Why I'd Choose SOMA's Nightmare Over Its Paradise

At the end of SOMA, one Simon is alone at the bottom of the ocean. Another wakes up in the ARK. I believe both are real people and I'd still choose the ocean. Full story and ending spoilers. Brandon Wan's simulation, the Simon left behind at Omicron, Sarah, the WAU, and the final scan all made me question what it means to be alive. I'd still launch the ARK for the people who would want to live in it. This video is about why I personally couldn't choose to live inside it. Would you stay at Phi or wake up on the ARK? I'd like to hear why. CHAPTERS 00:00 The choice 02:09 What counts as alive? 03:38 Brandon Wan's simulation 06:17 The Simon left at Omicron 09:17 Sarah and the WAU 13:13 Why I'd launch the ARK 15:14 Both endings happen 20:09 Why I'd stay 24:25 The final question Game: SOMA by Frictional Games Original score: Mikko Tarmia Gameplay captured by me. Independent commentary; not affiliated with Frictional Games.