That Dragon, Cancer 2016 Game Awards Acceptance Speech

[@psyrenxiii]

My room is full of ninjas cutting onions.

[@maizeandblue5102]

Sarah Wanamaker Tell Naruto to gtfo!

[@davecrupel2817]

Sorry :(

[@kylecastaneda8265]

your comment made me smile during his speech

[@Rusted_Obsidian]

Fuck that shit I was fucking CRYING

[@Yourlibrarian]

Sarah Wanamaker goddammit they made it to my house.

[@Lune.Prince]

guy had me in tears

[@jennifercarroll5487]

Anthony Morado same

[@LunaKittyfox]

Anthony Morado same

[@mltd8690]

same here

[@ptandor]

That guy is joel’s dad

[@rc.statik]

Same

[@prezthompkins2111]

At first I was excited, and then I caught a glimpse of his face as he was approaching the stage. That is raw emotion right there. This man is still hurting. This really, really was a gracious acceptance.

[@sleepingdogpro]

When you lose your kid, every time you think about them is close to the first pang of grief. My parents are still like that, years after my brother's death. Bring him up and they still weep. It never leaves you.

[@hm6134]

When a man or woman loses a child, that person loses a part of who they are as a person. And yes he will always be hurting, it's hard not to hurt over a child. Seeing his eyes for a second is enough to be able to see how torn he is. I admire him because despite what happened, he's keeping it together for his other children and spouse and mainly, himself. May things get better for them. And may Joel rest in paradise.

[@nicholassullivan1239]

😭😭😭😭

[@dilloncolelli4486]

PrezThompkins yup I agree bro

[@snelkku2261]

Yeah 0:27 really hit me hard

[@brendanelliotttt]

You can't watch this without crying

[@tro7e]

you can.

[@Banomann]

tro7e not if you have any form of empathy.

[@tro7e]

empathy for what? for speeches?

[@hallmorales]

tro7e did you even pay attention? hello?

[@tro7e]

it makes you think, but not necessarily cry. unless someone tells you it does.

[@XAMS]

(HUGE SMILES) "THAT DRAGON CANCER!" (HUGE SMILES) oh wait

[@douglasbacon2570]

Awkward doesn't even begin to describe that presentation.

[@waveplay3978]

It's like they had no clue what the game was about.

[@RunningBlade2184]

Wave Play they probably didn't

[@RunningBlade2184]

Vicki Derp yes they did, how could they talk shit about this guy before the game was even announced? No cameras had even panned to him before that moment.

[@callmeathousand6232]

This comment section went from okay to fucking retarded in less than a second.

[@RunningBlade2184]

The twitch comments were atrocious when he was making that speech. Everyone who was saying mean things should feel ashamed of themselves.

[@cassiorivers7816]

Dude in the Steam live chat people were spamming things like "HIS SON DESERVED TO DIE" like wtf is wrong with people. Sure it doesn't represent the majority but I swear kids who think it's cool or 'edgey' to just hate on everything or anyone being emotional online probably have no social skills in real life...

[@angelica6025]

The Samurai Cop I cringe at them.... I hope they feel the same pain

[@WeeWeeWermWangStalker]

The Samurai Cop why? his kid died of cancer

[@JeroAstra]

Thank you for exemplifying that.

[@赤青白]

That should be expected from Twitch. The chat is almost always horrible, and I doubt anyone who wrote anything there would feel any kind of shame. You see, Twitch chat is a culmination of memes, edge lords, teenage angst, children and people who just don't give a fuck, all in one dumbster fire of a chat. I got used to it a long time ago. No one cares since the annonimity of the users is absolute, and people tend to show their worst when they know no one sees them, or knows who they are. That's the reality of the internet. The reallity of people.

[@roddboward5167]

That game brought me tears. The man deserves the award and prayers go to his son

[@petitflocon647]

Rodd Boward if god would exist... children like Joel would still be alive.

[@めい-ちゃん-h6p]

@@petitflocon647 Welp Joel is in heaven now.

[@kelkel8990]

loo lolo yes God made assholes like you, so the rest of us look better.

[@stephaniecasson8420]

Kel Kel you deserve an award for that

[@trooperdoo7117]

Rip joel

[@AlexOlinkiewicz]

That speech is the only good thing to come out of this "award show".

