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More audio-described Fortnite! (self.Blind)
submitted by VantaBirb
Hey y’all— u/bradley22 posted a video of mine here a while back, in which I did some descriptive audio for some of my Fortnite gameplay. I was so overwhelmed by all the positive feedback I got from y’all that I decided to do another one and make an account here on reddit! I’d love to know everyone’s thoughts on it: $1
MessyConfessor 5 points 4y ago
Hey my dude? I am super jealous of your descriptive abilities. I do what I can when watching non-DVS movies with my partner, but I get flustered and have a hard time deciding which details to keep/cut from my narration. I realize you're not doing this live, but it is still incredibly impressive work and I hope you'll keep doing it.
You got a Patreon or anything? Hit me up via DM if you're uncomfortable posting it publicly here.
You got a Patreon or anything? Hit me up via DM if you're uncomfortable posting it publicly here.
VantaBirb [OP] 3 points 4y ago
Thanks so much! I seriously appreciate the feedback. Honestly, my description in these videos is the result of a LOT of trial and error. Watching the footage, typing stuff out, watching it again, re-writing stuff, etc.
I also watch a lot of non-DVS TV and movies with my good friend u/sightlesssenshi. u/dancingpianofairy and I will supply live description in those situations, and what we tend to do is include only the information that can’t be gained via dialogue or sound effects. Our descriptions aren’t always perfect since it’s done live, but we try lol. When there’s more room between dialogue, we’ll spend a little more time going into detail about non-essential stuff, if that makes sense.
I also watch a lot of non-DVS TV and movies with my good friend u/sightlesssenshi. u/dancingpianofairy and I will supply live description in those situations, and what we tend to do is include only the information that can’t be gained via dialogue or sound effects. Our descriptions aren’t always perfect since it’s done live, but we try lol. When there’s more room between dialogue, we’ll spend a little more time going into detail about non-essential stuff, if that makes sense.
VantaBirb [OP] 1 points 4y ago
Also, I’m working on setting up PayPal! I’ll post updates as they come. :D
Drunken_Idaho 2 points 4y ago
For what its worth I'd really like to see more of these. You do good descriptions, and having any described shooter type stuff is pretty rare. Awesome work!
VantaBirb [OP] 2 points 4y ago
Thanks so much! I’ve got other games I’d like to do descriptions for, like The Witcher III, Bloodborne, Dark Souls, etc. But I’ll definitely do more Fortnite, as well as other shooters!
Drunken_Idaho 2 points 4y ago
There is a youtuber you may have heard of whose channel is called AudioDescribedGaming. He does a lot of rpg's and some old school Japanese style games. He's really good as well. Its nice to have some more fast paced stuff to watch.
I spent a lot of time over the years watching my buddies play these kinds of games and I really enjoy watching this particular kind of stuff. We appreciate your content a lot on this sub. Keep em coming and also you might consider a Patreon if you don't already have one. This is kinda a niche thing but you never know. It may at least pay your internet bill so you can keep playing Fortnight lol.
I spent a lot of time over the years watching my buddies play these kinds of games and I really enjoy watching this particular kind of stuff. We appreciate your content a lot on this sub. Keep em coming and also you might consider a Patreon if you don't already have one. This is kinda a niche thing but you never know. It may at least pay your internet bill so you can keep playing Fortnight lol.
VantaBirb [OP] 1 points 4y ago
Hey y’all. A lot of you have been asking about ways you can help support my YouTube channel. Patreon still might happen in the future, but for now, I’ve set up a page on Ko-fi where you can make individual donations, if you like! $1
rkingett 1 points 4y ago
I loved this! But is there a way you could include game audio as well? Or would that be too loud? I loved your description writing ability. You know, $1
Do you have a Patreon? Is there a playlist with descriptive videos on your channel yet?
Do you have a Patreon? Is there a playlist with descriptive videos on your channel yet?
VantaBirb [OP] 1 points 4y ago
Thank you! And yep, the in-game audio should be in there already. I did lower it slightly, so as not to drown out my descriptions. But I’ll fiddle with the audio levels in future videos to make sure both my descriptions and the in-game audio are sufficiently audible. :)
I’ll also definitely make a playlist of descriptive videos on my channel. I hadn’t thought of that before, but that’s a fantastic idea. Also, in lieu of Patreon, I’ll be setting up PayPal soon to accept donations. :D Stay tuned!
I’ll also definitely make a playlist of descriptive videos on my channel. I hadn’t thought of that before, but that’s a fantastic idea. Also, in lieu of Patreon, I’ll be setting up PayPal soon to accept donations. :D Stay tuned!
rkingett 2 points 4y ago
If these descriptive gameplays will be common, I will subscribe! As of right now, I listen to more review based channels, because gameplay channels just are not my thing, usually, but these could be a unique twist. I shared your 2 DVS videos to truck drivers I know who are gamers. They love it.
VantaBirb [OP] 1 points 4y ago
I’m gonna try to make them a regular thing! Just how regular, I can’t really say at the moment, simply because I work full-time and have piss-poor recording equipment and software lol. I basically just do everything right on my PS4, so it takes a while. BUT, I’m still gonna try! I’m actually working on a video featuring some gameplay from The Witcher III, so hopefully I’ll be able to post that soon.
Nandflash 1 points 4y ago
I'm not the guy who made it, but the game audio is in the video.
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