Ghost of Tsushima - Open World Design Talk - Walking the Walk Series

[@ACGreviews]

Alrighty. Back doing these. If you want them, share them, post them, tweet them, discuss them here. Not a ton of info available but enough www.patreon.com/AngryCentaurGaming

[@djbpresents9584]

U know this game is amazing so many creators making videos in diff aspects of it usually doesn't happen not like this, 4 hours to go

[@Charok1]

you made a video really fast after posted we wanted a walking the walk of this last video, haha

[@SeanHiruki]

A shame that in your talk about the katana and tanto you didn’t mention that the katana wasn’t actually accurate for the period. The longer Tachi was used by the samurai during the invasions. A small gripe but otherwise hyped for tsushima

[@EraserTraceur]

Im really disappointed the HUD is a bit cluttered, *Karak* can you have no annoying yellow circles and a dynamic HUD? Like God of War, this is mandatory for a buy, imagine RDR2 without this...

[@mikegemme5404]

Yeah do it! Always a great watch

[@ehsteve231]

These types of videos and an unwillingness to present "sponsored bullcrap" are why you stand above most of the other "popular" videogame content creators. I'm glad you're finally starting to get recognized for your hard work and diligence.

[@deepPuddlesarefun]

You need to watch crowbcat on KZbin. He lives to call out bullshit.

[@AliNajim]

The fact he said he's not sponsored, it doesn't mean he's not

[@lwaves]

@@AliNajim It doesn't mean he is either.

[@apictureoffunction]

@@AliNajim nobody said that, the OP said he doesn't PRESENT sponsored bullcrap, meaning he doesn't use his videos to advertise products, which is great

[@Fishster]

Really “sponsored bullcrap” is not that big of a thing. Maybe amongst the IGN’s ant Kotaku’s but even then it’s debatable. It’s a catchphrase just like “as you know I rate games....”

[@JimHarm]

Each flute song is meant to represent the different weather patterns in the game. In fact, they can be used to control the weather within the game. So say, if you want to infiltrate a fort or camp, you can actually summon a Thunderstorm by playing “Lament of The Storm” on your flute so you can use the natural sound to cover the sound of your footsteps etc.

[@Aanteatur]

Ara ara. What have we just learned😏

[@TheBlueGoldenHawk]

does the storm actually make it harder for enemies to hear you? Also, the director Nate Fox mentioned that if you do Ghost-esque actions like assassinating and sneaking the weather will automatically shift towards a thunderstorm and whatnot

[@KonwTheTrut]

Bro. Wtf did I just heckin learn? I have literal chills rn.

[@katabwa2172]

That explains it. I usually play the flute while approaching patrols or before ending crawling enemy units.

[@bigpesoproductions1413]

I just finished the game and I’m mad I didn’t know that.

[@hammadkhan450]

Man your ghost of tsushima coverage is really incredible all around.

[@nyarlathotep13]

Agreed!

[@mikegemme5404]

Truth

[@KJ-1991]

This^^^

[@cloudbloom]

Best channel for reviews and games in general, love this guy

[@swvi9459]

Unbelivable how he makes video about average game. He should put *sponsored video* in his GoT videos

[@rekunta]

After the wind mechanic, I don’t know how I’m going to be able to go back to traditional navigation systems.

[@zimmy4868]

Very true. I’ve actually just started playing it and it definitely makes you pay more attention to the environment and feel more immersed. Pretty ingenious I must say.

[@duckcoleman3745]

It just sucks that it's hard to implement that particular mode of navigation while trying to make it make sense in universe. Like if RDR2 had a guiding wind, it would feel out of place

[@rekunta]

@@duckcoleman3745 that’s a good point. The wind really did fit in well with the game’s mythos and sense of spiritualism. It would be harder to justify in other universes. I’m looking forward to seeing how they expand on it in GoT 2.

[@chappanagent]

RDR 2 even felt so clunky with me having to constantly look at interaction buttons and mini map

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

Lmaooo Gamespot said they were "Trying to hard" in there vision of the art design. Thank God they don't make games🤦🏿‍♂️

[@EyeZayUhArt]

Gamespot and IGN have been AWFUL with reviews lately, i dont understand lol

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

@@EyeZayUhArt Definitely lol, but in my opinion atleast IGN has been getting better at having reviewers who actually PLAY and have passion for the games they review. Gamespot however....

