Classic Game Room - NIER review

[@MCHellshit]

Wow, both this guys and Zero Puncuation thought the OST was lame...so weird, the music is one of the best thigns about this game

[@crazymiles]

The music is AWFUL.

[@Russianwolf766]

i agree

[@DrPepperone]

He didn't say it was lame. Just repetitive. Which actually is since the same tracks repeat over and over.

[@thisismyrealpicture6888]

My only disagreement: I can't replace that soundtrack. I mean, it's too damn good to replace.

[@colonelboston]

The studio that made this game clearly kept acid fully stocked in the break room.

[@Lainbowie]

YOU DON'T THINK THE SOUNDTRACK IS AMAZING!?

[@lankyGigantic]

Did you know it was Number 1 on the Japanese Album Charts for 4 weeks?

[@Lainbowie]

lankyGigantic Apparently it "only" reached 24 and stayed on for 11 weeks. It's still very impressive for a video game soundtrack album.

[@znaiymeru7649]

@@lankyGigantic цууцццууу

[@Joshua-qn3xj]

He is in 80s music...... Because hes corny annoyingly.....

[@michaelangst6078]

Agreed with everything you said besides the soundtrack niot having enough variety. the soundtrack is incredible, especially the stand out tracks. Cannot believe I haven't noticed nier at all until nier 2 was announced at e3. It was an incredible emotional experience you rarely see in a game. Combined with the complex but certainly followable, great storyline and chareacters, as well as voice acting.. makes it one of my favorite games of all time.

[@expectingbrainchild1707]

NieR is the dictionary definition of underrated. I'm so glad that Mark recognises what a superb game it is. Why are all other game "critics" so dumb?

[@maxpower4910]

Was the scene that he showed of the book dieing a huge spoiler?

[@Screwy]

***** The book didn't die, and it isn't a spoiler.

[@OtterloopB]

Lol, Zero Punctuation. Yahtzee's all bark but no real bite. I feel like a lot of people, when it comes to reviews, get sucked in by IGN and Destructoid and other sites for a long time. Then, as they gain some discernment, they see how slanted it is. Then they find ZP. After the novelty of Yahtzee's insults wear off and they see how weak his reviews are, they move on. Eventually, the lucky ones find Classic Game Room. Fun, real reviews from real people where console wars need not exist.

[@colonelboston]

I don't think most people watch Yahtzee for an actual review, but for the comedy. He's even said himself that his reviews aren't meant to be taken seriously.

[@michaelfranke8622]

Yeah he’s mainly a comedy show. But honestly after playing a lot of the games he has reviewed, he makes a lot of valid points. I think his longer game discussions are more insightful though for sure than an ZP can be

[@Dukefazon]

Thank you, Mark! This video made me interested in Nier back in 2011 or early 2012. I remember like it was yesterday as I played the game and hooked me right in, I played it on a Sunday afternoon and the next day I couldn't get the field music out of my head. I was curious of this game because there was this hottie in it, Kainé with a perfect back and I stayed for the story, the world and characters. Thank you again, Mark for showing me the way! I love Nier ever since!

[@Dukefazon]

He Mark! I came from the future to thank you that you showed me this game. Your review made me check this game out back in 2012, Kainé looked nice so I wanted to check out this generic looking action RPG. And boy, Nier is part of my life ever since, I love this to pieces. Thank you!

[@jsun7972]

This game is SOOOOO underrated it's a crime. I had a hunch that this game was gonna be amazing but the reviews didn't give it much positive reviews. But I followed my gut and got it and man... this game is one of my top 10 of last gen. This game was just so awesome. The story, the music and the gameplay. This game really made you feel for the characters. Like how Uncharted 2 did.

[@user-oy8dt8jg7p]

Such an awesome game with even better music! LOVE this game!

[@GonzoDuke]

This review was the entire reason I bought the game.

[@joeblow1601]

He had me sold on "Long Island Iced Tea of video games". That's my favorite drink :3

[@danielclapp842]

Damn, it's nice to see mark of all people giving this game some love! Respect !! P.S. Are you gonna be reviewing nier automata now that it's out?

[@DeD8CeX]

you just sold me on this game, i recently found info on the sequel. HOW THE FUCK have i never seen this game before!

