 bcs of this channel - what i cant believe is how well they designed the progression of your character, tons of rewarding feelings as you gain items and grind out your char level

[@Morbisus]

Ys VII was the first Ys game I played back then on the PSP and loved every second of it. Played almost every Ys game and I'm really excited for Ys IX to come on PC/Switch

[@kadosho02]

I never played any of the Ys series. But I remember seeing it featured in magazines. From advertisements, to sometimes reviews. It has definitely been on a journey

[@Eagleknight815]

It's thanks to Johnny that I got into Ys a few years ago. Got books I & II via virtual console for Wii. Loved them! Was blown away by Ys VIII when I got that a few years ago. This is an awesome series if you just started with either VIII or IX! As always Johnny, thank you for putting our minds at Ys!

[@terransheep]

Thanks for making this video. It helped me get my first Ys game. I'll get 9 and then origins and then 8!! Thank you!

[@TotalScrubbery]

I just started Ys IX as my first game in the series. Look forward to trying some of your favourites too sometime

[@ChrisPTenders]

What a legendary video to see sitting in my notifications. The way I found your channel was looking up reviews for Ys Memories of Celceta on the PS Vita. I thought it looked cool, but didn't wanna risk buying what might've been a cheap indie game, since I had wasted money on a lot of games like that trying to get my money's worth out of the system... then I found you talking about it and your enthusiasm sold me on the series' rich history, and I've been an Ys fan ever since, as well as an eager fan of the channel. Legendary video man.

[@pokeboi5438]

Ys Origin is literally on everything at this point, I highly recommend going for it!

[@t.fernbach602]

The only Ys game I've ever played is Ys Origin, and that was just recently. My interest in the series has grown immensely.

[@Elcapitaan5]

Love your passion for this series. It has not quite grabbed me yet,but other series like the tales series took time to grab me,so i think this series will eventually.

[@thrusteavis]

I've never played an Ys game but I knew which entry you were introducing each time just from watching all your vids abt it over the years

[@TundraZer0]

Just wanna say that Ys Origin is phenominal, and has one of my all time favorite soundtracks. So frickin' good.

[@frozenfury0]

Just started playing so really excited to hear more so far the boss fights are really good.

[@SainteTheGoat]

Is it a long game!?

[@TundraZer0]

@@SainteTheGoat Decently? There's three different characters that you can play through the game with. All have slightly different stories.

[@NyxT-GyreX]

I know i am late just finished origins and all three characters and the music on silent sand is my favorite

[@usaskjock]

Ys Origin and VIII are the best in the series - love the self contained stories and environments and both SUCH fun action RPGS

[@azalith8645]

Really nice video. Your enthusiasm is very uplifting and now I look forward to getting into the series. Thanks

[@karlwest49]

You got me into Ys VIII and my main regret was not playing it sooner! Will probably always be my favourite Ys game due to the story, but the music in these games is always stellar and I'm really enjoying Ys IX at the moment, though I'm taking my time because I don't want it to end!

[@turismofoegaming8806]

YS VII “Memories of Celcetta is Also Really Good! And with it being on PS4 now makes it accessible for many, but the lack of Separate Trophy List from the Vita is Disappointing..

[@karlwest49]

@@turismofoegaming8806 yeah, that one was pretty great too! Great music as always! I liked the idea of different characters having unique abilities, but they did refine it in Ys IX so all characters share their abilities, which I prefer. Still awesome though!

[@turismofoegaming8806]

@@karlwest49 Yeah I’ve not got to play that one yet.. I think I might get it from my PS4 soon

[@thenamek1351]

My first Ys games are 8 and origins just need time to play them. Your passion for the series made me want to try it.

[@TheGameCupboard]

Ys VIII is my favourite. It's the first I played so will always be special to me because of that, and the Ys series is the reason I found your channel, so I'm thankful for that too.

[@madcapper6]

Great info and perspective on the series. I haven't played any games from the series yet but I've been sitting on Lacrimosa of Dana for well over a year now but just haven't been able to get to it. It's now on my short list in my back log of games. Thanks for counting down your list from 5 to 1 rather than 1 to 5. A countdown rather than a count up is always more engrossing to the end.

[@Beavetowski]

I was happy to see Y's III was an honorable mention. That was my first introduction into the series. I found it hard at the start but really fun by the end.

