Is Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory Worth Playing in 2023? | Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory Review thesummerofmark 2023-05-21 | Watch my Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory Review to find out why Chaos Theory is the peak of the series and one of the best stealth games of all time. Resolution fix: thirteenag.github.io/wfp#scct0:00 Preamble & Fixes2:35 Premise5:27 Tone & Characters 9:52 Presentation, visuals, art direction12:38 Music & Sound Design18:01 Gameplay29:22 ConclusionSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Is Thief 2 The Best Stealth Game? | Thief 2: The Metal Age Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2025-07-13 | Thief 2: The Metal is a 2000 first person stealth immersive sim developed by Looking Glass Studios. Thief 2 is a stealth’s game stealth game. It came out not even a year and a half after Thief 1, and refined pretty much all aspects of the original title. To put it in the simplest way imaginable, the bad things about Thief 1 are now good, and the things that were already good are now excellent.Join me in my Thief 2: The Metal Age Review as I explore its gameplay, design, story and everything in-between. Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/c/thesummerofmarkFollow me on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thesummerofmark.bsky.socialSpecial thanks to:FangZ for thumbnail & intro: https://linktr.ee/r_fangzCHAPTERS:0:00 Intro0:55 Premise & Setting4:52 Visuals 7:19 Music & Sound13:22 Gameplay mechanics (sort of)15:50 Mission design & storytelling28:12 Conclusion
Thief is still the absolute KING of stealth | Thief: The Dark Project Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2025-04-25 | Thief: The Dark Project is the king of stealth games, still unmatched even in 2025. Join me in my Thief: The Dark Project Review as I can over the game's story, worldbuilding, gameplay mechanics and art style.Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/c/thesummerofmarkFollow me on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thesummerofmark.bsky.socialChapters:0:00 Intro & Fixes 3:22 Story Premise5:23 The World of Thief16:04 Visuals18:15 Sound/Music25:19 Gameplay mechanics29:22 Mission design37:14 ConclusionSpecial thanks to:FangZ for thumbnail & introhttps://linktr.ee/r_fangzSick Le Lapin for allowing me to use his musicFixesTF Fix: ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=134733Controls fix: steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=202745244SourcesThe Psychology of Garrett: ttlg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=54007@MandaloreGaming : youtu.be/UBN5k6WoG-s?si=uOwYGqUae1X1tnZ9Featured musicSick Le Lapin, Thief's City: sicklelapin.bandcamp.com/album/thiefs-cityCompendium: Premonitions of Chaos by @chroniclerPT : youtu.be/rAGysgRNUqA?si=0mQjvvF6Y21whzugCITY IN DARKNESS - Thief-inspired Dark Ambiance by @Scipio219: youtu.be/plAnbU3V-RA?si=BBgDsNPGIYQP8voaFeatured art Garrett by Tssuru: deviantart.com/tssuru/art/Garrett-thief-855683510The Master Builder Vitreaux by Akumafer: deviantart.com/akumafer/art/The-Master-Builder-Vitreaux-64741609Hammerite Banner by Akumafer: deviantart.com/akumafer/art/Hammerite-Banner-44151601
Peripeteia is an immersive sims immersive sim | Peripeteia Early Access Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2025-02-21 | Peripeteia on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1437760/Peripeteia0:00 Intro2:08 Setting & Presentation5:12 Gameplay Mechanics10:28 ConclusionFollow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thesummerofmark.bsky.socialSupport the channel on Patreon: patreon.com/c/thesummerofmark
Why The Good Doctor Is My Favorite Dishonored 2 Mission thesummerofmark 2024-12-31 | While Dishonored 2 has many excellent missions, The Good Doctor stands out amongst them thanks to its excellent worldbuilding and design. youtu.be/wvteFKTNA_Q?si=cc-Bz80posafWZpDyoutu.be/Wrf0BYXNBJ4?si=8dM-ngxCQc3_gNxZSupport the channel: patreon.com/c/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: https://x.com/thesummerofmark
RTTs are so back | Sumerian Six Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-09-29 | Join me in my Sumerian Six review as I take a look at the most exciting RTT to release since the closure of Mimimi Games. 0:00 Intro2:14 Setting & Premise4:31 Presentation8:17 Gameplay19:22 ConclusionSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: https://x.com/thesummerofmark
Film Noir Thievin | Filcher Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-08-09 | This Filcher covers everything you need to know about one of the most ambitious Thief-like games from the past few years. Support the channel on Patreon: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: https://x.com/thesummerofmark0:00 Intro1:10 Premise, Setting & Narrative3:13 Presentation13:23 Gameplay mechanics22:55 Mission setups, design, lore & everything in-between26:44 Conclusion
