The Last Guardian - Before You Buy

The Last Guardian (PS4) finally stumbles onto store shelves after years of delays and apparent cancellations. Was it worth the wait? Jake breaks it down.
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[@gameranxTV]

I actually pre-ordered this game back in the day and the store eventually cancelled it on me, lol

[@GamingWimpGW360]

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[@tae-woowebb2781]

gameranx first???

[@chrisirvin7290]

+gameranx What mouse and keyboard do you play with?

[@navonmyhand7999]

Ha, now the game is out!

[@farrasjunadil6925]

First liker

[@starphaser]

I don't understand people saying this game is ugly. It's absolutely stunning to me. Everything looks beautiful.

[@ru55ianR3AP3R]

I'm guessing they don't like the cartoon kid. I don't get why. ICO had very similar visuals.

[@whiteisthewolf1632]

starphaser it s amazing, just like zelda

[@DashiSmash]

I think when people say it looks ugly, what they mean is that it looks last-gen. Being spoiled with the graphical prowess of games like Uncharted 4 and The Witcher 3 makes a lot of gamers quite jaded.

[@TeddymanYT]

every scene in this game could be a famous painting. so beautiful

[@sovietninja6865]

starphaser it's stunning but it's boring and the camera is terrible. that's why lol people talk shit about the game. No one wants a stunning game that has boring gameplay and it can be an fps or any type of game, it's gameplay over graphics.

[@lazeraththesecond2866]

am i really the only one who thinks this game looks beautiful?

[@Bloodhurl67]

LazerathTheSecond *facepalm* No you're not.

[@lazeraththesecond2866]

apparently i am, cause everyone seems to be dissing the graphics and art design, saying it looks like a ps3 game

[@Bloodhurl67]

LazerathTheSecond​ No you're not. Watch Angry Joe's recent stream on the last Guardian and PewDiePies gameplay. It looks fucking amazing when you get outside at the beginning, the atmosphere, detail, the grass and trees being blown by wind look absolutely amazing and beautiful. You're not the only one. And do not at all think you are the only one.

[@TaoPhysiques]

+LazerathTheSecond The game has been in development hell for a while and this was originally meant to come out on the PS3. No shit the graphics are going to be PS3-esque. Honestly, the game still looks outstanding even with the PC nerds insulting the graphics.

[@chrisogrady28]

Comments that start with "IM I THE ONLY ONE" or similar need to stop. The answer is literally ALWAYS NO, and the commenters know that. Eugh.

[@Joker-fx6mh]

As an artist that loves different games like this, i bought the collectors edition. Not everything has to be killing and shooting, kids. If you don't want to play it then fine don't, but don't say it's shit because you have no idea what you're talking about. It's a different game for specific gamers. It's a breath of fresh air to play something like this.

[@SensitiveHomie310]

True, its a very chill and relaxing game. definitely comes in handy during my finals week in school.

[@Artmigu]

jonny D Agreed!

[@hugopinai2005]

Yeah people who say it's boring just don't get it, it's not supposed to be action packed. It's like saying battlefield is bad because there's too much shooting

[@tweetug3697]

That a smart quote,brother.

[@MichaelMcCallister097]

jonny D the differences that commas make between saying "killing and shooting kids." and "killing and shooting, kids."

[@calebolds9609]

am I the only one who actually really likes how this game is?

[@calebolds9609]

Also a game feeling like an old game isn't a bad thing. There's plenty of game that stick up well

[@Eragon272727]

you are. everybody else loves it

[@wendigo8933]

I absolutely love this game and it is probably one of my favorites ever

[@thomassharma1343]

This game is master piece

[@nothanks1239]

So, when I first started playing this game, years ago, I didn't like it. Because I found the game mechanics really frustrating. But, the game was always in the back of mind. Anyway, I decided to give it another go and played it last month and pushed through the parts I didn't like. Ended up falling in love with this game and realised how amazing it actually is. I think a lot of people do the same as me, but they just don't go back. It's a shame as it deserved a lot more credit.

[@tomcruz8615]

something about this game just makes me...happy

[@emmettturner9452]

I don't see how anyone could say that Shadow of the Colossus did not age well. It still looks [and plays] amazing.

[@msghia5252]

no it doesn't

[@emmettturner9452]

Kieffus I guess that seals it then.

[@tronbp9946]

it looks awesome.

[@Megaphro]

It's not just about looks.

[@emmettturner9452]

Megaphro Yeah, but everything else continues to be amazing too and it's even less likely that someone would use them as examples of aging poorly. Compare riding Epona in the 2016 remaster of The Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess HD for Wii U to riding Agro in the original Shadow of the Colossus for PlayStation 2. Tell me again which one "aged poorly" after watching Epona spin around while locked to a forward-walking animation when the player makes a slow turn (just like it used to in 2006). Agro has to take the correct steps and shift weight and momentum to change direction and it feels incredibly natural. These "natural" details make it feel that much more like riding a horse should feel while still being incredibly playable. Shadow of the Colossus is a game design masterpiece.

[@zakf2929]

Dunno bout everyone but it's just nice to see a game come out that doesn't have guns

[@ekeclout3941]

ICO was easily my favourite game. The Last Guardian is a breath of fresh air compared to all the shitty games coming out all these years.

[@lukecanning94]

Who Slew it's not that good, all the cool and breathtaking moments in the game are nullified after a while as you get sorta used to them and they do not invoke such an emotional experience and then the game turns into a boring puzzle game with wonky controls. Compared to all AAA games that have released in the last decade, this game can barely scratch the top 50. (My opinion)

[@tweetug3697]

At least it has original setting beside other AAA games.

[@32monexrb14]

+Luke Canning Yes, but it's still beautiful.

[@MixedGreneMC]

I recommend that you play Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, Dark Souls 3, Bloodborne, Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2, Metal Gear Solid 3, Metal Gear Solid: Peacewalker, Metal Gear Solid 4, Metal Gear Solid 5, Zone of the Enders, Zone of the Enders: The 2nd Runner, Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2, Devil May Cry 3, Devil May Cry 4, Fallout 3, Fallout 4, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and others if you haven't already.

