Timestamps (if i misheard something, my apologies) 00:40 "What is your process for gathering materials for a script like? What is your research process?" 02:06 "Do you have a piece of media that genuinely altered your perspective on the world on a major fundamental way or led to a big life decision?" 06:51"What is your favorite part writing essays?" 08:48 "What is your process developing video scripts?" 10:39 "How do we know what's worth passing to the next generation?" 13:16 "How has being a game critic affect how you play games? Do you find it more difficult to enjoy a game because you have to analyze it critically or has it enriched your enjoyment?" 15:04 "What do you want out of your relationship with your audience? How do you feel about parasocial relationships?" 18:41 "If you could make a game, what kind of game you'd make?" 21:14 "Was your writing style something you were taught? Or you picked up this skill along the way?" 23:24 "For travelogues: how do you research these places and know what to say about them?" 25:05 "Who are your favorite travel authors and do you have any recommendations?" 27:53 "What qualities do you look for in the media that you engage with?" 29:45 "What are obscure games or books you wish had more recognizition?" (If someone could write down the name of the books he mentioned, I'd appreciate it! Didn't catch them) 33:20 "Is there any franchise you stayed away from reviewing for any reason?" 35:18 "Were you ever self conscious about the sound of your own voice? How do you feel about people who use your videos to sleep?" 38:36 "What are your thoughts on the differences between mega projects and smaller pieces?" 41:02 "Have you considered publishing your scripts?" 42:26: "Have you ever taken formal voice training lessons?" (really funny answer here) 44:16 "How do you structure your day? How do you avoid franchise fatigue and burnout?" 45:31 "What do you think are the key things you learned over your UA-cam career?" 49:06 "Have you ever strongly resonated with a piece of music while having a psychodelic experience?" Congratulations on the milestone, Noah! Here's wishing you keep doing this for as long as you'd like.
I feel like he should be having a coked fueled conversation about his 80's mix tape to three porn star hustlers whilst playing russian roulette with his nickel-plated revolver.
Noah… Noah. I understand hating the sound of one’s own voice because I do too lol. But your voice is absolutely in the top 5 people on UA-cam. Please never change it. Your inflexions, pacing, tone: amazing. I can listen to it through 9 hour videos. Can’t say that about many people.
The only thing I'd suggest here is audio mixing. Noah's voice is good, it just needs some more EQ and compression/limiter work to make it easier on the ears; I do it all the time with my stuff.
"I'm slow about everything" I think, more importantly, you are dedicated to quality. Which on the internet is a rarity. Also, personally, I admire how much your own biases and experiences are a part of your work. You don't try to hide them, you let them inform your writing very clearly, and I think that's very admirable!
It was especially interesting to hear your thoughts regarding the psychedelic experience here. Being a follower of your work since day one, I could tell you had some trippy times under your belt. Also, Morcheeba is peak "trippy" music with or without the facilitation of psychoactive substances. Magdalena Bay are super underrated as well. Love your stuff man, I'm a big fan & always will be! Thanks for putting me on to Neko Case by the way, I'm listening to them now and it's right up my alley.
Hey Noah! Just wanted to kiss your ass for a second to say that I absolutely love what you have done with this channel. I walk away from every video feeling smarter and appreciate all the hard work you put into these videos. Keep up the good work, brother!
I still can't believe I've gotten you to say "boogers" repeatedly in several videos. And then you answered my question! Cheers, Noah, here's to however much longer you want to do this in happiness and success.
@@AlexJ1his work has genuinely reignited my passion for nonfiction. For many years, thanks to him, my sensibilities have changed and evolved to really love writing about our real ass, weird ass world.
@@MeansofIntrigue I really love Amanda Montell, C. Thi Nguyen and Ryan North. I'd recommend Cultish, Games: Agency as Art, and How To Take Over The World from them.
Noah, i dont comment on videos, i rarely engage aside from listening. Ive been listening for around 10 years now and i have to say i love your work and im genuinely proud of where youve got too. We're of a similar age, so seeing how youve gone from pizza guy, and line cook to full blown Goutuber while never comprimising on quality is amazing. I love your work and cannot wait to see where you go from here.
Hey Noah. I just wanted to take a second and say how transformative your Soulsborne video series was for me. I was already a huge fan of the games, but your videos completely changed the way I looked at them, specifically about the difficulty debate. I've recommended them to many people who just feel like the series is not FOR them and it's changed minds. On top of that, they are just really really well made and your newfound passion for a piece of media you'd been ignoring because you also felt like it wasn't FOR you comes through like a megaphone. I've been watching your videos almost from the start, but that series specifically really resonated with me. Keep up the good work!
I'm curious if you changed the mind of anyone who doesn't have the perseverance to overcome the try-fail-retry loop, as that's one aspect that I don't think I've heard anyone touch on in the difficulty debate.
re:Not wanting to play Final Fantasy or Kingdom Hearts As both a FF and KH fan I would never in a million years ask you to reconsider BUT I do so desperately crave the Caldwell-Gervais perspective on a JRPG, and so for that reason I suggest the Earthbound/Mother series. Honestly, it seems right up your alley given its offbeat Americana vibe.
