Off topic but... "Vlog" means "video blog." So your title basically says "In this video blog video..."
TotalBiscuit's very strange behavior in this Vlog video....
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As said many times before me, he just wants input whether or not to invest in these kinds of videos. So I won't go into my thoughts on that in detail.
But, to be completely honest, I did feel something was off with the video, like a little nagging feeling that something wasn't quite right. That's the reason I clicked this thread, but I think it to be more a point of his... Voice, tone, underlying language that just felt really, really off. Like when you're talking to a person you know really well and you picked up on something "Off" and later you find out they've recently tried to blow their brains out. It's just that slight variance in a person's behavior.
Maybe the money was initially supposed to go to something else, maybe something unforeseen came up that the money could have helped with.
*Extreme scenario-mode on* Maybe he told a dear family member that he couldn't come to their birthday because of PAX and when he and crew came back said family member had died. *throws hands into the air*
But, to be completely honest, I did feel something was off with the video, like a little nagging feeling that something wasn't quite right. That's the reason I clicked this thread, but I think it to be more a point of his... Voice, tone, underlying language that just felt really, really off. Like when you're talking to a person you know really well and you picked up on something "Off" and later you find out they've recently tried to blow their brains out. It's just that slight variance in a person's behavior.
Maybe the money was initially supposed to go to something else, maybe something unforeseen came up that the money could have helped with.
*Extreme scenario-mode on* Maybe he told a dear family member that he couldn't come to their birthday because of PAX and when he and crew came back said family member had died. *throws hands into the air*
It's fascinating to see some of the negative reactions emanating from this thread. It would be like someone going of the rails, because you asked them to pass the salt.
That separate people can see the same video but see drastically different things is remarkable.
That separate people can see the same video but see drastically different things is remarkable.
Im not sure if i watched the same video as every one else but all i got from this was him asking "how can i improve my convention videos or should i stop doing them?" rather then "you are idiot for not watching them"
heck we get mad at people for assuming they know what we want without asking and now someone is doing it we are getting mad.... logic?
heck we get mad at people for assuming they know what we want without asking and now someone is doing it we are getting mad.... logic?
Nothing wrong with asking for feedback. It's just a bit rich when you've not long ago had a big rant telling people not to give feedback.
The way I saw it was that he was miffed (love that word) because the point of WTF is (or one of them) according to him is to bring to light exicting or innovative new indie games that he thinks should be bought because they're fucking sweet. Now he's gone to PAX and brought lots of coverage of the new cool and innovative indie stuff and they got piss-all views (considering he has a million subscribers he should really be getting at least a 1/10th of those in views even on his less popular videos), and when he did some AAA games recently as a WTF is? he got a load more than the indie games, which would naturally be jarring since that's not what he started the series to do. Also he's got a perfect right to be pissed if no-one watches his videos, he's paid for the videos he makes, if they get low views, he gets less money, and he's been down the "broke as shit" road before and definately doesn't want to go there again.
Not just your comment but what seems so be a fairly used argument in this thread. I, personally think you're mixing pears and apples. Yes, they are both delicious fruits from a tree, but if you want an apple you don't buy a pear.WoW Killer said:
What I'm getting at here is that; he has always asked for feedback. What he don't want is regulating. "Please like if you liked or dislike if you didn't but remember to post why not." This is not a case of him going "I don't like your views unless I need to." It's more a case of "I'd like some constructive criticism, so I can take into account what you are saying. But don't try to regulate my content."
I love being told some tricks and tips when it comes to my drawings, like better shadowing techniques or interesting ideas. But if I'm turning a profit on character-creation I don't want some random guy on the Internet telling me I should do backgrounds and try to make a profit from that, simply because he/she likes scenery better for one reason or another.
Is it a surprise there's less views? The games he got footage of are all pretty meh.
I followed his WTF is.. series for the longest time specifically for the indie footage but the indies at PAX... well.Boot hill heroes looks atrocious, Mark of the ninja was a presentation of what's essentially an expansion, Divekick is a two button fighting game (and that single sentence sums up everything you ever want to know about it) and he had a three parter on the project shield thing, which is interesting, but not "three parter" interesting.
I'm not watching TB's channel because it's TB. I'm watching in spite of it being TB. His personality is aggressive and abrasive, if honest. Still, he was (is) the best one out there for exploring new games, so he got my views.
Still, it's jarring to see him that scared because a week's worth of video's failed to bring in the views. Sure, you could ask for feedback on the why of it, but to put out such a haphazardly slapped together video in which 60% of the time he's talking about the issues with Defiance which has nothing to do with the "Are you still there?" topic seems pretty desperate. If he really is living that hand to mouth, he needs to rethink his life a bit.
