Can You Catch Every Fish in Stardew Valley in One In-Game Day?

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  • Love it or hate it, fishing is a skill you have to get used to in Stardew Valley if you eventually want to complete your collection. But what if you wanted to go one step further and fill that collection, start to finish, in a single in-game day? Is something like that even theoretically possible, let alone actually achievable?
    Well, there's only one way to find out!
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    📝 FOOTNOTES 📝
    Throughout the video, you'll occasionally see footnotes appear in the lower left corner. These are minor additions that clarify or expand upon that portion of the video for those who may be curious. You can find them all listed here: bit.ly/AnglerNotes
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    📘 CHAPTERS 📘
    0:00 Introduction
    1:18 Chapter One
    10:54 Chapter Two
    21:49 Chapter Three
    37:00 Chapter Four
    1:08:08 Chapter Five
    1:28:31 Credits
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    🎶 TRACK LIST 🎶
    All but two songs are from the Stardew Valley OST by ‪@ConcernedApe‬. The two exceptions are:
    • "Do the Impossible" (Chicory: A Colorful Tale OST) by ‪@LenaRaine‬
    • "Stardew Valley: Overture Cover (w/ Lyrics)" by ‪@michelleheafy‬: • Stardew Valley: Overtu...
    All other songs (from the Stardew Valley OST) are listed below in order of appearance:
    • The Happy Junimo Show Theme
    • Grapefruit Sky (Dr. Harvey’s Theme)
    • Mines (Icicles)
    • Mines (Marimba of Frozen Bone)
    • Summer (Nature’s Crescendo)
    • Luau Festival
    • JunimoKart (The Gem Sea Giant)
    • Spring (The Valley Comes Alive)
    • Exploring Our Vibrant World (Movie Theme)
    • Sun Room (Alone With Relaxing Tea)
    • Settling In
    • Fall (Ghost Synth)
    • A Golden Star Is Born
    • Land Of Green And Gold (Leah’s Theme)
    • Journey Of The Prairie King - Overworld
    • Night Market
    • Playful
    • Pleasant Memory (Penny’s Theme)
    • Dreamscape
    • Mermaid Song
    • Pirate Theme
    • Leo’s Song
    • Mystery Of The Caldera
    • A Glimpse Of The Other World (Wizard’s Theme)
    • Mines (The Lava Dwellers)
    • JunimoKart (Title Theme)
    • Fun Festival
    • Load Game
    • Sam’s Band (Electronic)
    • In The Deep Woods
    • Song Of Feathers (Emily’s Theme)
    • Submarine Theme
    • Winter (Ancient)
    • JunimoKart (Glowshroom Grotto)
    • Journey Of The Prairie King - Final Boss & Ending
    • JunimoKart (Slomp’s Stomp)
    • A Sad Story (Alex’s Theme)
    • Emily Dance
    • Starwatcher (Maru’s Theme)
    • Mines (Crystal Bells)
    • Mines (Cloth)
    • Buttercup Melody
    • Mines (Danger!)
    • Volcano Mines (Forgotten World)
    • A Stillness In The Rain (Abigail’s Melody)
    • Winter (The Wind Can Be Still)
    • Violin Solo
    • Dance Of The Moonlight Jellies
    • Summer (Tropicala)
    • Winter (Nocturne Of Ice)
    • Spring (Wild Horseradish Jam)
    • Music Box Song
    • The Gourmand’s Cave
    • Volcano Mines (Molten Jelly)
    • Mines (Magical Shoes)
    • Shane’s Theme
    • Grandpa’s Theme
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    Thanks for reading this far! Have a nice day. 💖
    #stardewvalley #masterangler
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  • @ArgonMatrix
    @ArgonMatrix  Před 5 měsĂ­ci +2384

    Howdy, everyone! Thank you SO much for all the kind words and the amazing response this video has gotten, I'm absolutely floored. Seeing all of your reactions to this project has been an incredible experience and it made the countless hours of work worthwhile.💖
    Quite a few people were curious about seeing the full, uncut version of the final attempt, so I posted it with a bit of extra commentary & insight into the challenge as it was being played. Check it out here if you're interested! czcams.com/video/fcNdKzWmdB4/video.html

    • @leonaknight6480
      @leonaknight6480 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +8

      Thanks for your eork, this project was truly a joy to watch

    • @MeowdySouls
      @MeowdySouls Před 5 měsĂ­ci +37

      Stumbled on this video randomly by having it recommended to me, my word did you go all out on editing, I was surprised at how strong it was the whole time with your cute character reacting to stuff, putting on glasses for nerd mode etc. but what prompted me to write this comment was the moment where you showed off "StarDOS", this is not just taking up editing a notch but going above and beyond.

    • @thornels
      @thornels Před 5 měsĂ­ci +1

      Amazing video!!!

    • @TheClutcher-mq4bu
      @TheClutcher-mq4bu Před 5 měsĂ­ci +3

      You should've placed down paths so you ran with 0.1 faster speed

    • @minkmania12
      @minkmania12 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +2

      ​@@TheClutcher-mq4bu that doesn't work outside the farm :)

  • @caritahearts2405
    @caritahearts2405 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +8369

    Congratulations to Chloe!! The epitome of "women want me, fish fear me"

    • @SimberPlays
      @SimberPlays Před 6 měsĂ­ci +40

      Lol perfect

    • @grugs6801
      @grugs6801 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +143

      "Of course I fish fast, I have fish to catch"

    • @KustProductions
      @KustProductions Před 5 měsĂ­ci

      ​@@abird7833"i want men"

    • @mareenz
      @mareenz Před 5 měsĂ­ci +122

      women fear me, fish want me

    • @vsptylore3639
      @vsptylore3639 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +183

      Women want fear, me want fish

  • @jjpgaming7995
    @jjpgaming7995 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +1210

    I guess the answer to the question in the title is no. YOU can’t catch every fish in one day, but ArgonMatrix can.

