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Published 2026-05-15

There's Too Much Cheese?!

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IGN seems to think there is TOO much cheese in Mouse P.I. and honestly…this made me wonder if this is truly the case. It’s one thing to FEEL like there’s a lot of cheese in this game, but if you do the MATH, do the numbers back you up?

Published 2026-05-01

What Went WRONG With Mascot Horror

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Where did all the mascot horror go?! It feels like we’ve been covering less of it on the channel and there hasn’t really been anything new and original in a REALLY long time. So…what happened? Let’s take a journey down memory lane and figure out what happened to this once popular genre…

Published 2026-04-24

Dandy's World LIED To You

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Dandy’s World LIED! What appeared to me to be an apologetic toon trying to make amends for the mess he made was really a cover up for the deep pain and suffering he caused behind the scenes. And all of these new updates have shown us a LOT more about what’s really going on with the Toons in the Gardenview Center…and of course more LORE

Published 2026-02-20

This IS Poppy's Story

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Since Poppy Playtime burst onto the scene back in 2021, we’ve been working hard trying to figure out the lore of this game. With Chapter 5 finally being here, I figured it would be useful to put all of it into one place so, here is our updated Poppy Playtime Timeline!

Published 2026-01-29

The Prototype Is Poppy?

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I have SOLVED who Poppy Playtime’s Prototype really is…for real this time! Mob released a few new teasers and I noticed one small detail that completely changed my understanding of this franchise's most mysterious character, Experiment 1006, the Prototype.

2025 was a BIG year for FNAF and with the release of Secret of the Mimic, there was a LOT to discuss. We all know how complicated FNAF can be, it’s hard to keep track of all the theories at the best of times. So, I figured I’d give you guys a little gift and package all of our Secret of the Mimic theories up into one convenient little present that you can enjoy. Here is EVERYTHING you need to know about FNAF Secret of the Mimic!

Published 2025-12-19

FNAF, What’s ACTUALLY in the Box?

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What was REALLY in the FNAF 4 Box? It’s a question that has plagued the FNAF community for YEARS since it first appeared in FNAF 4. Last year, Scott finally gave us an answer that didn't really sit well with many fans and has me wondering if there’s maybe something else going on here…

Published 2025-12-11

What Everyone Missed About Amanda 3

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The final chapter of Amanda the Adventurer just released and has everyone…a bit confused. There’s still SO many unanswered questions about the franchise and mysteries left to solve. Which of our theories were actually proven right? What did we get wrong? Join Game Theory host Tom for today’s episode!

Published 2025-12-05

Your FNAF Theories, SOLVED!

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As always, there are still a TON of questions that need to be answered with this franchise. Who caused the Bite of 83? Why does Monty hate Bonnie? And what does David Afton’s facorite show have to do with the Mimic? Join Game Theory host Tom as he answers ALL your burning questions in today’s episode!

Published 2025-11-06

Let's Plays are Dead...But Why?

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Are “Let’s Play’s” actually OVER? A format that once DEFINED YouTube in the mid 2010s has now become less relevant and successful on the platform. How and WHY did this happen? In today’s episode, join Game Theory Host Tom as he wants to explore the history of the genre and if there's anything we can do to save it…

Published 2025-10-23

Is Silksong ACTUALLY Too Hard?

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After 8 and a half years of waiting, Hollow Knight: Silksong is FINALLY here! However, people feel that the game’s difficulty is WAY too hard and honestly…I have to agree. But, there’s Join Game Theory Host Tom in today’s episode, to explore how Hornet ties into the deeper lore of this game and figuring out where things could go in the future!

Published 2025-10-16

Was I WRONG About Secret of the Mimic?

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Was I WRONG about FNAF Secret of the Mimic? Game Theory Host Tom spent months going over tiny details, analysing everything frame by frame trying to solve this game, but he wasn’t alone. There were two other theorists who brought their own solutions! Are they right or was he wrong? Let’s find out in today’s episode!

Published 2025-09-23

Peak Actually Has LORE?!

