Returnal Developers React to 46 Minute Speedrun (4K 60fps)

[@184Dadada]

If this game had reached a broader audience, it would have been talked about everywhere. I'm one of the lucky ones that got to experience it from launch. If you find yourself still playing a game like this over a year after buying it.... you've got a gem. Can't wait to see what Housemarque does next!

[@SocialBobcat]

Really hope as PS5s become more available, and maybe this game gets into PS Plus, that it will see a big resurgence in finding new players that know a masterpiece when they see one

[@RoyBrown777]

Maybe Sony should have sold it at it's real price instead of the joke price the tried to flog it at, the Insomniac leaks have shown how badly this game has sold thanks to Jim Ryan.

[@sketch2013e]

@@RoyBrown777it’s free with ps plus and it’s one of the best games that come with ps plus

[@TheElectricHobo]

Half speed run, half dev commentary. Love it! Ridiculously under appreciated game.

[@StarkSkies]

Those are the best kinds of these reactions.

[@robertgarvansnyder4665]

Game of the Year for me. Still working on the plat.

[@rawvoltage]

never heard of it until now, googled it cause it seemed interesting... ps5 exclusive... 🙃

[@KashraFall]

Not underappreciated. It's only on a console a small portion of the gamers actually have do to shortages. If it was on all platforms, it would be considered one of the best roguelikes on the market.

[@pologrim2]

Just got on the wave

[@mi_scuzi2995]

What's most impressive for me is that they completed this run starting with a fresh save without any permanent upgrades to benefit from

[@Shoorit]

Very impressive.

[@UprisenGaming]

@Pope Nosferatu most Returnal speedruns are NG+, there's only 1 fresh file category (and a second one is about to be added) 👀

[@kutdownongaming1935]

he is using a glitch, this shouldnt count!

[@Shoorit]

@@kutdownongaming1935 there are categories of speed runs that do not allow glitches and there are ones that allow glitches.

[@Lord_teleport]

@@Shoorit No one can defeat Lord teleportdinero

[@demerzel3798]

This game’s pacing is so masterful that the midpoint of the game, when Selene beats Nemesis, is EXACTLY halfway through a speedrun, to the minute!

[@PiotrthePhrog]

Nice catch

[@fadelalturki5360]

Harry Krueger, Gregory Louden, and all the devs at Housemarque are legends and super talented! All the love to Returnal and best of luck to Housemarque on their future game!

[@hardeepsingh2505]

One of my favourite games of all time!

[@sonnyjimm23]

This game is stunning no matter how it's played, such a beautiful design. This person obviously loves the game to have put so many hours into it and be able to play like this. It's a big compliment to the Dev team.

[@dhoygyot]

You can feel how the devs really love this game and how proud they are with how it turned out just from the way they talk about it

[@timholloway8821]

23 hours and 49 deaths, but Returnal could not stop me!! Almost had a heart attack at every boss fight!

[@danielkirk333]

Bro... same! What a rush!

[@tarnished9108]

Same! Literally forgot to breath during boss fights .

[@SolidusMark]

Man same here...my heart was almost to its limit

[@RagingUtai]

My heart never beat so hard in my life, while fighting the first boss.

[@FairbrotherStudios]

Just got the platinum today and managed to get it just under 25 hours!

[@DarksydeX75]

"It took us so long to get this right and he is just flying through it." best reaction of this entire series.

[@brianjc720]

Uh not to be a debbie downer but you literally hear exactly that same statement in many other videos in this series. I.e. “Mark didn’t that map take you 6 months to make? He beat it in 30 seconds”.

[@anthonyvanwyk1001]

Lovely

[@VoidDub]

You can't say enough about just how wonderful Returnal really is. The atmosphere, the soundtrack, the story, the gameplay. Returnal is a 10/10 must experience.

[@PoPo-qp8zq]

nah, risk of rain 2 is way better, this game is more like 5/10

[@ZorelankLoL]

Risk of rain 2

[@annoyingasshole3324]

@@PoPo-qp8zq nice joke fool

[@HorseheadNebula85]

Returnal is my GOTY, and it's not likely to change. I'm so happy for Housemarque - they deserve the accolades.

[@JustHeretoTrollallday]

even tho I’m still working on Hades on the PS5 (released 2021) and Deathloop, this game might still be my GOTY. First roguelike ever and it blew me away.

[@PCGGC]

Definitely my goty as well. Phenomenal experience

[@JerryBird110]

Same, was crushing at the begginings, but turned out much easier later.

[@GLegend360]

Mine too. Loved every minute of it, even finding the last xenogylyphs had moments of enjoyment.