    • @lazerpie101
      @lazerpie101 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +13

      _cracks knuckles_

    • @appletizer8415
      @appletizer8415 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +23

      ​@@lazerpie101Knuckles: 💀
      Sonic: Your crimes are amidst the limits of your heinous chime. Have you found a way to rationalize your death? If so, then you shall die with your honor in tact

    • @Sp3pS
      @Sp3pS Před 2 měsĂ­ci +1

      @@appletizer8415 how very dare you

    • @harrisonchambers29
      @harrisonchambers29 Před měsĂ­cem +4

      The takeaway from this video is that I. A groundhog Day style scenario you truly can achieve superhuman feats with enough repeats of the same day

  • @gnostechnician
    @gnostechnician Před 5 měsĂ­ci +2373

    The production quality here is insane, I'm super impressed. Not just by the challenge, but the storytelling is so well done, the graphics and the intermission cutscene, the animations, it's incredible.
    As an aside, the Haley cutscene hits different when you think about how you're resetting one day over and over. I'm imagining that Chloe told her about the time loop in the days between the 11th and the 15th, and after that, over and over again she'd see her wife coming back exhausted for the second time that was actually years of attempts she'd never see. More work put into the challenge than she'd ever be able to understand, but she remains supportive even in the lowest point. Even on the day the time loop could have ended and they could have seen spring come, she encouraged Chloe to follow her dreams into eternity once more.
    Is this reading too much into it? Maybe. Probably. But it's nice to think about as a metaphor for the video as a whole. And it's just a nice story to imagine.

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 5 měsĂ­ci +319

      I wanted to try and capture the exhaustion of persisting for so long in that cutscene, so I think that's a very valid reading of it. Glad you liked it!

    • @delphy2478
      @delphy2478 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +29

      the 'you smell like fish more than usual' hints that Haley remembers the other attempts to some extent.

    • @Tael98
      @Tael98 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +12

      Or maybe she smells like fish a little normally because of the ponds in the farm?

  • @Peterrific4
    @Peterrific4 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +410

    DUDE! This needs some kind of commemoration in-game from the devs. This is seriously incredible. Not only the insane amount of research, work, dedication and sheer TIME put into this, but THIS VIDEO?? The editing, the storytelling, the graphical work, the sheer. Freaking. Quality on display here. This is incredible man. You've done something truly amazing here. Spectacular job!

    • @virtuouswanderer5563
      @virtuouswanderer5563 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +2

      After 583 runs (gonna account for cut days a bit), this challenge probably (technically) took 4 in-game years to complete give or take (again, early terminations) but still impressive dedication to the challenge.

  • @Wickedy
    @Wickedy Před 6 měsĂ­ci +2609

    We all dream of finding someone as committed to us as Argon is committed to getting this challenge done. #relationshipgoals

    • @heatheralegre3510
      @heatheralegre3510 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +17

      It is so awesome to see you here, Wickedy! I've missed your videos.

    • @TheKelliestKelly
      @TheKelliestKelly Před 6 měsĂ­ci +9

      Imagine if Argon had also reeled in
      The Iridium Krobus

    • @frostmint3584
      @frostmint3584 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +7

      Guess you could say all the fish Argon

    • @jangambler9998
      @jangambler9998 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +1

      Parasocial relationship, sign me up!

  • @Leav3ye
    @Leav3ye Před 6 měsĂ­ci +2311

    this video is actually the most impressive stardew video ive ever seen. the editing is unbelievable????? like seriously professional level

    • @liveoptimistic
      @liveoptimistic Před 5 měsĂ­ci +42

      I’m quite literally flabbergasted.

  • @RedGalago
    @RedGalago Před 4 měsĂ­ci +143

    Chloe's little cutscene with Haley was so cute! It really added to this video.

  • @eldritch_midnight6007
    @eldritch_midnight6007 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +2129

    I love how you got Haley's characterization as a spouse so right! I feel like most people brush her off as shallow and dumb, but shes actually one of the most caring and supportive spouses! I love her

    • @14possumsinatrenchcoat
      @14possumsinatrenchcoat Před 3 měsĂ­ci +63

      I went for haley at one point just to try it out and quickly found myself so touched by how she goes from a selfish jerk to an altruistic queen

    • @Darizon
      @Darizon Před 2 měsĂ­ci +5

      Abigail is best :)

    • @kenoekek
      @kenoekek Před 2 měsĂ­ci +16

      @@Darizonno

    • @Darizon
      @Darizon Před 2 měsĂ­ci +3

      @@kenoekek Only correct answer is yes ;)

    • @donwald3436
      @donwald3436 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +20

      @@Darizon wrong, Robin every time lol.

  • @MxOwenAlexander
    @MxOwenAlexander Před 5 měsĂ­ci +1860

    I clicked for silly Stardew challenge content, stayed and subscribed for the sheer determination, extensive effort, and passion for the craft. Very nicely done.

    • @snoops_nz7735
      @snoops_nz7735 Před 3 měsĂ­ci +9

      SAME! I clicked this video seeing it was 90min long, thinking I'll watch a few min, see the gimmick, and leave.... but nope! I'm "hooked" on this guy now!!

  • @Stirdix
    @Stirdix Před 6 měsĂ­ci +883

    I was expecting you to eventually land on chair abuse for navigation (time stops when you hop on/off a chair, so you can get places in-game quicker by repeatedly hopping on and off chairs - a trick I read about for getting to Skull Caverns a bit earlier).
    But you managed to pull it off without it, which is all the more impressive.

    • @TooFewSecrets
      @TooFewSecrets Před 4 měsĂ­ci +73

      No RNG reader tools either! He could've gone for perfect bubbles, but he did it about as clean as you can get.