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There’s LORE in Peak?! This new multiplayer game has been popping up all over my homepage with these colourful characters climbing, falling, and just doing the craziest things! But, this game not only has a story of teamwork building (and betrayal) but it also has some of the craziest lore I’ve ever seen…

Published 2025-09-18

The COMPLETE Sonic Timeline…Explained

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The Sonic Timeline is WRONG! Earlier this year, Sega released their official timeline of Sonic the Hedgehog and it’s… all over the place. Many important games are missing and some of the games are in COMPLETELY the wrong order! But don’t worry Sega, because today Game Theory Host Tom is here to fix it…

Published 2025-09-16

Mario Kart World Should NOT Exist…

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How is Mario Kart World even able to EXIST?! These biomes are WAY too close together and completely defy the laws of physics. In today’s episode, join Game Theory Host Tom as he applies real-life science to prove how Nintendo could be putting their beloved characters in harm’s way…

Published 2025-09-11

The END of Mascot Horror

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he goes over games that are starting to use darker and twisted themes within their storytelling, instead of the classic mascot horror that we’re used to seeing. In today’s episode, he looks at WHY it’s happening, WHERE it’s going, and WHAT it means for the channel going forward.

Published 2025-09-04

FNAF, How to STOP the Mimic... For Good!

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he gives YOU the keys to stopping the Mimic, which are…Sun and Moon? This game has given us SO much symbolism to these characters through mini-games, a lullaby, and even the OG costume. In today’s episode, I will be discussing Sun and Moon’s connection to the Mimic as well as how we can stop the Mimic for GOOD…

Published 2025-09-02

FNAF, What is MXES? (Secret of the Mimic)

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Now that we have a definitive backstory for the Mimic, we now have the answers we’ve been dying to understand for years. What is the Mimic’s goal? What is the deal with MXES? Why was the lore of Security Breach so confusing in the first place? Join Game Theory Host Tom as he plummets down into the depths of Murray's Costume Manor to discover the REAL Secret of the Mimic!

Published 2025-08-21

The Legend of Deltarune is a LIE!

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The Legend of the Deltarune is a lie! Many of the characters we’ve fallen in love with actually play VERY different roles than we originally thought! And now it’s time to reveal the truth…the truth about our heroes, their greatest enemy, and the Legend of Deltarune itself! Join Game Theory Host Tom as he finds out the truth!

Kindergarten 3 is here and as I was playing through the game on my own, I found myself drawn to Linda for a very specific reason. Seeing how she was used as a mode of transportation between the school yard and the secret lab made me wonder…how DO they fit in there? This question has been taunting me and in today’s episode I will be getting to the bottom of it!

Published 2025-07-31

The New Giggleland ARG is DISTURBING

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The GiggleLand Game is finally here…well not exactly. After a long and complicated ARG, Game Theory Host Tom is excited to talk about a game that isn’t the game to help solve the game that isn’t a game yet.

And if that confused you, just you wait because the second act of the Giggleland ARG is possibly the MOST confusing one I’ve ever worked on, and I mean that in the BEST way.

Roblox has been flooded lately with a TON of knock-off games trying to capitalize off of other successful titles. However, we may have found one that has actually developed into its own thing with new mechanics, creatures and of course…LORE. In today’s episode, join Game Theory Host Tom, as he will be diving into the lore of Roblox Pressure!

Published 2025-06-19

Mario Kart World is Going BANKRUPT?!

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Is Mario Kart World actually going BANKRUPT? The world is full of advertisements plastered on barricades, billboards, and banners in every single corner. It honestly had us wondering…do they need all of these businesses to keep the economy going? And which businesses are bringing in the most coins? That’s what we’re going to be solving in today’s episode!

Published 2024-09-18

This 10 Year Old Detail SOLVES FNAF!

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he looks at The Secret Of The Mimic trailer, and breaks it down!

Credits: Writers: Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Koen Verhagen and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman & Alena Llecorchick

Join Game Theort Host Tom as he breaks down Catastrophe Crow, the video game mystery we've been following since 2020!


Credits: Writers: Tom Robinson and Zach Stewart Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Koen Verhagen, Tyler Mascola, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Shnaia "Naya" Llamera and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman


Published 2024-07-18

Minecraft Mobs Were Created To SAVE Us!

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he explorer the new Minecraft update and what it means for the LORE of Minecraft!


Credits: Writers: Tom Robinson and Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Tyler Mascola and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-06-18

I FIXED Garten Of Banban's Flawed Origins

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he attempts to make sense of Garten of Banban's secret substance... Givanium.


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson and Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, JayskiBean, KL Allen, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Warak and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Join former Game Theory Host MatPat as he dives into Dream's Minecraft Speedrun and investigates to see if it was faked or not.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Forrest Lee, Tyler Mascola, Koen Verhagen and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Join former Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the situation revolving around Gamestop stocks and how they went to the MOON!