[@fuzean1]

Rotten tomatoes initially rated JOKER as mediocre, critics needs to critic even if wrong

[@apictureoffunction]

Wow, what a ridiculous statement from Gamestop. I'm almost speechless at how idiotic it is, especially when they're saying that about the game's visual design. I'm no fan of numbered rating systems, but if I had to rate Ghost there's no way I could give it anything less than a 9, and the visual language is a very large part of that

[@vVAstrAVv]

And theres ALSO too much water

[@DashBlue]

Played a few hours so far (in Japan), the world feels great, like a mix of Horizon and Breath of the Wild. Horizon had a lot of photo-perfect moments, this game does as well. Combat is fun and satisfying, there are a lot of abilities to learn. Exploration feels like BotW, wherever you are, there's a point of interest in sight that you'll feel the urge to check out. This game is awesome

[@peautifulbenis3673]

Cant wait to play it in less than 2 hours! Thanks for the hype

[@sharpneato7622]

What do you dislike

[@XProSuper]

Better Than They Laugh At Us Part II .

[@ChrisE-iy7ok]

nice to hear man im about to go get my pre ordered copy myself

[@M1tZk1]

BotW had the superior Exploration but Tsushima just cuts it in half when it comes to Combat.

[@heroofhyrule6772]

Hopefully sucker punch starts doing more games like this where they dive into historical fiction considering they absolutely nailed ghost.

[@EmmanuelTurner245225]

Hero of Hyrule Yeah, I'd buy this over Assassin's Creed.

[@6scar911]

It seriously taught me knowledge about samurai and the Mongol empire I never knew before

[@heroofhyrule6772]

@@EmmanuelTurner245225 So would I

[@andrefrazier8653]

would love for them to delve back into the Infamous series.. bring back Cole... and adapt all that learned and more to that... or just fck it, try and buy the Onimusha series, and remake that game. loll

[@Demonpickle]

Honestly this is your best kind of content.

[@Dousch]

It's rare to get an in-depth look into games. These videos have certainly influenced the way I look at the environments even in smaller linear titles. Walking the Walk is some of the best content on KZbin. Hope more people check it out.

[@PsychoticLeprachaun]

This game really is something else. The way the world works through wind, birds and other animals instead of using a compass or mini map it feels like the world is actually working with you instead of being an obstacle when going from point A to point B. It's like the island you're on (which looks absolutely beautiful by the way) wants to be liberated. I know I sound like a fucking hippy but that just goes to show how good of a job they did with creating the world around you

[@cloverraven]

Karak is the best. And I can’t wait to watch this with god mode headphones when I get home. There’s nothing better than ice cream and Walking the walk after a long day.

[@apictureoffunction]

What's your favorite flavor of ice cream? Mine is a three way tie

[@Fishster]

Mr. Waffles - not tried that one, is it like a Neapolitan?

[@apictureoffunction]

@@Fishster ha, I see what you did there

[@byghostlight0]

One of the most stunning things in the game for me, is the simple act of bowing to people, and how they react back to you. As well as when you do it to bodies you see and the reflections Jin has.

[@SugarW1thC0ffee]

Whoa I love the detail of him opening his hands letting the plants brush against it! 7:24

[@MultiBum123]

Like maximus in gladiator

[@MrFanMaker]

Never have I laughed so hard when you said " you know I rate the game by re.....you know what? Just buy it."

[@RepublicofODLUM]

Wrong vid ;)

[@ryugo7713]

Matt Odlum he didn’t say that on this video?

[@davidprodigy5833]

The game looks like it fits the bill

[@youngcracker9517]

It's pretty great

[@tiffer45]

I can't believe how stunning this game looks. As a hobby photographer every scene in this game is eye wateringly pretty. The colors. The contrasting tones. The shadows. The mist. The swaying grass. Wow. Wow. Well done. Even if this game were rubbish mechanically, I'd buy it just to walk about in and take screen shots.

[@apictureoffunction]

Agreed, I think this game has one of the best color palettes that I've seen in gaming, and I love that it doesn't feel unrealistic or "video gamey" so to speak. It has incredibly varied environmental design, yet it still manages to avoid that Super Mario World effect

[@MrJaces]

Agreed man. I dont usually take in game pictures but, man, I'm having second thoughts. It's way to beautiful not to try and take some pictures.

[@etiennemiemczyk7081]

I miss these walks. Amazing to bring them back. No game was worthy until now.

