LIVE A LIVE - Nintendo Switch

[@whoisthisgit]

14 seconds in, with the shot of Masaru's training room, that's when it hit me what this was for. I love the original, but I've always thought it could be given some polish with a remake, and here we are! I can't wait!

[@logans.7932]

HAHAHA YES Dude as soon as I saw this trailer I knew how happy you'd be. Every youtuber reaction vid just used this trailer to talk about something else but this is gonna be great. Would love if you did a vid on it if you feel like you haven't exhausted the game already.

[@Dark-Fenrir_65]

Hey is you, I watch your videos since 2 years ago and actually started and finished vandal hearts after watching the vandelier video. Greeting from Central America.

[@J-Wolf17FTW]

For me it was the saloon. After watching your video on that chapter, how could I forget?

[@J-Wolf17FTW]

I'll go one step further, when they were revealing the front mission remake, I was thinking they should've done Live A Live instead. Guess I got what I wished for live.

[@decliningship4208]

@@J-Wolf17FTW Same

[@Rosario0X]

BRO I NEVER EXPECTED THEM TO LOCALIZE THIS AND REMASTER IT IN OCTOPATH TRAVELER STYLE, THANK YOU SQUARE ENIX I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR 20+ YEARS

[@笑顔悲しい]

So happy for you bro 😭

[@TriangleTrinity]

Bro I know. Not a lot of people even know about this beautiful gem. I know all about it and haven’t even played it!! What a day to be A-LIVE!!!!

[@RockEsper]

I’ve been dreaming of this since I played it in high school, kinda in disbelief 😭

[@fiskburk2908]

Indeed this totally unexpected

[@hafirenggayuda]

When Octopath come out, I thought this game already shelved. Good job Square Enix and Nintendo

[@lukiapotato8526]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, bringing this gem back as 2D was the best choice aesthetically hands down. The shot at Masaru's gym had me in tears. This game has a very special place in my heart.

[@OmegaMetroid93]

Do NOT sleep on this one. It's an absolute gem of a game.

[@chaselanglands6757]

The fact that this game has VOICE ACTING now is truly incredible.

[@Hes_Gone]

you will repay my loyalty... *IN DEATH!*

[@gmanpizza8181]

The 2D-HD is just such a beautiful style. Love how Square Enix is using it a fair bit now.

[@matthewcarreras1904]

The style is definitely great.

[@TryllHDTv]

I absolutely love it and always crave more.

[@justicejeff2108]

Of all games on Earth, this was the LAST game I ever thought would get a remaster. The name had me do a double-take!

[@adamnakamura8003]

*SAAAME!!!*

[@GooTheMighty]

This and Act Raiser, I am LIVING

[@ReyZar666]

i got baited into thinking it was going to be EARTHBOUND

[@melchorgospel5159]

Believe man, i thought that too! I can't believe they revived Live A Live! XD

[@ReyZar666]

@@melchorgospel5159 bro i am just so mad, they could have re make mother 1 & 2 and call it a day really

[@CountShaman]

If Earthbound is Undertale's quirky yet loving mother, then this is Undertale's cool dad who protects it from the shadows.

[@RogersBase]

People keep telling me this is something I'm definitely gonna love so I'm excited to experience it for the first time. I'm a sucker for the 2D-HD style too so I'm for sure gonna check it out when it releases!

[@choobiestudios2305]

W

[@thelegendaryjanitor2008]

if u like octopath traveller then this will surely like this . It do what Octopath traveler do before but each characters has unqiue gameplay and with actually connect story

[@aerth6946]

Please do.

[@_Tzer]

it is art.

[@KeyleeTamirian]

@@thelegendaryjanitor2008 SaGa Frontier did what Octopath Traveler did before Octopath Traveler. Except SaGa games have actual non-linear stories.

[@yetped117]

One of the best JRPGs of all time. Epic music and gameplay.

[@haruhisuzumiya6650]

The chiptunes are amazing and the orchestrated version elevates this to chrono trigger levels

[@SiccazHD]

Epic gameplay in a jrpg?

[@aerth6946]

@@SiccazHD Yessir.

