Final Update To "Still Alive": The Game I Want To Make - Project Settlement

This is the final video to both the "Still Alive" series and KOKOSterns KZbin channel. I will be showing and explaining Eyals passion project: Settlement (or sttlmnt as he started spelling it).
Settlement is supposed to be a 2D omnidirectional hybrid of a strategy game with a single currency base building / expansion system combined with exploration aspects turning the game into a rogue like experience. You're in control of the main character who will indirectly take control of peasants by assigning them roles, as well as set out to explore to improve available buildings and hero skills. Each run is supposed to take up to one hour at which point you'll try to slay the enemy which threatens your settlement.
If you are interested in taking up this concept and working on the idea, please get in touch with me via [e-mail] so that I can share all available material and invite you to the discord channel.
Thank you all for being there for Eyal and supporting him.
Still Alive: • Still Alive

[@franpower8208]

I'm so sorry to hear of Eyal's passing away. I worked with him as our team lead at Akelius, making games. He was a funny, generous and intelligent guy who was so passionate about games, and vegan food of course! He would bring in tasty cookies and cakes that you made almost every day and share them with our team and the whole floor sometimes! We had lots of great chats over lunch and lots of laughs. I'm just very sad to hear we have lost Eyal. Rest in peace my friend ❤️

[@spirelligames8844]

I'm currently rewatching old Sill Alive videos and in part 5 I'm apparently making one of said cakes :)

[@nmsspacedude9799]

Hi 'Elly' - I'm an older guy in my late 60s now - a gamer, in the UK in 2023. So, I just bought Baldur's Gate 2 EE...and found KOKOStern's vids - re both BG2EE and his illness. My first wife died in 2003 of cancer in the UK...so just dropping this here just in case you ever happen to see it. I do hope and pray that you're getting towards some sort of 'new normal' life for yourself. It happens gradually, and life memories will trip you up...but somehow a new-normal does begin to come along. And, I know, you'll never forget your love for the wonderful person they were. Eventually the bad memories reduce, but the precious memories are always there. Blessings bloss. TD.

[@chemt4684]

I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a beautiful person. He will be a greatly missed.

[@nombrynn7849]

Your husband had an incredible impact on me. His bravery in the face of such a devastating disease was uplifting for me. I'll remember him always. Bless you.

[@spirelligames8844]

As he did on me. I'm trying to face my current situation with the same bravery that we had towards the cancer, though it's tough. But hey, there's also a video titled "it's okay to cry and be sad" so I'm following all the advice

[@larafilatova6653]

я не знала этого стримера, но нашла статью про него в одной группе. сочувствую вам, все обязательно наладится и все плохое забудется I didn't know this streamer, but I found an article about him in one group. I sympathize with you, everything will definitely work out and everything bad will be forgotten sorry for bad English..

[@sitamargona7629]

Hello from Russia! I learned about this channel by chance from an anonymous public, and I offer my condolences to you - a good and bright person is gone, and almost no one knew about his efforts. Please do not leave this channel, maybe you can somehow promote it in the future? ... I really believe in you. And remember that he stays alive in his videos and in your heart. (I translated with the help of a translator, but I hope the point is clear, please don't give up)

[@gwynethgrove772]

I saw the sad news a few days ago. I’m so sorry for your loss. He always seemed so dignified when talking about his illness and what he faced. I loved watching you make your beautiful blankets in the background. It seemed to me that you are the one who anchored him, loved him and held him high during the difficult journey. Best wishes to you take care.

[@spirelligames8844]

Other than brief periods we always kept making plans, last year we were still traveling around, this year we set up a new flat and got cats. Whatever happened, and through all the backslashes of negative results, we managed to hold on to each other for support. I take so much from my time with him.

[@cindyhorst8316]

You two had such a beautiful love, it hurts my heart to see how much pain you're in. You made him so happy, he lit up whenever he spoke of you. I'm glad he had you by his side always. Hope the kitties bring you some comfort.

[@spirelligames8844]

He made me so happy too, we really were a great match. Our passions overlapped, we could comfort and support each other in tough times, we constantly worked on and grew as a couple. I'm glad he was by my side.

