The Thing PC Game Review

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The Thing is a 2002 third-person shooter survival horror video game developed by Computer Artworks, published by Black Label Games, a publishing wing of Vivendi Universal Games, and distributed by Konami for Windows, Xbox and PlayStation 2. Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance versions were also planned, but both were cancelled early in development.
Set as a sequel to John Carpenter's 1982 film of the same name, the story focuses on Captain Blake, a member of a U.S. Special Forces team sent to the Antarctic outpost featured in the film to determine what has happened to the research team. The game was endorsed by John Carpenter, who voices a character in an uncredited cameo.
The Thing was a commercial success; selling over one million units worldwide across all platforms, and received generally positive reviews. A sequel was in the early stages of development, but was cancelled when Computer Artworks went into receivership in 2003.

[@Larry]

Nice to see a proper review of this game for once, so many people think this is a terrible game because of Spoony's video. But you must do Alien Resurrection on the PS1 sometime G.

[@Mekboy_ComputerMonster]

Didnt the dude also say the Effects in the film where outdated by today? I know Each is to their own, but that got an Eyebrow raised from me.

[@Taraka1]

Larry Bundy Jr he was absolutely right though. I have played this game and I think it's worse than even what Spoony said. Especially on a console since the PC has a few other perks.

[@loopyloon5401]

I don't think the game is bad, but it seems to have aged somewhat. Personally, if I was going to make an interactive adaptation of a horror story based in paranoia, I wouldn't have made it a shooter; I'd have probably gone for something along the lines of a point-&-click puzzle/mystery/visual novel, taking into account how important the player character's interactions with the other characters would be to getting past obstacles while also being mindful of who you find yourself siding with, lest you find yourself cornered by the Thing. If I couldn't incorporate a random infection element into the game I'd probably give it a branching story, so the characters you find yourself siding with or suspecting will determine who gets infected & who makes it to end. But shooting the Thing works too.

[@jagannathbarman6712]

Larry Bundy Jr I loved this game. The ammo was abundant, yet there was tension, which is pretty hard to pull off. The controls are meant to be clunky, as it's a horror game.

[@lelop2770]

WHY THE FUCK DO I SEE YOU EVERYWHERE

[@MandaloreGaming]

That intro was so good. Glad you covered this since The Thing is a pretty underrated game even though it's definitely janky.

[@sjlacayo]

I loooove your channel and your reviews too!!! :D :D :D

[@doctoradventure413]

I wouldn’t mind to see you cover this game too

[@Rangernewb5550]

Glad to see you sharing the love Mandalore

[@tumate45]

MandaloreGaming So when the colab is gonna come? :D You always have short cameos from other content creators in your videos, why not Ggg?

[@noop9k]

this game is mostly crap, though the premise and intro are good. And yes, I played and finished it on PC many years ago. Could be so much better..

[@LemonHCP]

John Carpenter is still alive....

[@RAFMnBgaming]

You think that's John Carpenter, but is it?

[@elinfini]

That's so meta...

[@goateye6596]

I laughed my fucking arse off

[@WindFireAllThatKindOfThing]

He came to chew bubblegum and kick ass. And he's all out of ass.

[@SPARTANTROOPER]

@@agbrenv I think it's a reference to a tweet Rotten Tomatoes put out saying something like "John Carpenter would be 70 today, here are some of the films he would have enjoyed" for John Carpenter himself to respond saying that he's still alive.

[@CriticalNobody]

I really like The Thing game but the one aspect that always bugged me was the nature of the The Thing. In the game, it's played like a zombie virus, something you can be infected with and not know it. But in the movie, it's not like that. The Thing kills the original person and takes their form. It's a disguise. The alien knows it's an alien, it's just pretending to blend in.

[@noop9k]

Critical Nobody Yes, he is praising this crappy game but doesn’t really understand that the thing is.

[@jasonorriss]

Yes I also didn’t like that about the game. It was ok as a shooter but I don’t think the developers really understood what the Thing was. The Thing would assimilate you so it could assume your identity and work in secret. It would only burst out if it had been discovered, but in the game it was more like something that would gestate inside you and burst out once it had finished growing (like the chestburster in Alien)

[@noop9k]

Jason Orriss Well, I even finished this game so yes, it is not THAT bad. Yet I was very angry about the fact that it took great source material, did a few things right, but they did not even understand the main subject of the game, completely wasting the potential. Was it so hard to read a short story? Yes, they added the blood tests, but you almost immediately understand they are fake. Also, as a shooter it was often boring, repetitive, frustrating. They were given top quality ingredients yet produced a barely playable shallow medocrity. Imagine if they really had werewolf-like politics going on in your team, with some members attempting to secretely murder other while you are not looking. Imagine blood tests having a chance to immediately cause a mini-boss fight. Imagine discovering sci-fi weapons and gadgets crafted by some of the things, etc etc.

