Feeling discouraged with YouTube…

I know everything will work out eventually. But man this is hard, and I don’t even put out that much content

[@TheActMan]

Hey man, just from one content creator to another, we all seem to get shoehorned into one type of content or another. For some it's long-form, for others it's short-form. It can be hard to break the mold sometimes, but regardless, I hope you keep trying because you've clearly got the talent to attract an audience. Sometimes learning a new form of content isn't automatic and it takes time to develop the right formula. Idk if any of this helps but I hope you aren't discouraged from long-form stuff. Like, I have been discouraged from short-form cuz I can't seem to break into that, you know? There is always the potential of doing a separate channel but you gotta make that call. You can always hit me up for any input and whatnot. Wish you all the best, man!

[@KommanderKarl]

Act Man coming in clutch! Thanks man, for everything. Your content has always been inspiring. If someone was to tell me I’d be friends with Act Man 8 years ago I would have thought they were nuts. Very excited to see you at Donut Operater’s range day man! We’re gonna fuck shit up🫡

[@KommanderKarl]

@@EyesOfByes Swedes are awesome 💪

[@deejrdee1]

Just like birds of a feather, a bad person defending another bad person. You two truly deserve each other.

[@kevstwistedhumor9468]

I would simply string 5-6 short forms together!

[@KommanderKarl]

@@deejrdee1 Yeah, I’m grateful to have a cool dude like Act Man backing me. Now fuck off.

[@KommanderKarl]

Please remember before this video is taken out of context by anyone that I AM NOT LEAVING KZbin!! I am just discouraged with my view counts on standard KZbin uploads. I know I’m a big creator, I’ve achieved a lot and I’m still very grateful. I know Shorts are doing well and I’m grateful for that too, but Shorts aren’t even a tenth of the income that standard uploads provide and that’s really what I’m needing at this time. Also, please don’t feel guilty! That is not the purpose of this video. Thank you again for all who have been supportive and encouraging. You guys are the ones who make all of this, even the difficult parts, worthwhile. Huge thanks to my Patrons, you guys are the best! Always appreciated, never expected: patreon.com/kommanderkarl

[@The_gaming_sausage]

We love you karl

[@_theknighthawk_7018]

just saying..I had your notifications on. And NOTHING from KZbin.

[@KommanderKarl]

@@_theknighthawk_7018really?? Hmmm

[@titaniumbread]

@@KommanderKarl SAME HERE And with other channels as well (for example I haven’t gotten a single notification from Luke’s Goldies in months and he uploads around once a week!)

[@Mice-stro]

​@@_theknighthawk_7018same here

[@ghostyy3648]

I’m sorry for you man, I hope you can get through this, your an amazing creator and awesome editor, I really hope it goes well

[@KommanderKarl]

I’ll make it through. Come hell or high water. I’m not letting KZbin go again.

[@ghostyy3648]

@@KommanderKarl I’ll be supporting you all the way man, thank you for being you and creating your content, I’ll be a tanker soon, so when they ask who I used to watch, KommanderKarl will come to mind very quickly

[@fllufyfurry4112]

I pretty much agree

[@IamBlocks]

@@KommanderKarl dude your so cool (sorry about the glaze but I just love your determanation and your rdr videos thanks for not quitting)

[@chuckwallagaming]

YT is super weird and unpredictable. I’m a really small channel comparatively and sometimes I get a video with 44k views and then my next video gets like 50. Not fifty thousand, I mean literally 50. It has nothing to do with video quality but more of whether KZbin decides to promote the content. Pretty frustrating at times and I completely understand what you mean in this video.

[@finixmoon127]

Just checked out your channel, and considering how you only started 3 months ago you seem to be doing alright, but yeah some your videos do seem to be getting an unfair lack of exposure. Maybe try and find details on your most popular vid so as to replicate it’s success ? Idk, at the end of the day if you really want to succeed you have to keep trying and experimenting, not by throwing stuff at the wall hoping it will stick but through a learning process. It may seem like KZbin is a complete gamble at first, but most people at the top agree that it’s mostly a skill you develop overtime with a little luck involved. I’ve looked at your stuff and it’s quality content for sure, so I really hope your channel will grow in the future. Have a good one.

