Is This My FINAL Video?

Shmup Junkie! Your Final Video? Say it ain't so! We need our fix of Every Shoot Em Up Reviewed, Best of and rare arcade and classic gaming, video game history & nostalgia! What about all the new and upcoming games for 2024!
Is this the end? NO! A Reboot? Not exactly. It's time for this channel to evolve and become something more. Are you already creating fantastic content but just can't get enough traction or views? Are you an indie developer who wants to put together authentic, deep dives on your game and mechanics, but don't have a way of showing it to the world? Now you have a channel! And the community will not only help decide on the
best content and ideas to hit the channel, but also hopefully contribute in it's creation.
If you're an indie developer, content creator, or want to contribute, join the Shmup Junkies Discord at: / discord
We have a dedicated channel and topics for contributing, collaborating, and much more.

[@ShmupJunkie]

Is this the end? NO! A Reboot? Not exactly. It's time for this channel to evolve and become something more. Shmup Junkie is now Shmup JUNKIES! Are you already creating fantastic content but just can't get enough traction or views? Are you an indie developer who wants to put together authentic, deep dives on your game and mechanics, but don't have a way of showing it to the world? Now you have a channel! And the community will not only help decide on the best content and ideas to hit the channel, but also hopefully contribute in it's creation. Shmup Junkies will now be your spotlight. Looking to join in and collaborate as a creator? Join our discord and the new Shmup Junkies Reboot Topic for how to get started. discord.gg/KY6Q8JZfeT Not only do I still plan to post the occasional high production value, passion projects that I enjoy so much, but now Shmup Junkies will have more curated content for everyone courtesy of our community. To collaborate with others, spice up videos, and get you more regular monthly updates of upcoming games and more. There's a lot in the works and plenty of excited creators looking to jump on board. This is a grand experiment and nobody knows how it'll ultimately work out. But I'm excited to give it our best effort and see what we can accomplish!

[@MarquisDeSang]

I still jerk of to your PC-Engine shmups videos twice a year. If it does provide more shump content, I will be happy, but I hop you will come once in a while. You are the best friend that I never had (in my imagination)

[@ShmupJunkie]

@@MarquisDeSang lol, well I do the same to my collection so no shame 🤣. I keed I keed. Yes sir I hope to keep making my own projects too as time permits. You can look forward to it.

[@TexasHollowEarth]

Yo Junkie, you + The Electric Underground are my go-to shooting game channels. I seen you are a supporter over there 😎👍

[@narf571]

I think as long as you can maintain a high standard of content it will work. Some of the smaller channels while I like the subject the content is just not very good.

[@jszekerj]

Dude, this is a cool idea and you deserve the break. So many great videos that are some of the best shooter content on YT, easily! I remember seeing the early draft for your Ninja Gaiden video and that seemed like just the other day. The channel grew so well and your hard work and passion shows, man.

[@TheElectricUnderground]

This is such an interesting idea! I know a lot of us will miss your shmup junkie video making magic which no one will be able to capture the same way you did, but this is a really innovative way to use the channel you've built. :-)

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks man. And I do still hope to release my own passion projects throughout the year as well... though I'd love to involve others a lot more... kind of like I did with you on the Every SNES Shooter video. Anything I can get the community collaborating on I'll take advantage of.

[@SpidersSTG]

@@ShmupJunkie Might be the most exciting part of this is seeing where you take it. You opened this one with “Survive”, but I think that’ll be the “Silver Lining” :)

[@TheElectricUnderground]

​@@ShmupJunkieyes that vid was so fun! I ll def come up with something fun to pitch in 😊

[@METR0lD]

We are all shmup junkies in the end!

[@thomasroehrman7587]

Your avatar is super familiar. I feel like I know you from the distant past or something. Perhaps its just because its very Newgrounds.

[@pedrogabrielribeiro8857]

the dedication to the quality of your content is truly inspiring, there's no way I would know so much about the classic games and their behind the scenes without it

[@Kneefoil]

That's worrying. I'll stick around to see how it all pans out, but rarely if ever have I seen content aggregation from multiple sources like this being advisable.

