What's Next After GameSpot? - The IrregularDave Irregular Update

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

Like the intro :D

[@GameplayRunner]

Omg it’s him !! The legend !!!!

[@HalfUnder]

Jonathan we need to get you and Dave her to TX. Specifically here in Boerne and get you out to Demolition Ranch and onto the Unsubscribe Podcast for the both of you. With as much as you love guns, you'll feel right at home lol.

[@jjforcebreaker]

OMG it's Mr. Ferguson, everyone's here!

[@Eskinor]

Is that Jonathan Ferugson, the keeper of firearms and artillery at The Royal Armories museum in the UK which houses a collection of thousands of iconic weapons from throughout history?!

[@dun0790]

Shame the museum couldn't hire him i mean he's probably helped promote the museum better then anything else ,i never new about it before and its on my list now

[@nat040496]

It's still crazy to me that you, of all people, were made "redundant". You were literally the only person at Gamespot who's name I knew. Not to say the other people at the company don't do good work, but your Expert Reacts and Loadout series were the only things on that channel I consistently watched. With their trailers, reviews, and preview coverage, I'm obviously only clicking on the small number of games I have interest in. But I always knew Expert Reacts would be entertaining, whether is was Johnathan, Toby, or anyone else.

[@LeonardTavast]

I agree 100%.

[@CAP198462]

I agree. I think it might be impolitic to say why I think he/him was made redundant.

[@Verchiel_]

The only other person i know is Lucie (friends per second podcast)

[@drkilledbydeath87]

I came to say this exact thing. Literally. Expert reacts and loadout were, admittedly, the only things I watched. I LOVE those series. It's makes me sad and pissed off that it's done.

[@Merzendi]

Yeah. I enjoyed a lot of Gamespot videos, but Dave (and Jonathon with him) was the person I properly recognised, and made sure to follow up with.

[@wallie1994]

Hi Dave, had the honor of meeting Jonathan in august, when I was on a road trip through Britain. Short quote, I complimented Jonathan on the content and said I’m a fan, and his words were “it’s all Dave, he’s the one doing all the good work”. So you can always take that one with you. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@IrregularDave]

I appreciate you sharing that! Jonathan always is far too kind haha

[@aaronharris102]

Loadout and Expert reacts was the only thing i subscribed to Gamespot for, so sad to see that all of that has come to an end

[@taj1994]

Same. Once I found out they got rid of Dave and the rest of the team behind them, I unsubscribed. Those were literally the only videos from GameSpot that I watched

[@M0torsagmannen]

@@taj1994 yeah same, i never subscribed but i have watched most of them from being recommended them by youtube. i have literally not watched anything else on gamespot

[@poporowyo]

Same

[@TheFirstCurse1]

Same. I unsubscribed from them right after finding out about it.

[@DJ-iu5bb]

yeah its been 3 weeks and im thinking of Unsubbing I mean honestly they done F up now *Menace 2 Society Meme*

[@J1mston]

I know Jonathan was "the guy" when it came to Experts Reacts but shout out to some of the other guests. I really enjoyed Dr Rebecca Simon when she did the Black Flag episode, she was so knowledgeable. David Rawlings brought some great energy and you could tell how much he enjoyed the synthesis of two things he loved, that being Star Wars and sword fighting. Finally, I've seen a lot from Billy Billingham, I think he has such an inspiring story and he seems a top bloke who appreciated both the realism and the shock and awe moments. Still miss the show as a feature of my Saturday evenings.

[@IrregularDave]

I really do feel super lucky to have met so many fascinating people! They're all so lovely. I almost feel bad for getting Toby Capwell into Warhammer though.

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

Really enjoyed 'Billy' (offering insight I couldn't hope to) and Toby in particular.

[@FSR2007]

The ones with Toby on 40k armour were fantastic too!

[@TheHorzabora]

@@IrregularDave you should never feel bad about converting someone to the 40k (or just Warhammer) cult! The guy clearly loves it, and his opinions add *so much* to a franchise I’ve loved for… uh, Lord, three decades.

[@Cabamacadaf]

@@IrregularDave Toby was my favourite, he always seemed so excited and I loved how he always had something positive to say, even to the most unrealistic things.

[@ayans22]

I was really looking forward to the Black ops 6 expert reacts and see Jonathan’s pain and disgust with the MP5 in that game. Hopefully you can continue to work with him in the future. I eagerly waited for Saturday to watch the new episode drop.

