Exo One Full Story Explained and Theories PS4/PS5 Launch! June 27, 2024 (XBOX/STEAM)

Summary

The video explores the mysterious and deeply philosophical narrative of *X01*, a game that blends space exploration, alien technology, and existential themes. Set in the aftermath of a failed mission to Jupiter, the lone survivor, the commander, embarks on a journey to save his crew using an alien craft. The story is intentionally obscure, allowing players to piece together fragmented details while exploring questions of time travel, identity, and the human mind. The game invites a range of interpretations, offering a complex and emotionally charged experience with open-ended theories about the protagonist’s transformation and the nature of the universe itself.

Takeaways

• 😀 *X01* is an obscure, narrative-driven game where players piece together a fragmented story through captions and audio.
• 😀 The main character, the commander, is the sole survivor of a failed mission to Jupiter, and the game follows his journey to save his crew.
• 😀 The gameplay is simple, but offers a deep narrative with engaging mechanics that encourage players to explore the world and uncover its secrets.
• 😀 The commander pilots an alien craft that lacks a cockpit, suggesting the transfer of his consciousness into the ship to control it.
• 😀 The commander believes he can save the lost crew of the Jupiter flyer by using the alien craft, which is a one-way trip with no space for a cockpit.
• 😀 The game reveals key story elements through non-linear captions and garbled audio, creating a sense of mystery and exploration.
• 😀 Time travel or parallel universes may be involved, as the commander’s journey through a singularity potentially births a new universe or timeline.
• 😀 The blue light that causes the explosion of the Jupiter flyer may be linked to the transportation method used by the x01, creating a connection between events.
• 😀 Flashes of memory throughout the game suggest that the commander’s mind or consciousness might be evolving as he pilots the alien craft.
• 😀 The orbs that follow the commander on some planets may be linked to the alien race that originally caused the disaster, potentially helping him learn to save the crew and the mission.
• 😀 The ending of the game allows players to experience a sense of finality, as they must physically hold a button to end the commander’s journey, symbolizing both his and the x01’s conclusion.

Q & A

What is the primary narrative structure of X01, and how does it compare to other similar games?

X01's narrative is intentionally obscure, similar to games like Returnal, Cocoon, Journey, and Abzu. The story is drip-fed to players through captions and garbled audio, leaving much open to interpretation. This approach invites players to piece together the story, offering a personal impact based on their interpretation.

What event triggered the story of X01, and who is the main character?

The story begins with a disaster on Jupiter, where mankind sent a team to explore the planet. A ship called the Jupiter Flyer exploded due to an energy surge, killing the crew. The main character, a commander, was the only survivor aboard the Jupiter Orbiter, a craft above Jupiter.

How did the commander survive, and what happened after the disaster?

The commander survived by being aboard the Jupiter Orbiter, which was above Jupiter during the disaster. One year after the explosion, the Orbiter returned to Earth, and the commander was found alive. Shortly after, a strange signal was received, believed to be from alien life.

What role did the alien signal play in the story, and what did it lead to?

The alien signal contained schematics for an alien craft, which led to the construction of a new spaceship. The commander believed the message was meant for him, and he requested to pilot the alien craft to Jupiter to save the crew of the Jupiter Flyer.

What was the commander’s relationship with his wife Clara like after his return?

Clara, the commander’s wife, was initially overjoyed to see him alive. However, she began to question his mental state, sensing that he had changed after spending so much time alone in space. This creates a tension in their relationship, especially as the commander becomes obsessed with the alien craft.

Why was the commander denied the opportunity to pilot the alien craft, and how did he react?

The commander was denied the chance to pilot the alien craft because the higher-ups believed he was suffering from a mental breakdown. They chose another pilot instead. Despite this, the commander tracked down the alien craft on his own and stole it to begin his journey to Jupiter.

What is the significance of the strange entity the commander follows during his journey?

The strange entity, which resembles the X01 craft, appears to guide or play alongside the commander as he travels from planet to planet. It’s speculated that the entity may have a deeper connection to the commander’s journey, possibly linked to the non-casual event or a manifestation of the commander’s will.

How does the commander ultimately save the crew of the Jupiter Flyer?

The commander reaches Jupiter and recreates the explosion of the Jupiter Flyer using the X01. This time, he is able to trigger the crew's escape pods before the explosion, saving the crew who are then rescued by the Jupiter Orbiter.

What happens at the end of the game, and what does it signify?

At the game’s conclusion, the player controls the commander as he floats among the clouds of Jupiter. The game allows players to linger here as long as they wish, but ultimately, the player must hold a button to end the game. This act signifies the end of the commander’s journey and, symbolically, his existence within the X01.

What is the theory behind the commander’s ability to pilot the alien craft without a cockpit?

One theory suggests that the commander’s consciousness is transferred into the alien craft, allowing him to control it using his mind and willpower. This theory is supported by the commander’s gradual transformation as he learns to think less like a human and more like the alien intelligence behind the ship.

What might the singularity represent, and how does it relate to time travel or parallel universes?

The singularity might represent a gateway to a parallel universe or a new reality. Rather than rewinding time, it seems to create a new universe, allowing the commander to save his crew without creating paradoxes. This theory suggests that two versions of the commander exist simultaneously in separate universes, with one version returning to Earth and the other remaining in the X01.

What happened to the Jupiter Flyer, and how does this relate to the alien craft?

The Jupiter Flyer exploded after encountering a blue light, which may have been caused by an alien craft traveling off Jupiter. The blue light is similar to the transportation method used by the X01. It’s speculated that this alien craft was unaware of the Flyer’s proximity and inadvertently caused the explosion, possibly as a precursor to sending the signal with the X01 schematics.