[@PikaStu666]

I hope you can keep producing videos, your presentation style is brilliant and rewatching your older videos is extremely cathartic. All the best with the channel and other endeavours. Us Junkie junkies will be here for whatever you offer 🤘

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thank you. And yes, I still would love to make my usual passion projects and anything else that strikes my fancy. I just didn't like the idea of forcing anything out or only posting once every 3-4 months with how much work they take. So the idea of getting the community involved and more content for everyone was exciting for me. Let's see where it goes.

[@cd4playa1245]

You should still do a super awesome video once every 3-4 months or so. You basically made several documentaries.

[@sixtyfivekills4543]

Looking forward to new content, you and Electric Underground managed to convince me to get into shmups. I've been getting into classic arcade titles over the years, and I mostly ignored shmups since my beginnings with them were.... not good due to knockoff consoles being my first impression of them. But then I watched you cover Capcom Arcade Stadium, Progear and Giga Wing got my attention, and man were the games good. So thank you, I have a new genre to explore now.

[@ShmupJunkie]

You're very welcome man. It was Mark at EU that helped get me started here on YT and I owe him a lot and love his channel as well. I

[@andogamer1]

Change can be hard to accept but glad this channel is not going away. I hope all the best to the other content creators. I hope they bring great stuff to this channel. I'm ready for more great content. Bring it on!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks man, support always means a lot. Especially when trying something pretty radical and new like this. But I've been watching and enjoying some great content lately by others, wishing their hard work and passion could get more exposure. I'm hoping this helps get their work out to a lot more people. We've got a handful already jumping on board that I'm excited to showcase.

[@chadwickjdillon]

You are a hero, junkie. This is a big move, and an even bigger idea. I can't wait to see what we all manage to make together. This channel rules.

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks! And yes I'm excited too. Not going in with unrealistic expectations, but at least the intention to give it our best shot and grow it into something people will continue to look forward to.

[@rudeboyspodcast]

Love your positive attitude, and the amount of awesome new games and people you've turned me onto is incalculable. Here's hoping to see more cool stuff in the future!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks. I'm hoping this format will provide a lot more regular updates and content for everyone as well.

[@Phantasiafans]

Shmup Junkie, thanks for sharing your enthusiasm for the genre. Your praise of Eschatos got me back into playing Shmups after decades (I started with Space Invaders and Defender on the Atari 2600 and did not play a lot until recently). All the best for you!

[@GojiGuy]

This is such a fantastic idea! I love the idea of a community run channel and it's nice to see a new positive space for shmup community members to share and grow. I'll definitely be sending over some vids!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Hey dude! Thanks as always and for all your support in the past. Let's see what we can all do together. A discord topic is already up for everyone to share their ideas and get help.

[@ty_wilkins]

Thank you for everything you have done. Your Cotton Reboot video was the first one I saw, and I happily jumped into the rabbit hole from there. The next evolution of the channel will be interesting to see. BTW, one mannerism I took from you is when you explain Dominating The Screen with the handslap. your tutorials have helped other I know as well. Thank you again.

[@ShmupJunkie]

You're very welcome man, and thank you for supporting the new idea. I know not everyone will be on board, but I love the idea of helping spotlight so many other passionate players and creators in the community. I'm excited to do our best and make this work.

[@Hausbrauen]

It's wonderful to see you doing everything you can to keep this incredible one-of-a-kind channel going to the best of your ability. Would still LOVE to see that 'Every Shmup Reviewed' video for Saturn and/or PSX someday, but I'll happily support similarly-themed content here either way! Thank you.

[@Hamburgaga]

i hope this isnt gonna go south, cause i really enjoy ur videos

[@ShmupJunkie]

We gonna learn today! 😆 I hope so too.

[@benjaminbeltran7004]

I appreciate the gesture but i come here for you specifically.

[@GameplayandTalk]

Interesting idea. I am pretty picky about who I follow and what shows up in my sub feed, but I'll give it a try and see what this is all about. It reminds me of the early days of retro gaming internet video sites (like RetrowareTV) where there were user submission sections, except now everything will be on a singular KZbin channel. Best of luck, I hope it works out!