[@aaronharris102]

I too was so disappointed to see that it ended, especially just before the annual cod release. If there is only one more that you can create, please make it a call of duty BO6 one.

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

@@aaronharris102 We recorded for it, but there was no way to get it edited and uploaded.

[@dogeypirate1814]

​​@@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries Aw that's very unfortunate. While some guns design like MP5 is cursed beyond belief. There are many interesting guns that they added to this game as well. Like those .22 smg and pistol. B06 is probably the first game that feature .22 guns in a military shooter.

[@Pyro627]

That’s a huge shame, I was looking forward to hearing your thoughts on some of the weird stuff!

[@CZD-dt4cn]

@@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries Was eagerly looking forward to both BO6 and Stalker2, oh well...

[@AlbatrossCommando]

I still cannot comprehend who at GameSpot thought it was a good idea to fire the person making their most popular series. Experts react was literally pulling 5x more views than any other video. Either way I truly hope you can set up your own thing and hopefully collab with Jonathan in the future (and not just cause I want to see that Valkyria Chronicles video :D). And as other people said maybe consider reaching out to second wind? Your stories are similar and I'm sure they'd be interested in having more talent onboard.

[@GaryHamad]

whoever that was, He's a Bellend

[@Woud_]

Totally agree, only just realised the only reason I was watching GameSpot was because of the Expert React series, mainly with Jonathan. So I just looked at the rest of their videos. It really was the Expert React series that was getting all the love. For as far as I scrolled back. Anything else had a maximum of 30k views, unless it was something big like a Black Ops 6 trailer/gameplay for example.

[@alexmaurice4274]

I just clicked on this video- they fired him? That’s like straight up the only videos I watch of them

[@boatboy8617]

2:20 He said the thing! Yaaay! In all seriousness though I look forward to whatever your plans are for the future and hope it won't be too long before we see you and Jonathan on screen together again

[@IrregularDave]

I've probably said the thing in my sleep a few times over the years

[@TheRemembrancer]

Though Gamespot has lost their 'Warhammer Guy', may the Emperor Protect you Brother.

[@potato1499]

The entire reason I even looked at Gamespot's youtube channel is almost exclusively because of the Firearms Expert Reacts series. Can't believe you were let go

[@SN1PERx64]

According to YT, Gamespot was one of my most viewed channels this year, and I know it was solely due to your content. I am living proof your position wasn't "redundant."

[@Psycorde]

It's the only thing I watched there too. You can check numbers his videos pulled, this content was extremely successful It makes no sense why they did this, outside of potential ideological reasons and related youtube policies on firearms

[@DuckAllMighty]

To think that you, the only guy from Gamespot I knew, was fired, is so wild and crazy to me. Your expert reacts and your work with Jonathan is some of my favourite content on KZbin. Not only did you, though your series showcase some awesome games, by having real experts in on it, you also educated people on the real world counterpart. And who said you can't learn anything from video games? Like myself, I think all of your fans hope, that you can keep up doing this line of work, especially with Jonathan, you two just have such a cool way of working together. Even if that's not the case, hope you find something that you want to do and huge thanks for the work and content you've given us through the years.

[@aussiekozy]

From one ex-GameSpotter to another, good luck, mate. Funnilty enough I pitched some gun content back in 2008 and there was a lot of discomfort at the idea. It's been exciting to see your content evolve.

[@QuintusAntonious]

Ian at Forgotten Weapons is pretty open about the struggles he has with gun content on KZbin. So I'm sure there was some of that going on too at GameSpot. But if that's all it was, then why leave all the past videos up? Plus, Dave's Expert Reacts with the psychiatrist analyzing the themes of Silent Hill 2 proved that you don't need to stick only to weaponry to attract good numbers. It's inexplicable to me, especially given his nearly decade long record of successful video making and name recognition at the company.

[@TheIceholeCanadian]

As a firearms nerd more than a gun guy, and avid shooter gamer, firearms expert reacts was the perfect fun companion to The Royale Armouries and Forgotten Weapons videos. You could tell that both of you where having genuine fun while recording. I hope we will get to see a contract skirting reboot or revival some day. Call it Trade Duress With Jonathan Furguson. A fun reference to both games using fudged guns to avoid trade dress and you using a modified format to not conflict with experts react. Even if the format was just you both discussing how certain games are changing iconic weapons I would watch the absolute hell out of it. A man can dream

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

"Trade Duress" is genius lol

[@TheIceholeCanadian]

@@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries Thank you haha, I would be lying if I said I wasn't a little proud of that one.

