Journey is utter brilliance

[BehattedWanderer]

I'm inclined to see what it is, and your post has swayed into the "sooner" rather than "later" side of things. Is there a demo, do you know?

 

[00slash00]

For me it's different, because i live in country where console gaming hobbie is very expensive indeed. New games cost 80-85$ so i can't write-off game length when i play 80$ for a game i need games to last (good for me that i like J-rpgs and they are long!) So people here tend to have different mentality about game length (very important aspect for me). That's why i can't justify 1.5 hour for 15$. Maybe i will pick it up in a year or so, once it on sale.

i can understand that. i mean i dont want to come off like im trying to force you to get it or anything. i just really loved the game, but i respect your decision. but if you ever see it on sale for a price that seems more reasonable to you, i highly recommend it (and im sure a recommendation from someone you have never met, in a completely different part of the world, means a lot haha)

 

[Korten12]

Edit: Nvm, the engine is made by Sony but some games that use it are multiplatform. Though I also believe Journey is part of an exclusive deal.

OT: I might get it... It looks really good. Would love a Playstation Vita version, it says the engine it uses supports the Vita.

 

[00slash00]

As you may or may not have noticed, I like Okami. The game is gorgeous and oozes character with an amzing sountrack to boot.

Journey is my new Okami, it is gaming in it's purest form, it isn't trying too hard to be 'artsy', it isn't pretentious and it doesn't overstay it's welcome.

The 'multiplayer' is implemented brilliantly, appealing to our desire for companionship, but isn't essential. In all my years of playing videogames, I've never had such an emotional attachment with a stranger before, an experience shared without passing a single word.

The game looks gorgeous, the lighting is brilliant and I've never been so impressed by sand. The whole time I was in the desert, I just felt warm, while the snowy mountain was unforgiving harshness, me and my companion, huddling together, wondering if we'd get through this.

I wasn't following this game, I went in with no expectations and was rewarded with a truly brilliant gaming experience.

This isn't a review, just my opinion of the game, so feel free to share your thoughts too. If you have a PS3, you owe it to yourself to pick this up.

You won't be disappointed.

i played it today as soon as i got home from work. as soon as i finished it i wanted to play it again. i dont think i have ever played a game that has been so worth the wait. when i first met my companion i was kind of bothered that they were there. i felt in competition with the person for some reason, even though they can do nothing but help you. as the game went on i found myself comforted by their presence and by the end i felt upset and almost nervous any time they werent nearby. its amazing how strong a bond i felt with someone who i couldnt even talk to.

.....dammit, i need to go play it again

 

[Itsthefuzz]

I wish I had a PS3 for Journey and a few other titles. Alas, I cannot play it though for I have no PS3. Okami was great though, my lady friend asked me what character she should draw just to practice and I pointed out Amaterasu.

Spoiler

 

[ace_of_something]

It looks great I'm hearing nothing but good things. Maybe I'm a cheap bastard but I'll be waiting a year or so for that $15 price tag to drop.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

As you may or may not have noticed, I like Okami. The game is gorgeous and oozes character with an amzing sountrack to boot.

Journey is my new Okami, it is gaming in it's purest form, it isn't trying too hard to be 'artsy', it isn't pretentious and it doesn't overstay it's welcome.

The 'multiplayer' is implemented brilliantly, appealing to our desire for companionship, but isn't essential. In all my years of playing videogames, I've never had such an emotional attachment with a stranger before, an experience shared without passing a single word.

The game looks gorgeous, the lighting is brilliant and I've never been so impressed by sand. The whole time I was in the desert, I just felt warm, while the snowy mountain was unforgiving harshness, me and my companion, huddling together, wondering if we'd get through this.

I wasn't following this game, I went in with no expectations and was rewarded with a truly brilliant gaming experience.

This isn't a review, just my opinion of the game, so feel free to share your thoughts too. If you have a PS3, you owe it to yourself to pick this up.

You won't be disappointed.

i played it today as soon as i got home from work. as soon as i finished it i wanted to play it again. i dont think i have ever played a game that has been so worth the wait. when i first met my companion i was kind of bothered that they were there. i felt in competition with the person for some reason, even though they can do nothing but help you. as the game went on i found myself comforted by their presence and by the end i felt upset and almost nervous any time they werent nearby. its amazing how strong a bond i felt with someone who i couldnt even talk to.

.....dammit, i need to go play it again

I actually went through a very similar experience.

What? Who is this person and why are they in my game? Followed by some competition, like racing to the bottom of the sand dunes etc.

Then when we got to the rock dragon things, I felt a need to keep close to them, both of us sharing the same cover from it's gaze.

Then on the mountain, huddling together.

It was just, amazing.

 

[Raggedstar]

I was going to buy Journey today, but I left my wallet in my locker at school. That's what I get for wanting a muffin. Been waiting for the game since I first saw it in 2010. The price is pretty steep for a 2-3 hour game, but it's just so enchanting.

Though funny you said that Journey is your new Okami, since Okami is my favourite game. We shall see. Indeed we shall see.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

I was going to buy Journey today, but I left my wallet in my locker at school. That's what I get for wanting a muffin. Been waiting for the game since I first saw it in 2010. The price is pretty steep for a 2-3 hour game, but it's just so enchanting.

