Omori is the Saddest Game Ever Made

Omori is one of the best games I have ever played. I took a gamble on it without knowing much about it, and I was blown away by everything I experienced. I tried my gosh darn bestest here to try and explain in some way just why I felt that way. Hope you enjoy you cutie patootie :)
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[@Dhalin]

One of the first things I encourage any player who finishes OMORI to do, is immediately load up the OST, and listen to the first Title Theme. This is after you've heard the other version "Do you remember?" ... put headphones on, listen close and you'll hear the soft wind noises in the background, it sounds like the piece is being played in a vast empty nothingness, kinda like White Space (which is what is depicted on the first title screen). It's only *part* of the track, and some of the notes are hesitant, and then it hits you... Sunny can barely remember the music until he reconnects with his friends and Hero talks about "the song you used to play with Mari" and WHAM, "Do you remember?" starts playing for the first time, which is a more cleaner sounding version that's more complete. And eventually, Sunny plays that very same theme, but on Violin and its name in the soundtrack is "Remembrance" as Sunny suddenly remembers his part in the Duet. And then after the Omori battle, he decides to close the book on that chapter of his life to send Omori packing for good... it's just so good.

[@Snugboy]

holy shit oh my god that never clicked for me. Like it’s actually insane how smart and well thought out this game is. It’s been weeks and I literally am still having things click or reading new things like this about the game. Literally so smart oh my god.

[@SirApple]

@@SnugboyThe moment in the game when you see maris eye transform into something.. “oh you just shouldn’t have looked”. Begs the question of what if she wasn’t dead when she fell… just heavily concussed. What if she actually died due to them hanging her, and she woke at the last second. Makes it hurt even more but it does make sense

[@Fini_Libitina]

@@SirApple It is tragic but I don't think she was dead after falling down the stairs. It is possible that if she broke her neck across the violin she may have died, but falling down the stairs alone probably would not have killed her. She most likely passed out or became paralyzed. If she was rushed to a hospital she could have survived which makes this story even sadder. As you said, she could have woken up in the process of being hanged after all in the files of the game all of the pictures from the truth sequence have descriptions and they may not be 100% valid because they are not in the game. But the code does point out the fact that it looks like she's sleeping meaning... her eyes are shut. So when her one eye (or two) was open when she was hanging there is kinda strange. Idk though ¯\_(ソ)_/¯

[@ka2881hska]

I’m pretty sure it’s called title. Literally

[@Dhalin]

@@Fini_Libitina I tend to disagree with that. Rigor Mortis is known to cause a corpse's eyes to pop open, and it is common enough, that funeral homes will oftentimes sew eyes shut for this reason, as it would be incredibly creepy during a funeral if the deceased was laying there in the casket with their eyes wide open and dried out. OMOCAT gave you many clues that Mari died on impact; "This person is not breathing" several times for instance. The fact Sunny and Basil remained in the bedroom with her for enough time to grieve and cry for at least several minutes, the pic of Sunny trying to shake her awake, etc. If she was still alive, I'm sure the boys would have heard breathing, felt a pulse, etc. But, Sunny knew she was dead. That's why he slumped down against the bed in tears after trying to shake her awake.

[@slyredfox4607]

I wish this game never ended...it is so oddly relatable. The things we feel guilt about, the wrongs we've done and how it effects our relationships and the mental wellbeing of others. It's representation of depression and anxiety is just spot on and it's presentation of a childhood friendship is so endearing that at least for me it's impossible not to yearn for that innocent companionship between friends who love each other. Honestly...I wish I had that sort of friendship, it kind of ruins my perception of the empty friendships I used to have

[@JackAttack64]

yeah.

[@Anto_07]

yeah.

[@joshl4225]

Omori is such an emotional and raw experience! It also had me weeping at various points but I feel such a connection to this game! The music is amazing too, by your side being a particular highlight of mine! (also merry CD - Toby Fox killed it on this one)

[@Snugboy]

By Your Side is so beautiful. But I think See You Tomorrow is my favourite.

[@pedroxqui]

Wasn't expecting this today... How can I get melancholic from a video about a game I never played???

[@Snugboy]

WOAH I am glad I was able to do that!

[@SporgeMCDuck]

Whenever I hear "Duet" I cannot help myself but cry. This game honestly makes me feel so much and I just wish I could go back and experience everything it had to offer for the first time again.

