+22

Video Game Logic - The tragedy of loss...in a universe of Phoenix Downs and whatnots...

PROTIP: Press the ← and → keys to navigate the gallery, 'g' to view the gallery, or 'r' to view a random image.

MAJOR CHARACTER DEATHD Wait, WHAT!? They make such a giant fuzz because she died...when they have powers to resurrect her!? Why don't they use any of that on HER!? I mean... So messedD EDITED BY: ALIENPATCH K009@tumblr

View Gallery Random Image

Top Comments

Krazy Kricketune

Oct 24, 2014 at 06:06PM EDT

they dont use items because the plot demands it.

…Youre looking WAY to deep into this, pal.
.
Its a gameplay design, it doesnt have to be connected to the plot (at least, not "directly"), if so, that would mean that EVERY game that uses healing items should not have a character dying, because they have those… that the player decides to use just to win a battle.
.
I mean, seriously?

+ Add a Comment

Comments (16)

Display Comments

+ Add an Image

Image Details

3,446 views (16 from today)

Uploaded Oct 22, 2014 at 05:16AM EDT

Origin Entry

Video Game Logic

Notes

Original comic: http://k009.tumblr.com/post/95396501807/unbelievable
Original posted first by: Combo Breaker

I know a lot of people have made the joke before me, but I'm not exactly kidding. They treat Aerith's death as the most tragic, life-changing event, which then would trigger the obsession with sadness and angst on videogames (among other stuff)…when they live in a world where you can resurrect people from such things! How can you try and pull off a dramatic death and subsequent themes of grieving, acceptance and such when you live in a world where this kind of deaths can be solved!?

I mean, yeah, I know the resurrections maybe don't always work, or maybe it doesn't stop certain ways of dying, but it's not like it's not worth a try. After all, if you had the ways to prevent or solve a problem that endangers someone's life, like an illness, a wildfire or a work-related accident, wouldn't you use it to do so?!?

Downvote me if you want, but it's my opinion. I'd love, however, to see a FF game (or any other sort of game) where the mechanics and limitations of the Phoenix DownWright and health potions or such are explored and discussed, just to deconstruct something. Next to angsty stories, I know you gamers love that crud…

P.D: No offense to gamers or those who liked this game/scene.

click to expand

About the Uploader

Wolfrangium

Commentator

Textile Embed

 !https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/852/110/f65.png!

Today's Top Image Galleries

Anatomy of a Gamer	Fiona Harvey Is Martha Theories
Bro Visited His Friend	Sweet Baby Inc Controversy

Legal Information: Know Your Meme ® is a trademark of Literally Media Ltd. By using this site, you are agreeing by the site's terms of use and privacy policy and DMCA policy.
© 2007-2024 Literally Media Ltd.

Video Game Logic - The tragedy of loss...in a universe of Phoenix Downs and whatnots...

Top Comments

Krazy Kricketune

patriot712

Comments (16)

Add a Comment

O HAI! You must login or signup first!

Also Trending:

More:

Top Comments

Comments (16)

Add a Comment

O HAI! You must login or signup first!

Already a memeber?

Don't have an account?