SMT IV × Apocalypse — Nothing Breaks Like a Heart | made with ngram

About the video

This video was created by ngram to compare two entries in the Shin Megami Tensei IV series—Shin Megami Tensei IV and its sequel, Apocalypse—moving through four segments: the character build and progression systems of the original SMT IV, its multiple endings, the narrative setup of Apocalypse, and that game's own set of branching endings. Using HTML/CSS motion graphics presented in a 16:9 widescreen format, the video lays out each game's structure in sequence, giving viewers a clear, side-by-side overview of how the build mechanics evolve across the two titles and how their respective stories diverge into different endings. Rather than relying on gameplay footage, the piece communicates its points through animated on-screen graphics tied to each scene's topic, moving from mechanical breakdowns to narrative summaries. It's built for an audience already familiar with or curious about the Shin Megami Tensei IV games who want a condensed, structured rundown of their builds, stories, and ending paths in one place.