[@Djhypakat]

I cry my eyes out whenever i hear it, i feel so sad for the characters, especially mari and basil

[@agibussniper7360]

I'd absolutely love to see more omori content from you! I can't get enough of this game and how complex it is.

[@maifafelltemmie6300]

Honestly id rather he cover an actual sad game like the lisa series

[@mariinova]

this video could not have had better timing because i just recently finished this game myself! everything you mentioned was so well said and perfectly explained how i was feeling while playing this game. as someone who has really been struggling with mental health, seeing how all of the characters are affected by mari’s death (which is also my actual name) helped keep me going irl for the sake of being able to live and see beautiful days again. i too was crying my eyes out basically the entire last section of the game and something about the music that plays while fighting omori hit my soul in a way i don’t even know how to explain. truly a beautiful game on so many levels. thank you so much for this wonderful video and happy holidays!

[@elijahmcgrath5918]

Wow! I'm sure having the same name as one of the characters made that a crazy emotional ride for you. Your life has purpose Mari! You're beautiful in the unique way God made you 💛

[@Snugboy]

Woah I can’t even imagine how the story would’ve hit while sharing the name of one of the characters. That’s insane. It’s not as cool, but for a big part of the game I really related to Sunny/Omori because I too have a older sister and I used to play the Violin. But luckily my sister is still alive and when I finished I called her and told her how much I loved her. I am really glad the game gave you the strength to keep going. Your presence on this planet is such a blessing and we’re all so glad you’re still here. You’re amazing ❤️

[@mariinova]

@@Snugboy i’ve noticed that this game tends to have that effect on a lot of people! it really leaves you wanting to call family just to let them know that you love them and i think that’s a beautiful thing! i’m in the exact opposite boat as an older sister with a younger sibling who plays the violin, so i’m very grateful to be able to see them now that the holidays coming up!

[@basilofgoodwishes4138]

Omori change my life, it made me a more Empathic person, the other game that changed me is Opus Echo of Starsong, which is tied with Omori as the best game ever in my list.

[@user-op8fg3ny3j]

Your channel is very much underated for the quality of your content!

[@Nyutamoony]

I played the game because of this video. It’s 3am, I’m devastated and I can’t remember the last time a piece of media affected me so much. Don’t know if I should thank u or curse u

[@Snugboy]

BAHAHHA your welcome and sorry!!!

[@flashbacks7892]

If you love this game, look into the Mother series, the first one we got out of the Mother series years back in the states was Earthbound or aka Mother 2 in Japan, Omori was inspired games like the Mother series.

[@ObtuseWaffle_]

I finished this game back in August and I still haven't stopped obsessing over it

[@Bogan360dude]

Huh, what a coincidence. I'm playing Omori for the first time and I'm about 24 hours in. Really enjoying my time with the game so far. It gives off a certain vibe I can't quite explain that continues to pull me in. Omori is disturbing and wacky and I love it. I'll be sure to check this video out later when I beat the game.

[@smoban]

enjoy the game :)

[@Snugboy]

I’ve been waiting for months and months for you to start playing so I could finally upload this. Thank you for letting me be free of this burden.

[@raye48]

I'm glad you made this video, and that it popped up in my recommended. I knew basically nothing about it, except for enjoying the soundtrack. I considered playing it. I'm glad i didn't though, because this is something I cannot play. I want to learn about it and look deeper into the game and messages itself, but I could get seriously hurt playing it-- my mental health hasn't been very good lately, and it would only be made worse by playing it. It seems like a beautiful game that many people would play and enjoy but I don't think I could do it.

[@Snugboy]

Absolutely the right thing to do. I think it’s a beautiful game but it’s also very heavy and dark, and I don’t think any game is good at the expense of one’s mental health. Glad you’re taking the smart and safe choice ❤️

[@burningblaze7820]

I have not had this game leave my head since the first day I said it. Omori is such a special game to me. It destroyed me. The OST is a treat and the artstyle stands out so much more than everything else I’ve seen. It’s like… I want to have so many other games to play that holds the same emphasise on friendships that Omori has. I’ve tried Earthbound. I’ve played Night in the Woods and Undertale, and Deltarune comes close to tugging on my heart the same way. That’s all to say, Omori is sad, it’s funny, it’s brought me so close to crying in a way that no other game has achieved. I want games like this because I don’t have to ability to take away my memories of this game to play it over and over again.

