Cult of the Lamb Is Bloody and Brilliant Review | "Buy, Wait for Sale, Never Touch?"

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[@leedsin3043]

Cute graphics, rougelike, base management, dark humor, eldritch abominations is an automatic buy for me

[@TheHeartThatRunsCold]

Sometimes you look at a game, that's just jawdroppingly beautiful and think "yeah this is a immediate buy". This art direction must've been such a massive undertaking.

[@FullMetalB]

I mean...its nice and cutesy and all but...."jawdroppingly beautiful"?? Come on now.

[@hereticalhobby]

This is the third or fourth game they've done in this style

[@Finster9511]

That was me with Hades. This is the exact same feeling.

[@TheHeartThatRunsCold]

@@FullMetalB That's the thing about opinions man.

[@allanredhill8682]

@@FullMetalB just because an art style is cutesy or simplified doesnt mean its easy to create or not impressive. You might not jell with it but those visuals are definitely quite stunning, especially the enviroments. There are a lot of decisions and touches involved in making smt like this that people that arent into art just straight up wont get

[@jayryan4403]

I only found out about this two weeks ago. My wife who is not a gamer said "YOU HAVE TO BUY THIS SO I CAN WATCH", so I preordered. SO glad to hear its this good. Waiting til tonight to play so she can watch

[@RiverBoyBeats]

Hey man I’m stoked you’re digging the music. Appreciate the props🙏🐑

[@dudewhy6953]

This was a stealth release for me. Roommate showed me the trailer, I laughed my ass off (for good reasons, the trailer was awesome), then it came out and I only realized because I saw someone playing it. Definitely getting this!

[@malobuchino]

I got this game over the weekend and now I am ... 16 hrs into it. What an addictive gameplay!

[@abdullaqeblawi613]

How are you not at millions of subs? Been a subscriber for ages. Keep it up bro. Cant imagine gaming without your thoughts!

[@themarkandrus]

Your comment about the game needing imbalance is great and something I've been thinking about a lot. Rogue-lites specifically, I think, benefit from being a bit more unpredictable.

[@donut9301]

I agree. A lot of the excitement of rouges come from those runs where you get those couple of OP items and everything comes together

[@magusollarud]

Bugs killed this game for me on PS5. Doing a full dungeon run just for the final fight to bug out is really ruinous. It's a huge shame, the game was great otherwise.

[@sungleong]

indie games tend to be more buggy for the consoles

[@SkillGame]

This wasn't even on my radar but I'm definitely grabbing a copy now. Can always count on ACG to help me find indie gems!

[@LEWfromdaHOU]

Yep

[@TheTraveler980]

I got strong "Happy Tree Friends" vibes from this game.

[@machomeech]

Recently you've stopped mentioning the price of games you're reviewing. I think that plays a huge role into a rating. Cult looks great but if you told me it's $69.99 vs $19.99, that would significantly play into whether someone wants the game or not.

[@ivanleon6164]

that is where your opinion enters to the review, he is right.

[@kellswiss]

I agree, I like the reviews but the price has to be mentioned more. I want to have total awareness of what every game has to offer before I buy it, considering I don’t plan to buy many games in a given year.

[@aarongutierrez7705]

Great point! Especially since it is not only a review, but also a guide if something is worth a purchase, and if price isn’t mentioned what is the point of the buy, wait for sale gimmick?

[@ivanleon6164]

@@kellswiss prize can vary very fast, this video will stay for long time and that info will be deprecated. you can visit the store to see the prize anytime.

[@kellswiss]

@@ivanleon6164 True. I’m not making a huge complaint here, but it is slightly annoying to not be told how much the price is in a guide centered around whether you should buy it or not.

[@ronniewhitedx]

The frame dips are crazy in this game.

[@GoodTalkHQ]

you are always pure quality when it comes to reviews... great work again and I wish I knew how to get my audio to sound as smooth as yours haha

[@moosepotato4116]

The demo was great. Really, really looking forward to this one!

[@j.j.9511]

Love how these companies can never manage to release a demo for every console. It's always PC, sometimes switch but almost never Xbox as well as PS. Like what you hiding?!!

[@crewd00d]

@@j.j.9511 calm down, friend. It's just a lot easier for them to release demos on the Steam marketplace than it is to arrange that with Xbox and PlayStation. The fact that they have a free, working demo anywhere should be an indication that they aren't hiding anything, since most games do not have free demos on any platform.

[@AnotherAyushRaj]

@@j.j.9511 Blame Sony and Microsoft, not the devs

[@pvtpain66k]

Played the demo during the Summer sale & have been looking forward to this since. Glad to hear it's good.