That's a great suggestion. Noah would get a lot from Earthbound, it's a road trip through America with your buddies, Noah lived that life. Another Turn-based RPG Noah might enjoy is 'Omori' with it's thematic overlap with Planescape Torment.
This man simultaneously is younger but sounds older than me, all the while looking like he stepped out of a better decade than we're in now. I'm truly amazed. Keep at it man, you keep life interesting for the rest of us.
Hey Noah, We want you to focus on the projects you're passionate about. While we all have our own recommendations, what truly matters is that your work comes from your own inspiration, not from a sense of obligation to meet fan expectations. Congrats on the 10+ years. See you at the 20+ milestone :)
Noah, that Major Lazer story is such a perfect microcosm of why I love your writing. It's so evocative, and really puts me there in the moment of the story, at that show where your months-long joke has become vindicated by Major Lazer being fucking real. In such an insightful video all throughout to lead to that little hilarious nugget is genius. I hope you never stop writing in one form or another, the world would be way worse without it.
Congratulations on 10(ish) years of being one of the absolute finest writers on the site! I look forward to your uploads more than anyone else I'm subbed to, thank you for all the great work ❤️❤️
Me and my friend drop everything to watch and talk about a new video from you. Your work is always a joy. Also, your voice and mannerisms are genuinely great. You just rule in general man
I'm saving this video until later on when I can give it my full attention, but just wanted to say thank you so much for your work, Noah. It's brought me a lot of comfort over the years, as well as introduced me to some game genres I wouldn't have looked into that I now love. You've genuinely made me a much more open minded person, and I can't thank you enough for that one. You were my introduction to long form/retrospective pieces on UA-cam, and I've become a fan of many other creators that specialize in it, but none of them match your passionate approach. I hope life is good brother, you've earned it 👊
Noah, I must've been 14 or so when I first listened to you ramble about Fallout.; Now I am closer to 25, and I find my inner voice sounding like yours when in comes to... anything, really! So many of your video essays have inspired me to a degree I can't even put into words. Again, I have followed you since I was 14, I have clicked on some of your videos the moment the released, others..... not as quick, because I didnt care about them as much! Im no expert on all off your videos, but the language you adopt, the approach you take, that's something I can't shake off man. I sincerely love all of your videos, your approach to journalism and, honestly, I am here to follow you where ever you go. Consider me a virtual soldier; no matter where you go, there I am, in support of YOU, and only YOU
I just wanted to drop in and say you are my favorite essayist, favorite content creator online. Everything you do is an absolute treasure, I live for the long form videos and they are worth the wait. Don’t let any detractors or self-doubt slow you down, you’re absolutely the best Noah.
This'll get buried, but on the subject of your voice and I guess your videoes in general. They've really helped me. I suffer from CPTSD and I discovered your channel during my time with my abusive ex. Your long videoes and soothing voice were something of a refuge for me through that. They still are, and when I feel overwhelmed I often use your videoes to help me calm down. So, thank you for that. Not only is your work just incredibly good but it soothes me like mainlining lorazepam.
As a designer going through the motions of their first full time project at a studio you've talked about, I appreciate your essays as company during the long hours of development. Here's to 10 (or 11 and a half) more!
Genuinely one of the best voices on this platform - you are living proof that the quality of something doesn't depend on having a bunch of flashy editing or effects, you just write and narrate at an extremely high quality and share your passion with us. Thank you and I am looking forward to having 10 more years of relaxing sleep.
I just want you to know, I love all your work. But especially, I love how even for these questions, where you're doing the one take and don't have a whole script written, I can hear the voice you use in your videos. The pattern of talking, the thoughtfulness, it's all still there, and I think that's really cool. Thanks for making things your way. It's something I just don't find on the internet that often, and it makes me happy to support you.
It's been a thrill and an honor to have been a patron of your channel over the years, your work has consistently been better than anything else on the platform and is only getting better! Cheers to the next 10 years!
Noah, I love your work. You've inspired me as a writer and your narration really is some of the best. I've got ADHD and it's quite difficult for me to listen to things for an extended period without drifting yet your videos keep me engrossed for hours. You're like my go to video essayist when I need to recommend somebody! Thank you!
You being able to articulate why making pizzas as a living sucks as "sicifiean" is why I love you, couldn't have used a better word to say all that it means
Finding out that not only do you listen to hyper-pop, but you listen to *Kesha* (or at least specifically Rainbow) is an absolutely revelatory joy for me, as Kesha's #1 fangirl upon this green Earth of ours, lol Marking this here so I can hopefully come back and write a bit more about that, as well as write a lot more praise and affection for you and your work, Noah; suffice to say, you are a lovely man, and you have genuinely changed the way I think about and engage with media enormously over the past couple years.