[@jasonorriss]

noop9k That would have been amazing. I think the game should have been set in one location (like the early Resident Evil games) and had a central cast of characters (about 10-12 of them). You could then grow attached to the characters, and start to question their actions if they started to behave oddly. You could have some characters initiating a mutiny, while other characters could sabotage your efforts by leading you down dead ends, then you would actually have to question whether you could trust those characters and if you want them on your side. So many opportunities squandered in favour of a simple run and gun game.

[@noop9k]

@huy gamer Obviously. I never found them useful during my playthrough :(

[@DrearierSpider1]

Wow, this game really is dated. They don't even charge you extra for the manage your body heat survival mechanic.

[@JustinQuinn623]

comment of the day

[@LucasGodzilla]

Too real XD

[@kpjlflsknflksnflknsa]

I long for a time when 3rd person shooters didn't also have you snap into cover thereby removing all tension from combat.

[@livingbeing1113]

Right! Good old days...

[@AC-hj9tv]

$9 for a thermal suit upgrade

[@DJEchoPetro]

Isn't John Carpenter still alive?

[@Gruntvc]

Yes, we lost George Romero & Wes Craven.. :(

[@Anex952]

Genome Soldat and tobe hopper

[@ironpanther9409]

I was able to meet George before he passed away

[@Kris451]

Wait... John Carpenter isn't dead.

[@gilgamesh310]

I was baffled by what he seemed said there.

[@TadejVig]

He probably confused him with Wes Craven.

[@Dega88]

TadejVig Or George Romero.

[@MadIvano]

Dega88 Or Carrie Fisher.

[@kellinsykes5135]

Dropkick Chainsaw Or Jason Bourne.

[@TheEncounterMusic]

big fan of your channel AND this game...but John Carpenter is not dead lol.

[@danenagai1157]

The Encounter yeah, I almost panicked when ggg said Carpenter was dead. Glad it hasn't happened.

[@noah4374]

lam nguyen I had to search it up to make sure he was alive.

[@AbuHajarAlBugatti]

Oooh that pleasures my ears! Swiggity swooty, I'm coming for his booty!

[@jordanritchey5526]

He probably got him confused with Wes Craven

[@redsyrup1138]

The guy is tough as nails. You can hear the effects smoking have had on in him in his DVD commentaries. He's also a gamer. Last I heard he was playing Destiny 2.

[@raymondstpaul4913]

They should do a remake of this game.

[@denimschaffer9439]

Well this aged well

[@PsychoPlissken]

2024: Nightdive Studios: cough... cough... Me: Evil Grinch Grin gif

[@GENIUSGT]

9:43 Carpenter is still alive, you spoony bard.

[@coolgreenfrog1]

I remember playing this on the xbox original, one of those games that scared the shit out of me, so many unforgettable memories, i love this game, thanks for taking me back in time Gggmanlives much love! x

[@hosebeefstick]

the adaar Real classy dude. I like how you can't spell "boobs" correctly, either.

[@joseph2000117]

indian meme

[@gungster911]

Loser's Club its a meme calm down white knight

[@TheMASTERFURIOUS]

@the adaar. stay classy.

[@hosebeefstick]

gungster911 I just thought it was douchey, not trying to be a "white knight." I'm still not convinced that they're actually a thing; you can't bone through the internet, you know?

[@InfernalMonsoon]

The Thing by John Carpenter really is a horror masterpiece and is probably up there as my favourite film ever made. The themes of paranoia and distrust towards others who are possible monsters wearing human faces and the idea of said monsters probably not even knowing what they are until its too late really elevated the monsters to all new levels that no horror film has achieved before to my knowledge and the designs are wonderfully grotesque and fucked up which is always great imo. I like the game a lot but I've never finished it, I remember the first boss being a total arsehole and the enemies being incredibly tough even when on fire but I do want to give it another bash at some point down the line. Makes me wish they made another game with the idea of multiplayer and having people infect other players through subtle contact like the film did in mind, there's a ton they can do with the ideas of the film but it'll probably remain as make believe.

