The Game of Sleep | ASMR

It's time to play a game where I perform a variety of ASMR techniques that will determine whether or not you will be able to fall asleep.
00:00:00 Let the Game Begin
00:00:15 Testing, Testing...
00:03:08 Good Now
00:05:19 About the Game
00:11:43 How To Play & Win
00:15:55 Repeating the Instructions
00:17:12 Calming Hands/Thought Removal/Energy Push
00:23:05 All About Games (Some Tapping Sounds)
00:29:41 The Box of Gravel
00:35:02 Manual Hand Drill
00:37:25 Bubble Wrap Mailer (and vs Mic Covers)
00:43:09 "Sanctuary" (Closeup Whispering/Unintelligible)
00:45:25 Casting the Spell of Sleep
00:47:18 Lore: The Lords & Ladies of the ERU
00:50:25 Summoning the Lord of Sleep
00:52:50 White Noise (Radio Scanner Static)
00:57:15 Brushing Mic Covers/Squeezing Bristles
01:04:40 Paint Roller vs Mic Covers
01:07:55 Video Game Controller
01:13:26 Plastic Bottle Capping
01:20:04 Tissue Package of the Elder Gods
01:27:15 Concluding the Game
01:31:10 Closeup Whispering / Unintelligible
01:34:05 Cone of Sleep / Fade-out
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[@ghoatser]

i hope this isnt pay to win, rift.

[@ratman5225]

There is a Season pass for 576 Rift tokens.

[@GrassThyPhilosopher]

​@@ratman5225 How much?

[@R1Hunter]

The "Sleep Pass" costs about 4 bottle caps total.

[@Haiganon]

​@@GrassThyPhilosopher normaly it's $19.95, but they are running a weekly special which you can get it for $604.31.

[@Swagtrap_CZ]

@@R1Hunter i also saw that there's an „extreme comatose package" which includes: first 100 stages of „sleep pass" first 50 stages of „premium coma pass" And 4 exclusive skins for your bed and your character for only 50 gold rings

[@sturmifan]

this game really has a high replay value

[@terik_z]

Agreed

[@sturmifan]

@terranhershey6682 ?

[@angelobronte6029]

I'm working on my 100% speedrun for this game. This video helped me get past the tutorial

[@bobo_official_YT]

Underrated

[@tecgoku3200]

Have you found the current glitch where turning oxygen off in settings for around 3 minutes and then switching it back on usually results in the fastest sleep splits? So far the most effective solo player run. If you're playing a multiplayer speedrun you can have them put all their stat points in strength and use friendly fire to your advantage.

[@whyiwakeup6460]

@@tecgoku3200unfortunately that strat includes a lot of risks, such as corruption and deletion of the game forever.

[@magikarp4ubers]

I would love a new game+ version of this video, where he just does the exact same video again, but he’s like wearing a hat or something.

[@eggsnbacon7122]

Endgame costumes unlocked with new abilities included, I approve.

[@zeinon2555]

I'd prefer unlockables like the red bricks in Lego games that make characters' heads bigger and other things like that

[@posteriorpepperoni]

How about an alternate skin,Sleep NG+ with the Corvus character model

[@terik_z]

Careful what you wish for w/ Uncle E

[@Eric-469]

Had no idea what game+ was. Interesting.

[@haji6886]

I've been watching ER for what, five years now? And the creativity NEVER ends.

[@ImmortalCatlover]

Here since Stella Artois tasting video, almost 11 years passed, this man never ceases to amaze me

[@spiderandy1778]

i’ve only been watching for about 2 years and it blows my mind how he manages to stay creative while constantly increasing the quality. dude is a legend of the craft and i respect that 💪

[@pryingopenmythirdeye1830]

Neither do the comments mentioning it

[@pryingopenmythirdeye1830]

But it's true tho

[@ryanthecringeanimator9541]

Uncle Rift is a ASMR Legend who will surpass time

[@manfredmuller1037]

The beginning was so beautifully tingly. I could imagine a whole video with such clicking sounds.

[@aurijitchatterjee2937]

For real…such a nuanced sound, could definitely use more of it

[@LightBringer17]

Lore of option menu or credits menu.

[@rvss5270]

Absolutely it was like *instant relaxation*

[@Neji2635]

Finally a game for me. Will I fall asleep after 20 minutes or not? Nobody knows. It's risky and I like it

[@sparkraido]

Narcoleptic are banned for unsportsman ability (they are already sleeping)

[@asmrsleeper777]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dwetson657]

Well did you fall asleep?