[@colinanthony2011]

Man these videos are always so great. You pay attention to smaller details and the connective tissue that makes me love open-world games.

[@David-no2ed]

I am soooooo glad your channel is finally getting the well deserved recognition. It's so long overdue for the amount of work and dedication you put in each piece of content you upload man. Keep it up, I'm telling all my friends about you every chance I get

[@YeOldeMachine]

I've not been this hyped for something since Christmas eve 1992

[@cloudbloom]

What happened on Christmas Eve 92? You get a SNES the next morning?

[@YeOldeMachine]

It was a Sega Genesis!!

[@cloudbloom]

@@YeOldeMachine nice!

[@noname-sd1tc]

Loving the game so far. Found the beginning really exciting. Love how they got the detail to where you see the characters sweating. Nice touch in the cut scenes.

[@maxim196]

Is it true that the characters are talking not in sync with Japanese dubs ?

[@He4Fr]

@@maxim196 I think the IGN or Polygon review said something about the lips not syncing. A little unfortunate, but not a complete turn off.

[@citizenerased174]

The way the leaves on the ground react as you walk through them is absolutley amazing. One of the best looking and vibrant games I've ever played.

[@DevDreCW]

@@citizenerased174 That effect kind of blows my mind. Because most of the leaves on the ground are just ground textures, but somehow he kicks them up? I may have spent an embarrassing amount of time trying to figure out wtf. It's like spawning leaves at his feet as he walks but without popping in? It's crazy.

[@Kekoapono]

15:51 - I love how the lighting changed after you finished talking to the villager. The area brightened up and restored some color, mirroring the hope that was restored to the villager. What an awesome touch.

[@bgbq8591]

Sarb S thats why its always raining on my playthrough lol

[@vVAstrAVv]

@Sarb S iiiim not sure thats true. I mostly killed everyone in a straight figbt and its still storming every time i fast travel lol

[@etrnablis6122]

And I also thought how nice it was that it wasn’t just some fictional samurai story. They made it based on an actual invasion that took place by the grandson of genghis khan which makes it that much more great considering it’s something that me and a lot people just never research about we’re just like Ooo samurai. Thinking that jins story and contemplations he faced with the mongols is something that samurai in that very same event definitely had to overcome to actually beat them makes it that much more awesome..

[@ACGreviews]

totally agreed

[@robard418]

Same reason I loved Kingdom Come Deliverance

[@vVAstrAVv]

While it IS set in a historical event make no mistake this game is total fiction. Katana didnt even exist till around a hundred years AFTER the mongol invasion. And the bushido code was concieved 400 years after. But...historical fiction is more fun

[@AKSBSU]

@@vVAstrAVv It's not just based on the Mongol Invasions. It was also heavily influenced by movies like Seven Samurai. Watch the first scene with Kyûzô in Seven Samurai and there is your standoff in GoT. It cannot be "historically accurate" to both sources; there were katana and even guns in Seven Samurai, which takes place a few hundred years after the Mongol Invasions.

[@Luca-bv5ic]

I agree, it gives the game a sense of authenticity when it's not pure fiction. That said, Khotun Khan isn't real guy. Genghis khan had a lot of grandsons but Khotun wasn't one of them, he's purely fictional. The Mongol invasion wasn't led by a Khan, Kublai was emperor at the time and I'm pretty sure one of his generals led the invasion while he stayed home.

[@apictureoffunction]

I love the system of navigating via the wind, it's such an intelligent design choice by Sucker Punch, and it manages to accomplish a lot via a very simple mechanic. Not only does it allow the player to remain more immersed by not having to stare at a minimap or compass, it also synergizes perfectly with the moving foliage and particle systems, to the point that the player doesn't even necessarily need to see the actual wind gusts, they can navigate by watching which direction the wind pushes the foliage in. This was a game that I knew I'd buy and enjoy, but it's also far surpassed the expectations that I had. I was excited when I saw that your review listed it as a definite buy, and I was even more ecstatic to see it given the "Walking the Walk" treatment. Keep up the great work Karak, you continue to be one of the only reviewers whose content I feel is mandatory viewing before making a game purchase

[@Nightbreed82]

At the risk of sounding like the "the most interesting man in the world"...I don't always watch Walking The Walk, but when I do (when it's a game I've played and enjoyed), it's the best content on all of KZbin.

