Devolver Direct: The Return of Volvy

[@minicarbonara]

Let's give everyone involved in this masterpiece a big hand. For gaming.

[@TonkarzOfSolSystem]

And not for anything else. Gaming only!

[@IdentifiantE.S]

For gaming !

[@sushi_lotl]

Volvy was my childhood! Its like he had gaming in the grasp of his hand back in the day.

[@harrylane4]

I’m not giving anyone involved in ai shit a hand

[@minicarbonara]

@@harrylane4 my man, you do realize that this is a parody, right? Or am I missing the sarcasm here.

[@TheMDfournier]

Volvy was a huge part of my childhood. This was heartbreaking 😭

[@viraticwars]

Volvy 2.0 on the 3DO was my childhood. Them Graphix was my cocaine

[@batata_dog]

I owe my musical tastes to the volvy 2.0 soundtrack

[@herbjacobs3839]

Man seriously! 😭 Volvy is never dead as long as he lives in our hearts!!!!

[@ZaTheLean]

Damn the nostalgia 🤑

[@SetOfAllSets]

Mutilated him worse than Velma fr

[@deanc8458]

Not only is this a great direct, it’s a really great parody of the game industry and, honestly, publicly facing entertainment industries as a whole

[@danglennon5642]

It's a masterfully executed piece of satire. I had no idea what devolver was. Still didn't at the end. But I was captivated and looked into it. Everything about this video is honestly genius.

[@WaveOfDestiny]

I feel like 90% of the people who watch this are gonna miss the point. This is such a deep and true story about the entire market and it makes you think a lot... It got me thinking about the present and the future of videogaming industry, i actually got emotional. It made me think about the era when people made videogames because they loved making videogames, filled with soul, now getting their ideas and their fanbase milked dry until nothing but scum and greed remains. Bungie. Blizzard. Battlefield. Dead space. Many more. I literally cried. I hope all develpers and higher ups see this. This won my (non existant) "E3"

[@diogitalk]

What do you mean? This is the great return of Volvy!

[@DimT670]

@@WaveOfDestiny homie you are looking for an era that never existed . There was no era where people made games just because they loved it. You think attari crashed the videogame market in the us because they loved games too much? That Nintendo released the nes because they loved games so much and not because they were trying to be the first to revive the us market and thus make gangbusters? That sega released the PlayStation because they loved games so much they wanted them to flourish on cd and not because they were literally hired by Nintendo to develop that technology and didnt want it to go to waste when it backstabbed em? Do you think square enix made 16 final fantasies and 100 spinoffs because gosh darn it they loved it so much? If ff16 is milking so was 6 or 8. If the 20th battlefield is milking so is the10th or 5th Like this video itself mocks EVERY ERA. It wasn't less milking and trend chasing when everyone was making their own mascot platformer. Gex the gecko is the same thing as another battle royal, they were trying to be the next sonic and now they are trying to be the next pubg. Nor was the edgy 2000s stupidity any different

[@WaveOfDestiny]

@@DimT670 i never said all people made games because they loved them. I said that it reminds me when the best games, even the biggest studios, made game with love and passion, which is much more rare now. I'm not talking about money, but about the fact that money did not kill creativity as much back in the day. I even made some factual examples. I shouldn't have to explain context to you.

[@littledewdroplets]

This almost gaslit me into believing I had somehow missed or forgotten an iconic mascot. Good job.

[@yosefyonin6824]

Wtf wdym how could you ever forget Volvy??? He is the oldest and most iconic character of all time!!!

[@OysterWallace]

Ah. Well, if you were almost deceived then you must be cognitively deficient. It's okay, no worries. They were not trying to gaslight you; this is just an example of satire. Most people can intuit through its extreme absurdity that it's a work of fiction meant for comedy. Have a great day 😊.

[@eisader]

You mean Nina?

[@charlesmoxey8122]

Oh my god you cannot believe how relieved i am that I'm not the only one

[@eye502]

@@charlesmoxey8122 bro..its volvy how did you not understand the video!! Volvy is a huge icon that has a massive history duh!

[@jijigri9224]

His big hand for gaming has to be the greatest chekhov's gun in the history of television

[@rass4375]

Also the foothold trap

[@BobbinRobbin777]

@@rass4375 holy fuck yall are right.