[@joshupew]

Although I haven't seen The Thing yet, a movie called Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) comes to mind as a movie with a somewhat similar element of paranoia and familiar faces turning into foes/an unknown entity. It's a black and white movie, but I still think it's very much worth it to watch! Might have even been an inspiration to Carpenter, who knows :P

[@thegamewin100]

I know it is always so much fun to rewatch over and over again I love it best horror movie ever

[@livingbeing1113]

The Thing from 1982 is the greatest sci-fi horror movie ever made, no doubt in my mind, and in my personal top 10 or 5 of overall films. With today's capabilities of consoles and PCs they can make an incredible game on it, building on this underrated gem from 2002. Maybe from an indie company, since these days the so called big names are putting out a lot of garbage and overpriced messy games.

[@Rykiz_Vidz]

Def one of my favorite if not favorite horror film ever made even to this day. It still scares me, especially the part where they actually see the first guy get infected as he runs out in the snow and falls to his knees looking at them with black eyes, elongated fingers, and sharp teeth as he let's out a chilling scream and they burn him. Gives me the chills that scene, and that's still right near the beginning. At that point you know the movie is going to be scary af.

[@frost4101]

Give "Cold Fear" a try!

[@MoistChungus]

Frost loved that game, only picked it up because play n trade didn't have a copy of re4 and recommended it

[@SpecShadow]

This and Devil Inside Or From Dusk Till Dawn game (yes it exist, no idea if it's good or not tho)

[@frost4101]

I remember watching my father play because I was too scared at the time, I might pick it up and play it for good.

[@Doomreb]

Speaking of Cold. I wouldn't mind seeing a review for Cold Winter. A pretty good PS2 era FPS.

[@SpecShadow]

I have some hazy memories from that game, long time since last playthrough. Wonder if it still holds up And Darkwatch while we're at it

[@13stooge]

I remember when Spoony reviewed this game back when he was still making videos. And back when his head wasn't so far up ass due to his ego.

[@crimsondynamo615]

the game that introduced the fuse box running gag

[@oogieboogiedoogie1]

First Spoony video I ever watched. I was hooked after that. Too bad he's become what he is.

[@johnnysparkle]

Who’s here because of a remaster in the making?

[@spandel100]

👊

[@honkhonk1555]

You serious?!?

[@MidTierVillain]

RIP JOHN CARPENTER I KNOW YOURE RESTING IN PEACE.., ... in your mansion, because you’re still alive, healthy, and wealthy. GmanLives forgot to fact check, forgive him.

[@timothyryan8983]

He's just written the "final" Halloween movie. That's a start.

[@artyshmunzuk5435]

Back in time this game scared me shitless, but i just couldn't stop playing until the very end. Unforgettable memories. What a gem of a game

[@ScarScream]

This was one of my favorite games back when it came out. Why can't we get games like this anymore?

[@hmm8445]

It deserves a remake

[@ScarScream]

@@hmm8445 That would be awesome but I doubt it happens..

[@BADC0FFEE]

wtf, John Carpenter is not only alive, but he's also touring the states with his band

[@thewiseguy9864]

Dammit, you gave me a heart attack when you said Carpenter was dead. Don't do that to me.

[@sunnyjim1355]

Why, is John Carpenter your dad or something? Grow up ffs.

[@BrunoSantos-jp1lv]

@@sunnyjim1355 Ok, Mr.MaTurE, your comment can't tell me what to do, because I can't read!

[@AIeNaz]

Its the game not irl

[@muhammadnauval5917]

0:04 vibe check

[@LonghornsLegend]

The concepts here were way ahead of their time. Some of these ideas still haven't been replicated, for when this game was made it's really impressive. I still go back to this game on my og xbox

[@Pbmarron]

My friends and I played through this several times over the course of a few weeks when it first came out. Lots of sleepovers staying up late playing this, scared out of our whits, while munching Hostess powdered donuts and guzzling Mountain Dew. The early 2000's were great.

[@eivindgjengstjohansen9625]

One thing i never understood is why were there so many dead bodies, in each level? What was the point? Was it whitleys employees? I always tought, that it had nothing to do with the movie, but realised that Whitney released the thing virus at the camps.

[@btvcast]

I just rebought this recently. Been meaning to live stream it. Btw. John Carpenter is still around I'm going to see him and his band at the end of the month. The thing is one of the best films he's made. That and in the Mouth of Madness are 2 of my favorites.

