Ender Lilies is a Metroidvania you should play | Cannot be Tamed

[@michaelsenko3177]

I appreciate the specificity in this review. It goes beyond, "music is great, graphics are great... great game." You explain what it is that you like or don't like, and identify the reasons why. Thank you.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Glad you liked it

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

@@michaelsenko3177 I like ACG reviews for the same reason.

[@cosme28]

I totally agree. I find her reviews refreshing for the same reason.

[@nickl9317]

The slam-into-the-ground dodge is directly lifted from Castlevania Rondo of Blood, where Maria does it. She also uses spirits to fight, such as birds and other animals. She doesn’t fight directly. So yeah, that was probably the main inspiration for the protagonist’s control mechanics

[@krisfrederick5001]

The "dodge" looks more like a "face plant" (think Willie Mays Hayes sliding in the movie Major League) This visually is curiously as warm as it is dark and haunting. Lilly: "I heard you guys talking about me"

[@indeimaus]

she's right you know

[@Tigermanprevatt4498]

Ng+ is out i hear

[@zero-theaveragegamer1159]

She is right. Her name is Pam and she is talking about games.

[@ItzMeWill]

Really? I thought she was left

[@Davey_Cakes]

There's always room for more gothic action-adventure games!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

There sure is

[@lotterwinner6474]

I just finished this game. I found it a wonderful Metroidvania. Loved the boss fights. Difficulty felt just right for a normal gaming experience.

[@PointandDrinkAdventure]

Make up looks amazing! Perfect colors for a beautiful game!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thank you!

[@hendrikmostert3305]

I find your videos super relaxing. Positive vibes and atmosphere. Thanks :)

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Glad you like them!

[@richterbelmont2544]

Haven't heard of this title so it wasn't on my radar for games to play. Thank you Pam for the recommendation! Loved the succinct, yet informative review. The game looks fantastic! Definitely will be looking to add this game to my backlog.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem :)

[@Fillmore.Pockets]

This channel rocks! So refreshing to see someone who actually plays and reviews the games they want to play.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks so much

[@ol_thecreator]

Factual

[@armakeen3576]

I still didn't find a metroidvania with better music than Ender Lilies. This is absolutely gorgeous

[@breadguyyy]

what about ori

[@das7711]

You have great taste in games. I'm actually starting to like indies more than most AAA games. Metroidvania style being my favorite.Thanks for the review and showing all the new great titles out there :)

[@matthuck378]

A map that shows you which areas you've found everything in/finished and which areas you have not is a thing every 'metroidvania' needs to have. PS: Ha! 7:37 Scene-stealing LilyDog!

[@Sardonic_Zee]

Sweet.. a review of a game I’m interested in, while I drink my morning coffee. Hoping for a physical of this because the art is so dark and pretty.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I'd bet that some limited printing company would do a physical at some point.

[@Seanbo88]

"Headers into the dirt" lol This looks very well made and interesting, will check it out.

[@Venoix]

Lily must have been so excited to hear her name every time you talked about the main character when you were filming the review. Haha. I love the aesthetic of the game, and the music has an almost NieR feel to it. Thanks for showcasing it.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Lily was just sitting with her head in my lap, sighing loudly, for most of the video.

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

The haunting sort of Japanese choir vibe is really cool. But NEIR’s soundtrack is just one of the best ever made. I quite like ICO’s as well. A really sort of tragic energy.

[@rekkazan]

This looks really good! I actually haven't heard of Ender Lilies before, but now I'm interested to play it.

[@jonasking3670]

I just stumbled onto this video. For anyone who sees this now, this game is free on PlayStation Plus for August 2024.

[@justrok79]

Her lil scramble dodge makes sense because she doesn't look combat efficient which in turn makes her learned dash after she gains strength an extra layer to character progression and growth imo. I'm playing Vigilant atm, but this is definitely on my radar.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I’ll take satisfying dodges over realistic ones any day.

