Lost in Vivo #1 - Nostalgic Horror

[@InkblotHyena]

46:46 - For those who don't know why just a set of shoes in front of the tracks is so horrific, it *may* be a reference to the odd phenomenon in Japanese culture known as the 'barefoot su!c!de'. Essentially, in Japanese culture, before taking their own life, a person takes off their own shoes. I'm unsure of why this happens myself, but.. it could be a reference to it. I may be incorrect. Just thought that was an interesting touch.

[@brianburkhardt3692]

I believe the ribbon on the shoe- the yellow ribbon- is meant to commemorate suicide victims (like how a pink ribbon is for Breast Cancer victims).

[@bannnz]

in japan, its a custom to remove your shoes before entering a home or most buildings. i could take two separate guesses but neither of them may be correct. 1, it could be that they believe that wherever they go after death could be a building of some sort. or maybe they think taking shoes off before walking around as a spirit makes more sense, because they could enter buildings. not sure if "ghosts" can remove their shoes? and 2, it could be some sort of thing that happens in funerals. maybe theres a practice of removing shoes of the deceased before theyre buried. im unsure

[@cameron6538]

@@bannnz I seem to recall that some native American tribes believed that your soul had to travel through the soles of your feet into the earth to leave your body, and that removing the soles of a dead person's feet would trap their souls. Certainly unrelated but an interesting parallel

[@gummycubez]

@@bannnz It's most likely that since the afterlife is considered holy, it will probably be impolite to have them on. Like walking into the next life similar to that of walking into a new home.

[@tommyboyio1363]

I hope people caught the noise that he had reacted to saying he thought he missed a scare was dirrectly tied to those shoes. Listening closely the noise was a scream followed by a crunch of the person committing suicide by Train.

[@clayleone9111]

You’re quickly becoming one of my favorite content creators. I never really cared for horror until finding your channel, but now I can’t get enough. You do a great job of explaining how and why elements of horror work. Game makers could learn a lot from watching you!

[@MorkedUP1]

SAME it feels like his channel was created only a week or two ago

[@thisisarainbow5034]

I feel the same, its the perfect content for me

[@DoomsDay1661]

Yh same here man

[@trixiegamez8553]

Same lol

[@thedukeofweasels6870]

I like how serious he takes this stuff while still being entertaining. so many horror let's plays are nothing but obnoxious dirty jokes and random screaming loud boisterous antics which distract from the atmosphere of the game itself. but he actually seems to give the games he plays the respect they deserves which is so refreshing!!!

[@ksdtsubfil6840]

What was Akuma Kira thinking making this? "Oh, Spooky's Jump Scare Mansion was too cute. I know! For my next project, I'm gonna COMMIT PSYCHOTERRORISM!" I love this developer so much.

[@judewelos]

I like that this game is a metaphor for therapy actually

[@scrithen2836]

@@judewelos is it really considered a metaphor if its directly stated that its about therapy?

[@judewelos]

@@scrithen2836 Some people might not catch it

[@ksdtsubfil6840]

22:48 It's amazing how you reference As Above, So Below prior because that expression is also mentioned in the same movie. "Abandon all hope ye who enter here"-the inscription at the entrance of hell in Dante's Divine Comedy

[@oliviervandenbroek4287]

I honestly love that you explore these indie horror games. Im honestly too shit-scared to play these myself, but i love horror with commentary. Having you cover the less well-known games makes me unbelievably happy!

[@oriyo899]

Oh my god, I was literally thinking last night while watching one of your videos "I wonder if he's played Lost in Vivo" AND BOOM, NOT 24 HOURS LATER. You're great!

[@thevoidanswerswithjazz2215]

Same

[@Fuhrious]

Omg Oriyo, you influence him through the ether. Keep thinking of cool games so we can see more!

[@mr_moothedisastercatyoutub9092]

I learned about iron lung the day it was uploaded, it was the first thing I saw

[@BasicallyAnArtist]

It’s amazing how you can pay attention to so many elements of a horror game…while playing it in real time! Lost in Vivo would never have been as interesting if it wasn’t for your honest commentary. It’s not just a game when you play, it’s something more, and I’m hooked!

