Living Another Life in Stardew Valley (Cause this one Kinda Sucks)

[@razbuten]

leah best girl, don't even bruh

[@HeavyEyed]

Raz is right

[@undiscoveredpie5611]

'Leah' is a weird way to spell 'Abigail'.

[@wizawhat]

Honestly tho, Linus above all

[@undiscoveredpie5611]

@@wizawhat Amen.

[@Adustus]

There is no doubt that Leah is indeed the best girl

[@Vailskibum]

I played Stardew for around 10 hours but I feel like I only scratched the surface. Literally never knew about some of these backstories, but the game is one of the most relaxing I've ever played. incredible video

[@wizawhat]

Thanks a lot! It's a great game

[@CheeerriOH]

I'm finally digging into it now that split screen coop is out and I'm 35 hours in and I still feel that I'm just getting started. Love it.

[@iamerror]

I feel like the character arcs in these games (like Shane's) are more pointed because of the time in between scenes. You might have to wait days or weeks in in-game time between the evolving story, which makes you pay closer attention and anticipate them much more.

[@wizawhat]

That's a great point I had not considered!

[@Cinnacal]

Never knew that Stardew Valley covered mental health so that was interesting to find out. Yet another reason for me to play it and not keep the game on my backlog. Great video by the way! Discussing mental health and its portrayal in media is so important, and I don’t see it talked about in games enough.

[@wizawhat]

I agree! I really appreciated how Stardew handled it because it's super subtle and easy to miss. I think that makes the impact much greater

[@taxevader674]

This is such good content, honestly you have inspired my to replay this game, and for that, I thank you.

[@wizawhat]

Yay! So glad to hear that!

[@Darkfry]

Simply amazing, this is your best video.

[@Zoltiboi]

Heavy agree

[@wizawhat]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!

[@Weighty68]

Holy shit, Wizzy. This was some next level stuff. I haven’t gotten to picking up Stardew and/or staking a claim in said Valley yet, but now I am more intrigued than ever. The commentary on the horrors capitalism you brought up for even a mere second and how that later reflected, in part, on Shane’s story, helped put into perspective some of the palpable feelings I come across myself as I just listened to all this toiling away at my job. Finding just one slice of life in the midst of all this turmoil finally bubbling over is luckily something I have found in the relationship with my girlfriend and the games I am ever so slowly crawling through tightly sidled between work and school. With most of my friends having moved away and meaningful human connection seeming ever rarer in person, it’s good to discover these perplexities being covered in games acting as a mirror into our own lives. Phenomenal work and thanks for even more inspiration in getting my own writing going to eventually make powerful pieces as profound as this one.

[@wizawhat]

Damn, I can relate to a whole lot of this. My relationship has helped get me through all this a ton just like yourself and it can be hard to come by that face to face interaction that is so crucial for your well being. Thanks for the kind words and it makes me really really happy to hear this has inspired you!

[@gelfrecs]

Fantastic video. You have moved me by how gently you talk about Stardew Valley.

[@undiscoveredpie5611]

This was really touching, you did a damm good job.

[@wizawhat]

Thank you so much!

[@ItsFreakinEthan]

Holy crap dude! Amazing video. You expressed just about everything I've felt about this game for the past several years, but couldn't put into words. peepoClap

[@wizawhat]

THANK YOU ETHAN!!! GOSU STARDEW STREAMER!!

[@Weird_One_]

As someone who actually really tried once to commit suicide but went too physically and mentally weak to actually do so, Shane's character is done perfectly. This video was perfect. Thanks for shedding light on all of this.

[@wizawhat]

I'm glad you're still here

[@lincolnisnamedlincoln]

this video has 0 dislikes, and it better stay that way

[@raph2550]

Sadly, it will now

[@lincolnisnamedlincoln]

@@raph2550 lol

[@evanonline8409]

Congrats on hitting 1K in the next few minutes. Well deserved!

[@beatrizpedrosa4459]

This video made me cry to be honest. I feel like I haven't yet gotten close to a lot of the characters, despite having played the game on and off for a year, but I did got close to Shane and Linus and they are have been my favorite characters since the beginning. I am sending this video to my best friend, who just started to play Stardew Valley, in hopes that she also begins to befriend the characters, since she hasn't shown any interest in it up to this point

[@wizawhat]

Shane and Linus are two of the best for sure. Thank you for sharing the video, I hope you both continue to enjoy Stardew!!