[@Monumentum616]

On the long, long list it goes. Great review as per usual.

[@JackyOLantern1321]

Maybe you should try games at the end of list as well lol

[@Monumentum616]

@@JackyOLantern1321 That's unfair to the ones who got in the queue first 😁

[@JackyOLantern1321]

@@Monumentum616 yes, but when you have games that go back as far as 1980s, there's nothing else you can do 😁

[@Monumentum616]

@@JackyOLantern1321 😄

[@TheMonkeyBloke]

Push it to the top of the list, trust me. I haven't gotten "hooked" on any Rogue like/lites yet (going to go back to Hades soon), but this one has me! Such a user friendly package with a *lot* of depth.

[@rjreeder64]

I been playing since the demo and love this game. Practically any game with devolved attached is an immediate buy for me

[@dquinnster47]

I started playing video games professionally back in 1986, worked in the industry for over a decade, never stopped playing, never stopped reading reviews... my man, you are the best reviewer I have seen in my life time. And of all your reviews, this was your best one yet. This game is phenomenal. Keep up the great work. I look forward to seeing you hit a million subscribers. You deserve it.

[@biggleazy]

Alerts/notifications have been working for me, Karak. Actually one of the few folks I get them for, so guess I got my settings right for at least one channel.

[@Prof856]

I am 8 hours in and really love it. A unique game is so many aspects while adapting a lot of great things into its own. Fantastic.

[@Malemelooo]

I already pre-ordered because I find it cool and gorgeous. I hope the levels get more challenging and that after the main story you can go on and on as if it was like every other roguelike (+ going forward with the sim aspect). Anyway, can't wait to play it!

[@jonr7364]

Wish he explained literally any of this but oh well, imma check out a few other reviews. You’d think this review would’ve been more in depth given that he says he put 60 hours into it

[@jonr7364]

@@Gastoly yongyea actually put out a really good review of this game that goes into endgame specifically you should check it out

[@gk9535]

This is a chill out and rest game for people who love murder and dungeon crawling lmaooo this is a brilliant game honestly I wish they make a cult of the lamb 2

[@lurtz8656]

Sifu and Elden Ring have been my games of the year so far, this might have to be added to that list

[@jameshoyland8126]

Only played an hour so far, but I’ve certainly been converted!

[@whiskslim237]

"which would be a huge deal in the boxing world" 💀💀💀. Just made my whole day.

[@robertjarrell9754]

Ooh, forgot about this one coming out so soon! Between XC3, the new Sunbreak update, this, and maybe Two Point Campus, this has been the biggest month since Elden Ring for me.

[@dmoon7]

So Cult of the Lamb went on sale on Xbox and I wasn't sure if it was worth the money. First thing I do, look up your review to see what you had to say. I now own a copy thanks to your honest reviews. Whenever I am on the fence about buying a game I go looking for your review. Thanks for saving me a TON of money!

[@heimirsindri21]

Ive been waiting for this game for so long now tomorrow cant come soon enough!

[@Largentina.]

How have you been waiting "so long" if it was announced less than a year ago,?

[@togikisses]

Honestly the music slaps

[@abnormallynormal8823]

“And published by Devolver Digital” Dude, say no more. It’s gonna be lit

[@SamShowOnline]

This is highly anticipated by me and my girlfriend. I love when developers go with styles like this and give it a fun angle.

[@davidreiss9110]

I've been missing a dope roguelike since Hades. Played the demo. Itched scratched. Pre-ordered this one. As always, thank you for the best reviews on YT, Karak.

[@VincentRKO]

This is way better than the IGN review and they also praised it.

[@AintPopular]

Giving it a try. Lots of positive reviews

[@matttipton6009]

Damn! Your show is always great and is as informative as much as it’s entertaining, but I’m extra appreciative when you help me stumble on something I never heard of!

[@pickle7769]

Holy… Binding of Isaac with a Valhalla style village hub? Count me in dude. This looks dope

[@bakednotfried1184]

I thought the short was the only review. Glad there's a 16 minute deep dive

[@Largentina.]

That was an impressions video. This is the review. You can tell because it says so in the titles of his videos.

[@bakednotfried1184]

@@Largentina. yeah I've been watching this channel for a minute. Long review didn't show up in my feed or maybe I missed it. Anyway looking forward to this game!

[@coycadaver]

I was really hoping for crazy rogue builds and a fun end game like Isaac.

[@MissBubbles]

Two reviews in one day? Let's go!🥳

[@ididnothither]

Devolver Digital has always published bangers

[@AnotherAyushRaj]

A Roguelite with a narrative? Thats what got me into Hades. Maybe this will work for me

[@RegularHobo]

Just bought this cause enter the gungeon is my favorite next to binding of Isaac! Only played about an hour so far but it’s amazing!! Very addicting!they even have a roadmap for free content

[@kinnotagolino2825]

This channel is so consistent!

