The Channel was Hacked! Lets talk about What Happened

[@Rooflemonger]

So we were hacked, but we are back! Lets talk about whats going on, why it especially sucked (VF day of all days, really?) and what I did wrong so you can avoid it. Also a little bit of a channel update/forecast to the future while I got ya here. The outpouring of support has meant the world to me more than you can ever know. Thank you all so much for having my back and now that things are in operation again don't worry we will keep going strong. I am here for the long haul

[@johnbaker7322]

I hope you're here until MVC 2 rereleases and we get a new Darkstalkers. Great content.

[@Receipt]

One of the chillest vibes around, glad you're whole again bro.

[@pamelus6479]

Dang man sorry to hear that!! I hope one day you got your justice man welcome back man

[@badcharge2524]

thanks man. glad to have you back. keep up the good work. can you do video on the history of virtual fighter. don't know too much about it.

[@TRU_TV_]

I didn’t get to say so on X.. but I’m happy you’re back man 🤜🏾

[@jwonggg]

YAY WELCOME BACK

[@Rooflemonger]

it was a rough few days but happy to be back

[@willjones1035]

@jwonggg what's your psn i would love to play you in mvc3 street fighter 3 or whatever else

[@Rooflemonger]

Also im not the only one who this happened to so please go out and show your support to Lord Knight and YogaFlame24 who are still currently going through this hell. Its rough and they will need all the moral support they can get

[@TicoGaming]

so was there like a weird targeted attack against fgc content creators?? i know big bird got hit too

[@melon3109]

Saw the same happen to Bonsai Pop too...

[@celery791]

These type of people don’t really care who they target as long as the channel has a decent amount of subscribers. Channels from completely different categories also fell to the same scam in the past. It’s probably a coincidence that a bunch of FGC channels happened to get hacked.

[@PawsOfFate]

Aww man, I heard about the others but they got YogaFlame too!? Sheesh...

[@erdood3235]

Where do lord knight and yoga flame post updates on their situations?

[@CastleKingside]

I know what it's like to go through a mental and emotional break. So here's a token of love and support from one warrior to another. May 2025 bring you peace and prosperity. And one more thing... LET'SGOOOOOOOOOOVF6!!!

[@Rooflemonger]

Hey man thank you sincerely, for both the support and the kind words. It was really touch and go for a bit there but im back and im here to stay

[@noarmsally2628]

W CastleKingside

[@mc_zittrer8793]

@@noarmsally2628 For real, Castle Kingside is the reason LTG doesn't leave his apartment anymore. XD

[@herogear_art]

Truly a king 🫡

[@milkgodmoko]

it really goes to show it took the sacrifice of multiple fgc channels to bring back virtua fighter

[@Jarrych83]

Truly a dark ritual

[@Rooflemonger]

VF demands blood

[@Mage_Nichlas_]

I saw from Brian's video about this because I don't really use Twitter. Glad to see you're back because you have such a unique voice and vibe to your videos.

[@erdood3235]

Who's brian? Can you link me that video?

[@Mage_Nichlas_]

I don't think it likes links but it's Brian_F. He's a competitive Street Fighter player and he went over this scam in a video a couple days ago.

[@BrandonBorradaile]

I know. Why no one has begged him to come in for Voice Acting is beyond me. Very unique

[@Mario_bland]

Remember, no matter what, they can't take those chops away. Happy that it worked out in the end.

[@Kabonkong]

You are legit one of my “immediate watch” creators. I don’t really even play fighting games anymore, but your content, attitude, and humor are a source of positivity in my life. Thanks for all you do.

[@Rooflemonger]

Thank you very much for the support!

[@Tocayo22]

Sorry that happened to you. Just wanted to say thanks for all the content you do. This is my favorite fighting games channel.

[@Rooflemonger]

Thank you very much for the support!

[@Villainz]

So glad you’re back Roof! Super scary when I initially found out

[@Mugiwara2k]

So glad you got your channel back from those scumbags! I can’t imagine how stressful that must have been.

[@Rooflemonger]

it was an adventure, lets put it that way lol

[@HellMessiah666]

I saw from buttoncheck! Glad youre back in control, man im so sorry.

[@Runk3lsmcdougal]

That's how I saw too

[@abonham82]

We love you roof. The fact that it happened during the VF reveal is a tragedy of Greek Epic proportions

[@Ghost_Ship2499]

Your choose-your-main guides are some of my all time favorite videos to watch and youtube has brought them up often when I'm listening to fgc content while gaming. You're one of the greatest fighting game resources on the site and it wouldn't be the same place without you. Thought about you a lot over the last few days and I'm so glad you're back with your channel and videos, and super hyped that VF is back!!! Wishing you happy holidays and a happy new year going forward. Much love.

