Games That Need a Physical Release - Game Sack

Episode 133 - Some games are only available via digital download. But some of these are so good that we'd love physical copies. What games would you like to see physical copies of?
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[@MarsGundam]

This episode should serve as a warning to gamers that we risk losing a generation of games by being digital only. All it takes is for a game company to go under or a game company just being dicks and removing it from the marketplace. There are countless games that have gone missing already because of this and looks like it might only be getting worse with companies, especially Japanese ones, taking their games off digital store fronts. Also, good episode guys see you in two weeks.

[@linkno1]

***** Yes, support PC gaming instead of consoles. That will surely stop you from missing out on games...Wait...

[@fuxyews2177]

MarsGundam Digital releases can actually make games more versatile for survival. I have 100's of games and the appropriate software/extractors backed up on 2 hard-drives. I can (theoretically) make a million copies and all anyone needs is a generic USB stick with the appropriate level of space, or for me to upload one to a website. Its a pain in the ass trying to preserve cartridges and disks and consoles in comparison.

[@gozinta82]

MarsGundam Totally agree; I grew up when everything in video games was a physical release, even if it be only w/ special bundles or bought at certain locations. Now it seems like these digital release games are being taken down one after another. I wish it would go back to PC taking priority, then console getting appropriate ports. This would better ensure PC gets the version they deserve, and the consoles get the ports that take advantage of their hardware. All of this crap going on with Konami, Sega, Nintendo and Capcom is getting me nervous.

[@PikaLink91]

MarsGundam That is why, if a game exists physically, I always make sure to buy that one, so that I can immortalize it in my collection and in our culture.

[@cacomeat7385]

***** agreed, I even think using GOG is better than having physical copies! And the fact that a few devs think preserving old games is "illegal" (no fucking joke) is downright depressing.

[@ShadeWMD]

Sometimes when I go to the Thai massage parlor I get a full physical release.

[@ubinbamboozled]

Ha!

[@shadoom]

I kekd goos job

[@pcachu]

Shade Draws Hey-chicka-bum-bum.

[@ashfury]

Then you proceed to get an After Burner Climax.

[@salum75]

Shade Draws i need a copy of that one !

[@montengro234]

I like that you guys are so dedicated that you removed a part of the video that was false and reuploaded it reditted despite not needing to It shows you guys really care

[@TwilightCalzone]

Scott Pilgrim was a great game. Everything from the sound design and music to the aesthetic was pretty satisfying.

[@AlphaOmegaSin]

After Burner Climax needs to be it's own game or just part of a After Burner Collection of sorts. Would be quite nice to see

[@SwordofKings]

AlphaOmegaSin after burner climax is so goddamn good

[@AlphaOmegaSin]

***** It really is, It's my personal favorite of the entire series

[@filipemiguel08]

AlphaOmegaSin Shovel Knight and hotline miami 2 too.

[@gid100]

AlphaOmegaSin I cry bcuz it isn't ;(

[@torgogorgo1888]

AlphaOmegaSin After Burner Climax made me do just that.

[@ProtoMario]

Castle Crashers, Limbo, Bastion, Child of Light are just some examples for me! And I love After Burner Climax!

[@kennedynumber11]

Hey proto, what's up. Hey bro what is your gamertag on Xbox so we could game.

[@YoungGerald1104]

Daniel Gatta he puts it on the description of every video he makes and proto do you have advanced warfare and destiny on the 360 because i requested you on live

[@Realwessharpe]

Child of Light got a physical release on PS Vita

[@Andres33AU]

ProtoMario They sell Castle Crashers figurines on the Behemoth store website, but I would have loved to see one of the figurines included with a physical copy of Castle Crashers, if it ever existed.

[@Narniak69]

ProtoMario Limbo got a physical release for the 360 on a "triple pack" disc with Splosion Man and Trails HD. Fantastic value that you can get for under $15 on Amazon as I type this.

