Exodus: The Biggest News So Far!

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Exodus is one of the titles I am anticipating the most in the coming years and I have been closely following its development. In this video I summarise and analyse the recent September Q&A as well as other information out there about upcoming events and things related to Exodus. Whilst the plot of the game has not been revealed we do now have a better idea of the overall structure and framing of Exodus so dive in with me and enjoy!

[@ProbusVerus]

The next Mass Effect if we are lucky.

[@banjomir519]

The next Star Citizen if we're not so lucky.

[@mduckernz]

@@banjomir519Well, they say they will have a definitive release date, so that’s already quite different to Star Citizen haha. (N.B.: Star Citizen is actually pretty damn fun to play these days. But holy shit is it taking forever. It’s “Feature Creep: The Game”)

[@Olaf-Lingen2023]

@@banjomir519 Remember those guys whom are making it ARE ex-Mass-Effect-People + one of the major Story-writers from Mass Effect.

[@epope98]

​@@Olaf-Lingen2023 not just that but they hired a amazing sci-fi writer to make the lore. He wrote a book for the game that apparently is amazing. His name is Peter F. Hamilton

[@Olaf-Lingen2023]

@@epope98 yep and i am in the Process of reading that book ^^

[@sosinka007]

The energy coming from them was great - just two dudes talking about something they were both excited about AND they seemed really genuine. Really looking forward to more info and of course Secret Level as well.

[@marcomongke3116]

I remember being overly hyped about ME Andromeda, Waylanders, and Starfield 😢 . And got disappointed. Yet I still can't help getting excited about this once again. 🤞

[@spellandshield]

Same. Maybe it is legit this time.

[@Grogeous_Maximus]

Good, because this game isn't AAA governed by the Eldritch Evil knows as stockholders. I am 100% down for more Drew Karpyshyn. I still have his Star Wars books, and ME1 is my favorite ME.

[@changer_of_ways_999]

Follow the people, not the brand. It's a better indicator. It's weird that people will follow directors for movies but often are not aware of game creators. I'm guilty of it myself. I didn't know who James Ohlen was until now despite him being in charge of some of my favorite games of all time. ME Andromeda had a clearly troubled development with the upper creative roster ditching the project so the warning signs were definitely there that something was extremely off.

[@NobodyNothing-f5c]

Follow people, but Outer Worlds was meh.

[@IDontKnowYouWhoAreYou]

@@Grogeous_Maximus yea i really despise stockholders they ruin games

[@FranklyGaming]

Just started reading the exodus book which gives background on the entire universe, the potential is super high hoping the game lives up to it

[@spellandshield]

We are honoured by one as mighty as you commenting Lord Frankly! The book is excellent and I think you will enjoy it! I certainly did...it ends on a massive cliffhanger so the 2nd part cannot come soon enough (it is a duology). December should reveal more about the game as well around the time of the game awards!

[@FranklyGaming]

@@spellandshield awesome to hear you already read it excited to see where it goes

[@spellandshield]

@@FranklyGaming Indeed. I could not put it down!

[@spellandshield]

@@FranklyGaming Also, check out the Mara Yama trailer if you have not yet done so!

[@TheGolfSchop]

I’m reading the book now. So far, so good

[@deathbycognitivedissonance5036]

Great video! you are my #1 channel for all things Exodus-related!

[@apres-lachute8718]

When S&S uploads an Exodus video, I watch it!

[@deathbycognitivedissonance5036]

Without exception!

[@afallucco]

Listen, when Drew is the lead writer and all the writers and people involved are so passionate, this will be incredible.

[@spellandshield]

Indeed!

[@edwardallenthree]

Just finished the Peter F. Hamilton book. This universe is awsome.

[@dyesvg8151]

Based and space pilled. Reminds me of childhood, big nerd for space stuff. This game may indeed be cool.

[@TheQuazar1961]

I am so hyped for this game , I loved the old Bioware.

[@ViewtifulBeau]

I just hope it's good man. I NEED a GOOD game.

[@Tentacl]

This game MIGHT be really interesting, but it could also be Shopee Mass Effect + Interstellar. Time will tell. If it's good I'll buy it for sure, roght on my alley.

[@spellandshield]

We will have to see and I admit I am a little biased but yeah, it could be terrible, doubt it though.