[@TheNZSamaritan]

My bro just wanted to share, as you talk about in the wrapup re people joining the discord and saying that's why they joined etc - I found this this morning and it's been like 5 hours of the most relaxed, explorative and appreciative days I've had in a long time :) greatly appreciate it! thanks for the hard work, and brilliant weaving of technical expertise with artistry, 10/10.

[@teamawesomecock8001]

I don't know if you'll consider this a compliment, but you're my new video game review fix ever since we lost TotalBiscuit. I appreciate the hard work you do.

[@Malficious]

I love your review format, very in depth, you touch on details that others don't mention. I also enjoyed this walk the walk, it just felt like someone genuinely just kinda talking about the game. Keep up the great work.

[@hjyoutub]

Oh boy! My day just got better, really been waiting for a walking the walk. The way you meticulously study the game world in these series with such depth, research and going all the way to sometime break down the game devs intentions and how they implement them in is really fascinating. You truly have a talent and a keen eye for this art form

[@Fubared7403]

Dude, I can listen to you all day. You always explain everything so well, no matter what you're talking about. Thanks for the great content.

[@coleonoscopy69]

Every time I go to buy a game, I always look if you have a review, and this is why. You're the realest reviewer on this platform, and I respect that. Keep up the awesome work!

[@habbinlad1]

I've really missed these, as I absolutely love the 'Walking the Walk' vids!

[@MechaShredZilla]

Hands down, the best video game reviewer out there, fluent speech. extremely in depth, awesome work man.

[@Irond3vil2]

I'll return to this video after I have played the game. Bought it after your review and am playing it now!

[@emarskineel]

I preordered it after his review, but doesn't it come out tomorrow?

[@kevcole3333]

same.

[@Dev_242]

@LikeNobodii I mean you get to play it at 9 if you live on the west coast, because on the east coast it will be 12 am

[@douglassouthwick561]

How?

[@Irond3vil2]

@@emarskineel I live in Sweden, thats's how

[@nathanialsmithwick2620]

I love these videos. I can't find anyone else who does videos that really focus and highlight a games artistic value and design choices. There are major differences between a good game world and a great game world. Thank you for these videos they are wonderful. Keep up the great work!!

[@thetarasbulba1]

I just now found out about these "walking the walk" videos. Excellent for getting a very good idea of each game! I will watch them all in time.

[@TacticalSandals]

When you play the flute songs you are playing with nature my dude, read the descriptions of what the songs do ;)

[@Balzhag]

i think i have mentioned this before, but im going to say it again anyway, you really set the bar high for videogame journalism, these types of videos is a treat. thks bro

[@justgamer9150]

my god, its so beautiful, sadly i have to wait until tomorrow for my physical preorder...

[@2Guapo]

Go digital mate. Unlocks in an hour. 9pm on the west coast.

[@ClassicKrusty]

Physical all the way

[@philipreid2542]

@@2Guapo but then you can't sell it on or lend it to friends

[@matthewgoff9757]

Thankyou so much for getting back to these types of videos dude!, you're reviews are great but these videos are some of the best video game content available on youtube.

[@LieDetectorMusic]

my first walk and talk and it was very enjoyable. It was a struggle to accept that you were only going to walk through the world when I wanted to run but it made me appreciate the finer details of this game.

[@ralavi]

Love this Karak, not many video game reviewers take the time to show us what playing the game truly feels like and why that is

[@onionheadguy7094]

Lucky us! I'm so glad he does these they are fan favorites but get criminally overlooked by the masses.

[@infonode1783]

I just bought this game after watching your review. It's reminding me of why I fell in love with gaming in the first place. Maybe I've been playing all the wrong games, but this one has a kind of soul to it that I haven't felt in a game in a long time.

[@jesuslovestoastyaya]

Totally agreed. The only games in the last 10 years that have made me feel like this were Skyrim and the Witcher 3. It has a kind of calming flow to playing that's just marvellous.

[@yoshighomi]

A WALK THE WALK?! Nice! I was wondering when youd do one of these again but never expected this so soon. Thanks for the early present. Please continue doing them!

[@joshuabaker67]

This is my favorite series you do. I’m the kind of guy that could talk about these many aspects of games for days and you’re the only one willing to go there. I’ve gotta say I’ve been playing through the game and I’ve loved every second of it. The combat is so fresh and the battles become so much more epic than I expected!

