There is something in the woods... - Expedition Zero [1]

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[@blufluffya_496]

I think the way the monsters stalk and attack in this game is sooooo good, instead of just approaching with brute force like most games, they stealth and hunt, feels very realistic and creeeeepy

[@YodaIzChaos]

An hour in and the random snarls and spooks in the darkness have me absolutely terrified. Hahaha. I don't think I could ever handle playing this on my own.

[@pheephanatic]

Concentrated pigeon beam! Lol. John the Baptist baptizing Jesus while being blessed by the Holy Spirit. Sorry. Raised Catholic.

[@shahs1221]

I love the use of sheer silence in this game. Makes it all the more uncomfortably realistic.

[@RedAngel63]

And the random snarls and growls makes it super intense too

[@redduskironsky1058]

Its not really realistic. No wind sound, no thunder sounds, some enemies make no sound when you are close.

[@deebee0225]

​@@redduskironsky1058when you are in the woods and in immediate danger it gets deadly silent and you know it's time to run

[@EmbriiFaye]

I enjoyed the unsettling ambiance of the monsters stalking but also the thrill of trying to make sure your healthy/sane given your environment you are stuck in. Definitely a edge of the seat game.

[@Hannah-kr8sd]

Jump scare list for anyone else like me out there... ❤️ 41:31 - (creepy) not really a jump scare but it's the first time you hear the monster shriek. You hear them a LOT but I'll only list the scary moments from now on, so please don't stress when you hear the shrieks/growls/noises otherwise or if Gab shoots at the monsters later 1:19:03 - (jump scare) something is thrown at you out of nowhere, with growls and creepy noises for another 15 seconds 1:28:19 - (very creepy) super close growl, then Gab shoots a monster inside the house and kills it (they move very slowly and aren't very scary) 1:42:11 - (jump scare) shadow monster jump attack 1:42:39 - (very creepy) growling sounds then you're impaled 1:42:58 - (jump scare) shadow monster jump attack 2:01:57 - (not too scary) attacked just as you fast travel, you only hear it Hope this helps, enjoy the video! Also just FYI, there are 2 types of monsters seen: slow-moving human/zombie lumberjack-looking things, and a shadowy/cloaky FAST-moving, flying thing like a dementor after having too many red bulls?

[@Smolblind]

My absolute hero. I can go back to watching comfortably now ❤

[@WhiteKofi]

Hannah you absolute legend ❤

[@thethmooteresa]

You are a legend ☆☆☆ thank you for your survive

[@nodex3292]

1:48:45 Steam jumpscare lol

[@Hannah-kr8sd]

@@nodex3292 LOL

[@RiverSong1218]

I hadn't seen The Thing until a month ago, recommended by a friend who is a connoisseur of horror movies. It's his favorite movie of all time. This gives very much those vibes. "I'd rather not spend the rest of the winter tied to the goddamn couch!"

[@GabSmolders]

One of my favorite movies!

[@RiverSong1218]

@@GabSmolders I have to say the same since I saw it. It's a masterpiece. I love how it never appears in quite the same way.

[@spicybeast1018]

Not only is my name Carson, but it’s the fact that our profile pictures are on the same vibe

[@RiverSong1218]

@@spicybeast1018 hi, fellow Carson.

[@Shibes770]

@@GabSmolders corgis

[@immarissa]

A survival horror game & Gab? Just what I need to start my day.

[@Tazerboy_10]

Yup, it sure is!

[@Hamata68]

@@Tazerboy_10 yup should be an "epic journey" for all of us 😂😂😉

[@Tazerboy_10]

@@Hamata68 😀

[@tahasoomro7465]

so you start your day by watching youtube for 2hrs . and then ??

[@Hamata68]

@@tahasoomro7465 for me it is not starting but unwinding. No need to watch it all in one go. But it's fun and Gab is a great person to watch. Cup of coffee, sandwich and off you go 😂😂👌

[@drianbgar3603]

Hey Gab! The art on 16:07 is a depiction of John The Baptist pouring water on Jesus head to baptize him and I guess the beam of light is a representation of the holy event taking place as the pigeon (Edited: Dove! Sorry 🤣) is god itself in the form of the Holy Spirit. Great vid as always

[@Nyitemare]

nah, Pidgeon confirmed 🤣 i was looking for this comment. Glad im not the only one who noticed

[@philtravis2093]

"The Holy Spirit descending as a dove"

[@sarahchellis9664]

Aren't doves just pure white pigeons?