[@qwertyboard12345]

Death loop is a blast. One of my favorites from the past few years. Returnal is one as well

[@CloudandZack1st]

This game blew my mind and was beyond my expectations. Even after the coop update, me and my friend have played countless hours.

[@jmroz311]

yeah that 3rd boss has such an amazing design. absolutely love that encounter.

[@spankylangford8017]

Took me a week to beat this gem, one of the best gaming experiences I’ve had

[@hardeepsingh2505]

Same! 50 hrs and 12 minutes well spent

[@thriftypsgr]

It’s taking me a week to get to the final boss of the first biome. Show off lol

[@kiwiklogg]

@@thriftypsgr Stick with it! When it clicks, it's awesome

[@nodidog]

@@thriftypsgr it's about the journey - not the destination!

[@thriftypsgr]

@@nodidog but but but! Are we there yet? 🤣

[@iPREVAiL]

Just started this game and man it’s incredible. So crazy how it’s not talked about more!

[@grayson7980]

How the hell did this fly under the radar, this game looks amazing.

[@Franku40keks]

@@bruhcoin2361 it was picked up by most bigger pc youtube channels, not like it's a hidden gem. Also I'm happy we got a AAA roguelite at least once.

[@vasilisbill]

Intresting fact: Atropos ( Ancient Greek: Ἄτροπος "without turn") , in Greek mythology, was one of the three Moirai, goddesses of fate and destiny. Her Roman equivalent was Morta. Atropos was the oldest of the Three Fates, and was known as "the Inflexible One. It was Atropos who chose the manner of death and ended the life of mortals by cutting their threads. She worked along with her two sisters, Clotho, who spun the thread, and Lachesis, who measured the length. Atropos has been featured in several stories, such as those of Atalanta and Achilles. Her name means ''the inevitable''.

[@alucard0712]

Returnal is my new favourite game. I'm absolutely consumed by it. Special thanks to devs for including SUBLIME spatial audio on PC. It's THE best surround sound I've ever heard. Amazing game!

[@joki1829]

Thank you Housemarque for this special game. One of my favourites.

[@sicdedworm09]

This game is amazing. Total Metroid and day after tomorrow vibes and the bosses blew my mind. So many hated on it because you had to “start over” every time but there were tons of shortcuts and even acts that permanently pushed you forward.

[@_tommywiseau]

they’ll hate this game but then go and play hades….which is the same die and start again system

[@Delb9891]

Guess u mean edge of tomorrow but you’re right :)

[@Pablo-dt9pm]

No one hates this game, only Xboxers who can't play it.

[@krityaan]

Playing Devil's Advocate here, the combat loop and the gameplay is fantastic, but the roguelite stuff could have been much better. So much in Returnal's artifacts, items and weapons is completely on luck. There's so little avenue for synergizing a build, and quite a few random negative effects that can immediately kill a run. The procedural generation as well leaves much to be wanted, despite the layouts being "different", it feels like a lot of rooms are the same between runs. The best comparison is Enter the Gungeon, another bullet hell roguelite that does the roguelite mechanics much better than Returnal.

[@jasonzecckine8652]

This developer never disappoints with any of their games and especially Returnal it’s so different from anything I’ve played and is amazing all the way through

[@alexgabriel6415]

What an impressive speed run! 1 biome normally takes me 45 mins to beat lol

[@mandrews6282]

This game blew me away. Such a great game.

[@aisadal2521]

Yaaasss, always love seeing more additions to this amazing series!

[@Xcessive_Evil]

This is so damn impressive with legendary precision. Well done!

[@abderrezeq]

the organ boss score was one of my best momment of gaming

[@cptawesome11]

Agreed. Such a cool fight

[@takeshikovacs2561]

Wait, are u telling me there's more than one biome?

[@tinysmardy]

hahaha I‘m still in the second one

[@AminKhojah]

💀

[@seriaasly3297]

Still stuck on the first level. My reflexes faded with my hairline.

[@thejackniles9006]

Got the Platinum, but this game... It just, it needs more cowbell.

[@superdoodle2]

You can tell both of the commentators are not happy to see the player running past everything they've worked so hard on (understandably)

[@bajed10]

what they don't realize is that speedrunners have the most number of playtime on their games and of course they played it normally for the first time.

[@saschaberger7201]

@Jed Imperial he even said that himself what are you talking about?

