First Time Hearing FINAL FANTASY X OST | "To Zanarkand" | LIVE ORCHESTRA | REACTION!!

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[@troydeacon5352]

You need to do the reaction to aeriths theme or the flower girl from final fantasy 7

[@Krawbs]

"Listen to my story. This... may be our last chance." The game opens up to this theme and it is played throughout. Final Fantasy X is one of my favorite RPGs ever! Still holds up well too.

[@JaMayhem]

Totaly agree. For as much as I love FF7, FFX was just better in every way

[@Krawbs]

@@JaMayhem The older I get, the higher FFX gets on my list of favorite Final Fantasy games. I think it just edged out FFVII now.

[@GOTGames]

👀

[@JaMayhem]

@@Krawbs For sure. FF7 has a soft spot as my first FF game, but I just doesn't hold up today. Broke out my PS1 so play it in anticipation for the remake, but just couldn't get through it. Then I figured I'd try out FFX again and loved it even more that I remembered.

[@shawnp8749]

When X came out the graphics were groundbreaking. Cutscenes stand on par with games that come out today amidst 20+ years more technology.

[@MadmanImpersonator]

"the glimmer of hope but the uncertainty of despair" spot on description of this piece

[@ryancampbell8645]

The way this song is presented in the game is nothing short of genius. You're introduced to this melody as soon as you start the game. Before you even start playing it, the scene it's connected to plays before the START SCREEN. You're not acquainted with the characters, the setting, any themes, nothing. But there's a vibe. After many hours, at a pivotal moment in the game, that scene plays out, again, but this time, sequentially. Mind you, you've already seen the meaningful portion of this scene (and heard the music) every time you start the game. Obviously, it can be skipped, but it's so beautiful and substantial that I'm sure I'm not the only one that watched it, in it's entirety a few times. In that moment, the sad pathos of all involved gives the scene (and music) an even wieghtier implication, and you feel like everything has been culminating to this point, which has now been tied beautifully together. It is deep-rooted. With a gorgeous but decidedly bittersweet bow on top, owing to this incredible piece of music. It really is quite amazing, and a testsment to how music in games are a unique kind of artform. The song is kinda perfect. Also consider that this composer was writing top tier stuff for years before this, without the benifit of being able to just record the tracks live and implement them into the games. He had to use the tools that were available at the time (think MIDI). Nobuo is undefeated, in my humble opinion.

[@SparkJavelin]

if you've never played a final fantasy game, i'd recommend you play this one first.

[@schwarznowra5009]

another one thats Super beginner friendly is is 13, i think. regardless of opinions on it.

[@nwaarmalek6242]

​@@schwarznowra5009 13 is lightning right? Should go with the basic. 6,7 or 9 will do honestly.

[@schwarznowra5009]

@@nwaarmalek6242 yeah, 13 is lightning. I wanted to say 9, but 13 is something that i think would propagate more interest in seeing what brought the series to where it is.

[@paroxysm4566]

@@nwaarmalek6242 I think I’m a bigger fan of this idea. Especially considering the existence of 7 remake and rebirth now, it’s warmed up to modern day gaming standards a lot

[@GOTGames]

I have absolutely never played one! We might need to change that 💯

[@neobullseye1]

"The people and the friends that we have lost, or the dreams that have faded...never forget them."

[@Trinedyy]

The word you are looking for is bittersweet. This is the main theme of the whole game. FFX is definitely my favorite story in any game I've played. Would love to see you play through the game, but it is quite slow game, not for everyone.

[@virtuosoflux]

I came to the comments to say this exact thing, haha. You nailed it. The only other story that gets close, to me, is Shadow of the Colossus. At least so far as the emotions go.

[@Trinedyy]

@@virtuosoflux That's quite curious, I was quite young when I played shadow of the colossus so the story didn't leave a big impression on me. I loved the game for the gameplay, truly unique at the time and even today. I should probably replay it.

[@GOTGames]

I've heard it's fantastic! Definitely one I might need to try 💯

[@yp4506]

The scene this song plays in is both the very first scene in the game, and the same scene replayed near the end of the game. Hits WAY harder the 2nd time.

[@avereth]

The fact that the player and Tidus find out the purpose of the journey at the same time is such a master stroke. I wish I could experience playing FFX for the first time again, just for the emotional impact of that moment again, and how much more emotional this song is knowing what I know now.

[@swiftninja91]

I love how the game opens with this and by the time you hear it again, your heart weighs heavy because of not only everything that's happened so far, but also knowing you're near the end. FFX was my first final fantasy game. And it's easily one of my absolute favourites

[@CircuitReborn]

Final Fantasy 12 "Kiss me Goodbye" Final Fantasy 9 "Memories of Life" Final Fantasy 8 "Eyes on Me" All of these are great.