[@funni_noises]

I love the save room. The fact there’s an angel statue there makes it seem as if god or some other holy being teleported you there to protect you

[@J.DeLaPoer]

Lots of indie horror out there, but this is definitely one of the best in the fps genre. Don't forget the secret midnight mode! Clear inspirations were Silent Hill, Condemned, Cry of Fear/Afraid of Monsters; and of course the save rooms lifted straight from Castlevania. I loved every second of this one; truly we live in the golden age of horror. As a sidenote, Condemned (the first one!) has been one of my all-time favorites since release. As someone into urbex since the late 90s, I _swear_ that game took direct inspiration from some places I've been.

[@Earthiness]

I absolutely loved this game, genuinely one of the best horror games out there.

[@yokkiedokie]

So excited to hear your thoughts on this game, it's so well made and has such good tension. Can't wait to see more!

[@Hackerman177]

What an absolute chad of a protagonist. Jumps in to hell, just to save a corgi.

[@semerset]

I love the horror setting of second tape so much! Especially the ending. You've got into a place your are not belong to... Like, sure, you shouldn't be at all of those places you've seen in the game, but this one... With strange gigantic creatures around... It brings some pure terror to me. This is just a dream and you want to wake up RIGHT NOW

[@astryd8991]

It's been a while, so maybe someone has mentioned this; The ribbon on the shoes is yellow, and can stand for s**cide awareness. It can also stand for missing persons/children or the disappeared. Given it's on a pair of removed shoes and their location, it probably does imply s**cide, but I thought the other references were interesting as well.

[@grubbiechirp5695]

Literally me and a lot of people watching you can agree that you are a great comfort

[@3D1ofakind]

I love the sense of purpose this game gives straight away, the use of sound is super creative too, if you're stuck you can pinpoint where to go

[@MrGermandeutsch]

Chilling next to the statue as the video ends is somehow perfect. It just works so wonderfully!

[@SameytheHedgie]

Imagine your the dude on the subway at 38:08 and just seeing a random guy come off the escalator, point a gun at you and scream "Who are you?!" I'd silently stare too lol

[@zion6680]

I know now why I enjoy this quite a bit. It's because you never stop to say "Oh that sort of takes me out of it" Or stop to acknowledge something being gamey, instead focusing on immersing yourself.

[@clayleone9111]

I know it’s been over done to hell on KZbin, but I’d love to see your analysis of the horror themes and tropes in the Penumbra and Amnesia games. Especially Penumbra: Black Plague, arguably one of the best ‘run or hide’ atmospheric horror games

[@hylianhealer1647]

the thing that makes him special that i love is he does it *while* playing the games/maps he does the analyzation of horror in real time, breaking down each bit and bringing this sense of comfort into these horror situation that i love

[@DoomguyIsGrinningAtYou.]

I've started playing amnesia for the first time and... um... game is really spoopier than I expected.

[@AllahsStrongestSoldier]

Cant wait for you to experience this game and see your reaction

[@maxconrad17]

I love how you’re in the darkness on your cam as well! Way to get into the mood.

[@jacksonfruit3644]

these videos feel so familiar, the way it’s set up. Bravo man, you’ve captured how I used to make my videos.

[@longjoseph9332]

The angel in the save room has a slight air of consternation about her. I did wonder right after you killed the homeless dude if she was expressing contempt for the action, and your choices throughout the game would result in the save room changing, which has me pleasantly surprised that it does.

[@DearAnem0ia]

Mate, this is one of the best survival horror games out there, you're gonna love it

[@Dogman_35]

Fun fact, this game was made by one of the developers of Spooky's House of Jumpscares. Some of that style definitely comes through, every now and then.

[@ioverexcitedninja4281]

isn't it spookys jumpscare mansion? or is spookys house of jumpscares a different game?

[@Dogman_35]

@@ioverexcitedninja4281 They had to change the name because of some asshole mobile game company with a vaguely similar name. "Spooky house" or something

[@vidsatler5517]

You give off an early 2012 KZbinr feeling.

