Formals Future in Esports | The Flycast Ep. 123

[@MaNiaCYT]

likes and comments for the algorithm gods are appreciated 💜

[@Vinseenit]

VlogNiaC come back please

[@datboitito7542]

you could look into Iron Forge gym its owned by a couple streamers in texas but idk how far away that would be

[@BzrkKilla]

Isaiah 43:2

[@Theregothatboy]

Niac you are the man baby

[@FinkNimrod]

Sutcho hoe ass up. You my favorite OpTic member so don’t take that personal.

[@fulcrumOne]

This is one of the best episodes, a big part is Formals honesty. I feel like a lot of people don’t get to see this side of things when a season ends. Props to Matt for going on the show and talking about it. Niac and Hitch did a great job steering the convos helping Matt but also the fans. Great job y’all can’t wait to see how the Halo team shakes out. 👏

[@rankin4204]

W comment. Prob one if the best optic podcast iv watched

[@derrickgrossen3907]

Letting Formal rant for a while is hopefully good for the mental health

[@zyhru]

yeah definitely, it sounds like hes been holding all this shit in

[@Samcoin1]

Straight up. Glad he's still competing Well, maybe

[@vincentarreola7317]

@@Samcoin1wym maybe

[@DoodMayne]

25:55 Nick taking about Eco, Formal silent. Nick says, "Maybe im an idiot." Formal responds "Yea," then immediately back to silence as Nick continues 😂😂😂

[@Hitchariide]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@OrionInSpace]

Hahahaha😂😂

[@davincahoots]

he's saying "i understand your point" when Maniac is back peddling. It does seem funny though lol

[@R6TissueMe]

Formal legit played his best on the optic squad

[@yeahbaw]

hopefully during this off season, FormaL is a normal on the flycast. These 3 together are a vibe. Another good pod, boys.

[@Vobrog]

🙏

[@MrMattyy90]

Formal is undoubtedly the GOAT of FPS eSports. The man has aura simple as that

[@daveysweigard]

At what point do we stop boxing him into being an FPS goat and just state the fact that he’s one of the greatest gamers to ever walk the earth lol. If not THE. That’s pretty fucking cool to think about

[@ToastyZach]

Console FPS

[@breezycloudz]

@@ToastyZach Most halo pros are mouse and keyboard.

[@SaMeOhh]

@@breezycloudzwhat are u on? There’s been a single keyboard pro in the last few years. W rage bait?

[@jayhowiemane263]

@@breezycloudzno they’re not lol there’s less than a handful

[@KoFFeeFPS]

THIS sort of discussion/rant out of FormaL is the most therapeutic thing a serious gamer will ever listen to. The way he thinks just keeps you humble and aware of good players, and how to read them and function with a confidence that you can be better.

[@daleyfitness4971]

“There’s these little bars in the Bible where I’m like that’s some real shit right there” - Nick ‘MaNiaC’ Kershner

[@Aegishand]

There like isn't a single podcast on the planet that isn't made better with Formal. He's just such a vibe.

[@wmdcrazy]

Formal is so chill got to be the definition of ice. Like a fine wine just out there maturing getting better by the day 👌

[@vibe0ne10]

this was the rawest/ realest Flycast since Nick's post rehab episode. Amazing insight into an elite competitor's mind - appreciate the hosts letting Formal speak his mind

[@swirvin_625]

Formal defies all the odds of people saying you get to an age where you’re too old. He’s dominating and he’s the grandad of the team

[@austinyoung2737]

Formal=fastest click ever!❤

[@miguelarzate9151]

Formal has the most aura he layed his nuts on that stage

[@DylGonZo]

Goatgamer

[@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx9656]

he doesn't know how to cut a onion

[@henrydrummond2257]

Ppl who say other ppl have aura are so cringey 😂

[@ttttRk]

@@henrydrummond2257man shut up 😂let people be

[@chrisarmstrong9434]

@@henrydrummond2257and saying something is cringe.. is cringe, you can’t win

[@Matomicbomb]

Good pod. I don’t know how to explain it, but I’ve seen Eco in a large pot money 8s game five on Coli slayer they were down like 48 to 41 and all you hear is Eco say “I believe, do you believe?” in comms and they somehow brought it back and won.