[@TheFirstCurse1]

Firearms nerd and gun guy are the same damn thing.

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

@@TheFirstCurse1 I think what they're saying is that they are interested in firearms but don't own/collect/shoot them.

[@missing_nickname]

he said the thing good luck in all your new beginings dave, wishing you all the best.

[@MaxiChannel16]

'Vastly more interesting than myself' - Probably a throwaway line, but those videos you made only happened because someone have the drive and vision to make it happen, please don't sell yourself short with such sayings! I really came to enjoy your back and forth with some of the experts, especially Jonathan Ferguson, keeper of arms and artillery at the Royal Armouries Museum.

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

Agreed!

[@wyattrippy5939]

Not only were you and Jonathan pivotal in the direction of gamespot, you guys were also pivotal in making firearms as a subject more palatable for people who otherwise may have disliked firearms. You and Jonathan brought an understanding element as well as an entertaining element to firearms that de-politicized them for many people inside and outside the U.S. I can say I hope for this and that, and I'd be lying if I said I wouldn’t want another expert reacts series. Not just with Jonathan, but other experts and how their profession pertains to games. Outside of content, I also hope that you and Jonathan get to work together in ways that aren't entirely publicized. I hope what you do next brings you joy. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making loadout and the expert reacts series. You guys, as well as your team at gamespot, helped make some of the best content on the internet during the pandemic and I hope you're as happy with your work as we all are. Cheers from the U.S.

[@JonathanFergusonRoyalArmouries]

Thank you - that was (and is) absolutely one of my (our) goals. Not only no politics, but to make the subject interesting and accessible whether you're passionate about it or wary of it.

[@AGenericMoron]

I have to say these videos have been a good display of a kind of fascination and intrigue and a voice that firearms content on KZbin is frequently lacking - a reasonable, respectful, self-aware interest in weapons and their use (Forgotten Weapons is a similarly good and thoughtful resource). A lot of videos, even ones produced by people that have a detailed fascination with firearms mechanics, seem to come from a perspective that fetishises firearms and the activity of shooting and revels in how badass they make them feel. It's all very overindulgent and performative and often yes unfortunately politically charged. Which makes it all the more impressive that Dave's firearms content for Gamespot was so well-grounded, as video games are often very indulgent and excessive . I don't know if that difference is due to Dave's direction or Jonathan's input, but overall they did a really great job of something that could have very easily been obnoxiously and insensitively handled, and made quite charming and intriguing content of it instead.

[@andyboyd7511]

Sure seemed like your videos were the most popular on Gamespot’s channel, crazy they’d let you leave

[@thegoldenpepper8702]

By like a factor of 10 on the least performing firearm expert react ones too. The ones that did "well" got so many more views. Like 5k for the other videos compared to 250k-500k or more

[@eom1682]

@@thegoldenpepper8702 putting on my conspiracy hat here but this jsut smells like it isnt the youtube views that give them money. It seems they are just focused on very probably hosting trailers and paid promotions of games.

[@magsaysay84]

@@eom1682Yep. Doesn't matter how many people like something. If it isn't making money, who f*cking cares, right? That's the point of capitalism. If it isn't profitable, then it doesn't matter. GameSpot just did the math. They figured they can make more money or, at the very least, spend less money, on stuff that isn't directly profitable to them. If you live under capitalism, how is this possibly a surprise?

[@Boyahda]

Sites like GameSpot, Polygon, Kotaku etc. are dying a slow death. Their site traffic has been slowly declining for years so it's no surprise at all that in a desperate attempt to save money they would start letting people go.

[@ronwingrove683]

This is the ONE TIME the "suggested" feed from YT actually came up with something/someone interesting. Good to see you again, Dave! Wishing you all the best for the future, and I wish I had more than one sub to throw at you. Keep up the great work!

