A small update from the coal mines...
Howdy folks,
I'm usually not a fan of doing these minor updates where the entire purpose is to let you know that I'm alive, but I figured it might be appropriate here. We've passed the two month mark since the last video dropped, which is a longer gap between videos than I prefer.
To cut to the chase: editing is well underway for the next video, and it should be out very soon! From here on out it'll mostly be rambling, so your mileage may vary.
As most of you will know by now, the video is on Two Worlds. Originally, I thought it might make more sense to do each game individually. But the first game was relatively short, so I decided to keep trucking and just do the entire series (two games and three standalone expansion packs) in one shot. This might have been a tad overambitious. On top of having several hundreds of hours worth of gameplay to get through (and footage to record), I also moved while making the video.
I have a very one track mind. That's usually great for getting videos done in a timely manner! But it can also make it difficult to switch gears and rebuild momentum when my usual process is interrupted. Having to move all of this furniture while dealing with realtors, lawyers, insurance brokers, alarm companies, banks, etc. and also working on the longest script I've ever written... I admit, it caught me off guard. We've also been fostering five animals, which is another responsibility that seemed more reasonable in the moment. All that to say, I might've been juggling too many balls this time. Side note: I used to hate talking on the phone. I'm totally indifferent to it now. I guess immersion therapy works.
ANYWAY with everything settled house-wise, the past couple of weeks have been much more productive. The great thing about the move is that I no longer have to be conscious of other people above our basement dungeon. So I can record or stream whenever I want to instead of having to plan around whether or not there'll be children running around upstairs, or dogs barking, what have you. I plan on talking about streaming stuff in more detail in an update after this next video is out. There'll also be some changes to the Patreon which I think will be great for both you and I, so stay tuned.
As for Two Worlds... this was more of a descent into madness than a casual look at a franchise. I'll leave most of my thoughts for the video, but suffice to say I can't believe the trajectory these games took after a fairly promising sequel. It's bad. Like, bad on a level that I haven't experienced on this channel yet (and given some of the stuff we've looked at, you know that's grim). Oh yeah, the video will also be about 4 hours long! If you've enjoyed some of the more comedic stuff like Dark Seed, I think you're going to like this one - but you, like me, may be emotionally wrung out by the time its over.
And yes, Ultima VIII is next! I thought this would be a good way to cleanse the palate and tee up a great 2026 by having Pagan be my first video of the new year. Alternatively, I've created a world in which I'm spending hundreds of hours playing Two Worlds and Ultima 8 back to back because of some deep-seated self loathing or something, I'm not sure.
And because I've kept you guys waiting for this long, here are some hints regarding my (tentative) plans for 2026 with varying degrees of vagueness:
Golden Sun fans rejoice
N64 fans rejoice
JRPG fans in general rejoice
Ultima fans despair (we all knew Ascension was coming eventually)
And who knows what else???
Thank you guys for your continued patience and support! If it weren't for Patreon, I'd be 5-alarm panicked, cutting corners to get a video out by now. Because of you, I have the time and resources to make it the best video it can be. Stay warm out there.
Comments (37)
"Golden Sun fans rejoice", yes! I rewatched the Golden Sun retrospective last week and noticed it was 2 years ago. Crazy how time flew, seemed like you just released it.
Late to this update, but I just want to say that you're the most consistent and reliable content creator I've experienced on Patreon. Excited to continue supporting you, and I wish you continued success. Despite how much your channel's already grown, I still think you're massively slept on. Also, as a big enjoyer of your comedic stuff--your Dark Seed and Harvester videos are my favorites in your catalog--I am MASSIVELY STOKED for a four hour video in that genre.
Quest 64 of course XD
Can't wait for what's to come. Super intrigued about the N64 stuff. I absolutely love videos on anything involving that console. And also can't wait to finally have more Golden Sun, and hopefully some day you talk about that black sheep Dark Dawn on DS. Have a wonderful holiday Maj. Keep warm out there, it's getting super cold 🥶
Thanks man, plugging my car in as we speak. Hope you're doing well!
I'm happy to hear that you're doing well! I'm looking forward to your next video and however long it takes, I'm sure it will be worth the wait.