[@MrSupa5]

Boogie's speech was good too

[@spacemanbassman1608]

Kojima saying he loved Geof Kieley though...

[@Tomiply]

Kojima? Nolan North's speech? I really don't think you watched the show.

[@AlexOlinkiewicz]

Tomiply Well those speech were good, but they didn't fully struck the heart as much as this Father's speach

[@Tomiply]

Alex Olinkiewicz I agree, but I still thought they were good, and I'm glad I watched them.

[@glhf5922]

who the actual fuck thinks it is a great idea to put dubstep right after such a touching speech that, at the very least, deserves its very own solemn moment. WTF Game Awards you did this to Nintendo legend Satoru Iwata during last year's tribute to him.

[@setsukiFR]

While I understand what you mean, I think this was kind of a smart move. The speech was truly heartfelt and moving, but there are other awards coming, there's a whole audience on the brink of tears, but there are still some awards to celebrate. Breaking the mood is kind of impolite, but the point of this event is to celebrate, not to mourn.

[@setsukiFR]

Chicken yes, a commercial show. isn't that what it was?

[@glhf5922]

I do agree for the most part. I simply wish Game Awards changes the music just for that single transition.

[@davecrupel2817]

GL HF its a corporate event. Suits. Not gamers. Why do you think so few people pay attention to them anymore?

[@jaibruh]

@@lolreadthis yeah, and how about you make a cat emote again while you're at it to kill the mood more.

[@viktoriagallagher2885]

I have two children with terminal illness, and I am so happy that games like That Dragon, Cancer are getting recognition. Things like this bring us together amidst our grief. It reminds us that we are not alone.

[@iforgothowtotype]

Viktoria Klassen Bad genes?

[@iforgothowtotype]

Holy hell I am so fucking sorry I typed that.

[@viktoriagallagher2885]

It is genetic, yes.

[@jess-tq6un]

Viktoria Klassen I'm so so sorry what type of illness is it?

[@euanmaccarthy4617]

Trash .Boat OH WOW WHAT THE HELL THAT WAS SUCH A CHANGE OF HEART

[@hiphopfrogs5085]

This show was a mess, but this brought true light. godbless.

[@赤青白]

Until they played fucking dubstep after his speech. Fucking morons.

[@TimBukTwo]

“It’s not the story we wanted to tell” That line hurts your soul because you know exactly why he said that. TDC is one of the best story’s you will ever see and it is a heavy tear jerker every damn time.

[@juanramaroto6691]

So tough to think he won an award he never would have wanted to win. He would rather never create That Dragon, Cancer because that would mean Joel was still with us. He deserves everything good in life, God bless him.

[@KingOli1999]

That, Dragon, Cancer is one of those games that will send you in tears. A true story about a young boy named Joel Green, diagnosed with cancer and he and his family go through an experience of their lives. It's a game about sadness, hope and love. There is no game out there that can create a lot of emotion than this wonderful game on a true story. Each time we watch or play this game, it'll feel like Joel is with us and that he's a part of us.

[@kid.hudson_]

You haven’t played many video games have you. Especially ones which you play a role in. The Forest is a great example of “Horror Drama”, you’re a father who is looking for his son after surviving a plane crash, towards the end there are many depressing sequences, and just when you think you’ve gotten the happy ending, it just goes dark again. The sequel to The Forest tho, yeah that one ruined my experience with the first one. I won’t say why because it spoils the first one. You should definitely play it. And while true it’s a game based on fiction, a lot of the actions you have to do are pretty realistic and you are left with the question of “Am I doing the right thing”

[@tragicallobster8086]

@@kid.hudson_ rude

[@kid.hudson_]

Tragical Lobster how

[@tragicallobster8086]

@@kid.hudson_ your comparing a experience to games

[@kid.hudson_]

Tragical Lobster Games are experiences you can control.

[@x901madness8]

Never heard of his game but watching his speech made me wanna cry. Grown men cry too.

[@ZeroStako]

Also, try the game. It's rather a interactive experience, not a game. But it's important. The reasons could be seen in the way he told the speech. And prepare to cry. A lot.

[@petrucci15]

watch a play through by markiplier....it will destroy you...

