How OpTic Gaming Nearly Became Apex Legends Champions

OpTic Gaming is one of the most historic esports orgs and when they entered Apex Legends it looked like they were going to be adding on to their championship trophy case... but struggles eventually occured leading to OpTic failing to even qualify for the Year 3 Split 1 Playoffs. They made major shifts to their roster, playstyle, and gameplan which resulted in a bounce back that almost saw them lifting the ALGS Championship trophy.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
2:36 Dropped joins OpTic
4:52 Changes to IGL and Playstyle
7:49 Champs Begins
8:58 Game 1 - Overlook
15:08 Game 3 vs DreamFire
20:35 Game 4 vs NRG
29:01 Game 5 - Countdown
36:58 Game 6 vs Acend
40:17 Game 7 - Wall
43:58 The End
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[@AyeJHawk]

noob team

[@luffyg.o.a.t7951]

Agreed

[@yogreeno3981]

And that fat guy on the team represents all of America

[@_official5698]

dogshit twitter manager+normal players

[@SPN_YSPARKT]

@@luffyg.o.a.t7951 NO

[@floppypenguinn1841]

that sweet car play was so clutch to get that spot, whoever gets that wins the game and nrg beat them by literal seconds to keep the tournament alive, so good

[@BaneOfV]

I'm sorry but sweet isn't a dumb child. He would've done everything to get optic killed

[@itszaque5031]

As an NRG and OG fan the fact that Sweet saved the Lan for TSM still kills me. Great video as always!

[@XPMatador]

facts! the script this year was hilarious!

[@teku6266]

5head lvl play to get TSM the win!

[@Sephiroth32vergil]

The Sweet and Hal bromance is unmatched

[@everythingmanny]

Wow never thought of it like that holy shit 😂😂😂😂

[@PUBSKI]

The mindset from Dropped is insane, adapts quickly, learns from his mistakes, and doesn't ponder what-ifs. Skittle is also crazy for sticking that medkit during the end-zone and timing it perfectly. I know it didn't workout but that timing is just insane and could've been a HUGE play if it actually worked for them. Good stuff Optic

[@LadyPexi]

come back pub, apex needs u

[@Sportsie]

It’s a wonderful week when JHawk gives us content to rewatch 7 times

[@kobeharris9537]

Glad it's not just me

[@AyeJHawk]

and I appreciate all 7 of those views :)

[@steezymnk]

Based

[@luckorski1181]

Agreed. I watch them when they drop and before/after ALGS starts and ends

[@R3belyc1ous]

​@@kobeharris9537me too 😂

[@mjmp4]

Man that race against NRG was legendary

[@AyeJHawk]

one of the biggest what ifs in apex history

[@KNoonan91]

Awesome video as always! I watched all of this live, but didn't realize some of the few micro decisions that could've changed the course of finals. Great insight from Dropped, I'm glad the pros are willing to contribute for your content!

[@AyeJHawk]

Having the pros being down to interview is such a blessing. Such cool insights from them

[@bigmelonboy4618]

While this tournament was the nail in the coffin for the eventual disbandment of NRG, I'm glad we got to see one last NRG sweet big brain moment which lead to the actual griefing of optic winning it all. What a great lan!

[@karbasher]

the game four final between NRG and Optic was the coolest moment i’ve ever seen, being there live as the entire arena is chanting NRG still gives me goosebumps

[@AyeJHawk]

Definitely a moment that will be talked about in the history of apex for a long time

[@JumbaGW]

So 28:10 great question, and great response from Dropped. If I recall from watching live, the comms from different teams everyone thought NRG was optic, so there was little attention focused on the team in red room and imo made their push with round 5 closing possible.

[@jorgetanai4297]

Being an OpTic fan who plays Apex I was so happy when we made the jump into Apex and man even though they didn't win champs by god those boys put on a performance of a lifetime. Thanks for this vid you put out nothing but class content I can't wait to see more.

[@Ryzeu]

Well said #GreenWall

[@DylanFoxy]

This LAN ruled so hard. Hearing Sweet call that Optic was going to win the tournament if they didn't do something about it is magical in hindsight. Also, Dropped was already one of my favorite Apex pros because I liked SSGs style, and this only cements him as S-Tier for me. Seems like such a cool dude, and really wants to think carefully about the game as a sport, but he also respects the chaotic nature of a battle royale and this game in particular, which is why I find pro Apex so fun in the first place. Banger video.