[@drianbgar3603]

@@sarahchellis9664 that’s why I said pigeon, cause in Spanish we just say pigeon, we don’t have a word for the white ones haha just white pigeon 😂

[@sarahchellis9664]

@@drianbgar3603 lol, nice!

[@sangsteppenwolf4965]

11:47 The Road to El Dorado reference was unexpected, yet appreciated. You're awesome

[@spooksboh6251]

16:08 my past as a kid that was raised catholic and went to art school finally makes itself useful lol the "pidgeon" is supposed to be a dove, which simbolizes the holy spirit and the scene itself depicts a baptism (the concentrated pidgeon beam is water)

[@congaman100]

It depicts John the Baptist baptizing Christ Jesus in the river Jordan.

[@SaaltyBravo]

These types of videos are where you really shine as a streamer; horror, survival, and puzzles. Makes me miss the Outlast days.

[@LilyaEnda]

My Queen!!! Just what I needed!! I'm down with a horrible case of tonsillitis at the moment and I was just about to cuddle up in bed and choose a video 💜 Thanks Gab!! *update* I LIVED 🙌🏻 💜

[@GabSmolders]

Hope you feel better soon!

[@squizzyicetea]

That sucks! Hope you have your favorite hot teas 🍵 ❤️

[@LilyaEnda]

@@squizzyicetea Thank you!! 💜💜

[@kalysian]

I'm 15 mins into the video and I'm lowkey dying inside because she left the doors open 😂😭 THE MONSTERS THO, GAB PLS. I would never be able to sleep like that lol.

[@anondecepticon]

I’m 15 minutes in and paused the video to see if anyone in the comments shared my pain. 😥

[@ins4nutty341]

This is the kind of game I love watching you play gab. It has a deeper story and lore to it just like In sound mind game, when I try to think about it I remember alot of good details to it and Its so atmospheric! Just like this one. Thanks for always choosing the best game to play! Really appreciate it :) I'm not done yet watching this gameplay but I hope you upload a second part

[@embadly]

In Sound Mind was soooo goooood too

[@Lauren-fn2we]

Editing is top notch per usual (the pigeon beam made me laugh) and I’m surprised the game is only $20! It looks cool

[@waterbottles393]

Yeah fr the devs NAILED it with the sense of tension. I mean just from watching my fight or flight response was kicking in real damn hard. Concentrated Pigeon Beam sounds like an Elden Ring spell lmao. Who knows maybe FromSoft will add it in the next patch🤣🤣

[@joyfullyminimal7185]

Those noises were spoOoOoOoOoky. You're so brave 😂 The way they do crafting and resources definitely is a great dynamic to help you stay focused and succeed. So curious about the whole story...🤔

[@desireebreitbeck9306]

Been in a very bad depression rut lately, and have binging your videos all day today. It makes me feel so much better. Thank you for being you.🖤

[@matejadjedovic]

Hoooo... Just when I finished going through the Chilla's Art playlist. Looking forward to a Nancy Drew rewatch though!

[@maliciositygames]

Very creepy with the note about the individual losing their eye. Always unsettling to imagine some entity or virus transforming people into monsters, much like The Thing. I especially liked the design of, as Gab called them, "wraiths." The fast movement and red eyes really do give the feeling of an angry specter or demon.

[@glitchedember3629]

This game is so creepy. I love it lmao Also did anyone see the steam logo pop up for a split second at 1:48:45 ? It jumped scared me 🤣

[@sophiaoeftger6372]

I did!

[@hotjoe-wl8gc]

It is always a pleasure to watch your gameplay vids here on YT when they are edited because of the little animations you put in the intro or between somwhere in the video. Thank you for the new upload Gab and good work. Thumbs up from me again👍👍👍👍

[@bryantallen703]

The module that converts running into energy and heat is a must have.