[@SandopolisZone]

​@@SiccazHD You'd be shock to know how many people prefer JRPGs over your favourite genres :) So yea, let's normalize it. It's a genre like many others. If it's revamped, visually amazing, well paced and with solid mechanics that keep the attention I don't understand the hate and/or doubt. There are so many examples of amazing JRPGs must-play due to their pacings and narrative, like FF VI, Persona 5 and Dragon Quest XI to name a few.

[@flyforever20]

@@SiccazHD More than those dead FIFA and NBA 2K games at least that's for sure. 💀

[@AuraStrikeAce]

Never thought this game would get the recognition it deserves, so this was a nice surprise!

[@aerth6946]

I remember joking about it getting a remake a couple years ago. Never truly thought I would see the day. I'm so happy.

[@pilotmemes]

@@aerth6946 keep telling jokes about games you want, let's keep em coming

[@ehe1752]

@@aerth6946 make a joke about golden sun, pls

[@aerth6946]

@@pilotmemes Lufia would never make the cut, people don't like a well-rounded story of Legacy and Love. Robotrek is literally slapstick humor, I doubt people would even look at it. And if they do, it's only to mock the MC resemblance to Taichi from Digimon, googles and all. Ganbare Goemon not being milked cheapily by Konami and getting a proper new game? Hah! Not even in my wildest dreams!

[@aerth6946]

@@ehe1752 If only I had actually gave it a fair chance back when I was a kid. I'll try to get back to it, though. People say great things about it.

[@kryptomanik]

I'm crying. This is my favorite SNES JRPG of all time. I never thought it would get localized. BUT A REMAKE TOO? Dreams do come true.

[@PLATESWEEPER]

Ive never played it before but im definitely picking this up.

[@GarlyleWilds]

Same. I didn't expect to be brought to tears out of nowhere today but Nintendo showed up with a mace specifically aimed in my direction.

[@lukiapotato8526]

Honestly same... this game worked as a gateway into RPGs for me.

[@Mikau888]

really interested to see how the official translation will compare to the fan translation!

[@kryptomanik]

@@Mikau888 If it's just "okay", I think having voice acting will uplift the localization.

[@Aztyph]

So, for those of you that know nothing of this game, here's a bit of a (non-spoiler) primer: This is basically _Octopath Traveler_ before _Octopath Traveler._ You can play the first seven scenarios in any order, but you have to complete them in order to play the others. Each scenario also has a different "feel" that makes them stand out from each other. In addition to that, each scenario's cast were designed by a different manga artist. Most of them are pretty obscure to Western audiences; the biggest ones are the "Twilight of Edo Japan" characters being designed by _Detective Conan's_ mangaka, Gosho Aoyama; and the "Near Future" cast being designed by Kazuhiko Shimamoto, who also was a character designer for _Mobile Fighter G Gundam._ The music was composed by Yoko Shimomura. As fantastic as her body of work is, I personally think that this is one of the best soundtracks that she's ever done. There are so many tracks that are catchy and memorable, to say nothing of the *phenomenal* boss tune. Finally, the director is Takashi Tokita, who's far better known for the critically acclaimed _Chrono Trigger_ and original _Parasite Eve._ In fact, working on _Live A Live_ gave him the confidence he needed to make _Chrono Trigger._ Bottom line is this: Did you love _Octopath Traveler?_ Play this game. Are you a fan of _Chrono Trigger?_ Play this game. Do you just love JRPGs in general? *Play. this. game.* Basically, this game is an amazing feat on all fronts, and I'm super stoked that it's finally being brought West.

[@rawbe590]

Thanks for this. I needed someone to tell me that! I'M IN!

[@Shyguymask]

I was planning on playing this! And Octopath is one of my favorite RPGs! And it's gonna be on a convenient handheld console! This is perfect!!!!!!!

[@BigBoy257]

Hey it’s the Plants vs Zombies Guy!

[@eineron4568]

@@BigBoy257 No he's the Terraria and CrossCode guy

[@loubob69]

no it's the guy that featured on whoisthisgit's channel a couple times :^)

[@nigele8625]

nono this guy is the one that... oh i cant remember

[@huevonesunltd]

You're missing out. After you play it try "Touhou A Live" It is as good as the original trust me

[@josh0156]

I played the SNES version of this with a translation patch ages ago. Never imagined it would ever get an official translation + release, let alone a remaster!

