Blasphemous is the Right Kind of Punishment | The Completionist
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- Опубликовано: 25 июл 2024
- With Blasphemous 2 around the corner, I just had to complete the religious horror themed metroidvania that is Blasphemous. This indie game is unforgiving with deep storytelling that makes it stand out from other platformer titles.
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Intro 0:00
Confession 2:09
Absolution 7:08
Flagellation 12:17
Jubilation 21:13
A foul curse has fallen upon the land of Cvstodia and all its inhabitants - it is simply known as The Miracle. Play as The Penitent One - a sole survivor of the massacre of the ‘Silent Sorrow’. Trapped in an endless cycle of d**th and rebirth, it’s down to you to free the world from this terrible fate and reach the origin of your anguish. Explore this nightmarish world of twisted religion and discover its many secrets hidden deep inside. Use devastating combos and brutal executions to smite the hordes of grotesque monsters and titanic bosses, all ready to rip you limb from limb. Locate and equip relics, rosary beads and prayers that call on the powers of the heavens to aid you in your quest to break your eternal damnation. Let's jump into my Blasphemous review with this fantastic hack n slash metroidvania indie game!
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If you like “Blasphemous”, I’d like to recommend to you “Death’s Gambit”. Similar vibe, but less intense and more otherworldly terror as apposed to religious terror in its world design. I’d also say “Death’s Gambit” has a much clearer story, side characters, and it’s easier (still not EASY, but easiER). Hope you give it a shot.
A lot
Bought, played and finished this game back before any of the dlc, I wanted to jump back in and play the dlc but when I did I was overwhelmed with all the different aspects of the game that I had completely forgotten so I never did any of it. After watching this video I want to experience all that beautiful content but it's hard when playing remnant 2 and lies of p is out soon as well as blasphemous 2 which I have pre ordered, not to mention the 200+ games in my backlog lol
The Spanish creators of Blasphemous deserve all the sucess of the world!
I remember playing the demo for Blasphemous a while ago, and I had to say I was *really* impressed with how well Souls style combat translated to the Metroidvania genre in it; of course, at the time, I *wasn't* used to looking for deeper themes in media, so while I noticed some enemies had religion inspired design elements, I didn't realize that the whole atmosphere of the game was meant to invoke the true *horror* of religion. I also didn't know that that was inspired by the history of the developers' own hometown, as I didn't even know *where* it was developed, or the *history* of where it was developed until now; but this's *renewed* my interest in it, and with Blasphemous being on sale on Steam right now, I think I'll pick it up!
As a native Spanish speaker, it was surreal playing a game in Spanish for the first time.
I try to always play games in their original language, so that's like 80% English and 20% Japanese (with English subtitles).
It was very weird at first listening to Spanish in a game, and knowing that that's the actual original way in which everything was conceived.
Agree after I played it a second time I played it in Spanish and the feel along with voice actors it gave it more authenticity
@@Jewcydaddy In my case, it really helps that my Spanish is from Latin America, but the game uses Spanish from Spain. It helps to make it sound familiar and unfamiliar at the same time.
@@robTCGZSpanish from southern Spain. It even uses some archaic/idiomatic expressions which are difficult to understand to some Andalusian people. Thick accent, but it sounds so cool
My 1st language is french, 2nd english, and I also played it in spanish on 1st playthrough, it was amazing!
Commandos: Behind the Enemy Lines being another one. Argentinian here, mate!
While Goya's painting was actually called 'A Procession of Flagellants', Jirard's description of 'A Procession of the Flatulence' sounds far more exciting.
Say it with me - pen-UH-tence.
17:56, he says it right finally!
dude i died when I heard him pronounce it like that 💀
thats what happens when you're reading someone else's script sometimes lol
@@zachwilliams8348yeah all this talk of "pentinance" is true suffering
That game's art direction is something else. if you told me like 30 years ago that one day there'd be a platformer with such imagery I'd have laughed you out of the room.
It has the best pixel art I've ever seen in a game. It's truly beautiful work.
Don’t forget the amazing soundtrack!
@@thelaughingrouge It’s not gothic, it’s baroque.
@@pacoramon9468 Both often overlap as of late though. Dark Baroque or Gothic-Lite, so it might be why this person said "gothic".
Though I'd like a Castlevania crossover, since they did have a crossover with Dead Cells recently.
@@pacoramon9468if it ain't baroque don't fix it
Blasphemous is one of my favorite games of all time and definitely the platinum trophy I am most proud of. Thank you for finally bringing this to the channel.
The Spanish creators of Blasphemous deserve all the sucess of the world!
how long did the platinum take you
This game pulled me back into the genre. Not too hard, not too easy. Great exploration, weird dark souls story, epic bosses. It all around feels good to play.
Too damn hard for me. My hand eye coordination is too slow and fkd. I don't have the reflexes.