[@ElRifrawad]

-The Mayor from Power-puff Girls

[@shauryasood3212]

petrucci15 jacky boys is sadder

[@MrBlinky10101]

There's your life before you play That Dragon Cancer, and then there's your life after it. You can never go back

[@gasparfreak]

I cried like a little boy when he get up and begin to walk, because i knew how the history ends.

[@petitflocon647]

Diogo Gaspar ... me to...

[@cjsidk719]

What happened?

[@casadogaspar]

@@cjsidk719 he made a game about his son who died from cancer.

[@cjsidk719]

@@casadogaspar I know about the backstory of the game but what did Ouroboros mean by the history?

[@ThatShyGuyMatt]

I remember SOOO many people hated this guy and his family because the game talked about their "christian belief". In your face haters.

[@RunningBlade2184]

SonOfAKing I'm an atheist but people hating on him for that is an absurdly stupid thing to do.

[@angusdavis1996]

I'm not religious but if anything I found it to be a coping method for the family in some way. At least that's how it was portrayed in the game. Going after others religion is low.

[@angelica6025]

SonOfAKing I agree. It about his son who died of cancer and he made this game to show people the pain it cause for the family because of cancer... And to share awareness of what the effect of cancer

[@happyjacki626]

I'm agnostic, but I can't believe people acted that way. Cancer is something that many people of nearly every faith experience. Joel had a very aggressive cancer that is very hard to beat. They are placed in a vulnerable situation where little hope exists. Their faith gave them the strength to cope with the rough time that they were going through as well as the strength to continue their lives after the loss of their son. They were telling THEIR story, and they did so respectfully. They never forced their faith upon others at any point during the game. They never belittled those who didn't believe. They expressed how their faith played a part in their story. I think they executed it beautifully. People are harsh and cruel these days and really need to stop being so mean.

[@petitflocon647]

I dont belive in god but i respect the fact they needed to believe and i understand. But for me, if there was a gid.. he would never let children dies...

[@dalayneejo]

RIP Joel Evan Green. My dad died of cancer when I was 3, I never got to know him. My family constantly tells me how much I resemble him and I feel like it's somehow my fault. So I resemble with this game in missing somebody and wishing you could know them so much.

[@julias6659]

I feel a little funny responding three years after the fact, but I wanted to say how sorry I am to hear about your loss. Sometimes the relationships we miss the most are the ones we miss out on. I'm sure your daddy loved you more that you'll ever know. What an awesome thing it is that you get to carry his image with you! I don't know you and didn't know your dad, but I'm sure he'd be so proud to see himself in you. Let me say, too: it was in no way your fault and you have nothing to feel guilty about. That said, your feelings are valid and worth exploring. I wish you the best. Know that you are loved and your life is precious.

[@bluberriie]

Please don't think it's your fault. Think of it as your dad living on through you, and I bet you make him proud every single day with him watching over you.

[@heyitsao37]

I didn't know what this game was. Saw the tears on this man's face and had to look it up. Saw the whole game play... 15 min after watching still crying... this game has a great impact on my life and I hope that it has impacted the lives of others either by playing the game or watching the whole game footage... God bless you and keep you.

[@petitflocon647]

Hey its AO I saw a few gameplay parts and the end... I m daddy of a 1 year old baby i can't see a lot, but I m not able to "play" this experience... at each first second of a video of That dragon cancer, i begin to cry... I'm not able to do this "game" but it touched my heart throught the videos...I can feel love they had, it is the love i ve for my sweet little baby. It has change me inside to about illness of little children... Parents should never dig a grave for their babies.

[@rosethorn9327]

These hosts really didn't take the right approach here...

[@acolyteoffire4077]

their payed to be smiley and nothing more.

[@jupiter6628]

Rose Thorn you don't know the winner beforehand, so they were just prepared to be happy and MatPat hasn't yet played or watched the game.

[@edgarlarios4718]

「 OKAY 」 in... GameTheory!

[@dalayneejo]

They were doing what they were told to do. It's not their fault.

[@derdox6720]

IAMSOSTUPID Thats just a theory of yours.

[@PotentialLegend]

This is the most depressing acceptance speech I've ever seen, but he deserves that award.

