The Bad Endings that were Cooler than the Good Ones

💀Many video games offer multiple endings, including bad endings that can be more interesting and exciting than the good ones.

🔥The Outer Worlds presents a choice between two factions, leading to different endings. The 'bad' ending where you skip the ship into the sun is surprisingly cool.

😈In Spider-Man: Web of Shadows, choosing the evil path results in ruling New York with an army of symbiote monsters. A definite upgrade from the 'good' ending.

🖤Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice offers the Shura ending, where the protagonist becomes a bloodthirsty killing machine. It may be morally wrong, but it's undeniably badass.

👿Catherine's bad ending involves Vincent turning into a demon and ruling over Hell with his demon girlfriend. It's definitely not the traditional happy ever after.

Why do some video games have bad endings?

—Developers include bad endings to provide players with different outcomes and consequences based on their choices throughout the game.

Are bad endings always 'bad'?

—No, bad endings can often be more exciting and interesting than the good ones, offering unique experiences and unexpected twists.

What makes a bad ending cooler than a good one?

—A bad ending can be considered cooler if it allows players to embrace the dark side, wield more power, or experience a different perspective from the protagonist's journey.

Are bad endings more common in certain game genres?

—Bad endings can be found in a variety of game genres, including RPGs, action-adventure, and even puzzle games. It depends on the game's narrative and design choices.

Can bad endings affect the player's overall experience?

—Yes, bad endings can leave a lasting impact on players, offering a different perspective on the game's story and characters. They can enhance replayability and encourage players to explore different paths and choices.

00:00Introduction to the topic of bad endings in video games and their potential to be cooler than good endings.

02:23Highlight of The Outer Worlds' 'bad' ending where you skip the ship into the sun, which is surprisingly cool and unexpected.

05:29Explanation of Spider-Man: Web of Shadows' evil ending where the protagonist rules New York with an army of symbiote monsters, a definite upgrade from the 'good' ending.

08:10Discussion of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's Shura ending where the protagonist becomes a bloodthirsty killing machine, undeniably badass but morally questionable.

10:51Overview of Catherine's bad ending where the protagonist turns into a demon and rules over Hell with his demon girlfriend, definitely not the traditional happy ever after.

12:43Wrap-up of the video, emphasizing the appeal and impact of bad endings in video games and their ability to provide unique experiences and unexpected twists.