I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done. There are only a few people on UA-cam that I have consistently watched throughout the years and you are at the top for me. Being a level designer in the games industry I have learned so much about the medium and I can't wait to see what you do next!
I've been listening/watching your content for years now. It is a great comfort watch to go back to for me especially your videos on Fallout, Kotor 1&2, and the Jedi Knight/Dark Forces series. I smile everytime I see a new video from you.
Massive respect for the work you do. One of my favourite tubers, and a master of the spoken word. How you manage to write a 9 hour video and make the time melt away is unfathomable.
Thank you for all your hard work. And when it comes to falling asleep to your videos, it doesn't deal with the content. First and second watch, I am fully awake, but after that, it is like being told a favorite story and is helpful for my anxiety to focus on a story I know already.
Congrats on 10+ years Noah! Your essays often do one of the best things I think criticism can accomplish: deepen my enjoyment and understanding of something I already like. And your travelogs are a great experience. On psychedelics and music, etc, I related way to hard to "now that I'm in my 30s it's exhausting " 😂 I just hit 40 and man do I not have the energy for it anymore
you are honestly inspiring. every time i listen/watch/rewatch one of your videos there's a part of me that feels at peace, that we can love things so much, and hate things so much, that we wished we loved them. from critique to endorsement to every cough and pause between. thank you for your work.
Love you, man. Your work means so much to me. Everytime I see a new video, I cherish it. And I go back to your videos again and again. And Earth Abides is my absolute favorite as well. It was life changing.
Loved the little music talk at the end. And I can't believe the channel has been around so long. Doesn't even seem like it. Really dig what you do. Wishing the best for you that you can keep on doing it.
I honestly have never wanted to be friends with a UA-camr more than I do with you, Noah. You are EXACTLY the type of dude I'd love to just hang and do nothing with - like my 2 best friends. This Q&A made me miss them. All the best to you, dude.
I have so much admiration for you and the things you create. Thank you for continuing with this medium and providing things that have genuinely made me a more thoughtful person
Your videos are consistently some of the most thoughtful and insightful writings about video games, and you have deeply influenced the way I think about the medium. Thank you for all you have done on this platform.
I’m parasocially proud of your success. I’ve been watching for years and this is still one of my favorite channels. Even when I infrequently disagree with a take, it’s always an interesting perspective that makes me think harder about my own.
What a treat. Thank you for the years of greatness Noah. Only Patreon I’ve ever subscribed to and have no intention of stopping. Your videos are among the very best in media criticism imo and it’s been a blast to follow your journey over the past decade. Here’s to another decade!
My guy, I first discovered you in 2016 and you've been my favorite content creator ever since. I've spent many long drives watching video after video. Don't ever change. Keep it up. Looking forward to the next video
Great questions and glad I caught this here as I must have missed the patreon thread. Congratulations on (more) than ten years - a huge milestone and I look forward to enjoying your thoughtful takes for as long as you feel like producing them.
Happy anniversary Noah! Your channel is one of the best on this website. Your love for the medium and your enthusiasm really shines through every video you make, and your insight and eloquence has really made me think about series and games that have been done to death by other youtubers. Keep doing what you're doing, and I'll look forward to your 20th anniversary video!
I'm so happy that you have managed to make this gig sustainable for you, both financially and creatively. It's no small feat. Congrats and thanks for the videos.
Love your videos, I've listened to your longest ones multiple times over many, many long boring work days. Thanks for the amazing work, and looking forward to the next 10 years!
Thank you so much for making this video. As someone who's watched just about all of your videos, it's great to see you just relaxing and answering some questions. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for showing us behind the curtain. It was really cool to hear how you do it, what you like, and understand your process. Thank you for changing the way I think about gaming, for opening my eyes to the deeper means behind things most people would overlook or never even notice in the art of gaming, their stories, mechanics, and perspectives.
I just want to say, thank you so much for putting your stuff out there man! You've got such a unique and special perspective on things, and your videos got me through some especially rough times (recovering in isolation after a mid-COVID surgery in particular, your videos felt like having someone in the room to just chat with about cool and interesting things for hours). Hope you keep on enjoying yourself with all this!
You have genuinely made me reevaluate my perspective on a number of games thanks to your thoughtful insights and commentary. Love your work and I hope you get to keep doing it for decades more. Cheers!
Dude your videos have kept me up into the wee hours and have also served as the best soothing, interesting, thought provoking stuff to listen to before bed. I think I've watched your "Real life landscapes Fallout 1, 2, 3" more times than I can remember and have traveled to dreamland with your voice guiding me. Never ever change.
You’re one of the best writers I have listened too. Deadlines are only suggestions, you deliver, I will listen. Congrats on 10ish years 🎉🎉 still patiently waiting on a Persona or Pillars of Eternity retrospective
Hey Noah, you've been an immense inspiration to me over the last few years. A few days ago I posted my own first video essay/review, and wanted to thank you for still doing this. I'd have never had the courage to just let myself speak without learning a lot about how to do it from your videos.