[@ricktoddfarson4255]

I really enjoyed it, and couldn't put it down until I 100% it!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

The secrets were a lot of fun to find. I just hit level 100 today.

[@nipulkradmsinatagras8293]

Everything in this review is on point. *But the soundtrack of this game is what stood out for me.*

[@mattlockwood6089]

I have sent this review to my friendship Logan for us to potentially invest our time in with the goal of video game completion

[@natanhaelalvarado6137]

Your content really feels special, no mainstream bullshit, just the games you love m, not caring if they’re old, thank you

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Aww, thanks

[@Myatheequestrian]

Great review. I tend to steer clear of the 'flash style movement' metroid-vanias (salt and sanctuary I'm looking at you) but on this review, I think ill give it a go. Your channel deserves more subs! 👏🏻

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks!

[@Drinkabeerandplayagameofficial]

That no corpse run mechanic is huge, I hate that kind of backtracking. Boss designs look awesome too. Can’t go wrong when Lilly approved

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I'm so tired of the corpse run mechanic, and I'm mad at Dark Souls for making it so prevalent.

[@noneofyourbusiness4616]

Nice to greet Sunday with you.

[@badwrongfun5541]

So it sounds like they took the Souls system from Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow without the grinding random soul drops. And I can dig that for sure!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Yes, I didn't make that connection, but it's very similar. You just will always know when a fight will result in a new spirit.

[@badwrongfun5541]

@@Cannotbetamed1 I don't blame you there. I can already tell the game has a style all it's own. And yeah in practice I know that's gonna mean the pacing is totally different and more deliberate.But your vid and seeing the footage have definitely sold me on the game and I wanna give it a try.

[@Myatheequestrian]

I loved the grinding in Aria and Dawn of Sorrows. Meant you got a little bit more mileage outta the game. Perfected your combat AND got to listen to that music for just a little longer.

[@badwrongfun5541]

@@Myatheequestrian At the time when I was a kid with little else to do, sure, I likley felt the same. Nowadays I'm older with a busier life and more games I can afford and want to play. So now in a different context it feels like less of an "extender" to the game and more like busy work when I come back to the game as an adult. But yeah that's to me and might not apply to you.

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

@@badwrongfun5541 I haven’t got as much time as I used to, but I normally have a long game going. It seems a bit relative. I went through the mass effect trilogy and it took about 80 hours. It didn’t seem that long. But I’ve put about 80 hours into Persona 5 over 2 years, it seems to of taken an absolute ice age. I’ve pretty much given up. It’s a massive slog. Saying that, I’ve just started Divinity 2. It’s supposed to be over 100 hours. It’s going to be a mission to finish it.

[@bryantjauregui965]

The art and graphics are spectacular The stories of those characters are very interesting

[@gogoyoyo2404]

Thanks for review. Love Lily butting in. So cute

[@aasquith25]

Pam, the eye shadow is on point. Loving your reviews, so far!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks so much!

[@RedWolfy7]

I'm always fascinated by your game choices. It's almost unpredictable but they're damn sound picks. A real influencer

[@FreezinUrTundra]

For f***ing real. Never been captivated by a game like Ender Lilies, ever.

[@lokiidol7971]

I love your reviews. They are specific, direct and honest. …and you appreciate the magnificent genre of metroidnvanias. ^-^ instant subscribe.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks! Welcome to the channel.

[@exvalos6402]

Never even heard of this game I'll check it out thanks for the review

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem

[@mattakadanja]

Metroidvanias are the only 2D games I still like to buy and play. I’ve never heard of this one but will definitely be checking it out. Thanks!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jonathonpolk3592]

Great review! I agree on all points, especially with the stupid beginning dash; it always made her look like a zombie that was lunging towards prey to eat their brains. I started playing it a few weeks ago, but put it down recently after Nier Automata finally released a PC patch making the damn thing playable. I'll get back to Ender Lilies in a bit, but it's fun so far.