[@chuckwallagaming]

@@finixmoon127 Thank you. I appreciate the kind words and encouragement.

[@justmechanicthings]

could be to do with trending topics and trigger words in your vids affecting the promotion or whatever KZbin calls it

[@AnyoneMining]

Especially with shorts I feel like. Some of my shorts have 700 views while other have like 50 and I don't really know why.

[@Red_Dead_Entertainment]

just checked you channel , looks your last video getting attention again.... You must be doing something right ... i wouldnt worry too much

[@KaletheQuick]

I clicked on a old bookmark I had that took me directly to my subscription page, where I saw this vid. So now I'm the first here. From a fellow game dev, I'm here for ya :D

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you 🫡 and I thought gamedev was a stressful job 😂

[@KaletheQuick]

@@KommanderKarl It's easy once you get past the living in your car phase! :D Now all I need is to get my view count up to yours.

[@mattmccarthy6764]

ive been subbed for a while but NEVER get notified of your uploads... but i genuinely like the content. just keep at it, we like your stuff

[@AleksWorkshop]

Welcome to the club Karl. My latest one was supposed to be the crown jewel of what my audience "wants to see". Low and behold, it has been sat at 10k after 2 weeks. This has happened before. it never makes sense. It is incredibly discouraging and, in a way, fascinating to observe the change of audience. Last time this happened, I changed niche and rebranded the channel. Not too far from what it initially was, but far enought to catch into an uncharted area of media with a new audience. Experiment. Find new niches to be passionate about. Find cool shit to enjoy and show it to the people. I think it s time for a change once again. We gon make it (i hope)

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you Aleks ❤️

[@ethanrocha8803]

No, this isn’t greedy, this is all very fair.

[@KommanderKarl]

I’m glad you can see what I’m saying, thank you

[@danielfrancis3700]

@@KommanderKarl easy bro, chose this comment to try to reach out to you and ill explain why, its because I struggled to find many other comments that your replying to, lol. I'm not a KZbinr, I don't create any sort of content, this is my only ever KZbin account and honestly I don't even watch too many videos or spend that much time here compared to average users, I don't often like or subscribe or anything what most users do, I don't even usually comment on anything and if I do I usually end up deleting it because of your standard trolls I don't have any time for. However I just came across your channel somehow and enjoyed a few videos, decided to look a little further into your channel and straight away my mood changed after finding and watching this entire video, probably much longer than the videos which brought me here and what gained you a following to begin with. Then I decided to flick through various random videos on your channel after hearing you mentioning your following vs views/engagement data and I basically saw exactly what I thought id see, you know yourself you make some half decent content here and there which is what has built your following and analytics in the first place, the reason why I'm commenting and I hope this will open your eyes or even reach you before ive had the chance to remove this I believe comes down to one huge factor... YOUR NOT ACTUALLY ENGAGING OR COMMUNICATING WITH THE SMALL PORTION OF VIEWERS WHO DO CONTINUE TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT EVEN ON THE VIDEO YOU HAD THE AUDACITY TO UPLOAD ASKING YOUR FOLLOWERS WHERE THEY ARE AT WHEN YOU DONT TAKE OUT A FEW MEASLY MINUTES OF YOUR KZbinR LIFESTYLE TO ENGAGE OR COMMUNICATE. Ok enough caps for today, seriously bro you think you can just make a few videos what manage to go viral, people subscribe and then religiously monitor and watch your channel day in day out, when you pretty much don't do any follow up to ensure that your subscribers actually feel they exist which doesn't mean throwing in a 5 second bit saying thank you even if you did that on every video, pull your finger and head out of your ass and realise you have been lucky enough to build up a following but you blindly and ignorantly ignore probably 99.9999% of them and just expect they will in turn come back and view every piece of content you upload? wake up bro stop being so lazy or you probably will end up quitting, as a reminder to you, I often delete my comments so I hope this reaches you in time and that you read it and understand the message, peace

[@bambigaming1866]

Haven't even watched the video but I LOVE YOUR CONTENT, please continue.