[@JakeyBaby6]

I feel like Expert Reacts hit its stride just as it got cancelled. Putting yourself on Camera alongside Jonathan really made it better. Having the rapport between yourselves and being able to hear your reasoning for things etc. As well as a target for Jonathans disgust at the cursed nonsense you pulled out was brilliant. Also not enough people are talking about being sad about Loadout. With Christmas coming up i was all set for the next Series of it! The last one was the best yet.

[@mercenarygundam1487]

Go Independent is all I can suggest.

[@HXRDWIREDGaming]

Competition is insane, it's all Rage/Emotional bait, Informative or Memes. It's not the same as when he started, it's going to be basically doing it all over again. He has better odds of finding a new media company and moving forward there.

[@ArifRWinandar]

@@HXRDWIREDGaming Looks like Dave could use a Second Wind.

[@dhk7986]

Nick seems to be a fan, but he replied in a reddit thread that Dave doesn't need them to be successful. "Haha if it all worked like that for sure! That said, if he's got all that equipment and can do it all himself, can almost bet he'll launch a Patreon and just hire an editor to do it for him. He'd make way more money on his own than with us. No plans to hire anyone new for the forseeable future on our end!" I'm supporting both either way.

[@theInfiniteEgg-z8i]

@@dhk7986 That sounds more like him saying "stop telling us to hire random youtubers we don't know or care about who got fired".

[@twilightsparkle5062]

Thanks for an update, Dave! GameSpot channel died for me without expert reacts series. And thx to mysterious algorithms giving me this video. Good luck to you with your journey! Hope to see you with Jonathan together again!

[@panko2848]

2:25 that was such a "say the line Bart!" moment lmao, and yes, I cheered.

[@owainrichards4372]

I know I’m not alone in this the only reason I was subscribed to gamespot was for expert reacts series (especially firearms expert reacts). If could start a new series doing the same thing or maybe even expanding on the idea for example Jonathan and someone who designed/animated the in game firearms would be amazing and interesting. Either way it’s gamespot’s lose don’t know what the hell they were thinking. Keep up the amazing work!

[@unclebulgaria2105]

"Johnathan Ferguson reacts to the most cursed guns Dave can come up with" series please

[@Swedishmafia101MemeCorporation]

I sincerely hope you manage to continue Experts Reacts in some way, somehow. It was one of my favourite series on all of KZbin. Not only with My Boi Ferguson, but also all the other experts we got to see too!

[@dogeypirate1814]

I was very bummed out. When Expert React ended. Your videos are the reason I watch Gamespot really. I hope that you find a way to continue this series with Jonathan.

[@dbondodst007]

So what Im hearing is Game spot has nothing going for it anymore. I really hope you can keep doing some of the things you were doing should you wish, I was SO excited for Johnathan to look at the weapons in Stalker 2.But Godspeed to you and whatever you choose to do now. Good luck, and look forward to see it all. And Im sure Keeper of Firearms and Artillery at the Royal Armouries Museum in the UK will keep in touch with ya...

[@JS-ct3kr]

Literally the only reason I paid attention to Gamespot was because of you and Jonathan's expert react stuff. Redundant my ass. Onto bigger and better things for you brother.

[@JUDDASAURUS]

Firearms expert reacts series was part of my sunday morning routine. Hope you and Jonathan (and your team) can work together again.

[@ForestRaptor]

Yes because we want more of your shenanigans with your brilliant mind! Getting experts to give their tea over video game content is the most brilliant move has done and it needs to keep going

[@maxvel0city906]

Gamespots loss, You're a fantastic journalist and I've really enjoyed your content especially Expert reacts and loadout. Looking forward to your new channel and the content you produce.👍

[@MrMKR]

I literally only watched gamespot for you and Jonathan. Explaining about behind the scenes with your team is great insight. Will definitely subscribe 😀

[@calebmapp7096]

This is a brand new beginning. Just like when Jim Sterling went freelance back in the day. Big things in your future, Dave.

