COMPOSER reacts 😲 to JOURNEY OST Apotheosis

[@awintory]

Wow just discovered this; I'm honored!!!

[@AtlasBenighted]

The honor is ours for having a talent like yourself in the industry mate! Thanks for the comment! 👍

[@eatshitlarrypage.3319]

Without your music, this game is beautiful. With your music, this game is transcendent. Thank you.

[@sawyerweathers8713]

Oh my God sir, please say something to me 😭 I’m a huge fan, please 🙏🏻

[@WhatInTheDeepestShadeOfFeck]

If you're the guy that composed this piece, it is us that are honoured ❤

[@Koronel79]

Journey is the closest thing to a religious experience in a game.

[@cloudpandarism2627]

i felt redemption for the first time in my life while playing it. your description fits so perfect. if this is what heaven looks like i am not afraid to die anymore

[@Ephemerom]

So true!!!!! ❤

[@youtubewanderer3347]

Journey is one of those games that on paper they don't seem like anything special, but 3nd up being a unique experience. You just can't appreciate this game until you play it yourself blind

[@warriorofsunlight1]

The visuals at this point in the game combined with the music literally brought me to tears the first time I played through Journey. It's weird how a game that doesn't have any vocalized storytelling can evoke so much emotion. Even listening to it again now, it makes me a little emotional. I can still remember the unknown companion I had throughout my entire first playthrough, and I think part of that emotion/sadness comes from knowing that I would never see them or play with them again.

[@symbuhh7651]

It’s about the Journey, and the friends or in this case “Friend” made along the way.

[@axeldewater9491]

I just finished the game. I'm crying.

[@Mandraxon1]

Ah, this one's my request! I'm glad you enjoyed it ATLAS; it's worth mentioning that this is the first track in the game that uses the full orchestra, and it takes place at the end of your journey (no pun intended). I think it's also worthwhile checking out how Apotheosis syncs so well with the final ascent in the game, either by playing through the game or just looking up footage. Thanks for doing my request, looking forward to your future requests!

[@AtlasBenighted]

Awesome!

[@SkarrGaming]

I was going to say this myself. It's impossilble to listen to this track without playing that ending scene in your head. The two just go together so well. You should totally just play through Journey, it's a very short game that you can play through in just one sitting.

[@hildibrandmanderville5033]

Time for i was born for this now

[@ZachieChan7]

@@hildibrandmanderville5033 Yes. I was just thinking about that... lol. I liked that one slightly more than Apotheosis. It's like the icing on this desert-cake for me. Apotheosis is just all the hard work of making that cake. ima nerd if you cant tell

[@ZachieChan7]

@@SkarrGaming yes... BUT it was kind of a good idea for Atlas to listen to it blind, so he could draw his conclusions from the music on its own. But yeah now that thats over, he needs to play it. no excuse

[@mjtechnoviking44]

“UUHWOOOOOAAAAAHHHH” Yeah that’s basically the reaction to the ending there.

[@paulmccluskey3466]

This track gets me every time. The first time I played this game and the music kicked in was honestly magical. Top tier moment in gaming for me

[@cloudpandarism2627]

i never knew about this game for over 8 years. finally played it blind without know ANYTHING about it or seen it before. was a mistake. hit me like a skyscraper in the face. i sobbed like a schoolgirl towards the end and felt redemption for the first time in my life. what a life changing experience... words are not enough to describe all this. it is one of those rare games which makes you realize your life will never be the same and it can never be unheard anymore. if this is what heaven looks like i am not scared to die anymore. cheers from china - 41 old male here°

[@vagabundorkchaosmagick-use2898]

42 old male here from Mexico. I played this game in 2020 and it made me feel a lot of things. The area with the shiny golden sands, where you slide from right to left in a side view sequence, that was the first and the strongest punch, so to say. The music and the color were like a revelation or epiphany. The ending, when this one song plays, was overwhelming, I felt I couldn't hold tears any longer. I finished the game, read the names of the people I met during muy journey, and cried.

[@cloudpandarism2627]

@@vagabundorkchaosmagick-use2898 you are not alone mate 🙌 yes i remember the side scene with golden light. pure magic.

[@Whimsy3692]

I don't know if one can fully appreciate Journey's soundtrack without actually playing the game, and knowing the significance of this track.

[@sertaki]

Taken as a whole, Journey has one of the best soundtracks in all of gaming. And not just as a stand-alone piece, it simply is incredible at how it enhances and becomes one with the gaming experience. I think I would compare the effect to that of Dune's soundtrack (2021). Utterly seamless and breathtaking.

[@Mark_o_Helm]

Every Journey fan remembers this section of the game. I always ride the whales through the last gate. Best game ever. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@roycelang1977]

I played this game when I was 5 or 6. It was one of my first games ever and the nostalgia in this video hits like a truck. Will never forget it

[@dq8reslime227]

Oh God, this game has an amazing and emotional ost!