[@Drakuma0Z]

Omori huh? Tbh I never played it but it seemed interesting enough, but now I'm 100% sure I'll buy it, thank you for the review/video man, you're great! I'll see ya in the GOTY direct! :D

[@itsrhet]

Even just watching the clips of this game hits hard, think I'd be a sobbing mess if I ever got stuck into it proper :')

[@Snugboy]

jim 9 wouldnt cry

[@yanijizz2536]

Me watching omori contents Hear mari with omori play their last piece Start crying again :)) Such a masterpiece! If i can reset my memory, i will always comeback to the days i didn't play the game and hopefully found myself playing it again and again :))

[@yanijizz2536]

Poor omori for experiencing this tragic, hopefully no one specially a child would go through this misery

[@Banus-]

I dont know how they did it? I'm speechless by this game really. I didnt take the time to experience the entire game unfortunately because I got bored by the never ending dialogue and repetitive situations that I just thought werent worth my time so I watched a video explaining the events and such and just that alone made me sad the entire day constantly obsessing over omori and constantly replaying the final duet because knowing the story to an already beautiful peace makes you (me) want to cry so hard because of how it was pieced together so perfectly and thats why I think omori is an obsolute masterpiece. Most games dont make me cry, and when they due its usually just a singular tear or a moment where I was already feeling sad but I think this kind of story and game can haunt anyone with constant crying, depression, happiness, and just puts them through the multiple stages of grief and sadness to where they just ponder over the game for the rest of the day, week, or even month. I think I will have one of those moments where I wake up on a summer morning and have some random nostalgia that hits me like a cinder block for no reason, and it almost will certainly be over omori, because the story is beautiful.

[@xanderscut]

Dude! Thanks so much for recommending this game to me, seriously what a gem! I’m glad I took the time to play through it before watching as I know I wouldn’t be able to appreciate your heartfelt commentary on it otherwise. You worded things so beautifully here and captured both the melancholy of this narrative and your adoration for it. This was a pleasure to watch literally right after seeing credits roll. Your analysis gave me even more appreciation for a work of art I already respected the hell out of. Keep it up man, always a joy to here you talk about storytelling!

[@mayrakone]

Really good video! It's always nice to see people talking about Omori more. I absolutely agree with everything you said here. Omori is absolutely a masterpiece in every sense of the word.

[@iidsch]

One of my favourite youtubers talking about one of my favourite games?? I must be dreaming

[@Snugboy]

you in the white space baby you dreaming 24/7 snugboy omori content

[@M0riW0lf]

The names “Omori” and “Sunny” are an interesting choice “Mori” in Latin meaning “Death” (or “Forest” in Japanese lol) And “Sunny” being obvious Well put together video The attention to detail you have here without expunging TOO much detail is nice It’s like a teaser!

[@Snugboy]

Thank you wolf!!

[@oyasumiihearts]

and omori being a shortened version of hikikomori which means a shut in

[@lemonadesnake]

1:13 "JRPG" "umm acktually it OMOCAT studio is from the united stetes soags..."

[@zackeryparkerson]

Okay, Snug, ya sold me.

[@Greetings_human.]

Nooooo i just realized duet starts with piano and ends with violet im crying rn

[@Jenbo]

This video perfectly captured my feelings about the game and made my heart hurt again thank u so much TT

[@AxoLotlFunYT]

The actual emotion I felt through the game was awesome. From being so ecstatic and not even knowing what the game means to becoming a little scared and suspenseful to actually sobbing at the end. The game felt so relatable, that one thing you can’t get out of your head, the bad thing. This game actually teaches you something (unlike school) it teaches to let go of things that are bad, look up to your future, don’t be sad when you regret something, well maybe do but don’t keep stuff to yourself forever, talk to someone and then forget and move on.

[@UnidentifiedFlyingDonut]

1st Omori phase: haha, funny Kel memes (still knowing that the story is incredibly dark) 2nd Omori phase: I AM LITERALLY DEPRESSED AND I CANT STOP WATCHING! (Accepts the dark parts of the story)

[@anasdev1553]

Great video! would love to see a 1 hour long OMORI explanation video haha, also a small note at 11:29 the title theme in OMORI never actually loops, it just stops.