[@MrLaggan]

Beyond The Void Horror Podcast same both are great examples of Lovecraft horror done right.

[@drhfuhruhurr1899]

WTF... no dlc, no season pass, no micro transactions, no lootboxes.... just a finished complete game to play? 🤔

[@billysutherland5890]

We call those kind of games GOOD GAMES

[@Casanuda]

@@billysutherland5890 wrong, we called those GAMES. The other stuff makes it a casino or milking machine, not a game. EA hasn't made a game in five years.

[@alexradice8163]

Play a good game lol

[@Dickkickem460]

And they were playing a sequel which looked really good, but it was canned halfway through development, there was a little mini documentary I remember watching it was a few years ago but it was pretty informative

[@retr0cat866]

@@Casanuda EA doesnt make games they are publishers

[@ControlAllDa1337]

Had this for PC back in the day. Amazing game. Absolute forgotten gem.

[@arcticridge]

that's no dog..

[@uverpro3598]

John Carpenter is still alive.

[@ZachFett]

In case you're not aware, there's a mod out there that makes the infection completely random and only spread on contact with infected individuals. It can fuck up missions that require engineers or other certain people, but it's pretty good.

[@TheWeebinar]

This game is one of my favorites of all time. Interesting ideas and I love how it fits into the narrative of the movie. On a recent playthrough of it I found it to be a lot harder than I remember, especially the sections dealing with descending into and ascending out of the weapons lab toward the end of the game.

[@sanctifizzle]

Thanks for finally reviewing this game... as a kid I was a HUGE fan of this movie. I followed the development of this game as best I could in PC Gamer magazine and got my dad to buy it for me when it released. I loved it and still do to this day lol

[@dariusbielecki1985]

"John Carpenter RIP"... wait what?

[@ThatDangBee]

Refreshing to find an ACTUAL review of this, it's not really that bad. The Thing is pretty much my favorite movie and has been for ages. The practical effects in the movie itself made it almost scarier today than it was back then since everything is CG now. Great video.

[@ctgslayer]

You scared the hell out of me with that “Rest In Peace” after you said John Carpenter.

[@ORLY911]

I LOVE this game. One of my favorites. I've beaten it so many times. Really happy to see people notice this little gem again. Imagine if they made an updated version with the features they planned to include?

[@bartercardinal]

Did you see it’s getting remastered?

[@ORLY911]

@@bartercardinal Indeed i did! Wow this is an old comment haha. Yeah the remaster is looking quite sharp, and it does appear they may be ironing out some of the games rougher aspects (trailer showing the first boss, with a squad going in instead of just you solo, so perhaps full mechanic changes to that). Hopefully some updates or a mode that adds more randomness to the infection mechanic, but will have to wait till its out.

[@bartercardinal]

@@ORLY911 yeah I’m sure it’ll low key be a remark over a remaster, and will be upgraded more than just graphically!!

[@SenselessStreaming]

Need to get around to playing this. Thanks for the insight as always!

[@robbygoodale]

Just rewatched the movie, still holds up

[@Al-pv8gb]

By far my favorite reviewer. Your channel is up there with Gameranx and Downward thrust in terms of bringing excellent video game criticism and journalistic reviews to youtube. Definitely throwing you some money on patreon.

[@AC-hj9tv]

Mortismal is good too

[@jellyman1303]

I watched The Thing after seeing one of the practical effects they used. How on earth could they say it was bad it was the most realistic effects I've seen yet.

[@Gggmanlives]

Whoever said it was bad?

[@babalonkie]

After extensive blood testing and monitoring of squad mates through multiple playthroughs... 90% of infection is not scripted... all your team can get infected and it happens after they are hurt by a thing (% chance)... however being hit does not guaranty infection. A infection can actually prevent progress if you need a certain speciality in your squad mates, however the devs always made sure there are multiple of that class in the level or the squads mates needed don't get into contact with a thing until not needed. I would happily take a remake or new The Thing game.

[@PootisMayo]

*Insert Sonny Jims related comment here"

[@ronikessler5652]

John Carpenter, rest in peace? He's still alive!

[@markw.loughton6786]

John Carpenter R.I.P. ? he is still very, very much alive lol 😆 Can I just say though, I really enjoy your vids, and it did bring a smile to my face lol.