[@randomhagile9056]

You did alot for us through your channel. Love it and cant wait to see this next chapter. Now, let me get my fix!

[@magmamaster1801]

The real Shmup Junkies are the friends we are about to make along the way.

[@neonnwave1]

Here's a free video idea for the channel or anyone who wishes to contribute to Shmup Junkies: A review on the OVA 'Salamander' (1988), which is an anime adaptation of the NES shmup game 'Life Force' (known as 'Salamander' in Japan) that is in the same universe as 'Gradius'.

[@robertlawrence9000]

I love your content and always looked forward to new videos you posted. I really hope there are people who submit content to you so the channel can keep going.

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks! And yes, we already have people jumping on board and excited to contribute. And of course I will still contribute while doing my best to get others involved in what I'm working on.

[@Sinn0100]

I don't know man....I'm with you no matter what. However, this worries me. I know I haven't been here as much as I'd like because...I just work so much. At any rate, I'm here for you and the channel. Let's see how this shakes loose.

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks dude. I admit it's a grand experiment, but I think it's one worth going for. Sometimes a rad idea in concept isn't always going to work out in practice. But we will give it our best shot. And your support is always appreciated.

[@davidbuckingham8046]

Your enthusiasm and positivity is infectious, thank you for all you've done!

[@VinuShmup]

That's an excellent idea! I need to make some English content and maybe send you some of my videos 😁. Also super hype with all Saturn and Famicom Shooters videos ❤

[@mikef8846]

Love your work and energy. Your video editing is amazing.

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks! We'll do our best to maintain the highest standard here while opening things up to spotlight so many other cool creators.

[@olblueyes7670]

I subbed to this channel for two reasons...my love of Shmups and the charismatic way you present them. I had noticed the output was dwindling from this channel and was worried about the health of the creator, but glad to see high quality content will continue in the future. Wishing you all the best.

[@then1533]

Thanks for an incredible run of awesome content and the time and passion you've put into it.Thanks to you and others the shmup scene is in a much healthier place than it was when this channel began imho.I think the future looks bright and there's a ton of great gamesout there that deserve way more exposure so Im on board to check the content out. All the best SJ and the future looks bright imho

[@brunoborne90]

Junkie you're truly the GOAT. Thank you so much for all the love you've invested on your content ❤

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks man. Especially for your support. It's really everyone that enjoys the content that keeps the channel going strong.

[@PXAbstraction]

You've done an amazing job so far my dude and turning it over the community is a really cool idea. Looking forward to seeing what's next. My channel's never gained any traction, but I'm not sure if I have the means to keep content going anyway. Still debating that. Great job man!

[@charlieg6913]

What a cool idea. I like that "just walking away" wasn't an option for you. That's some true dedication right there. 💪

[@MegaDeth859]

I appreciate you, Junk. I appreciate the time, pain and everything you've done to make your channel entertaining. I wish you and this channel nothing but success. Thank you

[@nmnate]

Can't wait for your channel to expand further! Your mega drive content has really inspired me to play more of the 16-bit classics. I've got my eye set on the Saturn, though... I'm just waiting you to put out a compendium of the full library. 🙃

[@digitalworms]

Man as always I've loved the channel! You have never let us down! Thanks for all ya do bro!

[@DawnHibiki]

Thank you so much for the shmup videos! I still love shmups even to this day!

[@rickylovesyou]

I think your videos are spectacular bro. I would like your take on other genres. There's so many out there and your taste in gaming has parity with mine. Good job! Thanks for the videos!

[@michielkroder4031]

Bittersweet video! Your videos are so joyful and resonate so much with me and many others. To any (indie) shmup dev: having seen the positive effect of ShmupJunkie shining a spotlight on our game (Schildmaid MX) I would urge anyone to take the man up on his generous offer to host great video content you can produce, with or without help. As we've experienced in the pasty year or so, marketing a 2D shooter is hooaarrd. There aren't very many outlets that are interested in giving you the time of day. Even in the indie sphere, people just prefer to cover platformers, roguelites, metroidvanias, roguelite metroidvania platformers or anything other than shoot 'em ups, really. So getting tens of thousands of eyes on your game, from people who are already interested in the genre in the fist place is a massive deal.