[@szeltovivarsydroxan9944]

I just started at the beginning (although The Oath in Felghana was the first one I owned). Almost exactly 3 years ago I got into the series with Ys 1&2 Chronicles on Steam, followed by Oath, then Origin, and then I wanted to play the classics: Book 1&2, Wanderers from Ys, The Dawn of Ys (PC Engine), and I even played Mask of the Sun and Ys V for Super Famicom (the latter of which I think is criminally underrated). Last year I played Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim, and earlier this year I finished Ys Seven. The next one I'm gonna buy is Memories in Celcetta, before I delve into the newer games, VIII and IX. It quickly became one of my all time favorite video game franchises, and to be honest, these games were the reason I found and subscribed to this channel! :D

[@deku_man_x]

I came back to Ys with Ys VII, and man what a blast. You sure did your part to make me love the Series even more, thanks for that 😉. I'm playing Ys IX right now. My Top 5 5. Ys Origin 4.Ys Book I & II 3. Ys IV 2. Ys VII 1. Ys VIII

[@Hoppo_]

Awesome video! my top 5: 1. Ys 9 2. Ys 8 3. Origin 4. Seven 5. Oath in felghana Tho i am still unsure if i like 9 more than 8 atm.

[@AliAlslaman]

Dana herself is what made me love 8. The music is the cherry on top.

[@cloverraven]

I made it 30 minutes into Ys origins and picked up Ys 1 and 2 for 4$. And I’m absolutely blown away by them. I like them much more than origins so far. I’ll go back after though. Thank you for this. I might’ve dropped the whole thing if not for this video.

[@BlackCauldronX]

I just finished Ys VIII recently, absolutely adored it! I was thinking "Man Johnny should really do a top Ys games video". Well lo and behold! You made me want to try this series and i cant wait to play the rest of them! Here's hoping to hear you talk about Ys for the next 20 years as well!! Cheers!

[@Renegated27]

I was so hoping you would do this video, I was looking to start playing this series for a long time! Thanks

[@MrsBlaileen1]

One of gaming’s most underrated series. Would be interesting to see a video of which Ys games to play in order of story.

[@MrWrightWay]

i love your positivity brother!!!

[@chrissmiley9248]

What did you think of the Memories of Celceta? 8 is probably my favorite of the series thus far. And my favorite version of Ys books 1 and 2 was on the ds. When i played that ds game and thought it was brand new, i was shocked about a series that had been around and went bananas wanting to own, play, and enjoy them.

[@Nebuloid1]

Actually never even heard of Ys till I discovered your videos years ago... Only played 8 so far but still haven't finished it, loved it though !

[@519MaLoNeY]

Hey man I love this!! Ys is such an amazing storyline and lore that I desperately wanted to jump into but the game styles weren’t really my thing I guess. Then I got Ys Origin for switch and THAT GAME is a SOLID foundation for anyone not totally hooked before they even start into that world if that makes sense. The overall gameplay mechanics/style REALLY brought me into the world. Now I’m WAY more open to actually taking the time to understand those other Ys games I never actually gave the time of day. The story/lore is phenomenal. Awesome video man. Thanks for making it.

[@fragohsanchez9202]

I just discovered YS 8 and I can't believe I haven't heard of this franchise before! Time to catch up!!

[@CyberBinary]

This was funny to hear! Me and my friends just powered through Ys 1 over Discord and had a blast!

[@ericb1317]

Sometimes i watch HCG videos just so i can put a smile on my face for the day, even when i dont care for the game series itself. You are a treasure :)

[@thechickenskull]

Another great video filled with your usual passion. Just love that you spread the name Ys out to a new generation. However, for anyone who played Ys I & II on the TurboCD back in the day - it's hard to live up to just how impressive that was. Groundbreaking and simply stunning. The weight of nostalgia is impossible to separate from it all, but TCD Ys Books I & II remains my favorite game in the series too and easily top-20 ever. Thanks for the fantastic video.

[@MrJvchef]

You single handedly got me into Y’s. I started with Origins on the switch. Now I’m almost done VIII. Hopefully Y’s IX comes to the switch. Even with the down grade of graphics, it’s amazing and so much fun. Hands down the best music in any video game series. Thanks man!

[@davidraquepas2344]

Ys 9 is coming to switch. It was already announced a while ago. I ordered the limited edition on the NIS america store. Theyre sold out tho

[@ghostkilla092]

I love seeing your genuine passion for the series. First time seeing one of your videos and you already sold me on trying Ys for the first time. Origins looks right up my alley.

[@Cakeman777]

Thanks for the recommendation on where to start! I've always been interested in the Ys games but I wasn't sure what to play, so I was sure happy to see you do this video.

[@sarahpod]

All of your videos are so professionally done. I love your channel!

[@dashleyfox]

Great video and list! Ys 3 on the SNES was my introduction to the series, and then I didn't get to play another one until 6 came out years later. When I did, I fell in love with the franchise so it will always hold a special place in my heart. My all-time favorite is 8, but the franchise as a whole is an instant-buy whenever a new installment comes out.

[@whackfrequency9807]

Always enjoy hearing you talk about the Y's game even though I have yet to play one haha. Will have to get around to it eventually

[@maxblazek]

I got Ys VIII on PS5 for $20 and it was totally worth it. The moment I got out of camp and heard the music with the feel of the gameplay I was very happy with it. Thanks!