[@KeyleeTamirian]

It's a Remake tho, not a Remaster.

[@hinaru77]

Finally! Fun fact the late President Iwata actually mention this game on Nintendo twitter account back in 2015 about how this game holds so many memories for people. Can’t wait to play it.

[@guidofedeli851]

I'm legit in tears I'm so happy I'm so HAPPY

[@000mjd]

The fact Square Enix gives attention to games like this and Actraiser its really amazing

[@_Tzer]

Debatble as to why at this point cuz if they erase fan stuff it's clear they did it for money.

[@LoakaMossi111]

LIVE-A-LIVE is one of my favorite games of all times, and 2-D HD is an artstyle that I adore. This remake makes me happy to an unbelievable degree.

[@robertobrosful]

Not even in my wildest dreams I thought of a Remake from Live a Live. I am so bloody happy.

[@GamesUesu]

I wanted this remake for so long. Also, long live to Yoko Shimomura, great songs.

[@swonkoji]

Live A Live is one of the cult classic RPGs in Japan. Not as famous as FF or DQ, not even close, but people still talking about it nowadays... I hope western audience will love it too.

[@del4028]

I'm from Chile and I love it. Finished it more than a month ago and I still think on it.

[@RoseOfEnigma]

It’s beautiful. I’ve looked at this for five hours now.

[@marionation586]

I was _not_ expecting this, but I'm so glad that one of my favorite stories in any RPG can be told once more. This game is truly special, and I can't wait to experience it in HD!

[@huevonesunltd]

You know someone is a cultured gamer when they know about Live A Live

[@anthonyrios2311]

You can thank Region Locked for that

[@NimonoSolenze]

I was in a voice chat on Discord with some friends watching the direct. When this popped up I just started screaming in joy. I've heard so much about this game, always wanted to give it a try, never made time to, and now...now this. I'm SO EXCITED!

[@megaman161]

My first exposure was Frankomatic's playthrough here some 10 odd years ago. Very excited to play myself.

[@aerth6946]

Heck yes.

[@hafirenggayuda]

Coughcoughcoughemulatorcoughcough

[@Guanvro]

When the splash art for the announcement appeared, I was like "oh, another remake, but of what game? I do not recognize it", then the little scene at 0:10 with the dinosaur bones appeared, and I was like "this seems familiar, but I cannot tell why". Then the "Crystal Saloon" at 0:13 made it click...and tears started to form in my eyes while the following scenes started to play. Then when the "Live A Live" splash art appeared, and I completely lost it. I was jumping from side to side in my room while doing muffled sounds of excitement. This is one the best RPGs I have played, and seeing it the 2D-HD style made me cry from joy! I thank God that I am able to be a gamer at this time of history!

[@user-unos111]

"As long as there is one man who believes in you" indeed

[@PlazDreamweaver]

This looks so freaking epic. Never heard of it until today. Definitely pre ordering it. The music was amazing, the voice acting at the end with the choreography was one of the most epic shots I've ever seen in media, and HD-2D continues to be a marvel. I love this.

[@DavidHutchinson0713]

Fun fact: composing Live A Live was the first job Yoko Shimomura got at Square, before rising to fame with games such as Super Mario 64, Parasite Eve, and _especially_ the Kingdom Hearts franchise

[@PlazDreamweaver]

@@DavidHutchinson0713 Wow, now I'm even more excited.

[@EnnidHuid]

@@PlazDreamweaver also the director of live a live went on to make chrono trigger.

[@SkyflyNB]

I played the fan translation recently and never expected this to get a full remake. It's a pretty short with each story being different in style like one character has no battles and another is all battles in a martial arts tournament. The story comes together in a cool way with a big twist.