[@11menzies]

Dropped in my opinion is the most underrated player of all time.

[@jimmyestevez8089]

Def one of the most slept ones. Been watching since his SSG Team a while ago and knew he had potential since his gibby plays

[@V1NCH1INZ0]

I love watching this team man. Dropped has insane game knowledge, Skittle has unbelievable decision making skills, and Knoqd has the M&K brain, but with roller accuracy. I hope they stay together and I wish them success in the future!

[@amateursloth6066]

So well made! also, people really haven't been talking about Optic's run in depth, and your video does it so well

[@soloqVenu]

I'm glad that I love playing and watching Apex. It is just extremely fun to watch this deep dive. Thank to JHawk.

[@JiskaStorm]

I don't believe u can make a bad video, it's been nothing but masterpieces, thank you for these!

[@Alias2112]

How I have waited for this day, fantastic work JHawk. Another great breakdown, your videos are so insightful and engaging

[@jacksonbuller1707]

amazing vid, the analysis never gets old

[@ph_grizz4391]

Love the content man. JHawk dropping a video is always a highlight. Hope you're well bro

[@rebelfps4070]

It's a good day when jhawk posts

[@ComboTrial]

That NRG vs Optic scene was masterclass IGL. Both team read their opposition's mind.

[@AlmostGood-ml8dc]

gave me goosebumps bro, jhawk this is an incredible video.

[@majyoo4194]

New to comp Apex, been watching Wigg costreams since Valorant is still in the offseason (Friday can’t come fast enough!). As a CS and Val fan, I always felt uneasy about Apex comms with everyone yelling over each other, even if I know if works for these guys. With that feeling present, I couldn’t help but feel good whenever Optic comms were up, with how collected and efficient their comms are, even in high-intensity moments. Probably my favorite team in NA simply because they’re pleasant to watch and listen to! Also thanks for the vids, been binging to catch up on the storylines and overall game-ideology in the Pro Scene!

[@chrisa8157]

Another banger Jhawk. Better and better

[@user-xv7du7qq6n]

we need more videos about ALGS like this😊 great content👍

[@yournatoy]

Skittles med calculate at game 7 is godly, it will be a game changer if tsm was not there. great video as always!!

[@shazlym9406]

Thank you for your content ❤

[@AyeJHawk]

Thanks for watching!

[@jakegrice5853]

the whole series of events leading up to sweet taking that trident is just so wild, year 3 champs will be hard to beat in terms of hype moments. im here for it though, lotta talented players coming on the scene with all of these org shifts

[@tyleranderson8218]

Literally goosebumps everytime, keep up the amazing work!

[@AyeJHawk]

Thank you so much!

[@robbymiller5385]

Thank you jhawk! been waiting for this one!

[@AyeJHawk]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@jaybones821_YT]

Great one JHawk love the breakdown as usual. Absolute Quality Banger and at the top of the ALGS and Apex team documentaries. ✌🏼🤘🏼

[@AyeJHawk]

Much appreciated

[@cristhiangonzalez3098]

Like always just great content

[@Th4tKidNash]

i love these videos man, thank you so much

[@AyeJHawk]

Glad to hear it!

[@demoman2]

re the fight at fingers: the layout is purely symmetric, so there's no inherent advantage/disadvantage from one side vs the others. what screwed optic was that more of the zone had closed out their height head glitch, namely the back edge of the height head glitch, the same one sweet was on, on the other side. so the only way up to height for optic, after having to jump off for bang ult, was to run up their near side ramp which had LOS from sweet's heady. you can see dropped peak the ramp quickly and instantly take 50 dmg. consequently, skittles was the only one in a good position so that enabled nrg to capitalize off dropped/knoqd being stuck lowground. doesn't matter who's at the wheel at that point, the game will play out the same every time.

[@Adalric30]

This is the definition of niche content, but dude, your analysis is spot on. I been watching these tournys for 2 years, and in a couple weeks of your videos I see so.much.more.clearly. Thank you, keep up the great work!

[@AyeJHawk]

Preciate you!

[@somerealaveragegaming5380]

Really enjoyed the more indepth breakdown of the finals games! Find that content more engaging

[@dominikandorko5502]

Great video as always, quality content. Video ideas next time: NRG tribute video, because of org leaving

[@EskimoClay1]

good work as always bro!

[@AyeJHawk]

Appreciate it!

[@seahomedog]

Was really waiting to see why optic couldn't close out since I'm not too in tune with Apex/the event as a whole. Great video!!!!!