[@sugoruyo]

Regardless, the book by Peter F. Hamilton is pretty good sci-fi and well worth a read.

[@DocMoney_]

This sounds so cool. HYPED

[@spellandshield]

Indeed.

[@changer_of_ways_999]

1. I'm thankful for stumbling upon this channel. 2. I'm thankful for discovering this game. I never of this game until now and didn't know who James Ohlen was and that he's responsible for my love of role-playing games. 3. You gave goid, clear and concise information and a good narrative voice. 4. I appreciate tempered optimism. It sounds promising, but Wizards of the Coast makes me extremely nervous, especially after Larian parted was with them despite Baldur's Gate 3's success. Monetization and pricing could be a problem. The other is long term success of the game and whether it gets future expansions or sequels. Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro are not doing very well, so this very well could be a one and done thing like Baldur's Gate 3. However, Baldur's Gate 3 might serve as a good sign of that this might turn out the same way. Also, due to the failure of Starfield and the dissolved Mass Effect franchise, the field for this game is wide open for the taking. Fingers crossed.

[@High_Rate136]

The developers being excited about telling their story is unbelievably important and is the key reason big devs develop worse and worse games (and movies) over time. The teams shift around, writers leave, writers come on board, and you eventually hit a point where people are showing up to work just to collect a paycheck which doesn't lead to successful products in entertainment. Sure, there may be a few "hits" left in bigger studios, but everything will fall flat. Case in point, Marvel. The original directors of the late 2000s/early 2010s movies really cared, but they started pushing to make everything "tie in" for some giant overarching vision which kills the creativity and passion of creating a story and bringing it to life.

[@NobodyNothing-f5c]

I remember reading an old Analog or Asimov pulp book about a civilization that appeared low tech, but culturally first aid, basic medical/trauma training were mandatory like reading and writing or speech for children. So when the human ship causes a disaster, instead of thousands of casualties like the computer and humans predicted, they had only had like a hundred casualties. Minimizing the first contact mishap, and leaving the door open to diplomacy.

[@treeokk]

fantastic video. cant wait to see more about exodus. it sounds like the next defining sci-fi rpg epic that ive been waiting for since the mass effect trilogy. super stoked

[@Astartes-6969]

My sister is a big fan of Interstellar and Science Fiction in general and she loved the trailer for this game and the lore vids.

[@ArtOfDyingWell]

The Exodus Archemedies Engine book is also coming out on the 17th

[@spellandshield]

Indeed, have it ordered!

[@edwardallenthree]

The book is awesome! I found myself enjoying it more than a salvation series, but not as much as the Commonwealth series and the other series that are spin-offs from that. It's going to be a long 2 years waiting for the sequel. Will humans survive in the capital system of the imperial celestials? Will the imperial celestial survive?

[@spellandshield]

@@edwardallenthree I enjoyed the book as well. I have not been able to get into Salvation at all.

[@johndeighan2495]

I’m liking what I see so far. Let’s just leave it at that.

[@rickc-arelsii6276]

I'm hopeful for this one. Getting the novel in nearly a week from now just to immerse myself into the lore of this universe.

[@spellandshield]

Same. 900 pages, have not read something that long in years.

[@capitalg785]

At this point, if you hear a team talk about their game for 15 minutes and at no point mention the phrase, "for modern audiences" I pretty much perk up and have some hope.

[@gibster9624]

Marrying gameplay with lore creates some of the coolest moments. In Destiny we learned about Ahamkara's quite a bit and before the Last Wish raid we found out that before they make a wish their eyes shimmer and they actually made the shimmering eyes apart of the raid's mechanics is easily one of my favorite moments in gaming.

[@kawabina]

I hope this game turns out good For now, I’m playing through the ME Legendary Edition

[@TheQuantumOxymoron]

I am convinced that this game will be a completely new level of experience as AI will be involved in the interaction as well as in the narrative/story laying/branching of the game

[@Youcancallmeishmaell]

There is so little competition, that all they have to do is not screw up. As long as this game is at least 45% as good as Mass Effect. We have a hit.

[@spellandshield]

Indeed but these days you never know...

[@crazyelf1]

I can tell that you are much more enthusiastic about Exodus than the new Dragon Age. There is a lot of hope for this game, because it is made by the OG3 Mass Effect team.

[@spellandshield]

It's easier to enthusiastic when there is evidence for it; don't see much for DAV tbh.