[@SubZyYT]

definitely but still a lot different than most. remember most super popular gaming youtubers are for the "reaction" and jump scare faces and all that now. This guy is so different, i love how he questions everything in the game constantly and wonders if theres meaning. I have a feeling it will effect him from growing really big because the majority likes reactions and not questions but who cares about that when you have a nice niche audience that loves your own style.

[@malfunction2915]

First time watching one of your videos and I love your style of commentating, rather than distract from the gameplay you actually make it immersive

[@OkamiLyra]

I swear to god, if the dog is dead by the end of this game I'm gonna cry and then hug my pupper-

[@eurobtcwby]

It's funny when the game adds a room or object that wasn't there before and your self doubt doesn't let you properly recall if it was actually there before.

[@ioverexcitedninja4281]

"it's like a nightmare petting zoo" "you're not my dog, you're a crash bandicoot hub world" "retrospective perspective "

[@clorby22]

I searched for your channel after someone mentioned you in a comment and I am so glad I did. I love the creepy cosy vibes so much!

[@Canis_Corpus]

Super late to the party but i love the implication that some unseen being just gives you a dinky little .22 pistol almost taunting you. Its great!

[@kalel4everr]

Fun fact : this was made by the same person that made spooky's jumpscare mansion lol

[@davooo7]

Im in love with your channel, the atmosphere is marvelous

[@SubZyYT]

same found him a few days ago i really like how he talks about stuff and questions things a lot. Definitely not like most video game commentary channels.

[@Hloppl]

The sewers rising and falling waters gave a different feel to me. For you it was what if “the water kept on rising”. For me tho it was more akin to what if “a monster shows up when the water falls” Love your content.

[@toadwithahat4514]

Okay this channel is awesome. I was genuinely never really interested in horror nor wanted to put in the dedication to watch horror videos but wowee I really love this channel. I really enjoy watching these videos. Great video!

[@RadioStatic-ic1dy]

I like how the first part of this game rewards you for exploration such as in the third breaker area where he explores a hallway parallel to the one he was in and he was rewarded with ammo he will probably need in the future,knowing where this story is going.

[@dtex1217]

this man's underrated

[@ToyokaX]

This was REALLY good. Really looking forward to seeing the next video of this (and of your videos in general).

[@tonedpeter]

Great video as always! :) There's some sad stuff happening in my personal life rn and your videos are really helping me distract myself; thanks :))

[@artanius137]

Thats tough to hear man, I hope you manage to pull through and recover from all of it. Keep your head up and always strove forward brother, you got this ;)

[@BerzekGamer]

Dude I'm so happy to have found your channel. Keep up the good content my dude.

[@chris170841]

I love your sophisticated description of horror things, elements, and mood. It's like a horror game docent.

[@p_51_mustang_yt75]

Coming back to watch this absolute great horror play through again!

[@sille4829]

if you dislike the subway sorta horror thing idrk what I'm saying but play the metro level on the VR game called boneworks, the game, (despite being literally awesome) is really liminal and through my 5 playthroughs I was still getting creeped out by its little jump scares in the sewers, though its not meant to be a horror game, it is quite creepy and like I said is really underestimated for its liminal spaces! I recommend playing it!

[@collinsmith7143]

I've watched a very amazing review on this game and Mr librarian and you are in for an amazing and horrific treat!, can't wait to start the video, great work!

[@shibainu2528]

I'm calling it now because I haven't watched or played this game myself, (I'm at 13:00 so far). The amount of times that you whistle determines the ending, because you are grabbing the attention of possible threats... alongside your dog. And in Spooky's Jumpscare Mansion, the amount of times you swung the axe determined the ending.

[@DrHammerr]

Excellent! This is just what I need to watch while I work on my HL2 horror map contest entry.

[@MCraven120]

Man, I really enjoy your snarky comments, coupled with the facecam it makes for some great comedy.

[@Ethan_hodson]

6:09 I was in shock for about 3 hours and missed the entire video. At least the person we play as is determined to keep their friend😰 also the dog must’ve not been going in a straight line

[@autello5300]

your change of expression at 14:25 though

[@nonungus]

Nice game. Also you seem like a nice person.