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Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Pedro Freitas, Forrest Lee, Tyler Mascola and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-06-04

Leave The Cycle Of HATE Behind! (Bendy)

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he explains how the new Bendy and The Ink Machine game predicts the future of the franchise!


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Dom Sealion, Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres, Warak, Tyler Mascola and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman


Published 2024-05-09

The Circus Of HORRORS! (FNAF)

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he goes back to the origins of FNAF and what it tells us about the franchise!


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Pedro Freitas, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Warak, Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres, Nick Cramer and Tyler Mascola Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host Tom as he breaks down the new Homewarming update of Welcome Home!


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson and Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, JayskiBean, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres, Pedro Freitas and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-04-17

What The Heck Is Fortnite Slurp Juice?

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Join Game Theory Host Tom as he breaks down what exactly Slurp Juice is in Fortnite and if something like it could exist in real life!


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson and Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Warak, Tyler Mascola, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host Tom as he introduces us to our new BEST friend, KinitoPET! Surely there's nothing evil or terrible hiding behind the facade of that little pink axolotl... right?


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson and Zach Stewart Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Warak, Koen Verhagen, JayskiBean, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman Thumbnail Artist: DasGnomo


Published 2024-04-03

Don't Trust Ollie (Poppy Playtime)

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Join NEW Game Theory Host Tom as he breaks down Poppy Playtime Chapter 3 and what we should think about the mysterious "Ollie"


*Credits:* Writers: Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Warak, Tyler Mascola, Shnaia "Naya" Llamera, Koen Verhagen, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman


Published 2024-03-21

MatPat's FINAL Theory

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Join us all in celebrating MatPat's FINAL Theory!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres, JayskiBean, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), AbsolutePixel and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-03-19

FNAF, Thanks For The Memories

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the butterfly effect of Five Nights At Freddy's!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Koen Verhagen, Pedro Freitas, Tyler Mascola and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-02-27

I Analyzed Hello Neighbor Frame By Frame

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he FINALLY Analyzes Hello Neighbor Frame By Frame!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, JayskiBean, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Koen Verhagen and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman



Published 2024-02-21

Dear Fall Guys, I Fixed Your Game!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he creates a BETTER version of Fall Guys based on YOUR feedback!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper Editors: Pedro Freitas, Dan "Cybert" Seibert and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-02-16

The COMPLETE Lore of Minecraft!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he explains the ENTIRE Minecraft Timeline!

*Credits:*Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson, and Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson

Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Warak, Brandon_n_motion, KL Allen and Shannon (Bomb0i)

Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-02-01

You're Playing Video Games WRONG!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he explains how to teach video games to someone!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson and Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Warak, Pedro Freitas and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-01-25

The SECRET Crimes of 1985 (FNAF)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he takes us back in time to 1985 in a little place called Freddy Fazbears Pizzarea.


*Credits* Writers: Matthew Patrick Editors: Tyler Mascola, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Dan "Cybert" Seibert, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2024-01-23

Goodbye Internet

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he announces his stepping down as host of the Theory channels on March 9th.


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-12-14

The Cursed Lore Of Choo Choo Charles

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the secrets HIDDEN in Choo Choo Charles


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson and Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, JayskiBean, Pedro Freitas and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: GeekyPeanut Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-12-13

Help Me SOLVE The Impossible! (FNAF)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he presents a code he needs YOUR help solving!

*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, JayskiBean, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Koen Verhagen, Lace and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-11-26

Why YouTube Feels Boring

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he talks through the current meta of YouTube and why it all seems so boring now.


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, Stephanie Patrick, and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, JayskiBean, Pedro Freitas, Dom Sealion, Lace, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Tyler Mascola



Published 2023-11-12

The Origins Of EVIL (FNAF)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he takes you back to the ORIGINS of Five Nights At Freddy's and the earliest animatronics.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, JayskiBean, Pedro Freitas, Warak and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-11-12

The LOST Episode (Slenderman)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he goes back in time and chooses Slenderman over FNAF for a Halloween theory...