[@trevorfahey3819]

@@petitflocon647 funny you make that comment and then utterly fail at making an even slightly comprehensible sentence. If he's smoking pot and speaking like that then you're shooting heroin.

[@gavinleveille5545]

That man deserves more than a reward 👏

[@xintlzer3354]

He deserves an award and one million hugs...

[@bleh2959]

Although im not religious...I'm endlessly happy that this family found some amount of relief and happiness in their own beliefs and I wish this man and the rest of the family nothing but the best and regardless of belief this game is a eye opening experience all of its own, and I'm greatful this was created

[@Sadaaaaf]

No offense but ur belief doesn’t matter, anyone with a soul should be happy for them, you don’t need to be non religious

[@Johnhorsey]

@@Sadaaaaf Can you like shut up lol

[@ashleyjohnson9651]

​@@Sadaaaafi think they mentioned that they werent religious but still supportive in their comment because a lot of non-christians were actually mad that the game talked heavily about the faith apparently im agnostic more than anything, but it takes a real piece of shit to insult someone for having faith help them in grief from a child dying. as long as you arent using your faith to hurt or control others, no one should have a problem with expressing it

[@supern0vae]

In 2023, he wouldn't have been able to get a word out before being told to "PLEASE WRAP IT UP"

[@k42uy4]

*emotional spech* ... *epic drums set in*

[@gameclipse8799]

GAMERKAZUYA dude, your comment made me laugh till tears came down

[@John-p9m2c]

Lmao

[@kuatojones6950]

This is one of those times where wish heaven was real, not for me, but for this man and his family.

[@KoreanSpy1997]

what kind of sick mofo would dislike this?

[@itshudak]

Considering the childish, dickish nature of lurkers and basement-dwellers, I'm shocked that the video has been up for this long and only has 2 'dislikes'.

[@blodstainer]

dislike bots

[@blodstainer]

Or people who just dislike this show.

[@SkyKode]

Imo theres dislike bots on every big channel.

[@angelica6025]

Alex Shin Stupid people

[@rachellejanssen2655]

Everyone who has seen this game should buy it. He stated that although it's very well known the sales of the game don't reflect that. They are a very small team and I believe this was their first game. Support this great man by buying his game!

[@nicksk81227]

Would do if it were out for xbox one....

[@Teekeks]

I bought it right after hearing this speech, I didnt know about this game before and now I want to know.

[@afuriouspuppyvids]

If you have a laptop to type this on, you can run the game, it's as lightweight as games come.

[@BlueEyesWhiteTeddy]

I was watching a crowbat video about the 2016 game awards show and i remembered this game. I immediatly bought it.

[@thedarkapex5327]

@@nicksk81227 do you only have an xbox?

[@treyvincent1759]

The guy went through so much hell, it was so nice to see him win this. He deserved it. His family needed a nice moment and MANY MORE after this horrible events that occurred.

[@awelshwannabe1]

This father filled his son Joel's short life with so much love, watch the other videos. Joel had loving siblings and every experience his parents could fit in his short time on earth. His Dad was always there for him until the end. I fell in love with Joel's beautiful little face. God Bless

[@jamesholt4393]

Somehow I just discovered this a couple weeks ago and it literally has me rethinking the entire way I live my life it made certain things seem so trivial

[@Tunaboy45]

Huge props to him and his wife for their bravery and resilience, and for making such a beautiful piece of art after such a traumatic event.

[@kingcrystal1454]

Rewatching this in 2022. Miss the time when this game came out. Watched several playthroughs. Lost my aunt to cancer near the same time. I'm glad I found my way back to this.

[@dominionchamber]

What a beautiful, powerful, and emotional speech! My heart sank to the pit on my stomach. The moment he got on stage and first glanced at the audience, before words were spoken, caused me to forget my surroundings and drop what I was doing. Because at that moment, I could almost feel his emotions radiating 0:30. After the speech, I quickly purchased That Dragon, Caner to support Ryan and his family! If you have a few bucks to spare and want to experience their story and also show support, please do the same.

[@cybek22]

It's been 4 years. I've still got this game in my mind. It's so strong and impactful. I watched it played and played it at 16. Still at 21 I still hold it. Not everything needs guns and violence. This is what gaming should be. Impactful, honest, and bring out the humanity in us when we need it most.