Metro Exodus, Or How To Do Open-World Right | Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-06-30 | Exodus is the third mainline entry in the Metro series, and follows Artyom and his crew of Spartan rangers as they flee the Moscow Metro and journey through post-apocalyptic Russia and Kazakhstan on a locomotive called Aurora. The objective: connect with the alleged remnants of the former Russian government in the Ural mountains and find a cozy, ideally radiation and mutant free spot on the surface where they can start rebuilding civilization from scratch. Of course, that’s easier said than done, as shit hits the fan not 5 minutes after fleeing Moscow. First, the locomotive breaks near the Volga river, where the rangers encounter and fight a Lovecraftian-coded technophobic cult; near the dried-out Caspian sea, a vicious warlord has assumed control of the area’s remaining water and oil reserves; as for the remnants of the Russian government, well, I’ll save that for later. Exodus might seem like a huge departure from the series’ core tenets, but it’s not that big a departure as some would think. So let’s dive in and see what Exodus is about.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: https://x.com/thesummerofmarkChapters: 0:00 Intro1:26 Premise & Setting5:37 Gameplay mechanics20:09 The World of Metro Exodus44:11 ConclusionSpecial thanks to:@arkham666 for quoteFangZ for the dope outro animation. You can follow her work and commission her via the links below: instagram.com/r3dfangzinstagram.com/cg_fangzmy dear friend CloudCoffinArt for thumbnails/video visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
A Worthy Sequel to a Modern Classic | Metro: Last Light Redux Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-05-26 | Metro: Last Light is a 2014 first person shooter developed by 4A games. Join me in my Metro: Last LigHT Review as I talk about its gameplay, immersive mechanics and worldbuilding.0:00 Intro2:17 Premise, Setting & Storytelling10:10 Gameplay22:33 Exploring The Metro | Mission Highlight: Regina28:10 Conclusion Special thank you to FangZ for the dope outro animation. You can follow her work and commission her via the links below:artstation.com/r3dfangzinstagram.com/r3dfangzinstagram.com/cg_fangzAnd a special thank you to my dear friend CloudCoffinArt for video visuals: cloudcoffinart.comSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: https://x.com/thesummerofmarkSources:@AvalancheReviews youtu.be/XQgGFG7LzeM?si=IgxcNFtFR9a7h6F8
A Brilliant Detective RPG In Supernatural Warsaw | The Thaumaturge Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-04-14 | The Thaumaturge is a 2024 story-driven RPG developed by Polish studio Fool’s Theory. It's a story driven RPG made by ex-Witcher devs set in early 20th century Warsaw where you play as a demon-hunting thaumaturge. Join me in my The Thaumaturge review as I take a look at one of the most interesting games to come out in 2024.0:00 Intro1:23 Setting & Premise14:20 Presentation19:27 General Mechanics24:18 Combat28:02 Side Content, Writing & Everything in-between23:00 ConclusionSpecial thanks to @arkham666 for the bit and @DarthZombie510 for fact-checking the script.Socials:patreon.com/thesummerofmarkpatreon.com/thesummerofmark
Armed and Dangerous Game Retrospective | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-02-18 | This is a short retrospective of Armed and Dangerous (the game, not the song), a 2003 third person shooter developed by Planet Moon Studios of Giants: Citizen Kabuto fame.Widescreen fix: community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1585-armed-and-dangerous-fov-fix0:00 Intro & fixes2:38 Premise & setting7:45 Presentation12:24 Gameplay20:00 ConclusionSocials:patreon.com/thesummerofmarkpatreon.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:My dear friend CloudCoffinArt for the visuals: cloudcoffinart.com@melondotmp4 for sick beats
Blood West is my favorite game of 2023 | Blood West Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2024-01-24 | Blood West is a 2023 first person shooter with immersive sim elements developed by Hyperstrange. Join me in my Blood West review as a I talk about one of the most interesting games last year.0:00 Intro1:31 Premise & Setting3:50 Presentation10:50 Gameplay19:57 On Blood West’s immersive simness23:36 Exploring the Barren Lands & Questing27:31 ConclusionSpecial thanks to: @HeyBlondieGamer for the collab.My dear friend CloudCoffinArt for the visuals: cloudcoffinart.comSicks beats by @melondotmp4 Socials:patreon.com/thesummerofmarkpatreon.com/thesummerofmark
