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    Time to take a look back at the biggest games, events and people that defined the videogames industry in 2022.
    #ThisWeekInVideogames #2022
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  • @SkillUp
    @SkillUp  Před rokem +112

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    • @thecooleraliguar
      @thecooleraliguar Před rokem +4

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    • @scagmo_au
      @scagmo_au Před rokem

      You say vodka and xanax, but I only have champagne and pristiq......does this pass the Skill Up seal pf approval?

    • @ietsbram
      @ietsbram Před rokem

      You realize that all the stuff you say ''we all remember/did/experienced'' are pretty fucking niche right?

    • @sabbylmao
      @sabbylmao Před rokem

      Still waiting for code SHILLUP

    • @michaelmonstar4276
      @michaelmonstar4276 Před rokem

      “…given that Mick is a dude with a synthesizer…” made me laugh out loud. 😆 Probably because I’m also just a mere creative.

  • @danielkatzman3406
    @danielkatzman3406 Před rokem +1125

    Skill up is the only gaming reviewer that I can just stop everything I'm doing and watch a 40-minute review.

    • @MegaJackolope
      @MegaJackolope Před rokem

      And the guality of the reviews has been taking a nose dive. He seems to obsessed with remaining neutral or shitting on games that aren't up his alley. 40 min of pussyfooting around calling Midnight Suns bad and unworthy of your time. ShillUp reviews for sure

    • @franciscomendonca8
      @franciscomendonca8 Před rokem +14

      Acg too, and that's it

    • @mr.woowoo8826
      @mr.woowoo8826 Před rokem

      @@franciscomendonca8 👆👆👆

    • @rishavtimilsena
      @rishavtimilsena Před rokem +5

      Also one where you can stop anywhere anytime in the video and come back and not forget what he said before and not miss anything.

    • @thomasbritten1251
      @thomasbritten1251 Před rokem +1

      wholeheartedly agree, the gaming industry just wouldnt be the same without skill up

  • @hitoshinohara6160
    @hitoshinohara6160 Před rokem +3744

    I recommend : SkillUp

  • @MrCoolinschool
    @MrCoolinschool Před rokem +559

    Why Skillup wasn't nominated for best content creator at the Game Awards is beyond me. This is the best Gaming news source out there, here's to another year of quality content!

    • @Vesperon
      @Vesperon Před rokem +34

      I had no idea who any of those "content creators" that were nominated were

    • @paulmememan508
      @paulmememan508 Před rokem +53

      @@Vesperon Eh, I've heard of Ludwig but I didn't even know he was a gaming content creator. I checked his channel and it's all CZcams drama BS/slapfighting and chess boxing/ reacting BS. He was the "gaming" content creator of the year? REALLY? What the fuck lmao

    • @MyWORDisntGospel
      @MyWORDisntGospel Před rokem +3

      I feel the same way when I see Skill Ups follower count. How is this man (and his bros) not* more popular?

    • @amberharvey4566
      @amberharvey4566 Před rokem +5

      @@paulmememan508 he used to be a big name in competitive smash bro's and he started as a gamer on twitch, he came to youtube just over a year ago and his content changes to what youtubers need to survive basically.

    • @DanteHellDrive
      @DanteHellDrive Před rokem

      IGN would've paid for that shit and won anyways just like their paid reviews

  • @zainwasfi
    @zainwasfi Před rokem +43

    Man this channel is like the good old gaming magazines in terms of on-point consistent professionalism. It's exciting to follow, like watching an episode of the old Top Gear. This video has everything. Thanks for the work you do.

    • @ts_175
      @ts_175 Před 7 měsíci

      Yeah man, as the once-edgy level of casualness of CZcams journalism became the norm, it starts to become apparent why the confident professionalism of CZcamsrs like Shillup and big-name publications was a standard in the first place

  • @brettaxel2870
    @brettaxel2870 Před rokem +921

    “Scorn divided people, but not me, I’m still in one piece”…
    Skillup, this video contains arguably your best writing of 2022.

    • @jimmythegamer2231
      @jimmythegamer2231 Před rokem +15

      Ikr right, the moment I heard that quote, I was like "damn, that's some clever writing SkillUp" lol.

    • @brettaxel2870
      @brettaxel2870 Před rokem +23

      @@jimmythegamer2231 Another great line I heard that I wanted to comment about was “the player base arched like a stroked cat” when talking about Cyberpunk 😂

    • @brianhoward9649
      @brianhoward9649 Před rokem +4

      Yeah, subtle but at the same time not. Great one liner.