[@cymonin5549]

Love the game, tho i feel like both aspect of the game (cult/resource management, & roguelite) could do with more unpredictability & depth. Love the base for this game, and the artstyle, aesthetic, and music just is my jam. Love it.

[@chickenator84]

Well, thanks for adding even more to my backlog. I still have games ACG recommended about a decade ago that I haven't finished...

[@darkstrider13]

What driver are you using? I ask because Nvidia just came out with a mew one yesterday

[@dergrizzlyreaper]

I have encountered several bugs on PS5 and one very annoying one where my floor tiles will not save properly and everytime I leave the cult and return the tiles are reverted back to my old layouts, its very annoying . but I am loving the game despite its bugs, ive also encountered some soft locks and glitchy enemies going invisible but still able to hit me.

[@r.e.z9428]

Ah, so they added Happy Tree Friends to the Animal Crossing x Doom formula.

[@Cosmosis]

I fell in love with the aesthetic of this game instantly. It was brilliant when the gameplay held up to those expectations

[@Merco81]

It's been a long time since I saw a game breakdown which immediately made me want to buy a game with very little if any prior knowledge beforehand. Thanks for the video. I just preordered on Steam, hopefully it'll be a game that translates well to Steam Deck.

[@juttknew]

your reviews are 10/10. thank you!

[@slickrickard]

Great review, imma have to pick this one up now. Cheers.

[@TiagrajI]

I'm getting it. This looks so stunning. Thank you Karak

[@LuciferHunter-kt7pm]

I’ve been waiting for this review!!

[@Dr.Akakia]

Getting “Nobody saves the world” vibes …already pre-ordered

[@trollingisasport]

I loved Nobody Saves the World

[@mateusmc123]

I'll play it for sure. Thanks for the video review as always

[@unlyricallyrics4152]

I bought this game 4 days ago expecting to play it every now and then and eventually beat it.. It took over my life like the one who waits took over the lamb. I got addicted. I already got the plat and it took me 23 hours. Would’ve done it sooner but work. I definitely recommend this game. Only thing is it is still pretty buggy even on ps5. Nothing game breaking but still annoying to have to restart game every so often.

[@alexbiersner3350]

I've been on the fence on this one since I heard of it releasing last year. I love the roguelike gameplay it has to offer, but I'm not really into base controlling/Animal Crossing-like stuff. But who knows, maybe some day I'll give it a shot

[@jellyfishbish]

This game looks great, but also your review was amazing and definitely made me even more interested in the game. Thanks for sharing!

[@Shad0wmoses]

did you end up getting it?

[@christophermarshall9079]

Another grand review, keep it up lad

[@bones8326]

Thanks for the tip on the Nvidia driver!

[@Tepidtamales]

I agreed with everything aside from the game length. I'm 13 hours in with nearly everything unlocked. I'm not really sure how you can stretch this out past the 25 hour mark.

[@Senayoshy]

Yep seems about right. I think at most 20 hours

[@durrellbennett947]

I think he said that for the last 60 hours, his favorite moments have been spent playing CotL. I don't think he said he's played it for 60 hours.

[@cnav9758]

It's kinda sad the majority of people don't see how satanic this is and blatantly mocks the Bible. We are definitely in the end of days when Satan ain't even hiding anymore

[@hyperbolic-time-chamber-strand]

Lol it's a game, cope.

[@cnav9758]

@@hyperbolic-time-chamber-strand When you get older and realize Satan and God are real you see the spiritual warfare all around you. You may see it as just a video game but Satan sees it as weapon to deceive you and children are impressionable which makes them easy targets

[@sturenorth]

I allways wanted to start a cult, this is the perfect moment

[@bepkororoti8019]

Play Cultist Simulator, thank me later 🙂

[@armyofninjas9055]

I started mine in the 80's

[@KaroruruYT]

"you woke up hating vowels and he had too many in his name" yep. sounds like me.

[@mastermeow1582]

I like this game but I want them to add more to it I feel like it’s just breezing the surface of what it could become

[@TheMonkeyBloke]

Would be 100% worth an expansion & New Game +

[@Lmauoo90]

Let's go! One of my most anticipated games this year!

[@rh4709]

Not enough replayability for a purchase, will wait for a 50% sale

[@D0Twav]

I know hades is still around but this definitely scratched that itch for the rougelite genre. The bonus was the eldritch lord and the base management. I picked this up for my Xbox and to take with me on my switch

[@latristessdurera8763]

Can’t wait! What console formate is everyone thinking? I’m undecided between PS5 or Switch….