[@gudkush420]

Its like gambling

[@helgblau8598]

I fell asleep before the game even started, it’s like magic

[@maccine2534]

I was noticing a distinct lack of the Cone of Sleep throughout this video, I was of course glad to see it make an appearance at the end.

[@possumofantikka8160]

pebble must be hibernating in his top secret lair

[@UnderaRockGaming]

The fake out intro never ceases to be an amazing asmr burst

[@alphastick21a35]

That intro is so brilliant, the attention to detail with the grayed out New Game + and DLC buttons, ER never ceases to amaze

[@gavinanimates6739]

reminds me of the last of us part 1 and ghost of tsushima for some reason.

[@John_John123]

@@gavinanimates6739 probs because they have a new game plus on there menus and tlou1 has dlc

[@flowersandwater666]

​@@John_John123the last sofas

[@Frizou]

I believe this is one of the best game I've ever played, although I haven't reached the end yet, I have already enjoyed the story very much. I do have some annoyance with the lack of choice, making me feel like the game is imposing itself at times, but it doesn't matter enough to prevent this to be a masterpiece the industry will have to get to the same level as to get sales. The story, gameplay, lore and graphics are all incredible, the choice of not putting any music was the right choice in my opinion, the game feels much cleaner this way. This is a solid 9/10, barely missing the 10/10 score because of it's rather lacking replayability, but I believe this will likely be improved with the help of upcoming DLCs.

[@jr.7010]

Paying 3 pebbles, 15 bottle caps and purified Nothing for part 2

[@PandoricaLost]

Happy Father's Day Sir! Thanks for all the "bedtime stories" 🙂

[@cowbelleyt5396]

5:58 had me wheezing! I love how you can be so calming yet so chaotic at the same time! Big fan of yours Uncle E!

[@Shaquill_Oatmeel]

gesk

[@qwertyuiop-oj4lk]

I think the fact that ER continues to come up with new and inventive ideas shows a true strength of character and honesty as his performances are connected and true to who he is, rather than following what is popular on a given day. I appreciate uncle E and all he does so much and wish him nothing but the best 💜

[@m0n1.q86]

150+ hours on this and counting! I’m a bit stuck on a puzzle near the end but so far it’s been amazing, can’t recommend enough!!

[@OscarTeeVee]

Can’t wait to play my own copy of Sleep when it comes out in the year 83,938,022. So many decades, centuries and millennia away.

[@Tgmunchin]

Cant forget the eons

[@el_walser]

Can't wait to get my hands on Sleep, been waiting so long for it. Glad to see some extended gameplay, too, so now I finally know what to expect from it. 👍

[@Ghost-ry3mk]

Uncle Paul Im 18 and you've been someone I watch daily for sleep, anxiety or depression for past 4 years, thanks for giving me peace when nothing else does

[@Jaksonranger]

Now this is a game i can crush at. If the game were perhaps "The Game of Waking Up", there would certainly be issues.

[@paulcarmi8130]

My cat is my alarm clock. “Meow meow feed me meow meow” every day.

[@D33J8Y]

@@paulcarmi8130oh that’s the new DLC that came out, I got it but might refund it. It attacked me mid play through

[@westa8427]

A cup of water makes you feel more awake. I usually put one next to my phone at the table on other side of room.

[@paulcarmi8130]

@@westa8427 nah, just get a hungry cat.

[@devon5078]

heard they patched the gunshot cheese, was a cheat code for even the heaviest sleepers

[@MrMeatyFlaps]

Imma need a sequel pretty soon. After the DLC of course. And only after I finish the game 69.420 more times.

[@paxtoncardinal8386]

69+420=party time

[@Teastott]

489

[@NotoriousSRG]

@@Teastott ergo 489= party time

[@Teastott]

@@NotoriousSRG 489 is the best number

[@theemperorcat9832]

Don't forget the hopefully non buggy prequel that will make us sleep 76 times in this Rift universe expansion.

[@muddygemma]

This tissue packet is older than me at this point 😂

[@rhinocort1184]

When you play the game of sleep, you win or you stay awake. There is no middle ground.

[@raymondstrayer9751]

Only game that would put you to sleep and that would be a success. 🎮 😴 I can't wait for the DLC (Dream Like Content).

[@anthonyjabaroni7721]

Now you gotta make one for the game+DLC and the extras

[@cyb3r_fa1ry]

you’ve been a part of my routine for the past year and i just wanted to thank you for always putting out such amazing content

[@swag_fish03]

I should've bought the caffeine DLC, I keep falling asleep during my playthrough.