    • @tombrand236
      @tombrand236 Před rokem +11

      I’ve really only played two games properly this year: Elden Ring and MW2. I’ve loved both but ER has been the best game I’ve played -- maybe ever?
      I also loved Hades whilst it was on Gamepass.

    • @ghostlegit
      @ghostlegit Před rokem +4

      @@tombrand236 best game ever??? Bro ur not serious

  • @liansasnail
    @liansasnail Před rokem +537

    Really appreciate your coverage this past year, seriously. It must be a ton of effort for you and Austin, you're both doing great work.

    • @dv4497
      @dv4497 Před rokem +8

      Don't give Austin too much credit. He might demand better pay and benefits, which will inevitably lead to SU firing him and the end of the channel.

    • @onemorescout
      @onemorescout Před rokem +9

      @@dv4497 He’ll unionize

    • @beneath8651
      @beneath8651 Před rokem

      Agree

    • @btchiaintkidding7837
      @btchiaintkidding7837 Před rokem +3

      i wish he tried playing SiGNALiS ,
      an absolute gem of a game which is just getting shadowed coming out this late in the year

    • @juliettebarasch6180
      @juliettebarasch6180 Před rokem +2

      Agreed, Signalis is fantastic

  • @joshmclovin
    @joshmclovin Před rokem +220

    Please don't skip this: it's insane to me that Ralph sums up the entire year in gaming sub an hour when most episodes of "this week in gaming" are 30 minutes plus. I can't wait for another year of this series and reviews, Austin's editing still goes unmatched in this space. Keep up the great work you two and enjoy your holiday!

  • @Kaldor_Draigo
    @Kaldor_Draigo Před rokem +4

    Every time I hope on this channel, it's like walking into my favourite bar/restaurant/friend's house. Ralph you're eloquant, funny, honest and able to present information in a relatable way without skimping on important information. Keeping up with the games industry is a joy thanks to your work.
    Your reviews for games such as Elden Ring and Ragnarok make me proud to part of a community that is able to appreciate the immaculate quality of your reporting. 2022 had it's ups and downs and 2023 looks to be equally as volatile, but knowing I'll have more of your content to get through makes things better.
    Cheers mate, and have a good holiday season.

  • @Tyrantofthewind
    @Tyrantofthewind Před rokem +285

    I knew that Elden Ring drop was coming and still laughed. Congrats on surviving another year covering this industry!

    • @erichall090909
      @erichall090909 Před rokem +4

      @@engie8015I love the games the only thing I hate is the terrible coop system. Other than that they are amazing

    • @krispybowgod9656
      @krispybowgod9656 Před rokem +5

      @ComfyCat sekiro is the best fromsoftware game. It was the first I played and still remains my fave. Combat system is so good

    • @hexthehardcorecasual
      @hexthehardcorecasual Před rokem

      @ComfyCat That's how it happens. You dip you toe into Souls then before you know it you're neck deep.

  • @MoonTiger88
    @MoonTiger88 Před rokem +109

    That Babylon's Fall check back later poke was so well deserved, loved it 😃

  • @MysticalGamer365
    @MysticalGamer365 Před rokem +18

    Thank you Ralph and Austin for all of your hard work this year, top tier quality content as always. The amount of effort you put into your videos is appreciated and doesn't go unnoticed. Enjoy a well deserved break guys.

  • @Alorand
    @Alorand Před rokem +6

    I don't remember when I found this channel but SkillUp has become the starting point, the definitive voice that I listen to for the first takes on anything related to Games and Gaming.

  • @ninobecirevic7135
    @ninobecirevic7135 Před rokem +50

    That horizon to elden ring transition was fire.

  • @KrsJin
    @KrsJin Před rokem +75

    It’s so gross how clear it is that 2022 paid you for this recommendation.
    For real this year was great. Truly the year of AA and Indie games. Loved it. Thank you for this recap!

    • @hkr667
      @hkr667 Před rokem +9

      Shillup living up to his name again, selling out for those 2022 dollars. I bet ralph praised 2022 just so he could get a review code for the 2023 beta

    • @0miy0
      @0miy0 Před rokem +3

      It was a great year for everything imo AAA, AA, A

    • @KrsJin
      @KrsJin Před rokem +3

      @@0miy0 Agreed really, just the amount of AAA bangers seemed a little lower to me. Still some amazing ones though.

  • @whydoistillusethissite8626

    These are always my favourite episodes of TWIVG, ever since it started up at the end of 2020. Just something about reminiscing about the past year and the events that transpired in it fill me with nostalgia. Loved it in 2020, loved it in 2021, loved it now, and I hope it continues forever.