[@hockeyplaya222]

I don’t usually watch these but for some reason I just enjoy formal interviews

[@Yooobrother10]

Because it gives them something else to talk about other than nick being a baby 😂

[@Shortstahp]

its because formal knows the depths of what he is experiencing as a pro, he is great at reflecting and communicating

[@unloughfulgaming]

The way he carries himself in these is just enjoyable nothing but professionalism and funny shit

[@melonguardsman102]

Formals hunger for winning is so admirable man. I know more success is coming for this guy

[@noahgoldowitz]

He was incredibly vulnerable and honest in this. Good luck to the GOAT 🙏♥️

[@theinventorofawesom1]

The way Formal is talking is legit heartbreak listen this passion is what puts people like him in the top 4 or 5

[@MaNiaCYT]

H4F

[@Hushed_1]

So horny

[@felixcostilla7543]

Yurr Let’s go 😂

[@skyline-e-e-e]

Matt I gotta let you know, we ARE all watching you man. You are literally the one thing keeping comp Halo alive. Please dont loose that fire bro. Get that god squad and don't let anything stop you from getting that second ring.

[@znosz925]

Great interview boys love to see Formal be so honest and genuine with Nick

[@ttttRk]

Loved hearing from Formal, this just feels like he’s coming back even better and has his mind set on getting the number 1 place back.

[@zyhru]

you can tell how much it hurts formal talking about these halo events

[@CombatMedic1O]

He's not hurting that bad. Dude got paid. Trust me.

[@pradaSoH]

@@CombatMedic1OHe’s had a bag since Ghosts 2014. It isn’t about the money I promise you.

[@Hysetzzz]

​@@CombatMedic1O he doesn't care about money , he's set homie

[@CombatMedic1O]

@Pelyuk you dumb af. I could be handed 3 mill right now and that money without investing it ain't gonna last till my old age.

[@curticy8524]

@@CombatMedic1O Its about his legacy. He wants to retire the undisputed best FPS controller player with the accolades to support him of all time. He's got money, f the money. The bragging rights and W count are what matters to hime. Thats his life. What he's done for the majority of his career and what he'll talk about, reflect and be remembered for

[@craayy6159]

Actually an insane ep. Nick did such a good job of bouncing off formal, you can tell he respects him so much

[@CyBa_]

Kevin is like an in game mastermind. He sees the maps top down and directs the team to make every play seem like “bad timing” for everyone else but he’s already calculated it

[@genjidora8742]

for real. he has amazing teamwork and fits into that team so well. That SSG roster plays perfect halo

[@snorlax4911]

Letting Formal speak, and listening

[@zyrzix_1805]

Happy to see @Formal feeling his feelings and speaking about what he sees as his true potential. Either the squad rises or he ascends alone. The people want to see you in the front, but remember this; you are more than a gamer, you influence many lives positively, leaving a massive legacy. I have a large sense of admiration for how you lead by example. Keep at it with a clean mindset and the only thing that can stop you IS YOU.

[@bladerunnerr2624]

I appreciate Nick for not yapping about himself or his problems for an hour. Good stuff

[@SquishMe]

a whole episode without him talking about adderall....

[@reddkasette]

Easily the best episode so far. So much heartfelt info from a GOAT! Shoutout Maniac for leading a legend as well as he did! Love it!!! Scump/Crim6 next please! lol

[@rafaelescalona4930]

Great pod. I havent seen Formal this open maybe ever wish him the best. Maniac is also a real one for sure

[@joshuapreuss2983]

I don’t think enough people have and are giving formal props on losing weight. Grinding in multiple facets of life bro. Good shit Matthew big boy triceps formal!!!! Keep it up king

[@2ProBallers]

Normally not one to comment on KZbin, but this was one of the best episodes to date. Not often you get a deep dive like this and respect to Matt for being so open. Hitch and Nick did a great job leading the conversation. It’s great being able to listen to y’all chat on my way in to work. Takes me back to simpler times.