Writers: Matthew Patrick, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, AbsolutePixel and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-10-23

Why You HATE My Theories (FNAF)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he gives a State of The Union on FNAF theorizing and why things are so toxic.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-10-23

You Are The Villian of Poppy Playtime

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he SOLVES Poppy Playtime Chapter 2.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Tom Robinson Editors: Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, AbsolutePixel, and Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Pedro Freitas, Dan "Cybert" Seibert and Shannon (Bomboi) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-10-09

I SOLVED The Oldest Pokemon Debate!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he finally solves one of Pokemon's OLDEST debates!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola , Brandon_n_motion, Dom Sealion, Pedro Freitas and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-10-09

Goodbye Father (FNAF Security Breach)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he gives his predictions on FNAF Security Breach.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick Editors: Tyler Mascola, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Pedro Freitas, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-10-02

Minecraft's BURIED History (1.20 Update)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the LORE of the new Minecraft 1.20 Update!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, JayskiBean, Warak, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-09-25

The SECRET Family of Waluigi?! (Mario)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he takes on Mario's BIGGEST meme-lord Waluigi!


CREDITS: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson, and Joey Lima Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Daniel Zemke, Warak, Brandon_n_motion, Dom Sealion, Koen Verhagen and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-09-25

Red Is SUS! (Among Us)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he uses color theory to HACK your Among Us games!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, JayskiBean, Tyler Mascola, Pedro Freitas, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Warak and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: GeekyPeanut Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-09-18

DON'T Trust Your Neighbor (Welcome Home)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he continues to break down the hidden LORE of Welcome Home!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Koen Verhagen, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-09-18

Are Theories KILLING Video Games?

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he discusses the effect that theories have on games and game developers.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, William Ryan Sheehan "El Fodder", and Tom Robinson Editors: Tyler Mascola, Forrest Lee, Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he scientifically constructs the most SMASHABLE Pokemon.


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Tom Robinson Editors: Tyler Mascola, Ryan Foley • KingCorphish, Jerika (NekoOnigiri) and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman


Thanks to Sketchinthoughts for making our new Perfect Pokemon! ► https://sketchinthoughts.tumblr.com/ Thanks to Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) for making our original perfect Pokemon ► https://twitter.com/caiterpillart And thank you to all of the artists who gave us permission to share their art of our perfect Pokemon! - KittyKingRO - CaffeineDemon - DarknWindie - Kiwidaru - MetalicHotchoco - Nicole Burdick - RushLight Invader - spiciemeatbale - _Pizzaowl - Skelegem - BlueKnightGirl - The_Artistic_Gremlin - Konpeimimi

Published 2023-09-11

Bow Before Him! (Poppy Playtime Chapter 3)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he makes his predictions for Poppy Playtime Chapter 3!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, JayskiBean, Warak, Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-09-11

Another FNAF Mystery SOLVED!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he SOLVES the mystery of FNAF 4 FoxyBro!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick Editors: Forrest Lee, Koen Verhagen, Pedro Freitas, Tyler Mascola, Dan "Cybert" Seibert, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-09-06

Who Does Ash MARRY? (Pokemon)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down all the infamous Pokemon Ships!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson, and Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Pedro Freitas, JayskiBean, Warak and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: GeekyPeanut Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the lore of the new FIve Night's at Freddy's DLC, Security Breach: RUIN!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Pedro Freitas, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, JayskiBean, KL Allen, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-08-29

Among Us, Your 900 IQ Means NOTHING!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he discusses just how BIG brain Among Us can get!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper   Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Pedro Freitas, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-08-29

Answer The Call (Welcome Home)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the new updates to the Welcome Home website!


*Credits:* Writers: Matthew Patrick, Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, JayskiBean, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), KL Allen, Koen Verhagen, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the lore of Five Nights at Freddy's Newest DLC, Security Breach: RUIN!

Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, KL Allen, Pedro Freitas, Warak and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-08-13

Mewtwo's Secret Human Clone! (Pokemon)

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he dives into the secret backstory of one of Pokemon's greatest legends... Mewtwo


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Marc Schneider, Shannon (Bomb0i) and Chance Cole Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory MatPat as he breaks down the LORE of the newest installments in Ranboo's Generation Loss!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) and Zach Stewart Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Koen Verhagen, Tyler Mascola and Shannon (Bomb0i) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-07-30

Why Flying Pokemon CAN'T FLY!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he ruins Pokemon for you by explaining why flying Pokemon CAN'T actually fly!



Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper Editors: Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman


Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the hidden secrets of the Happy Meat Farms/Alex Bale ARG


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, William Ryan Sheehan "El Fodder" and Tom Robinson Editors: Tyler Mascola, Pedro Freitas, JayskiBean AbsolutePixel, Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-07-17

Just Dance Has LORE?!