[@crazyelf1]

@@spellandshield Yep - the 2 big games that seem to be worth keeping a close eye on are the next Larian game and Exodus. Any thoughts on BG3 now that the final content Patch 7 seems to be out?

[@spellandshield]

@@crazyelf1 Which thoughts in particular?

[@PillowEgg]

This game is going to be like Mass Effect + Legend of Zelda Oracle of Ages + Death Stranding.

[@sash9249]

My one hope for this is that your choices are on the stick more than the odd dialogue choice. Let the players feel the weight of their decisions by making them perform the actions.

[@tomaszbudziszewski9201]

I love ME, and craving for turn on this game!

[@spellandshield]

I share your craving!

[@rubenvisscher9597]

They released a book by sci fi writer Peter F. Hamilton ‘Exodus: The Archimedes Engine’ building huge lore!

[@bonedoc4556]

As time slows and is compressed at light speed going out, it also would be coming back, so depending on distance it might not be that long on a time perspective.

[@summonedmonkey]

This game sounds cooler every time you tell me something new about it.

[@SKINNY_HUMAN]

So pumped for this.

[@swoopingisbad20]

Awesome video S&S! Has it been confirmed if there is character creation in the game? And is it third person?

[@spellandshield]

Yes, you will be able to mould your character's appearance and it is indeed 3rd person based on all the info and alpha footage.

[@swoopingisbad20]

@@spellandshield that’s exciting to hear! Can’t wait for your future coverage :)

[@angela8533]

I've been reading through the novel by Peter Hamilton and it's quite gripping! Highly recommend!

[@Megaphy]

I don't think my hype for this game can be contained as a Mass Effect fan. Now that the old Bioware is gone, I am truly hoping for a studio that can fill that hole.

[@spellandshield]

Very relatable!

[@shardator]

Peter F Hamilton for me. Exodus world seems to be very similar to one of his novels, I'm just reading, and I googled: he is one of the writers. Ah. He actually just published a novel!

[@Lathander720]

BioWare is dead, I am looking forward to this game

[@nyxian_grid]

i would be interested in seeing a video list of all the games from previous DA devs... I'd like to know where the talent went.

[@EasytheGoon]

you should react to the Crimson Desert gameplay that dropped today. its looking way better than dragon age. Im also hyped for Exodus.

[@spellandshield]

@@SPOOKYTIMEZ2077 It probably won't be; Crismon Desert is mostly about combat and Exodus is much more story driven.

[@spellandshield]

@@SPOOKYTIMEZ2077 I am more into RPGs than action so it is the other way around for me.

[@CurtOntheRadio]

Neat idea. Presumably each time you return home following a journey then time will have passed far more quickly for those that stayed home. So, whilst you spent a short time on a mission (hours, days, whatever) your wife and children might have aged by much more, say a decade. Hence a way your choices can be magnified - because decades are passing not days and years. It could be a race between doing missions and time passing relatively so quickly back home, your wife reaching old age and facing death whilst you have only spent 6 months away. Nice mechanic.

[@eastbow6053]

i doubt that you ll be having wife and kids cause that would suck really bad, travelers probably travel till they are 40 then if they want they settle down forever. When they say family they could also mean close friends cousins uncles etc etc, we do know that you are the child of a great explorer and founder of the planet i suspect that your father dies early

[@CurtOntheRadio]

@@eastbow6053 Sure. It's a nice device to raise all those issues without having something really contrived. I like it.

[@modassalvis]

Well, Starfield was also a long-time passion project for Tod Howard. But this certainly looks a lot more promissing

[@enightc]

The difference Is the writing team. Starfield just didn't have that story to keep me interested.

[@rhodan74]

Before I see any gameplay ( and I don't mean the shooting and wizarding) I can't be really hyped for it. It's all about the presentation and feedback for those choices. They have been so vague I can imagine the game being a mission-based linear corridor shooter where each level ends with a few animated menues where you click on "choices" and then a cutscene plays :)

[@nietzscheshorse7713]

Is that music from mass effect?

[@spellandshield]

Yes.

[@pawsgerby]

Archetype is a subsidiary of Hasbro. so make sure you don’t let yr expectations run too wild based on the marketing thus far

[@smokingbarrels7019]

Can you create your own character in the game? Or are you stuck as a set protagonist?