[@smirror196]

It does loop, but there’s a solid 30 second pause between the loops with just the white (space) noise

[@anasdev1553]

@@smirror196 darn, are you sure? I could have sworn I afk in the menu for half an hour and it didn't loop

[@smirror196]

@@anasdev1553 Interesting, it loops for me. I’m on PC as well

[@anasdev1553]

@@smirror196 hmmm, let me test this really quickly lol

[@anasdev1553]

@@smirror196 I just checked and yes it loops, The only thing I can think of is that this was added in an update, Too lazy to revert to an older ver of the game but it's either this or just me being an idiot and having no sounds then thinking the music doesn't loop lol

[@711_Camper]

9:19 It's not about how they would react,or what would happen after. Its about Sunny gathering the courage to tell them the painfull truth.

[@tapasyasuvarna3668]

I’ve heard and read every notable spoiler for the game without actually playing it myself in my stupid built-up fascination with the story. The term fascinated grossly underplaying my growing obsession. Ah should I still play the game??

[@Snugboy]

Yes 100% absolutely

[@berserq.]

The game made me bawl, really hard.

[@NoMustang273]

It's really nice seeing a video that pretty much reflects everything I feel about this game. I honestly have a very unhealthy attachment to it lmao but I really hope the game continues to reach more people as the years pass by.

[@bocci2936]

Oh man you have sold me on this game so hard

[@_bofu]

The saddest moment in video game history is the ending credits of dragon quest (an amazing game ended😔🥺😭😭)

[@Snugboy]

best part was uninstalling it

[@robynturnbull4896]

This is probably the first game that makes me too scared to play it, but also makes me want to play it so much. Its also the first game that I could revisit the horror part, great summary man, this is the best one I've seen.

[@sagemarleybaca4778]

Still not as sad as fighting Gehrman in Bloodborne

[@NobodyIGuess]

i'm not going to lie. this game has probably left a mark on me. i first watched a playthrough of it on youtube back in 2021 when i was definitly not in a good mental state. since then i've gotten a physical copy of it. it deals with mental health and trauma so god damn good and it's just like - i can't really put it into words. and the community, oh my god. the community. the artwork. (also you gotta honour the memes) but overall like, i don't think there ever will be another game like it. i never cried watching movies and stuff, but i was balling my eyes out in my room while i watched the final duet. like, even thinking about it, i just want to just cry.

[@maifafelltemmie6300]

Honestly lisa had the same if not worse effect I think my mental health decreased permanently after playing it

[@smoban]

glad go see you make a video on omori :D i didnt even realize how small your channel was what the hell i thought you were way more known

[@happymushrooms7192]

I have been thinking about buying this game for a few months now, after this video I'm definitely going to buy it... I love crying for a game, it just feels so special

[@ThebiggestScatmanFan]

This game is like undertale a hidden game

[@maifafelltemmie6300]

Gang neither are hidden gems if anything their a bit overrated if you want underratted play lisa

[@Krampy2]

Just beat the game. I must say, it is one of the best games I've ever played.

[@majoraswrath2645]

I love your channel and really wanna watch the video but i wanna play it myself first someday So here, take my like and have a great day

[@Random_flasque_on_the_internet]

I was going to look for the captain underpants analysis video but i saw omori

[@kalypsothefreak9717]

Well said. I subbed

[@dramaticdrummer0397]

Game good

[@Snugboy]

Hiya! Merry Christmas and a very Happy Holidays! I didn't go too in-depth on the story/spoilers in this one, because I know at least one person out there will watch this and then think "Oh I want to play this actually" and I wanted to try and preserve some of the surprises the game has in store. But if you would like me to take a deeper dive, please let me know! ALSO! Please follow these beautiful artists whose artwork I used in this video!!! www.reddit.com/r/OMORI/comments/p1on0i/kel/ www.reddit.com/r/OMORI/comments/qrkwo7/happy_birthday_kel_also_wich_one_did_you_like_the/ www.reddit.com/r/OMORI/comments/lgfme3/aubrey_3/ www.meltyrice.com www.reddit.com/r/OMORI/comments/laxmxj/welcome_to_white_space_you_have_been_living_here/ instagram.com/sleepyheadarts/ www.reddit.com/r/OMORI/comments/ox3m7s/how_i_found_out_about_the_game_art_by_hamukosan/ twitter.com/k0k0midess/ twitter.com/haninichuu sun-hiyon.tumblr.com/ twitter.com/shrimperini/status/1588629169638084608 (If you are one of these artists and have issue with the use of your work in this video, please send me a DM on Twitter) Thanks guys!