Thank you for all the amazing work you've done over the years! (Side note: Since you enjoyed Death Stranding so much, I would really love to see you cover the Metal Gear Solid Games one of these days)
Noah your writing is genuinely so beautiful that you have on many occasions often in the same video moved me to profound emotional catharsis. You are one of the few people on this platform that actually produce art. Thank you for your voice
You're videos are something special. If i ever had a desire for you to cover something it would be a mass effect retrospective but honestly all of your videos are so well written and paced that anything you do is a delight
Congrats on 10 years! I remember first finding this channel and being really blown away by the level of analytical depth of analysis. Still am! May you be well and happy, Noah!
Heya! Thank you so much for your work and your passion! I'm on the sleeping-with-your-voice-in-the-background crowd, and it does bring comfort! You also seem like a very nice human and that's always something good that needs to be praised these days! Take care!
You do great work, keep it up! I've been watching/listening since the og COD video years ago, you've become someone I'll always remember and always look forward to all your work.
Doing the 10th anniversary special a year and a half late is so on brand lmao. Thank you for the many hours of contemplation and entertainment you've provided.
dude ive been enjoying your long form videos for a while even your travel stuff. while im playing a game its great to have ont he 2nd screen listening to someone go over things i grew up with and even learning things i didnt know about said older things. keep it up bro, much appreciated, though you are slow to put stuff out, when it drops its always gold. keep it up man looking forward to more videos
I always amazed and impressed at your ability to tie your writing about video games into an aspect of your life, whether it's an experience, a perception, a memory, or just a little anecdote. It makes your writing feel unique and it's something I aspire to in my own writing.
Noah your Lincoln Highway video is one of my fave pieces of internet video period and also a big inspiration for my own writing. And a classic to fall asleep to as well, although I miss the great visuals. Keep on keeping on and I hope for more "real life" based projects in the future
Thanks Noah! Your writing has been a constant source of inspiration and entertainment for me since all the way back in 2013. You've helped to carve a space not only for yourself but inspired many others to realise their own aspirations!
You've inspired beyond what I can convey and I reference you a ton at university. Post my masters, you've been the evidence I used in presentations that serious non-fiction writing about games is not only out there, but people love it.
Timestamps (if i misheard something, my apologies)
00:40 "What is your process for gathering materials for a script like? What is your research process?"
02:06 "Do you have a piece of media that genuinely altered your perspective on the world on a major fundamental way or led to a big life decision?"
06:51"What is your favorite part writing essays?"
08:48 "What is your process developing video scripts?"
10:39 "How do we know what's worth passing to the next generation?"
13:16 "How has being a game critic affect how you play games? Do you find it more difficult to enjoy a game because you have to analyze it critically or has it enriched your enjoyment?"
15:04 "What do you want out of your relationship with your audience? How do you feel about parasocial relationships?"
18:41 "If you could make a game, what kind of game you'd make?"
21:14 "Was your writing style something you were taught? Or you picked up this skill along the way?"
23:24 "For travelogues: how do you research these places and know what to say about them?"
25:05 "Who are your favorite travel authors and do you have any recommendations?"
27:53 "What qualities do you look for in the media that you engage with?"
29:45 "What are obscure games or books you wish had more recognizition?" (If someone could write down the name of the books he mentioned, I'd appreciate it! Didn't catch them)
33:20 "Is there any franchise you stayed away from reviewing for any reason?"
35:18 "Were you ever self conscious about the sound of your own voice? How do you feel about people who use your videos to sleep?"
38:36 "What are your thoughts on the differences between mega projects and smaller pieces?"
41:02 "Have you considered publishing your scripts?"
42:26: "Have you ever taken formal voice training lessons?" (really funny answer here)
44:16 "How do you structure your day? How do you avoid franchise fatigue and burnout?"
45:31 "What do you think are the key things you learned over your UA-cam career?"
49:06 "Have you ever strongly resonated with a piece of music while having a psychodelic experience?"
Congratulations on the milestone, Noah! Here's wishing you keep doing this for as long as you'd like.
Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Charles Sheffield, Ship of Fools by Richard Paul Russo, Leech by Hiron Ennes
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@@thirdcoinedge thank you!
@@saotiago You're welcome!
The drip is immaculate here
He needs a gold chain to compete it.
@CarrotConsumer maybe some chest hair.
Gold rimmed aviators.
The Pacific Ocean levels of drip.
He looks like if Varric from Dragon Age was a GTA character, I love it.
I feel like he should be having a coked fueled conversation about his 80's mix tape to three porn star hustlers whilst playing russian roulette with his nickel-plated revolver.
its like late 90s dwayne johnson
2 noah videos in a singular day? this will sustain the village for weeks to come
Me watching the same videos 5+ times just to hangout with my favorite game design professor
Oh thank GOD I'm not the only one who does that.@@dylanlondrigan4451
@@dylanlondrigan4451same
I can't believe I just ran out of 🌿 the day Noah drops two new videos
@@itcouldbelupus2842 i'd share with you if i could
Noah sitting at his computer with a mug of tea writing a script while listening to Slut Pop at full volume
This has happened more times than I can count
@@broadcaststsatic god you are the best
Noah… Noah. I understand hating the sound of one’s own voice because I do too lol.