[@Darthwaffler]

+MixedGrene You forgot Snakes Revenge.

[@ediththeraccoongal1594]

Nah it ain’t forgettable it’s 2019 and I still play it when I’m stressed

[@Lbeast5]

I bought the game yesterday and all the cons he listed are why I don’t want to continue. The controls and camera are horrendous.

[@chantik]

I absolutely love the game. So special, such atmosphere, the temples are breathtaking. I keep coming back to this game every 2 years or so!

[@toooydoeur]

@@Lbeast5 the controls arent horrendous but the camera is yeah. But you get over it quick

[@erijonmehmedi]

@@Lbeast5 i agree i deleted it

[@O_____lM_rGaming]

The graphics are so nice honestly

[@adardon1068]

KittyCat but the Physics way better than a PS3 game

[@demeritnation]

KittyCat what? how?

[@withemuss8715]

KittyCat I'm guessing you're a PC nerd who makes fun of graphics?? This was in dev for 6 years and was announced 9 years ago...

[@demeritnation]

***** what? It clearly was

[@withemuss8715]

KittyCat true but the game got delayed and had problems with the previous gameplay, so they had to wait and put it on ps4

[@alejorag]

I don't want to play this game because I have the feeling that the fucking dog is going to die or leave the kid or something and I just don't need that kind of negativity in my life.

[@jhinabloomingflower807]

Still play it for the experience, the creature (trico) is ADOOORABLE :)

[@prophismusic]

All they had to do was make shadow of the colossus 2.

[@justinrichard4984]

Dude ikr

[@kingghidorah6655]

Prophis imagine if you could fight colossus and shadows with Trico's help. It'd be fucking beautiful.

[@johnvonshepard9373]

Sony isn't doing anything with the IP the should just sold it Microsoft!

[@nukal4338]

Prophis man that is all I want

[@RedEzelt]

John von Shepard *They

[@311kratos]

People look like they forgot how to enjoy a game. Sure this game isn't going to be game of the year and compete against the huge games such as The Witcher 3, GTA. But, it has its own atmosphere, going through it with this amazing creature. It's just a simple journey game. Purpose of this game isn't to make you thrill out of action scenes and huge-boss-battles. If you think it's overpriced wait till it drops to $30. Loving it right now , interacting with trico is just too cute and lovely.

[@broza82]

311kratos it's $20 now on the ps store. I'm actually undecided between this and Guacamelee 2, since they're both the same price. I love Guacamelee 1 and also love SOTC(ps4). Damn choices! 🤯

[@mr.harambejunior1969]

I dont care I'm still going to buy the game

[@withemuss8715]

Mr.harambe Junior me too

[@megdmstie4348]

Mr.harambe Junior it's worth it. I've got the game it's fucking amazing!!

[@Thisispow]

So fast?! Are you sure you have played it enough.

[@paramore7383]

ThisisPow u can (sadly) beat it in only 12 hours

[@tronbp9946]

+paramore 57 Think of how much work they put in the mechanics. No cut scenes really.

[@panderingpangoro]

paramore 57 wow just wow wat a let down for a over hyped game again pathetic...

[@ONshowON]

Collin Mulligan I had the same feeling when I finished God of war 3 on the ps3 in 8 hours without rushing it.

[@jakedoucet6851]

ONshowON *god of war 2"

[@awa7670]

i don't know but my trico doesn't work at all hes either stubborn or blind i might wait for an update!

[@gameranxTV]

You have a broken Trico. Bring it back to the store.

[@LeMasterofSwords]

gameranx I don't know why but I am now picturing that one parrot scene form Monty python

[@DevotionCorner]

Take him to the vet

[@EggNogg]

just wait for Nintendo to copyright this game because of treeco

[@LifeWulf]

It's spelled Trico in this game and looks nothing like the Pokémon so good luck with that.

[@Gking0906]

+LifeWulf I'm pretty sure he was making a joke, a bad one but I joke nonetheless

[@SavagelySylvester]

AGEoghan Trico is a name for animals in some other language...

[@LifeWulf]

GKING0906 I know it's a joke, but as you said it's a pretty weak joke, hence my retort.

[@CallumHurley]

Treecko*

[@jorgerosales4656]

Where's the Exo jumps?

[@brian37107]

Jorge Rosales they're in supply drops

[@locs13000]

Shaqrifice more like in the recycling bin

[@davidhernandez9937]

Jorge Rosales no exo jumps 4/10 -IGN

[@Xpayne1]

im simple man, when I see PS4 Exclusive I buy without thinking

[@sanyammalhan]

Xpayne1 Because they're all awesome

[@DanielSmith-uq5vs]

The Order wasn't that awesome

[@ThePainqT]

ps4 need a monsterhunter game ...

[@latroyw4650]

+Alex Ander play god eater

[@met4games79]

Sanyam Malhan No Mans sky?

[@SquareSquidStudios]

I'd get it... on steam. Which isn't available...

[@andr0zzsenpai]

It's a first party Sony game, what do you expect.

[@stephenward2743]

"Ill just wait to buy this on steam sale oooohhh rightttt. Yeah fuck this game"

[@danieleproia]

Hostageware is one of the cancers of gaming

[@Linkrudo]

2 months ago i bought a ps3 just to play exclusives... it hurts to see again the 720p 30 fps but its better than nothing.

[@maloviv1232]

fuck exclusives, if you can't play it then who cares about that game. red dead 2? don't care, last of us? don't care? bloodborne? don't care? uncharted? don't care. I would rather buy a 1070 than a ps4.

[@vla1ne]

it lives up to the hype, it's not very action oriented, but it has amazing visuals, the bonding moments where you and trico have to work together while apart are just glorious, the suspense in many situations is incredible, and that epilogue... i cried a little.

[@underthewillowtree8819]

The Last Guardian is my most favorite game ever made! I have played it like 50 Times already...

[@dantemccauley]

Damn

[@Galaxyhuskyplays]

Sameee

[@jurziielam90]

Daaaaamn

[@TodayiAteMyCat]

men you need to play other great titles also

[@SALTYTOAD000]

Poor you, this game plays and runs like a PS2 game.