[@tmb11212]

I believe that they re-uploaded because when they said that Far Cry Blood Dragon was a download only title with a code with the collection, apparently they didn't know that it was physically released along with 2 & 3, so they removed the Far Cry Blood Dragon statement from the video since it actually has a physical release.

[@GardevoirEx1]

Troy Mcbean If this is true, then damn those millenials and their need to correct facts on otherwise great youtube videos.

[@GameSack]

Troy Mcbean This is correct.

[@HistoricaHungarica]

Game Sack But why delete the video? Why not just add a "DISCLAIMER!!" annotation? Even pros tend to make mistakes and correct it via "youtube annotations". (and i can't remember what i wrote about Axiom Verge but i can remember that it was a good comment :) )

[@clintgirard677]

HistoricaHungarica real pros also produce at a higher quality.

[@tmb11212]

HistoricaHungarica I'm sure that they don't want many comments making that statement, so I believe that they delete it so that they won't have to face the comments pointing that out.

[@MicahBuzanANIMATION]

You know what I think needs a physical release? GAME SACK!

[@Modtro64]

A Game I think should be made to have a physical release is Freedom Planet developed by GalaxyTrail It's a Sonic styled platformer but there's much more going on with the frantic action of Gunstar Heroes. You have Sash Lilac who plays like a bit like a combination of Sonic and Ristar. She's a dragon by the way. Then you have Carol Tea who is a wild cat who more close range and she has a motorcycle that defies gravity being able to drive up walls There's a 3rd character you can unlock name Milla who is a dog but I don't know much of her yet Basically the Story is very engaging and you'll be so attached to it and the music is one of the best things about this game. I would say this something we could have Easily seen on the SEGA CD. If you ever make a 2nd video with this topic is love to see you go over this game. And if anyone reads this, check it out is not that expensive on Steam or if you wait a bit its coming to the Wii U on the Nintendo eShop.

[@Crazy_Gamer_OG]

Ian Murray Yea, Freedom Planet is a good game but I doubt Galaxy Trail has the funds to make a physical release possible. Their game didn't sell well at launch due to it's late summer release date which is apparently one of the worse times to release a game.

[@Modtro64]

Golden Age Gamer Probably but hey a guy can still Dream can he?

[@Redhotsmasher]

You should've mentioned it's also available DRM free on GoG.

[@Crazy_Gamer_OG]

Redhotsmasher It's also available at their website DRM free. freedomplanet.galaxytrail.com/index.htm

[@Redhotsmasher]

Golden Age Gamer Thanks, good to know. I already bought it on GoG but useful info nonetheless.

[@mylifeingaming]

[Coury] I said it before, I'll say it again. I'd buy every single one of these games on a physical disc day one.

[@n0isyturtle]

_"Konami did an amazing thing!"_ There's a sentence we'll never hear ever again.

[@issen2291]

Just read the comment about reuploading a video because they had to fix an error and hot damn, most people would've just used annotations or a description change in order to keep the ratings and views. A+ for integrity and commitment to quality, Game Sack. Kudos.

[@TheLoneGameMan]

Thank you, Game Sack, for letting me Like a video that tears into Phil Fish a second time. :)

[@SadMonti]

That ending was worth watching it again! XD

[@n64glennplant]

best end slate skit of all time :)

[@keppj0nes]

I thought the video was removed as an epic statement on digital only releases disappearing.

[@jbfarley]

***** that would have been funny if it was true, or a Phil fish dmca claim

[@gozinta82]

I wonder what happened last night! I saw this before I went to be and decided to watch it when I woke up. I can understand your commitment and wanting to make sure the info in your videos is accurate. Much appreciation for your hard work on these, keep doing what you are doing!

[@js.sunset]

The Disney Afternoon Collection ABSOLUTELY needs to be released physically! I'm holding out for it.

[@GodofBoris]

I wish it had one

[@MuJoNeSs]

The BEST show to watch in a sunday morning!

[@RGT85]

THANK YOU. On my video for the Retro VGS people didn't understand me saying that digital isn't the same as physical as far as owning it. Great vid as usual guys.