[@Rooflemonger]

🙏

[@GenderNeutch]

yeah, same here. I watch all the choose-your-mains, even for games I have no intention of ever playing (like UNI2 or MK1). I just love to see the variety in playstyles, character design, moves, etc. Just interesting and fun to watch

[@hopelesound]

Hey Rooflemonger very happy knowing that you have your channel back.

[@nad613]

I saw the VF announcement and was like 'Where's the rooflemonger vid?!' and was rather dismayed to find out about the hack. Glad you're back!

[@MrRyuuTakeshi]

We got your back, bud. 👍

[@Rooflemonger]

Thank you very much and thank you for the support!

[@NationalistAF]

love the Mai Shiranui statue in the background. 👍👍

[@Rooflemonger]

Always been a Mai fan, super stoked for her sf6 release

[@NationalistAF]

@@Rooflemonger me too. by the way, Glad you got your channel back man. take care.

[@theBlueSnap]

Very glad you're back on your feet here and sorry you had to deal with this crap. On to an even brighter future!

[@Rooflemonger]

thank you, and thank you very much for the support!

[@Greg501-]

Phishing sucks, spread the word to content creators to be vigilant about emails they get.

[@OMackattackO]

This happened to me last year.,and believe that they did not give be back my accounts. When you are popular you have a better chance. I'm glad you got you channel back!

[@andrewwing7484]

Long time subscriber, just wanted to drop my first ever comment to say I really appreciate all your work. Incredibly sorry that you’re having to deal with all this.

[@ViewtifulShishigami]

Like I said on twitter, thank GOD you have your channel back before the end of the year and everyone else who got hit by it.

[@Slayereyez]

I'll reshare anything ya post bud. Glad your back. 🎉

[@scoothimself353]

You're literally my main source for any FGC stuff. Glad you got it figured out boss. And sick chops my dude, killin' it.

[@HenryMcI86]

So glad you’re back. Hope this helps out. Watch you every video and definitely thought of the channel when they announced VF6!

[@Rooflemonger]

Thank you very much for the support!

[@kaleidoslug7777]

The channel lives!! Awesome dude, hopefully LK and the others get things back under control soon

[@wildmonkeycar]

I happened to be browsing the app when it happened. You still had your name, but your icon had changed, and that stupid crypto scam was streaming. A few hours later, the channel was gone- So I'm glad you got everything back, bud!

[@Yue_Walker]

About the hack: so so happy you are back. Not only because your content is incredible, but you are one of those people that we can see are good you know. Like you are very clearly an amazing guy, and while no one deserves something like that it's specially awful to see it happen to you, so it's nice to see that everything turned out ok. About the future plans: "Number one on youtube coverage for CotW" is exactly what I wanted to hear, this game is THE thing I want in 2025, can't wait for your content. And more streams is also good news, hoping for more content for sure.

[@Rooflemonger]

🙏

[@Stross8]

Really happy to see you back . Your literally my favorite figthing game KZbin channel was really afraid to not find you if you end up having to do a complete new channel hope you'll be find and can't wait to see what you'll do in the future. Really good to have you back.

[@petertromp8786]

I’m so glad your channel is back. You honestly put out some of my absolute favourite fighting game content; I mean, I rewatch videos of yours - many from years past - constantly. If anything good comes out of this ordeal, I hope it’s that you realize how much you’re appreciated worldwide (I’m South African - and a fellow Mai lover - and I’ve been enjoying your channel for years). Godspeed and hope you can enjoy your end of year festivities now.

[@kumwagen]

i heard you got hacked in jmcroft's comments section lol. glad youre back! you're my favorite canadian fgc youtuber

[@danzixx6]

good to see u back and channel up homielets keep the hype train rolling

[@Rooflemonger]

Thank you very much for the support!

[@danzixx6]

@@Rooflemonger always welcome and they did try to hack my account weeks ago and glad i dont kneel to these hackers asking for ransom bitcoin

[@gillgillgillgillgill]

when i saw your VF5 guides showed back up in my Watch Later list I literally did a fist pump!

[@darksin2922]

Can’t imagine how stressful it must have been, I’m glad your channels safe!

[@hanamai14]

OMG Roooooofle! So glad you didn't lose your videos!!! but also WHAT MAI FIGURE IS THAT!! Can we do a room video? :D

[@Rooflemonger]

What you see in the shot is basically it, I live in very very small apartment

[@hanamai14]

@@Rooflemonger I have the Bishoujo Mai underneath- was wondering about the top one :D

[@Rooflemonger]

@@hanamai14 honestly no idea, for all my stuff like twice a year ill go on aliexpress and then find something mad cheap and get it for pennies on the dollar

[@ArtFr0g0]

@@hanamai14 The giant one I am pretty sure SNK sent to him. 🐸

[@SuperSilver7591]

once again very glad to have you back, ive seen about like 10+ hacks of some of my favorite youtubers this year alone and its only been increasing

[@impressivestory]

Was pissed when I saw you got hacked, so glad you’re back! You’re the GOAT FGC news and guides guy!