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the LORE of Just Dance!


*Credits:*

Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson and Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson

Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Warak, Koen Verhagen, Jerika (NekoOnigiri) and Shannon (Bomb0i)

Sound Designer: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the true meaning of Boneworks and Duck Season!


Credits: Writer: Matthew Patrick Editors: Tyler Mascola, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Marc Schneider, Dan "Cybert" Seibert and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-07-17

You Are WRONG About Toad!

11 min
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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he figures out what Toad ACTUALLY Is!


Writers: Matthew Patrick, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist), Ash, Matt Dershowitz, and Tom Robinson Editors: Tyler Mascola, Jerika (NekoOnigiri) and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-07-02

These 25 Pokemon are DEAD Because of YOU!

13 min
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Join Game Theory Host Matpat as he breaks down the impact that WE, as real people, have on Pokemon!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist), and Tom Robinson Editors: Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Shannon (Bomb0i) and Koen Verhagen Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-06-25

The Minecraft Nether Is FROZEN!

10 min
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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the hidden LORE of the Nether in Minecraft!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Tom Robinson, and Mike Keenan (The Pokémon Biologist) Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Tyler Mascola, JayskiBean and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the sinister underbelly of the Kanye West fangame, Kanye Quest 3030!


Credits: Writer: Matthew Patrick and Ryan Sheehan Editors: Pedro Freitas, Tyler Mascola, Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-06-18

Bowser's LOST Child...Yoshi!

11 min
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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he figures out what kind of creature Yoshi REALLY is!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Hannah Malek (HgMercury73) and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Pedro Freitas, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman



Published 2023-06-18

Garten Of BanBan Lore Is... Something

15 min
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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the hidden LORE of Garten Of BanBan!


Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick and Tom Robinson Editors: Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Warak, JayskiBean and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Designer: Yosi Berman Thumbnail Artist: DasGnomo

Published 2023-06-11

The Bob Mod SOLVED! (Friday Night Funkin)

15 min
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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he solves Friday Night Funkin's most in-depth mod, with a HIDDEN ARG!



Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Zach Stewart, and Tom Robinson Editors: Alex "Sedge" Sedgwick, Jerika (NekoOnigiri), Tyler Mascola, Pedro Freitas, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (viridianrosette) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the SECRETS of Inscryption and the related ARG surrounding the game!



Credits: Writers: Matthew Patrick, Justin Kuiper and Tom Robinson Editors: Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, Pedro Freitas, Tyler Mascola, AbsolutePixel, Marc Schneider, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: Caitie Turner (Caiterpillart) Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-06-04

Does Chell DIE In Portal 2?

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Join Game Theory Host MatPat as he breaks down the iconic ending of Portal 2, and the effect it would have on Chell.


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Writers: Matthew Patrick and Justin Kuiper Editors: Forrest Lee, Dan "Cybert" Seibert, Pedro Freitas, and Shannon (Bomb0i) Assistant Editor: AlyssaBeCrazy Sound Editor: Yosi Berman

Published 2023-05-21

Do NOT Kill The Ender Dragon! (Minecraft)

12 min
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Welcome back to our deep dive into the lore and history of Minecraft. Today, we are going all the way to the end...er. The Ender Dragon. We are talking about the Ender Dragon. Have you ever wondered how or why it is there? Why do we have to hunt it to win? Well, it's a lot more of a tragic story than you would guess. Or maybe you've watched the rest of our Minecraft Lost History series and you KNOW it is going to be sad. Theorists, we need to SAVE the Ender Dragon!

Published 2023-05-14

How Mario BEATS Sonic at The Olympics!

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Mario and Sonic are classic competitors. When you put them in the Olympic setting, though, it feels pretty obvious who would come out on top right? Wrong! I know, I know. You think a plumber like Mario would automatically lose but that's not true! The Olympics have had some WEIRD events. Events that may just put Mario on top!

A while ago, I made a video about how mobile game ads LIE to us. Well, I think I've found a game that takes that to the EXTREME! Welcome to Evertale. If you've never heard of it, it is a mobile game that is infamous for its completely fabricated ads. These ads tell you NOTHING about the game you are downloading. In fact, they seem to be telling some other kind of dark and twisted story. So of course, I had to find out all of those secrets for myself. Let's go!

THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: BREATH OF THE WILD is a stellar addition to the series. But ever since its release, Breath of the Wild has plagued fans with one big question - where does this fit into the Zelda Timeline? Well, after hours of gameplay (followed by even more hours of research), I have solved the puzzle! And Breath of the Wild may reveal more about Nintendo's Zelda timeline than we could ever imagine.

FNAF is back with its first official VR game "Five Nights at Freddy's VR: Help Wanted". You know what that means Theorists - the story is not over yet! Well, mostly. I think this is the start of a whole new chapter of FNAF lore. The old story had its ending, William Afton trapped in limbo forever. The new story has a new villain, YOU... sort of. What do I mean? Get ready Theorists, FNAF is just getting started!

Published 2023-05-07

Please DRINK Me! (OnlyCans)

14 min
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When a game like this shows up, you know I have to cover it. Theorists, welcome to OnlyCans. Yes, you read that right. OnlyCans. The game where you take questionable pictures of drink cans. Seems pretty straightforward, right? WRONG! This game is hiding a dark, meaty secret inside its bright and shiny cans. What is it? Only those brave enough to watch will find out...

When you think of Sonic, the first thing that comes to mind is SPEED. This hedgehog is CRAZY FAST. But....is that speed dangerous? Could Sonic's speed ACTUALLY be hurting him? We've already talked about how "fast" he is, and now we are going to see what are the consequences. Today Loyal Theorists, we are going to find out if Sonic's speed is his worst enemy.

Animal Crossing is PEOPLE! No, really! Theorists, this may be one of the most unexpected theories I've put out recently, but once you see it, you will never unsee it. I have gathered TONS of evidence that our player character is only SEEING the villagers of Animal Crossing as animals. They are not, in fact, ACTUAL talking, anthropomorphic animals. Have I said the word animals enough yet? Well get ready Loyal Theorists, I am about to blow your mind! Animals!

As a fan of scary indie games, I like to investigate new ones that pop up. So today we are not talking even more FNAF, but making the switch from animatronics to puppets with the game Hello Puppets! This VR game has a lot hiding beneath the surface. Today, I want to discuss the bit twist involving your best puppet friend in the game, Scout. You see, Scout may just be the most dangerous thing for the player in the game. How? Well Theorists, sit back and enjoy the puppet show.

Published 2023-04-23

Please Come Home... (Andy's Apple Farm)

17 min
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Welcome back to the special corner of Game Theory reserved for the cute games that have a deadly darkness hiding just under the surface. Today, we are talking about Andy's Apple Farm. I played this on GTLive on YouTube and knew I had to make a theory. There is some creepy stuff hiding in this game. Get your flashlights ready Loyal Theorists, this is about to get DARK!

Published 2023-04-23

This Cat KILLED The Human Race! (Stray)

10 min
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Have you played the cat game yet? I'm amazed it took this long, honestly. In the game you play as a cat helping a world of robots fight a consuming threat called the Zurks. By the end - spoilers - you have saved the day. Except... you haven't. Maybe. That's what we are talking about today. Did the cat REALLY save the world? Let's find out!

What if I told you that there is a puzzle in Portal that NO ONE has been able to solve? It's true. I'm talking about the pole puzzle. If you used Portal's endless fall mechanic and put a pole inside - what happens? This had boggled the minds of Reddit users and fans alike. Today, Loyal Theorists, I aim to solve that so-called "impossible" puzzle that not even GLaDOS could solve!

Published 2023-04-16

The Grim Lore of Cooking Companions

25 min
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Theorists, not since Doki Doki Literature Club have I seen a game that makes me scared the cute character is going to come out of the computer and get me. Welcome to Cooking Companions, the sweet-looking cooking game that is hiding some unimaginable horrors. You'll have to grab a snack and watch to find out what secrets I've uncovered. Be careful though, you never know what may be hiding in your food.

Published 2023-04-16

Nurse Joy is a Pokemon!

13 min
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You read the title right. Nurse Joy is a POKEMON and I have the proof! We are going old school Game Theory with this episode and by the end, you will be asking Nintendo why you can't catch yourself a Nurse Joy in Diamond and Pearl! Let's go!

Published 2023-04-16

The Curse is a LIE! (Edith Finch)

22 min
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I've been asked to talk about What Remains of Edith Finch for years... and years... and YEARS. Well, the wait is over. I played the game over on GTLive and knew I needed to talk about the so-called "family curse". Is it real? Is it a lie? Today we are breaking down everything we know to figure out if the Finch family really is cursed... or is it maybe MURDER!