[@cloudbloom]

Bought this game as an early birthday present to myself, your videos on it convinced me to play and I'm really looking forward to it

[@drogba6487]

these videos are really special. i don't believe in the constant pressure to expand and monetize things your passionate about, but this kind of work does deserve a larger, more resourced platfor and does warrant more compensation. They're exactly the kind of thing that's sorely lacking in video game journalism, which, like most journalism, has essentially devolved into editorial advertising. great stuff.

[@v8bitecho]

Im so glad that the flute gives you co control over the weather because infiltrating a camp during a storm you called in or with it covered in fog as you silently tear through Mongol forces in this game has a feeling second to none and being able to clear the skies and see the games excellent color grading and see some zones spring to life as the sun changes the entire feeling while exploring is just breathtaking

[@eternalbeing3339]

Wow i had no idea that the flute did that.

[@jordanreid9922]

YO good catch. The audio legit tells you when your getting flanked and how far the enemies are behind you by modulating distance volume. Shits crazy bc I never realized till you said it 🤯

[@jstacy2278]

If I'm thinking about buying a video game I always check to see if you've given it a review, I love your honest content. This is the first "Walking the Walk" video I've watched but I really enjoyed it, too few videos sit back appreciate the art direction in video games, its nice to find something like this. To address your question of if people like this type of content from you, "Yes, I certainly do."

[@eiadtarabulsi]

I'm loving the Ghost of Tsushima content that you've been posting recently. If there is any game that deserves a "Walking the Walk" video it would be Ghost of Tsushima. It's been over 6 years since Sucker Punch released Infamous Second Son, which was their latest title up to this point. It's hard to believe that game has already come out. The wait and the hype have both been worth it that's for sure. I'm thoroughly enjoying Ghost of Tsushima and this "Walking the Walk' video has made me enjoy it even more. Thanks once again Karak for another high quality video. As always, I appreciate the hard work. Keep it up!

[@mr.woowoo8826]

If I buy a game I know I'm going to play it, but I can't start it till I watch your video on the game. You are one of the best in the game doing these videos! IMO Nobody touches the intelligent and poetic way you review the game than you!

[@OJtheLIONKing]

This was awesome. I was looking for something to explain why I enjoyed this game so much despite some of the middle reviews and I think this delves into a lot of it well. Considering I was never into the Last of Us, this is in my top 3 for this year so far alongside FF7R and Doom Eternal.

[@BackfallGenius]

I subscribed to your channel in 2015 after seeing your incredible Witcher 3 Walking the Walk. I was dying to see KZbinrs who could discuss the artistic merits of a game with deep dives into its world design and how the different systems come together and you are hands down the best at it. There's so much work that goes into making something like this by massive teams of talented people and it would feel irresponsible to not discuss it with the in-depth level of analysis it deserves. Sorry to hear that these videos don't do so well in terms of viewcount, but I constantly share these with everyone I know who's interested in game design. Some of my friends call out your Uncharted 4 and Horizon Zero Dawn Walking the Walk videos as directly influential to some of the worldbuilding and game design decisions they're making in their indie games. Another fantastic video. Loving this game so far! Amazing discussion 👏🏼

[@Sven989]

I just finished Mad Max last night on time to start Ghost Of Tsushima tonight. Keep up the great work!

[@joeyxl3456]

Is it worth a playthrough bro

[@iurhviusdfavhi]

Pretty weird how I went from watching StarCraft videos years ago, to hearing you on somebody else's Channel, and checking out one of your videos, to you being a top dog!

[@NightSpeed9]

Man you could just keep making Ghost videos for the next week! Do one on weapons and armor next!!!

[@2Guapo]

That's not really his specialty. Check out fightingcowboy as he suggested in the previous vid.

[@onatgz]

it's so good to see your walking the walk series returned. these are your crème de la crème.

[@G14U2NV]

Solid video as always. This is not just a review channel and you go above and beyond brother thank you.

[@jademorgan8934]

Karak, thanks for the always honest content. This game deserves all of the praise that it’s receiving. My fear is that people would brush this game off as another “open world game with a bland story” but it’s so much more than that. Hopefully part 2 we’ll see some ninja!!

[@heathrezabek]

Hey! Just a note of support via your comments at the end of the video on whether these are worth doing. While I can't speak to their popularity, I can say that've made a great difference to me. Three years ago, I saw you do a WtW of Horizon Zero Dawn, and bought that game largely on the strength of what I saw in that video. I don't buy many games because I want a world I can savor for a long time, and your videos are the ones that let me know whether or not the depth seems to be there to support my long long playtimes. I've bought and and dl'ing Ghost of Tsushima right now, again because of what I've seen in this Walk the Walk video. I really love what you do and these videos. So I wanted to be vocal, say so, and thank you.