[@velvet_victor]

Don't really care about frame rate or camera issues, I absolutely love Ico and Shadow of the Colossus. I think they are more than games, they're experiences, unique pieces of art that deserve to be contemplated with care; and I hope to feel the same way about The Last Guardian. I've preordered the collector's edition and I'm still waiting to get it(I live in Brazil).

[@7amo0odi96]

I can let it slide about not caring about frame rates, but how can you not care about controls and camera if they’re considered one of the most important elements in a videogame? Without them, you would just have a beautiful looking game that plays like trash. That was my exact experience after beating the game.

[@wendigo8933]

I absolutely agree with you

[@CHEESEpuff69]

@Ryan Stewart OR they have another opinion you dickhead.

[@Rrgoul56732]

The graphics are an art style, it's not going for realistic. The game play is not hack and slash is trying to get you to become connected with it's characters by admiring their magnificence. I am so excited for this game, I loved that last two they did and I loved this one, only half way through and I can't seem to pull away. If you don't like the style that's fine but hating on a game because it's not your thing is childish as fuck. Would spend 60 again before ever spending a cent on Dead Rising 4.

[@NotAFakeName1]

Genesis Atlas What about framerate? Do you have a normal ps4 or a pro? I have a normal, and anything sub30 fps is completely unacceptable to me.

[@kingquan3826]

Genesis Atlas id rather spent $60 on dead rising 4 with many hours of gameplay compared to this indie game worth 7 hours .. $60 for this bullshit ? Please . But you know Final Fantasy >>>>>

[@32monexrb14]

+Illusion What game are you talking about...

[@32monexrb14]

+Troy Montana Well you rather. I'd rather spend it on this game.

[@bubermarcus8607]

Illusion The AI is great, not broken at all. Trico's movement and actions pertaining to his environment are extremely impressive, such as current gen games' AI look like balls.

[@2236gaming]

If this game delivers an emotional journey like ICO, I'm on it.

[@bennys2950]

2236gaming what's ICO

[@bennys2950]

Kyle Johnson Never heard of that hmm

[@bubermarcus8607]

Then you'll definitely love this game if you loved Ico.

[@funa6968]

It does, believe me, i fucking cried at the ending (considering i didn't cry on the walking dead ending you can assume i don't cry so much on games) also trico is fucking adorable and he always does some awesome stuff to save and i really like it

[@navylaks2]

Oh it does just look at some the reactions to the ending.

[@mortalpokemon60]

This game looks beautiful; I'm pretty excited for it.

[@MrEmilecraft]

Heart of The cards Channel For lonely people that can't put 1.000 dollars for a pc it does

[@Mythicalgoon]

MrEmilecraft I have a ps4 and I don't even want this game, looks fuuuuuuucking boring.

[@MrEmilecraft]

The Goon Your opinion, fine, so what game are you waiting for ?

[@ankitsen5971]

Yup me too

[@sovietninja6865]

Ej Jones gameplay > Graphics

[@asapbruhhhhh]

anybody who complains about the controls or camera you're missing the entire point of this game.. it's about companionship and loyalty and friendship and tbh it's fucking beautiful. you go through so many hardships with this creature from the very beginning of the game you awaken next to him as he has arrows sticking out of his back, you help him, he helps you. this creature goes through so much shit for you, to protect you and you can REALLY feel the emotion especially the ending. no game will bring emotion out of you like this one.

[@MikooChannx]

asap bruhhh sadly...that's how people are..if the camera and controls aren't working they way they want. then the whole game is shit to them. I like the game. yeah the controls and camera aggravate you, but that doesn't stop you from the experience at all. you just deal with it and move on.

[@DJtoadcool]

Im playing it right now an I dont hve a single problem with the controlls to me they seem very fluid. Its just the character that bounces around but stick to what you tell it to do as long as you use the slow walk at appropriate times. Also a worse controlling game in my opinion (I may have just not mastered it) is "The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt" Geralt moves way more janky and both the slow and fast movement options are too far in each extreme to be able to pick up items which you do a lots while in The Last Guardian if your next to a barrel just press the button and the kid walks too the barrels and picks it for you if close enough.

[@MehdiGamingHQ]

asap bruhhh I think the lack of responsiveness from Trico is made in purpose in the beginning of the game then the more you collaborate the better he gets and start looking for exits alone. That's what I felt playing

[@stickmananimation5895]

i honestly totally agree

[@ivoryvignettes]

In terms of this game being flawed - it's still doing something difficult to program: the A.I. of Trico. It's tough shit and a new level of gaming and what made it so hard on them to finish this. hats off to the team.

[@Buddhapungen]

Four years overdue but here we go. In a recent Razbuten video he goes into the frustration of videogames. He goes into how that frustration makes the player bond with the game in a deeper way since they've experienced the highs and lows of it. The last guardian isn't a game that's supposed to make you love every single moment of the game while playing it. Rather, its purpose is to give you a slowly simmering appreciation of the game after you´ve played through it. Meaning that you´ll get a deeper appreciation of the game months after your playthrough. This leads into my point with Trico. His A.I is supposed to be frustrating at times, so that way you can connect more with the times that he isn't wonky. I'm not saying that Trico's A.I is Perfect in any sense. Rather what I'm saying is that it did what it was intended to do. It might of overdone the A.I at times but it still gave most players that simmering feeling of appreciation over the game. Also, I think it was an close to impossible task to make a follow up of shadow of the colossus and still have a sense of new wonders within the franchise itself that will be all your honor. Imagine writing something like this four years after the original comment smh

[@taepoppuriGaming]

Just finished it today. This game is such an amazing experience... The story and soundtracks are lovely. By the end of the game, the bond between you(player) and Trico is real. No game can ever make me feel emotionally attached to an animal, but this game has done it with ease. It has many flaws such as frame rate and other performance issues, but the pros are so outstanding that it outweigh all the cons. For me, It worth the 10 years waiting.

[@Utonian21]

I'm not going to buy it either way because I have 0 interest in it, but I'll watch this video anyways.