[@timmyctc]

what do you mean, his big hand is for gaming

[@WaveOfDestiny]

This won "E3". This isn't just a funny skit, it's a beautiful and deep story about the actual state of the gaming industry, its past and its future. Whoever has written this you did an amazing job.

[@SuperBulldogWarrior]

Glad to finally see Volvy getting the respect he deserves

[@Danmarinja]

Volvy in Inscryption was one of the most terrifying things I’ve ever seen

[@mysterwhymedia]

Same

[@maldonadoluis3458]

For just a second, a piece of text appears above Volvy, saying: "THAT ONE'S FOR GAMING!"

[@samubax6599]

minute?

[@unnamed9482]

@@samubax6599 19:25

[@hazukichanx408]

"Oh, you've found the dagger, have you? I suspect you may soon wish you hadn't."

[@moka8601]

This is the perfect example of why devolver is my favourite game publishing company -fun story instead of just a traditional direct -good games announced -full custom game animations and Easter eggs All of that is completely unnecessary and yet they go the extra mile to make it entertaining Props to you devolver , never change! Also PRAISE VOLVY

[@GameAndMe]

Games were meh but I agree it was entertaining

[@a.conner6565]

Thank you

[@docc19]

I personally think these directs are drawn out and stupid and waste time that could be spent on showing new games

[@mariopikaman1]

​@@docc19 There are plenty of other normal showcases where Devolver does just that, these Directs need to happen to satirize and poke fun at the gaming industry

[@THEiNC.]

The video and this comment are the worst case of cringe I had in a while.

[@bananabike279]

Volvy asking for "a different kind of help" at the end actually had me tear up a bit

[@countchokula2680]

Wasn’t expecting that ending either

[@hazukichanx408]

That moment in Red Dead Redemption II where you come across some guy who's been mauled by wolves, and he's like "Just shoot me or give me whiskey man!" and you're like... "Well, I do have ten of these gold core healing tonics though, really might wanna try that" But then he just passes away and gives you negative honor. What a prick.

[@EliasTressa]

Now I want Volvy as an actual dlc for their games

[@superninja252]

Same

[@gustavohuehue7460]

It's incredible how in this direct they've made volvy look like he truly was and fitted in all those games.

[@akmal94ibrahim]

You telling me there wasn't Volvy in those games?

[@EliasTressa]

@@akmal94ibrahim not in real life unfortunately

[@Virtualblueart]

@@akmal94ibrahim Oh no, my Mandela effect meter is off the charts! Must. Resist!

[@BrokenFingerParadise]

Haha I remember video games! Voles hold the gamer soul.

[@jeremybrookshire8775]

THANK YOU I WAS LIKE "IT'S A VOLE GD IT" THE WHOLE TIME XD

[@johnnybakescakes]

oh wow

[@atsuchiya624]

Holds it with his big hand. For gaming.

[@etenby699]

So you took the whole "machine making games that cater to gamers' specific tastes" from the first Devolver Direct, took the whole AI discourse, mashed them together with the whole trend of mascot platformer reboot. Genius. Absolute genius. Also, I have to applaud the ending, which actually made me shed a tear or two. Ron is the best video game character of 2023.

[@Ttavoc]

Volvy needs a different kind of help 😭

[@thebadwolf3088]

​@@khamjaninja. one of the best comments I've ever read on KZbin. You nailed their message perfectly and everyone who has been keeping up with the gaming industry for a decade or so knows that you're 100% correct.

[@mr.x2567]

@@khamjaninja.Of course. I see nothing but darkness in humanity’s future.

[@etenby699]

@@khamjaninja. Me: I agree with this comment. Also me: NEW SANIC GAME! THERE'S A NEW SANIC GAME!

[@baalfgames5318]

What Mascot Platformer trend? The one that died years ago? The one that Hat In Time helped to kill off for good? The one that's struggling to come back? Because it's not really a trend. Also, the ending was you typical "Lul! Make cute mascot evil and murderous" type cliche, which actually HAS been a common cliche with things like Willy's Wonderland, The Banana Splits movie, Winnie The Pooh: Blood and Honey, etc.

[@ShakedownDreams]

Volvy had one game and then was a cameo appearance in every other game, honestly iconic

[@contentguy9093]

"For gaming"

[@pan6991]

Why's it rated M?

