Dino Crisis 1 & 2 (PS1) | Review & Analysis [SSFF]
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- Shinji Mikami's long forgotten Resident Evil spin off, Dino Crisis. While successful in their day, these games unfortunately fall short of being survival horror classics.
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Am I the only one who actually LIKES Dino Crisis 1 and has played through it like 15 times?
Nope.
Nope, I like the puzzles and it helps make it unique among survival horror games in the copy and paste Resident Evil era, as opposed to something like Cold Fear in the post RE4 era.
I do believe that considering the hype and pedigree of the developers (Mikami and Hideki Kamiya to boot), it isn't wrong (especially from a modern perspective looking back) to have expected more of the game.
+VegetaHitsGirls The truth is in my experience the general consensus has usually been DC 1 is a very good game while DC2 was a bit of a letdown for going all action. DC 1 received top reviews back when it came out and I bought it right away. Having been in love with the new survival horror genre perfected by Res Evil 1 and 2, the game had it all but with dinosaurs this time. DC 1 is an all time great in the genre. DC 2 was a huge letdown for those expecting more of the same. Can't believe they wasted the sequel making it an action game.
+VegetaHitsGirls Dino Crisis 1 and Syphon Filter 1 are my Favorite game of all !!
It's an awesome game, played through at least 10 times
I actually enjoyed both Dino Crisis 1 & 2.
i can easily believe you..
great atmosphere👍👍
Yeah this dude is just a hater.. the atmosphere is awesome and the soundtrack really sells it!
CAPCOM!
Dino Crisis : Problem solving /Patience
Dino Crisis 2 : Run & Gun / Mindless fun
Dino Crisis 3 : Trash
Danny Devito? is that you?
is it trash because it has Dinosaurs in space or is it trash because you say it's trash?
he just thought DC3 was a missed potential.
Is this the causes of HALF LIFE 3 get cancelled?
I agree.
Fun fact: Regina was voiced by Stephanie Morganstern, aka the first english voice of Sailor Venus :D
Then again the first Alien movie was a horror movie while the sequel aliens was a more action movie
just like with resident evil, though it took them 2 games to realise how an action game is done
and then the third Alien is meh
And the 4th alien sucks
the 4th wasn't that bad
I prefer the first movie over the sequel. It was more frightening that we didn't know the name of the alien species (xenomorphs) until the sequel brought it up.
This game is begging for a reboot.👍
Yes, it does need a reboot or a remake.
THEY WILL EASILY SELL AT LEAST 3MILLIONS COPIES..
I HOPE WE DONT have to wait 7years..but.....but...😷😢😧😢😣
Or they can just give us Dino crisis 4
@@snowindafunboots4369 there's absolutely no way that remake could sell more than any resident Evil game, bc no one knows about the game nowadays
And now I'm sad because I just remembered that Capcom Vancouver, the studio that made the Dead Rising sequels; pitched a Dino Crisis reboot just as DR4 started coming apart at the seems but the higher ups in Japan said no.
Dino Crisis 1 received top reviews, Sold 2.4 million copies, is my favorite game of all time. I wish that the survival horror come back in this generation.
oh yeah because people can't have opinions
@Moogle Midgar He bitches about the puzzles and says Dino Crisis 2 was a more enjoyable experience. Like go play call of duty bud.
@@ASPEDBUSDRIVER1 lmao I hope you grew a brain in the past 2 years because, good lord, what an awfully constructed argument lol
survival horror is back friend c:
"Roll action montage!"
Ad: "This is Joe. Joe doesn't have a job."
Dino Crisis 2 was the first complex game I finished in my life,and I like to replay often. Its amazing
Instead of turning RE into an action series they should have used Dino Crisis for that approach.
That would require Capcom to acknowledge a series other than Street Fighter and Resident Evil.
@@charlesman8722
This comment aged well...
