MatPat Steps Down from The Game Theorists: A Farewell to a YouTube Legend

The Legacy of The Game Theorists

Matthew explained in his announcement video on YouTube, entitled “Goodbye Internet,” that he knew his departure was upcoming, which is why he and Stephanie had been working to bring on staff members and even partnered with a larger company to help keep the channels thriving after they stepped away. MatPat said that with content creation, one can either choose when they are finished or inevitably see their hard work, passion, and relevancy fade. With other YouTubers stepping away from their content, he intended to leave the Theorist channels on a high note rather than watching them fade.

The Reason Behind MatPat's Departure

MatPat expressed that the biggest reasons for stepping down were to spend more time with his son and relieve the pressures of incessant work from his family life. The YouTuber also intends to pursue his own creative projects after years of analyzing those of others and assured fans that he would continue to work behind the scenes of the channels. Regardless of reason, The Game Theorists has raised money for charity, showing their heart and that of their dedicated following, and the news of Matthew's retirement has been received with lots of emotion.

The Impact of MatPat's Departure

With other YouTubers stepping away from their content, he intended to leave the Theorist channels on a high note rather than watching them fade. "I love you guys. I do. You’re not just numbers. You’re not just ad impressions, you’re not just merch sales. What you have done for me… and what I have done for you is special.”