Published 2023-04-07

The Twisted Lore of Merge Mansion

13 min
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Theorists, mobile games are at it again! First, we covered the weird ads of the genre, then took a deep dive into Lily's Garden. Now, it looks like Merge Mansion is trying to come for the crown of "weirdest game lore". What's going on in this weird game? And what is up with Granny? Let's dive in!

Published 2023-04-07

The Bloody History of Poppy Playtime

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What would you do if you were trapped in a toy factory and the toys came to life? I'm not talking in a fun Toy Story way, I mean in a Five Nights At Freddy's you are trapped and they want to END you kind of way. This is Poppy Playtime and I think there is a lot of lore hiding in the depths of this toy nightmare. Today I'm going to explain how I think Poppy may NOT be our big bad and what may still be lurking in the shadows.

Published 2023-04-07

You Will ALWAYS Lose! (Among Us Lore)

13 min
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Among Us has been ruling the internet for a while now. That probably means you think you know the game pretty well by now, huh? You can SUS out the Impostors from the crewmates with your 900 IQ strategies. Except, no matter what you do, in the end, we are ALL going to lose to the Impostors. That's right, I figured out the LORE of the Among Us universe. Loyal Theorists, this game is DARK. We are all doomed and the proof is in the game itself.

Published 2023-04-07

The ULTIMATE FNAF Timeline (Complete)

67 min
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Friends, today we've compiled our ENTIRE FNAF Timeline into one long video for you all to enjoy! From Fredbears Singing Show all the way through Security Breach all ROLLED into one for your listening pleasures! This video took a lot to get done and I can't thank you all enough for the support on it and for offering your own thoughts... even if they were marinated in rage. Thank you all for watching and supporting and ALWAYS remember... it's all JUST a theory.

Published 2023-04-07

Turn Off The TV! (Amanda The Adventurer)

14 min
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Well, it is about time I talk about the Dora the Explorer inspired horror game called Amanda The Adventurer. This game has been making the rounds on YouTube, including my own playthrough on GTLive. That means we are past due for a theory. What secrets and horrors is Amanda hiding? Let's dive in!

Published 2023-04-07

Star Wars Lightsaber Vs. Halo Energy Sword

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Two EPIC weapons in the ULTIMATE showdown: The Star Wars light saber and the Halo energy sword! Fans of both franchises know that these are iconic weapons on both sides, but that they also have some pretty interesting similarities. Researching how these weapons would be made and what kind of damage they could really do led me to ask just one question: Which one would win in a fight?!

Published 2023-04-07

Cuphead's SINFUL SECRET Business!

11 min
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Don’t deal with the devil… An introductory phrase like this makes Cuphead and Mugman seem like victims to a devilish scheme. However, what if they weren’t so pure themselves? What if this whole time we’ve been getting played? Cuphead and Mugman are into some shady things and today I’m going to expose their secret business!

I've done PLENTY of dark theories on the Mario franchise, from Super Mario being a sociopath to Princess Peach being the dead mother of Rosalina and beyond. But today, I've uncovered the most dangerous game in the Mario canon -- Mario Kart! Mario Kart 8! Well, specifically Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. I did the math, and the devastation those fun little Mario Karts deliver is something to truly fear. So hop in and buckle your seatbelts, because this is going to be one crazy Mario Kart adventure!

Mario's bad guys are some of the most iconic in gaming - and I've covered MANY. From how deadly is Bob-Omb and Bullet Bill to whether or not Luigi is Mario's GREATEST enemy. Today, we are revisiting the most DANGEROUS game in the Mario franchise - Mario Kart. There is nothing scarier than being in 1st place and knowing that the Blue Shell is coming for you. How much damage would that REALLY do? Join me today as we find out!

Published 2023-04-07

BEWARE Crow 64 (Crow 64 ARG)

15 min
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Theorists, we all know I love a good ARG. And Crow 64? Well, I had to dive in head first. Crow 64 is the ARG of the "unfinished Nintendo 64 game" called Catastrophe Crow. In the original video, we get the history of the game as well as our first playthrough footage. From there, it spread across the internet into a building mystery waiting to be figured out. Today, I am going to try to do just that.

I know I said the last FNAF episode was the last FNAF theory, But every time I think I've finished the FNAF theories, Scott releases a new game. It's like he's just sitting around with these finished games waiting for my theory to come out, then bam - he releases the new game. So you can probably expect FNAF 7 sometime next month.

