5 Games I’ve Started and Never Finished | Neander Meander
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- Looking over a few games I've started, but never finished. These games span from the NES, Super Nintendo, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
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Video game backlogs can feel overwhelming, but I love having a large collection of older games that I still need to play through. My favorite thing to do is make a list of every game I still want to finish, then order them based on ones I want to play the most and how far in I already am. Hopefully you find the time to finish these games, most of them are excellent experiences that I'm sure you'll enjoy!
That’s a great way to approach a backlog! I think I might just do that! I plan on making a follow up video with an update on how much I enjoyed them. I’m sure I’ll like them once I give them a serious play through.
That’s such an organised way to do it! I just look at my shelf and 3DS home screen and decide on a whim which new game I feel like trying lol
Just play what you're in the mood to play. I go between different "seasons" for a the lack of a better word, in which I feel like playing a certain genre. I played tons of retro FPS games earlier in the year. Then I felt like playing Metroidvanias. Now I'm into JRPGs. That's when I finally played Xenoblade Chronicles, which I bought at release, but I haven't played it until recently, and I loved it.
Don't force yourself and just play what you feel like. You might be surprised in the future when you revisit some of these games again and actually get into it.
I like the way you worded this. "Seasons" is a great descriptor! You're right, if you're not in the mood for a certain game or game type, you're probably not going to enjoy it.
I LOVE Zelda 1!! It’s extremely underrated and if I wasn’t so tired right now, I’d give a little comment essay describing all of the amazing things this game did, like how well designed it was for the time and how open it was!
I know it’s a good game, I just can’t seem to get into it myself. I’ve watched people play it and I really like that! It’s amazing what Nintendo was able to do with the first Zelda in 1986!
As soon as I saw this video pop up I was like “YES!” Love this topic!
I try to watch through our backlog of videos from oldest to newest and I got sick so I’ve finally getting back to it!
Great video!
Ps- I have tried to play through Mario 64 on the switch and I feel the same way!
I hope you're feeling better! I have so many game I could have put on this list. I'll probably make another video on the same topic. I'm surprised by how many people haven't finished the games I listed. Specifically Mario 64! It's crazy! I thought I was an outlier.
There are some games it's hard to go back if you haven't played those back in the day, due to mechanics or simply because of your game tastes have been spoiled for other more modern games, and so on.
I play RPGs mostly and some are really thug to engage nowadays and keep hold of my attention for 20/30 plus hours on when there are plenty other games in the backlog to burn thru.
One gotta keep a delicate balance to stick with.
Well said! Maybe I should have you write my scripts
@@NeanderMeanderlol, vids are pretty good man. Keep em coming!
Those NES titles while being regarded as classics, even though I have beaten them, are pretty much excusable for not playing or completing. The Zelda titles were considered massive when they dropped on us, but most of the elements of those games have been carried over into other games of the series. I feel that only those who like to be brutally challenged by NES games should play them, especially if going without a walkthrough. Super Mario 64, yeah classic too, have beaten the game, but have never gotten every Star on both N64 and DS. Just never really felt like the reward for the collectathon was worth it. I have always felt that one should definitely be playing what they enjoy, and need not worry about what every one else plays.
I like the philosophy. Which is why I've never gotten around to finishing any of the games on my list. Though, I was having a great time while capturing the footage.
@@NeanderMeander I am definitely not against trying titles I have not tried, but definitely also feel like if the game doesn't immerse you into it after a certain point like the first half hour for example, it just might not be the game for me.
@@collectingonthecheap56353 I absolutely agree with what you said! There's no point in wasting time on something you're really not into.
I recommend Super Mario 64 DS on a 3DS. its just the form factor that makes you more likely to pick it up again any time anywhere. The lower resolution seems to fit the smaller screen better and playing as different characters gives it some variety, instead of itsa me mario, again.
I am trying to play thru it on switch 3d all star - the n64 online one is way worse. I am distracted by many other games on the switch but i made it past the upper door, so I might also finish this version eventually.
I picked up Mario 64 years ago, but I've actually played it. I probably will pop it in! Thanks for the advice!