[@gameranxTV]

Thanks dude

[@oghomelesskid]

MemeStar pretty much wat I do for every video. gameranx just tickles certain itch I have😊

[@kingquan3826]

MemeStar basically me In a nutshell . This game never interested me and still doesn't

[@trainerred7061]

The game looks great and all but I think I won't have fun playing it for hours

[@stevep641]

MemeStar yep

[@NLS87]

This game is an experience like no other. There's absolutely nothing like it. Loved every second.

[@Camaroon101]

In my opinion I think the game scenery and setting is very cool along with the general story. My only issues are the camera and the lack of guidance involved. Many times I found myself just sitting there not knowing what to do and getting frustrated as I couldn’t figure out even what my task within the game was supposed to be. Maybe that’s just me disliking puzzle games but I don’t know, I feel like a big more guided gameplay could be helpful, or maybe just even a general goal given to you while playing the game as they kinda just put you in this place and say, go figure it out.

[@drymass9990]

I'm kinda put off by the fact that the kid looks cartoonish and brightly coloured while Trico here has a much realistic colour palette design, is this the devs style? it's a bit nerve itching

[@biocta]

Dry Mass I honestly really like it, basically they cut down on real things so the kid is cartoony and the environment is a little less realistic, and then go crazy on the fantastic monsters and Tricos.

[@Bloodhurl67]

Dry Mass It's cool

[@DashiSmash]

I think anyone with a pet will enjoy this game. Any time I interact with trico, it feels like it has the same personality as my cat.

[@zumabbar]

yes, especially at the beginning since as the game progresses it gets so loyal and helpful, not like my cat lol. i love watching how when it's going to jump, it lowers its body so it can leap high, just like a cat. edit: typo

[@spawncap9009]

Hated ICO, loved Shadow of the Colossus. So don't know if I'll like this game or not.

[@togil1151]

propably not. It`s pretty much the same as Ico. Only this time you have to take care of this dog instead of the girl.

[@KnightedSilverWolf]

Spawn Cap same here Fuck ico One huge escort mission

[@AIIEYESONME]

Well it plays nothing like Shadow of the Colossus, You don't fight in this game, you have to complete puzzles to get from A to B in a mostly tight dungeon. Trico does fight for you though. It's more in line with a game like Portal to me. Not sure why but that's what came to my mind while watching my son play this.

[@AbbasKhan9364]

What was there to hate about ICO? Thought it was friggin' amazing. Same goes SoTC

[@Dragonslayer_1215]

Silverwolf Pirates Fuck you :)

[@xxKudosxx101]

Forgettable? Are you kidding me?!?! HAVE YOU SEEN THE ENDING!?

[@Gayhan-]

i usually wait for Before you Buy video before buying a game, but TLG hype beat me. I can say that I'm not disappointed. I'm liking the game a lot.

[@PouresMaggie]

This isn't a game for anyone. People whose first gaming console was a PS3 or an Xbox360 (and have the audacity to call themselves gamers) are not gonna be appeased by this title. This is for the people that know the ICO and SotC titles. You don't buy these games for the graphics, you don't buy these games to be in the "lit" club of kids that own every triple A title and brag about it. You buy these games for the feels. I got attached to Yorda in ICO (although I'm pretty sure I dislocated her arm a few times), I grew attached to Argo in SotC and the trials the main guy had to go through in order to resurrect his girl/sister/w/e, I also felt bad for killing the colossi. I struggled for a good 30 minutes to not get sucked in at the end during the final moments of SotC all the while fighting back tears. I don't give two shits for the graphics or if it should had been a PS3 title, I'm playing this game so I can have my feelings crushed again in the most beautiful way possible. Anyone who knows shit about the previous titles or haven't experienced them themsevles (cause watching walkthroughs doesn't actually cut it for these games), should probably just stick to their multiplayer OP gfx games or jump on the hype wagon of the latest JRPG game and leave this title and their opinion of it, well alone.

[@TheSunDoYouPraiseIt]

You act like if you haven't played all old titles related to games like this you aren't qualified to explore a new genre, and enjoy games like it. I'm looking forward to trying this game, and have had no formal experience with Sotc or others like it.

[@PouresMaggie]

Azu If you're one of the few that wants to go into this game regardless of your experience to past titles and regardless the biased reviews, then I commend you for it. All I'm saying is that the reviewers and the neft-gen "gamers" are so caught up with graphics, they have no regard of how a game can make you *feel* and *sympathyze* with a game character. The TeamIco games and Journey are one of the few games that have made me feel compassion for non-existing characters to the point I'd do my outmost best to ensure their safety. But nowadays it's all about graphics and if a game is up to par with their triple A title. Fuck all that noise, is what I'm getting at. These titles offer life lessons imo and if you wanna go in it regardless, I hope you enjoy.

[@neonknight8183]

PouresMaggie when I bought this game I was like I know trico is gonna fall off a a cliff and im gonna cry(he didn't fall of a cliff per say) but god damn I cried and the pain of all that happens was so bliss it was a masterpiece. sotc i played without knowing about the bridge scene and it tore me up and seeing the wanderer slowly look more dead inside was a plus 1 and then the final part where you try and not get sucked in makes all the worse as you have to play out your feelings of not wanting a sad ending and physically struggling to keep it from happing by not getting sucked in so amazing

[@turmalinofdreams2778]

I wanted to play this game since I heared from it and I didn't play the other games before. I knew I would love it for the story and I was right, the bond between them two made me feel so much, there is no need to experience the other games before the last guardian, to love it, if you are into animals and friendship-stories ^^

[@BC-sn8im]

I was born in 02, played Nintendo exclusively until last year. I loved this game and its a top 3 favorite for me all time

[@MillerRL96]

I think this game would do so much better multi platform. It's a very niche game and giving to broader audience would've made this game not as forgettable.

[@panderingpangoro]

Miller Reid agree

Totally agree. This and ICO and SotC on Switch could have been some incredible awesome shit.

[@BigWelshMike]

Easier said than done, especially for smaller studios. However, when TeamICO started development, keep in mind it was co-owned by Sony Japan.

[@TaoPhysiques]

Ico and Shadow were only PS2 exclusives til they got remastered on the PS3 and look how popular they are.