[@Nimyra11]

Oh my gosh I enjoyed this so much. I never play this kind of survival game because I get intimidated having to manage all the systems but you made it look doable, and the story and setting was so intriguing!! So happy that you might do more, I will be watching for it 👀✨ Thanks Gab!! 😊

[@tacowolf1765]

Interesting, this looks like The Long Dark meets Mist. Always excited to click on a new Gab video :)

[@CharlotteBennett]

Having a really hard, busy time now that I’ve started art school but I’ve started incorporating breaks throughout my day regularly now. My go-to is always to watch the new upload from you! It’s always the calm vibe I need to chill out. :))

[@TheCornDavis]

“i think we’re still freezing but we’re freezing much slower now?” 😂😂

[@2dheethbar]

So glad someone else is playing this other than IGP, which was ages ago. And it's Gab, which is even better!

[@dimwarlock]

16:05 The ritual of pigeon energy concentration on a person over a body of water is called baptism.

[@TimVerhaal]

Hey Gab! I've experienced some insomnia and recently I found out that your videos really help! Don't take it the wrong way, I've noticed that I'm invested and thrilled enough to keep watching, but you have this ease and comfort that apparently helps me fall asleep, especially with scary games. Thank you so much!! As some might say: you are the Bob Ross of horror games. Also I love the fact that you're Dutch, I'm Dutch as well and sometimes you teach me some Japanese, or I can relate to you suddenly messing up some phrases in English 'cause of your Dutch upbringing, which I can completely relate to. I guess this whole comment boils down to thank you for creating a very chill happy place for me 🥰

[@TimVerhaal]

Also: I'd love to have a compilation of you saying "do I have a flashlight???" Hahahaha

[@anondecepticon]

It’s like The Long Dark and Darkwood had a terrifying baby.

[@MaryWilshin]

Pleeeeaaaase play more of this ❤️ I’ve been binging the Nancy videos and saw this too, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it. Would love to see more 😊

[@RiverSong1218]

I caught some of your stream yesterday where you were playing more Carby. 🚙 I'm excited to see more of that. I'm surprised that I knew nothing about that Nintendo character but I've just never played a Kirby game myself and never seen gameplay of one either. I'm going to have to get one now that I'm so invested in this one. I'm happy to see you're still playing indie horror type games in between your regular playthroughs to have a break. These are always really fun. I swear, your content gets better all the time and to think that I first "met" you three years ago amazes me sometimes.

[@LadyBug74066]

I loved this stream!! Can’t wait to watch more of this play through ❤️

[@yellowdevil9195]

Love the fact she attempts to enter an obviously collapsed tent for a while instead of walking a few steps forward and potentially finding a barrel or stove and survive

[@aaronboothproduction]

I really love the crafting in this. It's not breaking any new ground but it's a nice balance of simple but not insultingly simple, if that makes sense. It really scratches that certain itch for me.

[@slowyza3801]

Did anyone else see the Steam logo flash at 01:48:47?

[@AliCatDarling]

I almost fell out of my chair because it scared me so badly lol

[@janastefanin2272]

Is anyone else getting some Stalker (Roadside picnic) vibes from the setting of the game, after all, we are waiting for the sequel? "THE ZONE"

[@Vikki_T]

I have not played this game, but from a survival mindset I would think the downside to leaving a fire on might be it possibly attracting monsters in the area, or causing more to show up. The game does have a nice feel to it, and I loved the hands sticking up out of the ground. It reminded me of a Venus flytrap.

[@menthols4625]

This is a really well-made game, especially for only 20$. My only slight issue is I wish it had a background ambience and audio. I get that the silence is for fear, but it's a bit odd when it's silent during rain with thunder/lightning. Either way, really enjoying this series so far, thanks Gab.

[@medigoomnis]

I really love the little graphics and sound effects you add to things, even like hand movements or stuff. Quality editing! :)

[@themcsonder5513]

"That's what's making those sounds, they're in the trees." *Fortunate son starts playing.*

[@sweepingtime]

I thought that this would be another walking/exploration game, but the survival and RPG elements make it stand out to me.