[@iamvincemeister5065]

Your Walking the Walks is one of my favorite video game analysis series on KZbin

[@theterra-path7798]

Those cloth physics are beyond impressive, especially for this generation of consoles

[@CyborgSodaCollects]

It's really a crazy animation technique because it'll even blow inside lol

[@sorenkazaren4659]

I enjoy this kind of video. I find your opinions and observations about games to be more valid and trustworthy than a lot of gaming websites so I’m happy to support that here.

[@visionsbykc]

Man this world is so immersive, not gonna lie I just spent over 30 minutes just walking around while playing the flute. Love this content man! Happy Ghost of Tsushima Launch Folks!

[@NorwegianImposter]

Loved the Mad Max and Origins WTW and I am so happy to see these return! Great video!

[@Sinn0100]

I'm a bit irritated that we have to wait until tomorrow until we can get our hands on Ghost of Tsushima. It looks absolutely insane and I can't wait to play it. I'm worried that it doesn't have an in game map. I have a medical disability and I hope I will be able to enjoy this. I suffer from hydrocephalus and have had eight neurological procedures. As I have had so many surgeries I have some damage and it effects my ability to remember locations for example (I know...strange). I live and die by my GPS and I use maps extensively when playing an open world game. I just hope I don't wind up running around in circles for hours on end... Oh and upvoted+subscribed!

[@BilalVadiaGaming]

You still get a map, don’t worry 👍🏼 (just not on the HUD) bout the system they’ve implemented is easy enough to use and you won’t feel lost.

[@You2oob]

Lol "wind" up

[@Sinn0100]

@@BilalVadiaGaming I have it now and am enjoying the Hell out of it! The map and wind system is actually quite intuitive.

[@saintsaber8491]

@@You2oob Your name made me laugh.

[@kennethjones7129]

5 more hours 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@juless4131]

bruh ikr

[@markai2002]

4 more

[@YeOldeMachine]

3h 45m

[@blususpect]

4 hours for me 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@whylekat]

I Gotta wait until best buy opens tomorrow morning 😭

[@CoolerGuy121]

I love all of your videos man but this kind of video is exactly why I subscribe to you in the first place, so good to see you get back to what in my opinion puts you above the rest.

[@WestCoastWesley]

I haven’t played another game where I enjoyed simply doing nothing more than Tsushima. Simply walking around and watching the world is a pleasure, so watching this video was a real treat!

[@slyaspie4934]

Love these please don't stop making them , I always watch them whether I'm interested in the game or not 🤔 thank you very much and keep up with the hard work 😁

[@tristananvilcaster]

This game is a complete masterpiece, I'm so excited to play this gem!! 👍

[@TheVintress]

you haven't even played it and it's a masterpiece? lol. this word is being thrown around too much

[@fuzean1]

@@TheVintress i have and it is GOTY contender if not the GOTY

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

Been playing it for 3 days now and it's a masterpiece. Got about 24 hours in it so far. Got damn it's good.

[@benbillion7514]

If you look closer at the environment and structure textures, you will notice they are really really low quality. But because of the amazing lighting, animations and environmental effects, it's hard to even notice.

[@ken-yo2hz]

I’m not gonna lie, I’ve been very spoiled by The Last of Us 2’s textures and quality. It’s simply amazing

[@benbillion7514]

@@ken-yo2hz Yeah that game has textures almost as good as modded Skyrim lol

[@DogManProductions]

I love these types of videos. The way they highlight what makes a game's open world cool and different. They're excelent complimentary pieces for when you're looking to buy an open world game. Phenomenal work, please keep 'em coming. ✌

[@R3TR0J4N]

Akira Kurosawa contributed "composed movement" and the developers emphasize on it heavly which is shown throughout the game environments being alive and interactive (ie being the wind compass) which players cant help not to notice let alone environment storytelling

[@ACGreviews]

yes for sure

[@richardbertrand6298]

this vid made me subscribe. This is Peak video game critique. The references to scientific studies and Bob Ross to reinforce your points... brilliant.

[@Shikiruu]

Love your walking the walks! These are so unique and insightful and after starting them, the time flies faster away than Tsushimas birds. Superb content!!!