[@TaoPhysiques]

CerealKiller My comment was directed to the OP and the point is that despite the games being exclusives, Ico fanbase is surprisingly pretty big. Ico games aren't much of a niche and The Last Guardian isn't either.

[@dragonkamran]

Was it worth the wait? Definitely no.

[@SignalStars]

(Spoilers, sorta.) (Also, LONG.) Most people who don't like this game would prefer the games with guns, swords, all that stuff. They don't really see that a game without anime, weapons, or extreme gore is good. Honestly, I've beaten this game 7 times. I'm on my 8th, and I'm climbing up to beat it 10 times before I go for a long stretch of 20 times. "Wow, lol, you have no life." Yeah, but it's my life, you don't control me. Anyway, this game is absolutely outstanding, although the price is something else. As stated in the video, in pictures and screenshots, this game looks dull, and just plain, however when you get into the game, it really sparks to your attention, and the game is so colorful. Now, about the art style of the boy, yes, it does seem out of place, but they need to signify what you are controlling, and I have a feeling they knew about the camera issue they couldn't fix, so they brightened the main character you are controlling so that you know where *you are.* The controls are also pretty strange at first feel, but you can really get used to them if you play it enough. Trico's A.I is outstanding. "BUT HE WON'T RESPOND!" YES, but he's an ANIMAL. Animals don't know what you are saying 24/7 and won't know what you want for the first 20 seconds of pointing it out. But oh? What's this? If you keep making the boy point and make it stay that way for a bit, Trico WILL lock his head onto what you want to do if you point long enough. (Caddicarus) Also, let me point out that there's a ton of arguing about the frame rate. The frame rate only lasts for a few seconds, not even a minute. So be patient and chill out. Would you prefer the game to have no particles and atmospheric effects and look dull, or would you have the game be pretty, shaded, and colorful? Get over the lag, we've all had it, and this lag only happens for a few seconds. Glitches? Bugs? Look for scratches or small debris such as fuzz on your disc. Problem solved, as once a quite large feather had randomly been clung onto Trico. I took out the disc to find a piece of dust, and when I cleaned it and put it back in, it was fixed. Good as new. Some also say that the gameplay was just boring. So? At least you're making progress! Keep going. But anyway, this game is awesome, amazing, and outstanding. The wait was worth it. The ending is worth it. The game is worth it. Good day. ((Also, I'm not trying to argue. I'm just making a few points and defending the game, thanks. :)

[@IonicFox2nd]

I just finished The Last Guardian after finishing Uncharted 4 for the first time a week earlier. I would much rather play a flawed yet impressive and unique game rather than some generic, yet more stable game. Uncharted 4 bored me quite often while I was enthralled with the Last Guardian the whole way through. I'm sure I'm in the minority here, but I would consider this game to be one of the best in years as it remembers how to properly utilize the medium of games as it would be a worse product in any other medium unlike Uncharted 4 which would have been much more entertaining as a film. No one remembers a generic, yet perfect game. I will never forget overcoming the flaws to witness the amazing spectacles of The Last Guardian. Please let me know if you agree with me on this.

[@MossXM]

3 years later, I can tell you I agree with you so much. Just finished up on TLG and loved it, a much more memorable experience for me than something like Uncharted 4.

[@Brutananadlewski]

I don't see how you think this was forgettable. I will never forget this game.

[@ninjastefano]

Just finished it yesterday, no spoilers. The game really got to me emotionally, It's definitely not for every type of gamer, that's for sure :) but for me: breathtaking

[@WhiteBeard640]

Totally worth buying

[@chris284891]

Lies

[@Charliem1994]

It really is. One of my all time favourites.

[@sadgoy.]

I couldn't even get past the first level cuz the stupid beast wouldn't eat the fucking barrels.

[@3daniku]

@@sadgoy. thats kinda your fault lmao

[@sadgoy.]

@@3daniku actually aftet having typed this comment, I forced myself to figure out how to play this game and after about an hour or so, I figured out the trick to making trico do what you want and beat the game. Loved it. It was amazing. Would rate it 5/5 if trico wasn't such a pain in the ass in the very beginning.

[@Shinsay]

Given that this is a Team ICO game this video should be titled "Before you Cry".

[@jamie_2314]

It took so long coz the companion you have, Triko, is a totally independent AI which has to react to what you want, none of it is like a cinematic Triko does it all by itself

[@CraigWard]

The "Before You Buy" series is my go to for reviews. I never pull the trigger on a purchase until I've watched you guys. Great stuff as always. I loved Shadow of the Colossus so I've been looking forward to this game, a little gutted TLG doesn't seem to have some of the same excitement and peril of SotC but I think I'll give it a go.

[@gameranxTV]

+Craig Ward thank you so damn much!

[@nineten9011]

my go to is the ''angry review'' from angryjoe and the ''before you buy'' but mostly the angry review

[@ScotlandSlag]

Too late already bought it. :)

[@soberhippy8240]

angry joe makes reviews almost months after a game comes out

[@nineten9011]

Sober Hippy yeah but its are super detailed review if i want the game super fast like close to its release i watch ''before you buy'' i trust them more than IGN and other reviews

[@thechannelthatplantscrave5145]

Does the audio go weird at 0:24 for anyone else, or is it just me?

[@markestrada9945]

yeah i hear some popping type shit

[@wonderboyjake]

Love before you buy video keep up the good work

[@seth347]

Now please we need a new shadow of the colossus. If we get it I can die happy

[@ru55ianR3AP3R]

I doubt it. ICO, Shadow of the Colossus and The Last Guardian are a loose trilogy.

[@seth347]

PunkCyber I know but a man can dream.

[@set9034]

Seth347 Even dreams must end at one point.

[@seth347]

Set The Evil That's a terrible outlook. NEVER LET YOUR DREAMS DIE. More so if it means another shadow of the colossus.