Callum Roper hey until it ACTUALLY comes out then it’s still a accurate statement
@@charlesman8722
I was referencing Devil May Cry 5 (a series thats not SF nor RE), but sure.
Callum Roper after how many years?? RE and SF are the only franchises they release consistently.
I disagree with this review. Dino Crisis 1 did more for the survival horror genre than many other games. The puzzles were varied rather than stale, and they actually were hard rather than stupidly easy like in Resident Evil. Those things you complain about, you'll blowing them out of proportion. And some of those things don't even make sense at all.
Dino Crisis 2 was fun, but it was an action game, and that thing couldn't possibly called "Survival Horror".
+Dreadjaws i actually didn't find the puzzles hard, just tedious. trim them puzzles and gimme a decent story and you've got an incredible game because i was way into the resource management and combat.
I agree. Game 2 was lot more of action.
the puzzles weren't that hard, they were just super tedious. i rolled my eyes every single time i got a new key card. just like great, another freaking key card to keep track of. Riveting. the took the resident evil formula and focused on the worst parts instead of the best.
@Tidder T Puzzles can still be fun, but as he and others are saying, that requires them to not be as tedious as taking the screws out of a Samsung phone..and let me tell you as a phone technician, that shit is tedious as all balls.
@Tidder T Okay, keep not listening and being the same kinda person who’d play a call of duty game who would be stubborn as hell and not listen to anyone but himself.
There's one thing you did not notice in Dino Crisis 1. They're mercenaries, not a police rescue team. They are not there to save the world. They're there to rescue the VIP (Dr. Kirk) and leave. That simple. No dilemmas. No kindness, just a reward to receive. One impression I had while playing, is that they were Umbrella mercenaries, like those in RE3. If the characters become deeper or interpretive, the spirit of "mercenaries" would probably be lost, since Regina is a charismatic protagonist. In my opinion, if you could change the protagonist for Sylvester Stallone, the game would be exactly the same game, which makes your proposal a success, a group of "expendables", only with a less charismatic character.
Nothing to say about Dino Crisis 2.
And I wanted to know more about Regina, too.
am I the only one that thinks dino crisis 1 was what jurassic park could have been
I'm so happy that even though you dropped the HVGN name, you still kept the same formula and heart of it. Great video Derek!
Regina must come back :(
😅👍👍👍👍
She's such a sassy little shit. Its her best trait. Lol
its weird cause i had a massively different experience with this game.
Dino crisis 2 is one of my favorite games on the ps1.
Same here I finished it 3 times. thats a lot for back then I was 12 years old and have too much games lol
I'm still playing it today. I hope Dino Crisis gets a Remake, and then continue the story ignoring Dino Crisis 3.
I recently finished DC2 in 2hrs45min
Same. Mine too
I finished Dino Crisis 2 exactly 12 times .... first 6 to get all the unlockables ... and after some times 6 times again from scratch to get it all again.
Playing through it all over again. Such an amazingly fun arcadey action romp.
The appearance of puzzles in Dino Crisis actually balance to your decisions in the game. Picking Rick's choices often are "thinking" your out and choosing Gail's are often "fighting" your way out.
It's not something you learn until you play the game more than once, but the way the game plays out is decided by the player.
I like Dino Crisis a lot, the second just was like an action game.
I'd love to see a "Is it Really That Bad?" for Dino Crisis 3. Would make a sweet return for the series, and I'd love to hear your thoughts on it. Make it happen, Derek!
Since the name change you've been producing your best stuff yet. Great video, keep 'em coming!
+Serpico's Beard Agreed.
+Serpico's Beard thanks! it was time to finally get serious with these videos. been a good year!
DC 2 is one of my favorite games ever. It’s just fun to play which is what a video game should be. Plus the story is batshit insane. I love it it’s hilarious
I agree! It's one of my favorite PS 1 games.
"I have always wanted to know if Dino Crisis 3 *is really that bad.* "
Foreshadowing?