[@akora42]

I'm super down to see you making independent content reacting and explaining game stuff, not just necessarily weapons, you truly seem to enjoy gaming and firearm history and design, unlike some other jornalists, and it is always exciting to see someone talk about something they are passionate about, even if they don't have as deep knowledge as someone like Jonathan Ferguson Keeper of Firearms and artillery at the Royal Armouries Museum in the UK, which houses a collection of thousands of iconic weapons from throughout history, you are a very charismatic person and and along with Jonathan, did an awesome job explaining some more technical stuff to lay people, as much as I love Jonathan, the series couldn't have happened without you, so I truly hope you keep putting out content that you like, and I hope you can work again with Jonathan in some capacity in the future, wish you success man, its a shame Gamespot let you go, and I'm sure they'll regret that decision. P.S. I look forward for a Dave reacts to STALKER 2 firearms

[@camerontungate]

I will miss your content made with Gamespot and whenever you interact with Johnathan Ferguson. Firearms Expert Reacts has got to be one of my favourite series on KZbin. I'm deeply saddened I won't see it anymore, but there are several hours of it to rewatch. Through that series, I've had to watch a lot of Johnthan's stuff at the Royal Armouries, which led to other similar channels I've grown to love. Thanks for all the great work.

[@KronanKreative]

I was completely unaware of this till now! I'm glad you popped up as a suggestion. The stuff you made is what kept me watching GameSpot content

[@terrywatkins]

Yourself and the Experts React and Loadout series were the only reason I had to watch Gamespot's content. Their loss. I was glad you guys got to get the SOG Prairie Fire video out at least. One of my favourite details in that DLC is how the mounted M60s often have C-Ration tins snapped into their belt-bracket (they just happened to be a perfect fit) - this was an actual field modification, done to help avoid the belt snagging on the gun's receiver whilst feeding. Anyway, I'm interested to see what you do next, and I hope yourself and Jonathan will have the opportunity to collaborate again.

[@chrisball3778]

Whoever decided to make you redundant must have completely broken their brain. You put together a really great team of experts that consistently made entertaining and informative content that drew in a whole new audience to their channel. Throwing that away is just idiotic. The developing rapport over your work with Jonathan was a key part of what made it so great. The running jokes, the way you gradually learned more about the world of guns from him (til you were occasionally able to spot things he missed), and your continuing efforts to drive him mad with cursed gun models were all key parts of the fun for viewers. Best of luck.

[@chayforster5138]

You NEED to find a way to continue and/or rebrand the expert reacts to firearms with Jonathan. I’ve binged hours of it and would love to see more from even more games or different media. You guys are awesome

[@astrangeformoflife]

I have your intro for “this is Jonathon Ferguson” saved on my notes it’s such a comfort to me. Thank you man:)

[@bebop_557]

I know you mainly through Ferguson's work. His back probably hurts from carrying so many youtube channels, but you were the man behind the man putting in the work make sure his stuff was consistently delivered to us in a timely manner. And for that, I thank you.

[@gravelycritical]

Im so sad that the series ended. It was an absolute joy watching you and Jonathan break things down together. I can't wait to see what you will do in the future, mate. Definitely going to be sticking around.

[@SerathDarklands]

I only ever watch GameSpot videos when it's you and Jonathan Ferguson. I only ended up clicking on your channel when I saw your pinned comment on the video covering Black, about five minutes ago. It's gonna be weird not having you on the show. I hope you have nothing but success going forward.

[@mattrobinson779]

Really surprised to see this come up, genuinely only really subscribed to GameSpot for the content you presented so I’ll happily trade that sub for this! Game journalism seems to have been on the down turn over the past year or so, the content you provided was unique and interesting by comparison so it’s a little hard to understand their decision, but their loss. Look forward to seeing what you come up with, and based on the bromanship you and Johnathan seem to have, I doubt we won’t see another collab again in the near future. Best of luck bud, I’m sure you will pick up something in no time.

[@ColinTheShark]

I found your work (and gamespot) specifically through your series on game weapons with Jonathan. Pretty much the only series I watched on gamespot lol I hope you can find a way to continue such a series with Jonathan, or other knowledgeable people, and if not, can produce your own content. When I got wind of the news, I pretty much immediately subbed here. Wishing you all the best

[@anotherjones5384]

I've been frantically searching for answers why the expert reacts hadn't been posted for a while and when I saw this hit it straight away. I'm glad to see that you aren't pulling away from the platform Dave. I love your idea of a bit of back story and behind the scenes of your previous works. Good on you mate, keep it all up

[@dieudonnesaive6603]

Would love to see behind the scenes, and more about the expert reacts with Jonathan! Wasn’t subscribed until now, but load out and expert reacts always made my day, and you were always a big part of it. Praying for your job hunt!

[@helavatar]

Like so many others. The Loadout and Expert Reacts videos were what I watched. Some behind the scenes would be cool - bloopers especially.