[@maj-solidsnake1808]

spoil please

[@hafirenggayuda]

Feel free to read the spoiler in wiki and forum

[@YonDS96]

@@maj-solidsnake1808 the big plot twist deserve you play the game (old snes patched translated or this remake)

[@alacritical7873]

This is such an underrated game--one of the best Square has ever made, in my opinion. The graphics look amazing, and I can't wait to play it

[@paperluigi6132]

As soon as I heard the opening notes of Gigalomania last night, my mind immediately remembered this day.

[@Rubberman202]

I lost my mind at this announcement, I can't believe they're not only releasing this game in the west, but giving it the HD-2D treatment, it's so awesome, I can't wait to play it!

[@YappingEevee]

Absolutely incredible, I literally could not have asked for a better gift than this announcement.

[@sleepiv1]

I'm glad someone at Nintendo realizes there's a market for this type of thing, this was such a good reveal Also as an aside, I'm a real sucker for pixel-art games getting remade with HD2D instead of 3D models or some other stylized artstyle. I think it's a great way to update a game while keeping the charm

[@Teknanam]

Nintendo? This is Square Enix.

[@verdethestarwarrior1088]

Never heard of this one, but it looks absolutely incredible. I’ll definitely give it a shot

[@ChristopherMoom]

One of the main reasons I even know about this game is because Toby Fox named MEGALOVANIA after a song from this game, called Megalomania, so seeing this game resurface felt bizarre, I might check out this game in the future

[@eddie64]

Megalomania - Live a Live is my first Siivagunner video ever! It was perfect, a banger and a amazing joke, rock it all with the banger of a old square game and a indie magnificient and popular recent game! Since this day, Siivagunner was and still a huge inspiration for me, bringing me joy even when I was in pure darkness! I need to play this game, because i'm sure it's my destiny!

[@IOA21]

one of the biggest details that i really like about this, is that from the original SNES version, only "Party" characters got the upscaled more detailed look when in battle scenes or in certain cutscenes, now it looks like all NPCs are drawn with that same style. The potential to have characters in expanded roles in this take of the game is quite intriguing.

[@link18226]

I had my own concept for Live A Live II once. It would have a Hexagonal grid battle system instead of square one and Twelve campaigns with Thirteenth final: 1. Conflict of tribes in Africa 2. Ancient Rome Gladiator - Colosseum Fights 3. Japanise warrior from pre-samurai Era 4. Medival female kinght protecting Young heir to the throne 5. Story of Renesance Inventor 6. Pirate crew seeking legendary treasure during age of Enlightenment 7. Policeman fighting against Mafia in America at the end of XIX Century 8. Any war from around first part of XX century (Personally I would prefer Polish-Bolshevik War from 1920) 9. Spy mission during Cold War 10. Group of Teenagers fighting against paranormal creatures - Around Modern Day 11. Cyborg during Robots Uprising - Near Future 12. Aliens struggling against cosmic extinction event - Very distant future 13. Final - Fighting God of Time - Timeless dimension

[@alvarogarrido5334]

That's your jrpg right there good storylines.

[@amagin]

i have no idea why i cried when to saw this trailer. my childhood was awesome. can't wait to play this again. thanks so much SQUARE ENIX

[@FinalGamerJames]

I cannot believe they finally did it. They brought Live A Live out of Japan AND AS A REMAKE?! perfection.

[@NuiYabuko]

*Remake

[@Xman34washere]

God is alive

[@Hambs]

For me, this is the biggest development out of this nintendo direct. Really looking forward to this one

[@theLethalRabbit]

Woww! One of the best SNES rpgs finally gets the recognition it deserves! This comes from a time when Square experimented and tried things that were really ahead of their time. The sci-fi chapter still gives me the chills and the game's original music was in-cre-di-ble. There is also a great twist here, arguably one of the best story twists of its era. It's all about the nature of "evil" - but i'm not going to spoil it here! Really glad about this. :)

[@Flegan777]

Holy crap, my RPG-loving heart can't take all these wonderful announcements. Another one to add to the preorder list!

[@zer0w0lf94]

1:28 A convenient replay button for all who wish to hear this on repeat.

[@skywardarceus]

Best part of the direct. This is legit one of my favorite games of all time.