[@nunyabusiness4404]

kickass review. Picked up this game for my PS2 definitely gave me some "Cold Fear" vibes except icy isolation and dread VS watery depths of isolation and dread. as I read through the tutorial on the menu I was surprised and getting hyped about the level of detail with the squad mechanics. It was very unique especially for a game coming out of 2002 and the 7th gen of gaming. I agree whole heartedly on the issue with the health status and lock on reticele. as well as how a single patch of fire can kill you. The PS2 version doesn't even have the ability to free aim in 2nd person like you did. Its either lock ( which means your crouching alot). Or going in stationary FPS view ( you can lean around corners in this view as well).

[@eivindgjengstjohansen9625]

Yeah the ps2 version recieved more criticism

[@DefiniteRicardo]

I remember buying this for the ps2 expecting something like Halo CE, I slept with the lights on for weeks

[@Nadhriq00]

I still remember i was pleasantly suprised i could covertly run this game smoothly on my parent's pentium 2 pc back in the day. Fun times.

[@MrPrajitura]

Remembering the time I played this game, I can actually feel the anguish I was experiencing at the time. The immersion this game managed to achieve is hardly rivaled, especially when you consider it's basically ancient right now. This and Blade of Darkness really are 2 forgotten (if not all too popular to begin with) masterpieces.

[@milesipka]

This is arguably the greatest horror game ever released on the PS2 (Manhunt is second best) and just like the Carpenter film is a masterpiece. This is also my favourite game. BTW Carpenter is also IN THE GAME HIMSELF (for those who don't remember) - he's badass with a shotgun and a great medic. Also notable is that the game takes place six months after the film. Oh and I actually liked the 2011 prequel - it's best appreciated when watched along with the original in one hit. Personally I completed my third run-through of this game (& taped the footage on DVD) on my 36th Birthday this year (2021). Awesome game.

[@PlayMOARZLEAGUE]

Great review, I love how you segued into talking about how great the film is. I just love the film so damned much I cant help but gush about it too whenever something related comes up in conversation about it too.

[@VelvetSky1102]

there is game called Cold Fear whic is heavily inspired by The Thing but instead of antactica your stuck on ocean liner, check it out its pretty good

[@Helghastdude]

Cold Fear only had one flaw: The camera. I ended up constantly moving around in Aim view

[@WriterPlaysMTG]

“Rest in piece” he’s still alive even now

[@guswindsor8842]

Mac wants the flamethrower. He wants the WHAT???

[@ZERO-MH7]

One of my favorite games. There is a open container outside of the lookout tower you can put most of your companions in so they wont freeze or despawn and they also wont change into the monsters. Great way to stockpile your medics and engineers

[@eivindgjengstjohansen9625]

Wow i never knew

[@quinnwhiteley1096]

Also John Carpenter, I do believe, is alive.

[@Rilyn666]

It is so nice to hear somebody give this game a bit of praise for a change :)

[@a.g.m8790]

The Thing is 1 of those amazing old movies that do more than just hold up imo. I think they're literally better in terms of atmosphere, cinematography and even visual effects than most the new shit that comes out now. A couple of my favorites are Terminator 2, Alien and Aliens, OG Mad Max, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, TGTBATU, that Pam Grier movie where she killed hella dudes in the cabin and... Toxic Avenger lol. Also maybe this is a personal thing but I think since beginning the use of *heavy* cgi in films that they've severly diminished in quality. Especially horror/scifi movies. Like I said tho that's my own biased opinion as I hate cgi with a fucking passion

[@neliz8]

Best creature ever.

[@johng6565]

Top 3 alien creature designs (no particular order): Alien The Thing Attack the Block

[@Soundwave04]

So many playthroughs of this game, found it so much fun!

[@ComfySal]

I just finished the movies both original and the later prequel and went online to see if they made a game, sure enough they did, want sure if it's any good as I look at a few mainstream critics I get the notification for this video. What are the chances!

[@MovieHeretic]

Actually Carpenter's movie is considered a remake of a previous movie, though Carpenter is far closer to the original novella "Who Goes There" by Campbell I think, might be wrong on the author. For the record enjoyed the prequel as well.

[@Pay2pray]

MovieHeretic This guy is correct! I recommend everyone to read that book, short and simple... and very spooky

[@mugenakaghost666]

Idk if anyone is gonna read this in time but if you didn't already know, as of 6/6/2024, Nightdive Studios is set to reveal The Thing Remastered tomorrow 6/7/2024 on IGN Live, God is so good

[@Dimitri9511]

But John Carpenter is still alive... hes even going to make another Halloween film.