    • @Vylmyl
      @Vylmyl Před 4 měsĂ­ci +11

      No booty express(

    • @indridcold9593
      @indridcold9593 Před 13 dny +2

      @@Vylmyldo people actually call it that? that's way funnier to me than it should be lmao

  • @Alkaylex
    @Alkaylex Před 3 měsĂ­ci +988

    No one tell him about the new fish in 1.6

    • @dubizdubiezmano
      @dubizdubiezmano Před 2 měsĂ­ci +251

      but in compensation, the new rod might actually make this challenge far easier now

    • @XanderIsALoser
      @XanderIsALoser Před 2 měsĂ­ci +88

      @@ThatUltrakillGuyNot to mention Fish specific bait could end up being really good…

    • @user-ew2em1pe1z
      @user-ew2em1pe1z Před 2 měsĂ­ci +14

      Also what about the new rod?

    • @snow1wolf
      @snow1wolf Před 2 měsĂ­ci +53

      Fish finder lure may or may not save time too depending on the time cost of canceling a catch vs catching it.

    • @user-ew2em1pe1z
      @user-ew2em1pe1z Před 2 měsĂ­ci +4

      @snow1wolf kinda but at thus point they don't need it

  • @Phantom.Filled.Dreams
    @Phantom.Filled.Dreams Před 2 měsĂ­ci +32

    Run 537 really tricked me into thinking you had completed the collection. Great job on this, it's admirable

  • @ChanceTheCheetah
    @ChanceTheCheetah Před 6 měsĂ­ci +1572

    Absolutely phenomenal storytelling. This was more of an animated feature film with all the editing

  • @keelanbrydon2435
    @keelanbrydon2435 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +1340

    I put this video on for background noise while I was studying. I didn’t get any work done. That might have been the best stardew valley video I’ve ever watched. Props to you not only for your dedication to the challenge but for the amazing story telling and video editing

  • @snailhat2945
    @snailhat2945 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +87

    can i just take a second to appreciate your incredible editing skills!?!? that animation with haley at the end of chapter 4, the montage in chapter 5, all the little labels and cards in the stardew font, the animations of the fish and the player character and stuff, it’s all so cute and so well put together!!! truly incredible and creative work

  • @captainnootnoot2525
    @captainnootnoot2525 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +15

    The cutecene with haley made me tear up. This video is one of the best made ones I've seen in MONTHS.

  • @CKEternity
    @CKEternity Před 6 měsĂ­ci +1022

    I'm in awe. The storytelling, the animation, the journey. Like many others in this comments I have tears from the ending. Truly beautiful.

  • @liveoptimistic
    @liveoptimistic Před 5 měsĂ­ci +935

    I watch a LOT of video game challenge runs on CZcams. They’re my favorite type of video. And I mean it when I say you’ve made something really special here. The editing. The explanation of mechanics. The unique assets created for tracking the route and the fishing at every single moment. This video could have been so typical but instead you absolutely overloaded it with love and dedication and it shows. You’re a great storyteller. First video of yours I’ve ever seen and now I’m so excited to dive into the rest of your channel. Congrats on the achievement and thanks for bringing us along for the journey.

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 5 měsĂ­ci +101

      Thank you so much, that means a lot! I really tried to put my best foot forward with this video, and I'm glad it paid off for you. Appreciate the kind words! 💖

  • @MB-bl4nl
    @MB-bl4nl Před 2 měsĂ­ci +13

    I feel like making a chair train to every fishing spot from the warps would have made this much more doable, so doing it without is even more impressive. Also the chicory ost was a perfect fit for the ending of this challenge lol

  • @AnnabelRen
    @AnnabelRen Před 3 měsĂ­ci +21

    Every single milestone you reached I was satisfied with but you just kept breaking them, the committment is incredible

  • @merrakie5216
    @merrakie5216 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +640

    I'm in absolute awe from this video. Its so common to see video intros be overly edited then drop off to be lackluster after a few minutes. I was surprised to see this level of quality for the entire length of a video. Everything from the animations, helpful graphics, sound design, story telling, and making a whole Stardew cutscene was just so well done. I never thought I would find myself this invested in a Stardew challenge video but here I am. Incredible job!

    • @juliamenzynska8941
      @juliamenzynska8941 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +2

      Bro deserved ttlhe 10 dollars you gave him ( And i also agree )🙏🙏🙏

  • @sebastienwall5853
    @sebastienwall5853 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +274

    Argon, this might be the pinnacle of stardew valley on this platform. The commitment of the challenge, the incredible editing and animations, and genuinely enthralling storytelling skills on display are something else. I’m so disappointed that this doesn’t have millions of views, and I hope that the algorithm picks this up and shares it as far and wide as it deserves.
    Nicely done, Argon and Chloe. I cheered.

  • @Hyenadont
    @Hyenadont Před 2 měsĂ­ci +7

    "[...] we're gonna have to talk about time travel" I'm getting actual legitimate flashbacks to watch for rolling rocks - 0.5 a presses and "[...] we're gonna have to talk about parallel universes"

    • @cinnamoone3553
      @cinnamoone3553 Před měsĂ­cem +2

      "an a press is an a press, you can't say it's only a half"

    • @Hyenadont
      @Hyenadont Před měsĂ­cem +2

      @@cinnamoone3553 "if you want that specificity, then it's not a half a press, but an a hold after pressing for a previous jump"

  • @grapejuice9681
    @grapejuice9681 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +8

    I may be 4 months late but HUGE congrats! As someone who also loves fishing in this game. It brings a smile to my face that you were able to pull it off!
    Again. Huge congrats and good luck with your next projects!

  • @bart0nius
    @bart0nius Před 5 měsĂ­ci +206

    i LOVE that you made this challenge harder in several places for style points, or because you just thought it would be cool. this is how you do an absurd self-imposed challenge in a video game.

  • @stevenwithanr8347
    @stevenwithanr8347 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +396

    "I think I lost part of myself doing this challenge, a part of me that'll stay with fishy farm." That's such a raw feeling and I love how you edited this video to be your story and not some Mr. Beast-pilled modern CZcams video. It's so clear that you put your heart into not only the challenge and the game, but the video, and that's the highest praise I can give. You also managed to get me to like Hailey, which is an achievement in and of itself! I love the way you portrayed her here!