[@Ethan_hodson]

4:59 the feeling of needing to get inside is so real, it really disturbs me when I get the feeling *inside* though. The thought of inside rain is not fun

[@Coldsteak]

one of the best indie horror games ever made

[@i_nameless_i-jgsdf]

Same opinion on the graffitis. Everytime i see them in abandoned places them make it less scarier because they are a sign of someone else have been there already.

[@pinkmann8399]

YOOOOO You're playing the game Pyrocynical covered! I don't know if you'll read this, but I really, genuinly appreciate your content. I could watch you do horror let's plays for hours. Keep up the good work, ily ❤

[@alabaster_rox]

It's awesome watching you play LiV, I absolutely love this game and seeing you play it is the crossover of the year for me! The way you spell out your whole thought process as you progress through the game, your predictions and theories and trains of thought are so fun to listen to. A few things I wanna point out: 18:40 - You're right, that door wasn't there before! People don't usually notice that on their first playthroughs, lol. 1:18:40 - And again, holy shit, people NEVER notice that. Everyone I've seen has been blindsided by the new lock! Also, just a tip, you can see your health from your inventory.

[@benjamins.8772]

watching other people play this game after beating it is something else, I swear that there are so many things that are slightly different but then I doubt myself like maybe I don't remember it just like I wouldn't a bad dream

[@TechnMetal]

You are my favorite game play KZbinr now

[@jojomacabre]

When you said Black Ops 2, my mind immediately went to the moment you have the choice to kill Menendez. The thing is, even though he's tormented all the characters you play as in the campaign, you've got this moral obligation to keep him alive and let the government deal with him, even though you know for a fact that he can and will cause problems later.

[@thedukeofweasels6870]

What you were saying about the save room is kind of like your creepy cozy thing the danger around you is like the rain and the save room is like being warm and safe inside. But I just knew they establish the sense of safety just to betray it eventually

[@shintsukimi8530]

31:45 "...You're not my dog" that line had me laughing so hard i cant

[@Convicted_Melon]

I adored this game. You're in for a very weird time.

[@weskside8349]

bout time someone covers one of my favorites

[@thedukeofweasels6870]

OK I'm only 7 minutes in but that water definitely looks like it's breathing like it's alive might not be realistic but totally adds to the vibe

[@lordboopyzoop2406]

Random person: *Sneeze* Libby: "Stop sneezing" *glare* XD

[@masterzoroark6664]

From the moment you picked up the shotgun I was waiting for you to shoot it and find out the details in the item menu. Hint to new ones: it's a police shotgun with less than lethal ammo, or at least some of it. It cannonically shoots salt sometimes

[@chacecampbell2697]

Really excited to hear that you're interested in playing some smaller game jam horror games. Not sure if you planed on doing random individual games or maybe going sequentially through collections, but game #12 of 20 called *Avert Your Eyes* from the Haunted PS1 C.H.A.I.N. collection by Papercookies is phenomenal (free on itch). It's hard to describe and I don't want to over-hype but.. the sound, the vibe, the ending.. it's really an experience. And for a smaller stand alone game 'The Devil' (also free on itch), builds a DEEP atmosphere with the visuals and dialogue. I can see you specifically having great commentary and enjoying the experience as there's some liminal-esque areas and I just really feel like you'd enjoy the more matured use of tension building not relying on jump scares. Anyway, love the content you're putting out. Really glad to see your channel popping off!

[@BP-fn7du]

I was just about to ask you to play this game.