Mass Effect Review - An Absolute Timeless Classic | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2023-12-26 | Please do not disturb the Keepers.Mass Effect is a 2007 action role playing game developed by Bioware, a studio known for the excellent action adventure puzzle platformer MDK2, a series about a Baldur Gate and two whole games set in a Croatian city, of all places. Join me in my Mass Effect review as I explore this timeless classic. @YourFavoriteSon1 youtu.be/j75D7XTbD2E?si=rAcPQXkTGvCTuURbChapters:0:00 Intro2:28 Character creation8:14 Morality system & dialogue12:05 Combat14:20 Exploring the Milky Way - Side Content20:21 Companions & storytelling22:22 Eden Prime: Jenkins I Hardly Knew Ye27:25 Citadel Part 1: Exposing Saren32:33 Interlude: Normandy34:27 Therum 37:35 Feros46:48 Noveria: The X-Files Planet54:16 Virmire: or when *YouTube* hits the fan1:01:59 Citadel Part 2: or how the Council are a bunch of punks1:03:21 Illos & FinaleSocials:patreon.com/thesummerofmarktwitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to my dear friend CloudCoffinArt for the visuals: cloudcoffinart.comTrailer footage:@NeoGamer youtu.be/PERwTPuh2Wk?si=6_suSJnElHcdQQ9W@Nadrim youtu.be/nETxAJsD0N4?si=QwyKdggek27ONeYZ
This Game Will Make You Fall in Love With Real Time Tactics | Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew Review thesummerofmark 2023-10-23 | Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is a 2023 Real Time Tactics game developed by German studio Mimimi Games of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun and Desperados 3 fame.I covered Desperados 3 way, way back in 2020 and I liked it quite a lot. I liked this one too, and I think you should play it. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:CloudCoffinArt for visuals: cloudcoffinart.com@melondotmp4 for SICK beats
Does KOTOR Hold Up 20 Years Later? | Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Retrospective thesummerofmark 2023-08-09 | Watch my Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic to find out why it holds up 20 years after its initial release.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmark0:00 Intro3:30 Character Creation6:15 Endar Spire12:40 Taris34:30 Dantooine48:13 Tatooine55:50 Kashyyyk1:07:20 Manaan1:23:43 Leviathan1:31:42 Korriban1:34:23 Rakata Prime1:38:55 Star ForgeFixes: @Xuul 's video: youtube.com/watch?v=9SKMzwKE34E&t=120s&ab_channel=XuulSpecial thanks to:@MandaloreGaming for lending his voice@Geraki0n for his help with researching the video CloudCoffinArt for visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Is Metro 2033 Worth Playing in 2023? | Metro 2033 Redux Review thesummerofmark 2023-04-11 | Metro 2033 Redux is one hell of an immersive ride.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.comTime Stamps:0:00 Preamble2:43 Premise & Setting6:17 Presentation14:05 Immersive Mechanics & Gameplay26:57 Conclusion
100 Things I Love About Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2023-03-19 | Here's a list of 100 Things I Love About Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines.0:00 Intro1:27 Things I love27:23 OutroSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to my dear friend CloudCoffinArt for the visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
The Horror of Controls Bureaucracy | Control Review thesummerofmark 2023-03-11 | Control 2 is very good. Here's a 40-minute long Control retrospective explaining why.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:@ScottsGameAsylum for his cameoand to my dear friend CloudCoffinArt for the visuals: cloudcoffinart.comTime stamps:0:00 Intro & texture loading fixes4:13 Premise7:36 The Oldest House18:20 The FBC23:51 Gameplay36:21 Side quests38:37 Final thoughts
Dishonored 2 Is Your Favorite Sequels Favorite Sequel | Dishonored 2 Review thesummerofmark 2023-02-12 | Join me in my Dishonored 2 retrospective as I explain in many, many words why it's so good. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmark0:00 A few words about immersive sims3:43 Premise6:02 Karnaka: the making of14:13 Worldbuilding18:49 Presentation21:31 General mechanics30:47 Immersive design40:53 Mission showcase: the Clockwork Mansion45:06 Final thoughtsSpecial thanks to: @Indigo_Gaming , @YourFavoriteSon1 , @DarthZombie510 , @ScottsGameAsylum , @melondotmp4 and @BadGhosts for the quotes.and to my dear friend CloudCoffinArt for the visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines Retrospective, 18 Years Later | Still The Absolute GOAT thesummerofmark 2022-12-20 | This is it folks, the last video of the year: a chonky retrospective on Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines.0:52 correction: it’s “quixotic” not “quitoxic” lmao@NthReview immersive sims explainer video - youtu.be/ao0Z29PYrtsTimestamps:0:00 Intro, Development, Fixes6:55 The World of VTMB 18:11 Gameplay51:11 Vampire Politicking and The Curse of Immortality1:02:51 Sign offSpecial thanks to :the insanely talented Cake for the intro, check out her channel here: youtube.com/watch?v=W0DfY03pFI4and to @CultoftheCyberSkull for his incredible bit about the Nosferatu and Malkavian clans.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Second Sight - The Psy Power Fantasy Game Nobody Talks About | Second Sight Review thesummerofmark 2022-11-13 | Free Radical Design's Second Sight is the very definition of "hidden gem". Join me in my Second Sight review as I take an in-depth look at what makes it so great even in 2022.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:The Salt Factory - thumbnail & VO: youtube.com/c/TheSaltFactoryCult of the Cyberskull - VO: youtube.com/c/CultoftheCyberSkullarkham666 - VO: youtube.com/user/arkham666Cloud Coffin Art - Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Airtight Games’ Forgotten Ghost-Detective Game thesummerofmark 2022-10-23 | Here's my Murdered: Soul Suspect review. Check out Paul's and Edgar's streams here: twitch.tv/jocsivorbeSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