    • @enbyfrogz6766
      @enbyfrogz6766 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +11

      SAME. i didn't like hailey and now honestly, even though this isn't technically canon im considering this canon now. i love hailey and her lovely wife chloe with my whole lesbian heart

  • @StriderStryker
    @StriderStryker Před 5 měsĂ­ci +125

    I actually teared up when Haley showed up and gives a good message about catching the hardest fishes. Now that’s a lovely wife that I respect the most.

  • @TheReaperOfCreepers
    @TheReaperOfCreepers Před 4 měsĂ­ci +10

    This is by a mile the highest quality youtube video I've watched. I'm not even exaggerating. Absolutely blown away, and the ending had me shaking in my seat. I put this on from random youtube recommendations to kill some time since I'm sick today, thinking "of course there's no way you can catch every fish in Stardew Valley in one day, that's impossible!" and I was absolutely astonished at not only your ingenuity but by the level of inscrutable detail that went into this project. Way to absolutely kick ass!

  • @krelilia
    @krelilia Před 6 měsĂ­ci +748

    This was an emotional rollercoaster in the best way - I loved it! The Chloe and Haley cutscene was so special. So beyond worth the wait! I know I’ll be rewatching this a ton

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +88

      Glad you enjoyed that cutscene! It was one of my favourite parts to make. 💖

    • @laprassoul
      @laprassoul Před 6 měsĂ­ci +20

      I agree on the cutscene! It really showed your passion for editing and creating beautiful video content.

  • @catsoup0288
    @catsoup0288 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +462

    That ending had me in tears, something I didn't imagine a video about a silly video game challenge would do, your editing skills are amazing, it may be one of the best videos I've ever watched.

  • @maeves.w.7156
    @maeves.w.7156 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +15

    I laughed, I cried, I cheered. You are an amazing storyteller and editor.

  • @Runzu87
    @Runzu87 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +9

    Everything about this video was top-notch! The editing, the writing, humor, but what really got me was the cinematic between Chloe and Haley. 🥺🙌🏾 I watched the credits roll and the cute wave from Chloe, then I said to myself: What do I do with my life now? Am I expected to just move on? 🤣

  • @laineygreen
    @laineygreen Před 5 měsĂ­ci +1893

    This must've taken a lot of tears, time, and perseverance to achieve 💙 Thank you! This is truly beautiful 🤗

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 5 měsĂ­ci +429

      Thank you so much for the support, Lainey!! Your generosity is incredible, I have no words. I'm so happy you enjoyed it. 💖

    • @laineygreen
      @laineygreen Před 5 měsĂ­ci +80

      @@ArgonMatrix Always a supporter! Holidays and family took up quite a bit of my time. I'm FINALLY caught up 😅

    • @x0j
      @x0j Před 5 měsĂ­ci

      I'm sure your man loves you spending 100$s of dollars on this soyjak

    • @Spikedog777
      @Spikedog777 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +21

      MONEY LAUNDERING MONEY LAUNDERING MONEY LAUNDERING

    • @laineygreen
      @laineygreen Před 5 měsĂ­ci +37

      @@Spikedog777 I am so confused and obviously "taking the bait" probably stupidly 😅

  • @steff8069
    @steff8069 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +82

    1) I never for one second during this believed you would settle for anything less than 67 fish
    2) you made me cry. this was so beautifully edited.
    Thank you.

  • @awkwardsilence4241
    @awkwardsilence4241 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +16

    The editing quality on this video is seriously impressive, I'm so sad that it's over. Thank you so much for all the effort you put into this video, I hope it gets the recognition it deserves.

  • @madmuffintops3577
    @madmuffintops3577 Před 18 dny +2

    Putting in over 100 hours into a project and then editing it this well requires a truly insane amount of mental fortitude, good job!

  • @vivaldismurder8779
    @vivaldismurder8779 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +99

    This video is such a love letter to Stardew Valley.
    I hope Eric gets to see this at some point, because if I had developed a game and somebody sank this much time, editing and narration into it, I would probably cry.
    Amazing journey!

    • @virtuouswanderer5563
      @virtuouswanderer5563 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +2

      This challenge took what would be the equivalent of about 4 years in-game (accounting roughly for early terminations) which is WILD to me. I haven't even really made it to a year 4 on a single profile. (I probably have about 10 years total in-game across multiple platforms and saves

  • @BlaDeSDV
    @BlaDeSDV Před 6 měsĂ­ci +721

    A 90 minute video? WORTH IT!.
    Great result for your challenge.
    Sad to see the booty express didn't make it in :(

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +127

      Thank you, couldn't have done it without your help! And don't you worry, I'm sure the booty express will have its time to shine yet...

    • @matthew6466
      @matthew6466 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +12

      I was thinking of Blade's video and loved seeing a different goal attempted. CZcams recommended this video from wand of sparking's all hats run. Another nice buck to watch while not feeling well. I'm about 15 to 20 minutes in and loving it. Thank you for the time you've put into making this!

    • @ienjoyoranges
      @ienjoyoranges Před 5 měsĂ­ci +2

      BLADE?!

  • @emcarpio
    @emcarpio Před 2 měsĂ­ci +3

    what really got me was seeing the haley cutscenes, not because of the in-game aspect, but because it was so special to know how you cheered yourself on through haley. it must have been so grueling to do all of this and its just nice to have such a personal moment in your video. - a video editing major

  • @fluffy9161
    @fluffy9161 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +5

    Loved the editing on this, I’ve seen a lot of OSRS challenge videos where the creator edits down a grueling 1000 hour grind into a fun, fast-paced video and you really achieved that here. Fun to watch from start to end that crescendoed into an exciting photo-finish. Awesome!

  • @lauradev6371
    @lauradev6371 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +667

    Argon, this was absolutely incredible. The perseverance, the storytelling, the editing - all perfection. I was vibing during the little dance at 50:13, I was crying during the cut scene at the end of chapter 4 and I was astounded by your patience throughout the entire thing.
    I recall you mentioned feeling like you pushed yourself a bit too hard over the last couple of months and seeing this I can only imagine the energy this must have taken you. Congrats on finalizing this masterpiece and take care of yourself over the holidays!