[@who.lou_lou]

I got halfway through the video thinking the game was call Expedition Zoo 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@boithepumpkin]

Oh thank gawd i wasn’t the only one 🤣

[@watrchik]

The sound at about one hour and twelve minutes scared the crap out of me lmao 🤣

[@evrynameistaken5]

This felt alot like the book roadside picnic, in some regards more so than Stalker's direct inspiration and references to it (in terms of atmosphere and not being predominantly a shooter)

[@serakayle7903]

That Steam logo at 1:48:49 spooked me actually lmao

[@jokkepokke95]

You broke down your gas mask, a battery and all your wood logs when you swapped backpacks 😂

[@shub1957]

But how? She didn’t put them in the printer… I understand she broke down her old back pack, but there isn’t a way to open the backpack, that I saw, so wouldn’t that count as a glitch to just automatically keep the items with the backpack when you upgrade? Doesn’t make sense to me…

[@jokkepokke95]

@@shub1957 yeah saw it later in the vid after posting my comment lol, for some reason the game dropped the stuff on the ground

[@dugoatboy]

49:03 Lmao my eyes were closed when she started reading this and I was just listening. Got VERY confused VERY quickly 🤣

[@harley3817]

the fact that there was a stove and charging point here 34:55, but she didn't mind going back and re-charge even though her character's battery is 50%. bruh moment.

[@afabfelix]

I like this game. Really reminds me of Darkwood, the darkness, the gas, the creep factor

[@LukaxCain]

"bathtub? DAVINKY?" just made me yelp in laughter alkjsdfhs

[@mohammadayaan1407]

The movement scanner would of been helpful if equipped

[@P1ss3dOff99]

I’m so glad I found your channel! Your style of playing is really fun to follow and your storytelling is great. Thanks!

[@IzumisChild]

Not closing your door in the beginning, esp before sleeping was scaring me the heck out tbh. Not sure if it matters, or you can but I'm of the mind better safe than sorry. XD

[@cenally5074]

the moment you saw the field of wiggling arms is the moment i knew i'd love this game lol

[@caramac7636]

Pigeon Beam!!! 🤣 What a great video. I must say, even when horror games scare me, Gab has a way of making them fun too. What a gem!

[@Ajlez]

"...concentrating the pigeon beam onto his head" ... This is making me think much harder than it should be.

[@bumbinelson]

"Burn the whole house down for heat".. I mean, that's one way to do it.

[@shaliekk]

"Heat up, lil boy" she says this so cute

[@vampcaff]

i'm convinced every streamer lives in the same condo complex. same rooms, same lay out, same interior design. im greatly looking forward to someone coming along and changing up this outdated aesthetic.

[@prestonfazende3594]

You should play the Forest with Sean it’s a pretty fun survival game.

[@bleh329]

Gab knows what it is.

[@xriss1335]

This game reminds me of The Long Dark I think gab would really enjoy the story version of that game

[@EmperorZod01]

Lol I really appreciated the El Dorado reference

[@calebbraun7238]

Instead of dragging items to the printer, you can left click and hold the item then it should transfer over to the printer.

[@Greenwood4727]

at first glance it looks and feels like Metro Exodus/Stalker games, with a few others added to it.. Chernobylite for example, I have done some 7 days to die

[@magebabe7613]

This was really cool. I saw some of it before, but watching it this time I got to understand the mechanics and what the game wanted you to do, whereas before it seemed really hard (with heat specifically). I think it's probably hard to make a survival game interesting (to watch at least) without a bunch of enemies but they seemed to pull it off. Looking forward to seeing more!

[@youhandle10]

i hope the devs make it multiplayer so i can watch my favorite streamers play this together

[@Eeeeelly]

This was soooooo fun! I cant wait for the ending! 4 hours of unboxing sim and only 2 hours of this though! Are you holding out on us Gab?! 🤣🤣 much love as always!

[@dawsonjosiahwilliams]

The, "What're ya buying" res evil 4 throwback was great. Almost forgot about that guy. "What're ya sellin?"

[@hardin34]

I used to live out in the middle of the woods and let me tell you that silence is very real and just as unnerving in real life. It is just so... unsettlingly silent. I have always hated it. It makes me so anxious.