But your voice is absolutely in the top 5 people on UA-cam. Please never change it. Your inflexions, pacing, tone: amazing. I can listen to it through 9 hour videos. Can’t say that about many people.
I feel like the reason his voice is so encapsulating is he brings a level of love/passion and it really shows
Soothing as fuck
So much this
If even Noah hates his voice, then maybe everyone hates their own voice. Meaning mine's not really that bad
The only thing I'd suggest here is audio mixing. Noah's voice is good, it just needs some more EQ and compression/limiter work to make it easier on the ears; I do it all the time with my stuff.
I'm so happy for you and your wife. Your journey has been remarkable. Thanks for sharing so many years and moments with us.
Wow, you never know who you'll run into in these comments sections.
It's your fault I'm addicted to long form, deep dive video essays man
Read a book, you’ll get more out of it than these shallow and hollow hours of content. I recommend Celine, Proust, and Hamsun
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Why are you here?
Dudes awesome but his take on postal and the whole "asshole simulator" ...not so much.
Based
@@jackburton1455 That's okay. You don't have to agree with every single one of his opinions.
"I'm slow about everything"
I think, more importantly, you are dedicated to quality. Which on the internet is a rarity.
Also, personally, I admire how much your own biases and experiences are a part of your work. You don't try to hide them, you let them inform your writing very clearly, and I think that's very admirable!
It was especially interesting to hear your thoughts regarding the psychedelic experience here. Being a follower of your work since day one, I could tell you had some trippy times under your belt. Also, Morcheeba is peak "trippy" music with or without the facilitation of psychoactive substances. Magdalena Bay are super underrated as well. Love your stuff man, I'm a big fan & always will be!
Thanks for putting me on to Neko Case by the way, I'm listening to them now and it's right up my alley.
Hey Noah! Just wanted to kiss your ass for a second to say that I absolutely love what you have done with this channel. I walk away from every video feeling smarter and appreciate all the hard work you put into these videos. Keep up the good work, brother!
"Boogers boogers boogers, boogers boogers... boogers."
UA-cam offered me the option to "Translate to English" lmao
I still can't believe I've gotten you to say "boogers" repeatedly in several videos. And then you answered my question! Cheers, Noah, here's to however much longer you want to do this in happiness and success.
Genuinely one of my favourite writers, not just on youtube but in general. The insight you bring into every topic you touch upon is inspiring
I've been following Noah since almost day one and he still flaws me with his insight.
@@AlexJ1his work has genuinely reignited my passion for nonfiction. For many years, thanks to him, my sensibilities have changed and evolved to really love writing about our real ass, weird ass world.
Who are your other favourites?
@@MeansofIntrigue I really love Amanda Montell, C. Thi Nguyen and Ryan North. I'd recommend Cultish, Games: Agency as Art, and How To Take Over The World from them.
I really wish he would put some writing in print, I want to read more and I would honestly rather read his work than any books rn
Man, as much as i love your content; just a sit down with Noah is a diamond hour, thanks man.
Oh dude, therres TWO videos.
Double treat by the man himself.
Noah, i dont comment on videos, i rarely engage aside from listening.
Ive been listening for around 10 years now and i have to say i love your work and im genuinely proud of where youve got too.
We're of a similar age, so seeing how youve gone from pizza guy, and line cook to full blown Goutuber while never comprimising on quality is amazing.
I love your work and cannot wait to see where you go from here.
Hey Noah. I just wanted to take a second and say how transformative your Soulsborne video series was for me.
I was already a huge fan of the games, but your videos completely changed the way I looked at them, specifically about the difficulty debate.
I've recommended them to many people who just feel like the series is not FOR them and it's changed minds. On top of that, they are just really really well made and your newfound passion for a piece of media you'd been ignoring because you also felt like it wasn't FOR you comes through like a megaphone.
I've been watching your videos almost from the start, but that series specifically really resonated with me.
Keep up the good work!
I'm curious if you changed the mind of anyone who doesn't have the perseverance to overcome the try-fail-retry loop, as that's one aspect that I don't think I've heard anyone touch on in the difficulty debate.
Our boy Noah is looking like he wants to say: "First you get the money. Then you get the power. Then you get the women, chico."
Bro looks like he spends plenty of time in Miami. 😂
re:Not wanting to play Final Fantasy or Kingdom Hearts
As both a FF and KH fan I would never in a million years ask you to reconsider
BUT
I do so desperately crave the Caldwell-Gervais perspective on a JRPG, and so for that reason I suggest the Earthbound/Mother series. Honestly, it seems right up your alley given its offbeat Americana vibe.