[@davidartajona2152]

I’m really sorry for your loss. Even though I only knew kokostern through his videos I could see how passionated he was about the things he loved: his games, projects and more importantly you. You have been there day-in-day-out for him, so I thank YOU for doing it, for being, most possibly , the main reason for kokostern to keep fighting his illness. Please accept my sincere condolences, my respect and my admiration for everything you have done for such a genuine guy. P.S. Thank you Eyal for sharing your knowledge with us. You have given us the greatest lesson ones can learn. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TIME WITH US

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you. Eyal meant the world for me and I'd do it all again. I know that time after time he picked up another chemo just for me, to keep fighting and to keep being able to picture a future together. If he hadn't been incurable from the get go there would have been nothing able to stop him.

[@Tiger-rw3od]

I cannot express how sad I am for your loss. I only knew him through his youtube videos, but I did enjoy every one of them. He did look like a really nice person. Always calm, understanding. I do wish he had more time. I do wish I would find his channel sooner. I will miss his commentary on Baldur's Gate 3. Every time I'll start that game now It will remind me of him. My heart is broken.

[@spirelligames8844]

He was a wonderful person and always tried to get better and work on his flaws. I think his most powerful asset was how he helped people discover what they want to do or who they want to be, and he was so encouraging in getting you there.

[@Tiger-rw3od]

@@spirelligames8844 I wish I could help you in any way in this tremendous pain you must be feeling. I did lose someone very close to me years ago and it still has a mark on my heart. I still feel the emptiness and every action I take during the day just reminds me of that person. But I'm grateful even burdened with all this pain. Because I was fortunate enough to spend that little time together, which defined me, guided me, and first and foremost taught me what true love really is. I will never forget the person and I will surely honor the memory. There is no remedy nor advice that could be given. Time will ease the pain a little. My prayers are with you. I hope they'll give you strength. My heart is with you.

[@spirelligames8844]

@@Tiger-rw3od I have nothing to add to that, you said it beautifully. I hope it will get easier, for both of us

[@cindyhorst7021]

I have been thinking of you and hoping you and your kitties are well. Ii can't even imagine being widowed and losing your best friend so young. I just wanted you to know I still see his beautiful smile and his upbeat personality in my memory. He handled things with such grace. We haven't forgotten or stopped praying for you.

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you so much. Things are rough, but having the kitties is definitely helping. They are so cuddly, and have fond memories attached to them. Life does go on, and I'm grateful for all the support I'm getting.

[@matthewcaruana8110]

A terrible loss for all 😢 my condolences to you miss and to all his friends and family 💔 may he now rest peacefully ❤️

[@prncss_ultimate]

I struggle to find good words. I'm sorry for your loss, we will miss him dearly. We never got to hang out since our return to Berlin, please feel free to send a brief message if you'd like to meet and I'll find you on Facebook to connect.

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you. He really loved hanging out with people so much, it sucked that in his last year he also had to deal with the restrictions of corona. I'm not on FB, but you could reach out to me via email.

[@m3ntal_c0re]

He and his channel was such a gem... I came back here after seeing baldurs gate gameplay a few years ago. I hope the gods will give him a job according to his passionate soul...

[@squashedeyeball]

A punch to the gut. My heart grieves with you... For such a loss, words fail me. But my prayers are with you and with Eyal's family. And I pray that his game will made. May he rest in peace. ת.נ.צ.ב.ה יהי זכרו ברוך.

[@ethanpeng3118]

The first time I watched Kokostern was only a couple of weeks ago when I watched him play Baldur’s Gate II. He was so passionate and funny in the videos. I’m so sorry he couldn’t make it until Baldur’s Gate III came out earlier this month. Having lost a close friend very recently myself, I’d like to share this quote form Irvin Yalom’s book with every one of you touched by Kokostern: “The way to value life, the way to feel compassion for others, the way to love anything with greatest depth is to be aware that these experiences are destined to be lost.” Thank you for all the joy you gave us, Kokostern!

[@spirelligames8844]

A friend who played BG2 and often discussed the series with KOKOStern actually told me that he'd have loved BG3 and knowing that brings me joy. We can't focus on all the things he missed out on, but how much greatness is out there and all he got to experience. Others will experience the game and be passionate about it, I'm sure. I'm sorry for your loss, I hope you are doing well.

[@ethanpeng3118]

@@spirelligames8844 Thank you. I am well and I hope you are too. He will be missed.