Duck Season is a game that seemed pretty straightforward, but it went from zero to DARK really fast. We are left wondering so many things after completing the game. How does this dog come out of the cartridge? Why is he preying on children? And most importantly... Who is beneath the mask? Well Loyal Theorists, I think I found the answer. Join me for a creepy trip through VR land as we uncover the shocking truth of the "Duck Hunt" universe!

Published 2023-04-07

Are Your Mobile Games ILLEGAL?

13 min
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I'm sure you've been playing a game or watching a video on your phone when suddenly it is interrupted by an ad for a weird and fake-looking mobile game. I've seen a lot of channels try out these games to see if they play as advertised, but they haven't covered what I find most interesting about these games. Are they LEGAL? False advertising is a dangerous game, Theorists, so why do these mobile games get away with it? Let's find out!

Published 2023-04-07

Don't Trust Gregory (FNAF Security Breach)

18 min
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Theorists, it's time for a Five Nights At Freddy's Security Breach theory. Well, a post-release FNAF Security Breach theory. Don't worry, I will be covering EVERYTHING I can find. The biggest thing I want to talk about today, however, is Gregory. The young boy that we play as throughout the whole game is a big mystery and I intend to solve it! Who is he? Why is he there after hours? Is he even HUMAN? It's time to dive back into FNAF!

Published 2023-04-07

The LOST History of Minecraft's Enderman

15 min
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Minecraft is a GIANT game full of many mysteries. So many that I could do a CRAZY amount of theories on it. Today we're going to focus on one of my favorites - the Minecraft Enderman. What are they? I want to get into the nitty gritty of these Slenderman-like creatures, so get your scalpels ready Theorists! We're cutting into the secrets of the Endermen!

Published 2023-04-07

What is a Kirby? The SCIENTIFIC PROOF!

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With Kirby Star Allies announced, I thought it was time to show our favorite puffball some love. Kirby was by far one of my favorite characters growing up and I fondly remember all his games. However, I’ve never been able to wrap my head around one question: Just what is Kirby? Sure he’s a star warrior, but what IS he? Well Loyal Theorists, I think I’ve stumbled upon the answer… Prepare yourself for a scientific journey!

Published 2023-04-07

STOP Punching Trees! (Minecraft)

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There are a ton of interesting things in Minecraft, but one that stands out to me is the fact that to cut down a tree you PUNCH IT! You punch a tree! How does Steve not break his hand? Loyal Theorists, I want to find out if you can really cut down a tree with only your FISTS and not injure yourself... too bad. Don't try this at home Theorists, let me do it for you!

Published 2023-04-07

The Disturbing Lore Of Lily's Garden

16 min
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We've talked about how mobile games are weird in a previous episode. Well, this is a game that proves it. Welcome to the disturbing world of Lily's Garden! A place where our titular heroine is up to more than just tending to some plants. This game is DARK! Which means, of course, that I needed to cover it. It is time to untangle the mystery of Lily's Garden. 

Bendy and the Ink Machine! I am SO excited about this game. The world of Bendy is a throwback to the earliest days of cartoon animation. I love the look and feel -- but most of all, I love the MYSTERY. You see, Bendy and the Ink Machine is a game with a lot under the surface. When you actually look at characters like Bendy, Boris, and Alice, you start to see parallels to some of the most famous cartoons in history, and you start to piece together a dark truth about the early days of animation. You learn about Disney's conspiracy theory to be the pioneer of a new age of animation...at the expense of perhaps some of the most innovative cartoonists of all time. THAT is the SECRET story of BENDY!

Published 2023-04-07

The Dirty Secrets of PowerWash Simulator

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I was called out to see if I could find the lore in PowerWash Simulator by the Theorist community and Markiplier himself! Well, wish granted! PowerWash Simulator has layers, and I'm not only talking about the dirt and grime you are washing away. This game is DARK! Today I am loading my PowerWash with clues and secrets! You'll have to wash - I mean WATCH to find out more!

Published 2023-03-18

What Level Is Ash's Pikachu? (Pokemon)

22 min
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Pokemon is one of the longest-running series out there and for years, one question has plagued us all. What level IS Ash's Pikachu? This little electric mouse defeated CRAZY POWERFUL foes. They've made it to the top of multiple leagues. So, you'd think Pikachu is one of, if not THE STRONGEST Pokemon around, right? Well...