Yoshi's Crafted World is just around the corner, launching on Switch towards the end of this month, and we're sure there will be lots of adorable little moments to discover when it finally does arrive. Some fans have picked up on one particularly interesting scene in the game already, though, thanks to an early preview video.
Just a few days ago, IGN shared a new stage from Nintendo's upcoming platformer called 'Weighing Acorns', giving us a look at both the regular and flip sides of the level. Towards the end of this level, Yoshi can be seen constructing a little bus stop before waiting for a bus to appear in a lovely little cutscene.
Now, while it might not be obvious at first, the bus stop seems to bear a pretty striking resemblance to the hugely famous bus stop scene in Studio Ghibli's animated film, My Neighbor Totoro. You can see the still shot of Yoshi's Crafted World above, and we've included an image of the Totoro scene below; as spotted by Reddit user, Bread_Truck, notice how it's not just Totoro's facial features which seem to have been recreated for the stand, but also his triangular markings going all the way up the ramp. Even the stop sign is made up of the exact same shapes.
Couple all of that with the fact that this is an actual, working bus stop, rather than just a missable bit of scenery in the background, and we're almost convinced that this is a little nod to the film.
If you're interested in seeing the scene for yourself, you can catch it at around the 8-minute mark in the video below.
What do you think? A nice little reference to one of Japan's most popular animated icons? Or just an awfully big coincidence? Feel free to argue your case in the comments below.
[source reddit.com, via youtu.be]
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Don't want to get catty but I pawsed the video and I just ain't feline it.
"You can see the still shot of Yoshi's Crafted World above, and we've included an image of the Totoro scene below"
Why couldn't you put the images next to each other for easier comparison? Now I have to scroll down, past a second ad... Oh wait...
Edit: Nope. Don't see it.
Cute picture, I like the yoshi one better though
Hmm... would have been nice to discover this on my own in the game.
I'm glad I'll be able to pick this up in a couple weeks. I enjoyed the short demo, and the environments remind me of Yoshi's Story. YS is easily my favorite Yoshi game.
@justin233 And yet, you came on in and clicked the article?
@AlohaPizzaJack See the thumbnail next to the post title on the home page? Not much avoidance with no warning. Also, the title itself spoils it - well, I guess they use the word “could” but it pretty obviously “is”. Might as well click when already spoiled.
there's more!
On Totoro's head there's a green leaf. On the stand there are two yellow leaves of the same kind
Waited for this game since forever
@Tsurii Here come the downvotes.
i just found out Mother 3 had a nod to this film too.
Cool. You know... I've never watched any of Ghibli's stuff before. Is it worth it?
There isn't a cover in the anime scene shown though. It's just two things standing there.
@MysticGengar YES!!!!!!! It's incredibly worth it. You have to watch at least one of Ghibli's movies before you die! They are fantastic pieces that touched many hearts upon release (including mine). Feel free to choose from the lists and watch the one you are most interested in!
(I personally favor Spirited Away)
@MysticGengar Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke and Valley of the Wind are my favorites. Definitely worth checking out!
@Lordplops You are on a roll. Lol
Must... resist... watching... don't... want... spoilers....... aaaaaaaaah!!
@MysticGengar Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away are life-changing masterpieces. Watch them now!
I have not seen the movie yet, but the recreated scene in Yoshi's Crafted World looks beautiful! So many different amazing/striking colors! It is almost mesmerizing just looking at it! Well done dev team!
@Reigestugatensho @Quarth @justin233
Alrighty then. Judging by popular vote, I'll take a look at Spirited away soon. Thanks!
@MysticGengar Yes definitely. There is nothing else quite like their films, and the good news is that there are quite a few of them to choose from.
Don't start with Grave of the Fireflies. You'll be sitting in the corner with a towel over your head, bawling your eyes out.
Okay, so let me get this straight: These scenes are basically the same, because there are two characters waiting for a bus and the bus sign in both is round?🤔
WOW! 🤪
This game really does look beautifully crafted. Really hope it’s not too easy.