[@toxictincan]

Unfortunately not the only thing it was used for

[@twinmillario1452]

"For Suffering"

[@KGA7771]

"For gaming"

[@erickgoulartcarvalho6761]

1:23

[@TriveYT]

I'm a simple human. I see a Devolver movie. I watch it in awe. It never disappoints.

[@twinmillario1452]

Volvy 2.0: You know what they say. With great gamer, comes great big sexy booby alcoholic *@#!$&es!

[@terminatorX2]

That ending really tugged at my heartstrings. We will never forget you, Volvy!!!!!

[@Amy-J]

Ikr? I've been a fan of him for years, it was heartbreaking 😭

[@mr.x2567]

He literally was begging for the sweet release of death….

[@cosmosofinfinity]

Thank you, SkillUp, for singlehandedly giving us Human Fall Flat 2 At the beginning Ronathon Trodfield being brought on stage reminded me of when Geogg Keighly brought on Ken and Roberta Williams on stage to mention, but certainly not show, their new game Colossal Cave. And the ending bit showing a parody of King's Quest certainly cemented that maybe Devolver was thinking about that too. RIP Volvy, but at least you were given the dignity of a death. Other video game mascot characters would be jealous

[@lemmingrad]

I think you mean King’s Quest. King’s Field was a FROM Software game.

[@cosmosofinfinity]

@@lemmingrad Yes, that's it! My bad, I get those mixed up all the time

[@zafool4997]

Link has the diginity of a death! Several, actually

[@tyroneisrael5631]

This showcase was surprisingly well executed and made me care for volvy. Dammit devolver you guys never disappoint

[@yosefyonin6824]

Wtfdym made you care for Volvy??? You didn't care about Volvy until now??? How can you sick soulless creature not care for the greatest video game mascot of all time???

[@SpiderMax95]

I didnt know Volvy for long; and he didnt really touch my heart or changed my life in any meaningful way, but I will never forget him.

[@tickkid]

❤

[@gamingpanda7516]

He may have not touched yours but he sure did touch a lot of other peoples hearts at that direction.

[@hazukichanx408]

Mascot life is a reVolvy-ing door. Ever-changing, never-ending.

[@TimmyTurner421]

I love devolver they're so creative and unconventional. A breath of fresh air

[@maurissergio8282]

You could say its a... "breath of the wild" ?

[@Sir_Bucket]

This is ironic, since Chris over here took his last one

[@Jubellification]

I've never watched a Direct from your company before but I watched this from beginning to end and it was SO well done!

[@simpson6700]

watch the other ones in order, starting with 2017. funnier and crazier imo.

[@RiELLViture]

Watching this conference, I thought the atmosphere was similar to the Don't Hug Me I'm Scared series. And I found the name "Joe Pelling" in the credits as Director & Writer. I knew it!😂

[@dampflokfreund]

Yup it really had strong DHMIS vibes which I adore. Didn't know actual DHMIS people were involved though, this is fantastic to see.

[@return4887]

thats what i was thinking too

[@Radi_vvanker]

Good eye!

[@Jeffmetal42]

As usual, Devolver killing it with the best showcases in the business. 🤣

[@Gabzew]

i just discovered while searching who directed don't hug me in scared that he directed this too, everything makes sense now

[@rily2885]

you guys keep my faith on the videogame industry alive, how you even come up with these genius presentations is a mystery I don't care to know for as long as we can get more

[@stynkanator]

I cried at the end. I am more attached to this character than some movies.

[@Cyranek]

I have such fond memories of playing that first volvy handheld game on long car rides as a kid

[@Suchti0352]

I knew it would be hard to top the incredible 2021 Presentation, but this one is still really cool.

[@dampflokfreund]

IMO, this is the best one they did so far and I loved the previous presentations. There was just more direction, world building and emotion to this one.

[@THO-BRO2000]

The first one will always stay the best, but this one is also very nicely put together. Game companies often take themselves too seriously.

[@AndJusticeforAll567]

Nina Struthers

[@FunkyGhostHD]

​@@AndJusticeforAll567I still say "Check a look!1" from time to time.

[@Poorgeniu5]

We gotta applaud the production crew from BlinkInk for doing their part to keep these amazing Devolver shitpost possible every year!