[@lazydesmond8240]

I had fun watching! Im sure I'll be rewatching your content for years to come. Thanks for the reviews, they've helped me find some pretty great games

[@Spinozin]

Dear Junkie, know this, no one can do it like you. Your compilation format videos cant be touched. They are golden. If you do one every 5 years thats fine. Take your personal family time. Hopefully your vision grows. I'll support it, but know this, no one does it like you. Its been a blast xxx

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks man, very much appreciated. And no illusions, we don't expect everyone to make crazy high prod. value videos. And I still will look forward to making my own too. Even my own videos were super basic and low tech in the beginning, but people enjoyed something about them and got hooked. That's what we're looking for.

[@VolumeZombie]

Your positivity and energy are what drove me to your channel (and got me playing more shooters), and I love the idea of finding other creators who share that ethos to further expand that community. While I'll miss your singular voice, I think this is a great idea for a step forward. I hope that this will give you a little more breathing space in terms of free time, and I look forward to seeing the sort of work that gets shared here! Thanks for everything, Junkie. I'm excited to see what's to come!

[@gregorys9629]

I've been here since your TurboGrafx mini reviews - have always enjoyed your content and good luck going forward!

[@liublanka3925]

I mostly watch this channel to see which shooter games I should play. I have a full MAME romset among others. It’s too many to play them all, so I need a best of lists. I hope this channel focuses on obscure top tier shooters still at least

[@Sakf504]

Came here just to say thank you, thank you so much for the awesome content you made over the years and the sheer passion you showed for the genre in all of them. Your channel definitely helped me discover some games that ended up as personal favorites of mine as well as revisiting and appreciating more others that I already knew. I'm definitely looking forward to the new direction this channel is taking.

[@andycarter1089]

Really enjoyed your content - especially the history of the PC Engine stuff - a console which has a special place in my heart! - good luck with this! : )

[@bassboostedgamemusic]

Rebranding is so tricky! I have considered to change the name of my channel because I am barely focusing on boosting up bass levels lately but on the other hand it is a nice catchy thing to differentiate from the oversaturated game music channel situation. Similarly I would see your channel name and feel the love you have for shmups at a glance so I think it is cool you have found this way to evolve at the right timing!

[@mcspiffy5843]

Great idea, hope it goes well for you and all involved. Big fan of all you guys, looking forward to it and best of luck!

[@ShmupJunkie]

I hope so too! And thank you for the support, it's always appreciated.

[@gon9684]

Very interesting idea!! I hope that this channel keeps growing and blows up with interesting creators and content!

[@countbananula]

Legit top 5 gaming channels of all time. I'm excited to see where it goes. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@TheAufziehvogel]

I love this channel and rarely step up to speak a few words. My thoughts on this one are conflicted. On paper, this sounds like a brillant idea. But there is conflict potential especially when it comes to content copyright and money/revenue, and, trust me, this will be an upcoming problem. Most of your subs are here for your content, of course everyone has to respect your decision. But I think there is too much room for problems behind this idea. If it works out in the end I will be glad to revise my concerns.

[@SirnaMJr]

I'll support whatever project you do because your content is forever awesome ...much love from Memphis, TN bro

[@RewdanSprites]

Thanks for keeping me entertained Shmup junkie! I look forward to seeing how things turn out. Good luck with everything & much love.

[@double-helix-22x22y]

Noooooo, shmup junkie! You were our bread and butter, a save haven 4 all the remaining shmup lovers on youtube! I personally truly enjoyed your quality content and knowledge about said genre, the true granddaddy of video games. Too bad good things have to change, they always do. I hope this channel can survive and keep up the quality you provided. Somehow I doubt it. You know what they say, too many cooks spoil the broth. All the best to you.

[@dexocube]

Bro your channel has inspired me with your passion for shmups, and some of your videos have improved (slightly) how I play them. I like communities of positive people passionate about playing games, of course I'm gonna stick around, no question.

[@InitialDL84]

Awesome idea man! Gonna miss your videos but I'm curious to what the community will bring to the channel as well! And I'll be waiting patiently for the 'Every Sega Saturn Shump' video too!