[@Kaxuria]

I don't remember if he already reacted to "Hollow" from FFVII Remake. It could be a nice addition to that list =)

[@cksdlf0202]

If I remember correctly, FF9 was Melodies of Life, not Memoreis

[@lczm100]

I remember from ff9 you're not alone

[@tortoiseknight8438]

Holy cow, a kiss me goodbye enjoyer, never thought I'd find one in the wild

[@deviousdoggo5534]

​@tortoiseknight8438 that song pulls my heartstrings

[@fireheart6267]

Final Fantasy x otherworld is a must listen to!

[@KegOfMeat]

Otherworld is fucking awesome. A Fleeting Dream and Wandering Flame are also must listens.

[@WaveK89]

It is certainly a song many people desired to learn on piano. I should know because I am one of them. Sadly, I had to stop playing due to health reasons, but I hope to get back into it someday. But yeah, FFX is every much a beloved game. You're hit with this song at the start of the game, and you learn understand it when you return this very scene later in the game. Whether you choose to play it yourself or experience it through KZbin or whatever, you'll be in for quite a journey.

[@oatlylatte9]

4:13 very perceptive of you mate. that is indeed what the musics trying to convey.

[@blakec8549]

The Titanic wishes it was as sad as this game. The meta theme of this story is accepting loss. It's not easy and definitely not hopeful. You just power through.

[@Drako2k0]

This song never fails to make me cry. 😭 so much emotion, nostalgia, remembrance.

[@poesenpai6475]

This is actually the opening/main theme for the game if memory serves

[@naraiceylob]

Yes but I count it as when its played in the game. Just before reaching Zanarkand the group gets together around a fire place and talks knowing that one of them plans to die in near future.

[@poesenpai6475]

@@naraiceylob thanks I remembered the cut scene vaguely, but that was about it. It's been ages since I've played X or any FF game to be fair.

[@VsRawr]

Man the instant those first piano chords play I immediately have chills every time. This game will forever hold such a special place in my heart

[@sheldonrotondo840]

Another amazing song from final fantasy X is suteki da ne(isn’t it wodnerful?) and well worth the listen.

[@sate_f]

This song is the first thing you hear when booting up the game, and it's beautiful

[@Derpazu]

ZANKERKAND

[@AstarothFlamel]

The Final Fantasy OSTs are always awesome, mainly due to the involvemend of genius composer Nobue Uematsu. This is actually the opening theme to the game. I also highly recommend "Final Fantasy VII One Winged Angel (Eminence Symphony)"

[@alexlindsey3385]

Years ago when I was in choir practice, I forgot to silence my phone. At that time, my ringtone was this song. My choir teacher recognized it and told us that she sang this song at a convention, and she had no idea it was from a video game.

[@OmegaS-117]

This song gets me emotional every time I hear it

[@JakauYT]

this song is extremely emotional, the hopefulness of it starts of the game but when its played again at the end of the game its sob inducing, but there's still a bittersweet dream in the sorrow. this has been my favourite game since i was a child seeing my older siblings playing it 10+ years ago, definitely the best FF to date.

[@AlexValadez]

Growing up i always had to share consoles with my brother. Then I got my own PS2 and this was the game I wanted most. This music will always remind me of that time.

[@TheJohn0363]

For me, the greatest piece of video game music ever created, to the greatest video game ever made.

[@Jimjamm7]

Listen to my story.. Man back then were just simpler times.

[@terokai7880]

FFX is easily one of the best oldschool ff games. The whole mood of the game is just so different from many of the other entries. This piece is the main theme and if your up for more FFX i would reccomend "suteki da ne" but i would not watch any game vids that are paired with it (big spoilers) Also X is a great entry point if you are curious about checking out a final fantasy game

[@WitchRinnie]

Here's the opening of the game where To Zanarkand plays. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZrPo4WfmNGIfLs It's actually a "respite" scene in the game before a big thing, and the game starts here and the story "so far" is told by Tidus, one of the main protagonists.

[@Schmidt.D]

FFX 🤧 One of the best games of all time! (I still hate the seagulls and balls in the game 😤)

[@ryapowa]

"When I grow up, I wanna be a blitzball!"