[@istarune]

I just wanted to drop my support here for you. You are making amazing things, every time you post something, I smile. As a creative type myself, I know how frustrating it feels when people say they love your work, but it just doesn't seen like it's hitting the way you want. Keep making stuff you love, because we love seeing it!

[@KommanderKarl]

I can’t tell you how much your support means to me, nor could I ever thank you enough ❤️

[@axell15thewispmaster79]

Carl, you should take a good ol' break. If ypu are burning yourself you won't be able to produce anything. Rest, relax, and come back when you are feeling off the burnout

[@KommanderKarl]

Yeah it’s just kinda already took quite a long break from standard uploads. And I’m feeling motivated to create so I need to honor that.

[@axell15thewispmaster79]

@@KommanderKarl Understood Kommander. Will be waiting on your report

[@Scarfy101]

honestly, i will go out of my way to support you from now on because you're one of my favorite skit youtubers at the moment. i don't usually get notifications and to be frank, i had no idea you did other forms of content for that reason. regardless, i wish you luck with your future endeavors and hope you're able to beat the algorithm. don't push yourself too hard, and don't feel discouraged, because you still have tons of fans who love your content, and it'll hopefully start paying off more soon.

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you ❤️ every bit helps

[@Mystery-jz5qn]

What ever happens with your channel we will be here for you brother, you are a fucking legend love from Australia mate

[@KommanderKarl]

Hell yeah I love Australians 💪

[@Skitzy_VA]

I hear ya man, I've struggled with this exact problem since the mr beast meme; Being put in a box can be very stressful. But real ones know that your videos are fantastic, you just need to keep trying new things and ideas, and eventually you'll find something that gains new eyes. Keep at it man, I know you'll get it!

[@finixmoon127]

Yeah unfortunately virality restricts your entire KZbin persona to a single thing (you’re the MrBeast guy, he’s the NPC guy), and once you start to diverge from what originally made your success it’s extremely hard to keep that momentum… Hopefully in time things will get better, so good luck to both of y’all !

[@KommanderKarl]

That’s exactly it! I’m grateful for going viral but it has absolutely pigeonholed me. But I will get out of it someday.

[@KommanderKarl]

Love you Skitzy!

[@RandomAnimeGamer]

I have to be honest - I pretty much ignore the standard gaming content. The videos I like to watch are gaming-related skits, such as NPC, ragdoll, or reload videos. I'm sure there's a ton more that can be done with this format that will keep your creative juices flowing!

[@KommanderKarl]

I really appreciate your honesty

[@RandomAnimeGamer]

@@KommanderKarl I appreciate that you took the feedback and didn't get super defensive. It's your channel and you can do what you want with it, I definitely wouldn't let the metrics get ya down. I tried doing KZbin on a few different occasions and I stopped because I focused too hard on metrics. I wish you the best of luck, no matter where your channel's content goes in the future!

[@acidicalportal4418]