Not too hard? Sheeittt!
I'm almost 40 and I managed. If u want it gotta work for it.
@@Abolistable I completely understand Im definitely playing the sequel
Kinda bummed out its not on the PS4. Some of my pals have not made the plundge yet so I'll be going in solo.@@tyronedasher5408
Every time Jirard mispronounces "penitence" I think back to Indiana Jones and his dad saying "penitent" over and over. :D
I counted 3 pronunciations one for each ending haha
Penitence
Petinence
Pentinence
One of my all time favorite games. I can't wait for the sequel, it's by far my most anticipated game.
Same!
Help I can't beat crisanta phase twoooo
This game was unbelievable. It feels more like a book than a game, similar to why I fell in love with ff7 back on release... the mind fills in so many gaps, and I think horror works best that way ... especially when it's based on a culture that is alien to your own
“Dark Souls like” translation-> “give me pain”
"give me pain daddy"
I'm so happy that a game from a small studio in souther Spain still gets so much attention wordlwide.
Carlos Viola OST is a masterpiece, a homage to D2. Also, Spanish voice actors were wonderful, the delivery is not matched with the English version.
Have had this game in my backlogs and hearing that a sequel is coming soon makes me excited to play
This game is just amazing its like a castlevania game with hardcore horror. The mythology art direction and music as well as the gameplay I can't even describe just how great it is. I really can't wait for the sequel.
You try the sequel yet? I've been having a blast so far!
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Having finished the sequel. It’s a masterpiece even better than the first.
One of the best games of the last 10 years.
Finally Blasphemous is getting the love it rightfully deserves!! A truly memorable experience along with fun gameplay and an awesome soundtrack!! Heres to the sequel!
Just finished this game not too long ago, and it is fantastic. Cannot wait for the sequel.
I used to skip a some of your videos, because you seemed to give a lot of indie developers a lot of attention. At the time I wasnt really interested in anything other than AAA. Boy was I wrong. Indie games are where soul and passion burns bright and man can you feel it. I am happy you did this game and im happy I came around to games like this.
I feel you buddy. I had my mind blown when I played Hollow Knight.
It takes honor and humility to admit being so wrong. I'm proud of you and agree. I was heavily leaning on triple A and garbage like overwatch back then, but now I seriously appreciate games made with actual love.
Honestly was the same way, then I played hollow knight, had to start checking out more indie games after that
I’m glad you’ve seen the light and expanded your scope of games.
Glad u turned to the good side....AAA games have become the sour patches of the gaming industry...thats not to say there areny any good AAA games....ofc not....theres still a few amazing titles
but indies r where true gameplay and true passions r found....Glad to see a new comer enjoying these games
Since the games release, its found itself in a special place among my favorite games. Blasphmeous became that title I would answer with whenever I was asked for game suggestions by anyone. Its art is incredible, it feels so intense, and its music is just masterful. We all joke about listening to game OSTs outside of playing the game, but the score here deserves every listen I give it.
As a Spaniard, you have no idea how happy I am to see this game to become more and more popular.
I does with Southern Spanish culture something similar to what Japanese pop culture does with its own: take it as heavy inspiration to create something modern and new for people nowadays.
Probably some of you are thinking "D'uh!". But you'd be surprise to know that's actually EXTREMELY difficult to do in Spain for multiple reasons.
Also, between this and Mercurysteam... Is Spain becoming a Metroidvania heaven? lol
"Is Spain becoming a Metroidvania heaven?"
I don't know but the majority of indie games are Metroidvanias.
We need more and more games from this company. Can’t wait to play the sequel.
So glad you got to play this. It's been one of my favorites, despite how hard it was.
Hi Jirard, great video!! I truly adore this game. The developers really did an excellent job and i fully commend their hard work and applaud their sucess. The art direction is simply amazing alongside the fantastic music and the fact they based it on some of their love for their heritage and culture that can really can make a lasting impression on anyone. The world is bleak and full of terrifying secrets that's yet to be unraveled. The combat is punishing but very rewarding and i do appreciate they really put so much detail on how you will adapt to the gameplay as the game continues to roll on. I really do recommend anyone to try this game out and I'm very looking forward to their upcoming sequel!!!
I'm so glad you've put your spotlight on this game! Even with all the accolades it's received, it's still UNDERRATED. The Music and Art direction are worth it alone. Thanks!
Blasphemous is one of those games I picked up on a whim knowing people liked it but having no real expectations but man after finishing it its firmly in my top 3 metroidvania games of all time it's just so good
Thanks for showcasing this game! Blasphemous was one of my top games during the Dark Times of Covid. I played it off and on for nearly a year before deciding to finally 'finish it.' As hellish as it was to be brutalized by the game and the varied enemies it threw in my direction, I kept going just to see what was going to appear on the next level. And that soundtrack...one of gaming's best, in my opinion. I haven't played any of the new expansions so I can't speak on that, but perhaps one day I'll pick up my sword and venture back to Cvstodia to see what I missed out on.