[@nickalex5705]

Love you Formal I was locked in to your guys champs run this year. Sorry that the team couldn’t pull it together and hope whatever you do you’re happy

[@mitchellkosman8797]

Best episode I’ve listened to. Cool to hear one of the greats open up like that.

[@aj2563]

Get Eco on the pod and we can hear from him

[@genjidora8742]

the way eco plays off his teammates is mesmerizing. when they were talking about eco I thought their takes were a little braindead

[@FPSBloodlust]

Eco is smart. That’s what makes him different. Dude hardly ever makes the wrong play

[@Jordyphysique]

Matt is the goat. I’m so glad he has the humble nature to come onto the podcast to open up about how he felt about the series. I’m a casual, but You can just feel how bad he wants it and is so consistent. He really has outgrew the current optic roster

[@Moosewala2000]

I absolutely love seeing someone still so passionate about the thing they love.

[@ishaan__ghosh]

There’s so many good tidbits in ts Like when hitch brings up ants fantasy team for optic and you can see formals cogs turning at 42:30

[@drewkinnell3328]

Formals face is literally like "thats such a god squad" lmaoo

[@markpeckii7493]

lmao, maniac said “whose making this squad” formal saying “me” 👀 imagine shotzzy leaked it 😂

[@omarreda6966]

One of the best episodes you've had! You guys did so good!!

[@mattegnomeo]

Love to see that Formal is in much better shape than a few years ago ♥

[@zacharywillard4517]

Great interview, and insight from Formal! Excited to see the upcoming Optic God Squad in action!

[@slip_n_slide8731]

It's awesome to see Matt's pov in this situation and his honest thoughts on going forward. Whatever it will be, we will watch in awe like always FormaL 💚

[@KalebLabbe]

NiaC Lookin fresh. My personal favorite personality in OpTic. I can't wait to move to dallas and go to an event to meet these guys.

[@CODKenny1]

This is probably the only episode I fully listened to but man this was good. Tough to see Formal feeling this way but he’s gotta know the fans love him and are proud of him.

[@AnInfamousSen]

keep your head up Matt, tough ass year but the wins will come, get that squad and well be back on top

[@TennisGvy]

Hecz needs to hire his roster a therapist

[@TurboFist0]

They legit could make use of a sports psychologist. Finishing 2nd 6 events in a row is definitely not a skill issue, but more of a mental one that a SP could help them break through.

[@TennisGvy]

@@TurboFist0 Yep, my thoughts exactly. I'm into tennis and Andy Murray went from like 0-3 to 3-5 in GS finals after he brought one on. It's definitely not a silver bullet, but I'm sure there is something mental when you've lost 6 in a row.

[@PO10TUL]

@@TennisGvyIga Swiatek also has a sports psychologist on her team

[@bolt8242]

Astralis the best cs team ever had a team therapist good call

[@WagyuWok]

That would actually be a great idea ngl

[@timtaylor4752]

Man, Formals face talking about that world's loss shows he is so invested in winning and it still hurts.

[@randomstuff7945]

Feel for formal. His emotions felt so real and honest. Good podcast

[@iCommentBelow]

So good! Great questions as always, Niac & Hitch!

[@ryanswift4072]

Loved this episode, shout out the 3 of you. Will support Formal whatever he wants to do next.