[@JoeyJoJoJoestarJuniorShabadoo]

One thing that kind of deflated the tension is that eventually every NPC becomes a thing and attacks you. So there really are no surprises on that end.

[@thegorygeek6859]

"...John Carpenter's 1982 horror film masterpiece..." and with that, subscribed! Great review. Loving the videos.

[@El.Duder-ino]

A masterpiece game even in 2023, somebody like Nightdive Studios should do a full remake.

[@1247theGreatest]

Is this the game that made George Brossaurd want to include snow levels in DNF?

[@CheapHitman94]

Yes.

[@Spartan300001]

Honestly, it's dated, but even this video makes it look surprisingly effective as a horror game. The level of gore, the visual design of the creatures, and the so-to-speak choreography of how they charge you down halls and their movements is legitimately horrifying even in a KZbin video more than some horror films. Definitely gives a proto-Dead Space vibe.

[@Snapshot_the_Mad_Hatter]

Hey Gman, Did you hear about the Remaster?

[@dr.loomis4221]

So happy NightDive is handling it

[@flibbernodgets7018]

My dad rented this from blockbuster at one point, but I had no idea what it was. I watched him play it and I remember the graphics looking really good in that weird way that nostslgia tends to smooth over rough edges.

[@andrybetancourt8142]

Watching this after the remaster announcement.

[@Megaspartan23]

With Night Dive working on the remaster, hopefully they can include a crosshair that changes color when you damage enemies if you choose free targeting, take squad mates with you for boss fights, have your squad mates turn into the Thing at random like the original developers intended, and get Kurt Russell back to voice R.J. MacCready.

[@Maddin1313]

fuse box count +1 *ding

[@nonapplicable8817]

I got that reference :)

[@tropicvibe]

I still have this game for PC in my collection in it's original box and still find it fun. Just wish they'd developed something like this more recently with our new engines and I'm sure it'd be a masterpiece...

[@eivindgjengstjohansen9625]

Then its worth easily 50-70 dollars i would have charged 100 dollars its a rare game a gem

[@reidowen6879]

Mate! You just made a subscriber for life. I never thought in a million years you'd do this review. But here we are. Good vid bro, keep it up. Quality. Boom, Mans hot.

[@alexthorpe2522]

Watching in 2024. John Carpenter STILL alive.

[@POPCATthe3rd]

I can't believe,this is the game that I was searching for the past 10 years.

[@TheAdatto]

I loved this game. The sound of walking in the snow was mesmerizing

[@sagieboi1204]

Damn this game was underrated. I remember the first time one of my team transformed. I was freaking terrified and ended up killing myself by spraying my flame thrower, running around and screaming. Great game.

[@SK-wx6pk]

I always have to watch your videos with subtitles and I don't get all the jokes but I really like your videos and the kind of games you're reviewing. And The Thing is a great film, that's true. Thanks and greets from germany.

[@Javasboi]

Does anyone know where you can get this game for pc? I never finished it on the original xbox and I´ve always wanted to pick it up again and finish the fight

[@TerraMuncher]

There is a copy up on TheIsoZone, if you cannot find a copy to buy. Link: www.theisozone.com/downloads/pc/windows-games/the-thing-usa-3/ Hope this helps, somewhat.

[@Klausinator451]

Javasboi I found one in Cash and culture....ahh shit there's a sale today! I missed it! Noooooooo!

[@tomholt1080]

Congrats on 100k didnt even realize it had already happened

[@shawntipton7398]

One of the best games I ever played, i remember the hype surrounding it when the trailer was revealed in 2002, I remember being so happy when I brought the PC game, it was so faithful to the film and very creepy rather than horrifying, it was all about suspence, the use of paranoia and fear was expertly incorporated. From start to finish, the mystery of the thing and who was the thing remained. Often times, your team would suspect you and each other or simply crack up. Fabulous

[@kilsya1392]

The Thing is one of my favorite movies, and when I was young I thought this game looked great, but after seeing thespoonyone's review I realized how flawed it was

[@zenmastakilla]

That fucktard?