I didn't spring for the Expansion Pack on the Switch. If they fix some issues, I'll definitely buy in. Until then, I'll either play the ports/remakes or the originals on their respective hardware.
i played sm64 ds on 3ds because i thought it is similar to odyssey. and it is correct.
i enjoyed it the most. why am i so late in playing sm64. one of the greatest after odyssey
Dude! Totally agree with you on BioShock. Loved the first and could not put it down. 2nd one I had to push through 3rd didn't even bother with. You make a lot of great points and I'm in the same boat as you. The fact you know it is a great game but just something about it just doesn't pull you in. Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart is my latest game I don't care for but I know it's good. Love you dived into this topic. Great video! Also I'll never beat Zelda 1 and I don't care to ever beat it.
It was a fun topic to dive into! I'll probably do another one in the future. I haven't played Rift Apart. It looks like it would be something I would like. Maybe I'll try it out soon. I have a PS5 coming my way.
LOL - same here. So many games on this list mentioned and on the BRoll that I have purchased & started multiple time and never finished. I did however force myself to beat Super Mario 64 on the N64 prior to attempting it on the Switch’s 3D collection (small steps)- Currently attempting to finish some key games from the GBA, PS1, PS2 and OG XBox collections that I never managed to finish regardless of how many times I attempted to do so previously…let’s just say the latest releases on the Switch/ PS4/ PS5, XBox One/ Series X are not helping the backlog.
It's so good to hear that there are other's who are like me and haven't played some of these classic "must play" games all the way through. For a while I was thinking I was the odd man out.
Wait wait wait, I did not expect Donkey Kong, Mario, Zelda and Metroid games to all be on this list! Fun fact, I haven't finished any of the games on your list either. Challenge accepted.
Really!? That surprises me too that you haven't finished them! I thought I was committing a gaming sin by admitting that I haven't beat Mario 64 or the first Zelda. Are you going to jump on these games too?
I recommend you try to play The Legend of Zelda, Donkey Kong Country 3, and Mario 64 if you can. Those three I have played through and all of them were really fun experiences and different.
I plan on playing DKC 3 and Mario 64 this coming year. I might throw The Legend of Zelda in there too. We'll see how far I get into them.
Stages of a Gamer's Life:
1. Kid - Plenty of time, no money
2. Adult - Plenty of money, no time
3. Maybe lose interest altogether??
Ha! Maybe by the time I retire I’ll have plenty of money and time. But with my luck, my eyes will be worn out.
Great video! DK and Zelda suprised me!
Right!? I don’t know why I can’t get into them, I just can’t.
Mario 64 is my favorite game of all time.
Though I will admit that this is 100% because of nostalgia. I've never finished a Metroid game, so I'm going through the entire back catalogue (or at least the first 4 mainline games) before playing Dread. I'm also playing them on the original hardware on my Sony Trinitron, and luckily the Japanese version of Super Metroid is exactly the same as the US one, so I'll save a chunk of cash there.
That's awesome! I recently played through all the Metroid games for the first time in preparation for Dread. I made a video all about it. They are really fun! But I will admit that I wasn't into them at first, but after a little time, I fell in love with the series.
The one game I've had trouble with is Nino Kuni. I don't know it's just not clicking with me
Some games are difficult to get into. I know I felt that with The Minish Cap on the GBA. It just didn't click with me. I finally pushed through and really enjoyed it. But at first I wasn't into it.
@@NeanderMeander I got to the final area after wasting a year before being like "It just isn't worth it"
@@doraeguyakaneddie6586 I think it's great that you didn't just play it because you had invested time into it. If it's not for you, that's okay.
For me, the games that stand out are most of the Zelda ones. I adore BotW and played it for over a hundred hours (beat it, obviously). But I don’t know what it is, I’ve tried OoT many times and never stuck with it, Minish Cap (which I loved) I just never finished, Link Between Worlds (same as MC, I loved it but didn’t finish), and Wind Waker (loved the art style, but didn’t click with it).
Very weird, since I normally finish every game. The Zelda series just doesn’t work for me, I guess.
I relate to this so much! There was a time where I just couldn't connect to most Zelda games. The only ones I truly liked to play were Link's Awakening and A Link Between Worlds. All the other just seemed to cryptic and a little overwhelming. Also the controls were a little off. Like how Link jumps by himself in OOT. But that all changed when I played OOT on the 3DS. That version of the game really turned things around for me. I went back and played through A Link to the Past, Minish Cap, Wind Waker, Twilight Princess, and the Oracle games. There are still a few that I haven't played for finished like Majora's Mask, Skyward Sword, Zelda 1 and Zelda 2. I think it takes a change in perception when playing Zelda games. BOTW was an absolute joy to play through! I can't wait for the sequel.
