Zero Punctuation: Shadow of the Colossus

[Swifteye]

Wow I didn't see this review coming. People are still asking you to review starcraft two? Whoever those people are they got to wise up. Just look at the super smash bros review and they will know it's a bad idea to force him into reviewing something he won't like for simple bias.

 

[CriticalQuit]

Hmm, I wonder if Yahtzee is going to review any more older PS2 games, while waiting for something good to come along?

I would ask for the Sly Cooper trilogy, but between having anthropromorpic animals as characters and just being too easy, I don't think Yahtzee would enjoy it much.

 

[John_Dillinger]

That review was pure win. Im gonna go jerk off my nostalgia right now.

 

[A_Person]

so much win.

 

[siNwrath]

This was unexpected I'll give you that.

But could for once say a game sucks after playing it? Yes we get it you don't like RTS, but how about trying to explain why a little bit better instead of posting insane conspiracy theories about combining all existing genres on Extra Punctuation, hmm?

I don't believe he specifically called out Starcraft 2 for being suck, merely said that he didn't give a toss because it was a part of a genre that he didn't give a toss about, and then proceeded to throw out a bunch of theories why. I don't believe he once mentioned a single conspiracy.

I personally believe that Starcraft was a superior game, and that Starcraft 2 failed to deliver an experience that matches (let alone exceed) the original in any area apart from the 3D graphics, automatching system, and advanced replay system complete with statistics and rewinding. Achievements, and impressive visuals are a nice touch though little else. Most of which either already existed in 3rd party/community support, or in other games, and should be expected or even taken for granted of any modern RTS. I'd love to discuss this further, but I doubt this is the place.

EDIT (this time on topic): Its a pity I don't own or plan on owning a PS2, thanks Mr Yahtzee for shedding some light on SOTC, it looks like a genuinely interesting experience, when its not arbitrary and/or grindy.

 

[scoopsss]

Hating on SC2
[HEADING=2]BEST ZP EVER[/HEADING]

looks like someone got raped by Koreans

 

[HyperEffective]

Wow you really have no idea what Starcraft is all about do you? stop knocking something you don't play

Personally I don't like driving/sports games but I don't walk around judging them all the time. I never expected him to like Starcraft, he doesn't like RTS games so fair do's and honestly if he could find a flaw with the game i'd be amazed

His portal review for example was boring as anything because Portal..... is flawless. It really is

 

[tadaaaaa]

This one looked like it was just gonna fly under the radar, and it's gratifying to see it finally get its just desserts.

I think I'm right in saying this game knocked San Andreas off the top of the charts... Ico was underappreciated, SOTC is old and well respected.

 

[dcdude171]

I have a strong dislike of RTS games as well , but aparently starcraft 2 has a story/ rpg elements which is supposed to set it apart from the rest . im still not gonna play it just because i dont like the genre, its kinda of like if someone says halloweens the best horror movie of all time , if someone doesnt like horror movies there still not gonna like it.

 

[arcstone]

No mentioning of the shadow of the colossus soundtrack being the best in history?

Yahtzee, I am disappoint.

 

[AMMO Kid]

don't knock silent hill 4 its the greatest story of any game in existence, the only game i've played that makes me want to keep playing to find out what happens next.
yes silent hill 2 is good coz its scary but the story is wank.

What about Mass Effect? Silent Hill 4's story was crap in the eyes of all the people I know so how can it be the best?

 

[Mchappyburgr]

This is sad. Purely sad. I won't even watch the video because if Yahtzee is so pious not to review a game that he doesn't like, even though its the most anticipated game of the decade, then he is failing as a critic to deliver.

Shadow of the Colossus everyone has played. So please, make something new, or lost fanbase fast.

 

[Nifarious]

"snip

Excellent responses. This is the first refreshing post I've read on this site since SC2 came out. If you want to practice a bit vs Zerg, message me and I'll give you my ID. I'm low-mid diamond, though I haven't worked back up to that yet in retail.

 

[dcdude171]

does anybody know info of team icos new game last gurdian ?

 

[Macgyvercas]

A good show Mr. Croshaw. A good show indeed. *goes back into fortified underwater mansion*

WAIT A SECOND! When did you get an underwater mansion!?!

Ah well, I suppose it makes sense, seeing as mine is in the centre of a volcano.

OT: Excellent review. I've been meaning to pick this game up for a good while now, and this has convinced me to do it.

No, I haven't played Shadow of the Colossus yet. You may throw rotten fruit at any time. *Braces self*

 

[PurpleSkull]

Great Review!

Now do SC2! No, that wasn't a request. You hate this game so much, i would expect a firework of swears and hate speeches towards RTS fans like me.

 

[Unia]

Is this available for PC? Are any of the "Silent Hill" series or the "Prince of Persia" series, since Yahtzee seems to like them so much? Or do I have to start the cable-switching console nightmare that passes for "easy gaming" nowadays in order to play this stuff?

Prince of Persia series is on PC too, saw the first 3 bundled in a discount bin not too long ago.

While we're on older obscure titles, I hope to someday hear Yatzee's take on Fatal Frame/Project zero. The idea is silly on paper and the protagonist is a japanese cutey in a miniskirt, yet the general concensus is those games are scary with capital S.

Or if you want to get really obscure (and torment Yatzee) how about Digital Devil Saga:
a JRPG (groan) with turn-based battles (ugh) and...cannibalism as major plot element. The main protagonist isn't a teen, though he is suspiciously pretty, on the other hand the damsel in distress is really androgynous. No tediously long cutscenes and the game will hand you your ass within few mistakes. Still plenty to ***** about, just not necessarily the same stuff that plagues Final Fantasy n.

 

[Arrers]

I've always meant to play Shadow of the Colossus, but I never got around to doing so. I think I'm going to regret that, because usually when Yahtzee cannonises a game as one he likes I get sick hearing about it pretty quickly, and end up avoiding it because of the hype.

 

[GundamSentinel]

I can only agree with this review. Shadow of the Colossus has been my favorite game for years.

 

[cosmo_bacon]

<----- my face on seeing a review of a game i have played