[@gurthbrooks1349]

OpTic Bible study would go hard 👀

[@Officialjoed]

I totally get what Formal was saying about trying to be the one to motivate the team, but honestly I don’t think that should be his job. Every player needs to figure out their own "why"-something bigger than just wanting to be the best or making money. When things get tough, that personal motivation alone isn’t enough to pull the whole team through. Plus, putting that responsibility on Formal isn’t fair. If the other players aren’t bringing their own motivation, it’ll end up eating at him and making him wonder what he could have done differently. When really it was never his job to begin with. Each player has to be responsible for their own drive. Formal can definitely help tap into that and bring it out, but only if the players know their "why" first. If I were him going next into next year, I'd make sure the people around me know why the heck they're on that stage. So when they're in the grand finals getting smacked, they have that desire inside of them to bring out a greater version of themselves and come back.

[@hemirizvi6585]

Every player on that stage has there why and they know what it is. Formal is a rare player who has the expierience and knowledge of the physical and mental triggers and requirements that few player poses. This is the very epitomy of elite this is the difference between the best player and the greatest. Asking him not to wear that bourdon and to not try synchronize that part of his mind with the overall gameplay youd be asking him to be normal and Formal is indeed great.

[@Officialjoed]

​@@hemirizvi6585I hear what you're saying and agree, what I'm saying Is for him to feel like he's trying to will his team to win is something that shouldn't be his sole responsibility. That has to be the players, and formal can bring that out of people but he can't make people have the desire.

[@markpeckii7493]

this is why i hope frosty and formal team up. I swear, when on point, them two locked would be insane 😂

[@SecretPaints]

Nah, the team needs to be renegade, formal, suppressed and either deadzone/snakebite/lastshot

[@dean5988]

123 episodes and this one is by far the best

[@DovaG3]

I love when formal is on the pod. He might be the goat of podcasting too

[@deLAchrys]

Formal you are him. 🐐

[@Durangoking]

Formal forever goated!!! Support you 100% no matter what you do.

[@rxcmxrt]

Formal had highest accuracy, kills per game, and damage per game on OpTic at worlds. man played lights out

[@Underscore_YT]

Formal is right when he says he was playing insane all year. He has aged like fine wine and the only way for him to go out is on top. This motivation, plus a lil bit of gym/health grind and this man will be unstoppable

[@carlosf1337]

H4F, we see formal and we click. Its really nice to see the thought of a dominant player after a tough season

[@thetopfootycoach]

Formal just has the right attitude, he's there to win.

[@PuReGhOsTT]

Love watching these while at work! ❤

[@Renzocee]

Best pod , always listening during my work day 🤞🏽🔥

[@ChefMason]

Dude letting formal just go was great to listen to. You could really feel it when he said he has to get first. He really is zeroed in 1st or nothing.

[@JetSkiDessie]

FORMAL FOR PRESIDENT!!! it's nice to hear the man let out his feelings

[@t-bone8333]

Good closing Nick, well said

[@JulianSnow]

We NEED to figure out what the deal with Eco is. I’ve always wondered what he’s bringing to the table, never doubting that he’s bringing what’s needed

[@eddieshi5535]

I think all combinations of teams Formal is thinking of include Renegade. imo its gonna be Renegade and Frosty as a Duo joining Optic and they pick up Cykul or LastShot to be their 4th, Formal as team captain

[@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx9656]

lol

[@TurboFist0]

Lay off the white powder my man

[@freedomwriter6942]

Guy just speaks like a winner man, humble always wants more

[@Youngezquire]

Man is the GOAT 🐐💯 You are the most inspiring FPS player, always improving to be the best 💯🐐 thank you for the many years or absolute dominance!!!

[@Holy_Kebab]

Y’all need Eco on the flycast asap

[@genjidora8742]

if halo was a subject in universities, eco and stellur would be professors

[@mickiib]

i love Matt, no matter what his next plan is i'm supporting

[@LarryBird-t9b]

eco is also the most underrated player in infinite by a mile

[@dey4890]

This lowkey broke my heart a little because you can see how much losing bothers Formal. It got to the point where he was blaming himself and just seeing that emotion on his face was tough. He's a legend and I hope he regains from this

[@47frames]

top 3 ep of all time. Great stuff fellas, you can really tell formal wears it all on his sleeve. He will get right and find success again, the elite always do. Keep going.

