MatPat bids farewell to Youtube and his loyal fan following

You know him for diving deep into video game mysteries and theories, making our gaming brains do somersaults. With a whopping 18.4 million subscribers, he's been the maestro of gaming lore on YouTube.

MatPat kicked off his theorist journey with The Game Theorists, unraveling the mysteries of games like Five Nights at Freddy’s, Minecraft, and beyond. Along the way, he didn't stop there – he branched out, giving us The Film Theorists, GT Live, The Food Theorists, and The Style Theorists. It's not just gaming – it's movies, live shows, food, and style – a whole Theorist universe! With around 42 million subscribers across the channels, MatPat and his COO (Chief Operating Officer) wife, Stephanie, have built something pretty spectacular. Here's to the dynamic duo's epic run!

MatPat dropped the news on January 10 that he's hanging up the theorist hat from the YouTube channels due to personal reasons. March 9 marks the official handover, but not without a bang – nine more theory videos and a whole lot of celebration. The channels aren't going anywhere, though; they're getting new hosts who've already been in the limelight, putting in the grind behind the scenes for years.

In his farewell video, titled "Goodbye Internet," Matthew shared that he foresaw his departure, prompting him and Stephanie to strategically bring in new team members and collaborate with a larger company to ensure the channels continue to thrive post their exit. MatPat expressed the belief that in the realm of content creation, one has the choice to leave on their terms or witness their hard work gradually lose relevance. Opting for the former, he aimed to conclude the Theorist channels on a high note, preserving their legacy rather than letting them fade into obscurity.

MatPat shared that his decision to step down was primarily driven by a desire to dedicate more time to his family, especially his son, and to ease the constant work pressures impacting his family life. After years of dissecting the creative projects of others, he looks forward to pursuing his own ventures. MatPat reassured fans that he'll still be involved behind the scenes of the channels. The Game Theorists' charitable efforts have showcased both the heart of the creators and the supportive community, and news of MatPat's retirement has stirred a mix of emotions among fans.

After investing a third of his life into his channels, Matthew will undoubtedly leave a significant void in the gaming community on YouTube. In the final moments of his announcement video, he expressed deep gratitude for the honor of being a cherished part of his subscribers' childhoods and lives. In a heartfelt and emotional statement, he conveyed his love for the community, emphasizing that they are more than just numbers, ad impressions, or merch sales—highlighting the unique and special connection they've shared.