[@briangarlick4374]

Hi I'm so sorry to hear your sad news. I started watching this channel because of the baldursgate 2 walkthrough a good few years ago, his enthusiasm really showed through. I really want to say something that may make you feel a little bit better, but really only time is the healer. You were really brave to make and upload this video, thankyou so much. Shortly I will be starting baldursgate 3, and your husband will be in my thoughts while I play it. Take care, and like everyone else lots luv at this time. X

[@spirelligames8844]

Have fun with Baldurs Gate and thanks for your support

[@goldenwafflegames]

Damn, I kind of lost track of his channel through the algorithm for a few years. I randomly thought about him and decided to see what was new. I am floored. I spent many many nights binging his content. I will never forget the relatable way he came across. I know it's late but my condolences and I will be going back to re-watch that BGII playthough.

[@justinhollis5579]

Dam it... I've tried for the last 15min to adequately and eloquently express in words but can't seem to... I sit here as a 38yr on the other side of the world with tears rolling down my cheeks for a man I never had the chance to meet. My condolences and best wishes to his family and friends.

[@spirelligames8844]

He was a great person and I'm so lucky to have spent so much time with him, despite our struggles. He touched so many and his influence will stay with me my entire life.

[@justinhollis5579]

@@spirelligames8844 Take care of yourself and I thankyou for bringing some closure to what was both a heart breaking and inspiring journey to many who followed... Now I need to go hug my kids😥

[@powermetalbard]

Rest in Peace, Eyal. You will be missed, but you will live on through your videos. I loved following your channel and you basically taught me how to play Baldur’s Gate, which has become a franchise that has become very dear to me. Your fans miss you and love you, see you on the other side❤️

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you! I'm looking forward to getting into BG, though it's a very different genre to what I usually play. In the last month he actually got me to play Dark Souls 3 (and wow it was hard) and he taught me how to play. Eventually we ended up playing it as a kind of multiplayer, constantly spanning each other and doing the same regions together.

[@powermetalbard]

@@spirelligames8844 That’s a fantastic way to play Dark Souls, i’ve done two co-op playthroughs with a buddy of mine and we had a great time. If you need someone to play co-op with sometime, let me know :D

[@spirelligames8844]

​@@powermetalbard He did make me play solo first and I struggled so much at the first boss - but I remember the moment I finally beat him and we hugged and celebrated!

[@heidi1651]

Sending love to you and him.

[@ReneeWadsworth89]

I am so so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing this update with us and continuing his passion project. You're an amazing human ❤️❤️❤️ sending you all the love and strength during this time.

[@osirisgem]

I thought it was about a game he had mentioned and spoken of before and left a comment before the video began, I am so sorry. I know it's of no comfort to you now, and although I didn't know him terribly well we had been correspondent for some time. His optimism was so much greater then sum of even my parts and weep I as I type these words. I am effectively a stranger to you, and while it might just seem like empty platitude I assure I mean it wholly when I say of there is anything I can do to assist in anyway I can I would be honored to do so. I am so so so sorry, and in the weight of his absence it must seem as though everything is now will be forever less. Don't surrender to despair or nihilism, it's cliché to say it will get easier but it will. Please be mindful of my offer. When my husband died quite unexpectedly I was in such a state that I don't know how I ended up where I am now when it was though I would care for nothing and no one for the remainder of life. I won't presume to understand the nature of your loss simply because I went through something similar, I do understand the nature of grief and if you need to talk or anything, I am here for you. -Vallin

[@spirelligames8844]

I take a lot from how we dealt with the cancer and try to apply it to how I'm dealing with this now. The optimism and the resolve to keep going, no matter what. I'm sorry for your loss, and as much hardship and pain we got because of the cancer, we did also get to face his death together at least a little bit. I doubt anyone can be prepared fully for such an event.

[@osirisgem]

@@spirelligames8844 You 're right of course, we could have a thousand lifetimes with someone and they day they aren't there it will still have been too soon.

[@christopherbaptiste8586]

I am so sorry for your loss. Eyal always showed great resilience no matter what the results of his medical tests were and I admire him for also keeping focused on communicating with us while making new videos for us to see. I wish you all the love and support .

[@spirelligames8844]

He was always a fan of living openly and sharing, and that also helped others to be very open towards him. He was a master at communication.