Dude I can totally relate, I am a much smaller channel with 1.2k subscribers, and have over 350 videos but been doing KZbin for 9 years if I include my old channel. So I too came back much later. But I have the same exact mindset as you of not given up no matter how you feel. That's an excellent way of going about it, we all fail at our careers, our hobbies and our dreams. I sometimes will get videos with less than a 100 views even if I spend all day editing all the time for it to end up being 10 of 10 recent videos, but a winner is made when you keep failing but you keep getting back up like you. This I feel is why I can see you being a channel with over 10 million subscribers someday. I think despite what a lot of people say, their are many channels that have taught me a lot about KZbin data and analytics and what makes a video work, I use to make shorts as well, but the problem was for me was that I ended up having a split audience so everyone watched my shorts didn't watch my long form. Just from my observation of your channel, I see the same happening with your channel, I could be wrong but it looks like most of your views have come from your shorts. The good thing about long form however, is while it doesn't get views quickly like short form (most of the time). Overtime the consistency of content will slowly average out the views higher overtime. So much can happen and change in like 1 year of being consistent believe me, looking very closely at my analytics I use to average about 40 views a day when I didn't upload and now I average about 120 views per day, it may not seem like much of a change but overtime it makes a huge difference. If you look at your data, while you might not be getting huge amounts of views lately, but if you look at your early average of views a while ago in a month not posting vs now, I guarantee your average view count is much higher, your work is still paying off even if it feels like an eternity and one step at a time, believe me. I know it can feel so discouraging sometimes when we want those big numbers and we aren't getting them, but be patient, keep going and I 100% guarantee will be huge. From a channel that is much smaller, 800k is very impressive and you've made it a long ways. I know this was a lot information but to Kommander Karl or anyone reading this, I hope my observations of KZbin will help motivate you and other youtubers to keep perusing your dreams.

[@KontraktWolf]

I found you recently, and I love your stuff. This is very relateable as a youtuber myself. Stay strong friend! 👍

[@KommanderKarl]

Thanks brother ❤️

[@zeniusworship]

I'm relieved to hear that even big youtubers are struggling, that it's everyone's problem that we all need to deal with for the rest of our career as a content creator. Never give up bro, remember you're not alone, keep grinding!

[@modzflare8683]

Here for you man, love your content. I hope things improve soon! And you’re a real one for being honest with your viewers I appreciate it.

[@XannisV]

The whole YT algorithm thing is quite fecked up, the platform is always pushing for more and bigger and it can be very punishing at times. I'm personally miffed with the fact that YT also pushes creators hard to make shorts, but the revenue they get from them is minimal. I get that their logic is that shorts are a medium to attract people to the main content, but it doesn't really work like that. I hope things get brighter here, you deserve that and much more.

[@kurokrolik]

One of the biggest struggles to contend with as a creative person is the slumps, and they come in many forms. But when they hit, they hit hard. Creating for the community is a good thing but don't forget to create for yourself, too, bro. I salute ye!

[@SaintJulesDay]

I can relate to this struggle, it feels like no matter how much effort you're putting in, it's never enough to sate the beast. I originally thought my background in film could let me hit the ground running making high quality content, but it's been a slog. And when you think you've finally got something and figured out a formula, you fall back to square one with the next. I wish you the best, though, I hope you'll be sticking around, Kommander.

[@jurassicjonah4189]

Your videos always make me laugh. I hope you begin to feel better. You deserve a break. You’re awesome man. Good luck in the future. I’ll be there to watch your videos when they come.

[@webbtail245]

I love your work, not just on youtube but definitely in postal 4. (you hit 800K as im typing this) watching your content AND being a postal fan is a perfect mix. I wish I could support you man, you're fuckin cool

[@ZyteXtrabyte]

You aren't greedy, dude. You're the guy people look up to! You're the reason I've gotten into editing! Speaking of gmod movies, might make one because they seem fun to make.

[@OchiDOHD]

Hey man, I watched most of your videos, you have a great sense of humour and special effects skills, I am sure if you made those kind of shorts into 8-10min mini movies or parodies you could get lots of views, also if money is the problem you could always try get into sponsors they can double your monthly income, and also about the uploading shedule, the best is to upload once a week in high YT traffic time, just keep doing what you have passion for.

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you so much!

[@General_X]

You are very much appreciated here, buddy! Keep up the great work you do and the great content you provide. We all need to set a little more time aside to tune in, it takes nothing to watch one extra video and throw a quick like on it. I have watched quite a few here that I wasn't immediately interested in clicking on and I'm grateful I did every time. Don't let that struggle ragdoll you! 😉

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you friend! ❤️

[@dethkruzer]

Sending virtual hugs your way. You're one of the most wholesome creators i know, and i hope success does find you.