+megamarsonic mmmmmmmmaybe
It is bad, It's in space with mutant dino's and without Regina.
YES IT IS TERRIBLE!!!!
I feel Derek's best videos are one's on the more obscure games or at least the more forgotten titles.
Sorry man, but you'll always be a Happy Video Game Nerd!
I have been curious about this franchise for a while now and once again you deliver in both entertainment and information.
What impressed me in Dino Crisis 2 is the use of motion capturing on in-game engine despite the limited use of the hardware, and it shows they fully utilized the system and put it in a good use. It just seems they were moving naturally. You don't see much PS1 games doing that especially not Capcom games while they still had characters with stiff movements.
Love your work as always, Derek!
Been watching you for years and it's awesome to see you keep growing. I didn't think you could get better, but you manage to impress me with every episode!
damn, I had that yellow robot piggy bank from radio shack too. That plus Dino Crisis, nostalgia bomb.
EVERYONE! Please to Capcom to BEG them to Remake Dino Crisis 1 and 2! They said if enough people want it - They will do it!!
LETS GOOO!!
i flatly disagree with DC1. it was more akin to Silent Hills formula; it used what you can't see, music and sound effects to cleverly induce fear with the odd jump scare and that big arse T-Rex... DC2 was little more than fun for me which is strange considering i hadn't even reached 10 years old by the time i finished the secong game.
i agree about Regina, if they make a new DC she HAS to be lead. She's up there with Lara 'Pixel-tits' Croft in hottest ps1 babes (though i never rated Lara that much).
i hope to god you hate DC3. im going to watch that vid now :)
The first one was ass.
a difference of opinion does not make the entire review bad, whats wrong with you. The video quality is excellent, and furthermore, how many reviews even exist for dc, let alone the series. So please be more respectful before you make ridiculous remarks like that just to look cool or fit in
Never support popular youtubers.
he didn't think 3 was bad, just a missed potential.
DC 2 was soooooo dope!!! I love the opening how they establish the action and that soundtrack really got me going!
First one of Dereks reviews I completely disagree with. (although fair since these are opinions). Dino Crisis 1 was fantastic. I love survival horror genre and DC1 is more like Res Evil and Silent Hill but with Dinos. it had plenty of memorable moments and great tension that is built throughout the story. The puzzle solving is typical Res Evil style fare which is great for this style of game. Nothing crazy like you mention. Dino Crisis 2 to me was a huge letdown. I was excited to get back to some more real survival horror but it turned out to be a mindless action game. I gave it a few good long plays but the absolute letdown of it not being a survival horror game ruined it for me. DC1 is a legit all time great survival horror game up there with Res Evil 1-3 (and CV), Silent Hill, etc. Capcom knew the genre so well and it showed.
+Dinomite Derek; if you want some real survival horror, play the resident evil remake on hard, not sure it ever got better than that
Stop Skeletons From Fighting I shouldn't have to play a game on hard just for it to be good (even though it's still not)
@@557deadpool yes, every single game should be just as fun on easy baby mode as it is in hard mode. Ok, idiot. If you think DC is better than RE1 and 2, you've got those nostalgia goggles strapped on way too tight kid.
Some of your best work yet!
I think both games are great. Each other offers a different experience which makes it refreshing and varietal.
I noticed that Derek has a copy of the Criterion Collection release of House in the background by his PS2 copy of Resident Evil 4.
Sorry dude. I love Dino Crisis. And I've finished it two weeks ago. Again. Can't fault it for having puzzles. The suspense is there. Maybe not as much action, but I don't take issue.
+Jammet Leopard Agreed DC isnt supposed to have tons of action, its a Res Evil style REAL survival horror game. The second game is mindless action and ruined the series imo. They should have made it more of the same.