[@softdrinkninja]

look up prey for the gods its a spiritual successor to shadow of the colossus its not from team ico but were never going to see shadow of the colossus 2

[@mattcy6591]

This game is easily in my top 3 gaming experiences of all time. It is far from perfect. Controls are like 5/10. Graphics are like 7/10. No real guidance on puzzles however it sure makes you feel smart when you figure things out. what a ride of a game. I can see why people don't / won't like the game, but it is a super memorable experience for me. I can't wait for his next game.

[@ScotlandSlag]

Here's the problem with expectations. Everyone seems to think that the longer you wait for a game the higher the expectation. So because we've been waiting since 2009 automatically this should be above and beyond what we were expecting it to be. WRONG, this is not the way to think about this, in the trailers we saw a boy and a giant beast growing together, learning, and solving puzzles. This is exactly what the game is, all the extended time this took was do to unfortunate circumstances, but the game remained the same, if you( You being the general public) are disappointed by this game, then you hyped yourself into believing it was more than what was shown. A charming puzzle game about a creature and a person forming a bond, with intricate A.I. and a lot of jumping and climbing. I love this game.

[@kayleneraber2529]

I love this game, I really really do.... but here's my thing... There are certain parts that are overly complicated for absolutely no reason. When you die, you have to press buttons to respawn. I am currently stuck in a tree & have been trying to figure out how to get out because apparently swinging &/or wiggling isn't enough. This game is stunning, it truly is... but it could have been a tiny bit more simpler in some parts.

[@jcsimbulan8395]

Was the atmosphere and story immersive?

[@gameranxTV]

yeah

[@FilthyPeasantGaming]

Like, seriously that's the one important thing about these games and it was not even mentionned in the video...

[@jeffthefighter2263]

The sound in the game is extremely immersive, and also the way Trico reacts to your environment really helps with the immersion.

[@hotloleyn]

That's the point, the inmersive relationship with Trico is there and the scenarios beatiful like spect and is great, but the story?

[@stephaniekneeland6113]

"Story" is a pretty bold word to describe what happens in the game. I didn't feel that there was much story for the vast majority of the game, just puzzle after puzzle.

[@PrimalKevYT]

To me this is one of these games that i'd rather look at on YT then actually play it

[@lukehull915]

Let me guess, your creature friend dies at the end.

[@TheAkamoe33]

Flopp Mann nope I would tell you the ending but no spoilers

[@marcus-bob]

is it a good ending?

[@TheAkamoe33]

Yeah it's a amazing ending

[@leahhull3358]

He doesn't die c:

[@cassiroler]

Flopp Mann Not dead. Just severely hurt.

[@davidbenjes7701]

I've just finished the last Guardian and loved it! The down side, is the feeling that a bit more play testing could have removed many of the frustrations that break up an otherwise engaging experience. There's some parts that are not intuitive at all. Ledges you can't climb on, routes that are hard to see - puzzles that use rare or completely new mechanics. Combined with a difficult ( albeit adorable ) Trico meant I was stuck in areas and puzzles which when completed left me feeling annoyed rather than elevated. Some examples were... Spending 15min trying to get Trico near a clearly defined and well lit ledge, to find I couldn't climb it, and the correct path was a small pathway that looked like background. A tunnel underwater that was impossible to find. A wave mechanic only used once in the game. A see-saw mechanic only used once in the game. Getting turned around by similar looking gates, so thinking the correct path was back tracking. Leaping into space a few times due to the camera/controls. Pretty much anything Using Trico's tail. Finding routes only by just sitting on Trico and letting him wonder around for 5 minutes. This Game is glorious, and that's why its few flaws are oh so painful.

[@uttblackboard]

I still feel sad for killing all those Colossi in Shadow of the Colossus...

[@JDkn]

So basically, what I’ve seen, if you’re soulless or don’t like animals you will hate this game

[@98maplestory]

I wonder if this guy even likes anything? I dont think he dose

[@deeps.]

That's what makes these reviews better than any other reviewer. He gotta point out the flaws of the game He wouldn't just say "oh shit guys, this game is awesome buy this"

[@tweetug3697]

That why he one of the best reviewer to go to for buying big pricy games.

[@gin4580]

Or you can watch way better reviews by ACG

[@tsuyuhane4337]

What are you talking about? He does point some of the aspects of The Last Guardian that he likes. This is what an honest review is, by pointing the goods and the bads. I think he does like the game, but not enough to hype about it.

[@verymuddymantis162]

What are the Killstreaks?

[@MW3InfectedROCK]

VeryMuddyMantis 1 5 kills is mutated dog/ bat 7 kills is Allah Akbar shrine

[@verymuddymantis162]

MW3InfectedROCK Heavens yeah

[@thefrontendfiend]

what is MLG weed?

[@sovietninja6865]

VeryMuddyMantis 1 corny asf

[@aaronnava836]

"Forgettable"... Did you even beat the game? My thumb is not on the pulse of gameranx with this one. The Last Guardian is one of the most memorable gaming experiences I've ever had the privilege of being a part of.

[@MonsieurGilbert]

i literally cried for 15+ mins when i saw the endings, if something is unclear or alot of things are mysterious you will find out in the end, and the game wants you to progress by exploring, the story was literally breathtaking, no joke. i almost couldnt breathe properly of how much i was crying

[@ArmanZaidi]

i have to play now

[@MonsieurGilbert]

@@ArmanZaidi Dude, I forgot this game existed, thank you for remind me of this gem. And i still stand by my 4 year old comment, its such an amazing game. If you invest your emotions into this game you are guaranteed going to cry.

[@kringekevthegamekat]

@@MonsieurGilbertI’m trying to figure out why I waited so long to play the last guardian on my PS6

[@TERRAXX31]

PS3 dominates PS4.Free online,more game for your money,better games,longer games etc. Sony got greedy F sony and F PS4.

[@rc-pb6bp]

TERRAXX l can't say I disagree but im still not disappointed with my PS4 purchase.

[@InsaniaTHEGREATONE]

Yeah ps3 is by far better

[@pedrolamas3961]

TERRAXX l We'll see once this cycle is over

[@threestacks9025]

TERRAXX l ps3 was the shyt

[@TERRAXX31]

Raphael Loves You Fair enough i am at the moment.The only descent games i have kept in my collection is fallout 4 uncharted 4 and sniper elite 3.But everyone has different taste some will like it more than others.