[@DimeandKirk]

Game 4 was such a delicate balance of the Two highest IQ IGLs. Beautiful

[@shaynegaudreault7829]

Another great video from Apex choosen one!

[@samanflame301]

That was the craziest intro ever well done

[@saganblake-welsh7670]

Dropped my king

[@mannshah3246]

Man I love this team so much

[@DreKiken]

Ur videos are always fire!

[@AyeJHawk]

Appreciate that

[@reezyfbaby]

King J back at it again!

[@SupermotoFlow]

Skittle showed some legendary game knowledge in last ALGs

[@fatalhalfinch]

GOD DAMNIT YOUR VIDEOS ARE SO GOOD

[@AyeJHawk]

🫡

[@jakebad8334]

You should make a video about the history of competitive Apex I think a video with all the major events and highlights and such in chronological order would be very interesting‼️‼️

[@Bullimicporkupine]

16:24 footage of dropped playing telepathically

[@AyeJHawk]

Everyone debating controller vs mnk while dropped doesn’t need either 😳

[@i_jiles4049]

Your videos are god tier ! ❤

[@AyeJHawk]

Thanks 😅

[@duh5359]

A perfect Sunday night. Some beer, some burgers and a new JHawk video 🙂🙂

[@REV_Pika]

21:40 sweet explains whats gonna go down, thats why he is one of the best even though he havent won a lan yet. he saved the tournament (gave us more games) with his ability to interpet and read the game.

[@TheDefaultClass]

Watching this live was crazy, I was so sure optic was going to close it out

[@CGingerbreadman]

What Dropped said is exactly why I think DOJO needs to rethink their IGLing. There were too many times that Timmy and Dezign would make different calls or have to talk through a play, and they'd get killed while deciding. Everyone needs to be on the same page and have one person making split-second calls.

[@EWeis33]

outrageously good content

[@mumleeezy4768]

thanks for the video again bro keep killin it your channel is the only one i have notis on for!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jepoyburner]

great video as always! former Blvckhvnd next?

[@DavidKaderavek]

banger content!

[@nollange]

Straight heat 🔥🔥🔥

[@cesarsantos4444]

Let's run it again optic wooo

[@kingkoopa654]

While they have returned to dominance. I was VERY sad to see they dropped Dooplex. I always thought he was a good player. But once the meta shifted, he kinda fell off. I hope he can win a substantial amount of money in his new team/role

[@oyunboldboldbaatar5519]

Doop couldn’t keep up mechanically sadly. He just switched to roller so that may help him out.

[@DevinHeida]

He was also going through some difficulties at home, I believe one of his parents had gotten sick (mom I think) and needed to help her. Sadly I'm also pretty sure his other parent (dad) passed recently.

[@saipoosarla2797]

Doop was and is going through a lot. It's a shame but the boys are still on good terms. Also, from what I've seen (and played against in customs) doop on roller is an absolute beast right now and I'm not exaggerating.

[@BruceWayne-wh4of]

@@DevinHeida It's the exact other way around, but you are right. He had personal issues to deal with, and just couldn't commit to what OpTic needed at the time. Still rooting for him to do well wherever he lands.

[@christopherpitts3941]

I got a burger and a Jhawk video tonight is a good night

[@hellgrin171]

intro into apex music omg !!!!

[@soldiergoose5828]

My favourite video. FUCKING LOVED IT

[@MooreOverVO]

Good vid

[@AyeJHawk]

preciate it homie

[@FPS_Xanamide]

Excellent video

[@Bullimicporkupine]

dropped is such a chad

[@Just_Goggles]

Glad to see a video on my favorite team#Greenwall

[@Vaklaaja]

this is all thanks to our lord and saviour, Mark "Dropped" Thees

[@AyeJHawk]

big fan huh?

[@jmelendez02]

The decision for NRG to take the Trident in that north pad game truely ended up biting them in the long run. OG goes on to win that game and keeps NRG in the money- but since the games went on they slowly fell out of the money in the long run….

[@pistol237]

Ofc in the money is great but if you're not first you're last

[@dirtmesumshii1092]

Skittle might just be the #1 keyboard player rn, deadass

[@kensosa7447]

Maybe. There’s many contenders, Reps, Wattson, sweet, maybe timmy..the list goes on.