[@auritone]

"It gets interesting from there." Cue butt shot! Nice, Mark!

[@shanekirby1]

the music was amazing, story amazing and game play good in my opinion. Far better than your average game.

[@busywl69]

just started this game (360). 10 hours in. amazing. and that music!

[@vgscast]

just picked this game up. LOVE IT! Thanks CGR!

[@Quadraxis14]

Okay, I need to know the song going on during the subwoofer laser attack clips, that's just too awesome XD

[@defmedia85]

really well done and entertaining review!

[@bretthicksomega]

The Music in this game is beautiful, why would you ever want to cover it up?

[@fusionDX]

First positive review of this game i've seen. I still wanna play it.

[@Quadraxis14]

Does anybody know the tune he plays during the subwoofer robot fight? I really want to find it but I have no idea where it comes from. Help is much appreciated!

[@picknick21]

Sweet review!

[@jzwadlo]

great review!

[@Quakmaor]

I love these reviews.

[@perzi4]

your an excellent reviewer man im glad i subbed

[@KidFrom106]

Thanks for the review can't wait to get my hands on this game.

[@chiggeredgaming5976]

What music is playing during the "boom box robot" fight. i know that isnt in the game.

[@vasterasfinest]

I love when I run out from the "tunnels" at the beach in Seafront and the brightness of the sunlight makes my eyes hurt. Feels so real somehow. I love this game, the story and all the characters.

[@GamerSi]

just got this today, looking forward to playing it

[@tokyodriftingeverywhere]

Usually I only watch video reviews of games I'm interested in. The only exception for this is CGR, because I know no matter what game the review will be both entertaining and very informative. Now after watching this I really do want to check the game out, so I probably would have missed out on a good game without this review to change my mind. Thanks CGR!

[@Michformer]

One of the few JRPGs that have a story that I actually love. The voice-acting in this game is friggin' amazing too for an English dub. Suck on that, other JRPGs who cosntantly rely on whiny teenagers!

[@ultramegax]

Great review, as always! I really wanna pick this up now! I just wish I had the time these days... too many games go unfinished because there's just too much going on in life.

[@recbleonscottkennedy]

Amazing review at a time when nier wasn't the popular thing it is now. WIth that being said, Nier and Automata finally was the game that beat the Metal Gear Solid series for me when it comes to music, and imo has the best video game OST of all time lol. With that being said, everything else you said is on point!

[@chewy8126]

Gotta love this reviewer. It's because of him that I bought games like Earth Defense Force 2017 and Wolfenstein (there are more; those are just two off the top of my head); I have absolutely no regrets about those purchases. Keep it up! :D

[@ryan_drums]

The soundtrack and story in Nier is up there with the best of Final Fantasy, Xenogears, and Chrono Trigger (the usually named greatest RPGs of all time). One of my very favorite games, a slightly flawed masterpiece that is much more than the sum of its' parts.

[@Dukefazon]

I just completed Nier. And I think it's one of the best games I've ever played. So moving and emotional, well written, understandable thou has some plot twists. I love this game!

[@lelouchvibritannialeaderof1357]

Such an amazing game, cant remember where I got stuck or where I stopped but it was at least 15-20 hours in. Great memories.

[@trilfy]

One of the most underrated games ever. COD kids just don't appreciate amazing games like these.

[@Dwachak]

Now this is the review of Nier I have been looking for. All others I have read or seen have been very undicided, even confused, but you seem to get the game the way it is suppose to be seen.. now I can put it on my to do list without any worries :)

[@RebornGalaxy]

This is one of my favourite game ever, the music is superb...

[@Reigam4]

can someone please tell me which song mark used at the boombox robot? ^^

[@7force]

The major turning point in the game for me was Emil's very haunted mansion. At which point, the story took me by the throat, and it only got better after that. My favorite boss fight is still the aforementioned 'boom box' guy from the desert temple, in all of his forms. That fight alone was an amazing mix of Dodonpachi, Rez, and Legend of Zelda. "The Ultimate Weapon" is still my favorite vidya track of all time, and probably always will be. (a close 2nd favorite is "Song of the Ancients / Fate")

[@Miyapoop]

Whoah, this review man! I'm so hyped to dust off my old PS3 right about now.