[@SandroSensei]

I dont know about this. We’re here for you man. I want your content not someone else’s. I’m willing to wait for your videos, but YOU are the reason I’m here.

[@NL0Gwenster]

1st of all, ofc I'm sorry to hear that you're so busy with other things that you can't make these cool videos (which you obviously love doing! You've got the passion) - but yeah life happens. However you've got quite an excellent idea lined up to turn the channel over to the community; as long as you make sure you do a great job of curating what you post on the channel; i'm sure we will all be in for a treat in the near future.Take care !

[@dryker7085]

Interesting... will stay tuned. Shmup Junkie's content is still, probably, my favorite content on KZbin about retro gaming. But, I'd be lying if I didn't say I'd been wondering why there hasn't been as much of late. Must say, I'm hugely thankful for this channel introducing me to The Electric Underground. That dude's legit! Just wore my Shmup Life shirt to my arcade builder's shop yesterday. Fuckin' love that shirt!

[@RetroManiac7777]

Bro you make the channel great with your excitement and funny character. Man 😢

[@AanishnaabeAllTheWay]

Happy to hear u are keeping up retro gaming love. Im new to channel ñ looking forward to great content from the best gamers there are,retro gamers❤❤🎉😁👍🏼

[@jakek5417]

It's a really innovative idea. I think it will work, but I will miss your videos my man. You have made some great videos over the years.

[@ezeepeezy]

This is a really neat idea of yours, and although I’m sad to hear that we will see less of your brilliant content, I’m happy to see that this channel will live on! Seasons change and it’s just a natural thing to expect that nothing can last forever, so I am thankful for the many amazing videos you’ve made and great conversations we’ve had over the years! I wish only the best for you and your family, don’t be a stranger to my IG DM’s, my friend!!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks my friend. Regardless of where this all goes and takes the channel, I'll enjoy being part of the community. Here's to hoping a convention get together is still sometime in the future. Covid derailed a lot but it always sounded like a good time.

[@truthhurts6343]

will stick around to see where this is going but I followed the channel because of you

[@mrpostalftw8209]

I genuinely give thanks to you and The Electric Underground. I discovered your content a month ago, and his around the same time while watching the Xbox 360 episode of your most brutal shmup series. Before then I had just got Raiden IV during Golden Week sale, and It seemed my sweet tooth for shooters was really pecking after well over a decade and some change. I hopped on KZbin on the big screen during my spare time, searched, and the rest was history. Slowly but surely building up the collection with Dangun Feveron, Battle Garegga, Strikers 1945 collection, and with more in the mere future such as Gunbird. The 101 vids helped me get a fret for shmuping in style. So hyped for the next big step, im sure its going to have plenty of high scores to go around. Smoke em while you got em yo. 😎🤝 have a good one.

[@RetroGamerBrasil]

What a fantastic idea! I can’t wait to see it!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thank you my friend. It’s been wonderful watching your channel blow up as well!

[@RetroGamerBrasil]

@@ShmupJunkie 👊👊👊

[@rafaellima83]

I love how the "Entire community" is a bunch of people I know because that's a picture from a Brazilian retro-gaming meeting :P Good luck for the new era of the channel :D I'm looking forward to see how this goes. This is one of the very few channels that I actually subscribe :D

[@ShmupJunkie]

It’s such an awesome photo I had to use it!

[@gaminglakitu]

This is a very interesting idea to put into action. I was already willing to wait for a long time for new videos from you because your videos are always interesting to watch, but I think that being able to let other use your channel to have their content showcased. I hope everyone that makes content for the channel is able to make them like you do quality and subject wise, because your videos along side Bullet Heaven are what have gotten me interesting in this genre, and I know that there are people out there that help to continue to do much the same.

[@mitchfindergeneral]

You helped me nurture my newfound love of shmups. Thank you. I look forward to seeing where this goes. Maybe we'll all find some new favorite creators!

[@shmuproom1293]

Super cool direction for your channel!pretty unique!💪

[@BrunoFonsecaPT]

I suck at Shmups, but your channel has rekindled my love for this genre! Thanks for all the work you have done and for sharing the passion!