[@beatrizpedrosa4459]

@@wizawhat Thank you!

[@mossgoodlass8439]

Please don't stop making videos these are too good to put down

[@wizawhat]

I've been really enjoying making what I am making now, so I don't plan on stopping anytime soon, thank you!

[@NLSniperLordNL]

First time I cried like that for a youtube video. What a beautiful video man!;

[@blumstein3468]

Thank you for sharing your personal experience in an engaging way. As the pandemic left no person untouched, I was, perhaps, affected in a manner that seems silly compared to other people. I retreated from my duties as a son and as a student. I retreated from the world and spent a year shirking from my responsibilities. I was ashamed yet unwilling to change. I read fiction and played games while avoiding homework and lessons. I'm plenty afraid of starting that one step to catching up on what I've missed and fixing all that my procrastination broke. This video helped me come to terms with my own demons and problems. I thank you for that. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your content in the future!

[@wizawhat]

Damn, thank you for sharing your story. I think you need to give yourself a little more credit, you've already shown me you have a clear understanding of what's troubling you. The first step is realizing there is a problem and I'm glad my video has helped you come to that conclusion, but it's one you still had to make! I wish you the best of luck with getting your life back on track, thank you! 🙏

[@NotThairapy]

I am so happy that Razbuten suggested other youtubers like him to watch. This is an amazing video and only seeing about 600 people watch this is quite sad. I have put 70 hours in the game and mostly only fished and got a wife in the game stopping after that. I didn't know what I missed and it was quite enjoyable to watch other people play the game the way they like to. I barely scratched the surface of the game. I love the game and have suggested it to many people but man I have not stayed to long on it. I want to experience it with another person though. So its not just my experience its a experience that me and someone else share. Amazing video man keep it up.

[@wizawhat]

I hope you find someone great to experience this beautiful game with, thank you so much for the kind words. Perhaps in the future it will find more attention!

[@ginko2692]

Came here from Raz, staying for you. Excellent content. Subbed and belled

[@wizawhat]

Hell yeah, appreciate the bell!

[@raioh4747]

they are two completly diferent games but Dark Souls also makes me feel similar to stardew, seeing the characters struggle against their own issues in a very real manner, dealing with similar themes of depression, overwhelming responsibilities and human connections, all while engaged in a gameplay that actually feels meaningfull and both leave me encouraged to actually live my life

[@wizawhat]

Yay that's great! I really loved Solaire and Siegmeyer's character arcs in Dark Souls

[@BadmanReviews]

Loved it Wiza! great video made hard topics to talk about but you did it really well

[@wizawhat]

Thanks Badman! Glad to hear I did it justice

[@AwfulPossum]

Bruhhhhh, one of your best videos! What a wonderful time and thank you so much for this Mr. Wizawhat! making me wanna get back in Stardew Valley ToT

[@wizawhat]

Yay! It's a perfect time to get back in cause a huge update was just released!

[@VZed]

I think i put off watching this one cause i knew if i did i would need to start a new Stardew save immediately after... and i may or may not be doing just that right now... This is a lovely video. Lots of empathy from me in this as i had a similar experience at the start of the pandemic. Thanks for this video. It provides depth to a game i already love and makes me realize how much of it I still haven't experienced yet.

[@wizawhat]

Thanks Alec, it's crazy how much content is in that game, and not long ago it got a huge update that includes the island area I showed at points during this. I hope you get to check that out, it's a ton of fun!

[@definitelyhooman7939]

You summed up why this game means more to me than I could put into words. Thank you.

[@aidanfleming7229]

This is exactly what happened to me with animal crossing. And I also went back to stardew valley! Great stuff here. You’re gonna blow up soon I already know it keep it up.

[@wizawhat]

That's so funny! I wouldn't be surprised if there were a lot more like us, thanks for the kind words!

[@sreyas2386]

This was a really thoughtful analysis.. I really enjoyed your story and related to it. Your video in itself was a nice break from reality, and also inspiring too. Thank you for this video! I should pick this game back up!

[@phaelox]

That moved me, thank you. Really great video! And might try this game now.