[@Astawroth]

My god. A review with hardly any negative comments. Nier is being considered.

[@Arizat0]

Cool, you're the first reviewer to like this game this much!

[@neilomac]

I half expected the book to shout 'YOU ARE NOT PREPARED!'

[@Relytia]

I bought this game last night because of this review. It's amazing to see the difference in user score and the "professional" press score for this game. Everyone who doesn't work for the gaming press and therefore isn't in the pockets of companies like Activision who pay them to rate every Call of Duty game a 11/10, they all love this game. I think I will too.

[@TheDeatharcana]

dude i would really appreciate if you could tell me the name of the song you played while fighting against the boom box monster XD

[@MAXTHUNDER99]

@SycrosD4 He only mentioned that the music needed more variety.

[@TheSomberGamer]

I miss what this channel used to be

[@majema007]

What's the music in the first five seconds of the video?

[@MAXTHUNDER99]

You can change the music out for your own with the PS3 version as well.

[@McPhale]

@Cattra65 Well, I never meant to imply that. I think that since so many people do judge games based solely on graphics, maybe you thought that that's what I was doing. I wasn't. I was simply pointing out that the graphics aren't as good as they potentially could have been. I will admit that youtube's compression certainly doesn't help in the graphics department; however you can generally tell when a game has dazzling graphics or not-so-dazzling, the latter being the case with Nier.

[@TrueBlueGamer]

lolol, that comment u made at 02:25 was 1 of the best lines i ever hear, lol i really like the "la-la-la" stuff. XD

[@VanArtic]

it's good to see Square doing something different once in a while

[@mot656]

this is why i watch CGR. i learn about games i usually would never take any notice of rather than hearing about how great the really well known games are some more.

[@7force]

Feels of the year, all years.

[@DocFunky]

Man, I can't wait to get my hands on this one. Like some others, this is the first positive review I've seen...but even the negative reviews make me want to get it. This and Resonance of Fate are next on my list.

[@nightmathzombieethan]

Right on mark! I never pictured you as a Ministry listener...

[@JohnnyLeyenda]

I've been looking for NIER for a year now and I can't find it in the stores around here. Sadly importing it would be too expensive as well.

[@JonnyLikesGames87]

You are the first reviewer I've seen that didn't care for the soundtrack. I'm a bit surprised, actually. I thought is was wonderful. The cool crescendos, percussion, and the choir made this soundtrack stand out, in my opinion. This is easily one of my most favorite soundtracks.

[@ChadKenova]

And looking for a used copy of folklore, anyone played it hows the game ive read some reviews but i like to get peoples option. Sealed copies for it are starting to go up in price also

[@Riouken]

@RyanMcRyan Agreed. The soundtrack is fantastic!

[@etfoshizzle]

whats the intro song at the very beginning of the video?

[@chrichtonsworld1]

@AnimeXeta Some special items don't respawn. You need them to make ultimate weapons. And having at least one will make life in Nier easier. Combined with magic it is a lot of fun. Like I said before it takes a little while to get into the game.But when you do you will be rewarded for your patience.

[@hunterscott2398]

THE MUSIC IN THIS GAME IS ONE OF THE BEST SOUNDTRACKS I HAVE EVER HEARD.

[@clawofthefallen]

I'm right there with you! This game evolved from the special "wtf" hidden ending when you get all weapons. I noticed some weapons from Drakengard even show up in this game! This is a total underground gem that breaks several taboos. Amazing!

[@rpglover101]

How do you guys feel about the character thing? Squeenix decided to make 2 different characters, a more masculine one for the West, and a more classic "girly" protagonist for the Japanese version.

[@mariosergio2112]

One of the great things about thia game is the soundtrack. Is very beautiful.

[@Zombiciidal]

Nier and Dark Souls did that for me this year. Very happy to have played them both (:

[@NotOrdinaryInGames]

Oh, I DO want to play it.

[@Voliko1]

I do want to pick this up!