[@khubbyz8886]

Loved this. GL to Matt and the guys regardless where they end up. Always OpTic 💚

[@brianmeeker5786]

Eco is stupid underrated bc he’s a great role player. He knows when to make moves and is a big brain player. He puts down damage and doesn’t give a shit about stats. The perfect role player in a game that requires it.

[@tonydang1832]

I truly hoped that Formal would've won this ring and ended his legendary career in Esports with a big win. He can definitely still do it I hope, 2nd place for 6 events in a row could've easily changed to a few 1st places if some things went a different direction. Hoping for the best

[@briantewhaiti1871]

Formal will always be the GOAT in my eyes, love the work fella's

[@CathrineRanah]

Your videos always bring so much positivity and good mood. Thank you for your humorous talent and bright energy!🛹❣️🦀

[@Shadowbandit]

Phenomenal episode boys

[@Rianwmeeks]

Manifesting a formal lucid renegade frosty roster right now

[@anarchy6417]

FormaL Trippy renegade frosty

[@Rianwmeeks]

@@anarchy6417 why trippy over lucid lol. I’d imagine Matt is talking about trippy and or deadzone when he’s saying people are losing too many fights and giving them confidence.

[@joshowens330]

Not happening. It’s clear Formal and Lucid weren’t on the same page by everything Formal has said. It will be some form of Frosty, Renegade, Royal 2, Cykul, Suppressed. It also may depend on if Lunchbox stays coach. If he isn’t the Royal 1 and 2 may come as a pair.

[@anarchy6417]

@@Rianwmeeks Lucid is great when he is on but most of the time he is stagnant on the map. Lucid is a great igl but i think FormaL could easily fill that role and give his team confidence. Formal really just needs slayers like FaZe and SSG and i think they could be great. But im not on the team so I really have no idea just throwing shit at the wall and hoping it sticks fr.

[@Rianwmeeks]

@@joshowens330 I agree

[@PurpIsGold]

We love Formal and all of OpTic forsure! I wish I was as good as formal to help with his frustration bro I would go so hard for the team if I can perform top tier💯🔥

[@Slayriide]

Huge W. We love formal.

[@Beatz301]

Nice outro Nick, well said

[@kunalgupta9713]

If the dynasty vs Texas series had done multiple cods and included any of the jet packs this man would have FRIED.

[@taylormarshall3982]

Formal is so uncomfortable yet owning it the entire interview he really is contemplating all his option's

[@Dezidolla]

Forget god squad this is a god pod. Much thanks for this level of BTS candor, Formie and crew.

[@genjidora8742]

It's a game of decisions and eco just always makes the right ones. he does exactly what he needs to do to win

[@R1ZZyD1ZZy2]

Formal is looking fit by the looks of his legs -pause-…keep being healthy, bro 🤜🏽🤛🏼…best wishes, dawg 🫡

[@wyuls]

Love to see formal hungry. Of lucid leaves I’ll be super bummed but I’m always rocking with Matt.

[@ZurccSzN]

When it’s all said and done formal is one of the best fps players of all time. It’s crazy to see after 10+ years of competitive play and he still has the same fire.

[@tylerbeckwith5331]

This was historic! Thank you guys for this video. A great discussion with the goat.

[@jf3586]

I love formal. What a legend

[@juanlopez-tj9gg]

Formal is the Kobe of eSports

[@Dabull81]

God do I love this man

[@Mhafiki]

Need one of these with both Scump and Formal, feel like scump's competitive insight would've been very constructive to this convo

[@aronianspigonian8589]

Really good idea actually. Nice

[@anarchy6417]

I feel like FormaL needed to get this off his chest.