[@mavicmaverick-pnw]

Your analysis of what the music is getting at is spot on...loss combined with a chance of a hope. And the love that has gone into the music isn't confined to the music alone, everything about the games is like this. That's why so many of us have fallen in love with the series. Also, this plays at the start menu XD

[@SebHighDef]

one of the earliest games that made me cry

[@explorian11]

Luke, please do a follow up video with the follow Final Fantasy OSTs. You will enjoy them! 1. FFX-2 1000 words (japanese version): kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH-ygmiFe9SngNU 2. FFX-2 1000 words (japanese version)(lyrics; no visual): kzbin.info/www/bejne/novHpGyehZyZsKM 3. FFX OST To Zanarkand: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJfTaWR9r7CUqLM 4. FFX-2 Opening Theme: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaS5p6uAfJaMmsU 5. FFXIII Theme song Kimi ga Iru Kara: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4C0YZyrocZ6b68

[@Kumamarudesu]

For me To Zanarkand, Theme of Love and Tina's / Terra's Theme are the soundtracks from the Final Fantasy franchise that have impacted and moved me the most to this day, I would even say that they are essential for those people who love video game soundtracks

[@BillyGnav]

This song plays as the opening intro. FFX is a beautiful game, very dark yet inspiring. You should look into "Otherworld", it's also from FFX. [Edit] Nobuo Uematsu composed many of the OSTs of the earlier Final Fantasy Games including this game. He's an amazing composer.

[@jamuky_kroete]

The song "suki da ne" is also emotional, but without video, because of spoilers Or if you want something with upbeat, react to theme of Jecht

[@Mike23321]

Just watching this now. I can't even listen to this song without tearing up. That's how absolutely impactful this song and the game was. Just heart wrenching.

[@Moriyasha01]

FF X is a masterpiece

[@superior_matt]

FFX is a favorite for a lot of Final Fantasy fans, highly recommend

[@Teslo_In_FinalFantasy]

This song is about a journey, the arrival at the end of that journey, the reverence of the past and the location itself, and finally about the journey beyond journey’s end. It’s heavy. It’s beautiful. It’s haunting. It’s a masterpiece.

[@svenfruiti494]

God... this game is still so nostalgic and emotional. so many memories

[@leonietzd6778]

I played this in high school orchestra a few years ago. We all just loved it, it was soooo beautiful

[@rushinroulette4636]

If you want to see a really amazing and hard-hitting scene from this game, search for the cutscene of "Final Fantasy X water burial "

[@sanashi27]

Seeing these game music reactions make me hope that you end up playing jrpgs. Many of them have great stories and they're basically anime in game form - a lot of them even got adapted into anime and manga. The game this song is from is great and one of the popular entries in the Final Fantasy franchise. I'd definitely watch the video if you end up playing this game. Please check out other jrpg openings as well! Some of my favorites are the OPs of Corpse Party Blood Covered, Summon Nights 5, Rune Factory 1-3, and Luminous Arc 2. There's also the songs for the Tales game franchise.

[@rainyfriday6175]

The opening riff will be forever ingrained in my memory. Even though I can no longer play piano as well as I used to, my fingers will never forget how to play the opening to this song. It’s a part of me now.

[@daniel199692]

It's been a long time since i last heard it and i literally got chills with the first note.. This song plays right when the game starts in Zanarkand. The group is sitting around and bonfire. You really get a feeling of sadness but also hope. The protagonist says "Listen to my story, this may be our last chance" and the game rolls back to the beginning. At some point close to the end you find yourself in Zanarkand at last, at the same spot with the same song, and u understand everything. The weight and sadness that they carry on their shoulders knowing what will happen in Zanarkand and the hope of finding a way to change it

[@kylecushing8920]

"Listen to my story, this may be our last chance" - Tidus "Just, one more thing... The people and the friends that we have lost, or the dreams that have faded...... Never forget them" - Yuna

[@moke_penginia]

At the start of the game, you'll see the opening movie with this music. After a brief adventure (30 to 40 hours, which will fly by), you'll hear this music again. The second time, your initial feelings will be shattered and gone forever. Surprisingly, people worldwide who have lost their first impressions are now championing this music.

[@balmung1989]

yeah this music hits you right in the feels and its one of the song where the game opens up right at the start it has the MC Tidus walking around the camp trying to give small support to the characters and he walks over to the spot where they have there weapons and this pops up "Listen to my story. This... may be our last chance." it gives you the feeling of being lost but there is still a small bit of hope but then it picks up and your right in the game until you get to the spot close to the ending of the game and this plays again then the music picks up and your determine to take that small bit of hope and make it reality its truly a work of art i think you should get in its petty cheap now it even came out with a HD truly worth it.

[@Andrew1990M]

It’s a testament to the piece that even though you’re off with the specifics you’re correct that this plays at a low point for the characters but there’s a shot of the main character quite literally standing apart and looking to the light on the horizon.

[@kmwill23]

Somber is the word.