[@cleaver5326]

You’re very creative dude. Just keep trying. Almost a million people are watching you. That’s amazing.

[@JPEGJIMMY]

I subscribed to ya man,I understand the frustration as I myself feel the struggle of making long form videos and only having success on shorts.

[@kuboskube]

I'm sorry your content hasn't been performing like it deserves! Your videos are fun to watch and genuinely funny and, frankly, impressive! Your editing is on point, and your comedic timing is great!

[@elidoviken3078]

I hope you find that groove that will get you the growth you want because I enjoy your videos and like to share them with friends for a chuckle. Best of luck Kommader Karl, we’ll be cheering for you!

[@jingboy7]

I would probably watch anything you upload, mostly because you are a genuinely likeable guy and you aren't annoying or boring, so make what you want or what works best for you.

[@michaelstevenson5044]

Hey I just subscribed after your video came up randomly. I've seen your shorts on Twitter in years past. Your art is really good so don't get discouraged. You've got this.

[@JuliaBambooliaASMR]

Karl, I'm so proud of you 😭💖 Your comments section is so supportive and sweet!!! You got this. Besides sending love, this is also my way of engaging with your stuff! Algorithm, go!

[@fabianibautistafb]

We love you Kommander Karl!!!!

[@KommanderKarl]

❤

[@bakedmiser5381]

Modern KZbin is pain and im sorry that you and others struggle even though your content is amazing. But im happy that your still pushing to make stuff, i will always continue to support you man

[@XavierBJohnson]

the algorithm sucks man, you can spend hours and hours of effort on a video and the algo ignores it but upload a 1 hour unedited podcast clip or reaction video and suddenly everyone’s got to know about it. So frustrating. So many KZbinrs are basically being forced to become Streamers, podcasters or quasi tikokers and it’s driving me crazy. I come to KZbin for youtube content. Hope things get better man ❤

[@waterguy12]

I too have been struggling with "trusting the process". It's such a weird process to try and figure out what works. Much love♥

[@RandomVideoCircus]

This is happening all across the board. YT just “stopped” sharing our videos to our subscribers. 🤷‍♂️Why……? I have no idea…. Keep fighting the good fight!

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you for sharing this ❤️ I’m glad to know it’s not entirely me

[@RandomVideoCircus]

@@KommanderKarl Anytime Boss!

[@zerberus_ms]

I've been really waiting for your videos for the past 3 months. I'm so glad that KZbin told me about your videos. EXCEPT IT DIDN'T!!!

[@RuiBossTheOnly]

Glad to see you're going to keep plugging along brotha, I enjoy the content. Steady on! 💪

[@Soldier-b7t]

That title made my heart drop

[@KommanderKarl]

Sorry, I don’t mean to be click-baity but I’m not going to sugarcoat how I’ve been feeling with KZbin.

[@Soldier-b7t]

@@KommanderKarl it's fine bro clickbaity or not some KZbinrs that get their channel terminated sometimes for stupid reasons it goes to show how KZbin operates

[@betajosh]

Keep at it Karl We love watching your content, and you clearly show a lot of love for what you do! Regardless of your algorithm, the fans will come looking for you and your stuff even if it doesn't show up on our feeds. This has happened to many amazing creators I watch. Just keep at it, keep your head up. Thank you for entertaining us!

[@OiranDaki]

Love you and your channel Kommander! Hopefully the algorithm treats your longer videos better. We're all grateful for your honesty, do whatever you need to! Thanks for everything!

[@BlarnacleBoy]

The past week or so, I've seen most if not all of your vids on my home page. Before it was extremely rare to even see one of your shorts. Love the RDR2 mods stuff! Keep it up!