[@Ghost_Of_SAS]

My backlog of metroidvanias alone is massive. This genre is hypersaturated to the point I just can't even consider buying them anymore, and they are one of my favorite genres.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I'm always on the lookout for new ones.

[@Metallian81]

5:54 Why hello there everybody. 😁 7:32 The highlight of the review appears. Aww, so adorable! Thanks for the great review, it was very informative. I just stumbled on your channel, but I'll be subsribing to see more of your content...and your review buddy. 😁

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Welcome to the channel! Lily says welcome too.

[@Metallian81]

@@Cannotbetamed1 Thanks for the warm welcome. Keep up the great content and best wishes.

[@gm9984]

Good doggie! I wasnt sure whether to pick this one up or not, but your review has convinced to get it! Thanks for the info!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem, hope you enjoy it.

[@kmatlockii]

I love that your dress matches the game aesthetic!

[@newarchillabog9403]

Finally got around to this gsme and I love it so fsr. So glad there isn't a corpse run. Love the soulslike genre but sometimes I just don't have the patience.

[@natanhaelalvarado6137]

You made me buy this game, I’m playing it right now 👍

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Have fun!

[@Dj-qf7fq]

looks awesome edit: now I'm 18 hours into the game, loving it so much

[@jinyoon7244]

Game is great. Really interesting mechanics and world building. The only thing I wish it did was mark things on the map once you see them. Hard to remember what is where, and there's a lot of backtracking in this game.

[@hanialzaid8460]

This is how reviews should be done..thank you

[@GamingInTheWild]

Excellent work keeping your concentration going while the doggo vied for your attention :)

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I have lots of practice at that.

[@mykeychainrecords]

Very cool looking game. Thank you for the review!!! Gotta trust Lily!!! :)

[@Slitheringpeanut]

It's on my wishlist.

[@CheapestGamer]

There's a physical edition of this game available for Switch and Playstation 4 for about $30 from Play Asia for those like me who prefer having a physical copy of their games.

[@CheapestGamer]

Not only is the physical edition currently out of stock (but being restocked) on Play Asia but it also went UP in price to $42.99. 🙄 So much for waiting on a free shipping promotion to pick up a copy.

[@claudiosaenz9331]

Ok, you convince me , I’ll give a chance this week

[@PleiadianDreams]

~ Hi Pam, good to see you again. Regards, Alex. ~

Started playing this and though the dodge was horrible also. Good to know it gets better.

[@thebarbaryghostsf]

I picked this up, but had to give up after grinding like 20 levels to fight one early boss. I was just like, nah I don't have this kind of time anymore. It's still in my Steam library, so maybe I'll try again in the future.

[@mattw3735]

This game looks awesome! I really enjoy your videos very informative. Plus you are very beautiful. Take care.

[@OperationPhantom]

This sure looks like it will make the wait for Silksong more bearable.

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

Oooh, how true. Still waiting and just about to buy this.

[@TobiasWiggle]

That looks really cool. I love that the bosses' abilities you absorb aren't just the abilities but the boss apparates and performs it themself. Everything looks quite stylish too. Thanks for highlighting this!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem. It is really cool how the spirits appear, and how all the equipped ones can be seen while you’re resting at a bench.

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

Please tell me that’s your real name.

[@urabusxrw04]

Wow, a game I haven’t heard of. Update: i picked it up, thanks for the rec

[@zanychelly]

7:48 - Adorable dog

[@rkclinite]

All right already, I'll play it. Haven't seen so many people stoked about a metroidvania since Bloodstained!

[@ToyKeeper]

Ender Lilies was fun for a single play-through. But it definitely had flaws... like not having enough currency to level up each spirit, and at least half of the spirits and the entire limited-ammo system seemed really unnecessary. After getting Gerrod in chapter 2, I rarely had reason to use anyone else since he was the strongest in most situations for the rest of the game. A lot of the map felt unpolished too, like samey and boxy. Hard to remember which rooms were which. The game's weightless, numb, detached feel may have been thematically appropriate but felt unsatisfying and it was hard to tell when I got hit. Many of the bosses were really _fantastic_ though, and it had beautiful art and some fun puzzles and challenges.