That's a great suggestion. Noah would get a lot from Earthbound, it's a road trip through America with your buddies, Noah lived that life.
Another Turn-based RPG Noah might enjoy is 'Omori' with it's thematic overlap with Planescape Torment.
Giygas theme starts playing
The Resident Evil retrospective video is your finest work. I'll never expect another video like that again, but im glad it exists.
This man simultaneously is younger but sounds older than me, all the while looking like he stepped out of a better decade than we're in now. I'm truly amazed. Keep at it man, you keep life interesting for the rest of us.
S-tier cure to "too anxious to sleep" . ❤ Started in 2020 and still going. I actually like your voice.
Hey Noah,
We want you to focus on the projects you're passionate about. While we all have our own recommendations, what truly matters is that your work comes from your own inspiration, not from a sense of obligation to meet fan expectations.
Congrats on the 10+ years. See you at the 20+ milestone :)
couldnt agree more
Noah, that Major Lazer story is such a perfect microcosm of why I love your writing. It's so evocative, and really puts me there in the moment of the story, at that show where your months-long joke has become vindicated by Major Lazer being fucking real. In such an insightful video all throughout to lead to that little hilarious nugget is genius. I hope you never stop writing in one form or another, the world would be way worse without it.
52:40 "Major Lazer was really there, and he was really there _for me_. Thanks, Major Lazer."
I’m so glad my dumbass question resulted in such a great lil anecdote 😭
Congratulations on 10(ish) years of being one of the absolute finest writers on the site! I look forward to your uploads more than anyone else I'm subbed to, thank you for all the great work ❤️❤️
Even answering questions, I’m amazed at this guy’s insight and willingness to put up with our silly, eager questions.
Love your work dude. Something about your voice is like ASMR to me.
His voice has something magic. Can't be explained.
Me and my friend drop everything to watch and talk about a new video from you. Your work is always a joy.
Also, your voice and mannerisms are genuinely great. You just rule in general man
So excited for the Pacific Drive video, loved that game and thought it was totally up your alley.
I'm saving this video until later on when I can give it my full attention, but just wanted to say thank you so much for your work, Noah. It's brought me a lot of comfort over the years, as well as introduced me to some game genres I wouldn't have looked into that I now love. You've genuinely made me a much more open minded person, and I can't thank you enough for that one.
You were my introduction to long form/retrospective pieces on UA-cam, and I've become a fan of many other creators that specialize in it, but none of them match your passionate approach. I hope life is good brother, you've earned it 👊
2 videos in a day?! Lets goooooo
Noah, I must've been 14 or so when I first listened to you ramble about Fallout.; Now I am closer to 25, and I find my inner voice sounding like yours when in comes to... anything, really! So many of your video essays have inspired me to a degree I can't even put into words. Again, I have followed you since I was 14, I have clicked on some of your videos the moment the released, others..... not as quick, because I didnt care about them as much! Im no expert on all off your videos, but the language you adopt, the approach you take, that's something I can't shake off man. I sincerely love all of your videos, your approach to journalism and, honestly, I am here to follow you where ever you go. Consider me a virtual soldier; no matter where you go, there I am, in support of YOU, and only YOU
I just wanted to drop in and say you are my favorite essayist, favorite content creator online. Everything you do is an absolute treasure, I live for the long form videos and they are worth the wait. Don’t let any detractors or self-doubt slow you down, you’re absolutely the best Noah.
This'll get buried, but on the subject of your voice and I guess your videoes in general. They've really helped me. I suffer from CPTSD and I discovered your channel during my time with my abusive ex. Your long videoes and soothing voice were something of a refuge for me through that. They still are, and when I feel overwhelmed I often use your videoes to help me calm down. So, thank you for that. Not only is your work just incredibly good but it soothes me like mainlining lorazepam.
As a designer going through the motions of their first full time project at a studio you've talked about, I appreciate your essays as company during the long hours of development. Here's to 10 (or 11 and a half) more!
Genuinely one of the best voices on this platform - you are living proof that the quality of something doesn't depend on having a bunch of flashy editing or effects, you just write and narrate at an extremely high quality and share your passion with us.
Thank you and I am looking forward to having 10 more years of relaxing sleep.
I just want you to know, I love all your work. But especially, I love how even for these questions, where you're doing the one take and don't have a whole script written, I can hear the voice you use in your videos. The pattern of talking, the thoughtfulness, it's all still there, and I think that's really cool.
Thanks for making things your way. It's something I just don't find on the internet that often, and it makes me happy to support you.
It's been a thrill and an honor to have been a patron of your channel over the years, your work has consistently been better than anything else on the platform and is only getting better! Cheers to the next 10 years!
Noah got me through the hard times, the easy times and the times in between. Sure, it’s parasocial. But it helped anyway. And for that, I’m grateful.
Ive fallen in even deeper love with your channel, thank you.
Keep on keeping on broseph. Definitively one of the best at what you do.
