SEA OF STARS REVIEW - Happy Console Gamer

[@MegaMagicalMegan]

I love when Kim’s in videos, it’s like the cherry on top of something you already enjoy lol

[@leaf1ninza]

yeah totaly

[@taglor]

Ha! Well said. Lovely couple

[@taglor]

Sorry, 'family' now!

[@standingbearwhisky]

Right, i fully agree

[@JoeyJoeJoe87]

Disagree.

[@Berrytenor]

I’m in LOVE with this game. I’m still not done but I want it to never end

[@raggeragnar]

That stings , right ? I mean , when a game is so good you don’t want it to end , but somehow you still want to finish it. It’s like a double edged sword.

[@thesmitty467]

Really? I found everything about Sea Of Stars to be generic and boring. Combat, exploration, rewards, the story, animations, characters, skills….pretty much every aspect of the game was boring and not well thought out. Only fans of this are those stuck living in the past, because sea of stars is not a good game

[@henriquemacedo9834]

​@@thesmitty467i feel bad for you bro, the game is great

[@necrosadotor]

just finished it with true ending. what an experience!

[@thesmitty467]

@@necrosadotor a bad experience from a studio who has no idea how to make a good game 🤷‍♂️

[@BrionTheTired]

I'm about 15 hours in and this is exactly what I have wanted from a JRPG for years! Such a beautifully crafted game. The important part is, like you said, they did things that they didn't have to do. That attention to detail pays off so hard.

[@mac1bc]

I agree it looks great. The combat is what is lacking for me.

[@SWOTHDRA]

​@@mac1bcis crono triggers combat much better or different?

[@thesmitty467]

So you have wanted boring combat, generic story, lame skills, tediously easy combat and horrendous back tracking? Sea of stars is a flop. It’s only for a niche audience and that Audience is minimal. Bad game by a bad developer who has never created a game worth playing yet

[@thesmitty467]

@@SWOTHDRAchrono trigger is better, a game that’s super old has faster and more smooth combat than this boring QTE tedious battle system that gets old after one fight.

[@mac1bc]

@@SWOTHDRA I liked Chrono Trigger combat because your attacks got better and you got stronger over time. I don't see that here.

[@djhollis8841]

I’ve never seen one of your reviews, but holy cow the chemistry between you two is off the charts. Y’all “interrupt” each other, but in a way that shows how excited you both are. You’re bouncing ideas off each other left and right with amazing energy. If I didn’t already have this game I’d go out and buy it tomorrow just based on how enthusiastic you are

[@cloudbloom]

Love you guys, what a great year for gaming!

[@chrisbullock6477]

Good for you guys getting that recognition and confidence from the developer to sponsor the show....Happy for you Johnny

[@TheKanckesco]

So glad this game wasn't a flop. I'll wait until the physical release, but God, I'm so hyped to play this.

[@arkotk]

Your reviews are always cozy and out of the heart. I enjoy watching them. Thank you! 😊

[@RPG_Bliss]

So hyped for the physical version!

[@AstaIsAMonster]

13:18-13:28 I can’t wait for the physical release of the game. 😊

[@williammoore1030]

Bouncing between this starfield and Balders gate, Spider-Man 2 and Mario wonder are right around the corner, going to have to make games a full time job if I ever want to finish anything ever again.

[@marcustodd2910]

For the record, I think they said that mitsuda did like 3 songs in the development documentary. One field, one town, and one battle theme.

[@razmatazz9310]

It's 10 tracks in total from what I've read.

[@marcustodd2910]

@@razmatazz9310 oh dang. They made it seem like less. The music has been great regardless.

[@mkwells123]

I'm over 40 hrs in and I'm just now going back to finish up side quests before the final boss. Really enjoying the game

[@JS-sy8do]

Glad you guys did a video on this. I have it ready to go once I'm done with starfield...right around the new year, I imagine.

[@NeoKurow]

I had no idea about this game. A friend gave a me a code for PS5 3 days ago and I started playing it. What a game! when I reached the ice level and heard the music from the messenger!!! the music is 10/10 and one of the best OST of this year (MoonRider and Gravity Circuit are the other 2). The music from the "factory" is really good too. I'm just before the "final battle" but this game its so good that it feels like Golden Sun.

[@FalconStrikeGames]

I'm proud to say I backed this game on Kickstarter and I'm happy my gut was correct on this one. It's a beautiful game and I'm proud of my fellow Canadians!