[@ViperAcidZX]

I want to say thank you for the content and contributions you've done for the shmup community. Your videos brighten up my day when I need to remind myself when passionate people bring their love of something in the best way possible can inspire others. Your shoot 'em up tips videos has also helped me helped improved my skills as a very rookie shoot 'em up player (if I'm being honest about myself) to make some noticeable progress in playing some more challenging shooters. I wish the best of luck to you and this channel, and thank you for being an all around cool dude.

[@BubblegumCrash332]

Shmup Junkies will be like the Voltron of Shmup creators.

[@nekonekopanicnekonekopanic7335]

you're amazing what a cool thing really goanna help the community.

[@streetmagik3105]

Very excited to see what's next Shmup Junkies!

[@darktetsuya]

been wondering what you've been up to lately. this will definitely lead to some cool additions to the content, I'm sure! looking forward to seeing what's next.

[@Exlee-dq9uo]

What a great concept my friend! I have loved your channel since the beginning as your passion for shmups was infectious! Particularly the pc-engine/tg-16 content. Your 2 part documentary on the pc-engine was one of the best videos I've ever seen on youtube. Highlighting it's strength through the lens of expandability was genius. Also the 16-bit shooter showdown was so well done and fun! I truly wish you the best and am looking forward to the new content! Godspeed!

[@Nyah420]

Just found this channel a couple of weeks ago. You scared me there for a second. Glad to know the channel is alive! 🙌

[@thewingedavenger1007]

The channel is awesome - thanks for all the great videos! I'm looking forward to what you and the others do in the future.

[@quentinjacquemart4567]

Man, I just want to say I love you and what you've been doing so far. I felt in love with Toaplan because of your video where you reviewed every Toaplan game. Such a great content.

[@PaulConnor1978]

Great to hear you're not going anywhere and sounds like the channel will still grow as it should. I'm a solo indie developer and recently started to love making shmups. I'd be very interested in getting some exposure for my Gradius inspired modern shooter (Energy Fighters) and my upcoming new 1943 inspired shooter (Eagles of World War 2). Demo's are available on STEAM if anyone wants to check them out ;-)

[@DavideNastri]

I am so thankful for your amazing work. The care, the love, the broad and deep knowledge you shared... Loved every second. So, first things first: thanks! Now, being selfish about the future... I hope to see more videos :D

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks for the support. You're very welcome. And you'll definitely be seeing more videos. Our job is to keep the quality high and people looking forward to new drops.

[@Mingodough]

This is how Timmy overtook the channel. Seems like an interesting idea, can’t wait to see how it pans out

[@ShmupJunkie]

If Timmy ever takes the reigns it'll be Fortnite central!

[@therealwrathchild8164]

Thank You for all you have done for us. I will still watch and rewatch all of your videos. Again thank you 🤘🤘

[@TheSocialGamer]

I am so excited to see how this change evolves... you have been my means of comfort and joy while I went through multiple surgeries so while bedridden I was binging on your amazing videos. I will never forget those moments in my life. I truly wish you all the best...! Much Respect Brother! I'll be here as long as you are!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks man. And thank you for all the support. It's always awesome to hear when my content helps others out through tough times. It even helped me out through some while making a lot of it. So I really hope we can keep a good thing rolling even if it will be different than before.

[@jasonangeles3765]

i was wearing my SJ shirt yesterday and i was just thinking when your next video would drop.. sad about the end of your regular content but i'm excited to see what the community brings! thanks for everything!!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Ha! I knew some of those shirts were out in the wild. I still look forward to producing my own passion projects here too, but it's definitely going to focus on the community now. So we'll do our best to keep the quality high and worth everyone tuning in.