[@McMannis85]

God damn dude. Your reviews are...well something special, and honestly I think quite brilliant. While I don’t always agree with your opinions, of course, I do always enjoy watching you express those opinions, and walk through games. Thanks.

[@zensoredparagonbytes3985]

Love this vids, Karak, because it's always interesting to me what another person's pov is. Especially with the know-how you bring to the table. Can't support you economically but I do recommend whenever I can. Cheers mate🍻👍🏼

[@TheMonkeyBloke]

Thank you for taking the time to do this Karak. I ended up setting up Patreon and subscribing for the past couple months (only you and Digital Foundry so far, since I really appreciate the work!). This video definitely helped put some perspective on the game, especially after the trusted reviews kind of gave me mixed signals.

[@jgunner280]

I admittedly skimmed around some parts. I know this wasn't about spoilers, but at the same time I just want to experience some of this stuff first hand. Still, this was an awesome presentation and loved this kinda video and appreciations for games and their craft. Just hearing the mechanical talk a lot in other spots with all the reviews, and as highly valued & necessary as that is, this is the kind of game that I needed this exact kind of video for. It reminded me yesterday while waiting the preloads, just what my hopes for it were when I started. I'm excited to see this setting and Samaurai immersion tackled, no matter how many "its kinda like AC, except kinda sometimes not" comments are coming in from other sources. Past a certain point, I'm done hearing about how climbing, stabbing, XP, etc works, and I'm more interested in knowing how this game went from developer's plugging in code, to how it will wrap around your mind in a moment-to-moment package. This video fills that void before playing, and honestly even after playing, it'll probably be nice to come back to after I've experienced some of it myself. Thanks Karak

[@laserraptor4674]

Walking the walk is my favorite series you produce, glad you decided to do one for this game!

[@joeyxl3456]

Me too my bro

[@darrenrussell5046]

A great video that just got you a new subscriber. I'll have to look through your back catalogue for more of these.

[@Brajzah]

I was thinking "like the guy pissing in the corner" right before you said it(when talking about NPC's sometimes doing mundane things besides patrols). Great minds think alike, thanks for doing the video boss!

[@Kevin-xx3oy]

Dude I love these videos! I don't tend to watch them for games that I don't plan on playing (unlike your reviews which I never miss lol).but it's awesome to see you break down games that I'm playing. I watched your AC Origins video after I finished it and I honestly never noticed half the things you pointed out!

[@thatguyq4783]

I really enjoy these type of videos and how well you articulate your thoughts on the game, just walking through the world.

[@ACGreviews]

my sincere thanks

[@hugechromepeach7916]

By far the Walking the Walk videos are your best content. Keep them coming.

[@rbelljr29]

The trees being harvested round the camps, are a detail i loved. It's something that makes it feel like everything was actually built as needed. This game was amazing. Absolutely loved it, can't wait to new game+ this gem.

[@versilov93]

My favourite series in your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@MegaTuber86]

This game was a dream come true, it was a beautiful love letter to Akira Kurosawa and Samurai films. The duels were like dances of death, the story although cliche, the journey Jin goes though perfectly encapsulated what it meant to be a samurai. I had no serious issues with this game, I only wish that if they make a sequel, they make the npc's more alive and the random encounter cutscenes more cinematic. But I bet that will be a little better when I play the black and white mode.

[@prototype8137]

Lots of interesting mechanics that I love but man do I really enjoy the draw distance. I also have yet to notice any pop in whatsoever. Very immersive.

[@lee26th]

I really enjoy your channel dude. When a game comes out I refer to you first. Simply because I appreciate your honesty

[@eddie774]

Love this, it shows how much you care Karak! Is nice to take a moment to appreciate what a game is trying to do

[@se4949]

Your walking the walk series are significantly better then your reviews, especially as of late. Good to be reminded why I subscribed.

[@Surething-jt7zx]

Special edition for me tomorrow im a steel book junkie one day when its all digital I will cry.......anyway great video man

[@kvk3315]

Fuckin same dude 😩

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

I refuse to live in an all digital world.

[@NeedCoffeefix]

Walking the walks are the absolute best. Getting into the details that absolutly no one els does.

[@doctorwho01]

I dont have the money to buy it yet but will definitely get it on sale next year. Can’t get enough of this beautiful game

[@oni1608]

Excellent video. I like how you go into detail and discuss the little things and the details that someone may overlook in the game world. Thanks for your time & effort.