Glad you enjoyed it! Excited to see how the sequel holds up here soon. Hope to see you at Indy PopCon!
I played it a year after it's release and it was the first legit Metroidvania I had ever played. I'm so stoked for the sequel and the exposure it's been getting recently, the devs deserve every bit of praise.
You are going to have a harder road than the Penitent one to absolve you of your sins my dude
DAMN. 😳
I like when u do the number wrap ups like 50 hrs played through 4 play throughs, 20 bosses slain, 100 quests completed etc.
So pumped! Been waiting for this episode for a while! Congrats as always!
I have gotten several platinums this month. Feel like the completionist myself 😂 did the gta trilogy, ratchet and clank and finally polished off skyrim. Also very close with burnout paradise. You always impress me fella. Keep up the good work.
I absolutely in love with this game, the music, the atmosphere, the platinum journey
I’m so glad you I finally made this video. I loved this game so much. I think it’s up there with my favorites along with Hollow Knight and Shovel Knight. Thanks Jirard!
The art aesthetic is just phenomenal!
Yo, that opening went HARD! Keep it up, Jirard!
Given how they keep adding more great free DLC to this game, I'm really not surprised it took until now for you to make this vid about this amazing game.
I hadn't thought to try the game in Spanish. I might do that for my next playthrough of it.
this is so freaky i just got the last achievement for blasphemous today. an amazing game and experience cant wait for blasphemous 2
Always nice seeing a game I backed on Kickstarter here. I firmly agree with Jirard, and I am intrigued by the approaching sequel.
Omigod I'm SO GLAD you reviewed this game finally!!! I'm stuck on crisanta 2nd phase and can't progress though
After getting the true ending, I couldn't help but be excited for the sequel.
3:43 my favorite visual moment of the game, I absolutely cannot wait for 2.
I really appreciate the on screen visuals for the rating system. I semi-recently found this channel and it took me forever to figure out the system.
This game looks awesome! I really can't wait to give it a try. Thanks for another great review, Jirard.
I just started this game today. This game is a Souls game disguised as a Metroidvania game, and I'm enjoying it. I'm glad I watched this video. It gives me the motivation to keep going and trying to unlock things and finish the game.
This game is so well made, I recently bought the sequel and still it is great but the first has a special mark in my heart, the music, the art, the voices, the spanish voice actors not only narrate but they imprint a very strong feeling into all the interactions, even if they are only NPC's and not main antagonists they do add to the mysterious, creepy vibe of the game, El penitente may live forever in our memory!!!
My respect to you for undertaking the completionist route and get all the juice from this wonderful game, I still have to explore the DLC's after having finished the main pilgrimage, for me it is very difficult with the paths of penance for new game plus. so hats off!
I haven’t had the chance to play this yet, even though it’s sitting in my Steam library, but I adore the art design. Can’t wait to experience the whole thing for myself.
So hoping you would do Blasphemous! I loved it so much. I am SO hype for part 2!🙌
This was a really cool watch, I had no idea about the background of the game. My grandmother is from Seville, so I'm definitely going to check this one out.
Been waiting for THIS one! Great video bro
Absolutely loved this game! Great episode!
Whenever I see another Souls-Like game of this sort, a part of me longs to play it, but then I remember how bad my reflexes have become as the years have rolled by, and I realize I probably shouldn't. Still, the game looks fantastic, and has a very neat art style to it, and I can see why it would pull folks in. Glad this one didn't end up punishing you too hard Jirard, looking forward to the next one.
I think I originally followed you for some Zelda and Pokémon games. Now I like to see games I’ve missed out on while I was in college. Definitely gonna buy this one.
I have been waiting for this one to show up here!! Let's Goooo
I literally finally finished the platinu for this last night its so cool that my favorite youtuber releases a vid on it the day after
This game is so good. One of my favourite artstyles in any game
This game is a work of art 😍😍😍 I'm very tempted to buy a steam deck so I can play again this one and download Blasphemous 2 as soon as it arrives
I loved Blasphemous so much, from the day I played it the first time, and I still do. It’s a ridiculously perfect game. I can’t wait to dive in Blasphemous II! As always, thank’s so much for the content Jirard!
at the point where I’m gonna like this at the beginning of the video and just assume you spit some heat. Great stuff brotha
Ah yes, Catholicvania. Finally finished up the last story update while on the last challenge mode. It was freaking tough but i beat it and super excited for Blasphemous 2.
The Spanish creators of Blasphemous deserve all the sucess of the world!
One of the best metroidvanias of all time. This game sticks with you due to gameplay, bosses, atmosphere, game & art design, storytelling, and the music. A solid 10/10!!!