[@TheAyme83]

I've been in a concert Final Fantasy where Rikki sang as guest (Suteki da ne) and in the various song, there was To Zanarkand. It was awesome.

[@WaffleofVigilance94]

all the people listening here with tears welling up because we can all remember and see what's going on during this version of the song...

[@Alphasnowbordergirl]

This song was the opening to the first real adult game I played (coming of of sonic. Pacman, and Barbie form the Sega Genesis). It was the first game I bought along with Kingdom Hearts and was blown away by the cinematics, voiceacting, and music.

[@winshifter]

If I remember correctly, this song is played literally after you select "New Game", so it plays literally at the opening cutscene. Then it also around the middle of the game on a scene where the main character is told something important and feels like he was deceived but at the same time was also part of the deceive, the song doesn't start at the begining I think, it starts at the middle. And it also reprises at the ending, in a particular part, doesn't start at the begining, actually starts around the end part of the song. So it doesn't play entirely, it plays the begining at the begining, the middle at the middle plart, and then the end part at the ending. I guess that's why it feels melancholic at the begining, sort of fills with hope yet a bit of sadness at the middle and then in the end it feels bittersweet, because it's technically what happens when it plays in the game. Final Fantasy games in general are long gameplay games, mostly driven by story. In the case of Final Fantasy X (10 in roman numerals, all are numbered in roman numerals), story drives the gameplay 3/4 of the game, until the point the game literally allows you to roam around and do things on your own or go to the final dungeon and fight the final boss. Other entries allow you to do other stuff in the middle of story sections, at your own discretion you can choose then to continue with the story. If you want to react to other Final Fantasy good music, here a few suggestions, some are vocal, some are just music used as background for events or battles, and some are both. FFV Battle at the Big Bridge FFVI Terra's theme FFVI Dancing Mad (Though I would suggest the version from The Black Mages, a band by the composer of the music of Final Fantasy) FFVII One Winged Angel (Though I recomend the latest version "Advent One Winged Angel ACC version") FFVIII Liberi Fatali FFVIII Eyes on Me FFIX You are not alone FFIX Memories of Life FFX Otherworld FFX Suteki da ne I could recommend more, but the list would go to infinity, this are good for starters I guess, and some have been already mentioned in other comments.

[@Kaxuria]

FF X is to me the best on the series, and objectively the best entry point in the series (Still in the golden age, but not too old). IMO each aspect of this game is nearing perfection (Exception of the dubbing, wich is not as bad as some can say) You really should play it if you can, the scene from where this music comes will never fail to get you emotional.

[@cfcantlee]

The piano collections version of "Zanarkand" is my absolute favourite. The solo piano is just absolutely gorgeous

[@popcornhistory8344]

FFX is one of my all-time favorite games, and probably the reason I love RPGs. For a game of that era it did an amazing job with both story and visuals. The FF music is always amazing.

[@8-bitromance43]

Never clicked a video so fast!!!!!

[@lilinesilva6943]

you need to react to Suteki da ne, from final fantasy X as well this game have one of the best ost's of all time

[@Becca11389]

this is the main theme and plays several times throughout the game, there are different versions. at the start of the game its just piano. at the end of the game they have the full orchestra just to really drive it home

[@dancingcat-lr9yk]

there is a song called “suteki dane”, a beautiful song that brings me to tears, listen to this song sometime even if you don’t listen to it

[@zodiark93]

I would have suggested a different version of To Zanarkand. I understand that for reaction purpose, a video with something is better. But man, one lf those videos you can find on YT, just with the "Final Fantasy Distant World" orchestra logo would have been perfect. At least in those videos (or an actual video of the game ost, instead of a live performance) the instruments' volumes are correctly tuned to cover each other in the right way. The piano is always the main protagonist, for this OST. And in different moments the other instruments were covering it too much, missdirecting the attention away from its change of peace and rhythm. Also, this version has in general a rhythm that is a bit different and a bit off, with the piano that seems to play a bit too many notes for a bit too long time, in some points, disturbing the armonious rhythm that we have in the game's OST.

[@lockg.g.6193]

Everybody cries at playing FFX. Just listening to FFX OST, I can get tear my eyes.

[@AniGaAG]

I'd summarize this as the dichotomy of "loss", but "not wanting to let go".

[@Manuel-qk8uj]

One of my fav games ever, you should definetely play this

[@natashka06]

I'm so glad you had a chance to listen to it, FFX is definitely a ride even 20+ years later! I'd definitely vote for it if you ever decide to play a Final Fantasy game. This is a great start! It's a beautiful story and it has something that sets it apart for sure! So I highly encourage you to give it a try!

