From Dark Souls to Elden Ring: Modern RPGs
Action RPG Evolution - A curated collection from Noah Caldwell-Gervais
About this Rabbit Hole
Ever found yourself lost in the labyrinthine world of Action RPGs, wondering what sets them apart from the rest? Join Noah Caldwell-Gervais as he takes you on a mind-bending journey through the evolution of this beloved genre. From dissecting the intricate mechanics of iconic titles like Dark Souls and Bloodborne to unraveling the philosophical depths of titles like Disco Elysium, prepare to have your gaming worldview turned upside down. And just when you thought you knew everything about these games, Noah unveils surprising connections that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about RPGs. Watch in order or skip around — each video adds a new layer.
Videos in this Rabbit Hole
I Beat the Dark Souls Trilogy and All I Made Was This Lousy Video Essay
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Who knew beating Dark Souls could lead to such an introspective and visually compelling video essay? Definitely not the developers, I'm guessing. Kudos to Noah for turning the struggles of "Git Gud" into a thoughtful journey worth watching.
Souls Inheritors: Bloodborne vs. Sekiro vs. Elden Ring [Spoilers]
![Souls Inheritors: Bloodborne vs. Sekiro vs. Elden Ring [Spoilers] by Noah Caldwell-Gervais](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hPRo4arGaSk/hqdefault.jpg)
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Diving into the tangled universe of From Software games is like trying to unravel the plot of Inception after a double espresso— exhilarating and slightly headache-inducing. Still, I can't help but admire the sheer madness and brilliance of it all.
Judicial Opinions: What Makes Disco Elysium a Modern Classic? [Full Spoilers]
![Judicial Opinions: What Makes Disco Elysium a Modern Classic? [Full Spoilers] by Noah Caldwell-Gervais](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/n_7ngJDbUQE/hqdefault.jpg)
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Disco Elysium's blend of political commentary and dark humor is a cocktail that leaves you dizzy - and begging for more. A deep dive into the mind-bending narrative will have you questioning your own morality.
A Thorough Look at Dragon Age [Revised/Expanded/HD]
![A Thorough Look at Dragon Age [Revised/Expanded/HD] by Noah Caldwell-Gervais](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vrd6GpZXvdk/hqdefault.jpg)
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After watching this video, I feel like I just completed a Dragon Age marathon in a fraction of the time, with all the insights and zero loading screens. Now, I'm tempted to replay the entire series again - thanks for the nostalgia trip!
A Thorough Look at Fallout [Revised/Expanded/HD]
![A Thorough Look at Fallout [Revised/Expanded/HD] by Noah Caldwell-Gervais](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/V7FLCg4KdyE/hqdefault.jpg)
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Noah Caldwell Gervais taking us through the Fallout franchise feels like a wild post-apocalyptic rollercoaster ride - a deep dive into the nuclear wasteland that's as thorough as a Deathclaw's hunt. Time to grab some Nuka-Cola and settle in for this epic journey.
A Thorough Look at Mass Effect
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Two and a half hours dissecting the Mass Effect trilogy? That's longer than some of my relationships, and probably just as emotionally intense. Kudos to this content creator for going deep on one of gaming's most beloved series.
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