[@pigizoid9924]

you should play "Before your eyes"

[@marinam.7380]

A little comment for The Algorithm since I can't watch this yet

[@Snugboy]

do not watch

[@marinam.7380]

@@Snugboy don’t tell me what to do

[@Roos_the_artist]

I played it at 11 And im still 11 right now :)

[@OverOmni]

OMORI is an emotional masterpiece, However calling it the Saddest Game ever is complete bullshit

[@SuppperWormy]

days?! I played it in july!

[@CombustableLemon]

and this is why i don't wanna play it

[@GlitchWorm]

I was EXTREMELY disappointed. The gameplay was AWFUL.

[@sjsshjd]

What did you hate so much about it?? It's not the greatest thing ever but it's fairly standard turn-based RPG gameplay. Sounds like you just don't like the genre in general.

[@Master-Tyranus_6720]

How is this the "saddest fame ever made" its just a silly dumb game that sound be more of a horro game than RPG and about live in my opinion

[@randomchannel4852]

Can… can you spell?

[@floweysnextvictim]

I’ve had 5 strokes in the last 30 minutes just thinking about this comment

[@katiedothdraw329]

I love the end of this game (good ending) because it doesn't show how they respond to the truth. But you know that the truth coming out was the right thing and the healing thing to do. Their reactions aren't the point so much as the fact that Sunny has given truth to himself and his friends. Truly love this game The video was great :] thanks, Snugboy

[@katiedothdraw329]

also if you were down for it i think a 3 hour video on omori would be freakin amazing wth just talk through YOUR playthrough (I, for instance, went to the orange oasis cause i thought it was necessary and spent 10+ hours of gameplay there trying to figure out what to do)

[@pentexsucks43]

Saddest ever? Final Fantasy 6-10, Spec Ops The Line, Bloodborne, Drakengard 1/3, silent Hill 1-3, Twisted Metal Black, Dark Souls 1/3, Nier, Cry of Fear, Seraphic Blue, Katawa Shoujo, Clannad, Narcissu, and This War Of Mine exist

[@SuperMalachiDude]

Omori is the happiest, saddest, funniest, darkest game I have ever played. 9.5/10. -0.5 for the lasting effects of dark and sad feelings after completing it. Otherwise, 10/10.

[@maifafelltemmie6300]

You actually thinl omori is sad? Play lisa the painful and you'll be crying for months

[@chooseyourcharacter2698]

What a good endorsement for a wonderful gaming experience! Thank you for recommending this game to people, it deserves so many more players. Also, Snugboy, if you love Omori (and generally judging by the kinds of games and themes that you talk about in your videos), I REALLY recommend you play Mother 3 if you haven't already. It's the sequel to Earthbound and a definite inspiration for a lot of Omori's world and themes with similar topics of grief and trauma and I guarantee it will break your heart as well. It (plus a friend of mine) actually helped get me into Omori lol. It's really something else and I think you would particularly appreciate it. Just a recommendation. Thanks again for another great video analysis! ❤️

[@Snugboy]

Thank you so much for the sweet words!! Really means a lot!! AND YES! I've always been super interested in Mother 3 and Earthbound. Is there a particular order I should play them in or is either first fine??

[@chooseyourcharacter2698]

@@Snugboy Oh wow I wasn't expecting a response lol. I'm so glad you're interested in playing them! I typically recommend Earthbound first and then Mother 3 since that's the order I played it in and I think it makes for a richer experience, but it's not super necessary to play them in a particular order since each game is its own individual story (and as fun and charming as Earthbound is, it does kind of show its age and can be a bit hard to get into for a lot of new people at first and it doesn't capture your attention quite as quickly as Mother 3 does imo). Still, they're both really special and if you have the time and motivation, I'd for sure recommend that order. Otherwise you're not losing _too_ much by playing Mother 3 first aside from some good subtext and backstory, particularly for one of the characters. And if you want there's also the first Mother, but if you're doing that I definitely wouldn't recommend playing it until after 2 and 3. It's a beautiful story but you need a LOT of patience (unless you have a walkthrough and a good ROM hack that tones down the crazy number of random encounters 😅)

[@Rudy137]

you misspelled "worst" in the title

[@timeswipe7274]

just because you didn’t like it doesn’t mean you have to have a hissy fit on the internet because a lot of people liked it

[@Rudy137]

@@timeswipe7274 Basil is evil

[@Pika782]

@@Rudy137 1. basil isnt evil and 2. just because a character is evil doesnt mean the game is bad

[@JaiTheOmoriFumo]

Apologise now.

[@Rudy137]

@@JaiTheOmoriFumo I'm sorry Or am I