[@Rainquack]

This was such a wild journey! I chuckled about impending Devolver shenanigans, got invested and fell in love with Volvy, laughed and coughed at the nostalgic supercut, wondered about the state of the world and the industry, got excited for chaos unfolding, then a little concerned and actually legitimately cried some bitter tears at (almost!) the end! Before being struck down emotionally (like with a rock) being left empty inside and baffled, this turning into awe at the sheer cinema. Honestly bravo to everyone, your presentations are equally crazy and masterful satire, as well as artistically above everyone else on the metaphorical SGF show floor.

[@that_guy.70610]

I remember the good old days of playing field run. It's nice to seen volvy finally get some recognition 😀

[@cloud99vii27]

That ending... fuck, maybe not the best games but another engaging and well executed story from Devolver Direct

[@cosmosofinfinity]

Excuse me, but... Talos Principle 2 is all they need

[@peterclarke7240]

Maybe not "the best," but almost always worth your time. They're one of the few publishers out there who understand that respect is earned.

[@thefancyconspiracist]

This direct not only was the most emotional thing in existence but also opened my eyes to how many games you helped make

[@MisterPineTree]

I am still shocked at this.. I mean Guys... VOLVY IS FINALLY BACK, YES!! OMG I loved him as a kid, I hope nothing bad happens to him or his Hands :D

[@NaitsirhcCheck]

Ever since Enter the Gungeon I have explored everything DevolverDigital has put out. Love this studio. I actually ended up digging through my childhood toys & pulled out all my old Volvy merch. Good times.

[@PaperClock850]

You guys genuinely made something cool here, great work!

[@joshuahillary3312]

I was watching for the Volvy short and didn’t expect to see Talos Principle II. Talos Principle is one of my favorite games of all time and I had no idea a sequel was even being talked about. Can’t wait!

[@skupipup]

Oh man, been waiting for Volvy's comeback. Was not expecting ShillUp, famous gamer to make an appearance. Good on you, Ralph.

[@Virtualblueart]

Love how Devolver went the whole "Hey why not act like the evil corporate overlord in our presentations to make fun of the big boys. And lets dial it up to 11 or higher. With an eldritch twist"

[@Rubygillmanfanatic34]

The moral of this video at the end is never try to mess with the classics with modern technology they are better the way they are supposed to be

[@PotionSmeller]

Nah we should use new technologies, just maybe not the TURBOPLAGIARIZER 5000. It's perhaps a dumb idea to use automated stealing machines designed to half-ass the creative part of the process.

[@SakuraAvalon]

The message is just to let things die, and move on.

[@deevee5348]

The message is never cross a vole's dna with chatgpt's code...

[@yosefyonin6824]

No the message is BUY OUR VOLVY PRODUCT AT 50% OFF FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY

[@GayBrain]

Never make the Torment Nexus

[@jasonleeii2264]

You all have never lost the Art behind a showcase. Thank you for this. It made me feel ways.

[@shalvei_]

nothing gets past my bow!

[@BasementMinions]

Very cool to see them reset the timeline and go a fresh direction with new characters this year. Great stuff!

[@salvodazes]

This was great as usual but Nina was severely missed. Her shoes will be extremely hard to fill for anyone else.

[@BBWahoo]

Hard. Fill. 🥵

[@MaxHaydenChiz]

Yeah. Was disappointed that neither the character nor Mahria Zook at least made a cameo.

[@Model4]

Thank you devolver for being the only entertaining conference of all the E3's every single year.

[@Night-Jester]

This was so entertaining! The juxtaposition between the souless humor parts and the full of life creative game showcase parts was awesome.

[@ZDogg55302]

so happy he got his big hand for gaming back! i could literally cry

[@personalpones]

This is by far the most creative way to announce games, every developer company needs to do this

[@misterboxhead3045]

Do they?

[@Punykirby]

Rest in peace, Volvy, I miss you again

[@RolandeRat]

This is possibly the best video I’ve ever seen. Full stop. Amazing. The production value, the execution, the script, the acting … this should get an award. 🏆

[@ViliEvans]

Shitting on the soulless "AI" shills? Automatic 10/10 from me.