@MrBlacky
That scene in Totoro is incredibly famous in Japan. Though the film debuted in the late 80s, it has endured, and Totoro merchandise still sells and is refreshed yearly, kind of like Mickey Mouse, Totoro is a symbol of its studio (Ghibli) and has classic roots, well-loved by many.
To someone very familiar with the scene, it is only a little subtle. It's a bus stop with Totoro hints all over it.
@aaronsullivan
Two characters are waiting for a bus (and only just because they play in co-op). This is basically the ONLY similarity (and only just because they play in co-op). EVERYTHING ELSE isn't even remotely the same or even similar (oh, except the sign, which is round😑).
I mean, this is nice and all, but when is Nintendo cancelling Link’s Awakening and replacing the trailer with Ponyo in the ocean instead of Link?
Could be pretty awesome to have a Totoro-Nintendo crossover game. Instead of rabbids ala Ubisoft, we could have something really awesome like a Totoro and Zelda rpg, or something.
Classic movie, can't wait to show it to my kids when they're slightly older.
@MrBlacky I'm gonna assume the roof of the bus stop is also part of the reference as well. At least that's the assumption I made.
yes there are similarities, nice one!
Awesome! I'll take it!
@MysticGengar Yes, vary worth it! Just make sure to grab the good ones like Totoro, Nashika and the Valley of the Wind, Kiki, Spirited away, Princess Moninoke, Castle in the sky and more! It's all amazing and magical stuff!
It could be, or it could nod be 🤷🏼♂️
(Sorry 😂)
Tenuous.
...Video is unavailable...not that I really care...because I have the movie. lol
@justin233 if you've got a little one, Ponyo all the way
@Tsurii
Bait
@Muddy_4_Ever I expected to love Ponyo but just didn’t. I found it boring aside from when she was in the ocean or lab or whatever (it’s been a few years). That was beautifully animated. I don’t dislike the movie, it’s just not on the level of the others.
@justin233 Oh, Spirited Away and Mononoke are better films. But my daughter was five when Ponyo came out and she watched it on an endless loop. The lack of conflict, the soothing visuals and music, and the kiddie cuteness made this the perfect movie for her demo .
Cool. Would be neat if they got to ride the CatBus. But that would be far less subtle.
@Muddy_4_Ever Spirted away is good, but Princess Mononoke always made me a little depressed. I like almost all the Miyazaki movies, though. They’re so rich in beauty and detail, including Ponyo. I see why Ponyo appeals mainly to children, though. My neighbor Totoro will always be my favorite.
That's pretty cool.
@justin233 I had a disappointing experience the first time I watched Ponyo, as well. However, watching it again I quickly changed my mind and now have seen it at least a dozen times. It's one of my favorites.
Had a similar experience with Howl's moving castle, which I also grew to love. They both have an abrupt ending, actually, and I think I find comfort in a typical 3-act structure and at least a little telegraphing about character arcs, where Miyazaki weaves theme, ideas, and feelings in with just as much importance as plot and character. For me at least, that seems to make it hard to set my expectations on first viewing. I'm left a little unsettled at the end. Then, on repeat viewings I know the framework and all the wonderful elements land beautifully.
Really all his movies are a bit like this. Nausicaa and Laputa (castle in the sky) are more traditional in their structure which works great for Nausicaa on repeat viewings but makes Laputa a bit slow for me.
@aaronsullivan You know - I think it's the fact that I took what I thought was a "date" to see Ponyo and it was overall a very strange night that I always try to forget. The abrupt ending is also one of the things that I didn't enjoy about the film. Howl's Moving Castle didn't bother me as much.
@justin233 Well, that's intriguing. I'll say that your state of mind is a huge part of enjoying a movie. People have to suspend their own disbelief but also buy into the emotions and characters. If you are distracted by other things in the forefront of your mind, it will be hard to enjoy any movie.
Total digression here, but that's partly why these social-issue-based attacks on movies are so sad as it predisposes some people to not enjoy something they could have otherwise liked or even loved.
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