[@Lechucico]

Someone with a photo of Isaac can't be a liar

[@MrLaiioSpain]

i gotta love this HD-2D remakes trend

[@PigBoy99]

Just a few weeks ago I was talking about how this game deserves to be remastered Here it is I’m tearing up

[@Sean_Bird]

Was not expecting this during the direct, this so cool to finally see this get localized in a remake!

[@Despots_Blitz86]

This is absolutely one of those games that made me think "How the _frick_ have I never heard about this"?!?! It sounds super cool!

[@Inkfy]

It's real. It's ACTUALLY real. I never expected this game to be brought overseas. I just assumed it would remain a cult classic. So happy others get a chance to play this!

[@saifuusuri]

Same. I can't wait to watch other people stream this.

[@Regrocks81]

I have never played LIVE A LIVE. But I have heard and love the soundtrack. When I saw that logo and heard that music swell, it gave me chills.

[@itsacharcoalice]

I can't wait for THAT origin scene to be voiced

[@Hes_Gone]

you will repay my loyalty... *IN DEATH!* is such a powerful line right??

[@mysteryman9488]

Never in a million years did I think I'd see this game remade, literally jumped from my seat. I can't wait.

[@ScenicFights]

This looks amazing. I haven't heard of this series until now. How is it?

[@thefreelancequeen]

It’s a one-off. It’s really good.

[@ScenicFights]

@pablo. It def gave me Chrono Trigger vibes so that awesome.

[@Irixyujon]

It's like SaGa/Octopath meets Arc the lad gameplay. It's really good

[@namelessfaerie1302]

@@ScenicFights Made by the same team that did CT and it released a year earlier, so yeah. You can definitely see a lot of the ideas they'd later refine for CT

[@alacritical7873]

It's only one game, but it's very good. It's a bunch of anthology stories in different times and places with different goals that all get linked together in the end very satisfyingly

[@WTFPr0m]

I love that they're lavishing this treatment on LIVE A LIVE. Folx have no idea how influential this game was. I can't wait for a new audience to experience it & I can't wait to re-experience it myself.

[@mister-x2]

It's like I'm a teen looking for translation patches in early 1998 internet again, lol.

[@silverflight01]

Me: I wonder why I never heard of- "Previously unreleased outside of Japan" Me: That's why

[@odio4184]

I still can't believe I didn't hallucinate this

[@mistressbayonetta]

I was hoping the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl remakes had a 2D-HD remakes like this, I'm excited for this one!

[@thementalorder1233]

If Pokemon do a HD-2D remake I will jump over and over

[@mikej2020]

I’ve been waiting for this for 25 years! Please release Treasure of the Rudras next!

[@lukiapotato8526]

Oh preach!!!! I'd simply implode if that was to happen

[@reuniclus3621]

Man, this game is GREAT! The story is so well-designed, the gameplay is so varied and unique, the world-building is fantastic, the soundtrack is phenomenal, so much to love about this title! And, with the graphics like THIS, an already amazing game could get even better. My god, I am so excited for the world to see this masterpiece!

[@ObliCold]

The first time I saw this trailer, I didn't know anything about Live A Live but back then when I heard the music and see the first images of the game, I knew this was an important one. Now I know it's a remake of a non localized game of the snes era and this will be my first experience of Live A Live so I'm very hype for the release of this game.

[@Tjad]

the last scene gives me a goosebump!

[@Hes_Gone]

you will repay my loyalty... *IN DEATH!* such an epic and iconic scene

[@ButtaMilkBiscuitsGaming]

When start screen music can make you think about life and all and bring this 44 year old to tears you got something good ahead of you. Picked this game up friday and been playing it this whole weekend.... wasnt expecting the Shifu chapter to go like it did, but i enjoyed it. Great game.

[@superfighter064]

I could cry right now We’ve waited too long for this !

[@RichardHannay]

Yasunori Mitsuda tweeted that he was a voice actor in this game and wonder if they kept his voicework in the remake.

[@TailsGuy72]

it's LIVE A LIVE. IT's LIVE A LIVE. LOOK AT IT. LOOK AT IT

[@niXity9000]

Amazing, in my opinion this is the best SFC RPG that was never released outside Japan - crazy to see a true release so many years later

[@0utrunner237]

Coming back to this after unlocking the true ending puts a *whole* new perspective on the first 20 seconds of this trailer.