[@hollowcat705]

I loved your gamespot videos, they're the only ones I watched. Even if it has to have less production value, please do continue those series! You can do it! Love from Spain :)

[@KinderHarpy]

Firearms Expert Reacts was the only series I watched regularly on KZbin these past few years, and I did so from the very beginning to the end. I'm really happy that it kept going for as long as it did, and that you, Jonathan, and all others involved kept it to such a high standard and made it so consistently interesting and entertaining. A highlight of the series lifespan began at the point when you yourself, Dave, started taking some more space in the videos and we got to see more of your interactions and chemistry with Jonathan. So there's no doubt in my mind that you'll keep making excellent entertaining content, whether it's on here, on twitch, or perhaps wherever you may end up working in the future. Looking forward to whatever comes next!!

[@michaelanderson6394]

I certainly hope we can see you and Jonathan on camera together again (especially considering you said you have the Valkyria Chronicles footage!), as well as other wonderfully interesting people. But until that wonderful day finally arrives, I’d be interested in seeing some behind the scenes stuff, detailing what it was like capturing footage, stuff that was left on the cutting room floor, your personal experiences with the games you were talking about, I’d love to see it.

[@lukealexander6680]

Friend of a friend here - very sorry to hear this has happened. Fwiw your content was the only thing on Gamespot that I've enjoyed/looked forward to in a long time (looking through the comments I'm not the only one). Hope you have every success in whatever you decide to do next

[@sdx3918]

You, Jonathan and the other experts are honestly the reason why I am still aware of Gamespot YT. Gutted that you were let go man, an episode on CoD BO6 would've been peak..

[@DGPlays94]

You and Jonathan were literally the only reason I watched any gamespot videos. You guys were so funny and entertaining together. I look forward to seeing what you do and where you go in the future. 😁

[@krisweavill5714]

I started with Firearms Reacts, and even went and met Jonathan at Leeds a couple of years ago... but I'm here for your banter and Warhammer now.

[@Tychus]

How can you be made redundant when you have an unique spot on the channel ? I'm only subscribed to Gamespot for the work you and Jonathan do together, I'm pretty sure it is one of, if not THE most watched stuff there, I'm really shocked they made this decision... Hope to see you two collaborate again soon, there's not another duo like you in geek'n'guns culture !

[@Psycorde]

You can be sure that the person who made this decision is the one who should've been fired instead.

[@scannerbarkly]

Best of luck, buddy! Looking forward to seeing what you do.

[@Akenna98]

In my youtube recap for the year gamespot was one of my most viewed channels purely from the expert reacts series. Some of my favourite content on KZbin, I hope the best for you and can't wait to see what you do next!

[@dhk7986]

My timezone didn't allow me to catch you live, but I enjoyed your first two streams. Looking forward to what the future holds for Dave Jewitt, maker of videos and documentaries at the Irregular Dave Channel in the UK, who made hundreds of iconic videos throughout history.

[@foowashere]

Haha, spot on there!

[@JackFoxtrotEDM]

@@foowashereGame-spot on there!

[@ygorschuma3059]

Dave, you were the SOUL of GameSpot, your voice is immediately recognized by everyone here at my home, even my parents who don't speak english, already know you're the guy from the Expert Reacts because of how many videos I've watched. You were the reason many thousands watched GameSpot videos, and them deeming you "redundant" is nothing short of unfair, I genuinely hope your journey from now on goes for the best, getting to know people and create content you probably weren't able at the time working with GameSpot. Let's hope for one day you and Henry Cavill get to do a video together 😅

[@aMiyafuji]

I watched the firearms expects reacts videos for years, but the last few were my favorite as you and Johnathan talked back and forth more and more. I sure hope you two can continue to work together, because you guys are great together. Either way, liked and clicked the bell, I'm still interested to see where things go

[@Narfwak]

your content was literally the only reason I ever watched anything on GameSpot's channel. I'm not sure how they could make you "redundant"

[@Rawnblade1213]

Your collaboration with Jonathon is truly special and I can’t see what you come up with next!

[@tangero3462]

Whatever comes, I'm stoked for it. You're a fantastic presenter and bring a good base of knowledge to the table in a way a lot of others don't. Best of luck for the coming endeavors!