[@user-iv5hr7dn4d]

This speed run is extremely skillful and still got hit in some difficult scenarios...So you can guess how many times normal player will fail in these levels...Just liike me😂

[@saboorheath7769]

Finished the final biome yesterday morning. Working on permanent upgrades before taking on the Tower of Sisyphus soon. This is a title you come back to over time to test your skills. Extremely addictive, especially once you understand the gameplay loop

[@robertficek7586]

25:15 you can tell how the dev really feels about that beam exploit, V1.000.000 FTW 🤣

[@Rtuzemsky]

oh goodbye to my year end bonuses😂

[@Pemenin]

Hard but worth every godamn second

[@blacksparxdadon]

Its also a very fulfilling platinum trophy. This trophy can be used to measure the mettle of a gamer. Others that also do this are the sekiro & demon's souls platinums as well.

[@Scitch-et4vk]

That's what ya boyfriend tell you

[@ryu-ken]

@@Scitch-et4vk 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@angryslaw9055]

Only hard thing is cypher signs hunt

[@hurricane3033]

@@blacksparxdadon those ciphers and scout logs. Ugh what a nightmare but incredible game

[@CosmicNik777]

Bloody hell. It took me close to 80 hours to finish this game for the first time!

[@jacobmarley2417]

45:40 the devs mention it so it must be integral to the plot. What is it?

[@waynefrost1441]

Please please please make this game into a trilogy and have the story unfold more and more in each sequel 🙏 ❤

[@ahackercalled4chan]

not having a Returnal 2 would be criminal!!

[@TheBlackKakashi]

@@ahackercalled4chan not having returnal dlc as well

[@ahackercalled4chan]

@@TheBlackKakashi Honestly a lot of DLC seems like a cash grab and it was kinda refreshing that this game didn't have it

[@benboyd3082]

One of the best games so far this gen!!!!! Absolutely love this game.

[@sevendaysin8374]

This game has one of the best mini-maps I've ever seen. Bravo to the devs on such a wonderful job.

[@fajarwahyudi6449]

this game is like flight shooter at arcade, but with GODLY graphic, GODLY Plot, GODLY story.

[@tiaanmarais4924]

Phenominal experience, havnt had such a thrill from a game in years

[@ChesterMan-qd3xj]

I’m with you, haven’t had sweaty palms when playing since Super Metroid!

[@playstationloyalist]

Masterful. A moving painting. Thank you!

[@xtcaudio]

Returnal is such an amazingly beautiful and perfect game. That translates even in speed runs

[@codranine6054]

Really loving this game. Very unique and fun. Look forward to any added content to the game and any future projects from these devs. Keep an eye out for sure 🧐

[@ahackercalled4chan]

that feel when 65hrs of gameplay is done in less than an hour 🤣

[@xBLaRowe]

This game is incredible

[@tt._.7857]

This game is so painful to play as a casual player 😭 I still love it tho still on the first biome after 9hrs

[@CaptRespect]

same here. I'm watching and like "Oh so that's where the crimson key is!"

[@runayswarts970]

Just finished it last night, absolutely worth the time. Amazing game

[@charlesbisbee3014]

Returnal is by far the most rewarding and exciting gaming experiences I’ve had!

[@mrpopo5097]

Why are people commenting like this game just got released yesterday.

[@alexstalker9455]

My favourite game this year, hands down.

[@ImHimItsMe]

This game looks super difficult. But the visuals are amazing!

[@NoFairiesAllowed]

Loved this game and the twist ending

[@altadar7870]

Okae: *games at 300% normal Capacity* Devs: Look at our preety bullets

[@joshjohnson8210]

Guys made an awesome game ton of fun. Nice new twist compared to most games out

[@hameed]

This game has some awesome boss fights. Lots of games drop the ball when it comes to bosses but this game’s were spectacles.

[@connordahl4848]

Awesome to see how much they still love their game

[@theblackkaneki6891]

Just wanna say the Nemesis fight really reminds me of the fight with Armored Xemnas in KH2.

[@hiphopgrind1]

Got the plat and loved every second of this game

[@Mannydadgamer]

Absolutely incredible cycle!

[@ConnorKrohnicles]

Finally came back to watch this video after finishing the game myself after a long 8 hours and 13 runs

[@GreaserMan]

Easily the best game of the year. Practically perfect in every single way.

[@IIMado]

Briane of Tarth is that you?

[@gracelandtoo6240]

Brienne*, but yes, the actor of Brienne of Tarth did motion capture for Returnal's protagonist, but someone else was cast to voice act her.

[@asdf3k]

didnt occur to me that u can just run past the enemies and go straight to the next gate lolol

[@ShakaKG]

Such an amazing game

[@AfroDominus]

Amazing game can still go back to it today and still enjoy it.