+Jammet Leopard i don't mind puzzles but for me they got in the way of the suspense and resource management that made the first half of DC1 so amazing. the generator thing was just such a bummer
+Stop Skeletons From Fighting You mean the mini puzzle where you turn some cogs to get the colors in order? I dunno, that was kinda ... not special in a good or bad way. Anyway, I'm re-playing RE 2 these days. Much fun :).
Dude, you are awesome. Never stop, and thank you for all of your hard work.
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
Tfw all the puzzles make dino crisis seem actually super fun and interesting
I love your videos. How am I just now finding out about this channel? Great job!
I wonder if you've reviewed Nightmare Creatures.
The game has tons of problems and hasn't aged well...but damned if I don't still like playing it now and then.
I feel ya dude,no one remembers that one and often got me chose between that and Soul Reaver in those times. Love the style in Nightmare Creatures, And I have never seen a review for that one.
I remember playing this game when it came out, I was ten years old and a huge fan of the resident evil games. At first I loved Dino Crisis but ended up quitting when I got to the fingerprint puzzle. However I remember constantly going back just so I could experience the good gameplay. Thank god for the sequel that game was a blast, for someone my age then.
Oh shit IIRTB Dino Crisis 3 confirmed
Ah man, the puzzles and presentation are what I love about Resident Evil-style games! I loved the first DC!
"The giant creatures that emerged just after the experiment have given me much inspiration."
*cut to a scene of Doctor Kirk in his personal bathtub playing with a pink Pteranodon and purple Triceratops*
I haven't watched the video yet, but I just love Dino Crisis 2. Action Packed Survival Horror. Really Awesome.
Good to see your reviews again
Great video Derek!!
I love the atmosphere of the first Dino Crisis
Speaking of Jurassic World, is it weird to say you kinda look like Chris Pratt?
+The Spoony Bard we are both roguishly handsome and totally ripped
More PS1 games please !!!, I love all of them
Great review mate. I'm gonna pick up both on PSN for my PSP
I love the intro, keep up the great work! :)
I just recently re-picked this up. Good review~!
Another great video Derek. 10/10
The "action montage" for the first one killed me.
I'm so glad Uncle Derek grew out of his angry dark and depressed phase, and is the Happy version of Derek again.
I actually found Dino Crisis 2's story to be captivating ! There's a sense of mystery and sorrow as you progress through the scenario. I don't see why people consider that game to be dumb... It's an action game alright. Not too difficult, except for some parts in hard mode (T-Rex tank chase, arrgh...), but it is one of the best "Jurassic Park like" games to have ever been released. As a fan, I can only appreciate.
Holy shit, I had that coin robot in the background as a kid! Awesome review!
I did too!!! Loved that frickin thing!:p
+Ponaru I did as well. Loved that thing.
My top 5 on PS1: DC2, Crash Bandicoot 3, Twisted Metal 2, Winning Eleven/ISS Pro, NBA 2000.
I loved Dino Crisis 2. it's one of my favorite games on ps1.
The save room music at the end gave me chills...
I spy a Criterion copy of House on your shelf! Love it!
Thumbs up if you like the pixel look of the video games in the late 90s
Love your videos man!! been watching since splatterhouse, and i gotta say i pretty much agree with everything you say on all the games you review. Love you dont ever stop man!!
Oh man I don't know how many times I watched the intro video to Dino Crisis 2... and the music, sweet nostalgia
I kinda want a "But remember the mission shirt"
Love both games for their own aesthetics. One is more a thinking game, the other action. Both are great in my book. And they have DINOSAURS!!!😀
Dino Crisis should have a reboot, and I want to know more about Regina too. Love that redhead woman! ;)
Great review Derek! I have the same feelings to the games as well seeing 2 as far superior but still loving the first due to its ideas and what it wants to be. Hopefully the series will shine again
I just remembered something, the ending to your gameplay of the first one, with you doing the random generator parts can be changed by you yourself, you can also go up to another part of the facility and collect the full piece instead.
I liked them both and want Regina back :'(
Honestly, I loved this game as much as resident evil 2, really good game!.