[@davidashurov5255]

Gamespot genuinely doesn't understand how beneficial you were for them, primarily with your experts reacts content especially with someone like Johnathan Ferguson which in my opinion was a very big mindshare of content for them. You and Johnathan worked so good I hope you two can make more content together; You two are genuinely are a dynamic duo and I hope we can see more of that content. Not even getting to the warhammer contet which helped me get some understanding into that world. Sincerely big ups man.a

[@_Bungus]

With you all the way, Dave! Even though I will always be a little sad if I never get to see you and Jonathan talking about guns in games together again, you're getting my subscription. Been wanting to get into Warhammer somehow anyway... perhaps your channel will help me in that regard

[@Kosmomayn]

I remember your dayz mod videos!! Espeically the one episode where you are fending of wild russians in the stairs of a firestation while them yelling "IM FRIENDLY, IM FRIENDLY"

[@fancyultrafresh3264]

I had no idea what was going on so I am thankful the algorithm didn't fail me. Another subscribe sir, I'll truly miss watching you and Jonathan with my coffee on quiet Sunday mornings.

[@blightspreadergames1110]

The final Expert Reacts video has almost thrice the views as the next highest video for that week. Your position wasn't redundant. Gamespot IS redundant. Good luck in your future endeavors, Dave!

[@Tibruk64]

Your Royal Armouries intro is burnt into my head as well. I wish you the best going forward.

[@mrdubtee1873]

You aren't redundant, you produced, and created really genuinely interesting content as well as hosted amazing guests with great questions/pacing. I am positive you will land where you want to be, but I am happy to support you in transition. Cheers brother

[@fable5214]

You and Jonathan are a good duo, You need to continue it!

[@Triad_Orion]

I jumped on board here and followed on Twitch after hearing the news. Wanted to say again that I appreciated all the hard work everyone put into Expert Reacts and Loadout, and how I very much enjoyed those projects. Always a highlight in the week. So I'll be sticking around. As ever, wishing you the best, and hope everything ahead goes well.

[@MatthewMe]

Loved your work with Jonathan, and hope to see you collaborating again soon. You guys were must watch for me every week. Subscribing, and will be interested in seeing your new adventures.

[@Destroyer12334]

Subscribed - wishing you the best as a fellow 30-something going through life changes too. Excited to see where you go, what you do, and who you connect with next!

[@torgranael]

So many people (myself included) only watched GameSpot for your content, so I cannot fathom how you of all people get made redundant. Not that I dislike the other content, it just didn't catch my eye the same way Firearms Expert Reacts and Loadout did. Also, I'm sure everyone here appreciates you said the full thing. Edit: I don't remeber his name, but the medieval armour expert was also pretty cool. I only remember him from the Warhammer videos.

[@robertpaulson2946]

i can't wait to see where your channel goes!

[@ragedrako]

I will admit, you're Experts React series was the only one I watched from Gamespot, so seeing you made redundant is disappointing, because I looked forward to Saturdays because of it. However, now that i know you will be over here now, have earned you a new subscriber. Godspeed, good sir.

[@OfficialTygo]

I mean. I never watched anything on Gamespot other than Loadout and Experts React and anything you made with Jonathan, and the numbers dont lie. Gamespot rarely get any views unless you or Jonathan were involved lol

[@perrenchan6600]

Wish you all the best. Loved the Expert reacts series. I am still holding out for hope to see Toby react and breakdown the Space Marine Armouring sequence and to hear his inputs and breakdowns.

[@AaltopahWi]

You were literally the only person whose content i went to actively look for in gamespots channel (without subscribing because rest was icky). All the best to you dude, will be cheering you on and following whatever you'll end up doing!

[@CaptBaker]

Dave, I saw this on LinkedIn first of all where Paul (Fam), who is one of my closest friends in life, commented on your post. Absolutely shocked me that you were made redundant. I feel where you are as well because i have also made redundant in my current role. Absolutely is beggars belief that you, of all people, were made redundant considering the popularity of those videos, and honestly they were the only gamespot videos i watched. Subbed to here and i look forward to seeing what comes next for you

[@hendrix24]

Whatever you choose to do I will be right here waiting to watch. I very much enjoy your on screen presence and given that your interests and style of content are absolutely right up my alley I am eager to see what comes next. Best of luck.