[@brucemcneill6224]

I just got this game (finally). Big fan of the previous two and I’m not disappointed at all. Trico really feels like a giant dog and I actually feel like I have a relationship with him. I’m about a quarter done and I really don’t want it to end. It’s not perfect yet I know those imperfections will long be forgotten and the moments this game gave me will be remembered long after I finish it. Thank you team Ico for all your hard work.

[@snoopy1588]

Can people actually play the game before making a statement

[@xxx_mlgsmekwednoscoper_xxx8001]

I have it and it's boring as fuck.

[@snoopy1588]

XxX_Mlgsmekwednoscoper_XxX ok thats ur opinion but i think most people just judge without even playing the game

[@xxx_mlgsmekwednoscoper_xxx8001]

True. I mostly see in the comments "Oh, this looks boring as hell." without playing. This game isn't for everyone, if you love calm, beautiful games then this game is just for you. But I usually like action games with a good story.

[@creat_yve]

Yeah and pls also this crap gameranx should say only things he know very well. He doesn't know that this game was made for the PS3 and he even doesn't know that this animal is an young griffin. I prefer videos and comments from people which know what they're saying. I bet he even doesn't wait since 2009, not like he said, he only know about this game since it where remake for the PS4... I've stopped this video at 3:19, because it is a bit dump, he say things he doesn't know and do like he know the background about this graphic and stuff, but that the team had an hard time doing this, and must remake it for the PS4, since PS3 wheren't used any more... He should delete his dump comments, or remake the comments at the video to say the trueth... At first he shouldn't lie...

[@blue3895]

XxX_Mlgsmekwednoscoper_XxX This game has one of the best stories out there, it also has some incredible set pieces. Did you by chance finish it?

[@juanangelcontreras9072]

Does it evolve into a Grovile

[@Perisher101]

I want a new game like shadow of the colossus where you just take on enormous animals

[@forks3819]

Perisher101 yes. I loved that one.

[@yukariyakumo8300]

Dragons Dogma maybe?

[@JuanZiAmaya]

There's one that looks like that kind of game I can't remember it's name now, let me research.

[@JuanZiAmaya]

Prey for the Gods, look it up it looks dope.

[@sabalghoo]

Horizon zero dawn? Kinda?

[@FunkMcDouche]

I only ever trust gameranx' reviews now

[@gameranxTV]

woah, thanks!

[@CarterHerrigstad]

Me tooo

[@thedooch1]

me too

[@CarterHerrigstad]

Gamers Rad​ me too more

[@gustavobarron2948]

man nice review not like that Marty from IGNorant

[@asifmetal666]

fuck that guy

[@dashdingo-aceit-nixon9738]

I dont get it. Review seemed fair to me.

[@pixel1858]

I had high expectations, and the game exceeded them. Aside from the technical issues you discussed that I agree exist, this game is perfect to me. I love it.

[@ChannahSorensen]

I'm that person who hated the controls of the game. I never NEVER felt like throwing my controller until this game.

[@Tulku]

I hate games that make me feel like that.

[@aylimasmusic6800]

The last guardian is the best game i've ever played on ps4 and perhaps of all time. The reviews have been too harsh and too wrong based on technical problems of camera (sometimes). It's the most believable thing i've ever experienced. if this game came out before shadow of the colossus, people will realize what a master piece it is.

[@thebigman9522]

I first thought it said the final station

[@Sol17862]

is that the game that has the giant robot called the Guardian?

[@thebigman9522]

TrippyApollo 4859 Yeah

[@thecasualgamer5578]

2:22 actually yes they have aged very well. The aesthetics are still beautiful today. The mechanics are a little clunky but always intuitive. Those games are masterpieces in interactive storytelling. Their designs are simplistic but near flawless.

[@brianbeck3615]

Jake thanks for always being honest and straight forward. You give the gaming industry a good name

[@Catfish-for-humans]

It's great game, the reason people hated it because they were waiting along time for it release and they expected it to be flawless game

[@KimchiYeo]

it's a solid game not every game has to be hard these type of games are more for story than the difficulty

[@DiamondDead]

Never understood the hype for this game

[@kegar9899]

Mainly because it took so long to develop.

[@DiamondDead]

Daniel Case No, dude. I mean that huge hype for the game right from the very first trailer from E3 2009, not just the hype now.

[@supeprettyboyswaggin]

DiamondDead because they knew the people who developed it developed some amazing ass games so they got excited for it it's not that hard to understand

[@Linkrudo]

The cake is cold already thats why.

[@Kalypso_Belador]

I don't understand the hype for any game.

[@97dusk]

I'm among the people that hasn't played Shadow of the Colossus. I'm very unfamiliar with this kind of game, but I'm still going for this game for Christmas. I was drawn in when I saw it at the E3 presentation. I've always been a sucker for playing as an animal or journeying with one, and seeing Trico for the first time really drew me in. I'm really fascinated by it and I want to learn more about what it is or where it came from. This is among the few games where I'm intentionally avoiding spoilers because this is something I really want to experience. Sure, the game is definitely not perfect, but it's not a bad game. Sure, there's going to be slow down here and there and the camera isn't perfect, but every game has a few kinks here and there. This is the kind of game that I really think I'll enjoy despite its flaws.

[@MehdiGamingHQ]

Burraku Dusk it's an amazing game , go for it

[@97dusk]

I definitely will, I've been religiously avoiding as many spoilers as possible until I finally get to play the game for myself.

[@97dusk]

@Rhys King I haven't been able to get a hold of it yet, and I only just remembered that I was planning on getting it about a month ago. I just had to drop $600 to get my old fence removed because it was falling apart and threatening to break my air conditioner due to it flopping during windy days. Hopefully I'll be able to get it on my birthday in August!

[@DylanTVz]

I wish they released it for Pc too god i love this game :(

[@keyboardking777]

This was developed by a Sony-owned studio. The apocalypse will happen before they port this over to PC.

[@DylanTVz]

yeah i know i just want to make it easy on myself wishing for it xD

[@keyboardking777]

Dylan TVz And I wish PC people didn't clog up PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo videos wishing/complaining that their games were on their platform of choice. We just don't get what we want in life, now do we?