[@ThoughtformsOfTheSubconsciousM]

I've been eagerly waiting and anticipating the every Saturn shooter video for what feels like forever now, so this news is disheartening to me. However, at the same time, I want to thank you for all of the amazing content you've created over the years for the community! I understand that life takes unexpected twists and turns and totally get where you're coming from, so I wish you well! You did drop me a bit of hope, though that maybe one day I might finally get that Saturn video of my dreams!🤞 Thank you and good luck SJ 👍

[@gianniloscapolo]

Great idea, I really hope it will work out but if it won't it would still be a good try. Looking forward to the first videos from the community, and yours whenever they will be ready

[@buckchuckgaming597]

Thank you for making, in my opinion, some of the highest quality content on all of KZbin. I understand not having much free time. My kids are 2 and 4 and free time is extremely limited right now. Take care of yourself and I’m sure the community won’t let you down. I’ll be here for the entire ride and hope to see you personally post again down the road

[@kumrogames]

Awesome update and so amazing what you continue to do for the shmup community! What an amazing journey this channel has been on and seems like it's just getting started! very exciting news sir!

[@ShmupJunkie]

Right! It's only been a few years if that. My channel is young by comparison. Unfortunately I'm getting old haha

[@johnrussell8086]

All the best with this project. I'm not a content creator but I'd love to see developers have that opportunity to show their games mainly because of the saturation and this channel will be the filter for stuff I enjoy. As for you, thank you. You've been a gem on KZbin. What ever you are doing outside of KZbin I wish you all the best and find balance. I'm sure like many of your viewers we will hold you to that Every Saturn shooter.😅 Shump community you have been handed a valuable asset. Let's make Junkie proud 😊

[@thevideogamecabinet3681]

Awesome proposal! I started making KZbin videos last year, but it’s just me reading my reviews of games in front of my collection, lol. I need to figure out how to edit in some gameplay footage.

[@ShmupJunkie]

When you're ready and up for it, we will have a discord topic with people looking for help and others to help out and contribute. We all had to up our game at some point to compete with so many other videos out there.

[@karnovjunior]

Glad to see you're still around man. Been wondering whatever to happened to you. Yeah getting views for shmup related content has always been tough for me. That's why I been focusing on unboxing re-released retro games and other weird gadgets on my channel now. Also the snobbery going on at Discord has kinda turned me off from the shmup community. I seen people put down beginners there and I found that disgusting. Thanks for everything you have done SJ. Thanks to you I've been appreciating shmups more than I ever did.

[@ShmupJunkie]

You’re welcome man. And in the future, any time you’re looking for a welcoming shmup discord without the snobbery and elitism you are welcome in ours. That doesn’t get tolerated much there.

[@jeffreysalem2735]

I think this is a really cool direction to take things in. I can't wait to see the results.

[@Vulpas]

Pretty cool, I'm still looking forward to your stuff too.

[@st1ka]

Oh damn this is such an interesting idea. Good luck man :D

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks buddy. We'll need it! But we do have a lot of folks on board to help make this something worth tuning in for. Been great to see your channel take off too. Keep it up!

[@KenjiEspresso]

Your collection is insane!

[@Isteak80]

This is a fascinating idea, I am happy to see how the experiment goes.

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks! Me too haha. It's exciting enough to be worth putting our best into. If it takes off it could really be something special.

[@realguitarthur]

This is awesome!!! #RETROGAMING4EVER :)

[@msolom9521]

Interesting move, maybe not for my skills, but curious about the next step, friend

[@cosmosofinfinity]

First we got Ridley Scott's Shmup Junkie Next we got James Cameron's Shmup JunkieS

[@ShmupJunkie]

Haha, I see what you did there. I admit I'm partial to the sequel since I was just the right age when it released. Never did have someone mistake me for a man 😂

[@alopexau]

Well that is certainly an ambitious project, I have no idea if it'll work out or not, but I'll stick by you and see where this ride goes. Best of luck.

[@ShmupJunkie]

No kidding! We are all optimistic but also being realistic. Your support means a lot and we'll do our best to make it worthwhile for everyone.

[@oldfan4049]

Yay!!.. Wow, what an emotional rollercoaster that video was..! o0 I was like "The End? NOOOOOOOOOoooooo...!" and then it suddenly became so inspiring and wholesome. Great move, Ilyusha, great move!)) Hope, it'll work out in the end^^)

[@ShmupJunkie]

Thanks dude! Me too! And you're the only one that can call me by my original name ; )

[@oldfan4049]

​@@ShmupJunkie hehe, the privilege^^))