[@thefruch7588]

I'm really sorry for your alls loss......I never have the right words to express condolences. All I know is I first got introduced to this whole channel just merely trying to learn how play a game.....then I saw his diagnoses....He was a brilliant guy and very articulate. pardon my french but FUCK CANCER! I'm sick of seeing people get lost because of it. Rest easy koko (Eyal)

[@AliceRadialt]

I just got recommended this video out of nowhere and... despite never having seen anything from the developer. I... really feel sad despite it, I also have a passion project in work but everyone I had in the team... stopped working on it, they stopped reacting to any kind of announcement I made and I low-key expected it because they were not hired, they were volunteers. I too didn't had the privilege to hire and coincidentally I'm close to giving up... I could relate so much I had goosebumps... I just feel so sorry

[@spirelligames8844]

I hope you find the strength to continue by yourself until there'll be others joining you again

[@AliceRadialt]

@@spirelligames8844 ... you have my thanks, it still breaks my heart to think people in the team no longer partake in the polls for game design decisions, no visitor ever talks in the discord server making the whole project feel like a true ghost town

[@shioenix]

M so sorry im going to miss him loved his videos ❤😭

[@spirelligames8844]

He loved his viewers, he always said "as long as there's even one person watching that I can make happy, I'll continue"

[@sylviarogier1]

Just finding this now. Heartbroken for you and Eyal.

[@lunis471]

My heart is hurting I'm so so sorry I truly am for your loss. Such a lovely young man, he appreciated every comment that was here. We were all rooting for him. I came here to look for him as I was aware he hadn't uploaded anything. Thank you for telling us and take care of yourself ❤️

[@spirelligames8844]

I rewatched the whole series and really saw how with every single video and update people were cheering him on. He kept fighting through every setback that he experienced. Such strength and will to life is truly inspiring.

[@JillanneBoan]

I am so sorry. He was a passionate and funny guy. I cried through the whole video. I will have to rewatch it to hear what he was saying.

[@spirelligames8844]

Passion was the number one thing for him, if you're passionate about something you can sway the world. I think he did with his passion for games :)

[@jonathanantongoorin3407]

Lot's of love, and may memories of Eyal be a candlelight in your life. ❤️

[@JustIn_Kase]

I just found this channel about a month ago looking for Baldur's Gate help. Since then I watched a bunch of his why you should videos and many other letsplays. I wish I found him earlier but I am glad to at least know him through his past videos

[@happyestus6688]

I cannot imagine how you must be feeling right now. I offer my sincerest condolences. Your husband was a great man and though I only watched his content for the last 2 years, he has brought pure joy to many many of my worst days.

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you, he brought me so much joy as well, long into becoming sick. He was a wonderful husband and our relationship was constantly improving. In all his influences he's still with me and will always be.

[@ILoveHorrorsSoMuch]

I found Eyal's channel around three years ago by mere coincidence. I remember the first time I watched his video, there was something about the way he spoke and interacted with us that just stuck with me. I saw that he wasn't famous or anything of the sort, yet he had an unparalleled dedication to this channel. It was so impressive, and despite not watching his videos, I never forgot the name KOKOstern and would remember to search it up every couple of months to see how he was. I remember when he announced that he was sick. I suppose a part of me always hoped he would just get better. I'm so sorry for your loss, he was undoubtedly a kind, beautiful soul and will live in the memory of many people, mine included.

[@spirelligames8844]

He was so passionate about games and his channel. Thanks for sharing

[@jlaplaable]

it was sad to hear he will be missed

[@paulm1026]

Im so sorry to hear your sad news. I wish you all the best.

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you, I'll try to make Eyal proud

[@MossyCreature]

Thank you so much for posting this. It's inspiring to see Eyal's optimism and passion, and I wish you the best.

[@chuckolator1859]

I am very sorry. Thank you so much for being his support and doing what you did for him. And thank you, Eyal, for sharing your light with the world. I really look forward to the day when Settlement is completed. God bless.

[@spirelligames8844]

I'd do it all again, I just wish we would have gotten more time. Wasn't up to us

[@robertotrittico4388]

His energy helped me go through tough times, I hope many people will get what he gave me RIP

[@schofieldkid5257]

This breaks my heart. I can’t describe how much this has hurt me. I’m so sorry to see such a great person pass.