[@dominionchamber]

@@cybek22 I couldn't agree more, friend!

[@alaynaelder2800]

I just know Joel was watching from up above and saying, “That’s my dad!”

[@artisticalex1206]

I bawled when I watched other KZbinrs playing the game. I don’t have any children but I lost some family members to cancer and it is very hard to deal with and I feel for this dad.

[@elei594]

I played this game before, and I belive he and his son Joel and everyone he worked with and everyone caring deserved that award.

[@Jake_Tucker]

Well deserved reward.

[@acolyteoffire4077]

i feel like he deserved even more.

[@MorgothBauglire]

That dragon cancer is a masterpiece

[@sandrostutz6143]

2:39 That moment you think to yourself: "Wait, that camera-guy wont really dare to fokus on the chick in the background during such a speech, right?"... and then he fucking does

[@HankMcCoyMode]

Seriously. Mayyyybe woulda been appropriate if she were showing some kind of emotional reaction to what he was saying, but nah.

[@eliel1815shadow]

not only that, just respect the man and his speech, don't even try to expose how sad it is, its just extremely unnecessary... but no, lets make a cheap camera shots to the people in the crowd and the guilt face from the hosts, that would be nice

[@OrcistCleaver]

Sandro Stutz Its for like 2 seconds lol stop bitching nerd

[@natanielcostard]

that's more the director fault's than the cameraperson, but still, yes, I thought the same, poor choice.

[@jeltje50]

i love the awkward stupid happy announcing from ijustine and mattpat. Come onxD lets just happily announce it whoooohoo

[@sakisgamer]

CANCER! WOOHOO

[@jeltje50]

*said with a huge smile*

[@HanmaHeiro]

came here for the feels, surprised by the matpat!

[@W00DSMAN]

I enjoyed watching them slowly realize what they had done. You can clearly see the moment something clicks with the chad that maybe grinning and announcing it like they're on the fucking Disney channel was a mistake.

[@Tomiply]

Well, it won an award. Even though it's a sad game, winning an award is a good thing. Should they have been like, "And the winner is... That Dragon... Cancer..." *sad faces* No, that would've made it like it was a bad thing that it won. It deserved the win, and it's a good thing. That's it.

[@Plumeria_moon]

He truly deserves this award. He put raw emotions and real life experiences into the game to share a story. It creates a different atmosphere for a video game. Joel would be absolutely proud.

[@petertalks301]

This game made me cry well too much. We love you Joel, Rest In Piece.

[@ethan-jaygladwell7200]

This man, what a true and honest man, and I absolutely admire and love him. This man, this beautiful man made thousands of us cry through a simple game, and that’s an achievement that he deserves to be recognised for until the end of time. This man honestly did not deserve to go through the grief that he did, and honestly I hope that through this he is still okay. This world is rough, but I love you all, wherever u are, whenever u read this. I love you

[@GothaBillsAndDeath]

Oh god, totalbiscuit was right, they really needed to actually not smile and get all cheery before announcing the award. Ruins the moment and clearly the dev is reliving some trauma.

[@gemtail3125]

How else are you supposed to announce a winning game? It's an awards ceremony, not a funeral. The game was sad but the fact that it won an award is a great thing and deserves to be celebrated.

[@tcrpgfan]

@@gemtail3125 Just as important is to know that people wanted to hear their story and to not look away.

[@alalalala57]

How would they know? Its a secret to the announcers.

[@DrJrGenius]

So powerful.

[@kaylanavithoulkas5511]

5 years later his speech still moves me to tears.

[@sclyfer3461]

I'm so happy I could experience this story, may Joel eat as many pancakes as he wants and stay in our hearts forever.

[@cinderluna]

this man shows some bravery there. such raw emotion...

[@birth0fserpents]

this is the only nice thing that happened

[@brooklynboy7179]

This speech hit me so hard

[@mrmoviemanic1]

R.I.P Joel your legacy is forever etched in our hearts because of your father, mother and so many others that loved you.

[@arcalphastudios]

So many people criticize or demonize video games due to stereotypes. But listening to this man, here, accept an award for the "Games for Impact" category for his game, "That Dragon,Cancer," (which is about his young son's struggle and eventual death from the disease) makes you realize that a "game" often can do the same as any book or movie in stirring your emotions, and in many instances, actually can do MORE because you are there, guiding the story along. You become part of it. Ryan Green, you told a marvelous game. I look forward to playing it for KZbin, and I will do so in Joel's honor.