Can't wait to play Blasphemeous 2, i fell in love for the world, lore, and art style of this game.
Love the intro. Well done, my man.
a great game that doesn't get talked about enough so happy to hear Jirard weigh in on it
The soundtrack to this game is absolute peak👌
@ThatOneVideoGamer Thank you for your Videos Jirard, notably this one and the end of the wii u / 3DS e-store. Keep doing videos on non-mainstream games!
52 hours to complete is damn impressive
he doesn't do it by himself.
@@billlee1821he doesn’t?
Been slowly completing blasphemous, always a good thing when I see a completionist video about a game I'm currently working on, didn't even know a sequel was on the way so now I gotta get cracking on this lol
Great work! Awesome intro.
Goya's dark paintings are so good that "unsettling" might be an understatement lol
Best intro i've seen in a while
Such an amazing game. I can’t wait for the sequel!!! 😭🙌🏻✨
I’m glad I played it late and friends recommended using the Spanish VO. I don’t speak Spanish but man did it sound great.
When I looked at this game & saw it was on sale for less then $10, I had to get it to try out & this game is a blast!
My favourite metroidvania of all time. Can’t wait for the second one later this month. Need to beat TOTK in time
Dude, mad props. This game is suuuuuper hard to platinum (at least for me). I think I’ll play it on and off until I get it.
One of the most hauntingly beautiful games I have had the pleasure of playing. I haven't gone back to it with the updates but it inspires me to play it again before the second one. I bought it digitally and then bought it again physically to support the devs. I am pumped for the sequel.
I missed out on all the updates to this game but after completing Blasphemous 2 I can't wait to see what they add
Slowly but surely working through this game myself. I’ve never been a souls-like fan but I love metroidvanias so I had to pick it up. It’s definitely challenging and I don’t know what half of the collectibles even do, but I’m having a great time regardless!
I absolutely love this game. I listen to the sound track at work to help me focus.
My man. Finished the game about dozen times cant wait for sequel in two weeks.
Blasphemous was the most epic experience in gaming I ever had.
Chilean here. I always make it my goal to play games in English because I have opinions on the Spanish language. But this game needs to be played in Spanish. It gives the game a completely different favor. It feels like the way it was meant to be. And aside from that, hot damn this game is good.
Excelente trabajo, Game Kitchen. Cuento los días para la secuela. 👍
Chileno tmbn, es interesante ver cómo los elementos y la iconografía católica se sienten tan cercanas, encima que juegazo 💪
Enrique Cabeza, the head of creative direction in Game Kitchen , nominative determinism strikes again
Good intro bit, thought I was looking at the game cinematic for a second there
I'm a bit of a completionist as well and yeah, the best reward for a completed save is when the save slot is different from the rest. Be it a sick border with symbols like on this one, or just a small star.
Ohhhhh momma I've been waiting for this one!!!
Jocinero is my favorite character. Such great art.
I completed this game around 100% with good ending and collected every bone and item, rescued every angel. But I didn't play through the 2 DLC when the DLCs came out after i completed the game. Very much want to go through the penance again by playing the DLCs whenever i saw videos talking about it and the music.
Such an incredible game and art style 👏
Blasphemous is such an addictive game. I found myself finishing it then jumping right back in. I love metroidvania and the challenge was just right.
Finally Jirard does some more advertisement for his show though it might be too little, too late. Anyway as always what a cool Completionist view on this game.
Im so glad more people will finally play this! My favorite game of all time!
9:40 Fun fact: The level designer, Enrique Colinet, is also a professional voice actor who worked as it in another game at the same time: Kofi Quest. When the Spanish voices were added to Blasphemous he did some voices for it.
I beat this game not too long ago in preparation for Blasphemous 2 coming out. Pretty cool game, just wish it was a bit longer or had more boss fights. Fantastic experience overall, highly recommend
Seville was my favorite city in Spain out of the 5 cities I visited. Felt like I traveled back in time. Such a lovely city.
When I think of strong thematic games with striking subject matter, Blasphemous is certainly one of the first games that come to mind for me. It's such a twisted, horrifying world, yet captivating and filled with bleak beauty. As a Christian, I'm always intrigued by art that tackles religion, even if the narrative isn't supporting what I believe. I always like to read things from different perspective. It made me want to write a story or book set in that style of world where half-insane people cling on to their twisted views of religions they don't quite understand.
I love how they made NG+ a new game just like Dark Souls 2: Scholar of the first Sin. It makes NG+ totally worth playing as well as adding elements of surprise.
Wow. I thought he was avoiding think for his mental health.
As Andalusian, it's quite a privilege to see a videogame studio not afraid of taking risks of using our catholic iconography and tropes to create an absolute masterpiece.
Great review!