[@supergoat1223]

You're awesome, seeing you upload makes me very happy, just knowing you're there and you're doing what you love... The world can never get enough people like you. I want to thank you for every smile you brought me and wish you good luck, i know i can only bring in one view, but as long as you're uploading, i always will

[@Furi_S_Poi]

You seem like a great guy, and the content is awesome! It sucks that stuff isnt working out well, you deserve better man.

[@Granite165]

I saw your stuff, like, a year ago and I could swear I subscribed. Weird stuff. Your work is hilarious and super-duper-well-done. Hope it works out, man!

[@tehsensei]

Damn wasn't expecting the DasBoschitt name drop! Really brings me back... You got some serious street cred if you got him on your steam friends.

[@KommanderKarl]

Yeah lol, we don’t ever talk much but I always see when he’s online

[@HerrMainichi]

As a pretty small creator still i feel you. I too will never stop doing what i love. Even if i will only earn couple of Cents in a few years... keep your awesome content up!

[@PokeMaster979899]

Sorry to hear that the numbers haven't been too kind to you lately. I hope that doesn't discourage you from trying new, different kinds of content. I've enjoyed everything I've seen out of your channel and I'm looking forward to more!

[@deeplybuffalo9871]

Thanks for keeping it real. Trust me, almost all feel the discourage moments in our work and person stuff, sometimes for long periods of time, so we feel you. keep it up though, your content is great

[@JosephShemelewski]

I seen this happen to a couple creators it sucks man hope things turn around soon I enjoy whatever you make

[@jacobburesh8522]

love your vids man, hope things get better for ya! Much respect to the hard work you put into it!

[@vrts]

Just want to say that the algorithm pushed you over to me and I'm surprised I haven't seen your content. Keep it up, you're doing great.

[@asnailman]

Karl your content is 1 in a million and youtube is lucky to have you as a creator, and at the end of the day. Even if it doesn’t seem like it. Youre one of the greatest on the platform. 🐌👍

[@DigiMyst]

For me personally, I enjoyed seeing your process for the reload videos since I love After Effects tutorials. Watching the behind the scenes of how you reload your caulk was quite nice!

[@ernestoendean-hughes1328]

I love your content commander Karl life isn’t great sometimes but you gotta keep it up Keep up the good work and good luck

[@momoraven8577]

Keep doing what you do, brother. Big fan here from Africa.

[@KommanderKarl]

Thanks buddy! ❤️ what part of Africa? :)

[@momoraven8577]

@@KommanderKarl Libya.

[@tankdempsey558]

We love your work and you kommander Karl, I and everyone have faith in you and we will continue to support you and your work. Keep your head up soldier!

[@TheCematrixX]

I thought you got hired as a Dev for Postal? Anyway, just reload your KZbin channel😂😂.

[@KommanderKarl]

Pinning this because it’s a great point. Yes! I do work on Postal 4. But RWS is a self funded indie studio, so I am being paid way below market value, understandably. I opted to work on Postal because I was missing working on videogames.

[@vermillionwarrior3968]

My man out here achieving his dreams, and keeping his artistic integrity in the bargain! That can be very tough on the ol' wallet!! What we, as his fans need to do is watch his videos in greater volume and play the absolute SHIT out of the new Postal game! Let's go! 🤠🥳🥳🥳

[@KommanderKarl]

@@vermillionwarrior3968 if every one following me had your mindset I’d be set 😂

[@Michael-xnxx]

@@KommanderKarl I guess brother that 90% of your 800k subscribers know you from "NPC", "reloads", "glitched animations" videos/shorts that means people subscribed to see more of those. Don't be surprised that no one is watching your gameplays or other things, because thats not why people came to your channel for.

[@JohnSkao]

i love the special effects on your videos and how manage to make things in real life work like they were in a videogame, i would love to watch more of those, theres is a lot of dieferent content you can create with ideias like that, with a little creativty im sure you will find a formula that keeps atracting people

[@hoIycow0]

Your videos are fun to watch and noone really regrets watching them. The thing is, some people might not expect it to be interesting until they actaully watch the video.