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +82

      Thank you so much!! I'm so happy that the video was such a good, emotional experience for you. I'm definitely take a bit of a break from editing after how hard I pushed myself to get this done, haha.

  • @CharlieBarley
    @CharlieBarley Před 6 měsĂ­ci +131

    Genuinely so, so impressive!!! So glad this work of art is finally shared with the world, it was WELL worth the wait 🎉🎣

  • @OliveCroissant
    @OliveCroissant Před 2 měsĂ­ci +4

    This is by far the most impressive video I have ever watched. The dedication to not only complete this challenge, but do it entirely from the ground up. The research, effort, and hours poured into it. The flawless editing, visuals, explanation, and most importantly story telling. This is a masterpiece, and better than some movies I have watched. First time I've ever watched and read through the credits that's for sure. You are incredible!!!!!!!!

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 2 měsĂ­ci +1

      Thank you so much for such high praise and for your generosity! I put a lot of effort into this project, so that means a lot. 💖

  • @dr.pepperbiggestfan
    @dr.pepperbiggestfan Před 4 měsĂ­ci +8

    this isn’t just some of the best stardew content ive ever seen, i think this is one of the best videos ive ever watched period. you’ve truly outdone yourself argon

  • @uhhhlyssa1853
    @uhhhlyssa1853 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +66

    I was on the edge of my seat, grabbing the couch cushions, hooked to the screen. Yelling out loud at the fish. My roommates trickled into the living room, transfixed as well. What a video. What a challenge. I will never again on stream say “how could he possibly know that’s an anchovy so quickly.”

  • @moeshrooms385
    @moeshrooms385 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +102

    People tend to laugh when I tell them I watch more CZcams than I do Netflix or Hulu, but videos like this are exactly why. I can’t tell you how many times I paused my own Stardew Game just to give you my full attention. I’d reverse on parts I missed, yell or cheer along with you, and immediately sent a link to my partner telling them to watch this video after that amazing cut scene with Haley.
    This was phenomenal, the time and dedication spent on this challenge alone is enough to gawk at, but the editing, storytelling, and THE FACT THAT YOU ACTUALLY MANAGED TO PULL IT OFF is what really drives this video home. Thank you to CZcams for recommending me this video, and thank YOU for creating it. Twas a great time :)

  • @Lemon_McGee
    @Lemon_McGee Před 4 měsĂ­ci +2

    Genuinely LEAPT from my chair when you got the achievement!

  • @gferrol118
    @gferrol118 Před 3 měsĂ­ci +7

    I wonder if this video inspired some of the improvements to the fishing mechanic in 1.6. I doubt it, but it's cool imagining stuff like the sonar bobbar was added to make things like this easier

  • @chimerical_in_nature
    @chimerical_in_nature Před 6 měsĂ­ci +221

    as someone who's never played stardew valley before n was recommended this video by a friend, this was incredibly engaging n easy to understand- it reeled me in, one could say- n i now have a deep appreciation for this game, the people who dedicate themselves to playing it, n the art of fishing :) excellent work n congrats on both doing the once-thought impossible + creating of a thoroughly enjoyable n compelling video!!

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +26

      Thank you! I wanted to make this video easy to follow for anyone, even those who have never played the game, so I'm glad I was able to pull that off for you!

  • @MaxLSilver
    @MaxLSilver Před 6 měsĂ­ci +73

    The first time I watched this, it was way too late, and I dozed off about 2/3rds of the way through and woke up during the credits. Decided to wait until this evening to tackle it again and glad I waited! What an amazing accomplishment, and I mean both the fishing and how well this video is put together.

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +10

      Thank you so much! Glad you were able to get the full experience and enjoyed it to such an extent. 💖

  • @mashallarius
    @mashallarius Před 2 dny +1

    This might honestly be one of the best youtube videos I've ever watched. The storytelling, the editing, the animations and the overall polish and quality of everything in this video is astounding. By the time I made it halfway through the video, I didn't even realize 45 minutes had past. The way you pull the audience with you throughout the challenge makes it feel swift and immersive. There was not a single point in this video where I felt bored or wanted to click off. All in all, absolute brilliant video and you deserve all the recognition you got from this video and more. Keep it up, I'll be excited for the next masterpiece!

  • @savorysnot8604
    @savorysnot8604 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +2

    watched it on one breath! Totally amazing. I cannot imagine this level of commitment!!

  • @THISBETTERNOTBETAKEN
    @THISBETTERNOTBETAKEN Před 6 měsĂ­ci +615

    THIS IS LITERALLY THE EPITOME OF CZcams
    From the setup, dedication, original ideas, animation (?!?!), lore, editing, and even the overall aesthetic (like the to-do list screens). This is one of the best CZcams videos I've ever watched. At first, I gawked at 1 and a half hours, but now I'm sad it's over. Liked and subscribed, and will continue to watch for the foreseeable future. If you manage to read this, amazing job! All the work you have put in means so much to so many people.

  • @rebescapades4523
    @rebescapades4523 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +261

    This is an amazing piece of art!
    It was lovely to have for the beginning of recovery and is so well done that my mother, husband, and toddler all came in to watch with me.
    Thanks for being family-friendly and engaging! It's lovely having enjoyable content that's not embarrassing

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +35

      Aahhh, thank you so much! I hope your recovery goes well, and give my best to your family too! 💖

    • @flutterfox2625
      @flutterfox2625 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +9

      You know it's good when it can not only pique of toddler's interest but keep their attention as well 😂

    • @rebescapades4523
      @rebescapades4523 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +5

      @@flutterfox2625 Absolutely! That means the engaging level is off the charts!