[@crispybread9554]

I hope you and Johnathan can keep doing something along the lines of the firearms expect reacts. I always enjoyed seeing your videos releasing along side a high profile game I was interested in

[@jamois]

Oh man, Dave, I’m so sorry to hear you were let go. Subbed to you here, and I’m looking forward to whatever you do next. I’m sure you’ll land on your feet. Best of luck!

[@JKirkInTexas]

Great update, I like others of course hope for a resurgence of both you and Jonathan working on things again. But I'm believing for the best for you and him, in your futures. You got to subscriber I'm very excited to see where you go.

[@chaosXP3RT]

I am one of those who followed you on Gamespot and now I'm interested in your future! You make such good video game... videos!

[@jeramyneeley3351]

I loved the content you were involved in at gamespot, I cant say I watched any other video from GS aside from yours. They made subscribing to Gamestop redundant for me. I hope whatever your future has in store, its a fun ride and you prosper.

[@blackdog6969]

Dave and Jonathan Co-op Gaming would be a banger if you could make that happen. Wild thought that's unlikely but hey, a man can dream. Just glad you guys are still around in the YT/Twitch spaces

[@takoshihitsamaru4675]

Hey Dave. Sorry for the wall of text (I love writing). I, like many here discovered you through the experts react series, and though most might say Jonathan stole the spotlight there, I personally really enjoyed what you brought to the table as both the gaming veteran (Jonathan's no slouch himself), and also the bridge between the two worlds and more importantly, the host of such a great series. I really loved how much more hands on you were able to be with Loadout especially. Now, I'm going to say something that I can't help but imagine many of us are thinking. To be made redundant after nearly 10 years, numerous successful company projects, and in particular; a wildly successful series that in no small way, gave your company a big boost in viewership; is not only ludicrous, but rather mean spirited. Obviously we don't know all the details, and likely never will. That's between you and your former employers. I just want you to know that this is a massive loss for them and one I don't doubt they will feel in due time. Am I going to swear off watching Gamespot now? Look, probably not, I still greatly enjoy Kurt, Lucy and Tam's content. But much like Tango Gameworks, I won't be quick to forget what happened here. Anyway, of course I'm subscribing here hahaha

[@Jedwoods]

I can't speak to Gamespot, but I visited the Royal Armouries Museum (that houses a yes yes, on we go) last weekend. I spent about 4 hours in there total, across a day. It being free entry helped as we could take a break for lunch then return. The collection was dense and fascinating, though I wish there had been more modern equipment on display - the most up-to-date displays were WWII. Loved it, thank you for exposing me to the museum/experts in house, good luck going forward.

[@GODOFMAYHEM96]

I think going over Weapon's Expert React's videos would be pretty cool as a behind the scenes kinda thing! Very interested to hear why certain games were picked!

[@alanfhall6450]

Hi Dave, I'm not a gamer and I only really followed you through your Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of etc etc content but I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. I've subscribed to this channel and look forward to keeping up with you. All the best, Alan 🤠

[@lsufantc0409]

How do they make you redundant when your Expert Reacts and Loadout series were the only things on that channel I consistently watched?! Now GameSpot is dead to me.

[@gabrieloliveiralima3772]

I'm sad that gamespot let you go, but im safe in saying that im not alone in how eager I am to look at your new content/stuff here on this channel. Good tidings Dave, It'll all work out for sure!

[@r3ktfox146]

Over the last decade you've been the only reason I've watched a gamespot vid, as far as I cared you were GameSpot, I've always felt like gamespot was been going down hill but you kept me interested mate

[@willyum3920]

he said it!! he said the thing!!! Wishing you the best of luck with this channel and whatever else you do. In part because I enjoyed so many hours of your Gamespot content so thanks for all of that but also because you seem like a good egg. Be strong, be brave and if all else fails, maybe Jonathan will let you hold his emotional support MP5 or Sturmgewehr etc. best of luck sir

[@vlert]

Best of luck! Hope the channel does well and everything goes great for you!

[@witchqueennicolette]

Absolutely insane they would let you go, your stuff is the only thing I think I ever watched on their channel. Wanted to stop by and give this a boost in views and comments, and say your stuff is amazing. I totally understand why you want to grow your identity and "brand" if we call it that and reach out to new places, but I do think given that I think most people know you for expert reacts stuff that it would be a good place to start your new solo stuff off by finding a way to do stuff similar to it even if it needs to be in a smaller form.