Praise be majuular 🙏 Honestly no rush on the videos, I love the quality of your content more than anything else. Thanks for keeping up the hard work and delivering bangers.
Great stuff mate so long as you're in good health. It's done when it's done, looking forward to U8!
Take all the time you need, it'll be worth it! Also, just wanted to wish everyone and all of their loved ones (and all of their loved ones) a fun, happy, healthy, and safe 2025. Genuinely and sincerely wishing everyone nothing but the absolute best! :)
I wish you the same!
Glad to hear things are going well and I can’t wait for the next drop. Next year looks killer.
I understand the difficulty completely. i actually LIKE two worlds one and two but i've never finished 2 due to the absurd enemy stat spikes in the 3rd main area. Despite attempting full playthroughs twice.
I know I say this every time you update, essentially, but I wish to reinforce that we very much see you as a person first, and entertainer second. People here value your work deeply, but I’m sure we also as a collective understand that it comes as a result of who you are as a person - and I’m sure you’ll a lovely one (never mind that beautiful work ethic). Take your time brother, we patiently wait the drop and always wish you the best.
Thanks Nicolae. You may have said it before, but I always appreciate hearing it.
dank
I bought U8 after the last vid cause I didn't want to spoil myself on it and actually play a Ultima. Then I remembered it's that one from the computer store demo setup when I was a wee one where you just constantly drown and had a terrible foreboding about the upcoming video.
God bless and goodnight you bearded man.
The wait is always worth it with your videos. I hope the move went smooth enough and you settled in well. Deep respect for working on such a monstrous project while dealing with that plus the foster animals!
Not bothered by the wait at all, it's always worth it. I just let the patreon run and when a video drops I'm always so excited. Haven't been let down yet! :D
I’m always looking forward to your content. Definitely my all time favorite channel. Can’t wait to watch the more comedic stuff in Two Worlds bc I loved your Dark Seed video.
So Glad everything is going well after moving your entire life (I totally understand how much of a pain that is, I had to do it in between 2 different week and a half fishing trips 😵💫) I have been keeping myself entertained with some other great content creators and a few rewatches from your library. Can't wait to see and hear all the fun stuff your cooking up. And until next time, Stay Healthy, Wealthy and wise 😎👉
I just assumed people up there stopped moves past October.
No worries, take your time, I’ll just keep watching the Dark Seed video on my mission to get it to 2 million views. The world must know Mike Dawson! Haha. In all seriousness, take all the time you need and props for fostering the cats, thanks as always for the great videos that are always well worth the wait.
Don’t worry about if it takes a while between videos. We are all looking forward to your videos, and no one wants you to stress yourself out. Excited to see what’s coming up
looking forward to more streams! great update
Never kill yourself outright, take breaks when available. We are glad to help chip in some support so you don't lose your mind, Maj! You were my number 3 most viewed channel this year from the new vids and rewatches! See you at the video.
That's awesome, I love seeing those most-watched things. Thanks for the support!
Oh boy oh boy, The Lost Age! Can't wait! OR perhaps you'll torture me by technically doing a video on Golden Sun, but skip The Lost Age and go directly to Dark Dawn! Please don't!
If I do both at the same time, I can build up your excitement and then rip it away from you, thus force multiplying the torture tactics!
Thanks for the update, looking forward to the videos
Can't wait to watch the video! Thank you for everything that you do
What a stellar and involved update. As always, I love everything you do and I'm appreciative for this update. Please take your time, enjoy the new house, and remember that resting is job too. Cheers, Maj (& fam).
Thanks for the update Maj. I have no idea what Two Worlds is, but I'm always down for a four hour video! And can't wait for Pagan and to see if it's as shit as I thought it was in 1994. And I didn't even pay for it - that was back in my days of being a dirty BBS pirate with my US Robotics 14k4 modem and phreaking software that got me free international phone calls :D
Who needs therapy when you can mainline terrible western RPGs back to back. Can't wait!
Can't wait for the two worlds video - thanks for the update!
Moving is always fun, we just purchased our first home in August. It's worth it. I'm excited for Two Worlds, it's a game I played when I was in junior high and desperately wanted to like it...but never got very far.
Love that you're fostering. #adoptdontshop and all. Looking forward to the new videos, take your time.