[@del4028]

Haha same here

[@thegaminginkling6470]

I have never heard of this game in my life, but the moment they said “different characters from different time periods,” it got me hooked. Octopath Traveler meets Chrono Trigger?! Take my money!

[@risinghopper1213]

YES!!! IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!!!! LIVE A LIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Edit: I knew it was Live A Live as soon as the crystal saloon showed up. Japanese castle + Saloon + training room? Yeah I knew what it was and screamed with joy.

[@thekinginyellow7777]

I actually howled at my screen when I saw this

[@FRIONIELASTRALIS]

Saaaame

[@Cynon]

Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen. Honestly stunned right now.

[@Cheezepin]

i have never had such a visceral reaction to a trailer live. so unbelievably excited for this

[@1cualtemoch970]

My childhood game 😭😭😭😭

[@Ophelia381]

Oh my god people are finally going to discover this absolute gem! YES!

[@forgottensoul6678]

This game needs more attention and support.

[@AyyALSR]

Holy. Moly. I honestly believed this was an underrated gem in it's time. The fact it is getting a remake in 2022 felt like a dream. I love this game with a passion, and I can't wait for the full release, even if it's practically the same game as last time.

[@zhou5928]

It's a masterpiece on the SNES, along with Chrono Trigger.

[@EggOfNobleArms]

I cried for like 2 hours and I'm still freaking out

[@polybius32]

I'M SO HAPPY, ONE OF MY FAVORITE GAMES OF ALL TIME IS FINALLY GETTING REMADE!

[@zzzmeta4555]

Not going to lie, this got me hyped

[@smasherthecannonball6240]

Never played this or even heard of it, but it looks interesting. Plus, HD 2D is just so pleasing to look at.

[@OhNoSoLoDoLo]

I was so excited to actually see this being remade, never played the original but knew about it thanks to Undertale and the discussion of its role in the soundtrack and Toby’s history. Now I get to finally indulge

[@stickyallover7016]

Yes me and the twelve other people who love this game finally are getting the game we deserve.

[@kwizzeh]

I've been waiting nearly 20 years for this to officially come out in English and now it's coming and in HD2D

[@Pensive_Scarlet]

One of the best RPGs ever made. Hopefully this inspires some indie anthology-style games. Or a sequel, you know? ;D

[@slimehunter84]

This absolutely! 💯 Live A Live occupies a very unique space and genre, and I hope indie devs and gamejammers who have not been influenced by this concept get to play it now and enjoy it.

[@mullet_muffins]

so excited! can't wait to hear the remastered tunes

[@BillyBumBuh]

I'm actually looking forward to this

[@monsterfurby]

This is such an underappreciated gem. I can't wait to finally play an official translation and remaster of it - looks amazing.

[@Bornagainvillain]

I've heard alot about this game. Especially in how it influenced Octopath Traveler. I'm happy that I'll finally be able to experience this title.

[@Ragness10]

I can't believe they only released this in Japan. This looks sick!

[@twilighttiger2368]

This is definitely giving me Octopath Traveller and Chrono Trigger vibes, which is always a good sign! I might just pick this up when it comes out. :)

[@SimonLasner]

FINALLY! MY FAVOURITE GAME IS BACK!!

[@merlin2062]

Hypest part of the direct for me I almost cried of happiness. I hope they give it the love and polish it deserves, such an amazing gem from the super famicom

[@beefiestbeef8002]

Wow.... It's true. Remember Ouranos' word? "As long as there is still one person who believes in you"

[@constellationstation1628]

BORN TOO LATE TO EXPLORE EARTH BORN TO EARLY TO EXPLORE SPACE BORN JUST RIGHT TO LIVE A LIVE

[@GRNKRBY]

I freaked out when this appeared in the stream. Watched Boltage McGammar play this years ago and loved it (especially the ending).

[@szeltovivarsydroxan9944]

I swear, HD-2D needs to be here to stay. What an absolutely beautiful graphical style. I hope more devs and publishers and indies will jump on this bandwagon.

[@NoName_716]

Man, the music is amazing!