Noah, I love your work. You've inspired me as a writer and your narration really is some of the best. I've got ADHD and it's quite difficult for me to listen to things for an extended period without drifting yet your videos keep me engrossed for hours. You're like my go to video essayist when I need to recommend somebody! Thank you!
You have no idea how happy I am to see videos from you/your channel! Thanks for all the hard work and great content 💖
You being able to articulate why making pizzas as a living sucks as "sicifiean" is why I love you, couldn't have used a better word to say all that it means
Finding out that not only do you listen to hyper-pop, but you listen to *Kesha* (or at least specifically Rainbow) is an absolutely revelatory joy for me, as Kesha's #1 fangirl upon this green Earth of ours, lol Marking this here so I can hopefully come back and write a bit more about that, as well as write a lot more praise and affection for you and your work, Noah; suffice to say, you are a lovely man, and you have genuinely changed the way I think about and engage with media enormously over the past couple years.
I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done. There are only a few people on UA-cam that I have consistently watched throughout the years and you are at the top for me. Being a level designer in the games industry I have learned so much about the medium and I can't wait to see what you do next!
I've been listening/watching your content for years now. It is a great comfort watch to go back to for me especially your videos on Fallout, Kotor 1&2, and the Jedi Knight/Dark Forces series. I smile everytime I see a new video from you.
Commenting for engagement but also just. I love your work man. Thank you so much for sharing the gift of your insight and writing with us.
Massive respect for the work you do. One of my favourite tubers, and a master of the spoken word.
How you manage to write a 9 hour video and make the time melt away is unfathomable.
So proud of you Noah. Keep up the phenomenal work you do!
my fav UA-cam channel, thanks for everything you do! always appreciate your vibes, insights and allyship.
Thank you for all your hard work.
And when it comes to falling asleep to your videos, it doesn't deal with the content. First and second watch, I am fully awake, but after that, it is like being told a favorite story and is helpful for my anxiety to focus on a story I know already.
Congrats on 10+ years Noah! Your essays often do one of the best things I think criticism can accomplish: deepen my enjoyment and understanding of something I already like. And your travelogs are a great experience.
On psychedelics and music, etc, I related way to hard to "now that I'm in my 30s it's exhausting " 😂
I just hit 40 and man do I not have the energy for it anymore
you are honestly inspiring. every time i listen/watch/rewatch one of your videos there's a part of me that feels at peace, that we can love things so much, and hate things so much, that we wished we loved them. from critique to endorsement to every cough and pause between. thank you for your work.
Love you, man. Your work means so much to me. Everytime I see a new video, I cherish it. And I go back to your videos again and again.
And Earth Abides is my absolute favorite as well. It was life changing.
Ah Noah, thanks so much for this. Love your videos and love your dedication to the craft. Your insight and voice are always so engaging.
Loved the little music talk at the end. And I can't believe the channel has been around so long. Doesn't even seem like it. Really dig what you do. Wishing the best for you that you can keep on doing it.
I honestly have never wanted to be friends with a UA-camr more than I do with you, Noah. You are EXACTLY the type of dude I'd love to just hang and do nothing with - like my 2 best friends. This Q&A made me miss them.
All the best to you, dude.
I have so much admiration for you and the things you create. Thank you for continuing with this medium and providing things that have genuinely made me a more thoughtful person
Love all the content - thoughtful deep dives, and yes the wonderful soothing voice too! Here’s to the next ten years!
Your videos are consistently some of the most thoughtful and insightful writings about video games, and you have deeply influenced the way I think about the medium. Thank you for all you have done on this platform.
Thanks for all your work over the years Noah, your writing and oration are fantastic and you deserve all your success and more. Keep on keeping on :)
I’m parasocially proud of your success.
I’ve been watching for years and this is still one of my favorite channels. Even when I infrequently disagree with a take, it’s always an interesting perspective that makes me think harder about my own.
What a treat. Thank you for the years of greatness Noah. Only Patreon I’ve ever subscribed to and have no intention of stopping. Your videos are among the very best in media criticism imo and it’s been a blast to follow your journey over the past decade. Here’s to another decade!
I watch your videos from time to time and this feels like a first time knowing something about you.
Very fun listen. Thanks for sharing.
My guy, I first discovered you in 2016 and you've been my favorite content creator ever since. I've spent many long drives watching video after video. Don't ever change. Keep it up. Looking forward to the next video
Great questions and glad I caught this here as I must have missed the patreon thread. Congratulations on (more) than ten years - a huge milestone and I look forward to enjoying your thoughtful takes for as long as you feel like producing them.
Your media is very calming and comforting. If I ever take a long long walk, I’ll always pop open one of your videos.
🎉🎉Congratulations on the years🎉🎉
Happy anniversary Noah! Your channel is one of the best on this website. Your love for the medium and your enthusiasm really shines through every video you make, and your insight and eloquence has really made me think about series and games that have been done to death by other youtubers. Keep doing what you're doing, and I'll look forward to your 20th anniversary video!