100 Things I Love About Deus Ex | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2022-10-02 | Basically what the title says. 100 Things I l Love About Silent Hill by Tangomushi - youtu.be/xMBqxvVoagoSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.comMelon for music - youtube.com/c/MelonMan666
Is Splinter Cell Worth Playing 20 Years Later? | Splinter Cell Review thesummerofmark 2022-09-25 | Join me in my Splinter Cell Review as I take a look at the game that many say redefined the stealth genre. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Gothic Is Still A Masterpiece Of Immersive Design | Gothic Review thesummerofmark 2022-08-19 | Here it is, folks - my Gothic review, one full year after I covered Gothic 2. Gothic 1 fixes:1. 1.08k patch - https://www.worldofgothic.de/dl/download_6.htm2. Player Kit for the patch - https://www.worldofgothic.de/dl/download_34.htm3. Patch to the Player Kit - github.com/GothicFixTeam/GothicFix/releases/download/v1.8/Gothic1_PlayerKit-2.8.exe4. System Pack - github.com/GothicFixTeam/GothicFix/releases/download/v1.8/G1Classic-SystemPack-1.8.exe[OPTIONAL] DirectX11 Mod - github.com/Kirides/GD3D11/releases/download/v17.7-dev12/Gothic1-GD3D11-17.7-dev12.zipTimestamps:0:00 Intro & Fixes2:42 Premise6:16 Development, Presentation & World Design14:07 Factions25:04 Gameplay33:38 The Big Shadowbeast(s) in the room37:46 ConclusionSupport the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Norco: A Pre-Apocalyptic Adventure Through Near-Future Louisiana | Norco Review thesummerofmark 2022-07-08 | Here's my Norco Review. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkTime stamps:0:00 Intro2:37 Premise & Setting8:29 Presentation13:46 Gameplay17:00 Writing & Themes23:34 ConclusionSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Made Man, The Aggressively Mediocre Mafia Game | Made Man Game Review thesummerofmark 2022-06-18 | Here's my Made Man game review for your enjoyment. Imma go ahead and play some good games now, if you don't mind.Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkTime stamps:0:00 Intro & Mafia lore3:20 Premise & Story6:43 Presentation10:13 Gameplay16:02 ConclusionSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Alpha Protocol is a Beautiful Mess | Alpha Protocol Review thesummerofmark 2022-06-05 | Watch my Alpha Protocol review to find out why it's the most influential and groundbreaking games of the last decade. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkTimestamps:0:00 Intro2:28 Setting & Worldbuilding9:14 Gameplay23:26 Social Mechanics, Choice & Consequence30:39 The Future of Alpha ProtocolSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Why Lady Boyles Last Party is a Masterpiece of Mission Design | Dishonored Gameplay Analysis thesummerofmark 2022-04-25 | Here's my brief Lady Boyle's Last Party Analysis. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:27 Premise & Themes3:13 Mission Flow & Immersive Mechanics9:09 The Caveat10:23 Final ThoughtsSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.com
Why Bioshock 2 is the best in the series | Bioshock 2 Review & Analysis + Minervas Den Review thesummerofmark 2022-04-10 | Bioshock 2 is the best Bioshock in the series. Watch my Bioshock 2 review to find out why. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkTime stamps:0:00 Intro2:52 Premise5:38 General gameplay mechanics9:11 Playing as a Big Daddy10:45 Little Sisters12:27 Big Sisters13:32 [SPOILER] Story of Bioshock 223:05 [SPOILERS] Objectivism vs Collectivism27:55 Minerva's Den36:17 ConclusionGame footage:Bioshock Bioshock 2Deus Ex: Human RevolutionMax PayneNo One Lives ForeverSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.comMelon Tapes - Outro Song/screaming into the mic: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666
The Genius of Deus Exs Liberty Island | Deus Ex Liberty Island Analysis thesummerofmark 2022-03-09 | A short video where I take a look at Deus Ex's notorious first level, Liberty Island. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkTime stamps:0:00 Intro1:25 A N A L Y S I S13:10 Final thoughtsSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.comMelon Tapes - Outro Song/screaming into the mic: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012Artist: http://incompetech.com#DeusEx #LibertyIsland #DeusExLibertyIsland #Gaming #DeusExAnalysis