[@5izzy557]

This game looks amazing, even while being played in a none flattering way. Hoping for a PC release, or maybe get a second hand PS5 in 5 years for $100 (assuming I'm still alive)

[@ddd45125]

Lol this cracked me up a bit, hopefully just a harmless joke. Hope you are healthy!

[@PoPo-qp8zq]

but why? risk of rain 2 is way better than this crap

[@michaelcross603]

1000& if 5 years

[@bustatron]

What's up with the random sword swings during traversal? Seems like mistake but can't be with how much they do it.

[@kaiserkygaming]

This game is so beautiful. Awesome run

[@ARUNMANOJ86]

hope it comes to PC someday

[@trevorginder6878]

No kidding

[@Nikesweden1]

Wow...impressed, you are skilled !! How do you get That beam before boss#2 ? 👍👍👏👏

[@Nikesweden1]

(Hollowseeker)

[@nicolette1598]

Best game I’ve ever played tbh. That melee weapon is so OP. You can kill those giant monster dudes not the bosses but the big monster dudes that show up in lockdowns with threee swipes of that

[@sean7332]

Just got a ps5 is this game worth it?

[@angrynigga6298]

Nah get 2K22

[@Arnell_Mediocrity_Long]

Sean... Nah, not until a deep sale. There are better games available.

[@dav2-094]

One of the best I've played. Definetly get it if you're into this kind of games. Fast paced arcade combat, 3rd person shooter, challenging, procedurally generated maps, different way of storytelling and an extremely addicting gameplay loop

[@angrynigga6298]

@Fionn MacCuill woke of Tsushima

[@albq_]

Yes, absolutely!

[@hardeepsingh2505]

Incredible experience playing this game....thank you HM!!!

[@gamingcentral4730]

I’ll never platinum this game. I’m missing like 14 of the rng based signs/audio logs, and literally spent 2 hours one day on a map to get nothing 😭

[@dnice4145]

Amazing. Finished the game myself but it took awhile.

[@MrGhostTheBigRoast]

the story is so bleak and creative, the gameplay is hard but fair, its fantastic. this game should be played and experienced by more people on every platform.

[@IggyTheHelpless]

What is he talking about at 45:40 ? What is that huge thing?

[@pkchu7583]

Did they discuss the glitch of the constant portal beam for biome 2&3?

[@HighFiveLowFive]

How the guy used the exploit with the hollowseeker and the void beam, was we doing alt fire and regular fire at the same time?

[@IrfanKhan-ib7jo]

Same Question here also, have you found the Ans?

[@13thpersona]

The correct amount of successful overloads

[@purportedlytortoise7855]

3 star Michelin pastry chef comments on pie eating speed competition held in their restaurant: “…We spent a lot of time on that.”

[@thespiciestmeatball]

Underrated comment right here

[@luciangabriel125]

This game is incredible, but damn it's a nightmare. Never got past the 3rd boss

[@Bones_]

My 2021 GOTY and an absolute shining example of how a shooter that has both unconventional mechanics but still very polished gameplay and controls can be an amazing experience, and then on top of that it also has so much else going for it that makes it even better from the ambience to the effects.

[@JP-qg7bu]

One of the best games I've ever played. Blew my mind!

[@rockems4959]

The game literally throws you back even if you clear...

[@andywarner9231]

What’s the permanent blue laser he has towards the end?

[@tommyb6611]

2:20 that is what any game should be in this day and age.

[@TOOL1023]

It looks so much better on PC!

[@F41LZZz]

shame this isn't coming to pc. would like to play it

[@michaelcross603]

Returnal is insane and amazing

[@hazeverde]

Only just bought this, its like a new age metroid game

[@Shodan_AI]

OMG, this player finished the game faster then some of my toilet breaks at work

[@alexanderdumas-]

“It’s designed to reward patience” *runs through entire game in minutes*

[@lordfordification]

Never heard of this, looks cool.

[@ninolotina178]

Absolutely fantastic game 🎮...keep them coming...amazing job

[@codranine6054]

Damn void beam glitch op 😂😂😂😂😂

[@HadalStreetlights]

Returnal is basically a masterpiece. It's got some bugs here and there, but hot damn is every element of this game very thought-out and juicy. It's hard as hell, but in a way that's really satisfying. And the mysteries surrounding Selene unfold with horrific beauty. It's at once deeply familiar, and lovecraftian in a really superb way. Again, this game is hard af, so be warned, but it's also one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had.

[@ianhill20101]

Best game I've got in a long time, 50 hours in ive made it too 5th biome but deaded me alot.