[@headlesshunter8435]

this shit literally made me cry, that guy deserved it

[@mondoprime]

Well done, mate. I'm a cynical fuck and that game made me cry.

[@florrrina]

I am crying...that was so emotional.

[@corue]

The way the hosts yelled out "THAT DRAGON, CANCER" with a big wide smile. I know they were forced to do this but that was the most awkward and non-fitting scene I've seen yet.

[@lornaanderson1459]

Thank you for making such an amazing game. My grandpa passed away my Senior year of high school, he had lung cancer, wasn't suppose to make it to December and passed away in October. Cancer is an evil thing, but you created a game where we saw what you had to go through. You deserve this award more then anyone and I'm glad you won. I had found out about your game a couple months ago and then watched your movie, your son had left such an impact in my heart because I have a love for kids, even if I don't physically know them, but he meant a lot to many people and I'm glad he got to live and experience life before he passed. He is now in a better place, no more hurting, and no more cancer.

[@ryuman757]

After 20 seconds in 2023: "PLEASE WRAP IT UP"

[@JordanChavez]

God bless you.

[@TheBioAktiv]

*tears flow down my cheeks* Who put this onions here on my desk?

[@lzhlzh]

a kitchen is no place for a live horse! whos tht girl at the end anyways? left nothing to the imagination

[@alidar.4549]

oh for god sake, every time I think about this game I'm in tears. I see this man and his emotions and I'm in tears. The story he told and the way he told it was incredible. His openness and honesty is admirable.

[@OnlyFor_music]

"and I have hope, that when we are all willing to see each other, not just for who we want to be, but for who we are and who we're meant to be, this act of love and this act of grace, can change the world." Almost 8 years later and this speech still makes me cry every single time.

[@Insomniac_tv]

Well deserved award

[@WingOfTheMad]

To believe we might never have something this beautiful again with the last award.....

[@thespacecowboy71]

What a sweet guy. His game still makes me cry to this day. I hope him and his family are doing okay. Joel was such a sweet little thing and we won't forget him.

[@khalben6]

I kickstarted the game, but never had the strength to play it, having suffered loss of loved ones to this terrible disease, it was too hard, but I'm really proud I could be a small part in helping this beautiful homage to love and loss come to life

[@YourAverageKriegsman]

This game struck a cord very close to home. For I also lost someone to cancer. Stage 3 breast cancer to be exact. I was 1 year and 5 months old when my biological mom passed away. A woman, I dont have any memories of, one who I wish I could meet, just to hear what she sounded like, to see her for myself in person. This game is a beautiful work of art, teaching people hope to cope with loss. He definitely deserved that award, he's earned it, after all he wen through.

[@alvarocortez1919]

I trully admire anyone who can turn this much pain into an art expresion, be it music, poetry, painting, cinema and now video games.

[@Apparently_Luna]

Someone in the crowd yelled "I love you dad" and I am assuming his wife and kids were there. My heart goes out to them ❤️❤️❤️

[@xintlzer3354]

This is enough to make a grown man cry...

[@timothymattson5369]

What this game did for me was give me the answer I needed. The answer to my depression. When I see this Man, in his pain and torment over losing his dear Son, I wish good things for him. I want him to be happy, and grow his beautiful family, and know that those of us who he touched love him with all our heart. The answer is that I know that there are people like us, who could see my depression and choose to wish the same things for me. People out there want you to win, and their voices are often shouted down by hedonists. If you are hurting, know that I want you to feel better.

[@SardonischerDean]

Just bought it on Steam. My father has cancer so I may start crying by the end of this video.

[@jamesholt4393]

This is almost 6yrs old now and it is still reaching ppl it reached me It has me rethinking every aspect of how I live my life what is important and what isn't. I've never ever had something effect me the way this game did . I hold my 5yr old son a little tighter for a little longer now every chance I get . I physically felt the pain as if I were there and it reminded me of how trivial some things are . Thank you for sharing your son with the world and allowing me to feel a small piece of your life .