[@chrichtonsworld1]

@wendysnailland I will. But have so many other games to finish first. Currently playing Castlevania Lords of Shadow. And really loving it

[@FinalFantasyPersonnn]

I watched gamespots's review, and they gave it the lowest rating. Then i watched CGR's review, and once the video was over i went to ebgames and picked it up. I'm loving every second of it.

[@hideokojima5563]

PS3 version actually support custom soundtrack (press PS button and play your mp3)

[@ChadKenova]

Was looking on amazon last night for ps3 games that a missed playing or had no clue about. Neir was one of those games, i had never seen anything on this game and man sealed copies for ps3 are going for up to 100 or more in some cases. Xbox version seems to go for cheaper, just found a used copy for 15 last night and ordered it. Hope its fun its looks like something i would like.

[@SWRadioConcepts]

After watching this review I bought the game a few years ago. I probably put a good 50 hours + into it back then and didn't do all the missions. I'm going to delete my old save and play this again. It's an absolutely fantastic game, one of the best gaming experiences in my opinion. Buy it!

[@attackofthecopyrightbots]

why delete the save when you beat the game for an ending it does that anyway

[@attackofthecopyrightbots]

i blame final fantasy might AS well get the trophy then delete

[@wendysnailland]

I remember Mark saying he is an audiophile and although the songs DO get repetitive (especially the one in the open plains) they're so damn good! Best ones are the the vocal songs though.

[@chrichtonsworld1]

@wendysnailland That is why I always try to get a hold of the OST after playing a game or movie I love when possible. It is a good aid,at least for me. If I were to work in a gamestore I don't think I could resist the temptation of not playing the latest games. How do you manage?

[@DragONheart27X]

Can you use the Gestalt costume DLC on the main game?

[@YazzieBean]

Looks good i think ill check this out sometime.

[@kflydub]

Dude... I almost lost it. Seriously teared up.

[@shaolinsword]

@crazymiles I've played them all, which one you referring to?

[@xbrian1992x]

The music is amazing in this game

[@benimo6]

Might pick this game up sometime...

[@SceptileDude254]

Please do~ it's inexpensive and well worth the $8 I paid at GameStop for, plus the $7 for the extension DLC. The best $15 I ever spent on a game.

[@majira-dy5im]

Gen F. It's like 30 dollars now...

[@azz578]

@colpro73 I agree - laying into JRPGs has almost become sport in the West now.

[@AnEdibleCokeCan]

They did, on the PS2 with 'Drakengard' and its sequel, two of the most compelling story-driven games I've ever played that were victim of bad reviews despite being two of my favorite games of the PS2's era.

[@chrichtonsworld1]

@AnimeXeta 2 hours is not enough to get into the game. But soon after you encounter your first boss it will get interesting. There is a save spot (mailbox) before each location. And like all the games in this genre you should make good use of it. There is a normal attack and special attack. Which could be seen as light and heavy.But the effectiveness of those attacks depend on the weapon you carry.And for that you need special items you will find during your quest.

[@trinitaterion]

Got like 1000 soundtracks of videogames and this is one of the best!!!!

[@7force]

He's also War from Darksiders, Gaara from Bleach, Orlando from Catherine, Asura from Asura's Wrath, and a fuckton more. Liam O'Brien is an amazing person.

[@cozunon]

I liked the soundtrack, Just started playing the game and love it, I couldn't put it down super AWESOME

[@Sativasoldier666v2]

@TheHunterNM I dont know if you have found out yet, but it IS KIND of open world. what can i say.. its open world when you are not doing any quests in the sense that you can visit different locations that you were earlier. its more of a story driven game though so you don`t really care about the "open world" element of NIER all that much. its worth picking up if you want a solid and original story.

[@roningarrison]

The music in this game is great and I remember the trailers made it look interesting but I'll probably pick it up when it's really cheap.

[@onimotoko]

The music was very good in my opinion. Very original. Yes, it could use more variety, but the tracks are so good, I tended not to care. My only complaint in this game was the hack n' slash style swordplay. The magic makes up for that though.

[@bigt4135]

I can’t wait for the remake

[@PhoenixxxHailx]

this game is so underated , i love it to death, one of my favorites of ALL time , not kidding, also this game has an awesome soundtrack

[@dragonballmarcus]

Finally someone who shares the same view of Nier as me!