Bioshock Review | Art Deco Underwater Existential Dread thesummerofmark 2022-03-02 | This is my Bioshock review. Please watch it. Support the channel: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkFollow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thesummerofmarkSources:Rapture leaked: The true story behind the making of BioShock:eurogamer.net/articles/2014-04-17-the-true-story-of-bioshockBioShock First Look - Exclusive First Impressionsgamespot.com/articles/bioshock-first-look-exclusive-first-impressions/1100-6110044Ken Levine on BioShock: The Spoiler Interviewweb.archive.org/web/20091016213627/http://www.shacknews.com/featuredarticle.x?id=539Inside the Making of 'BioShock' Series With Creator Ken Levineweb.archive.org/web/20160916112859/http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/news/we-were-all-miserable-inside-bioshock-video-game-franchise-w439921The Influence of Literature and Myth in Videogamesign.com/articles/2006/05/18/the-influence-of-literature-and-myth-in-videogamesTime stamps:0:00 Intro & Bioshock Remastered Issues3:12 Premise4:33 The Making of: Big Daddies & Little Sisters10:34 Presentation, Rapture & Andrew Ryan25:49 Gameplay32:37 Fort Frolic38:37 Final thoughts & Thank you so muchGame footage:Bioshock Bioshock 2Deus ExDisco ElysiumPrey 2017Arx FatalisSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail & Visuals: cloudcoffinart.comMelon Tapes - Outro Song/screaming into the mic: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666
I Have a Patreon! | the summer of mark channel announcement thesummerofmark 2022-02-06 | Well, I have a Patreon now. Here's the obligatory link: patreon.com/thesummerofmarkSpecial thanks to cloudcoffinart for the thumbnail - cloudcoffinart.comGame footage:Prey 2017Disco ElysiumBeyond Good and EvilArx FatalisSometimes Always MonstersDishonoredVampyrUrban ChaosNo One Lives ForeverDesperados 3Deus Ex: Human RevolutionDeus Ex
The Payne of Existence | Max Payne Full Series Retrospective & Analysis thesummerofmark 2022-01-24 | My needlessly long Max Payne series retrospective.Arkane Studios in-depth look - youtu.be/VJ0eBQ4TlhoRiddick in-depth look - youtu.be/6-0_yOwCaM4Chapters:0:00 Intro6:13 Max Payne32:02 Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne53:21 Max Payne 31:21:00 Thank you so much & outroGame footage:Max Payne Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max PayneMax Payne 3DishonoredGothic 2The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher BayBeyond Good and EvilGiants: Citizen KabutoDark Messiah of Might and MagicFilm Footage:Sex and the CityThe SopranosSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: cloudcoffinart.comMelon Tapes - Outro Song/screaming into the mic: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Risen Review | Engrossing Gothic-Like RPG thesummerofmark 2021-11-28 | Risen Review. Keyword-stuffed description for SEO. Very good RPG. Game is good. Please check out my Risen review for an in-depth look at Risen. #Risen #RisenReview #GamingTime stamps:0:00 Intro2:28 Premise & Setting11:09 Presentation14:51 World Design & Exploration17:14 Immersive design19:40 Gameplay27:15 Quest Design & World Reactivity 30:03 Final ThoughtsGame footage:RisenGothic 2Gothic 3ElexPathologic 2Wasteland 3Song credits:Killer Angels - Chicken Police OSTlofidoneIguess - Melon TapesOld Mine Valley - Gothic 2 OSTOld camp - Gothic OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: cloudcoffinart.comMelon Tapes - Outro Song: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
The Chronicles of Riddick, The Movie Adaptations That Have No Right To Be This Good thesummerofmark 2021-10-31 | The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay and Assault on Dark Athena are some of the most interesting experiments in kitchen sink game design. Join me as I dissect these two little gaming oddities that not only subvert every possible expectation about movie licensed games, but also stand on their own."""""Buy""""" the Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena (includes Escape from Butcher Bay) here: archive.org/details/the-chronicles-of-riddick-assault-on-dark-athena-el-amigos-update-1.1#ChroniclesOfRidick #EscapefromButcherBay #AssaultonDarkAthena #GamingTimestamps:0:00 Intro4:40 Escape From Butcher Bay24:26 Assault on Dark Athena36:44 Final ThoughtsGame footage from:The Operative: No One Lives ForeverNo One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.'s WayDeus Ex: Human RevolutionArx FatalisPathologic 2Disco ElysiumDishonoredPrey 2017Kentucky Route ZeroTV show footage from:OzSong credits:Killer Angels - Chicken Police OSTGlint; Cloak - Duke RandalllofidoneIguess - Melon Tapes Special thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: cloudcoffinart.comMelon Tapes - Outro Song: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M. s Way Review | A Bittersweet End