Also, have you checked out my video about Rist Peninsula in real life from Breath of the Wild. It's probably my favorite video I've ever made.
@@NeanderMeander Will give it a watch!
Yeah, similar to me to be honest… there have been a few too many “right… now what” moments for me with the Zelda series, which I probably would’ve pushed through as a kid, but don’t have the time for nowadays. I’ll keep trying them and I’m sure I’ll get through one eventually 😂 BotW2 is going to be phenomenal though!
Im the same way of starting up real fun cool games but did not complete them. Most of it has to do with me being an adult with family so my game time window is very small.
Yes, time is a real factor. There's never enough of it
I’d be curious to hear your experience with Paper Mario: TTYD
I really want to get into them. I might start with the original Paper Mario and then play TTYD
I kept laughing because I’m in the same boat for almost every game you mentioned, and plenty that we’re shown in b-roll 😂
Literally last month I decided to beat the main story of Celeste and finally was able to put it down. It was good. Not amazing in my mind though. I opted to not get the DLC.
I also forced myself to hear Bioshock Infinite last month 😂 I basically just sprinted through it. I have to say, I was moved by the ending but again, opted out of the DLC.
I'm relieved to know that I'm not the only one who hasn't finished these games. Though, you've been able to do it with some of them, which is awesome! While I was capturing footage for this video, I was having fun with all of them. So they aren't bad or boring games. I just need to put some time aside to play them.
I really enjoyed this style of vid. We share a lot a like... Most of those games are on my list too. Time constraints hold me back a lot. I wish I had a month off to get lost in my game room.
Me too! A few months to just game would be great! I plan on putting some serious hours in during the holiday.
@@NeanderMeander good for you! Hopefully I can do the same too.
@@fredrick8691 I hope you find some time. It's good for you
the one game that i can think of that i started and haven't picked up in a while is lego star wars the skywalker saga i loved the original complete saga and i was exited for the new one. i pre order'd the game got the deluxe edition, got the mini-figure started play got to episode 7 then i stopped. i think a big reason why i stopped is my sever dislike for the sequels, i mean i really really really hate the sequels. on top of that i've had a huge falling our of star wars sense book of boba fett came out i could go on and on about it but im not going to waste your time. oh i also haven't picked up super mario sunshine in a while either.
i've also got upset with mario 64 (i'm a completionist) when i found out i had to collect 100 coins in each level.
I'm currently playing through Mario 64 right now for the first time. Those controls are tough to get used to. I much prefer the way Mario feels in Mario Odyssey.
@@NeanderMeander my friend currently has my copy unfortunately.
I feel ya with bioshock infinite. I've played and beaten it once but hardly go back to replay. Combat is solid but lack variety of weapons and you only can hold two(like why). Story I liked until a certain point when they add new story elements that are messily explained and poorly executed(won't spoil). I just feel like this game could've benefited from being delayed and released in the generation after seventh cause you could tell they wanted to be ambitious with the game but they had to cut down due to limitations of the hardware
Great insights! I’m not sure why I haven’t played much of it. I did have a good time with it while I was capturing the footage. I’ll inevitably finish it at sine point. Maybe I’ll do a follow up video to this one with an update of what I thought about each of them
Cool video!
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it
Oh I've finished Mario 64 TONS of times, I still have my original copy I bought. And the official guide too. Its funny, as I have a wayyyy more games that I have yet to finish. And I myself don't care about "hype", it's way overused these days, and Bioshock Infinite is a great game. I usually don't care much for shooters, I've streamed it too, and I have all 3 Bioshocks too, I enjoy Bioshock Infinites allegorical look at modern times. And for Legend of Zelda, because it's wayy open, I used a guide, as I didn't want to burn every bush as you eloquently put it(seriously, there's way too many bushes...)With my massive collection, I fall into that same boat, it happens. But as I do a game review show on here, that can help to inspire me to get off my arse and play them haha! Great video as always, happy gaming! And stay warm! 😊🎮🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🖖🎄Marcus
Marcus, you are one of the most genuine people I’ve ever interacted with. I need to give all three of those games a serious try. I know they are good games, I just haven’t been able to get into them like I have the other games on their series’. Thanks for stopping by!