[@kaguraimmortal9131]

The Thing is my favorite horror movie of all time, with Black Christmas as a very close second. I have fond memories of the game, I got it when it came out back in 2002, and it took me a few years to beat it, because I split the gameplay between two ps2s. It was a good game for its time. Looking back my only criticism was regarding whose infected and who isn't. Each and every person that is infected has a pointed in the game where they go from being human to infected. If they make another game, I think who and who isn't infected should depend solely on your choices. Once you got the hang of the sequence, you basically knew who to take out before you walked in the next room. It roomed a good portion of the suspense that the game had me feeling. And the final boss, was ridiculously easy to beat. In contrast the other bosses were much harder to kill on the first play through. Other than that, it was a good game. Definitely underrated.

[@millenial_in_the_middle]

Last time i checked, John Carpenter was pretty much alive celebrating his 75th Birthday this year on January the 16th

[@SGman3000]

Just finished playing the PS2 port. I was definitely surprised by how much I ended up enjoying the experience despite it being a licensed title, although the last few levels kinda dragged on. Fighting the soldiers becomes pretty tiring.

[@Psistarstormer]

Hooh, I remember seeing Spoony review this one way back when. Interesting to see someone else take a crack at it.

[@ewan476]

Not that I'm one for remasters, but I feel this could benefit from it, if only to implement the 'random selection of infected players' mechanic and bring the game to a new generation of players.

[@0ptimal]

Man me and my buddy loved this game when it was new. The atmosphere it had was epic.

[@xRocketzFighterx]

Dude I remember staying over my mates house playing this all night and shitting myself in fear. the dated graphics are hilarious to look at but this is an amazing game at the time and I bet I'll still get some good thrills playing it today.

[@xvnbm]

This is one of the most underrated games ever and one of the best horror shooters. Atmosphere in this game is just awesome.

[@teknomax7883]

I'm so glad I hand picked this game back on second half of the '00s, being a fan of the first film and all. I had a blast and was really spooked while playing it. Totally a gem, despite uts shortcomings, and too bad I have it in Spanish (it is my first language, but I absolutely despise translated games)

[@holyflame2]

A game that despite many flaws still manage to be enjoyable to play. Nice to see a review that isn't randomly trashing it.

[@tammysilverwolf1085]

Man, I loved the movie. So, so much. Botti's creature work got me intensely interested in practical effects, and then when I played the game I was in the military. Spent my entire CQ shift playing this thing. Loved it except for the ending areas, honestly, because it felt so much less isolated and cool and too far future tech-y for me. Everything leading up to it was pitch perfect, and there's a segment where you're going up or down some tunnels on fire (I forget which), that really played well. The fact that I can remember this almost 20 years later speaks volumes. I never touched the game after I got off duty for the day, but I remember enjoying it and the 'other' "Thing" game for the PS-2 called Extinction. Never did finish that one, though.

[@willbelasco]

1. Carpenter is not dead. Were you thinking of George a Romero? 2. The plot is I guess considered canon because carpenter officially endorsed it. This game is so unique in terms of story and how it was made. A game based on a movie from the 80s with a cult following, and a movie with a subtly deep plot that leaves much to the imagination, then have an official tie in that’s actually got a decent plot. Spoony’s review is really funny but it’s not a bad game. I’d say it’s a guilty pleasure. The controls and gameplay are pretty crummy but everything else is really cool. Thanks for reviewing.

[@Vakantscull]

Great game, finally got round to completing and covering the ps2 port for the archives, I'd say in terms of auto aim this game was made with console controls in mind, hence why the difficulty level expands or narrows the auto aim vision cone going from easy to hard. Great stuff!

[@redalwayssus6788]

Aye man I’m not a thing I was at electrical

[@storytimewiththecrimsondm1318]

Man I remember playing this on the xbox so many years ago. I loved the game, even though I did discover a game breaking bug or two half way through. Never beat it when I was younger as it was too challenging. But I wouldn't mind hitting it up again now.

[@eivindgjengstjohansen9625]

Had it to Xbox and pc

[@debanjanroy5428]

Looking back to some old games on your channel really saddened me a lot because the games were really ahead of their time. They had pretty cool setting, great gameplay mechanics, less bugs and glitches on launch and now the scenario is completely different, greedy AAA developers are delivering unfinished products most often without giving a shit. I wish, I could've travelled back in the good old days to relieve the moments again.

[@brunobb1]

Legit one of my favorite review channels.

[@Gronnthabomb]

I remember bashing on you over something you said about a doom mod, but I have to say I'm sorry. I got your attention and you replied which actually made my day, and as I now have respect and adoration for you and your channel I look back at it fondly. I love your reviews and I wish you the best

[@HeipiMandu]

Was brought here due to the announcement of a remaster