[@ajfatca]

I know a physical copy is coming, but I really wish it was available at launch

[@maxdishaw]

The overworld map gives me mega Chrono Cross vibes. Game looks gorgeous

[@davidohearn8047]

The music has been fantastic!

[@cobrettibr]

Thanks for the video guys! One thing to note here is that Mitsuda created the soundtrack for Chronno Trigger too! Definitely looking forward to play the game. The only problem for me is time 😅

[@aqlandmirrorvideogamerandc2983]

I'm really looking forward to playing this game. The physical copy got announced. I'm planning to get it for switch. So I'll wait to play it. But the gameplay looks great and the graphics are beautiful.

[@traceries5201]

The favorite comment I have heard is: Instead of setting out to be like the old school RPGs you remember it sets out to be like your memories of old school RPGs. Meaning it hits all the right nostalgic notes but also makes sure to modernize the experience so it doesn’t suffer from the less appealing aspects of old games that we have blocked out of our memories of them. I can’t think of a better piece of praise a game like this could receive.

[@omeniel]

So is there a PC Engine version?

[@tristangruener9571]

I really want to get it but kinda want to hold out for the physical release

[@steveafanador6441]

I've been gaming since 1986 and this is the only turn based RPG that I can actually play. It's like a super Nintendo game on steroids. If you don't like turn based rpgs you will like this game. Combat is super fun and not super complicated. Play this game people

[@spacelabgames]

I only played the demo but i absolutely loved it - it didn't offer anything groundbreaking and that's ok because the game itself is such a charm...gorgeous pixel art, solid gameplay and a wonderful score makes this game a winner in my book. As soon as I'm done Blasphemous 2 i am so jumping into this universe at warp speed : ]

[@peace4myheart]

This is my kind of game of my youth. Can't wait for the PS5 release.

[@electricghost92]

When I head Sabotage was making a jrpg style game, I was hooked. But I was sold after playing the first 5 minutes of the demo. I haven't even played the game yet since I'm moving to a new place, but I bought it on day 1 so i can enjoy it once I settle down. Very excited to play.

[@GuyOnTheInternet53]

Their last game The Messenger is just masterful in 2d action platforming.

[@donovandunlap8560]

Yeah, now that I think about it, it does look and feel like you're playing a vintage game on a vintage system. It has that charm to it.

[@King_K_Rool_]

Finally got round to playing this game and im struggling to put it down! Was terrified it wouldn't match my high expectations, but Im happy to say my fears were unfounded. What an absolute gem

[@Kevin0043]

Really trying to hold out for the physical version but I'm getting impatient 😖

[@johnofthewired]

have been looking forward to a review of this game from you and HAVE to add this is the BEST back and forth from you and Kim ive seen in a video, you guys always do a great job but this is the best ive seen!

[@AstaIsAMonster]

The game looks absolutely beautiful and it looks like it has fun gameplay.

[@thejuiceweasel]

10 hours in, this game really is the first one that (for me) captures the spirit of the SNES golden games like Illusion of Gaia and Chrono Trigger. I'm actually surprised by how much I like this game. Also, Garl is just the best.

[@calimangrower1590]

Got my physical copy this morning 🔥 for PS5

[@volsere]

looking forward to getting into this

[@greencastle337]

Jrpgs with puzzles are the best imo. Too many games makes you go trough dungeons doing nothing else than fighting

[@Arsenal.N.I7242]

After Quake 2 I'm going to dive into this one. You have convinced me.

[@soyelcallejero1]

Pre ordered my physical copy yesterday on play Asia 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@MarioSonicDKPokeFAN]

Would love for Chrono Trigger to be remastered or even remade from the ground up. Surprised they haven't done it after all these years

[@user-kr5vm8nk1d]

Ok, you got me. Played the demo after watching this. Now I need a physical copy. Cannot wait!

[@TheLastLineLive]

Playing on pc game pass, super amazing! I’ll be shocked if it’s not the best indie game of the year and if it’s not in the conversation for Game of the Year, and that’s with how many great games we have had so far.

[@GregotheGreat1]

Man. Really want to get this later. Starfield is about out, and the Star Ocean 2 remake is soooooo close. I'm definitely getting the physical disk in 2024.