I'm so happy that you have managed to make this gig sustainable for you, both financially and creatively. It's no small feat. Congrats and thanks for the videos.
Love your videos, I've listened to your longest ones multiple times over many, many long boring work days. Thanks for the amazing work, and looking forward to the next 10 years!
Thank you so much for making this video. As someone who's watched just about all of your videos, it's great to see you just relaxing and answering some questions. Keep up the great work!
I checked for a video last night and was rewarded after breakfast.
Thank you for showing us behind the curtain. It was really cool to hear how you do it, what you like, and understand your process. Thank you for changing the way I think about gaming, for opening my eyes to the deeper means behind things most people would overlook or never even notice in the art of gaming, their stories, mechanics, and perspectives.
I just want to say, thank you so much for putting your stuff out there man! You've got such a unique and special perspective on things, and your videos got me through some especially rough times (recovering in isolation after a mid-COVID surgery in particular, your videos felt like having someone in the room to just chat with about cool and interesting things for hours). Hope you keep on enjoying yourself with all this!
Happy anniversary Noah! Love your essays, and thank you for being so inspiring!
You have genuinely made me reevaluate my perspective on a number of games thanks to your thoughtful insights and commentary. Love your work and I hope you get to keep doing it for decades more. Cheers!
Dude your videos have kept me up into the wee hours and have also served as the best soothing, interesting, thought provoking stuff to listen to before bed. I think I've watched your "Real life landscapes Fallout 1, 2, 3" more times than I can remember and have traveled to dreamland with your voice guiding me. Never ever change.
You’re one of the best writers I have listened too. Deadlines are only suggestions, you deliver, I will listen.
Congrats on 10ish years 🎉🎉
still patiently waiting on a Persona or Pillars of Eternity retrospective
Hey Noah, you've been an immense inspiration to me over the last few years. A few days ago I posted my own first video essay/review, and wanted to thank you for still doing this. I'd have never had the courage to just let myself speak without learning a lot about how to do it from your videos.
Congrats on over 10 years of this. Keep being yourself, as that is what makes your videos so good. You will always be my fav 😊
Awesome video as always, hope you stick around for another 10 years, you're the goat!
Thank you for all the amazing work you've done over the years!
(Side note: Since you enjoyed Death Stranding so much, I would really love to see you cover the Metal Gear Solid Games one of these days)
Noah your writing is genuinely so beautiful that you have on many occasions often in the same video moved me to profound emotional catharsis. You are one of the few people on this platform that actually produce art. Thank you for your voice
You're videos are something special. If i ever had a desire for you to cover something it would be a mass effect retrospective but honestly all of your videos are so well written and paced that anything you do is a delight
Congrats on 10 years! I remember first finding this channel and being really blown away by the level of analytical depth of analysis. Still am! May you be well and happy, Noah!
Heya! Thank you so much for your work and your passion! I'm on the sleeping-with-your-voice-in-the-background crowd, and it does bring comfort!
You also seem like a very nice human and that's always something good that needs to be praised these days!
Take care!
congratulations! your work is and has always been stellar. thank so much for the years of quality content.
Love the videos, hope you continue to enjoy making them for years to come! 🙌 I’ll be here to support you as long as that lasts. 😁
You do great work, keep it up! I've been watching/listening since the og COD video years ago, you've become someone I'll always remember and always look forward to all your work.
Doing the 10th anniversary special a year and a half late is so on brand lmao. Thank you for the many hours of contemplation and entertainment you've provided.
You are a gift to the world Noah. Much love and congrats on over 10 years of incredible work!
Lovely thoughtful video, as all of yours are. The references to sincerity are so key. You're a wonderful creator.
dude ive been enjoying your long form videos for a while even your travel stuff. while im playing a game its great to have ont he 2nd screen listening to someone go over things i grew up with and even learning things i didnt know about said older things. keep it up bro, much appreciated, though you are slow to put stuff out, when it drops its always gold. keep it up man looking forward to more videos
I always amazed and impressed at your ability to tie your writing about video games into an aspect of your life, whether it's an experience, a perception, a memory, or just a little anecdote. It makes your writing feel unique and it's something I aspire to in my own writing.
Noah your Lincoln Highway video is one of my fave pieces of internet video period and also a big inspiration for my own writing. And a classic to fall asleep to as well, although I miss the great visuals. Keep on keeping on and I hope for more "real life" based projects in the future
Cool to hear a bit about your thoughts on things. You're an interesting person and one of the best game critics. Thanks for all the hard work.
Thanks Noah! Your writing has been a constant source of inspiration and entertainment for me since all the way back in 2013. You've helped to carve a space not only for yourself but inspired many others to realise their own aspirations!
You've inspired beyond what I can convey and I reference you a ton at university. Post my masters, you've been the evidence I used in presentations that serious non-fiction writing about games is not only out there, but people love it.
Love your work Noah, thank you for all the hard work you put in!