[@Frai8501]

Listening to you try and pronounce Zanarkand just made my day. I don't think you said it the same way twice in the whole video

[@Peppita_]

Zenkorkand 😂🤣🤣 ty for the good laugh!! Too bad you didn't listen to the original track first even though the live one is amazing too ! Liberi Fatali from FF VIII Opening is amazing and a must watch btw! Also Distant Worlds from FFXI. And there are tons of good tracks from FF OSTs.. Hope to see you play some Final Fantasy someday, i'm sure you'd love it. (and cry a lot)☺

[@javilepero]

FFX protagonist's voice actor in japanese is Ichigo's from Bleach, it was one of his first works

[@mezias00]

To Zanarkand from FFX and Deep Stone Lullaby from D2 are my favorit ost's of all time.

[@Guy8288]

I love this version of this music. I still replay Final Fantasy X to this day. Definitely one you should give a shot. Maybe even on stream if you're interested.

[@kidding2you]

One of the most emotional games out there too

[@springdeerling7866]

This song plays at the main menu and one of the opening cutscenes. FFX and FFVII have my favorite stories. Alot about life, death, and grief

[@bradleyswanson5245]

Some of the best songs in the Final Fantasy games are from the Final Fantasy X series of games. To Zanarkand, 1000 words and Memories of Lightwaves are in my opinion the most powerful songs in the series. Highly recommend Memories of Lightwaves next. Also recommend playing the games as well lol. You will never regret playing these games.

[@ChocolatierRob]

This music is from the first scene in the game, the scene also plays when you just start the game up. The game is narrated by a character called Tidas and begins with him about to tell his friends of the journey that lead him to where they all are. So the scene is a flash forward to the start of his narration then you play the game leading up to the point he is narrating from near the end of their journey.

[@Icky240]

Back when game music really have meanings. One of the best game ost ever.

[@tommikoistinen2321]

Final Fantasy X is the best, the GOAT! Timeless classic!

[@ChocolatierRob]

Final Fantasy X is probably the best place to begin if you want to try the FF series. It is the link between the classic series and the more modern games.

[@troydeacon5352]

If anyone who is hearing this for the first time is feeling emotional it's an emotional scene where Tidas is getting ready to tell you his story this is the first thing you see when you start the game

[@svenfruiti494]

I hope you one day play a videogame on this channel since its called GOT "Games"... Not only on twitch because after the stream, the clip is gone forever

[@Drucifer93]

Aaand now I wanna go play Final Fantasy X again, thanks Luke. Time to go cry at pixels again. I hope you're happy xD

[@TidesofMercy]

Play it, play it! 😊

[@derekchouinard2567]

This song has been on every playlist / cd i burned since FFX dropped

[@deviousdoggo5534]

Something I can highly recommend is the distant worlds soundtracks, they are remastered orchestral versions of songs and ost's from every final fantasy.

[@cyberjarl]

FFX is one of my favorite titles in the series, and one of my favorite JRPG as well. Definitely worth playing. And if you do, I hope you put your playthrough on KZbin :D Even the sequel, FFX-2, which is nowhere near as good as the first one, is a gem of its own.

[@danielmedela8725]

"Listen to my history....this might be our last chance."

[@malomodo]

This game is really emotional, highly recommended. You should check out "Flow" from Final Fantasy 14. Amanda Achen is an amazing singer and seamlessly "flows" between operatic, jazz, and pop style.

[@rabaaquest5787]

Thank you for your reaction.

[@scruffy3121]

It's the beginning, it's the end, it's their story.

[@RudiTheMan]

Now, I'm waiting for Suteki da ne,

[@nwaarmalek6242]

Nobuo Uematsu himself is a legend. You definetly must check some of his work. Theres too many to name, some of the OST is way ahead of his time.

[@DjidaneZokawaify]

Please do more final Fantasy OST reaction, they are masterpiece !

[@darkdaemon2523]

Another amazing OST from Final Fantasy X is "The Truth Revealed".

[@adamwoszczak4359]

I liked "Dark messenger" from FF IX.

[@carolinatravaglia]

FFX is my favorite game of all time. And I always recommend to anyone that enjoys RPG ❤, To Zanarkand is the main song, appears as the hit play and come's back to kick you on the guts... that's all I'm going to say about it 😭

[@swiftigoth]

This was the first Video Game I played that I cried at the ending. Won't spoil why, but if you know, you know. 😢

[@dayLeap]

Is there anyone who played FFX until the end and didn't cry?

[@ShawnHaske]

Luke, just play the Game. It's one of the best games ever made.

[@GoldenG0D]

You should react to "One Winged Angel" from Final Fantasy VII !!