@@NeanderMeander Thank you. Whenever I come on here, whether it be edited or livestream, I always prefer using my name of Marcus(or short name Marc)as I'm not really on any social media platforms, I got tired of a lot of things on those others I guess. If someone comes to my streams, (which usually isn't a lot, which is ok by me, what matters is I did a thing, heh. Since this is well, RUclips, there's no limit on how long any thing I do will dissappear, unless I choose to. And nowadays as I've probably mentioned, I've hidden my subscription count. I never want to show it ever again. I don't want people to feel like they're some cog in somebody's numbers game, it's why I really don't do "please like and sub, and turn notifications on" anymore, as I don't recall doing it too much, but I feel, at this point, if my stuff I've done has made some kind of positive change or impact on someone's life, then I find the time spent on here, well used. I like to say, numbers don't matter, people do. But, maybe that just a ramblings on from a autistic individual, who after awhile playing the game of social media, the likes, follows, and before 2019, retweets, and IG story mentions...
It was a game I got tired of playing. And here I am. Back where maybe, I shouldn't have veered from. But for Twitch, and the individuals I met from it, I think about if I ever should have made that first account, but instead of thinking too hard about it,I'll type this instead...
All I want you all to know, is if I do not meet any of you in this plane of existence, I take comfort, and happiness knowing for at least, a little while.... I made your digital lives a little bit better, a little bit happier. And, knowing that, is the best thing I could ever hope for. As I was damn honored to be in your digital world, and your world overall. And I was made a better man, and human being for it. I am forever grateful and thankful for that. Much love and kindness and compassion to you all always. As you all deserve all that, and so much more. To the most beautiful and awesome human beings and kind souls to ever be borne onto this little blue marble spinning thru space in its inexorable path around a solar entity. And this universe has been made infinitely better for it. "People are guests in our story, the same way we are guests in theirs. But we all meet each other for a reason because every person is a personal lesson waiting to be told.”
Thank you all for having me be a part of your stories, even if for a brief while. I am truly grateful. Thank you. Always. 🎮🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🎄😊🖖Marcus
@@NeanderMeander I'm going be on my way now. Thank you for taking the time out to respond. I truly appreciate it so very much. Be well. And be kind always as you deserve all the good things in life and so much more. Bye now. 🖖🎮Marcus
@@SkakinBaconMedia This is beautifully written! It's a pleasure whenever you stop by and comment on my videos. I agree that on your stance with like, subscribes, and bell presses. I've never said it in any of my videos. I did have a few that I wrote it out at the end, but that was for a few videos. If someone likes my work, they know the routine by now. They can choose to press it or not. I don't need to be reminding them that, "Hey, please please please like and subscribe." I know that's been the format creators have used for years, but it's wearing thin on people who are watching. I know I tune out every time I hear it. So, like you, I don't say it because I don't think it needs to be said.
Dkc 3 is absolutely not worth it. I played it based off of the people on the internet that defend it and say it's a worthwhile entry in the trilogy. It is not. At all.
The levels where you play as an animal rather than the two kongs and the pacing completely ruin the experience of playing the game. If you could play a mod of just the kong levels then sure I'd say do it but otherwise you can play just the first set of levels and leave the rest of the game alone.
Oh man, now I have to play it to see what you’re talking about. It’s such s as polarizing game. Either you like it or you don’t.
Celeste is fantastic, one of my favorite 2D platformers. But I much prefer it on the PC. Granted I have a high refresh-rate monitor, but I haven't played a single Switch game without some amount of noticeable input lag, both docked and portable. Celeste is no exception, with some of the much harder levels being significantly easier on PC.
This is good to know! Maybe that’s why I haven’t given it a chance. I guess I’ll be buying it for a third time
Celeste was a boring disappointment.
With all the glowing reviews everywhere, I’m surprised to read this! I’m glad there’s someone else who wasn’t immediately taken by this game!
For me, the Halo and Gears of War are the ones I don't care at all, those games are so booooring for me.
I like the Halo Series. I got into the original back on the first Xbox. It was really innovative at the time. I've never played Gears of War. I know that there are tons of people who love those games.