[@Robby23567]

My heart goes out to this guy and his family

[@vampire___]

congratulations to this wonderful man.. thank you for this beautiful game.. may joel rest easy ❤️

[@ReadRiding]

I'm gutted right now. I both hate and love this. How tragic.

[@thefemalethunderbirdsnerd3214]

This game is sad and relatable for good reason. My aunt had skin cancer and she had to go through nearly 6 years of aggressive treatment for it. My aunt was accident prone and she broke her ankle in three different places and her body couldn’t cope with the stress. Just last year she got out of the woods and has been declared cancer free since

[@williamchristopherwb]

I didn’t just cry to the game, but he received this award with such honour and gratitude. I can’t empathise enough what these people went through, but I admire their courage to speak up about such a sensitive topic. RIP Joel and congratulations to Ryan and Amy 🥰

[@kaylanavithoulkas5511]

I’m rewatching this in 2023 and he still Moves me to tears as if I’m hearing it for the first time…it’s so bittersweet.. and I have no idea what he’s going through because I’ve never gone through it

[@somedude1561]

Coming back to this I can't help tearing up at the thought that, even though his son will never get to live a life he could have lived if not for cancer, through all of this, he got to have his story told to millions of people.

[@malps7028]

I respect that guy and the rest that made such a wonderful creation. I hope the father and wife are doing ok

[@spookybaby7931]

sobbing at almost 3am because i found old play throughs of this game and am falling into the rabbit hole

[@MansonX]

I have to say I found this very late. I am glad I found it either way. I am proud that the world has fathers on it so willing to share love in a special way no matter who might judge them. At the end of the day it was a gift of love to help move through a lifetime beyond their own. Much respect to a father showing his love for his child.

[@Evee550]

They deserved that award and so much more my heart goes out to all those who have to deal with cancer.

[@tobydauberman6679]

Man this hits hard on so many levels

[@ienjoysandwiches]

There have been studies on this. The most traumatic thing that can happen to an individual is loss of a child. More than losing a sibling, parent or spouse. It’s a hurt that never fully goes away, you just learn to live with it. Through a tragic event this team brought light into the world.

[@Yazu13Z]

This years awards have been more mature and legitimate than ever. Things like this and Kojima finally getting his award for The Phantom Pain really made this show special.

[@schlamuffenimperator9460]

For Joel.

[@sloppyytopppy]

i know how this man feels, how it feels to lose someone to cancer i lost my grandma to cancer. R.I.P

[@dillydilly9023]

Bruh in 2020, this game still makes me tear up, and fuzzy inside

[@kittenclysm116]

This man deserved it. Even if he thinks it's just a simple object, he's truly gone through enough

[@Kelmekiss]

3 years later i still crying.

[@crumpetblogs1030]

i dont like how chipper matpat and ijustine are like god damn

[@Bhazor]

Probably because they have no idea what they were talking about.

[@gemtail3125]

How else are you supposed to announce a winning game? The game was sad but the fact that it won an award is a great thing and deserves to be celebrated.

[@harmonyquinn2557]

Thank you so much for allowing us to see and be apart of such intimate and hard parts of your lives, for Joel. 💞

[@holdmybeard3160]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@austinstrickland5813]

This hits home with me because my grandma had cancer and she passed away

[@thedudeguy121]

No words have been spoken yet and I’m already crying

[@aldn2854]

4 years later and I still remember this speech

[@暧昧-u8e]

I remember watching a walkthrough of this game years ago. It has always been at the back of mind. Suddenly I remembered the title of this game after years, and I'm thankful for that. This game deserves to never be forgotten. Wonderful game, I have absolutely adored it.

[@Horenramon]

This dude has gone though the most painful thing a parnet can go though. He. Put the heart and to this amazing game. What an awesome man

[@roccobelmares6733]

That man is a great man / father a cannot believe what he has been through I just want to give him a big hug I feel so bad I cried

[@Gojiro7]

I clicked onto this after watching Total Biscuit talking about the presenters (Mattpat and I have no clue who she is) being overly cheery when handing the developer this award for telling the story of his dying son, that truly was a touching emotionally strong speech and my heart goes out to him and his family for what this game meant to them, though I don't want to point fingers at the presenters for making that awkward, they had no way of knowing things would turn somber the way it did so i'm hoping people don't judge.