[@Drewbe821]

After Hollow Knight, there felt like a Metroidvania renaissance, and it still seems to be going strong.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Yes, there are lots coming out recently, it’s nice.

[@pilgrimspromise1132]

I 100% of this game which I don't usually do on metroidvanias, but one thing that really bothered me with it was that the combat has no weight to it because there is basically no feedback when you hit enemies so the entire game it feels like you are swiping at smoke

[@newavejunkie]

I don’t play a lot of Metroidvanias, but I still always appreciate hearing your thoughts on them. I definitely like the look of this one so I may give it a try. Added to my wishlist.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Glad to hear it!

[@robmoye7373]

One of my favorite genres. Always looking for a good MV, and this looks excellent. Thanks!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem!

[@josephpiedmonte]

This game is on my radar but I'm waiting for it to hopefully release physically. I'm getting tired of buying games twice that I really enjoy. I've done this at least 8 times in the past few years, but this looks great.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Yeah, it is a pain when that happens. I've also ended up buying a number of things twice because the physical came later.

[@cColinEigenmann]

Finally got this gem. Epic game so far. Love your work Love the fact you have a jvc x'eye

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks

[@OrangeGeemer]

I named my kid Liliana (we call her Lili), she will love to try this one (we play together every weekend)

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I hope you two have fun with it.

[@SebbyZero]

Looks super cute and the gameplay so smooth, I´m intrigued!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

You should give it a shot.

[@RedAngelPonderings]

You beat me to making a video about this, but I'm not nearly far enough to talk about it. I'm glad more word is getting out about the game! Your review highlighted the good parts about the game with some of the rougher parts. I've been hearing some complaints it's too short but outside if that not much else. Great Review!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thank you! I didn’t think it was too short at all. I can’t say exactly how long it took me since it have a tendency to just open the map and walk away for long periods of time, but it was probably around 20-25 hours to finish and get most of the secrets.

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

@@Cannotbetamed1 Yeah, definitely not too short. 25 hours is just about right. I’ve gotten pretty bad with the judging on length recently, if it’s not a 60+ hour game it puts me off. I replayed Mass Effect Andromeda recently, I just did the main missions. It only took me about 15 hours. The first time was about 80. It was much more enjoyable this time. A prime example of more isn’t always better.

[@cidneysworld3282]

Woow beautiful review and thank you 🎉

[@MegaHoro]

Kinda sounds like Shaman King: Master of Spirits-- a Metroidvania with spirits A floral dress for Lillies

[@BryanTruong]

I mean the video had me sold, but if Lily also recommends it I have no choice but to try it now

[@Iohannis42]

A great, informative review. The game appears to be worth trying.

[@zacaustin7952]

Whats up pam. Heading to Florida for work watching this waiting on my plane. Love the videos

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks, enjoy your trip

[@KarmaJolt]

I recently played through Astalon: Tears of the Earth and I loved it so much. An 8-bit style metroidvania with killer music. Couldn't stop playing.

[@erezcrestfallen1383]

Really? I played the demo but thought it wasn't that great. Should I give it another try?

[@KarmaJolt]

@@erezcrestfallen1383 I loved it but if it’s not for you, then it’s not for you. I understand some people are really turned off by pixel art, and I get it tbh.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I played the demo also and was turned off by having to run back to the camp to switch characters. But I understand that you get an item that fixes this fairly early on? I’ve heard so many good things. I should give it another try.

[@aamishakya95]

Waiting so hard for the metroidvania ranking video!!!!!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I want to finish SotN before I make it.

[@zellar1]

Just discovered this review. I love this game. Great review. Thank you for posting

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks!

[@elblah9721]

"...& Lily stops taking headers into the dirt." Lol.