What is that disc case in the red crate on the wall behind you with the artwork from that movie house?
Oddly though I'd think it would be interesting to see Dino Crisis remade
I credit me watching my friend play this for like, an hour, me marathonning Jurassic Park 2 (It was the only VHS I had..), and a shit load of dinosaur toys to the reason why I'm going to university now for Paleontology.. Damn dinosaurs are cool..
yes!
Just played for the first time and absolutely amazed by the graphica and camera angles
it might also be a bit weird that I played 1 after 2 and absolutely loved it and its puzzles... despite barrely understanding a single word of english at the time
Aw I thoroughly enjoyed Dino Crisis
I can't believe your review!
I thought that the puzzles made the game far more enjoyable as there was more to just shooting dinosaurs.
The idea of the plugs also impressed me as ammo supply was limited and that made it into more of a survival horror.
I found this to be quite a challenging game when it first came out and I'm still playing it today and I'm still enjoying it as I did all those years ago. Ok, the second game was more of a 'shoot em up' and had more of a storyline but the first one was more challenging!
You notice people who play challenging games will throw their controllers on the floor and get angry but they will pick it back up the next day or in a few hours time and attempt to complete the game.
The only problem would be the lack of dinosaurs in this game.
On Derek's shelf, can anybody tell me the game or what ever the thing in the middle with the creepy face is? Its above Earthbound, and it looks so familiar but I can't put my finger on it.
sweet House blu-ray in the background there, great insane movie.
Also great video as always btw
* nods with approval *
I am down with a "Is it really that bad?" with Dino Crisis 3! Keep it going Derek. I watch your work with a certain delay but it's certainly on my aim =)
What was that song used in the beginning montage?
I used to love playing the first game as a kid, never got around to playing the others though.
At least neither Dino Crisis 1 or 2 have zombie dinosaurs in spaaaaaaaaaaaaace!
Dude your videos are genius.
So how about that Dino Crisis 3, huh? :D
Yeah, I'd like a Dino Crisis 3 review from you.
+Jordan1000 He riled on Twitter and livestreams about that being pointless. Also he did a TL;DR review: Dinosaurs in Space to jump the shark.
+Rouenne That's because Dino Crisis 3 was THAT bad.
Please never mention that game ever again LOL LOL
So when are the Super Best Friends gonna play that fighting game in Dino Crisis 2?
Dino Crisis 2 is one of my favorite games of all time great action game.
what's that ハウス thing you have behind you? dvd?
Cool reviews
This was one of my second favorite of horror games, 1st was resident evil but I never actually got to play it, until later on when I was older. When the 1st dino crisis game came out. I was terrified! My dad had to play it instead while I guided him but when there was a clacking sound of the raptor or snorting sound I had to quickly cover my eyes while my dad fought it. We could never beat it and always got stuck at the chief door which at the time we didnt know how to do the puzzle. When I got older i decided to try it out for myself (also with a few cheats) finally beat the game! After all those YEARS!
Nice!
+ Stop Skeletons from Fighting Hey Pal you just saved me some money I was expecting this to be way better from memory , but sadly not , it was great back in the day I guess
Dino Crisis 2 is excellent.
I loved going Melee with the male character.
That's when you know a Tank-controlled game is so well done. When you can melee no problem.
(Ehem...Code Veronica... Ehem...)
I bought them both back when they came out and only played Dino Crisis once and have no memories of it, really. Dino Crisis 2, however, holy hell. I am not a speedrunner gamer but I repeatedly speedran the heck out of that game and absolutely loved it.
I think both games are great on their own merits. DC 1 evolves on the Resident Evil formula in brilliant ways, while DC 2 manages to use kind of a hybrid formula of Extreme Battle and The Mercenaries from RE2 and 3 and make a very much highly enjoyable action game even with the tank controls
I'm diggin' that copy of House you got in the background. Yeah, you know what you did.