[@RiverSong1218]

Up until the last 15 minutes, it was The Thing. Then it was Ash Williams with his boomstick: Shop smart. Shop S Mart.

[@angelariley5163]

im stoked for her to play the next until dawn episode

[@tasma3]

These are fun to watch. This game I feel should end with it turns out you are hallucinating and actually killing workers thinking their monsters. That would make this all pretty cool.

[@loganyes1241]

1:48:49😂 “this tent should have everything we need... random frame of the STEAM logo

[@oh_noski]

Really hoping for this to turn into a series, so cool!!

[@Thoricsuperman]

So happy I found this channel I love scary games but most gamers make it hard to watch. You make it a fun experience.

[@TalenynWren]

Watching with an ice storm outside really adds to the immersion

[@katmustang7666]

"But, red means danger, doesn't it?" Well, if John Wolfe has taught me anything, it's definitely that.

[@justinnelson2075]

This was a lot of fun to watch, I hope she plays the rest of it.

[@lokeyacolyte2145]

This was fantastic, pleasantly surprised as it really seems to deliver and nail its premise so well!

[@nymjones2415]

The part at the beginning when you were hiding from the lights reminded me of we happy few with the army camp lol.

[@embadly]

I don’t feel like we’ll be getting more episodes of this game & if we do, it’ll only be a couple more. And that’s unfortunate cause it seems like good game, even moreso, a game that gab would enjoy 🥺 but i feel like since the necessary time played has been hit for the sponsored video, it won’t be played again. Fingers crossed tho!!

[@chuffyart1940]

Im just 16minutes in and the game reminded me of darkwoods with the crafting, needing light, the creepy abandoned house, the fact there is something killing you in the dark and am loving this game so far! Still early in the game so my comment might change Lol

[@dolcegal100]

Establishing save points makes me think of The Forest and how you have to build a sleeping spot to save at 🤔

[@Damian-ei4bt]

A horror survival game, something to look forward to🙆‍♂️

[@boithepumpkin]

I think the sounds among the shrieks are flapping wings, i was hoping she look up rather than just behind her.😜 when she was chopping the weird trees with the blue glow in the vein graveyard, you can see the tip of something’s wing above her, and when she was at the outpost turning off the candles while being attacked by what i think are wraiths, there was also a giant wraith above her 😆 looked like the edges of a torn cloak like that of a dementor from harry potter.

[@jesmiscellaneous8938]

I just finished the Unpacking upload yesterday. And just when I was wondering what next to watch this pops up fresh! Yayy

[@z-beeblebrox]

Gotta love weird video game logic, like "If you put on a gas mask, you can't use your flashlight" lmao

[@GabSmolders]

I think cause it’s a headlight maybe?

[@madisonmaria1536]

Beautifully made game, please make this a series!

[@scottphilippi2743]

The fact the monsters can take 3 shots from an 1891 Mosin Nagant rifle before going down is scary.

[@angelpuppyy4906]

'' I had to do it to em' '' That saying sounds ~vaguely~ familiar

[@BillsFan2024]

Nothing I enjoy more than a nice calm horror game + narrator. Cute laugh as well.

[@ratheonhudson3311]

The crafting completed sound is so satisfying

[@roisinhart]

*concentrated pigeon beam* 🤣

[@MrEdolsian]

Reminds me of Chernobylite. The inventory Ui resemblance is so similar. It's also a very good Indi game that I've enjoyed. This looks very fun too. Thank You Gab

[@lilfoxpaws2914]

Ooooh i love the vibes of this game!! it's like a mix between Pathologic and Fallout

[@quinncy.]

started watching and already lost my shit at the pigeon beam😂

[@christophercarter2228]

the photo in the cabin with the bird is a depiction of the baptism of jesus

[@angelaoldham6421]

Watching this on an acid come down and it’s so cosy 💕💕

[@ratheonhudson3311]

16:13 he's protecting his friend from bird poop. Good friend

[@tohka3347]

It’s funny when you panic right when you get trapped by your surroundings 🤣🤣sweet gameplay gab!👍🏻keep being awesome🤠✨