[@drugsilove2364]

Holy shit. I was just watching his video about stealing and learning spells in BG2:EE (kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYuXm5R_dsasZ7c), I found it by searching "stealing store baldur's gate 2". He looked young on that video which I find curious since Baldur's Gate 2 was an old game. I got curious and wanted to learn more about him, and I saw this video with "still alive" in the title. He looked older in the thumbnail, it's always nice to see a fellow gamer still enjoying these games after all these years. May he be glorious in the next adventures in The Beyond. 😊

[@sushiwade4095]

(sorry for rough English) I'm at University studying how to develop videogames, but I know too little to help and I don't know even if I will have the time to work on my projects. All of this is sad, but I will not forget this video, I'll remember your words, to work on what we want because who knows what can happen tomorrow. I could only imagine how hard it is, but in time everytime is going to be all right, obviously beside some comments and replies, I don't know him but I'm sure he wants you to feel fine and happy as soon as possibile. Stay strong

[@spirelligames8844]

Good luck with your studies and I hope you will find time to work on your own passion projects at least!

[@sushiwade4095]

@@spirelligames8844 @Spirelli Games I was thinking about the game mentioned in the video, and saw that is free on epic games, what a coincidence

[@looniemoonie5955]

All I can say is... Fuck cancer. Seriously. This is awful when such talented and bright person just... dies at such a young age. Sorry for your loss, I am happy he had someone along his side in these moments. That he wasn't alone.

[@McM2000]

Das tut mir so Leid! Viel Kraft für diese Zeit! :'(

[@louie4426]

my condolences go out to you. i hope he is still issuing commands from the big terminal in the sky :)

[@ESmaniak]

He was a legend

[@JimPanse1989]

Sorry for your loss, he was a great guy.

[@Vanessa1234620]

May he RIP..thank you.

[@user-du8rw6tb6r]

Thank you for posting it. Surely it was hard for you, and we appreciate it

[@jacobross6897]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[@kamoshxwty]

Just discovered this channel through the Planescape playthroughs, sucks to see this. RIP.

[@kierankelleher007]

Hi KOKOwife (apologies I can’t pronounce your name properly Spirali?) but just so you know my heart goes out to you. What a thoughtful, brave and kind person you are to finish his video and continue his channel. I just saw your Baldur’s Gate 3 video as well and will be watching closely. My own girlfriend died suddenly two years ago - who loved sitting next to me go through videos - and my pain is always there - the sense of loss can be overwhelming at times - and other times you try to honour their memory - how wonderful to see you do these videos. So what you are doing with this channel thank you. I hope it helps for you and pray you are doing a bit better now. Brave, brave lady. Bless you. Please stay in contact with KOKO’s fans here - we have great memories of him and it is great to see you here.

[@spirelligames8844]

Thank you so much for reaching out, my condolences about your girlfriend. It sucks to lose somebody with whom you could share your passion. Somehow it still feels unreal to me, how could he just disappear? But through his game, or games like BG, or this channel and all of you, I feel close to him.

[@arcanavoresmanavault2637]

One love. So sorry for your lost.

[@kyler247]

RIP Kokostern

[@jase555uk]

I’m sorry for your loss he will be missed

[@countdracula3811]

RIP my friend

[@RareBirdGames]

Much love!

[@piperrose7461]

I’m so sorry sweetheart he loved you dearly ..

[@bustyblondebeachbunny4827]

I am so very sorry to hear this sad news . So sorry honey. :(

[@lipsesgaming134]

R.I.P i watched his video gameplay 7 years ago and now im so sad 😭😭😭

[@MantisCrawl]

RIP Eyal

[@osirisgem]

Hey, it's been quite a while but I am just checking up with you, and seeing if you are alright. Hardly the forum to do so but I didn't know how else I might contact you. Just know you both are still in my thoughts.

[@mccoy4369]

Thats very sad. Ok, im going to keep my promiss i made to him, his baldurs gate playthrough is the best on the website and im not just saying that because of this moment. I promissed i wont let that playthrough die with him, he gave me pomisstion to do this.

[@SillyMe879]

RIP :(

[@OhManTFE]

RIP

[@boeta7491]

So sorry

[@KingLies]

KZbind Baldur's Gate 2 watchers keep boss, and watched the 2014 video. Went into videos to find the next in the series, ended up here. Proper sad.

[@666baby7]

oof my heart...... :(

[@svetokotik]

Классный был парень

[@JamesThomas-pj2lx]

I'd been using the channel as a guide to crawl through my old fav. BG2.... I thought, I like this guy, goofy, but like him. "Your a queer fellow".....

[@cokezero1]

I'm very sorry😔

[@osirisgem]

OH shit

[@Greg123-g8g]

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