[@TheBlackbirdii]

Shovel Knight is getting a physical release across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and 3DS, according to Best Buy.

[@gozinta82]

TheBlackbirdii if that's true, I can't wait!

[@jbfarley]

gozinta82 It's not, best buy was misleading according to the dev.

[@RustyX2010]

TheBlackbirdii yeah just like a guy from Best Buy said that the PS3 will be a short lived system when it first came out

[@frankflorez5168]

gozinta82 was just at GameStop and its listed for pre orders and has posters out on the wall. It is coming my friend. Now I just want the resident evil 1 remaster physical disc

[@gozinta82]

Frank Florez thx for the heads up, Frank :). A game I've wanted to help kickstart when it first showed on the internet, now I can finally give the dev some props, and actually own a physical copy. WOOT

[@bobbusc]

My girlfriend and I giggled each time you said physical release. I hope you had as much fun coming up with that title as we had watching this episode.

[@DemomanX614]

That After Burner Climax is pretty fun, we have it at the arcade I work at. Its awesome with the motion seats.

[@GameSack]

DemomanX614 How much does it cost to play per game? I saw a stand-up version at an arcade in Arizona that was $5 per play. That's ridiculously expensive.

[@DemomanX614]

We use game cards(kinda like Dave n Busters) and It is about 1 dollar a game(5 credits from the game card) Also we have two for link play.

[@GameSack]

DemomanX614 That's much more reasonable, especially for the sit down version. How does link play work? I can understand it for racing games but I didn't know that Climax had any kind of head-to-head or cooperative action in it.

[@DemomanX614]

It's co-op, and somewhat a battle for the best score for each section. but if you and your teammate chart for the highscore list you are listed together

[@torgogorgo1888]

DemomanX614 That makes sense. I always thought a dollar per play was insane as a kid, but 5 bucks? Yikes.

[@AzureSymbiote]

Dave, those mounds of bodies in Axiom Verge are explained in a note.

[@Tanerion]

As I was saying earlier: the Shantae sequels should have physical releases. A compilation of the trilogy of currently released Shantae games would also be great.

[@rface0]

SO glad to see Afterburner Climax and the sega 3D classics included here. The afterburner II 3d classic version even has a climax-inspired gamemode once you clear the base game!

[@LordZeromus]

Great video guys! I wouldn't be surprised if Phil Fish wrote actually wrote a letter like that.

[@chikknlipps2058]

Another great episode, gentlemen. Thank you.

[@josphok4142]

thank you again joe and dave ( game sack).. for this amazing video please keep up , and god bless you .. . . .i thought the video gone , but now i am happy to see it back amazing work

[@andriodman1]

Dude that video at the end!!! That's awesome.

[@matrixandraia]

A physical English translated copy of Deathsmiles 2 would've been nice, but I'm more than pleased that Cave released it digitally on the X360. =)

[@linkno1]

God damn, that end skit, so perfect! But yea, this was a nice episode. I didn't think there would be as many 'recent' games I've not at least heard of before but I barely knew any of these titles! Though I guess that's what happens when you don't really take notice of digital only releases. Such as shame that some of these are not only digital only but I can't even play a few of them anymore...

[@nightwolf29]

Awesome video guys, thank you! After watching this video I might get some of those games on my ps4.

[@keppj0nes]

Good to see it back up. Please consider doing more developer themed episodes someday...including either From Software, or even Acquire Corp...

[@PhilShary]

0:58 loved this small gesture. :)

[@d0x360]

Phil fish skit is PURE gold.

[@JAGO_Tech]

While not full DLC, Gamespy just shut down servers that impacted 40+ PS2, XBOX, & PC titles online play. If they had been pure DLC, games luke Battlefield 2 would be gone. It'll happen 15 years from now...

[@jfitnesshealth]

m15granger yea man, thats why i never downloaded DLC unless its free, because whats the point if I cant get it back? then my money was wasted. Thats why I hate that with Battlefield Vietnam 2009 (not 2004) has no AI / Bots for multiplayer.