[@profilore]

god i can just see the gorgeous scenery from the ending in my mind every time i hear this. Journey is really really special that way. Impossible to forget.

[@rootyful]

Journey is a fantastic game and I recommend everyone give it a try. It's a fairly short, but incredible and unforgettable experience. What this soundtrack does not show is how each of the sound cues (e.g. the bells in this track) match perfectly with what is happening in the game. What's also missing is the context of the song. What part of the game and music came before this song, and the utter release and freedom you feel when that song comes on. The soundtrack adds so much emotion to the game, but you need to experience it in the context of the game.

[@Mandraxon1]

You've basically said everything that I would say, the game's attention to detail and sound design are phenomenal. Journey's one of the few games I can point to and say that it changed my life in a meaningful way, and while I can't claim everyone else who plays it would feel the same as I do, I can at least say that it is an experience that everyone should try. It's that good.

[@nurgleschosen8145]

It was such an unforgettable video game. I'm playing it again. I'd buy it again even. Such a beautiful and relaxing experience

[@musicaddict5076]

If you played Journey and didn’t cry at this point in the game you are in a huge minority. So incredible. Favorite game and soundtrack together. That game moved me and sticks with me like no other I’ve ever played.

[@MadeOfMilk]

I get chills every time with this OST. The entire sound track is amazing.

[@Osamede93]

The First Video Game Soundtrack To be nominated for a Grammy - lost To Hans Zimmer 😁

[@fantomeduchateaux8136]

Journey is Art 🥰

[@KotoRyu]

I fully endorse playing this game, you can probably beat it in like maybe two, two and a half hours.

[@AdvocatusDiaboliFin]

Had tears in my eyes when going up the mountain while this was playing.

[@naisaShip]

the tears I have shed in this game bro. Abzu is another game like this except you're diving.

[@AtlasBenighted]

Abzu is incredible!

[@matthiasransheim7738]

Amazing games and so beautiful

[@seagk1343]

Journey has one of the most powerful soundtracks of any video game I have heard, further accentuated as the game’s sole form of communication is body language with your sprite and little chiming noises. A true masterpiece

[@Bane_Amesta]

Damn, this game's music never fails to bring the mood for some tears

[@theghostoftheuchiha1999]

Apotheosis: The transcendence of a Mortal into a God. “To become God is the loneliest achievement of all.” I think that the music perfectly enhances what the quote means and symbolizes what Apotheosis really means.

[@ahmed101th]

This has always been one of my favorite soundtracks

[@elenastrum9160]

I’m glad to see you reacting this ost! It’s one of my favourites, and is very well connected with the game, as you said. It’s an experience in itself. Highly recommended ^^

[@specialnewb9821]

Journey itself seems to be a retelling of the life cycle according to Buddhism. The album was nominated for a Grammy iirc.

[@tyrrantx6760]

Yes! Journey has such a unique style, almost transcendental and uplifting! Please react more. This reaction was amazing!

[@sebastienduran2784]

I would love to see you play this game, it's pretty short too

[@TheSchokodragon]

Aaaah I left a comment about Apotheosis too, so glad you made a video about it! Journey is such a special game with such a special soundtrack, Apotheosis is one of my favorite songs of all time. It plays after you lost your fight against the forces of nature, but the spirits of your ancestors give you a second chance. (spoilers!:) Using it, you reach your goal of ascending a mountain where you don't reach godhood per se - you get reborn! You slowly march towards and into a bright light while that final piece of Apotheosis plays, indeed a solo! Either Tina Guo on the cello or Rodney Wirtz on the viola :) I hope you can play it one day, hearing the track in-game (it's dynamic, certain progress triggers certain parts of the song!) is an incredibly emotional experience!

[@mmmJamSandwich]

fucking love journey, good ass game

[@gaelow]

Yes!, ATLAS reacting to one of My favorite Soundtracks🥺

[@WhatInTheDeepestShadeOfFeck]

I hope you played this wonderful game after this to see how well they used this beautiful music

[@LunaBianca1805]

I had never played the game, but I love its score - Apotheosis is among my favourite tracks in it 🥰

[@cloudpandarism2627]

then i ask you to play it NOW! will change your life.

[@liam2367]

SO GOOOOD

[@themightyjagrafess8596]

You know it’s a good one when the clip at the start sounds like a dark souls character getting hit

[@avendani7642]

I want to say 2 things: 1) I love this game, it has a great OST 2) I just realize the Meshuggah album on the background, nice xdd

[@FatBestialSwan]

I highly recommend you go through a run of this game. Its very short but man is it incredibly impactful.

[@iamdino0]

thank you for reminding me of this game

[@SubTonic]

This song is up there with Shadow of the Colossus's Those Who Remain for me.

[@trythis2006]

beautiful relaxing game

[@polorprewayx]

There is now 10y anniversary version out. Can you please rereview

[@theamorphousflatsch2699]

Nice, I love it!