[@baldpipesmoker1]

I'm looking forward to playing this game. I'm waiting for the physical release though. Great job as usual you two! 👍

[@BloodRayneUK]

Hiya John and Kim ☺️ and wow, this game is something else. I remember when you mentioned it John way back and l’ve been keeping tabs on it ever since. The demo was amazing and l’m currently playing it on PS5 but once it goes physical, definitely picking up the Switch version. To me this game is just so cozy and familiar and it’s such an impressive feeling to get from a new IP. You can just collapse on the sofa and dive in and you feel right at home. Love the characters, the world, the story and the music is a vinyl purchase when that drops. I would have said Tears of the kingdom was my game of the year, but…😬 isn’t that a great dilemma to have? Anyways, great review guys ☺️👌🏼

[@jamesgall475]

Def going to have to get thos physical copy

[@benjaminrivera3259]

i’m waiting for physical copy

[@carloscuyos1370]

I am playing the game, loving it. Not as much as I expected, cause I loved it even more! And from time to time I watch reviews on youtube just to have that sense of connection between other people who loved it too.

[@noelblateria7668]

Love this game!

[@thezeddy]

i tried to play it. but then i realized i would rather play crono trigger instead

[@lm4585]

Never heard of it til I seen the trailer on Xbox. Have not been on my PS5 and just bought an Xbox.

[@checconetwo9581]

Saw it was on GamePass, so here I am lol 🎉 Might give it a shot

[@Moondancin]

*Lord Of The Rings: The Third Age* got me into turn-based. What are some of the best turn based RPG’s?

[@TwoEyesOpen]

You guys are so funny together. Kim talking about a side quest mechanic and saying "you know what you can use that for??" and then John almost rolling his eyes, going, yes... cooking hahaha

[@juniorcorporan3399]

Can’t wait for the physical copy! It’s a bummer they didn’t release a physical copy right off the bat

[@chrisman2100]

I know, it’s tough waiting for it. At least we know we’ll be getting the perfect version of the game once it does release!

[@derekminna]

Just got mine yesterday

[@kossemoore3342]

Can't forget to mention mitsuda was the composer on Chrono trigger! He worked himself so hard he was hospitalized. Nobuo came in and helped finish the soundtrack at the end. Glad you guys are enjoying the game. It's a lot of fun from what I played in the demo.

[@bballwalli]

Absolutely love the game so far. Glad I backed the kickstarter. Excellent results so far!

[@leandroP2323]

This new wave of RPG of this type is amazing. Last year I also played Chained Echoes, and it was just amazing

[@porkncheese1789]

Chained echoes was amazing. Played it a few months ago and loved it

[@MrSuckeragi]

The story of chained echoes is one of the best in jrpf style games i've ever played, awesome game

[@rawbe590]

Was waiting for this review. This game is really good. I really hope this is a start of a good string of games from this company in this world.

[@allonbacuth]

Continuation instead of start, the Messenger was fantastic

[@JegoEXP]

Love your reviews Johnny and Kim is actually very insightful. Enjoy hearing your thoughts and always put the games you cover on my wishlist. Thanks for the content!

[@FizzWizard]

The soundtrack to this game is just something else! The melodies burn into my brain 🧠!

[@hibbity_hooblah]

I never heard of sea of stars until it came out and the 16 bit graphics made me buy it and im enjoying the hell out of it

[@ShaunElliston]

My Sundays aren’t Sundays until a hcg video is uploaded

[@DrWorm76]

Mitsuda actually only did 10 tracks for the game. The vast majority of the music was done by Erik Brown. Its a testament to what an amazing job did that some people like you guys couldn't figure out which music was done by who. Mitsuda did great as usual with the little music he did for the game, but Eric deserves most of the credit.

[@carlosvonsexron9553]

Outstanding game! The mist and fog effect, the way it parts and reforms as you move through it... Love it.

[@urbanasupernova562]

Great review, this is one of the most charming video games of all time imho. The Messenger was fantastic, and Sabotage really knocked it out of the park with this one!

[@robbykills]

Can't wait to see what they do next. I like the idea of all their games being in a shared universe, first thing that popped into my mind is a cool Road Rash style game in this universe or a shooter

[@urbanasupernova562]

@@robbykillsThat would be cool! Or even a 2D beat ‘em up style game with RPG elements in the vein of Guardian Heroes!