to a Unique Series thesummerofmark 2021-10-03 | Join me in my No One Lives Forever: A Spy In H.A.R.M.’s way review, the second and final installment in the beloved No One Lives Forever series. #NoOneLivesForever2 #NOFL #Gaming0:00 Intro1:17 Setting & Premise3:35 Presentation7:53 Presentation hiccups & performance issues9:29 Writing16:01 Gameplay21:49 Locations22:54 Final thoughtsCheck out EyeBros Cinema here: youtube.com/c/EyebrowCinemaCheck out Melon Tapes here: youtube.com/c/MelonMan666Game footage from:The Operative: No One Lives ForeverNo One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.'s WayThief GodDeus ExDeus Ex: Human RevolutionDishonoredDark Messiah of Might and MagicTV show footage from:Halt and Catch Fire Song credits:Hush Money - This is the Police OSTSubterfuge Shuffle - Gunpoint OSTSiberia - No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.’s Way OSTThe Office - Sam & Max Season 1 OSTBaDeDum Slow - The Operative: No One Lives Forever OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin......Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
The Operative: No One Lives Forever Review | Tinker Tailor Soldier Cate thesummerofmark 2021-09-11 | Join me in my No One Lives Forever Review as I... eh, you already know what this is.Get No One Lives Forever here: http://nolfrevival.tk/#NoOneLivesForever #NoOneLivesForeverReview #Gaming0:00 Intro1:36 Copyright Shenanigans & Fixes3:38 Setting & Premise9:38 Writing & Humour22:57 Gameplay29:15 Conclusion & thank you so much for everything Game footage from:The Operative: No One Lives ForeverNo One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.'s WayBeyond Good and EvilWasteland 3Giants: Citizen KabutoSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin......Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Deus Ex: Human Revolution Review | 10 Year Anniversary Retrospective thesummerofmark 2021-08-19 | Join me in my Deus Ex: Human Revolution review as I take a look at the reboot of one of the most acclaimed video game series of all time.#DeusExHumanRevolution #DeusExHumanRevolutionReview #DeusEx0:00 Intro & Development (Kinda)3:19 Setting & Premise9:34 Adum & Environmental Storytelling13:33 Gameplay & Immersive Mechanics23:52 Exploration & Hubs26:33 Side Quests29:26 ConclusionFootage from:Deus ExDeus Ex: Human RevolutionDeus Ex Invisible WarGothic 2Disco ElysiumSONG CREDITS:NYC Streets; DuClare Chateau - Deus Ex OSTFrustrated Hector - Grim Fandango OSTSingapore Ambient; The Mole; Detroit City Ambient - Michael McCann, Deus Ex: Human Revolution OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin......Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: instagram.com/different_denisFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Beyond Good & Evil Review | Underappreciated Anomaly thesummerofmark 2021-08-08 | This is my Beyond Good & Evil Review. Game is good. SEO SEO SEO. Please like comment subscribe.#BeyondGoodandEvil #BeyondGoodandEvilReview #Gaming0:00 Intro & Development4:00 Fixes5:15 Setting & Premise9:19 Presentation14:17 Gameplay23:22 Final ThoughtsGame footage from:Beyond Good & EvilGothic 2Arx FatalisDeus Ex: Human RevolutionSONG CREDITS:The Office, Sam and Max Season 1 OST; The Mad Doctor, The Chicken Police OST; 2004 Pontiac Aztek, Dad HazeSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin......Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d......Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Deus Ex Review | 21-Year Anniversary Retrospective thesummerofmark 2021-06-20 | Join me in my Deus Ex review as I gush my way through one of my favorite games of all time. #DeusEx #DeusExReview #DeusExGame0:00 Intro & Development3:54 Setting & Premise11:13 Presentation14:51 Gameplay & Immersive Mechanics26:00 Map Design28:46 Final ThoughtsGame footage from:Deus ExArx FatalisDishonoredPreyDark Messiah of Might and MagicSONG CREDITS:NYC Streets; DuClare Chateau; Liberty Island; The Synapse (Hong Kong Streets) - Alexander Bradon, Deus Ex OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin......Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d......Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Sacrifice Review | Underrated Action/RTS Hybrid thesummerofmark 2021-05-26 | Join me in my Sacrifice Review as I take a brief look at one of the most interesting gaming anomalies of the early 2000s. 0:00 Intro2:08 Premise3:27 Presentation8:15 Gameplay15:38 Final Thoughts Windows 10 fix:1. Download the latest version of dgVoodoo 2 - http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2/2. Extract zip3. Copy MS and 3Dfx contents to game folder (either the x86 or x64 subfolders from each, depending on the case)4. Open dgVoodooSetup and configure game. Make sure to check the box removing the watermark. 