  • @crystalsweet2940
    @crystalsweet2940 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +4

    I almost cried when that lava eel was caught. I found this video and immediately subscribed. Good job

  • @EmperorBrettavius
    @EmperorBrettavius Před 8 dny +1

    This was hands down one of the best challenge videos I've ever seen, *and* the best Stardew Valley video I've seen. Immaculate editing and a surprising streak of storytelling that kept me excited for more. Not a minute feels wasted, it's almost cinematic in quality and entertainment value. It puts all of those hour-plus-long gameplay videos with [FULL MOVIE] slapped on the title to shame without even doing so itself.
    You, sir, have made something incredible. Godspeed to you and Chloe for this achievement.
    P.S. The "cutscene" with Haley implies that she is aware of the time loop as well which is a neat, if slightly disturbing fact.

  • @Miss_Palindrome
    @Miss_Palindrome Před 6 měsĂ­ci +141

    I came into this video with a healthy amount of doubt in my mind on if this would be possible. In the first bit of the video, a lot of the information matched what I knew about fishing in the game. As a matter of fact, as soon as you started talking about getting fishing experience without catching any fish, I immediately thought of my boyfriend having to use the town fountain until level 3 fishing (Which I informed him of) in our joint standard mode Perfection Randomizer, so that he could use crab pots from the Community Center for one of his fishing goals. We have... so many decorative trashcans. I even wanted to pause the video to start writing this comment up, but stopped myself in case I accidentally saw spoilers. I'm really glad I did. What felt like me reviewing my study notes for what I thought was a quiz, actually turned out to be a test. Once you mentioned the curiosity lure and how wild bait increases bite frequency, I leaned in to listen for what else I didn't know.
    Then the Emily Dance bit started playing and I felt my eyes tearing up from the love poured into the editing, chair-dancing as the fish in rainbows darted across the screen. I had been astonished by how much effort was already put into this video, but that sent it over the top. And then that kept escalating. And then there was an entire cutscene that was accurately portrayed, even to my incredibly picky NPC dialogue standards. I had this feeling in my chest that there was no way you'd settle, but with attempt X36 I felt the absolute burnout from thousands of miles away. Most people would've given up then. Most people would've been fine with the reduced goal. Most people would've settled even before THAT. But this is Argon Matrix we're talking about. Your knowledge and persistence has grown so much since the No Level Up Challenge, not just in SDV, but in script writing and especially in editing.
    I was in tears throughout the entirety of that last segment. I felt like an avid fan at a sports-ball tournament. I didn't dare pause the video, because I didn't want to see how much time was left. I even hid my face from my boyfriend in a video call so he couldn't gauge my reaction, because as soon as his holiday vacation starts, you better believe I'm watching this again with him. I jumped up out of my chair and cheered and clapped. And the fact it had some of my favorite numbers in it too was just *Chef's kiss* perfection. Your commitment to this challenge is inspiring! I mean it. Not only that, but I feel editing this took even longer than the actual challenge. It was so clean and refined! I am so. Dang. Proud of you, Argon. Finding you and this community through CZcams's algorithm has affected my life in ways I never knew would be possible. Thank you, for being you. And thank you for this amazing video. 💖

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +27

      Thank you so much for such a long and thoughtful comment! Reading about your experience with the video makes me so happy; I'm glad it worked so well for you. That Emily Dance part might be my favourite segment of the entire thing honestly, and it was definitely the turning point where I decided to go all out in my editing and really put myself to the test. I'm glad that shone through!
      Glad you were able to find this community and have become such an amazing member of it! This video is the least I can offer as thanks for this incredible community full of amazing, loving people like yourself. Much love! 💖

  • @greasy8496
    @greasy8496 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +135

    It is immensely disappointing to me how this video has less than 200k views in 3 weeks. This is genuinely the best stardew video, potentially even the best video I've seen on CZcams. I started watching this, merely having it in the background. Often times, I'll watch video essays or documentaries or long videos like this in the background while I do other things. However, this video latched me so easily because of how amazing the storytelling was. This wasn't just a video about fishing in a game about farming. This was a story on one person's determination and motivation to complete the impossible. The way this video was formatted was so compelling and motivating that it truly wants me to fuel my determination in my own life. All of that's not even mentioning how incredible the editing is, especially right before the climax with all of the attempts before 583, following through how tense and lucky the final attempt was. That section was easy to follow, enunciated key points of information that added toward the conflict (such as the time, repeat catches, etc.), and was able to cleanly make a shift from a lighthearted nature that fueled the watcher's motivation along with Chloe to a more tense feeling as the time started to run down and the final fish were being caught. Despite being an hour and a half long, the mix between phenomenal storytelling and compelling editing made every minute of this video enjoyable to watch. I've never been the kind of person to leave comments or reviews on things, but I felt the need to express - potentially to no one wanting to read a long paragraph of a response - how much I love this video. This is the kind of videos I could write essays about for school or for college. This is the kind of video that can motivate me toward achieving my own goals. This is the kind of video that can lead people to become better people. All from 90 minutes about fishing in a farming game. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Thank you for creating this masterpiece.

  • @AkemiStormBorn
    @AkemiStormBorn Před 2 měsĂ­ci +4

    I have never seen a Stardew video with this much production quality. This was awesome to watch! 😄 Also not me crying at the Haley cutscene you made AAAAAAAAA ❤❤❤❤

  • @Infinity-kk5wz
    @Infinity-kk5wz Před 2 měsĂ­ci +2

    This is literally my favorite video on my favorite channel on the whole of youtube, when i feel sad, when i'm happy, its there and comfy and i must've watched it a dozen times by now but it just never gets old, great work dude!

  • @FamousAmes
    @FamousAmes Před 6 měsĂ­ci +137

    UNBELIEVABLE. This seriously deserves a news article somewhere 😂🥳

  • @aizlyndyck5555
    @aizlyndyck5555 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +257

    You know, normally I am someone who watches at least 2 hours of CZcams everyday. But man I'm not sure I'll ever be able to enjoy one again! This was, on astronomical levels, the BEST video I have ever watched. The way it was so emotionally captivating just blew me away, and now I honestly don't think any video I watch could possibly be better than this one. This was amazing! A video that can make me cry because of how well it was put together... I just have no words! I will say that this definitely deserves millions of views, so much so that I am considering watching it a few hundred more times just to bump that number up 😂 Thank you!