[@RetroRaider]

A true love letter to the 16bit JRPG era. Loving Sea of Stars, what a msterpiece.

[@Riz2336]

Great game. I often find myself playing it all the time when I'm off work, quite addicting. Never heard of this developer before but I'm pretty impressed with their work here

[@ItsATMDrums]

Sea of Stars is honestly perfection. Way too good

[@headbangerbald1278]

​@@nicholasnajibi3082maybe he has done that, and this game is also on their perfection list? What was the point of your comment?

[@GeorgeZimmermen]

It’s not perfection actually. It has flaws. Stop it

[@chrisman2100]

@@GeorgeZimmermenof course! Every game has flaws. But if it has everything OP is looking for in a game, then for them, it’s perfect!

[@saesang352]

@@nicholasnajibi3082the game is OK. But perfection? It doesn’t do anything new, it just does old stuff pretty well

[@Coquitox]

@@nicholasnajibi3082 As someone who played ff7 when it came out and replayed in the switch, it’s a masterpiece for it’s time but it did not age well like chronno trigger for example, it’s clunky af but nostalgia’s strong. Still your comment’s point is? You just go around telling people what they should like?

[@GameSack]

This looks awesome. I'll definitely pick up the physical release by 8bitmods, err, 8bitdo? 8-Bit Eric? It's 8bit-somebody. Anyway it'll be available at Best Buy et al. I can wait. The only thing that kind of worries me is that they might try to force the humor way too often like they did with The Messenger, which was a big turn off for me.

[@reedmorebooks]

I backed this game, and it's living up to all expectations in my opinion. Sabotage absolutely succeeded in their goal of capturing the feel of games like CT (my favorite of all time) and Mario RPG, but obviously modernizing it. The soundtrack is also fantastic, can't wait to get my vinyl!

[@TrashMojo]

I'm 10 hours in. I'm in love with it. Just like I was with the messenger. As far as I'm concerned sabotage can't miss. And Eric, who did the music, has once again dropped an all killer no filler soundtrack. This game is a big warm RPG hug

[@mattwestling164]

This game brings me back to my childhood, which is very rare for a game to do. Absolutely glorious! 🥰

[@Jepegish]

This game has landed itself a spot in my top 5, possibly even top 3 games of all time. I'm about to 100% this game once my shift's over, feels good.

[@Franckatana]

I am with you on that, it also landed in my top 5, maybe even top 3 games.

[@Aranethify]

The messenger proved that this studio is brilliant at world building and script writing and this game is even better. I hope the studio grows even bigger, they deserved it

[@thesmitty467]

The Messenger proved this studio can only make sub par to below average video games. And now they release sea of mediocrity and people really just make up excuses to play it lol Nothing about the game is good Name something and I can tell you more than one thing that’s wrong with whatever you wanna bring up Sabotage is not in touch with reality they create miserable games.

[@Aranethify]

@@thesmitty467 wow they killed your mom or something? XD

[@bmo1522]

@@thesmitty467 Why are you going around basically copy and pasting the same message on comments of people who enjoy this game? Give your head a shake.

[@greglyhoblit]

Ehh the writing kind sucks but there is nothing else like this so I might get it

[@Aranethify]

@@greglyhoblit if you know anything about writing, you'd see how good the script is.

[@Kinshinobi]

I just finished playing the first hour of this game and I am in love. The reason that hooked me in the most is how to combat mimics that of Super Mario RPG. If you are a fan of timed hits or timed defense, this is going to be SO up your alley. I can not wait to dive deeper into this game.

[@lucascoval828]

So, turn based but still exciting?

[@Kinshinobi]

@@lucascoval828 indeed

[@aaliyahh4630]

Thanks for this, John and Kim! Man, i been waiting for this old-school vibe. Thanks for the video. It was awesome as always

[@blkmetalhead]

When Kim and Johnny are both in the video praising a game, you know damn well you better buy it, or else ... 😎

[@kresshq5170]

This is how you do a review of a game. Someone who actually played the game for fun and appreciated the beauty of its development. Not like IGN who treat game reviews as a job and a chore to do. The didnt even mention anything about the graphics when they reviewed Sea of Stars.

[@snowsoldier413]

Man I absolutely appreciate, and love this channel. I always find myself getting dragged down these days by a lot of negativity, but even WHEN you're being critical of something (unrelated to this video of course) you have this positive energy that is so infectious and makes me excited about the video games I love. Thank you for being you man.