[@boolets-ez8ry]

Ezflash is crazy

[@Sirlistic]

Ezflash is

[@najwillaims]

The hair is coming back in 👀🔥🔥

[@AyeJHawk]

Had to beat the bald allegations and let it grow back

[@walker3551]

Next year we'll have our Tripods episode! I hope 🙏 😂

[@jacksullivan1771]

On OpTic Dominance, shoutout OpTic Gears

[@awman9134]

oh god it made me remember how badly optic's twitter got invaded by mad fans from DF after rewatching that game 3 LMAO

[@wakly562]

good viewing guys

[@Newo02]

man i dont play apex much but damn the music goes hard

[@AyeJHawk]

Apex music always slaps

[@illCMAC]

They are the next team. Great video as always @AyeJHawk

[@beelzeblub4630]

They almost 4-0 crazy

[@cuppav2806]

I honestly believe if you got someone like TSM Raven to write an episode of The Reset it wouldn't be that much more meticulous or informative than this. That's how good I think you are, Mr. Hawk, Sir.

[@shadewww_]

oh no, not the reset keeping me hyped for pro league in the off season... oh nooooo

[@SupermotoFlow]

Optic was Legendary last ALGs ngl

[@Therealistforareason]

Finally.

[@lokinxy]

sweet stealing car xD

[@fishytoons_gaming]

algs looks so fun its like a game of chess what makes algs so dif from normal br and ranked is that ppl in br and ranked dont do what these pros do in algs they all have there own spots they land everygame and i think apex should have like a gamemode kinda like that but add a unique thing to it maybe a gamemode with only 4 pois and 4 teams and you have to choose what poi you want to land in and maybe give the option for one team in contest that would be pretty cool

[@maxiprenger1993]

i was watching optic a lot at ALGS and i'm wondering to this day what happened to his aim at 38:15

[@zeronin4696]

Its just the clasic mnk inconsistency. Try to play a whole week with the pressure of dropping and lose the chance of 2 mio prize money. Not to mention that teams know whos on matchpoint so they will grief you (when they are not SAF). Theres a reason why many pro players switch to controller coz Aim Assist will give you the consistent aim for every single game of the day (if not theres no bang smoke ofc)

[@ricard3964]

ngl man i thought NRG were the chosen ones to dethrone the dynasties, but Optic is back & stronger than ever

[@nickolasadame1939]

Sweet and Nafen still out here!

[@ricard3964]

yea i kno but theres at least 7 teams better than them rn LG, OXG, OG, FaZe, MOIST, DOJO & XSET those teams might end the TSM & DZ domination next year@@nickolasadame1939

[@ricard3964]

@@Sebascqn99 you clearly dont know basic Apex comp

[@nickolasadame1939]

@@ricard3964 right? TSM didn't even move out of the building on Wall the game after NRG 3v3'd OpTic to keep the tourney alive. This guy is clueless on so many levels.

[@ricard3964]

@@nickolasadame1939 yea that guy thinks comp & ranked are same thing, that game at Wall was beautiful, Optic could win if Skittles doesnt Q up

[@bobbylewalski4775]

Nrg beating them to the spot is wild

[@raipanda133]

I will never understand anyone thinking that the Optic 3rd party or the Dojo rat play is BM. It’s Lan Finals, anything goes. If you get caught lacking, it sucks to suck. Only thing I have to say to you is Git Gud. And this is coming from a TSM fan who was disappointed in TSM for dying to the rat play.

[@basilyounas1063]

So unfortunate optic is no more 😢

[@user-dr3uf8gy9s]

Hey Jhawk please do a KCP video to show EU more love and as a tribute for them leaving 🙏

[@realsausageroll]

39:39 gigachad obly

[@AyeJHawk]

Obly is HIM

[@MuseR.]

💯💯💯

[@andrewrae8064]

W video

[@user-dr3uf8gy9s]

Please do KCP as a tribute to them leaving 🙏

[@SilentLambable]

pogger

[@BioHazard82]

My Goat

[@frankdagrank2423]

JHawk u should look into collegiate apex if you're interested in other tiers other than ALGS

[@AyeJHawk]

I know Zephyr is involved with it but where would be the go to place to learn about it all? I dont really understand the system they got going over there

[@frankdagrank2423]

@@AyeJHawk Yeah Zephyr is a Coach for TAMU and we all play for Octane Collegiate. I could put you in contact with one of the tournament organizers, they could better explain it all. But in short we have 120 teams playing in 2 conferences with 3 separate 5 week tournaments that result in a season championship in May.