I followed his WTF is.. series for the longest time specifically for the indie footage but the indies at PAX... well.Boot hill heroes looks atrocious, Mark of the ninja was a presentation of what's essentially an expansion, Divekick is a two button fighting game (and that single sentence sums up everything you ever want to know about it) and he had a three parter on the project shield thing, which is interesting, but not "three parter" interesting.
I'm not watching TB's channel because it's TB. I'm watching in spite of it being TB. His personality is aggressive and abrasive, if honest. Still, he was (is) the best one out there for exploring new games, so he got my views.
Still, it's jarring to see him that scared because a week's worth of video's failed to bring in the views. Sure, you could ask for feedback on the why of it, but to put out such a haphazardly slapped together video in which 60% of the time he's talking about the issues with Defiance which has nothing to do with the "Are you still there?" topic seems pretty desperate. If he really is living that hand to mouth, he needs to rethink his life a bit.
The issue here was that he spent a lot of money on getting out videos that didn't get a lot of views, which in terms cost the channel money. Even though he seems to love his job of making videos on games, he's still completely aware of the fact that it's his source of income. Thus, he wants that income, and even as a person who blatantly says "I don't take requests", he's still open to suggestions from his followers in regards to what kinds of content people want to watch.
It's not really more complicated than that. The channel made a lot less money than expected, and he wants some feedback as to why, and whether or not this is something that's worth investing in again.
It's not really more complicated than that. The channel made a lot less money than expected, and he wants some feedback as to why, and whether or not this is something that's worth investing in again.
Didn't see anything wrong with the video, his "WTF is" series has helped me find some great games, "Thomas was alone, Antichamber, etc) and his PSA's I find are helpful to. Dodged the Simcity bullet because of his videos. He's always been clear that he makes videos for views. That's the deal, he doesn't want a community springing up around his channel or to even be loved by his fans. He wants to make the videos that you want to watch, so that you watch them and he gets paid.
That suits me just fine, I watch his content that I like and I don't what he doesn't. So when he produces a bunch of expensive content that I don't want to watch like the PAX stuff, I don't mind giving him the feedback he's asking for in the vlog.
That suits me just fine, I watch his content that I like and I don't what he doesn't. So when he produces a bunch of expensive content that I don't want to watch like the PAX stuff, I don't mind giving him the feedback he's asking for in the vlog.
It's pretty easy to tell who did watch the video and understand what it really was, which was very much an exercise in humility and gathering feedback from the audience, making sure I'm making the videos they want to watch and those that didn't and aren't even subscribed to the channel making a gigantic pile of assumptions based on the misleading OP and their established perception of what they think it is I do/am like.
You know TB. I'd really love for you to unblock me from your YT page... I mean, I can still see updates on your twitter but it'd be alot more convenient to see your updates on my subscription page.TotalBiscuit said:
Unless you can't be arsed to do that. In which case... nevermind then. Oh, and welcome to the Escapist!
OT: I watched the video before, and I didn't see any problems with it. Seems more like he was reaching for real feedback to see what viewers want, and/or if there's any problems with his coverage. I would've offered my own constructive feedback within the comments section.
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You know.
Username: TitaniumTotalBiscuit said:
It was during your great commentvote crusade shortly after your WTF is Omerta video. Sadly, I believe I was caught in the collateral damage of that event.
Meh, I don't see the issue with that video. He seemed genuinely surprised by the lack of views. I wonder if this trend extends back to other convention trips, can't remember if he said so. In any case, only positive things can come from it.
I just hope he got whatever was in his system with that Bioshock video out.
I just hope he got whatever was in his system with that Bioshock video out.
I'd appreciate that too, if you'd be willing. Username idshanks. I try to follow your videos, but it's hard without being subscribed. I think I got blocked back on Azeroth daily, arguing with someone over WoW. >_>TotalBiscuit said:
I don't get the controversy, he runs a business and if his investments don't make a return there's no reason why he shouldn't find out why. Really, while I've seen TB act a bit dick-ish in his comments sometimes I'm slightly impressed he first asked the viewers why they don't like the convention footage rather then just stopping it without notice.
He needs this money for him and his family which is why if he doesn't get 100,000+ views, which is what he gets on his other videos, he doesn't want to waste money getting him, Zooc and Genna to an expo and not get that money back, he also spent $10,000 on equipment so he could get the best quality videos and sound as well.
I personally didn't find him aggressive in his video as he is quite often not the cheeriest of fellows i find(not in a bad way). Also if he just got back he's going be tired and not his usual self.
I personally didn't find him aggressive in his video as he is quite often not the cheeriest of fellows i find(not in a bad way). Also if he just got back he's going be tired and not his usual self.