  • @Puppydogzxz
    @Puppydogzxz Před 4 měsĂ­ci +3

    I've been watching this video on and off for days. I echo all the sentiments of everyone else on bit only your crazy determination and intelligence for rhis challenge, bur also the interstellar storytelling and editing throughout the ENTIRE video. This took an incredible amount of work and it shows.

  • @Boog2811
    @Boog2811 Před 3 měsĂ­ci +3

    This is the best Stardew Valley video on all of CZcams, well done ArgonMatrix!! The emotional journey I went on as you shared your journey towards catching every fish in a single day was amazing, and you deserve all the props!

  • @flitterbee
    @flitterbee Před 5 měsĂ­ci +86

    absurd challenge to both route and complete, masterful storytelling, insane production values. just bravo

  • @sarahroe7010
    @sarahroe7010 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +68

    Words cannot actually describe how proud of you I am. I’m a vod watcher and occasional lurker and I’m simply in awe of the passion and dedication you have in everything you share with us. Congratulations, Argon.

  • @bonkersbusy
    @bonkersbusy Před 3 měsĂ­ci

    I had to just had to come back to watch this video again. Your relief and elation at the end is so raw and special. I am once again impressed and excited for you. This was THE accomplishment. I will frequently return to see you fight and win again and again. Blessings to you!

  • @DankLordDemaar
    @DankLordDemaar Před 4 měsĂ­ci +4

    This was Amazing.
    Not just the effort put into the challenge but also the Storytelling of this entire production.
    Here, at the end, It feels like I watched a Movie rather than just another CZcams Video.

  • @StressedButCosy
    @StressedButCosy Před 6 měsĂ­ci +134

    The production value of this video was INSANE. This deserves a million views at least for sure

  • @icannotdoanytrickssadly1369
    @icannotdoanytrickssadly1369 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +112

    Holy moly, dude...... I remember finding you through your Level 0 community center completion challenge and watching some of your streams for the Price of Perfection, and I have to say- you've come a long way, for real. From your channel, to your streaming identity, to your editing skill *Prowess* that's only gotten even stronger, it's been incredible to see you shine with all your tenacity and effort. Even so many little details, like Chloe using the Copper Axe throughout the video where the rest of her tools were all iridium, and Haley's little appearances through the video up to that heartfelt animation clearly written with so much love and care for the characters both, brought a smile to my face when watching- even though it's been a good while since I've caught a stream proper, I wanted to say I'm really proud of how far you've come.
    May cactus fruits and smelly fish be ever in your garbage cans.

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +9

      Thank you very much! I kept a lot of little details like that in mind while working on this, and I'm glad it shows! I appreciate the kind words 💖

  • @ADudeNamedLucky
    @ADudeNamedLucky Před 26 dny

    This entire video was super fantastic. The editing and narration really made me feel connected to the challenge experience some of the emotions you likely felt during the insane amount of time it must’ve taken to get here. Insanely high quality video about an insanely difficult challenge. Major props to you.

  • @elizabethhewitt7624
    @elizabethhewitt7624 Před 4 měsĂ­ci +2

    The quality of this video is genuinely astounding, not just the time commitment itself but the clear effort into the visuals, tables etc.

  • @basilgum
    @basilgum Před 6 měsĂ­ci +69

    Wow, unbelievable!! Not only does this run showcase your skill and dedication, but your amazing editing and beautiful storytelling. I wasn’t expecting to be so moved by your journey, but would it be weird if I said I nearly cried?! I don’t know, I thought during the in-character interlude between Chloe and Haley that you were about to make a joke about how Haley was getting fed up with the fishing obsession, but instead she turned out to be so kind and supportive.. that actually meant a lot to me. 🥺 Such an incredible run and so inspiring to see, thank you for sharing this experience with us! It reminded me how much I love the Stardew community and all the crazy things we do here, just because we all love this game THAT MUCH. :)

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +12

      The Stardew community really is something special, and I'm happy that I can be a part of it. Thank you so much!

  • @davyjones4910
    @davyjones4910 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +197

    Dude, this is by far the best video I’ve watched in a long while, the editing, explaining, and execution were spot on. I think it’s the first time a video has made me feel nervous or excited. 10/10 keep it up

  • @zaswsaz
    @zaswsaz Před 4 měsĂ­ci

    A masterclass on what a youtube video can be. A personal connection to your determination and struggle and skill. Bravo!

  • @sef3120
    @sef3120 Před měsĂ­cem

    This video has been in my to-watch list for a while and I finally got around to it. I am in awe!! I don't think I've ever been so moved by a Stardew video and i'm not even exaggerating. I think everyone watching this video felt that sigh of relief with you when you caught that lava eel. Absolutely amazing!!

  • @GardenWolf
    @GardenWolf Před 6 měsĂ­ci +96

    Just like with the minimum level community center video, this one has immediately become a comfort video ive watched 4+ times in the past 2 days. The presentation, the animation, the voice over - all of it is perfect. Be proud for making one of the best Stardew Valley Videos on youtube!

  • @nicolewheatley4740
    @nicolewheatley4740 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +220

    The prep, the dedication and then add onto that, the production value of the actual video! I cheered so loud when I saw that final catch. Massive congratulations on your hard work and thank you for making such a great video and challenge! 🥳💙

  • @l4ur158
    @l4ur158 Před 2 měsĂ­ci

    This was absolutely insane, massive props to you for doing this, and the video production value is otherwordly, from the visuap effects, the story telling, the script. Nothing but pure unadulterated awe. Thank you and Congratulations!

  • @roseatex
    @roseatex Před 2 měsĂ­ci +2

    The editing on this is so incredible!! I cant even express how much I love it. I would love watching a video on how you edit these!