[@DylanTVz]

well i don't care about these stuff xD i just said i wish it was on pc too xD nope we don't get what we want :3

[@stx6817]

Even Gods , dont get what they want. (PCMASTERRACE)

[@joeywild2011]

Trico: - dog attitude/companionship - rat tail/head shape - bird wings/feet/beak-kind of - weasel neck/body - cat agility Overall he gives me the physical vibe of a rat (but not in a bad way)

[@ArcadianGenesis]

Love it. I feel like people who dislike it have shallow taste in games. If you value artistic elements over technical elements, you'll be able to appreciate the game for the work of art that it is.

[@todeswalzerlevanthus]

I absolutely loved this game, it's so beautiful and so emotional.

[@fallenleaf1777]

This comment section is so cancerous Actually

[@AlgaeEater09]

Wtfs his name? Treeko? As in the Pokemon?

[@Balty_Burnip]

AlgaeEater08 Trico

[@tomasferreira3884]

trico

[@SavagelySylvester]

AlgaeEater08 it's been said in the game subtitles... on the video too... it's trico

[@Will-ng6ph]

Apparently Trico translates to animal in another language, no relation to Treecko the Pokemon (if I spelt Treecko the Pokemon right)

[@teslafoil1505]

You know, with how many Pokemon there are now, it's practically impossible to come up with a name or word that doesn't sound like at least one of them.

[@monkeyeatter91]

I remember how excited I was to play this game years ago. Now I'm like "eh, fuck that. Looks boring." Plus I got so many games to play on my plate right now. (FF15, DOOM, Battlefield 1, Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma, Corey in the House.)

[@mikeokeeffe4692]

I just got this game yesterday- never played any of the games developed by the developer. I remember the coverage of the game on its initial PS3 release very well and always thought it looked brilliant. I bought it for £10 because it was there and I realised i wanted to play it but so I could play it with my nephews, too. PS3 was my best era for games, but having been 12 in 1997 when the PS1 came out they were all great era's. I also bought Need For Speed Hot Pursuit remastered. I had no idea either game had been remastered while browsing through the website. After reading a few comments I'm excited.

[@ourlordandsavioredupes4102]

Tlou 2 before you buy (after you buy and beat 6 times)

[@ultispidey99]

Our Lord and Savior Edupes man this didn’t age well

[@ourlordandsavioredupes4102]

CaptainMoist for real 😭

[@blue3895]

If you're on the fence about getting this one, treat yourself and get it. Haven't been captivated in a game's world, design, and story like this since I first played Half Life 2. Don't get me wrong though, its controls can be a bit clunky here and there, and the camera could definitely use some improvement, as well as the framerate in a few scenes, but everything else is damn near perfect. If you enjoy puzzle games, platforming games, unique and innovative mechanics, and beautiful stories, definitely pick this one up. Easily the best game of the year in my eyes.

[@juicymullet4468]

If you missed out on Shadow of the Colossus, you REALLY missed out on a great game. That game was incredible.

[@MichaSennin]

yea, one of the best of the old console generation.!

[@bvggamer3707]

I found this game for $5 at Wal-Mart. It's an original masterpiece tbh. So sad how these works of art get lost in the forest of carbon copy shooters and slashers. Just started it an I'm in love already.

[@deformemvita]

I just finished playing Last Guardian. Not fair to compare it to Shadow of the Colossus because they are VERY different games. I think it was significantly better than Ico in both story and scale, and was significantly less annoying to play through because Ico is a 12 hour escort quest with a bullet sponge, and Last Guardian is the most incredible Zelda dungeon I've ever played though. Also, I cried at the end... no game has ever made me cry.

[@bubermarcus8607]

tehd3thst4r 'Most Incredible Zelda Dungeon' I second that.

[@348frank348]

i cried like a little bitch at the end of this game

[@gin4580]

Really liking this game so far it's so different with a great story, It's a great game for anyone who can handle a slower and relaxing experience.

[@haychgaming8326]

I just played this and only finished it 10 minutes ago and I can say that it's an experience that I wont ever forget, the way the game makes you connect and feel for Trico is something you dont get from regular games, yes the controls and camera can be a pain at times but I found myself not worrying about it because I just wanted to see this journey through to its end, and the way the credits showed you moments from the journey really hit home the bond you form with Trico during the game, I adored this game and am so glad I decided to dust it off and finally finish it ❤

[@shizniddlesnap3001]

This game is amazing and I recommend it to anyone who likes animals for puzzle games is just so good the controls are finicky as you have stated but the reward for learning it far outweigh the frustration of learning

[@inactivechsnnel]

SPOLIERS I think people hate on this game too much, I pretty much agree with everything you say in this video, i liked hearing your opinion ^^ I don't understand all the complaining about Trico's AI and him being unresponsive, when i played the game he responded beautifully to what i wanted him to do in pretty much every scenario. I think this game isn't for you if you don't have patience, if you bark several orders to Trico at once, he's not gonna have a clue what to do. You need to be patient with him and actually give him a second or two to react instead of telling him to do something else straight after like you would with any animal. Also the controls like you said are very finicky, although the more you play the more you get used to them. I wouldn't necessarily say there were bad, just weird or unique. There were moments when you had to press the left stick left to do a directional jump but you would also move the left stick left to shimmy across the ledge you were hanging from. I think the game could of used the R2 & L2 buttons for some of the boys controls instead of using the same buttons to do different things, it would make things a little more controllable in my opinion since R2 & L2 didn't even have a purpose in the game apart from escaping the suites of armour. My only real issue with the game was the frame rate. There are certain parts of the game (Trico fighting the armoured Trico for example) where the frame rate would drop massively due to something big happening. I play mine on a PS4 Pro as well so i don't know if it is worse on the regular PS4. That's the only issue that bothered me throughout the game. I think the graphics are amazing despite it looking a little outdated like late PS3 era. Overall this is easily my favourite game iv'e ever played despite it's flaws. No game is perfect. Great video too! I made sure to subscribe ^^ The ending though ;-;