[@Mattaiko82]

Absolutely true. He finds the good in most every game regardless and it's nice to see.

[@HawkTuaGirlFan]

How do you love classic jrpgs and have not played the legend of heroes series. Start with trails in the sky trilogy. First game is very slow but it very necessary, so if you do play these games at least commit to trails in the sky 1 and 2. Fantastic turn based RPGs. No other series is brave enough to have every single game in the same world and the same continuity with this many games in the series

[@yangtsur]

I hope sabatage could work with Chained Echoes studio for their next work. with their work of art I can't imagine how great it would be if they collaborate. also agree on the music part I was hesitating if I should preorder or not at the moment, but when I read that part of the music is done by Mitsuda Yasunori I know this is 100% buy for me

[@chilly6470]

Not all the music is done by him. Just one contribution, I think.

[@yangtsur]

@@chilly6470 its said he done around 10 songs

[@chilly6470]

@@yangtsur.. Then I stand corrected. Thanks.

[@GeorgeZimmermen]

Chained echoes was made by one guy basically. It’s not a studio

[@yangtsur]

@@GeorgeZimmermen yes I know, but I don't want to refer him as "chained echoes guy" so I describe him as studio instead

[@ant_mag]

I'm loving this game! It's worth noting Mitsuda only did a few tracks. The vast majority of the soundtrack is Eric Brown

[@angelofdarkness1435]

ngl I'm playing it right now I'm still not done cause I wanna spend more time exploring more really :D

[@drunkhusband6257]

It's kinda meh.....the characters are boring, the story is boring and generic not impressed other than the good pixel art.

[@Kalabei]

You didn't mention Yasunori Mitsuda did almost all of the soundtrack for Chrono Trigger.

[@strider775]

No physical copy of the game until next year.. Very disappointing. 😒

[@bcz1368]

Just bought the multi language physical edition for switch on play-asia!

[@goffymusiclover]

I just downloaded the demo even tho I have so many games I’m playing right now I just gotta check it out

[@TheSushiandme]

I just beat it and 95% achievements. Good game

[@dandelves]

I buy two games per year. This is currently my February 2023 game

[@fabioalvesshow]

We need more Kim videos 🥰

[@shadowwrath10]

I love this game! I hope gamers everywhere would appreciate a beautiful classic style game like this 🎉

[@SA-bn9bj]

Love your channel, love Kim and your videos, but a review of e Demo? Surely that cant have much to say about the game. I know it is important to be the first mover, because of the algorithm etc. When everybody else is talking about the game, you should too, But this is like reading the first 20 pages of a 350 pages book and talking about it, how? Next time, please type in DEMO in the caption. Hopefully others will follow. It does not make sense to review a whole game based on a demo. If you dont agree, please let me know. That said, love channel. I have watched pretty much everything you have made so far. Thank you!

[@lucascrane164]

Its a review of the full game, they just didn't show footage from the beginning of the game

[@Myndeex]

Maaaan Octopath 2 is my game of a year and i aim soo afraid too try sea of stars becouse of that bc i know i am gonna love it too

[@HisShadowX]

Just a heads up if you have Playstation Plus you get the PS5 version

[@buckchuckgaming597]

Yasunori Mitsuda and David Wise (of Rare/Donkey Kong Country fame) are easily my two favorite composers and seeing them on board with a project is a selling point for me.

[@sillyskeleton]

David Wise didn't do any music for Sea of Stars, did he?

[@thesilverblack708]

@@sillyskeleton He did not.

[@TheLastLineLive]

@@thesilverblack708I think they just mean if a game has one of their names attached, they’re on board.

[@thesmitty467]

Setting the bar pretty low as to why to buy a game for music HAHAHAHAH Sea of stars is bad in every single area. Name something you like and I’ll give you points as to why it’s bad with factsz

[@TheLastLineLive]

@@thesmitty467 it has excellent graphics, music, a fun and engaging battle system, a simple and fun story, arguably the best fishing mini game of all time. Go ahead and prove me wrong. 🤷🏻

[@nicodemus82]

Did you ever play Chained Echoes? For me I actually preferred that game over this one, but both are excellent entries into the retro style JRPG genre.

[@dartez666]

Tell Sabotage to reprint Messenger physical copies please!