Though funny you said that Journey is your new Okami, since Okami is my favourite game. We shall see. Indeed we shall see.

It's my Okami, in the sense that it has a very appealing aesthetic and some unique mechanics, brilliant music and very unlikely to be bought by the 'CoD crowd'.

It never forgets that it's a game, *cough*DearEsther*cough*, and the companion mechanic is just a brilliant sociological aspect to the game.

Also like Okami, the game isn't pretentious, it's very...

Humble.

 

[The Pinray]

It's titles like this that make me wish my ps3 hadn't died on me... :'(

I have my tax refund coming, though. More than enough for a ps3. Thank goodness they're so cheap nowadays.

Been waiting for this game for awhile!

 

[AyreonMaiden]

You know, I have a PSN card sitting at home and my girlfriend really wants to get Journey with this. I might play it eventually but right now that brand of minimalism in gameplay is the last thing I'm looking for in a game. I might just be content with watching my gf play it.

I do adore the artsyle, though, and makes me crave an HD Wind Waker.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

You know, I have a PSN card sitting at home and my girlfriend really wants to get Journey with this. I might play it eventually but right now that brand of minimalism in gameplay is the last thing I'm looking for in a game. I might just be content with watching my gf play it.

I do adore the artsyle, though, and makes me crave an HD Wind Waker.

It's actually not that minimalist. Some of the environments get really detailed.

 

[AyreonMaiden]

You know, I have a PSN card sitting at home and my girlfriend really wants to get Journey with this. I might play it eventually but right now that brand of minimalism in gameplay is the last thing I'm looking for in a game. I might just be content with watching my gf play it.

I do adore the artsyle, though, and makes me crave an HD Wind Waker.

It's actually not that minimalist. Some of the environments get really detailed.

Oh I meant in the gameplay. I've avoided media on this game, but lately I saw a clip of gameplay from a review, and it felt like you just sorta walk until Poignant Things For Which You Draw Your Own Conclusion happen.

Are there puzzles and stuff that kinda make the traversing interesting?

 

[Daystar Clarion]

You know, I have a PSN card sitting at home and my girlfriend really wants to get Journey with this. I might play it eventually but right now that brand of minimalism in gameplay is the last thing I'm looking for in a game. I might just be content with watching my gf play it.

I do adore the artsyle, though, and makes me crave an HD Wind Waker.

It's actually not that minimalist. Some of the environments get really detailed.

Oh I meant in the gameplay. I've avoided media on this game, but lately I saw a clip of gameplay from a review, and it felt like you just sorta walk until Poignant Things For Which You Draw Your Own Conclusion happen.

Are there puzzles and stuff that kinda make the traversing interesting?

There's quit a bit of platfforming, some amazing flight sequences and you get to shred it down a sand dune through a huge lost city.

It's still a game, no need to worry about that.

 

[AyreonMaiden]

There's quit a bit of platfforming, some amazing flight sequences and you get to shred it down a sand dune through a huge lost city.

It's still a game, no need to worry about that.

That's comforting to hear! I'll definitely play it in the future. I'll let the gf have first go at it when I get it this weekend.

 

[Rabid Toilet]

Just finished the game. Wow. Worth every penny.

As far as the price tag goes, really? Don't you people ever go see a movie? $15 for 2-3 hours of entertainment is not that bad. Especially when it's the kind of experience that will stick with you forever.

If you are even remotely interested in games as art, if you enjoyed games like Okami, Ico, and Shadow of the Colossus, you owe it to yourself to play this game.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

Just finished the game. Wow. Worth every penny.

As far as the price tag goes, really? Don't you people ever go see a movie? $15 for 2-3 hours of entertainment is not that bad. Especially when it's the kind of experience that will stick with you forever.

If you are even remotely interested in games as art, if you enjoyed games like Okami, Ico, and Shadow of the Colossus, you owe it to yourself to play this game.

Just played through it a second time.

Damn.

Just damn. This game is beautiful.

 

[Juan Regular]

Played it last week the second it was released for psplus users and I was blown away. Easily one of the most meaningful experiences gaming has to offer.
And I know that the 15 dollar price tag might be a bit steep for some people, but it really is worth it. I´ve played through it four times now and it just keeps getting better.

 

[Rabid Toilet]

Just played through it a second time.

Damn.

Just damn. This game is beautiful.

I'm going to have to do a second playthrough pretty soon. For my first one, I actually had my internet turned off. I wanted to experience the game without any outside involvement. I was worried having other players showing up would ruin the feel of the game.

From the sound of it though, that's not the case. It seems like it really adds a whole new dynamic to the game, which I still need to experience.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

Just played through it a second time.

Damn.

Just damn. This game is beautiful.

I'm going to have to do a second playthrough pretty soon. For my first one, I actually had my internet turned off. I wanted to experience the game without any outside involvement. I was worried having other players showing up would ruin the feel of the game.

From the sound of it though, that's not the case. It seems like it really adds a whole new dynamic to the game, which I still need to experience.

Oh man, totally.

It's an amazing experience.