[@gozinta82]

m15granger I miss Gamespy network; they really stuck their necks out for the community back then (pretty much one of the only ones at the time) and it was all for free. Free to use their servers, chat, launch program, etc. I teared up when I went to see their website and see it shut down. So much memories from Jedi Knights, Quake, etc.

[@RustyX2010]

gozinta82 those were the days!

[@billyboy10011001]

You guys are just awesome. Love your show. Greetings from Austria

[@plezurhounds]

Thanks again guys!!!

[@g40rc378]

Spelunker HD from PSN - the best download only game I've ever played, especially the co-op play.

[@Mr_x_19922]

megaman 9 & 10 also needs physical releases

[@lachiripiolca]

Awesome vid. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@advocatefish3562]

Shadow Complex should get a physical copy and a sequel. And maybe both Costume Quest games deserve physical release, those games just warm my heart.

[@steveman1823]

Yay! A new GameSack video!!

[@joeyd1404]

I love the Blast Processing t'shirt!!

[@Hallowedbethybrain]

Great episode guys!

[@PlayerFiveVids]

Great episode guys! There definitely are a lot of indie games that need a physical release. :)

[@JamesStocks]

Best gaming show on KZbin

[@culturedbrother]

- After Burner Collection (Yeah, just to include the awesome "After Burner Climax" on there) - Vector Unit Anthology (Beach Buggy Racing, Riptide GP Series and maybe even Hydro Thunder Hurricane) - Mortal Blitz VR (while making the game bigger)

[@KawaiiGames]

The ending was really funny :D

[@bluestacks37]

Awesome video guys :) Was this uploaded earlier and then removed and re-upped again? Or am I imagining things and just wanting my Game Sack fix sooner than its actually ready? Cheers guys!

[@kdash20002]

I would love to see Dust an Elysian Tale get a physical release that game is amazing

[@clockworkrazor]

Shovel Knight is my favorite current gen game. There is a chance to get a physical release on the Retro VGS if it is funded on kickstarter.

[@Tomyb15]

I knew you were going to put Scott Pilgrim vs the world there! It needs a physical copy AS WELL AS a digital copy since it has been removed from the store for some stupid reason that I don't know. :'(

[@Gorkab]

That ending was just the icing on the cake guys! Thanks for another great episode of Game Sack, though watch out for green on t-shirts next time ;) Joe was kinda "holed" :D

[@Novapoid]

Could someone tell me the name of the song that starts at 22:53? The credits say it's either Arkanoid or Alshark but I'm having no luck finding the exact track. Some of these were mentioned, but I would personally buy, depending on the platform and price point, physical releases of Plants vs Zombies 2, Mark of the Ninja, Strider (Ps3) and Shovel Knight. Also I think that if they could rework Helldivers and make offline play possible it would be an awesome party game. Mind you, I know that stuff like Strider got a physical release in Japan but I never saw it anywhere else.

[@amateur7772]

I'm proud to announce I completed a Game Sack Marathon! (That means watching all of Game Sack's episodes)

[@NikosiaMateas]

You can get a physical copy of all of these games. It's called a USB stick. it's this little device that you can plug into a computer or console to back up files, kind of like a floppy disc. They're pretty common - I think even variety stores carry them now.

[@koopakape]

>Devil's Lullaby from Castlevania Rebirth playing as soon as the episode starts Damn, talk about one of my favorite video game tracks ever, from a game no one played. You guys' taste in game music is so phenomenal, I wish you'd just release a list somewhere of your all time favorite tracks so I can dig them up.

[@algol291]

'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World' looks fun. Probably buy that now.

[@Therealmadkong]

Hey gamesack, Shovel Knight is getting a physical release. I can't wait to play it when it comes out!

