ニーアの始まりは鬱すぎた…子供を食べるエルフと殺しを楽しむ主人公の物語【ホラゲー】【ドラッグオンドラグーン1】

ニーアの始まりは鬱すぎた…子供を食べるエルフと殺しを楽しむ主人公の物語【ホラゲー】【ドラッグオンドラグーン1】

The beginning of NieR was too depressing... A story of an elf who eats children and a protagonist who enjoys killing [Horror game] [Drakengard 1]

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  • ニーアの始まりは鬱すぎた…子供を食べるエルフと殺しを楽しむ主人公の物語【ホラゲー】【ドラッグオンドラグーン1】 — observed on 20261025-1017 UTC (YouTube)
🎙 良作鬱ゲーサークル【ゆっくり解説】 👥 140K 📅 October 25, 2026 ⏱ 60 min 👁 450 📄 documentary 🧭 2026-10-25
Available in: English (current) Français

Keywords

DrakengardYoko Taromultiple endingscontract systemNieR

Summary

The video is a detailed commentary on the 2003 game Drakengard (Drag-On Dragoon), the directorial debut of Yoko Taro. It explains the game’s setting, characters, and the unique contract system where characters exchange hearts with monsters, losing bodily functions. The story follows Caim, a prince turned mercenary who loves killing, and his pact with a red dragon named Angel. The video covers the main plot through the A ending, then explores alternate endings B, C, D, and E, each more despairing than the last. It highlights the infamous ’locker incident’ caused by frustrated players, the game’s connection to the later NieR series, and Yoko Taro’s philosophy that killers do not deserve happy endings. The discussion includes character analyses, weapon stories, and the impact of the game on players. The video is presented in a yukkuri commentary style with two characters discussing the game, providing both narrative and critical insight.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The video offers substantial value by thoroughly explaining Drakengard’s complex plot and multiple endings, which are often confusing to players. It connects the game to the broader Yoko Taro universe, showing how Drakengard’s E ending leads to the world of NieR. The argumentation is coherent, presenting the game’s dark themes and the director’s intent as a consistent philosophy. The analysis of the contract system and its consequences is particularly insightful, highlighting the symbolic weight of each character’s sacrifice. While the video contains subjective praise and personal reactions, these are clearly communicated as opinions, and the factual game details appear accurate.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The video does not cite external sources beyond the background music and sound effects, which are noted in the description. The game itself is the primary source, and the video seems well-informed about the game’s mechanics and story. The title is catchy and relevant, though it somewhat overemphasizes the ‘beginning of NieR’ aspect, which is only a small part of the content. The commentary is presented in an entertaining yet structured manner, covering the game comprehensively. Public comments were not provided, so no analysis of audience reception is possible.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, emphasizing the depressing nature and the connection to the NieR series, though it focuses more on the entire game than just its beginning.

Quality & Reliability

7/10

The video provides a comprehensive and accurate overview of Drakengard's story, characters, and multiple endings, but includes subjective commentary and speculative interpretations. The information aligns with known facts about the game and its creator Yoko Taro, though some opinions are presented as analysis.

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Contribution & Novelties

The video provides a comprehensive, spoiler-filled walkthrough of Drakengard’s narrative across all five endings, highlighting the game’s unique contract system and its thematic connections to Yoko Taro’s later works. It brings new viewers into the depressing world of the game, explaining the origins of the ’locker incident’ and the game’s impact on the creator. The analysis of each ending’s consequences for the world and characters offers a clear framework for understanding the NieR timeline.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows high scores in information quantity and quality, reflecting the video's detailed coverage, with somewhat lower technical difficulty since it's a gameplay/story commentary. Global reliability is moderate, as the video is based on game knowledge rather than academic sources.

Reliability 7/10