[@funni_noises]

We need more games where it’s dream like. Like you are in a empty school and leave the school and when you turn around the school is gone and it’s a old park in the middle of a small town we need more games with places connected to each other in ways it shouldn’t be possible. Hope you all understand what I mean

[@GreenX_real]

You are my favorite youtober

[@peacemaker9046]

1:13:12 I believe that the gun you currently have is a Ruger .22 LR caliber pistol, a very small cartridge that has basically zero recoil. I'm pretty sure of this because I've held and fired one before, and that model is a dead ringer for it

[@J.DeLaPoer]

!! EASTER EGG SPOILER !! >>>---------> Start the game at midnight* to enter Midnight Mode! Instead of normal Lost in Vivo it will instead boot up "Midnight" for PS1, a dark medieval hack & slash horror fps. Yes, as in the same "Midnight" that's sneakily referenced in the main LiV game. It's a fun little in-universe easter egg that's short (demo length), but actually is a fully realized retro psx game with it's own menu, maps, weapons, enemies, etc. I found it challenging too, not being used to melee sword combat... *Since it goes by system time, you can play "Midnight" whenever by just changing your clock to 12:00am.

[@GHOST-010]

That zombie scare the sh@t out of me bruhh XD I jump XD

[@sato-kuu]

Hey! Someone made Bloodbourne but ps1 styled, it's actually a really good recreation. I believe it's on itchio, as Bloodbourne PSX. Tis free. It's basically just Bloodbourne, pretty faithful recreation of the game, but you might enjoy it even if just on freetime instead of recording.

[@timteecvhn]

If anything, I bet at around 42:30 or so, when you heard the scream and crunch noise, I bet whatever screamed, screamed in pain at getting ran over by the train.

[@kaimarcu7656]

Your voice is so calm makes me happy :>

[@Noir1X1]

Anything for the doggo

[@robertskinxd8850]

such a cool game, can't wait for part 2

[@223rockmaster]

7:10 is the enemy in the pixelated indie horror game "IM SCARED". :)

[@willow2651]

pog

[@IronBoy-hf2lp]

"That's that thing, from that Japanese RPGMaker horror game..." 7:00 LIBRARIAN. MY GUY. MY DUDE. MY MAN.......... HAVE YOU NOT PLAYED IMSCARED

[@the_furry_inside_your_walls639]

If you want a good series of horror games where the way you play the game effects the ending you get, Metro is a great survival horror shooter game franchise set in Post Apocalyptic Russia, based off of the novels of the same name. There are some truly horrifying moments in those games, especially in 2033 and Exodus, and the endings that you get in those games are determined by your actions, how many enemies you spare or kill, and the decisions you make.

[@Geddy135]

I'm not sure if you actually care, but that handgun you picked up is in fact a Ruger like you said, it looks like it's based on their mark IV series which is chambered in .22 LR. They're supposedly remarkably reliable handguns considering .22 is known for not being too reliable.

[@cptncorrey3273]

18:50 You are not being paranoid the hallway was not there before 😨

[@mia_bentzen]

Another game you might want to add to your list is Darkwood. It's super good (at least what i played of it. i couldn't really handle the survival aspects or the horror aspects very well).

[@death-fm3zt]

Nice video!

[@TallBoiRyanOfficial]

AHHH! FACE CAM!!! (Chris if ur reading this, plz do more facecam vids plz i beg)

[@nuclearinquisition6954]

Actual creppy pasta reading voice irl

[@badog6391]

Can you also play SCP containment breach?

[@sentinel2102]

Spooky month

[@courier6448]

1:13:20 The Ruger you have looks to be the Mark IV Target Pistol, chambered in .22LR. Just to let you know!

[@codydagg2259]

"The Pound" - That is some fucked implications.

[@applefridge1535]

the thing i hate about horror games is just going to the controls and seeing a run button and an attack one XD

[@resonancecatscade7844]

I might have to give this one a try

[@sheperdsfireworks]

I think you should play The Evil-Within, Which one? Either one. First is spookier.

[@saiaoie]

I think you're wrong about the map not making sense, but that is a really interesting idea of having an outdated or otherwise inaccurate map of an area.

[@engineergaming4986]

This absolute sigma male travels through the deepest layers of hell to find his dog.

[@donutpuppy8332]

I just realized something Ruger magazines is that a 1950s Ruger 22 pistol if it is I wish I could find that in like a storm drain it would be creepy if it was just slide to me under a chain link fence with an eyeball looking at me though

[@losfrail6142]

If you set your clock to 12 AM you can play a secret minigame. Same if you lower gama all the way.