[@Dannohh]

Love that last skit lol

[@FedyaVlog]

The scene on 0:57 - 0:59 ... Brilliant! XD

[@PowerHog]

I love Anamanaguchi! Their music is awesome, especially Endless Fantasy. Great Album.

[@Zaekk]

Ah man that's pretty crazy, just before you said the scott pilgrim game had anamanaguchi in it i thought it should have anamanaguchi in it.

[@teddym2808]

I bought after burner climax and played it a couple times but my internal hard drive died in the PS3.. since i moved house I haven't had a chance to replace it yet.. Does anyone know if sony allow re download of purchased games even if they're discontinued? i really hope so. The purchase info is still in my Sony account if I log in on the macbook...

[@CheffBryan]

When they're done, Space Engineers, SCP Containment Breach, all of FNaF's, and Limit Theory.

[@knightsabre2k]

ah, the treasure maps in FEZ. Those were weird. They basically display hidden platforms to secrets in certain areas. The trick is actually finding which areas the treasure maps reference. Also, the platforms only appear on those specific screens

[@shadesofecru]

Nice list! Gunman Clive on the 3ds is a nice game.

[@Drivenby]

Game Sack I think it would be cool if you guys did an episode about old school gaming magazines... maybe mention some of the best editions and or your favorite magazines? ..surely you guys have a ton! :D

[@GameSack]

Yes check our episode guide at www.gamesack.net and search for Videogame Magazines. That was a fun episode to do but soooo much scanning!

[@Drivenby]

Thanks!

[@RyuichiShinomori]

I didn't even know about the 3D releases of the Sega games until this video, I really wanted to play them after you talked about them in the remakes episode. I gotta get my 3DS out to support Sega, lol.

[@MartiniGaming]

Preferred control method on space harrier 3ds? Dpad, analog, touch?

[@02337755]

Just found out the Sega 3D classics is being released physically on 3ds in April

[@DavetheNESGuy]

Great idea for an episode guys. I'd love to see Mega Man 9 and 10 as physical copies. Also, come on Joe, just let Dave have the game. Cheers.

[@michielkroder4031]

Afterburner Climax had a physical release... in the ARCADES!!! So you can buy the board and cab and clear some stuff out of your living room to make place for it.

[@xraymind]

Been waiting all day.

[@TheMentalRelapse]

The right analog button on the new 3ds feels like nintendo found a good deal on eraser tips.

[@johnnyoneill1676]

Great list.

[@8-BitEric]

Good episode, that afterburner game looks fucking amazing. And i wish shovel knight was a physical release. I hear it is getting one but it needs to be on Wii U physical too.

[@SylveonTrapito]

I think is has, but was only available for the backers of the kickstarter. I'm sure you can buy it on eBay but.. expect high prices.

[@danielbeaston]

Shovel knight got a indie box physical release

[@Euro-H.E.V.]

8-Bit Eric Stupid Eric. /Game Chased

[@xiGrimdeadx]

Agustin Goicoechea gematsu.com/2015/04/shovel-knight-getting-physical-release

[@AstonWave007]

8-Bit Eric I think it's getting a physical release for the 3DS. I dunno. I could be wrong about that though.

[@vinnyvynce1488]

Shovel knight is getting a physical copy soon.

[@SharifSourour]

About LostWinds. You can use the Wii remote on the Wii U so a physical release may still be possible.

[@zwen1489]

LOL that ending was gold

[@mechredd]

I've played and enjoyed some of the games listed, but 2 that I recommend that people try are Dust an Elysian Tail, and Ghostbusters Sanctum of Slime.

[@ganjam0n]

axiomverge and fez is on pc, so thankfully that will never go away

[@TekMoliGy]

i just noticed shovel knight is going to get a disc release on xbox one and ps4 on october 13th in target.

[@johnnguyen6159]

I was looking at what digital games to download this weekend, thanks for the video. Some games I would like to see physical copies of are Mega Man 9, Mega Man 10, Shantae: Risky's Revenge, Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, Freedom Planet, Strider 2014 (Japan PS3 physical copy only), Life is Strange, Dreamfall Chapters, and Octodad: Dadliest Catch, Can't wait for Bloodstained (ex Konami), Mighty No. 9 (ex Capcom), and Yooka-Laylee (ex Rare). Those games might or might not get physical releases.