5. Start game. If each box from the menu mentions vodoo, you did good.Framerate fix:1. Press Windows + R to open Windows Run Dialog2. Type regedit and press enter to open system registry3. Go to Shiny Entertainment - Options - and look for "Target Framerate" 4. Right click - Modify - type the framerate at which you wish the game to run at.Game footage from:SacrificeHomeworld RemasteredWorld in ConflictGothic 2Arx FatalisGiants: Citizen KabutoSONG CREDITS:2004 Pontiak Aztec - Dad HazeMr Frustration - Grim Fandango OSTSnus, This is the Police OST Shady Figures At Coconut-Cauldron - Laszlo 'vincenzo' Vincze, The Chicken Police OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin......Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d......Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Disco Elysium - The Final Cut Review (Sorta) | Still The GOAT thesummerofmark 2021-05-08 | Join me in my Disco Elysium - The Final Cut Review… ah, screw it, you know I loved it.Special thanks to the ridiculously talented Cake for the awesome intro. Check her out here: twitter.com/Cakefan220On that same note, special thanks to Salt for yelling into the mic for me. Check out his channel here: youtube.com/channel/UCQrDV_RiKJ-cNyyMdTjzREQ0:00 Intro2:02 Premise6:20 Setting9:31 RPG Mechanics24:10 Writing & Quests31:31 Final ThoughtsCited sources:ign.com/articles/disco-elysium-the-final-cut-voice-acting-console-releasewashingtonpost.com/video-games/2021/03/19/what-is-disco-elysium-final-cutgamesradar.com/the-making-of-disco-elysium-how-zaum-created-one-of-the-most-original-rpgs-of-the-decadeSONG CREDITS:Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/...Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-...Artist: http://incompetech.com/2004 Pontiak Aztec - Dad HazeDance with me Dream - Laser Destroyer Team, Always Sometimes Monsters OSTWhirling in Rags 8AM; Tiger King - British Sea Power, Disco Elysium OSTWhat's Your Poison; The Sexy Brutale Theme - The Sexy Brutale OSTBlue Hector - Grim Fandango OSTBillabong - Bob Barnard, This is the Police OST Special thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Follow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Gothic 2 Review | The Absolute Pinnacle of Eurojank Role Playing Games thesummerofmark 2021-04-17 | This is it, folks. The one and the only. My Gothic 2 review. Special thanks to MelonMan for the cameo. Check out his channel: youtube.com/channel/UCv6GE7EHNZU-BLHXiQq546A0:00 Intro and Fixes2:40 Premise7:16 Presentation & Detail12:36 World Design24:08 Gameplay & Progression29:47 Progression Issues31:46 Final ThoughtsLinks: Gothic 2 essential fixesGothic 2 report version: https://www.worldofgothic.de/dl/download_278.htmGothic 2 player kit: https://www.worldofgothic.de/dl/download_168.htmGothic 2 system pack: https://forum.worldofplayers.de/forum/threads/1340357-Release-Gothic-%C2%BD-%C2%97-SystemPack-%28ENG-DEU%29Gothic 2 Character Building Guide (also contains the maps and the learning point thresholds I used in the video): reddit.com/r/worldofgothic/comments/4ld8t6/gothic_2_notr_building_guideGothic 2 chests lists: http://folm1.blogspot.com/2010/06/gothic-2-chest-codes.html#Gothic2 #Gothic2Review #Gaming SONG CREDITS:Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012Artist: http://incompetech.com2004 Pontiak Aztec - Dad HazeShady Figures At Coconut-Cauldron - Laszlo 'vincenzo' Vincze, The Chicken Police OSTWhat's Your Poison - The Sexy Brutale OSTBlue Hector; Smooth Hector; Mr. Frustration; 03 Blues For Mr. T - Grim Fandango OSTThe Office - Sam & Max OSTOld Habits; Snus - Ben Matthews, This is the Police 2 OST Special thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Jade Empire Review | It Could Have Been So Much Better thesummerofmark 2021-03-20 | Link to the article cited in the video:nytimes.com/2005/04/19/arts/do-you-speak-tho-fan-its-all-the-rage-in-jade-empire.html?referringSource=articleShareWelcome to my Jade Empire Review, where I take a look at one of the most unique RPGs of the last 2 decades. I didn't like it that much, tho.0:00 Intro & Development2:14 Setting & Premise6:52 Presentation & Detail8:36 Presentation Hiccups11:53 Quests & Writing19:40 Combat21:35 Final Thoughts #Jade Empire #JadeEmpireReview #GamingSONG CREDITS:Brunch With Alan - Dad HazeShady Figures At Coconut-Cauldron; Get A Bite of Me Baby; The Mad Doctor; - Laszlo 'vincenzo' Vincze, The Chicken Police OSTBlue Hector; Smooth Hector; Mr. Frustration; 03 Blues For Mr. T - Grim Fandango OSTThe Office - Sam & Max OSTOld Habits - Ben Matthews, This is the Police 2 OST Special thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Giants: Citizen Kabuto Review | 20-Year Anniversary Retrospective thesummerofmark 2021-02-13 | Note: I wasn't aware of the accusations against Jeremy Soule when writing the script for this video.Join me in my Giants: Citizen Kabuto as I take a look at one of the first titles that experimented with asymmetrical gameplay and managed to seamlessly blend multiple genres. Join the Giants: Citizen Kabuto official fan community here: discord.gg/Avj4azU0:00 Intro1:00 Background & Development & Essential Fixes2:40 