[@chainswap4987]

finally a decent review of this thank you i appreciate it also your voice is soothing yo

[@mrpositronia]

Thanks. I didn't know about this one. There's a few Metroidvania games out there right now, so it's a great time for fans of the genre. :)

[@gamayun6102]

Great in depth review! I really like that dying doesn't have these annoying punishments. I'm going to play this on the Xbox Series S sometime soon :)

[@MazokuRanma]

I know this is an older video, but I wanted to throw up a note that there's a physical edition of this coming via Limited Run with both a regular and Collector's Edition for PS4 and Switch. Unfortunately there's no Xbox copy, as is normal for LRG, which means I can't play it with the best controller ever made. That said, apparently they're releasing their first game on Xbox sometime this summer, though they didn't announce which title.

[@TheAncientGamerX]

I am probably going to try this. It has a visual look reminiscent of Ori and the Wii of the Wisps, a game I expected not to like but did. Another top notch review too.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks!

[@rabendranath]

Definitely trying this one. Looks amazing. Thanks for the heads up Pam!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem

[@pepejjgl]

looks beautiful

[@JamieBainbridge]

You're so detailed in your reviews, it's obvious you really know this genre and are great at introspecting and analysing. This game looks like it hits all the good points that Hollow Knight missed (for me anyway).

[@KuyaIvansVids]

Wow, you just said everything that I wanted to say on this game. Thank you so much for this video. 😊

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem 😊

[@TheMissingLink2]

The aesthetic kinda reminds me of Child of Light. I'll have to give this one a try. Thanks Pam.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

No problem

[@mrmagoo-i2l]

I like the way the little light drop strains when it shines. It sort of strains and tries really hard to shine, it was a nice touch. The rhyming of the story took me out a bit.

[@physcosis2936]

Thank you once again miss pam you really help me save money and time i didn't know what to expect from this game and thanks to you im going to get it. Thank you

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Hope you have fun with it

[@matthewrobinson3058]

Dog was like "uh hey I need some lovin here..."

[@Verus3]

Very thorough review, thank you.

[@punchabunchabuttons]

I watched 30 seconds of this video yesterday. Closed it and i am now 7 hours into the game. I really dig it. While the theme is decay, death and corruption, it is an absolutely gorgeous game. That little girl reminds me of my little niece. The music (or rather the ambient sound) is really off so i just close it completely and play something else on winamp. For example something fast pace like Resonance of Fate (look it up) and it fit so much better. I did found myself lost but refused to look up an internet solution. I enjoy the game that much. Its definitely flawed but there is no such thing as a perfect game. Another awesome game like this one (and with bad music) is Foregone. Look it up if you haven't.

[@winterburden]

Such a cool-looking game, thanks for sharing! 🙆‍♀️

[@00789321]

Another soild vid. Thxs keep up the good work Pam

[@Mattressinsptr]

Nice review.. This game has been on my radar.. Big metrovania fan

[@jtown78]

If Lily recommends it then it's a must buy! Thanks for the review

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Any time!

[@punchabunchabuttons]

Hey Pam, i remember when you had like 7k subs. Your channel has grown!!!!!

[@Cannotbetamed1]

It sure has!

[@crithon]

Oh wow! I'm so down to play this game. Great video

[@Cannotbetamed1]

Thanks

[@hansgruber9457]

I love this game. Played ~15 hours so far and am still engaged. The map is cumbersome, but showing you how many exits there are and if you found all secrets is really great and makes my completionist feelings tickle. This one does have a few endings btw., I think there are three. When I found the first one after roughly 10 hours I was devastated, but was happy to find out you can just resume your game. The difficulty is balanced well, except for bosses. Mini bosses tend to be super easy pushovers, real bosses are tough. I would have liked more challenge in the mini bosses, but I think it really depens on when you encounter them.

[@Cannotbetamed1]

I thought the first ending was funny. It pretty much tells you it’s a bad idea to use the flower… but I did it anyway. I did get all the endings.

[@TheRavenwolf666]

I’m definitely gonna download on the Switch