[@BowBeforeMe]

The Rooflverine is BACK

[@samedwards3186]

I am so glad to have you back big man, you are THE guy for me when it comes to fighting games on KZbin, and I couldn’t be happier to be along for the ride in what looks to be an awesome 2025!

[@rasmusdegn9690]

Glad to hear you're back, If nothing else the playlist rebuilding is an opportunity to reflect on how you've grown as a video maker and maybe get inspirations for games you'd want to revisit or random-fighting-stuffs videos like the stages one.

[@ayers01]

Congrats on getting your channel back. Looking forward to more fighting game content. As someone who frequently goes through character crisis when selecting a main character, thanks for your Choose-A-Main series.

[@PawsOfFate]

4:16 Yo, absolutely loved that pop off hahaha. Glad you got things somewhat back to normal. As always, looking forward to your in depth videos.

[@Musubi-Azeyma]

Im glad you on the road to recovery. You bring so much positivity to the FGC and do so much great work helping new players through the door. I hope you can relax and enjoy the Holidays coming up. God Bless brother.

[@IanOrGoregy]

Glad you back

[@SlimeKingK]

good lookin’ guy. Swear I thought i been watching you every day. I use those playlists! I hope you get everything lined up and ok. I’ll always be here.

[@nt6351]

Rooflemonger, it's good to see your face once again. You're probably my favorite content creator when it comes to fighting games. Keep it up!

[@Rooflemonger]

🙏

[@LucasMeloeFilhos]

Glad you're back, my friend! God Bless you and you're family!

[@cody-pp]

Glad to see ya back, no worries my fighting game friend 😊

[@SirLightsOut99]

Me and a few other FGC friends were watching the game awards when the VF announcement happened and several of us, all at the same time, all came to the conclusion that you were probably losing your mind in that very moment and that we hated that we didn't get to see it since your channel was hacked. Glad you're back.

[@FutureZombie07]

I’m so glad all the old videos were able to come back, love your stuff ❤

[@MaximumCarnage-]

Glad you got it back. We will like and comment every vid to help with the algorithm :). You reappeared in my subs so I was glad to see it. Anyway hope you can relaxed now during the holidays!

[@WriteJus]

Hate to see you got hacked bro, but it’s cool to finally see your face. You’ve quickly become one of my favorite creators.

[@zachcowley]

Glad you’re back! You started my love for fighting games and now I couldn’t imagine life without them you are the goat!

[@origamiman5460]

Happy ur back! Was really sad when I saw a random crypto stream coming from your channel and saw all your videos gone. Can’t wait for the VF guides and all ur future guides!

[@AustinT97]

Once again, im glad you're back, Roofle. I shared the VF video over on the fighting game subreddit(r/fighters). Also, since Tekken(yes its their fault) snuffed out Soul Calibur, it's only fair that Virtua Fighter retaliates since we can't lose another 3D fighter.

[@Kornchildxii]

So crappy that happened, but really glad to have you back!

[@TheKingLewis]

I’m so happy you’re back! I couldn’t wait to see your vf6 reaction and was so confused why no video was out yet. You’re the sole reason I’m into the FGC and glad your back

[@wingzero2099]

i was pretty heartbroken to hear what happened to you, glad to see the channel is back and in your possesion again!

[@TheGokuButton]

I was literally on FGC Reddit today asking about you man! Glad to see you’re back and gonna back as the legendary monkey boi we know you are

[@sorayuna1]

I’m so srry this happened to you hopefully this will build more grit keep pushing your so cool rooflemonger

[@alexism9656]

You convinced me to try out VF5 and I finally got to it today. Can't wait for the future or the franchise

[@bahamutaxiomx8706]

I’m so happy you got your channel back! As a middling fighting game player, you’re my top favorite FGC KZbinr. Also, we’re 2 of the 17 Honda fans! For some reason, I got unsubscribed from you (again) Subbed again, though.

[@electroburstx3093]

The Monkey Kong Family is always with you. Never give up my friend. 😑🙏🦍

[@MasterWGS]

Very glad it seems like this nightmare has a happy ending! Glad to have you back!

[@Froinlaven_2020]

I'm glad this video was first on my feed tonight. You're the best!

[@timkaczenski4581]

Happy to have you back! Can't wait for your VF guides

[@GForce_ART]

Your channel kicks ass. We appreciate you. Keep on keeping on. It's just a setback, and, as life goes, that happens. Don't be discouraged. Push onward brother.

[@zart8478]

Glad you're back, Rooflemonger. You're one of the people who keep inspiring us for fighting games! Much love, gonna check out Virtua Fighter because of your channel

[@ReloKai]

Gald you're back O Great Monke! Here's hoping everyone else gets their channel back!