Presentation & Detail8:56 Mecc Campaign 14:10 Delphi Campaign19:14 Kabuto Campaign 22:24 Multiplayer & Final Thoughts#GiantsCitizenKabutoReview #GiantsCitizenKabuto #GamingBuy Giants: Citizen Kabuto on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/557750/Giants_Citizen_KabutoBuy Giants: Citizen Kabuto on GOG: gog.com/game/giants_citizen_kabutoSONG CREDITS:Brunch With Alan - Dad Haze'Round Gunpoint - Francisco Cerda, Gunpoint OSTTwilight Eternal - Poker Night OST Shady Figures At Coconut-Cauldron; Get A Bite of Me Baby; The Mad Doctor; Killer Angels - Laszlo 'vincenzo' Vincze, The Chicken Police OSTGambling Glottis; High Roller - Grim Fandango OSTThe Office - Sam & Max OSTOld Habits - Ben Matthews, This is the Police 2 OST Special thanks to:Tig, admin @ Giants: Citizen Kabuto Discord community for his help. Check out his stuff here: youtube.com/channel/UCH4XI3mPu2Zn2_aX2BNnGiACloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Freedom Fighters Review | thesummerofmark thesummerofmark 2021-01-23 | A sleeper hit of the early noughties, Freedom Fighters has been recently digitally released after spending almost a decade in abandonware limbo. Join me in my Freedom Fighters Review as I take a look at one of the more unique third-person shooters of the 2000s. #FreedomFighters #FreedomFightersReview #Gaming 00:00 Intro2:08 Premise4:26 Presentation & Detail & Soundtrack7:28 Presentation Flaws8:27 Gameplay12:26 Flaws13:42 Redemption & Final ThoughtsDad Haze - Brunch with AlanTwilight Eternal - Poker Night 2 OSTWhat's Your Poison; - The Sexy Brutale OSTThe Office - Sam & Max Season 1 OSTSnus; Old Habits; Groundhog - Ben Matthews, This is the Police 2 Official OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Pathologic 2 Review thesummerofmark 2021-01-10 | Join me in my Pathologic 2 Review as I clunkily analyze one of the most interesting games of the last few years. Expect some blurry footage and a decent amount of lukewarm takes.0:00 Intro & Tutorial3:02 Presentation & Detail6:04 Sound Design & Ost8:38 Presentation Hiccups 9:30 Gameplay Mechanics & Philosophy20:19 Themes 23:12 Wrap Up#Pathologic2 #Pathologic2Review #GamingDad Haze - Brunch with AlanTwilight Eternal - Poker Night 2 OSTMr. Frustration - Grim Fandango OSTWhat's Your Poison; - The Sexy Brutale OSTThe Office - Sam & Max Season 1 OSTSnus; Old Habits; Groundhog; In From the Cold - Ben Matthews, This is the Police 2 Official OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
A (Relatively) In-Depth Look at the Games of Arkane Studios | Arkane Studios 20th Anniversary thesummerofmark 2020-12-13 | CORRECTION: The picture of Todd Vaughn is actually of Pete Hines. CORRECTION 2: I accidentally used the title screen for Dishonored in the Dishonored 2 section. I've gathered all my thoughts about the games of Arkane Studios in one neat, 40-minute video. Join me as I take a look at the evolution of Arkane Studios, and how they’ve honed their craft over the last 20 years.Games featured: Arx Fatalis, Dark Messiah of Might & Magic, Dishonored, Dishonored 2, Prey#ArkaneStudios #Gaming #Dishonored #Dishonored 2 #Prey #ArxFatalis #DarkMessiah 00:00 Intro2:20 Brief History of Arkane & Definition of Immersive Sims7:31 Arx Fatalis14:31 Dark Messiah of Might & Magic20:00 Dishonored25:46 Dishonored 232:13 Prey38:09 Final Thoughts & Future of ArkaneSONG CREDITS:Uno Mas Tiempo - Laser Destroyer Team, Always Sometimes Monsters OSTBrunch With Adam; - Dad HazeTwilight Eternal - Poker Night 2 OSTMr. Frustration; Blue Hector; ; Gambling Glottis - Grim Fandango OSTWhat's Your Poison; - The Sexy Brutale OSTThe Office; Twilight Eternal - Sam & Max Season 1 OSTSnus; Old Habits; Groundhog; From the Old; In From the Cold; - Ben Matthews, This is the Police 2 Official OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
Vampyr Review | Just Short of Being Great thesummerofmark 2020-11-23 | Join me in my Vampyr Review as I take a look at one of the most unique and ambitious RPGs of the last decade. And yeah, that's Clive Owen from The Knick. Links:bbc.com/news/uk-wales-48235012#Vampyr #VampyrReview #Gaming00:00 Intro1:44 Story & Premise4:03 Setting7:44 Presentation, Visuals & Soundtrack11:30 Social RPG Mechanics 17:51 RPG Mechanics, Combat, Level Design21:50 Final ThoughtsFootage Credits: The Knick, Season 1, Episode 1SONG CREDITS:Uno Mas Tiempo - Laser Destroyer Team, Always Sometimes Monsters OSTBrunch With Adam; 2004 Pontiac Aztek - Dad HazeMr. Frustration; Blue Hector; Swanky Maximino; Lost Soul's Alliance; High Roller; Gambling Glottis - Grim Fandango OSTWhat's Your Poison; - The Sexy Brutale OSTThe Office - Sam & Max Season 1 OSTSpecial thanks to:Cloud Coffin Art - Thumbnail, intro banner: https://www.instagram.com/cloudcoffin...Daniel Boiangiu aka different_dennis - Channel Logo: https://www.instagram.com/different_d...Dad Haze - Intro/Outro Song: dadhaze.bandcamp.com/releasesFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/thesummerofmark