[@Iteration456-8_codename_goblin]

I always remembered Volvy, they never left my heart I can’t believe so many have forgotten that they exist

[@irishpizza2823]

Fake fans smh

[@runekey]

Just wanted to say you guys did an awesome job this year! I think this is my favorite Devlolver show since the first one!

[@Clarkamadorian]

My god, this leaves me speechless. This is my first revolver direct. I have no clue how they can improve on a masterpiece of storytelling like this. I might have to try one or two of these games. This video was fantastic.

[@Jmcdion]

Seeing Volvy again unlocked some memories, good to have you back.

[@in_the_pines]

This totally embodies the entire reason why grew to love Devolver and even from the very beginning noticed what they were going for! They aren't afraid to get in the nitty gritty, dark humored side of video games/entertainment we all loved as kids growing up which seems like the mainstream is trying so hard to push away. THIS IS TRUE PASSION and they really know how to collaborate with artists from all walks of life if they notice they have that gift that not all developers have. They just get it! Love this company!

[@jimmystauf3553]

Every year I look forward to this, both for the great games but also for the amazing execution. Never change!

[@goodandevil1583]

I wasn’t expecting Devolver to be on the latest Black Mirror season but here we are

[@suroguner]

Stuff like this is why you ALWAYS got to watch a Devolver Direct. While people expect a Nintendo Direct, You don't know what to expect from a Devolver Direct!

[@peterclarke7240]

I never watch any of the usual AAA hype train shit, because I know I'm being sold snakeoil. I'll always tune in for Devolver and Obsidian, though. I don't mind snakeoil if it makes me laugh.

[@misterboxhead3045]

Wait, what do you mean by the expect a nintendo direct?

[@suroguner]

@@misterboxhead3045 Nintendo directs are predictable, but Devolver directs are not.

[@misterboxhead3045]

​​​@@surogunerdon't know, i 100% sure that you, I and one has ever predicted an new 2D mario game (that thank god isn't an new mario Bros for once and hope that new super mario bros is finally dead) an new wario ware and an brand new peach game since super princess peach an remake of dark moon AND an remake of mario rpg I pretty sure everyone just dreamed of this ever happening

[@suroguner]

@@misterboxhead3045 there was a rumor about there being a new 2d mario game for this direct before it came out. so it was predicted.

[@CHONK-Music]

It’s good to see Ronathan getting the respect he deserves again. I remember the flack he got after Volvy 2.0; a game he had nothing to do with.

[@TrollOfReason]

I'm not proud of jumping on the bandwagon back in the day & mailing Ronald a horse head when I was 14.

[@ВасилийИзенов]

That bastards just used his name

[@JakeGottfriedStudios]

Joe Pelling made this? Like the creator of DHMIS? And @skillup was in this video? Devolver Digital is really committed to padding out this sizzer reel the best they can (and I mean that as a compliment)

[@darkjanggo]

first Grotto Beasts, now Volvy. im glad these old series are getting the attention they deserve again

[@cpard2d2]

Volvy feels like a collective dream and if we dream harder maybe we can bring him back, DREAM HARDER GAMERS!!!

[@AnYum]

Thank you Devolver for the best gaming event this year! We've waited for so long and finally, Volvy is back!! oh man, I still remember his famous line 'It's Volvyn' time!' right before he enters rampage mode, even though I can't recall anything else. My parents said that I'm crazy, but I didn't care. That game literally saved my life. Hope to see Volvy goofing around once again!🐭

[@lastfour]

This is great, thank you so much for doing this, Devolver! We love you guys.

[@kyogreblue21o89]

A little detail i enjoy is that Volvy isnt made into the protagonist into every game, but rather varies depending on the scenario of the games.

[@125discipline2]

the inspiration for Volvy came when the artist saw a rat got run over by Volvo truck. the unique figure of Volvy is a direct imitation of the disfigured rat carcass. the name came from the truck.

[@CozyBoat275]

Man, I remember playing Volvy for the first time. I am so happy that Devolver is bringing him back. THANK YOU!

[@rilchu3037]

Devolver Digital is the best!!! I look forward to their showcases every year. They also have such awesome games as wel!