[@themar.i.per3374]

speed runners need to take sleep pills for this game

[@jugobetrugo7213]

The bubble wrap was epic - i had so many tingles

[@spiderandy1778]

first 3 minutes and my months long tingle immunity is over thanks bro. very splentastic i might say

[@Phantasm290]

My new favorite game. I’ll be snatching that platinum award.

[@_Micha___]

Hey, I just wanted to let you know on behalf of my father , who would never admit to listen to something like this, that your videos have helped him sleep and calm down a lot. He’s a 53 year old Bosnian war veteran and has trouble sleeping and coming down sometimes. (PTSD) His English isn’t the absolute best but he definitely still understands a lot. He finds most ASMR videos to be ridiculous blabla but he does watch yours (again, even if he wouldn’t admit it 😂)

[@bagel_soup2]

thats very sweet :) im glad your father finds a bit of peace here

[@flowersandwater666]

vixca bòsnia

[@r0cketwiz4rd]

This gameplay trailer looks great! Already preordered

[@myquiescentmind]

Good now Rift, happy Father's Day.

[@kylem6821]

Hearing you talk about peculiar predicaments was a nostalgia bomb right at the start. I always forget how long it's been until I go to watch those old videos and have to scroll for ages.

[@soxs9527]

Wait, what if ER made a choose your own adventure type ASMR, with time stamps or cards at the end of the video indicating your choice

[@John_John123]

That is probably one of the if not the single best idea I think I’ve ever heard

[@balboatarandino]

I need this now

[@mister-cool-guy]

I absolutely love this idea

[@soxs9527]

Maybe have different types of triggers or just a whole ERU storyline about you visiting different characters

[@soxs9527]

Knowing rift he’d probably make a character who works at the sanitarium bottling company but his hands were replaced by bottle openers by Dr. Clemons, so he’s eternally trying to bottle fictional soda brands (nuka cola etc.)

[@amores14]

Through it all, your (whispering) voice is the most pleasant one to listen to

[@possumofantikka8160]

im not sure how, (well i kind of am) but this and a boatload of horse tranquilizers takes me out every single time.... i can always count on you when everyone else has failed.. "we used to play for silver. now we play for life. one for sport, and one for blood at the point of a knife" - grateful dead

[@lifestreamy]

Your thumbnails are art by themselves. Love 'em

[@asaknight321]

5:58 love his chaotic energy

[@futuristic.handgun]

This video gave me my ASMR back!! I hadn't experienced it in quite sometime and seems like the older I get the less intense it feels and the less I experience it period, but this was fantastic! Best tingles I've had in like years. Thank you for reviving them! You're the only ASMRist I watch, and you've only gotten better over time! Love you uncle E! 💓

[@Cash_Kiw3e]

I absolutely love these videos, they're always wonderful. Thank you for making them, I really appreciate your service.

[@serenity-5626]

Your channel is the only thing keeping me alive these days... thank you ❤

[@therooster1374]

I hope you are doing okay. I believe your comment may just be a statement of expression, however just to let you know. There are good people in this world who want to help you and want to get to know you. Be strong for yourself and those people. Don’t put your fait into a KZbin channel, rather use it as a relaxation point to bring you joy. Life is short. Make the most of it.

[@primalboi96]

@@therooster1374thought full mf Good roll model 💀 Good person before GTA 6 Bro thinks he’s the one cuz he is 💀💀💀 Bro is that guy I hope u live forever dude. (In a good way)

[@Willow76ny]

“To sleep, perchance to dream-ay, there’s the rub, for in this sleep of death what dreams may come” Hamlet

[@katsumi8844]

That intro...... just wow!

[@zrhllo]

i’m so glad a full play through of Sleep was uploaded! thank you rift !!

[@ashuraXIV]

E never stops with the ideas! The day he runs out of ideas, is the day i die. Love ya, E.❤

[@IveSeenSomeStuff]

Rift is truly..the king of ASMR 👑

[@r.l.9986]

My guy has to be smoking weed while creating his content. Truly the GOAT of ASMR when it comes to creativity

[@lostinsound_wav]

finally i game I'm good at, will be asleep after not even 2 minutes lmao

[@user-oc2kh9no9f]

I was just looking for another asmr video to fall asleep to when this came in my feed, great timing haha

[@reetsie]

ooooh, i've been hoping to hear more of the radio static!! such a calming noise especially when you move it closer and further away. i haven't been able to find that same effect from anyone else, all the other static or white noise videos are just constant and it just doesn't hit the same. very excited to win!

[@lebronisthegoatla]

I ve been watchin u for 4 years and u're still making best videos. U always won my man. ❤

[@paulotruzzi3652]

lmao I fell asleep before he reached the explanation part and woke up after the video was over, guess I won

[@PixelGoose]

Thank you, I appreciate your work Uncle Rift. By the way happy fathers day!