[@ares395]

Game looks great but a bit complex, hope it won't overwhelm me too with too much too fast.

[@lippy_8392]

This looks amazing. Gets better every time I see it.

[@bigt4135]

I will buy the physical switch version

[@teenermeener971]

When is the hard copy coming out?

[@Schpoo]

Great review, but this is definitely a roguelite as opposed to a roguelike.

[@plplplplplpl7336]

What's the difference

[@jeremyblackwater439]

What IS the difference 🤨

[@doingoloingo2905]

@@Schpoo I thought those were the same thing until yesterday

[@Schpoo]

@@plplplplplpl7336 Roguelike is old-school style. Turn-based, tile based combat. Roguelite is generally real-time action.

[@Schpoo]

@@jeremyblackwater439 Roguelike is old-school style. Turn-based, tile based combat. Roguelite is generally real-time action.

[@bryanreynolds8721]

This game reminds me of the Christmas critters Cartman creates on South Park.

[@iConformed]

This is a definite buy for me, pretty much love anything Devolver! Just trying to decide whether to buy on PC, PS5 or Switch

[@quade9615]

Same

[@PhantomTissue]

This game really feels like it was strongly inspired by what Hades did to keep player interest between runs.

[@jonr7364]

Except for the fact that you run out of content after 12 hours….that’s pretty rough for a roguelite

[@thebadassdonut7367]

@@jonr7364 Hades or Cult? If it‘s only 12 hours in cult im gonna pass it until it‘s cheaper

[@jonr7364]

@@thebadassdonut7367 talking about cult. a developer on the steam forums said it’s about 12 hours to see and do everything, which is just super weak for a roguelike and not what I look for at all in these types of games.

[@thebadassdonut7367]

@@jonr7364 ouch, thats super rough. Thanks for letting me know, the review was actually disappointing in that regard

[@666cramtheman]

Been looking forward to this..and also another great review.

[@mrflamerkid117]

Haven’t binged a game since Elden Ring came out. 10/10

[@GamingCulture1]

The graphics and UI are straight from Don't Starve

[@IsraelStorey]

Great review, but I feel like it really could've done with some examples of the music and voices. You spent a lot of time trying to describe the voices in particular, but I never heard them in the video. If you'd just describe it a bit and then play a few seconds of the game audio, it'd be much more efficient than attempting to explain it. It's a video review, not a written one, so you might as well take advantage of the format.

[@Amonkira1029]

He always does that, and idk why he didn't this time. Maybe embargo rules.

[@eduardpaul8413]

I'm really looking forward to this game. First, the preview and this review make me hopeful for an excellent game after a lackluster summer period. Great review as always. Fun, informative, and with an excellent level of details where they matter.

[@michaelblanchette1793]

This game came outta nowhere for me, the first I had heard of it was the games of August vid ACG made...this game looks soooo good, cannot wait to check it out tonight when I get home!

[@spikedeagle6795]

Base building cult management and rogue lite. Sign me up

[@DogdaySunrise]

Thank you for the review!

[@DM-of7ys]

Was waiting for this one

[@kree1911]

Im really enjoying this game thanks for review

[@danielproctor5237]

Great review, thanks. I can't wait to play this one!!

[@hunterurban5465]

I haven't been excited to play a new game in a while. Tried out the demo and couldn't wait for the full game to release!!! It's nice to have something different to play for once

[@gk9535]

Playing on normal is the best way to play it gives challenge but also you can just chill out a rest

[@tomemaster1744]

I went from “Nah I’ll pass” to “Day 1 purchase” because of the village management aspect.

[@bigguschungus968]

I mean, that's like one of the key parts of the game? Did you just say no for no reason to begin with?

[@tomemaster1744]

@@bigguschungus968 anthromorphic artstyle.

[@bluepotatoes223]

Will definitely be picking this up

[@PopularNobody]

Devolver don't miss.

[@roblincoln10]

This looks incredible!!

[@SaviorInTheSun]

Awesome review! I’m so excited to play this snd Spider-Man this weekend. Can I give one suggestion though? I really like your review scoring vs the traditional number style, however sometimes I have to rewatch the rating segment because I can’t tell if it was “Buy” or “Wait for sale.” That wasn’t case with this game as you clearly stated that it’s worth the money. Maybe you could put a graphic on the screen during the conclusion segment, just to be 100% clear what your recommendation is? Just my opinion. Loved the review, really excited for the game, and keep up the great work!

[@eskimo9116]

Been looking forward to this game ever since they showed it. Glad to hear it's good I'll be getting the physical copy for sure.

[@gaurd3]

Your short brought me here.