[@spellandshield]

You can create your own appearance but it is set protagonist.

[@Begeaux]

They’re saying the same stuff all the other devs are saying - childhood dream, choices matter, urgency,… It’s the Todd Howard special. No reason to be excited, so far. Aesthetics are nice so far, which is the only real thing so far.

[@spellandshield]

Fair but I think that these guys have a very different pedigree compared to Tod.

[@Majber]

do they have steam page? cant find them...

[@spellandshield]

They have a webpage; look up Archetype Entertainment.

[@t.t6294]

the idea is very interesting but idk if they can pull it off. the "ex developers of X game" rarely ever pays off

[@Revanchist]

Ehh I dunno... sounds too ambitious and probably won't be what people are expecting. Don't get me wrong, they probably will have the things they mention but (probably) not at the scale they are hyping it up. I just don't see that happening. Only type of games that have "massive choices and consequences" are text based games or CRPGs. Most of these triple/double A games just have the illusion of choice in them and I don't see this game being any different in that regard.

[@ageup7493]

Im also having my eyes on this game, even if we have seen pretty much nothing. But aren´t they been supported by Hasbro? who many youtubers hate somehow because of how greedy they are?

[@spellandshield]

WOTC has promised them they would be hands off...

[@ageup7493]

@@spellandshield it is true then… hopefully it stays that way after release…

[@jeremysanders8766]

I have a greater hope for Exodus than the disappointment known as veilguard.

[@alex-uw4mm]

hmm... sounds like a game, made by people that aim to make a game... splendit

[@GrmDark]

All this looks, sounds and feel like a mid 2000s game and so far theres been no gameplay revealed?🤔

[@steffen89able]

If we’re playing a set character then it’s definitely a pass.

[@spellandshield]

You are not as in you have a role but you can choose your appeaance and more.

[@steffen89able]

@@spellandshield Great. Don’t know how this game flew under my radar. Huge Mass Effect fan.

[@spellandshield]

@@steffen89able Check out my other videos on the game; I talk about more things you might have missed.

[@cyberpunkalphamale]

Such a familiar voice...

[@iDEATH]

The well has been so thoroughly poisoned by DEI crap at this point it's hard for me to feel much hype for anything, but I am a bit hyped for this. Classic era Bioware devs, sci-fi, time dilation shenanigans, and more than enough development time remaining for them to veer away from DEI (if they even need to) in the wake of recent massive flops...my fingers are crossed hard for Exodus! At the very least, I really want it to be great, so I'll give them every chance.

[@spellandshield]

Cautious optimism like I said.

[@iDEATH]

@@spellandshield 100% that, or as I like to put it, tentatively excited.

[@Varangian_af_Scaniae]

"long term passion project, which is always a good thing" Are you sure about that? Starfield was Todd Howards passion project!!!...

[@spellandshield]

I am not sure and never claimed to be; it could flop and if it does, it will flop but there are more reasons to be optimistic about this than anything God Howard says or does...

[@JulesElbeshausen]

The concatenation of Effects? Wot, you mean like that Diversity Equity and Inclusion BS on the game's Web-site?

[@SurenderGA]

I am sorry but it looks more like death stranding than mass effect

[@Braven-j7m]

give me sexy and cool looking alien races and im in

[@hammerofscience534]

If this game is normal and anything like Mass Effect it should hit the market just as all these other woke studios finish imploding. If it's good it could be one of the biggest sellers ever, because gamers are going to be thirsty for a good normal game by then. Fingers crossed! How

[@spellandshield]

It probably will have certain elemtns but it could still be good despite that.

[@Beef1188]

What happens when you give successful industry veterans a good budget and just tell them to go crazy? Well, the chances are good that they will wipe the fucking floor with what the degenerate AAA games industry is today!

[@evils222]

is this game for 'modern audience' or for normal audience?

[@apres-lachute8718]

It will be like BG3, pretty woke but also pretty good.

[@ironickeyboard5092]

I'm not excited. Given recent history of games, I have no faith in any developer to deliver something that isn't a dei/esg riddled mess. They're going to have to prove it.

[@kkkk-uh1cu]

A mere 45 000 year time frame severely breaks my suspension of disbelief I'm afraid. It's somewhere up there with "a wizard did it" in a bad way, not a good way.