[@timmanning5206]

ER and a vut if mic brushing=hidden gem. Love it

[@chiaradezorzi1311]

I love it 😊! This video is so tingly, perfect to relax in bed before sleeping 😊...

[@Cold_Ice00]

Yes! I played it through. Time for the cheatcodes now!

[@SamRoberts-zq9xl]

Thanks for the great video! I really love your ASMR videos where you move and speak into left and Right microphones also love the rustling sound of the clothes moving along with whispering and slight sounds like the gravel.

[@Videogamingya]

This is the dark souls of sleeping games. I don’t know if I’m prepared

[@linnaqiao6076]

Rift you are awesome! Here’s a new fan of your channel and I really appreciate all the efforts you put into your videos❤

[@HyperformA1]

No bugs in the game on initial release? I'm impressed.

[@owobread8033]

I fell asleep before the video ended! Loved it❤

[@Imvis_3343]

I love the pauses he does in a lot of his vids great job its super nice!!

[@sturmifan]

i cant wait for New Game+ to come out. and judging by the DLC button already present, i can only guess that theres already at least one DLC in the works! im already hyped!

[@Anonymous-lc5rz]

Happy fathers day Paul! ❤

[@gada9488]

I already did 6+ playthroughs of this game It’s awesome

[@ssnake3461]

Yep, that right there is why you’re the best! Think i might platinum 100% this game.

[@BoostedVr5]

Perfect time just when i go to sleep😂 🔥

[@junkhoenoshima]

I like the Yuno pose on the thumbnail, really cute🥰

[@ASMRCheater]

Invoking the sleeping gods for sleep... genius!

[@NT__-]

The game is really good, I especially loved the NPC's

[@TrickyyCluckk]

Amazing work as always

[@thebeegrat2839]

im just here begging for more captions p.s love you man keep up the great work

[@BlueRaven307]

Amazing. Keep up the amazing work!

[@cnicoj]

What a splendid game Mr. Rift !

[@anthonyjabaroni7721]

Yet another game i must win!

[@hollyprice5462]

Ive won the game 3 times since ypu posted. Thank you ER

[@blepware]

cant wait to speedrun this

[@lauramcclelland3120]

Omg! Yesss this looks amazing!

[@bartvanrijswijk9550]

The tingels are meta, it’s crazy, they make you win so fast!

[@Not_Broccoli]

I really hope you make another Zelda video it was so relaxing, thanks a lot for the comforting videos nonetheless!

[@_Cl1nk_]

I absolutely love your content! You Never cease to amaze me! Would you ever consider posting your ASMR to Spotify? Id love to go to bed and shut my phone screen off when listening to your ASMR.

[@ToxicityD-Day]

Got a good hour in before dinner. Thanks mate!

[@Moonblighter]

Thanks for another great video , rift

[@rduxgamingnorthernirelandw3544]

Hey Paul I'm also deaf on the left side of my head. And fully understand the stresses of deafness I have been subscribed for a ultra long time. I fully enjoyed your game yes I won more sleep lol. I now can say always liked the content great sense of humour like myself to keep people guessing what could be next and to close out my comment good now I will return with a good way to close good bye now. Keep up the excellent work you help a fellow deaf person (myself) to just let the stress of the day go in a single video true master at work sir! Thank you. From Ireland.

[@CooLBruV25]

ER is my favorite ASMRtist hands down

[@thedragonthatlovesskittles7132]

2:01 had a 10 second dream right here before it was interrupted by my dream self slipping on a newly materialized flight on stairs.

[@HexFire03lmao]

Another greatest hits from Uncle Rift

[@xesxxx]

We all lost the game as soon as he mentioned it, goddammit I was going strong for 6 years now haha

[@thediamondtrucktdt]

So relaxing.

[@Randomvids205]

How do you continue to be yourself so well? Without letting peoples opinions affect your content

[@EphemeralRift]

Because peoples opinions don’t matter! ;)

[@terik_z]

So very very true

[@lexais_]

hell ye

[@azel9925]

time to any% speedrun this game

[@user-iq8bs9rx7g]

I haven’t seen you in a month. Good to be back

[@kyleadams2859]

Ah no multiplayer?!

[@lorenzosaez2688]

this was amazing

[@Philipcatdad]

Another great video, keep it up!

[@Greenequs]

Gotta like the video before I fall asleep ❤

[@LuisFelipe-th1lk]

Can’t wait for the new game + or the DLC