[@MarlonSage]

Fwiw I really enjoyed your technical analysis of the GTA trailer. You've obviously got a lot of knowledge, a pleasant voice to listen to, and I found that analysis generally interesting. Of course the reload/npc skits are on the dime as well Good luck man ✊

[@bashluigigaming7531]

we feel ya man, youtubes really mucked up the recommendation system and it sucks that your hard work isn't being seen by your whole audience

[@andreasoberg2021]

I always watch everything from you. Good luck

[@otavio7264]

Dude, your content is gold! As discouraging as it may be, you will get through it. Whether through your ability to reinvent yourself or your perseverance. Anyway, I will continue sharing your content and watching your videos, I would like to support you monetarily too, but here in Brazil the dollar is 5x our currency, so...

[@Kojo333]

Hey man don't feel bad it will get better ur a huge inspiration to my channel and I wouldn't have had the courage start with your channel

[@RazorSharkTabor]

Reload your channel, reload man and push. Because if KZbin is going down you are going to raise the bar up. Never give up on goals. Have strength. Spend all your skill points in following your heart because this channel to me is still feeding the rounds required to keep it going! Love you Karl! ❤

[@joshuakosiba2640]

I think a lot of it that YT views seem to be down in general as well. I've seen even some of the behemoth channels dropping tons of views and engagement lately. Regardless I love both your long and short form content, it can be hard to break the mold so I'm rooting for ya either way.

[@SpectrumZ_90]

finger crossed for you. you deserve much more than you get

[@DaNHouSeR82]

Haven't been seeing your videos in my feed. Just came to your channel directly and THEN saw new videos.

[@quiteafancyemerald]

You got this my guy. I think it might just be a thumbnail + title thing also and maybe like a once per week or twice per month upload schedule count. Your videos are amazing so like quality wise you are good for sure

[@codea8369]

❤❤❤ it's alright to feel discouraged! And thanks for your awesome videos :)

[@crusadermint1701]

Sorry your having to deal with the YT hell hole, love your vids, keep it up! Your gonna get there!

[@hamsandwhich44737]

ill be rooting for you man, love your content and hope you can make a comeback

[@invisiblehearths]

Just rung the “all notifications” bell because I'm def here for the glitchy/experimental stuff.

[@WyldMoonChild]

Your sense of humor is legendary, Commander. Thanks for sharing it and I hope your metrics get better. I can't understand why no one watched that fast horse video I cried from laughter..... Reminded me of Midas Magic from Oblivion back in the day haha. The original FUS RO DAH! 😋

[@Mr_Crumbles998]

I feel sorry for you. I like your videos. I hope you get through this.

[@jopearson6321]

Just wanted to say, I deeply appreciate it when a creator like yourself keeps experimenting and pushes the boundaries, even when you know probably only 5-10% of them are going to be long-term viable. I know it annoys some users, but f 'em. I think it would be incredibly boring to rely on the same formula forever only because it pays best.

[@kevstwistedhumor9468]

I hear you! I completely agree. It's a grind. I think KZbin is a side hustle that you cannot really rely on it. That's why I do Airbnb hosting and make courses on Udemy and have a full time teaching Job.

[@Vixz_GT]

Hope you have less of a struggle with YT

[@KommanderKarl]

Eventually I will.

[@liamtheinventor1522]

Don’t give up komander. I only have 50subs so you’re lucky. Thanks for the amazing content.

[@KommanderKarl]

Believe me I know how lucky I am. And I’m not giving up.

[@Dolvondo]

I'm on the same boat as you. You're not alone.