[@wizawhat]

Thank you, definitely give Stardew a shot, it's an incredible game!

[@lukeclifton4816]

This video is incredible man, I was genuinely surprised that you only had 8K subs. Keep up the good work. (Also leah best girl)

[@ThatCrissCrossGal]

Getting meta and watching this video while playing the game! Happy birthday ^^! Awesome work.

[@wizawhat]

That's the best way to do it! Thanks Criss! :)

[@thenewusama]

The dislikes are the guys who.... oh wait, there are no dislikes!

[@freagle1075]

Stardew valley has a special place in my heart

[@tamtamdoodles2200]

Maru is best girl. Also thank you for such a thoughtful commentary on one of the best games out there. Stardew Valley is the game that made me dive deeper into video games and holds a special place in my heart. It's a place to escape when the reality of life is just too much and I agree with so many of the points you made here! Can't wait to see more of your stuff :)

[@wizawhat]

Hell yeah another Maru lover! Thanks a lot for the kind words!

[@Bulbassador]

Really glad to see that your other videos carry the same quality and feel! New to your channel and really loving it!

[@raine8400]

What a great video! I absolutely adored harvest moon back then and fell in love instantly with stardew valley. It's everything I wanted harvest moon to be.

[@wizawhat]

Could not agree more!

[@soupedkid13]

And you sir have convinced me to get this game, thank you

[@obbya3767]

I hope you get more subscribers soon, have a wonderful time making content and playing theese games.

[@MrHammers]

Great video!

[@wizawhat]

Thank you!

[@MoonSpiritChannel]

Whoa, seeing what happened to Shane in this was dark. It's good to see such a character be given some spotlight on mental health issues. Maybe it is time for me to try Stardew Valley.

[@wizawhat]

Try it out dude! It's easily the best its genre has to offer

[@QuestingRefuge]

Great video! Found this interesting because I have a video with an opposite conclusion in why Animal Crossing was what I needed even though I never play these sort of games. As a disabled person, the idea of anything is possible as one person just doesn't sit right. I want a sense of community which I feel Animal Crossing allowed with a shared island. Somewhere I don't have to do it all.

[@aquaarcher3324]

This was a really great video man, I just got into Stardew a week ago and now I’m even more excited to play it. I didn’t know it was made by one guy ether, and the thing with Shane really hit me as I’m dealing with that too, now I don’t hate him as much. Keep making good videos man I’m definitely subscribing!

[@paypercutts]

Razbuten bought me here. Great vid mate! Subscribed

[@editedmemory7579]

Great video! I tried playing the game but couldn't get into it, but it's good seeing how deep it goes and hearing someone's story about the game. I'm curious if you've played the game Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice? It deals heavily with mental illness as well, though in the form of psychosis rather than strictly depression.

[@wizawhat]

I've not played Hellblade but I've heard nothing but good things about it. Perhaps I should put it on my list?

[@TheLadyOfRagee]

Becuase of the other KZbinr you now have 7.67k DAMNNNN (great video btw)

[@strain42]

Abigail is best girl. But yeah, Stardew Valley did SO much right, that even the upcoming Story of Seasons launching next month actually feels like it's taking a lot of inspiration from the game. I'm really glad this game was able to be a place of comfort for you during an insane year. I know I definitely went back to it more than once throughout 2020. P.S. I disagree with one thing in your "mediocre Harvest Moon" list in that I actually thought Animal Parade is actually one of the better games in the overall franchise.

[@HawaiianHercules]

Beautiful video!

[@jugbandbluesz]

I probably can’t get you to see this but immediately upon hearing the mentality of stardew valley over New Horizons-I knew city folk would be perfect possibly. I love city folk for the Wii, and you can play it on the WiiU obviously. It’s a much more down to earth game with way more goals and sense of progress than New Horizons. I know it has the same team as usual but it’s really a fancy Minecraft almost.

[@jugbandbluesz]

Animal Crossing City Folk is the most engaging game I’ve ever played. I’m a bit biased, the Wii is just the ultimate experience for a plethora of reasons. But seriously, as an adult I find myself playing city folk more hours than I do super Mario Galaxy.

[@wizawhat]

Don't worry, I see all the comments :) I'll keep that in mind regarding City Folk. Don't see people talking about it very often. It's most often overshadowed by New Leaf.