[@MikeKobela]

What I'm really afraid of, is PS3 and Xbox 360 going offline forever, which will happen at some point! If they go offline, then that means lots of great PSN/Xbox Live games will be gone forever, as well, unless the developers decide to port these games to PS4 and Xbox One. With companies like Sega and Konami, however (at least in their current status), I don't think it's gonna happen... Yes, I made the same comment on the previous upload.

[@InazumaDash]

***** That probably wont happen as long as PSN exists. Dunno about the Xbox.

[@datbitchkeepingitreal6712]

I think the online will be off but not the psn store so we will be able to download our games, lucky I don't buy a lot of digital games but I'm on ps4 now so , I hope they aleast keep the store open

[@averyjenson]

+Mihály Kobela Honestly it probably won't happen for a long time. Maybe in like 10 years or so, but still that's awhile. Microsoft and Sony are pretty well off at the moment (especially Sony) and they both frequently support both their current and previous gen systems, not to mention both the PS3 and 360 have been around for like 10 years now and are still getting new games. If you don't believe that the services will still be supported, take a look at Nintendo. They STILL have the Wii shop up on the original Wii and the original Wii has still been discontinued for what, 4 years now? That's probably because that the Wii U still keeps it up, but I'm not entirely sure about that (I don't own a Wii U, I just know you can use the original Wii menu). I wouldn't let everyone's blabbing on about how the digital services are going to go down forever scare you for the moment, but it's just something that everyone should keep in mind that if there are some digital games you fancy buying, you should get them while you have the chance.

[@maxtoth8883]

Saw a shovel knight box and manual on space kappa´s channel. Very cool.

[@reagandow850]

Just got the special edition of Axiom Verge on my Switch. Awesome!!!!

[@Mangia1432]

Yea it bothers me that a lot of my games are just stuck on a hard drive. Great topic guys. Oh that ending with the letter, too funny.

[@Holammer]

Hah, just noticed the Arkanoid music when he opens the letter at the end of episode skit. ... and the COD MW3 T-shirt? :D

[@moviemetalhead]

You guys covered alot of games I haven't tried yet. Scott Pilgrim and After Burner Climax were the only games I got to play. Contra Rebirth, Hardcorps Uprising, Axiom Verge, Dead Nation, Castlevania Rebirth, Shovel Knight and Fez all look really good. Great episode again Game Sack. \,,/

[@xxxLeromexxx]

Tokyo JUNGLE!!! it's a game you've got to play!!! It's awesome and hilarious

[@PikaLink91]

Yu wanna know what I really want as a physical release? Shantae and the Pirate's Curse! Rarely are 2D platform games this perfect. In fact, I'd like them to pack it with the first Shantae that was originally on GBC but can now be downloaded on the eShop, and the second game "Risky's Revenge" which is a DSi Ware title. Shantae the Trilogy, that would be awesome!! :D

[@TheLoneGameMan]

So nice, it's uploaded twice! :D Though, I'm guessing this was to remove something... looks like the Far Cry segment?

[@cartmann94]

I bought AB: Climax for my 360. If my 360 gets broken and have to purchase a new one, could I download it again or is that also unavailable?

[@GameSack]

cartmann94 So far yes, you can still redownload it. But if MS ever takes the Xbox 360 store offline, you be screwed.

[@Mchenrygames]

Shovel Knight is just amazing. Completely tied up to my WiiU which could be a problem.

[@BouncekDeLemos]

Man, I wish I hadn't missed out on the Retro City Rampage physical releases. :(

[@RaikenXion]

14:18 Hell yeh! this game so deserves a proper release, its nostalgic pure contra.

[@jrmann331]

Did Bastion ever get a physical release? What about the new Stryder game that is download only I believe.