[@PoopetPlushProductions]

Volvy is just the older (yet better) version of Gwimbly from smiling friends

[@rhae_]

Amazing, big Black Mirror vibes there, can't wait for The Talos Principle 2 ;]

[@jhomathon]

Surprised nobody asked Volv-E to make Hotline Miami 3

[@flashback7273]

This is a masterpiece. Deserves an award. Seriously. It's funny, intelligent, deep, irreverent, wild, and yet insanely accurate. All of that was so good. It's packed full of great acting, editing, and imagination. Whoever worked on all of these fictional titles for the sake of this short film, bravo you know your stuff.

[@kiinther]

Ok but this is actually a really interesting interpretation on the whole evolution of the gaming industry, and the destruction of ANY art industry due to AI. 6:06 they mean they removed it. And I love the way it’s hidden in her words.

[@ne_kitk_a]

Its good to have a Volvy back!

[@JV-ll1cu]

Hopefully we will see him again

[@fyzxnerd]

Y'all are amazing and I'm here for it. Legit gonna send this to my developers any time they bring up generative machine learning tool hype.

[@Lo-Kag]

I would have not believed in a thousand years that Volvy would ever return and oh god it's so much better than I thought 😭 We missed you buddy! And to have the famous gamer, ShillUp! It's all around W's for Devolver!

[@UsedNameTag13]

The only video about gaming news that kept me hooked (just like all your games)

[@chaolachao]

I can't believe gamers forced Volvy into having a heated gamer moment 😢😢😢😢😢

[@grahamwalker2168]

the production quality on this was immense!

[@Kriosaivak]

Missed Nina Struthers, but great presentation as always.

[@louismensinger]

I came in to see wtf this was with no intention to watch a 30 min vid, but I gotta say I LOVE this! Such a fun creative way to do a direct. Can’t wait to get some volvi merch!!

[@mcspiffy5843]

There was no reason to go this hard you guys. All the hard work for every prop and mock-up, design and packaging, it’s making my head spin. So much effort and cheese, “For Gaming!” You guys rule. Edit: Welp, bought the shirt.

[@yosefyonin6824]

Yeah people who didn't ever study or work in media take all this stuff for granted and never think about all the hard work each of these little details require....

[@ActuallyAFungus]

What can I say that hasn't already been said? 15/10

[@bogdansivitski8099]

RIP volvy thank you for my childhood

[@Dianetics.Junior]

Dunkys iconic review on volvy is what inspired me to become a gamer in the first place

[@scotchnichols]

This was such a creative and well done direct. I loved it!

[@LadAussie]

That was the most unnerving "direct" I have ever witnessed. Bravo.

[@ScaredSackless4566]

The ending's symbolism is genuinely quite sad

[@rothegamer6271]

Really sorry but I don’t quite understand

[@Dia06]

​@@rothegamer6271 The corporate use of long dead childhood mascots to capitalize on nostalgia, even if it means milking the existence of said mascots existence until it's nothing but an empty husk of what it once was.

[@rothegamer6271]

@@Dia06 I understand now by you’re and others explanation, thank you! I agree with this message so much, even Nickelodeon is planning to end SpongeBob in the next years.

[@thebadwolf3088]

​​@@Dia06 Sonic, Crash Bandicoot, Mario... So many characters that fit that category...

[@That_Lady_Charlie]

the whole thing is a brutal indictment of the current video games industry.

[@ThaGavMan999]

Holly hell I had forgotten how many of my favorite video games you guys have published over the years

[@junkmail2223]

He's got a big hand, for gaming

[@NcrXnbi]

I might be among the very few that loved Volvi 2.0 Hope to see a remaster of that game.

[@professorpsych]

It’s good to see Volvy’s return! Hopefully I’ll no longer need to explain my tattoo to so many kids.

[@AndriyOleksandrovych]

Volvy is the best mascot ever created in human history

[@K._Red]

Devolver, the undefeated champ of not-E3

[@broderman1594]

That's it, I remember this little guy from my childhood, Volvy, yeah! He was great and I had a lot of fun with him. I was there, I love you forever Volvyyy!!!! Thank u Devolver Digital, u guys are awesome!!!

[@wlados22]

such a bright dystopian future thanks VolvE

[@jonny_codphilo7809]

i truly adore your companies way of what i hope is more than just branding. ok that was a masterpiece

[@Vilis_Farthuk]

Absolute madness in the best possible way.

[@Gambit2483]

_"In Devolver Digital We Trust"_