[@jugbandbluesz]

@@wizawhat I think like any game, it’s visuals and unique traits from other games in the series, brings a new experience to the same name. I really enjoy the music specific to city folk. I also just prefer how it looks way more than every other game. I love going to the Roost (oh the music is just unmatched) and Seeing K.K. on Saturdays. The credit scenes have the cutest animation sequences. I just can’t explain how much this game was overlooked as you said. There is a lot that 2008’s AC offers that people would really like. I know people play it, but sale wise and even talk in the community, doesn’t reflect the beauty of it’s design and programming. Obviously liking a game is subjective though, but I know there’s people who would be lesser likely to play it than may not realize how much fun it could be for them.

[@yumidarney]

Came here from Razbuten and this video is awesome! I loved playing Stardew Valley and ended up with Shane, because his Story is so horribly real. But you actually made me get my DS again and play Harvest Moon Island of Happiness, since its my favorite HM of all time and I will try not to be offended by you putting it in with the worst HM Games ever xD

[@wizawhat]

Admittedly, I included that list not because I personally feel those games are mediocre, but because they lack the legacy and impact of the originals. I just don't see a lot of people talking about Island of Happiness so it's entirely possible it's a great game. If you regard it as your favorite I'm sure there's some great stuff going on there and I don't want to minimize how important it is to you. Glad you enjoyed the video and glad I've found another Shane appreciator!

[@Simplytempo1]

This game is honestly insane

[@sleepybear654]

Finally Maru gets her recognition as best girl

[@Charlie-cq5mb]

This is a great video it needs more views

[@wizawhat]

Thanks Charlie!

[@Charlie-cq5mb]

@@wizawhat you have amazing editing skills and I love how you appreciate the characters as much as I do. (I've had a similar experience, playing ACNH so much I burnt myself out and then suddenly... I started playing stardew, a game I never really played longer than an hour. But once I picked it back up, I couldnt put it back down )

[@wizawhat]

@@Charlie-cq5mb ahh thank you!! My editing skills have been a work in progress for years so I appreciate that! I think what's cool about the characters is exactly how I stated it, they're super underappreciated because its understated how deep and interesting they are! Glad you're enjoying the game dude!

[@Gracosef]

Awesome video I loved it 👍

[@wizawhat]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@iamssmrt5298]

Everyone is talking about Leah vs Abagail, when we should talk about Alex vs Sebastian.

[@wizawhat]

Alex is pretty underrated imo

[@iamssmrt5298]

@@wizawhat yup, he’s my favorite.

[@slamarchy]

Here from Raz, the paper bag has good taste.

[@CheeerriOH]

Hot Take Alert: Pierre wants Jojamart gone so that he can reclaim his monopoly in Stardew Valley. I joke (kinda). The characters in this game are beautifully fleshed out, flawed, realistic people. You know how you said that everyone was initially cold when you meet them? Imagine in today's society actually just going up to a stranger to strike up conversation. I would struggle so much with that. (Although the random weekly gifts isn't exactly realistic). Everyone is a bit weird and things take time, which SV nails unlike so many other RPGs where you can become best friends after one conversation or a favour. Shane's feelings about working a retail job are 100% realistic and affected me and others I worked with. One thing I find interesting about the game too is its possible to fall back into the min-max capitalism mindset that causes your character to quit their job. Spending all day running all the chores in Year 1 caused me to not see any of the other characters for a couple of weeks. It took me a little while to accept that becoming the no1 farming billionaire wasn't for me because "why wouldn't you want to make as much money as possible". Anyway, enjoyed the vid mate. Thanks for the upload.

[@wizawhat]

Yeah I'm definitely one of those min-maxing players LOL but I can't help myself sometimes! I think another thing that's great about this is the fact that once you complete the community center, your next goal isn't super apparent. It's what caused me to catch my breath and engage with the other parts of the game I was neglecting

[@Redtreevortex]

Sorry I’m a bit late, love the video though!

[@wizawhat]

No problem 😊, thanks redtree!

[@neok1yte494]

god tier video man, you just emptied my already empty wallet

[@peterpeters7060]

nice video

[@wizawhat]

Thank you peter peters

[@lincolnisnamedlincoln]

i dont care what anyone says, penny is best girl