[@Nixoth]

The algorithm has never been kind to experimentation to other channels ive seen. I did love that postal trip vid. Id be interested in seeing more vlog style travel stuff

[@hesam4270]

I love this man and i just met him about some minuets ago :) he deserves so much attention

[@misteral9045]

The reason why the reload and NPC/game tropes series are so successful is that they're so accurate and easy to understand. From my understanding you have a background in firearms, you're a passionate gamer, and that comes together in videos that are high quality and much loved. Everyone experiences the same NPCs, and reloading an item is an intuitive process. To the point where a lot of people are subscribed because they appreciated that content, even if they aren't very interested in most of your content. I understand those kinds of skits take a lot of time and effort, perhaps you could find another video topic that let's you flex your editing and directing skills. Getting recognized by DasBoSchitt is an achievement. You have great acting and storytelling skills, perhaps you could branch into more live action skits that randomly feature "gamer" moments like someone getting so upset they glitch through the floor, or the tactical loading of an office briefcase because the lawyer has an important trial.

[@another_blacktomcat]

Man you are speedrunning the yt experience. blowing up quickly. then hitting the algorythm/engagement quickly. lets hope that the rest of the usual development are a bit further down the line.

[@allenarwf424]

It’s okay. This frustration happens to anyone who is doing it for result instead of loving it.

[@spooky_mane]

Hello Kommander! I think you last video missed the topic of what fascinated me about your channel. Im a person who is generally interrested in videogames, watches gameplay as also in depth videos about programing and game design. Your ragdoll- and reload videos were like memes for me in that kontext and i realy like them. These videos were fun and original, but also gave insight in the creative process of creating these videogame "components". I also realy enjoyed your videos about Running With Scissors, beause it gave good insight about how and why the videogame indrustrie, and in your case, smaller developpers work and operate. For me, this conntent makes your channel unique, but your videos like the last one, didnt appeal to me in that sense. I truly hope you keep up your channel!!! kudos from germany

[@KommanderKarl]

Danke schon! You are not the first to say this so I will probably not do anything like the last video anymore and focus solely on skits/postal stuff/technical breakdowns

[@keynerrr]

Keep going dude you are awesome and your content is amazing!

[@hikachus]

Tbh, i didn't get any of your videos recommended to me until the last RDR2 one. Until then, i was just seeing a lot of your shorts on instagram. The last video made me subscribe, thought it was hilarious, and your shorts and other things are amazing too 🔥🔥🔥

[@TakiGamesOfficial]

KZbin is rough and unpredictable. Algorithm is weird to work with and keeping viewers shorter attention spans these days / going with what’s trendy can be difficult to figure out. I always had dreamed of becoming a content creator so I can get access to videogames early but man, it’s not as easy as it looks. You don’t just make whatever video you want and watch the $$$ pile in, a lot really goes into it. Sometimes you have to be fake, make videos you don’t want to make. There’s also tricky things you need to do with video settings before you upload sometimes. I see a few comments here about the bell not going off, but at the same time I saw a video somewhere about possibly losing subs if you bug your subscribers by turning notifications on. So anyways I have respect for what you do, keep doing what you love, don’t give up.

[@derekmarin5521]

Never give up my dude! Your videos are so unique and different..thats why i watch your vids. Keep it up dude! *salute* Kommander.

[@wolfcommando8467]

Patience is always one of the harder things to use effectively.

[@Gojobeballinfr-sy3sw]

don't give up Karl, you're view count will rocket up one day and so will your sub count, can't wait for u to hit 1 mil, all the best 👍

[@KommanderKarl]

Thank you ❤️ we’re getting so close now

[@josephwatkins9350]

I think your reload shorts, and other animated shorts have been a lot of your funniest content. My personal favorite is the Skyrim representations in real life though. All instant classics for me. Now I know I'm just one person, but if you were able to make a video series about what life would be like to actually live like that, and make them the length of a normal KZbin video I would be all over that.

[@8-BallBlues]

Honestly I though the sneak boosting video was great, I’d kill to see more of that sorta stuff from you! Either way, I’m gonna be watching your stuff, you rock dude! ❤

[@Mutrax4706]

ngl i got really hooked by the game animation and npcs videos, like the different animation styles and when it bugs + reloading whatever crap you felt like in a brutal way another thing being you rarely actively think about what the algorithm shows, so i just forgot about this channel until now