[@Antis14CZ]

Yay, I was one of the people recommending Journey OST in the past! This fills me with joy. A lot of the OST is more ambient and thus perhaps not that great as a video material, but "Nascent" and "Road of Trials" are two that would be worth it.

[@Unknown_crusader]

What a beautiful soundtrack! One soundtrack I wholeheartedly recommend is The Last Guardian, it's gorgeous.

[@dillasoul2228]

I wasn't interested in playing this game when I saw the release trailer, but this track has my attention in trying it out

[@AR-bj5et]

Day 36 of requesting House of Sacred Remains from Castlevania: Lament of Innocence. Beautifully atmospheric track and one of my fave's from video games in general. It'd be awesome to hear what you think of it. It's the theme of a level set starting from a cathedral and ending in the crypts through lots of library areas, it's not a particularly significant or infamous level at all but I think the track really reflects the hallowed grounds housing sacred relics beautifully. The 4 minute upload from the Castlevania Sound Team is the one to listen to.

[@jollyexotic]

I like when you demonstrate stuff on your guitar. It helps me understand better

[@snusmafian]

Good reaction! Journey is one of my favorite games ever and i love the ost! If you want to rock out for a bit to get your blood pumping with adrenaline i'd recommend something from the semi-realistic cart racer Jak X. "rev-up" "steel" and "hybrid" are all worth checking out but my recommendation would be "ancient" as it really makes you feel like you're in a life and death situation, it shifts between pure chaos and the zen you feel when in the zone driving hundreds of miles pr hour. Might be a bit generic but i promise you a good time ;)

[@pedromoutadepinho7145]

A man of culture,i see...

[@AsishRasaily]

Can you react to Tokyo Conception from SMT 3 or Tokyo from SMT4. They are very different to one another but I couldn't decide on which one.

[@samsungsmartfridge1906]

I'm still waiting for the day he reacts to Ashes on the fire from Attack on titan

[@samuelfoster7790]

I hope you play the game cause it is beautiful

[@Hide1440]

Please react to シンシャ (Shinsha/Cinnabar) by Yoshiaki Fujisawa It's a beautiful OST from Houseki no Kuni / Land of the Lustrous anime. It's in my Top 3 OST's of all time. I definitely recommend it.

[@עידומחלוף-ר4ח]

Honestly? Not what i expected from this OST. I knew it was good, but i thought this was more of a quiet Ost, but color me impressed. I like quiet tracks, but not boring ones. It. With all the instruments and the progression of the song... marvelous, just marvelous. Not what i would like to see a reaction of, but nevertheless, this was a great request and a great song.

[@jaster0243]

Mr. Atlas, I would really much like to hear your “Signora Boss Fight Theme” from Genshin Impact.

[@biotoxin6280]

I second this

[@jesusfilosofo6385]

i vivid remember every time i played this game when i was a kid, so good, it is so short but memorable, one of the best of his kind

[@--isaac]

Please react to Ori ost!!

[@hino000]

Journey 💕 Austin Wintory if listen to the vinyl the orchestra it sounds so good also in general jenova/ tgc games 💕

[@AtlasBenighted]

Austin is mad good!

[@anonhikkastiy]

oh god, i don't have enough words to express how much this game and it's soundtrack means to me. and i have a humble request... please check out "the last guardian" soundtrack if you want to. I don't really see anyone coming back to this game anymore and it's sad

[@anonhikkastiy]

i think the ones that got me the most were "finale 2 - escape" and "flashback", they're so so beautiful.

[@remnem]

what about cowboy beepop intro?

[@madqueen_2262]

Just consider how many good games you miss not having a PS4!!! I prefer the Flower, but I like also Journey. The OSTs of these games are great indeed! Thank you for your reaction/breakdown!!!

[@sertaki]

Flower and Journey have both been released on PC :)

[@madqueen_2262]

@@sertaki Oh, I didn't know that!

[@LookAtThisClown.]

Do you think you could do one of Detroit become human, Kara theme?

[@Blackhart-7]

If you love Journey's soundtrack i guarantee you will adore Abzu OST as well.

[@AtlasBenighted]

I played ABZU, and the music is tier S

[@Blackhart-7]

@@AtlasBenighted Seriously? That's a surprise, but a welcome one \o/

[@nimochkanim7826]

This game about life cycle from birth to senility, from death to heaven and birth again. It traced in many signs in locations and gameplay features. I cant play this game after i understood this. Its our story, story of life.

[@lorenzocosta2420]

Please do gehrman theme🙏🏻

[@gottfried-o8k]

Do you react to other music outside of game soundtracks? If so I have one to request

[@AtlasBenighted]

Only Anime

[@richie487822]

You should do mikasa vs warhammer titan ost from attack on titan.

[@JustCauseFan]

Please react to Mass Effect - Suicide Mission :)

[@ardakaya4771]

commenting a new anime soundtrack every video, day 13 today's soundtrack: goblin slayer main theme

[@almanalex9636]

Hi, can you please react to the NEW JoJos Bizzare adventure opening.

[@DanteSouzaDementor]

Naruto songs