[@mo6570]

So happy you’re back and most importantly, that you persevered through this crisis. I hope there’s ways to prevent something like this from happening again!

[@LeanXTriforcer]

So glad you got things taken care of man, been hacked myself and it is NOT fun at all. Looking forward to all the new FGC content.

[@NahItsLAN]

I realized you got hacked almost immediately after it happened, I've been learning Chun-Li and was using your videos as a guide and I saw they had been taken down the same day it happened. Was really disappointed to see, then when I learned your channel had been hacked, I wasn't too surprised. Glad you were able to get it back and have your work restored. Would've been a huge loss if you weren't able to!

[@Dik2Kid]

1:37 i definitely used these, a lot. glad your channel is largely unaffected otherwise

[@BrandonBorradaile]

If theres one thing I use its Playlists lol. So they def come in handy. Best of luck.

[@CZProductions]

I'm glad you got your channel back! The same thing happened to me a few months ago and it took me a month to get it fully resolved, so it's awesome that you had such a supportive network to get things fixed in just a few days!

[@JamesWhite-ic1iq]

Your back baby, hope the recovery is smooth. Much love from Australia

[@happyabbyarts]

You get on my recommended a lot but I wasn't subscribed yet, now I am :). Hope the shock wears of soon!

[@dhktube]

I am sorry about what happened to your channel. I will still love your channel regardless. Hopefully, your channel will recover fully soon.

[@Zenoxx23]

Im so glad you're back! I really needed the VF beginner's guides😢

[@LateAlways2]

we aint going anywhere! keepnit up! thanx, props, n ur the man.

[@rbrown4590]

Thank goodness you have your channel back! You’re my go to channel for Fighting Game news/resources! As someone that almost got scammed recently, I hope you’re able to rebuild from here. Stay strong!

[@cloudmv15]

Am so glad that you got your channel back, you have been a big help to a lot of people with your videos

[@robertallshouse500]

Cannot wait for updated vf guides! Love your channel, glad you’re back on. You’ll climb back quick, your content is too good and it’s long term/evergreen stuff. Sorry that it happened

[@EvilDave732]

Sorry that happened bro, I made sure to just hide the stream and not unsub I was pissed FOR YOU when I saw ur channel was hacked as that stream was going… i was genuinely so mad when I noticed all ur library erased at the time. Glad it’s all back bro!

[@e1gle1984]

It's exactly the same thing that happened to Bigbird: the docusign hack. It's more and more difficult to stay safe out there. Happy to see that you recovered everything (minus a few followers but they'll come back for sure).

[@clownavenger0]

Love your channel. I look forward to every upload and regularly check the channel to check for missed videos. You were the first one who came to mind when VF was announced.

[@pdragon619]

Glad to see your channel's safe at least. Your videos have been an invaluable resource for me ever since I randomly stumbled upon one of your guides around Fighterz launch. You've since become one of my first stops for info on any fighting game I play, and I think it's been a genuine improvement for me as a player overall. Like I compare how much better I do in Street Fighter 6 compared to 5, because I went in with the extra info from all your tutorials, it really is a palpable difference. So it's good to know you're ok and not stopping anytime soon. Thanks for all the hard work.

[@Shade84]

You passion shows in your work. I'm so glad you came back to us, roof. Still a proud sub to the best fighting game channel on youtube!

[@Iguessimhere154]

Thank goodness you got your channel back 🙏🙏 I didn't know about the hack until I saw Brian_F's video on the recent situation with the hacking in the FGC yt

[@Fenrisson]

I'm sorry for what happened, mate. But we're glad to have you back!

[@AnnCatsanndra]

Glad to have you back! Wishing you the best! I'm so sorry how much you had to go through

[@gebgeb1]

Sorry this happened to you man, but glad it worked out and that the amazing guides are still there

[@Jerogamer3]

Good to have you back!!! Greetings from Argentina!

[@yujitai6873]

I hope everything is ok. Glad to support a fellow Canadian

[@shynedaniels4296]

So glad your back I was so confused on why I haven’t been seeing any videos from you

[@onlyonehere555]

Glad you're back man, I knew something was wrong when you didn't drop any new vids on the game awards. You're the best source of anything and everything FGC and I really felt it when you weren't around.

[@alyasVictorio]

I think we now got rooflemonger's face revealed before GTA 6

[@Rooflemonger]

face reveal was like 9 years ago

[@alyasVictorio]

@Rooflemonger Oh! Link of your 1st face reveal, please

[@mfgouki4402]

I’ve been meaning to watch your old fmv vods for a while so more of them would be fun

[@uhhhh-h8m]

So glad you're back, making sure to comment to get you back in the algorithm 🙏