  • @foreverpluie3732
    @foreverpluie3732 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +44

    the storytelling, editing, dedication - everything about this is so outstanding and i can't wait to watch this video 70 times again this year

  • @user-lp9ik2rq9g
    @user-lp9ik2rq9g Před 6 měsĂ­ci +37

    I almost had a heart attack when you caught the lava eel in the end. Underrated as hell! Such a cool challange, story, editing, I'd love to see more challenges!

  • @-ughitssophie
    @-ughitssophie Před 5 měsĂ­ci +1

    this is one of the most impressive videos i've ever watched. the time put into the challenge itself, the research prior, then the editing later on had me smiling wide by the end of the video. i'm mindblown this was possible. my jaw is on the floor. congratualtions!!

  • @rabbattt
    @rabbattt Před 4 měsĂ­ci +1

    this is probably one of the only vids that is this long that had me watch the entire thing without thinking about clicking off it. absolutely amazing work definitely keep it up. :)

  • @Fire_Tearss
    @Fire_Tearss Před 6 měsĂ­ci +91

    Wow, I can't imagine how long this must have taken you to plan, record, and edit. And such a good idea for a stardew challenge video! I honestly didn't think you would be able to do it. I'm so glad I didnt skip to the end! This is so much higher quality than I was expecting from a smaller channel. Great editing, love the custom cutscene too!

  • @Shiina42
    @Shiina42 Před 5 měsĂ­ci +158

    I can not stress how utterly enthralling you made this video, and the charm and detail in your use and animation of sprites and even cutscenes like after your first 64 was just incredible, above and beyond and my God I'm obsessed with your style now, please, please keep it up!

  • @paralite
    @paralite Před 3 měsĂ­ci +2

    this is, by far, one of the best videos i've seen for gaming in general, let alone stardew valley. that was a journey. so glad you did everything op! the video and your storytelling is wonderful

  • @cryingmoon00
    @cryingmoon00 Před měsĂ­cem

    The editing on this is absolutely mindboggling, love the way you blend actual game elements to create such vivid scenes. Stellar work on the video. And congrats on completing the challenge!

  • @bennydreamly
    @bennydreamly Před 6 měsĂ­ci +139

    I’m in tears right now. That ending was amazing! Probably the greatest video you’ve ever put out. I’m so glad you kept going despite the setbacks all that time ago when you first showed that teaser. I’m so grateful for this and am definitely going to watch it again. It was super worth the wait!

    • @bennydreamly
      @bennydreamly Před 6 měsĂ­ci

      what thank you for 100 likes!

  • @pixelfire86
    @pixelfire86 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +36

    I can see why this video took so long to script, animate, and edit. It's truly a masterpiece!

  • @waterfly__
    @waterfly__ Před 2 měsĂ­ci +3

    Wow
    This video is really one of the most beautifully done I've ever seen.
    Not only the challenge itself was really impressive to pull off, but also the way you've successfully driven us in all this grinding, through your pain, hope, frustration and lucky breaks,
    all this storytelling was really affecting and touching.
    Not only that, but the rythm is really what make this video of one and half hour long felt like it was 20 min.
    All the animations were also really well integrated and the consistancy of keeping the game assets and style was really cool
    I'm not really used to comment under youtube videos, but this one was really something, so I had to let you know that
    I didn't know you before this, but now I'm definitly looking forward for whatever you will do next
    huge thank you for this masterpiece, you made my night

  • @trevorransford
    @trevorransford Před měsĂ­cem

    This is BEAUTIFULLY EDITED! And props for adding all the songs you used in order in the description! This is probably the highest quality Stardew challenge video I've ever seen!

  • @GlichCentral
    @GlichCentral Před 6 měsĂ­ci +33

    Not sure if anyone else noticed this, but i see you caught a statue in the pirate cove. I was going to recommend trying to fish that up in advance, but I believe that in Salmence’s low% run, they found that fishing up an object removed the tutorial prompt fishing session, which while not a game-ender, would make the Legend a much harder catch.

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +19

      It would remove the tutorial prompt, yeah, which is the main reason I didn't fish up anything like Golden Walnuts beforehand. In the case of that particular statue, I think you can get multiples of it anyway, so it wouldn't have made a difference regardless I believe. But good thinking!

  • @honeyjinks
    @honeyjinks Před 4 měsĂ­ci +2

    This is incredible! I almost cried at the end at your success. Congrats!

  • @thesandwich5321
    @thesandwich5321 Před 2 měsĂ­ci +1

    I've never applauded a youtube video before but... WOW. The time, research, planning, patience, incredible editing work and above all your detailed but not exhausting breakdown of everything that perfect run took... I'm floored, that was incredible.

  • @mayrimbas
    @mayrimbas Před 6 měsĂ­ci +34

    This comment was at risk of being in all caps from the emotional crisis I'm going through right now. I mean, the editing? The cutscene? The sheer determination? This is the best video I've ever seen. I was there during most of your other challenge streams and let me tell you, if the cactus fruit moment is half as good as this video is, my tears will be enough to water a farmful of starfruit. Amazing!

  • @robertdriscoll6944
    @robertdriscoll6944 Před 6 měsĂ­ci +72

    Argon - I’ve been watching your videos since you published your first one. You’ve always made incredibly high effort content, but the production quality on this blew me out of the water. You are one of the most criminally underrated youtubers not just in the stardew community, but generally.

    • @ArgonMatrix
      @ArgonMatrix  Před 6 měsĂ­ci +12

      Glad you've stuck around for so long! I've definitely grown a lot as a content creator over the years, and I'm pretty stoked about my progress up to this point. Thank you for your kind words and continued support! You're awesome. 💖

  • @ashlynwashkevich7463
    @ashlynwashkevich7463 Před 8 dny

    This video is just, so amazing! The quality, the journey we went on together, the pure determination you have. I never wanted it to end (but glad it did for your sake)

  • @gbuttersland7757
    @gbuttersland7757 Před měsĂ­cem

    I absolutely adored this video! Fishing is my favorite thing to do in Stardew, and that segment at the beginning about the fish ponds makes me want to do a fish pond playthrough myself! Excellent work on the concept, execution, and editing of this video!