  • @zenmindgamer
    @zenmindgamer Před rokem +5

    Holy hell, this was the end of year blast from the non-past that I needed. 2022 seems like it flew by but you've condensed SO much that I was there for in a 40 minute video that it's mindboggling how much I actually existed to observe or experience. Keep up the excellent work, Skill Up. Best gaming/pop culture channel around.

  • @ThePRIfication
    @ThePRIfication Před rokem +116

    Probably one of, if not my favorite game reviewer/news channels. Looking forward to next year! Big things are coming!

  • @ItsShatter
    @ItsShatter Před rokem +136

    2022 has been my best year yet. Elden Ring literally changed my life!

    • @mechanicalmonk2020
      @mechanicalmonk2020 Před rokem +42

      Same. Before Elden Ring came out I was someone who hadn't played Elden Ring. Now I live the life of someone who has played Elden Ring.
      Then again that kind of life changing experience applies to all games, and all things 🤔

    • @ClipperFanW
      @ClipperFanW Před rokem +19

      How sad must your life be to have a game change your life?

    • @cactuss33ds
      @cactuss33ds Před rokem +9

      @@ClipperFanW 🤫

    • @Shadow---
      @Shadow--- Před rokem

      @@ClipperFanW You are either a kid or just fucking stupid

    • @Shadow---
      @Shadow--- Před rokem

      @@ClipperFanW Wait mb if you're actually disabled, forgot about that one.

  • @andrewfox4467
    @andrewfox4467 Před rokem

    The best end to 2022. We are blessed to have you in our industry. Thankyou for covering the year so eloquently, and looking forward to more in the new year. Merry Christmas to you and your family from rainy London. 🇬🇧

  • @Inogat
    @Inogat Před rokem +5

    This is so well written and so well put together and I just don't know when or how you sleep my dude! I know you have an editor but still this channel overall feels like it's 9 people diligently working and not just 2 persons.
    What I am trying to say is good job on a superb year and looking forward to spending another year enjoying this quality product of yours!

  • @anbujayy4099
    @anbujayy4099 Před rokem +30

    This week in video games has become something I look forward to every week❤

  • @Awesm0e
    @Awesm0e Před rokem +86

    Love u, Shillup. After TB was taken from us, there was a deep void not only in the hearts of gamers, but also in the video game (and podcast-) coverage. While this void will never be completely filled ever, for me, you came closest to doing so. Hope you can give us more excellent news and reviews in 2023, I will be looking forward to each and any of them.

    • @adityaunnava4304
      @adityaunnava4304 Před rokem +1

      What's tb?

    • @chiboiscool3583
      @chiboiscool3583 Před rokem +13

      @@adityaunnava4304 Total Biscuit, a youtube channel. He made great discussion/review videos on games but passed away from cancer a few years ago.

    • @magic3383
      @magic3383 Před rokem +5

      @@adityaunnava4304 Total Biscuit, The Cynical Brit. The best videogame CZcams channel that ever existed.

    • @ILostMyKeys
      @ILostMyKeys Před rokem +4

      @@adityaunnava4304 the actual reason pc games have decent options menus and run above 30fps. Godspeed TB

    • @CrispyHulk1
      @CrispyHulk1 Před rokem +15

      Total Biscuit was a pioneer in high quality game critique, was profoundly intelligent and pro-consumer. He was the people’s champion and the void he left was immeasurable. Skill Up is a much needed supporter of healthy gaming culture.

  • @aslindehecate
    @aslindehecate Před rokem +1

    I always super appreciate these end of the year videos from Skill Up; really makes some have perspective on the year I might've not had, as most things tend to be forgotten with time.

  • @ryo-kai8587
    @ryo-kai8587 Před rokem +8

    Ralph, I just want to thank you for all the hard work you put in; Skill Up is legitimately the best channel for both reviews _and_ gaming news. I appreciate the depth of insight and artistry in your content, as well as the eloquent way you communicate it - all while making us laugh at just the right moments. Here's to another great year for Shill Up!
    Austin, you rock! Your work does not go unnoticed. The flow and pacing is perfect, every time.

  • @broc4354
    @broc4354 Před rokem +34

    I had forgotten about some of these stories, so this video was really fun! Thanks for all of the hard work, Skillup! Enjoy your time off!

  • @michaelrulz45
    @michaelrulz45 Před rokem +3

    We love you, ShillUp! By far my favorite YT channel, and one of very, very few reliable game reviewers. I've watched every TWIVG, making it a ritual I look forward too, even if I've read most of the highlights on reddit or wherever. Happy holidays to everyone!

  • @stevie_caldwell
    @stevie_caldwell Před rokem +2

    Shill Up - thanks for such a great year of content despite your home being flooded and having to play Diablo Immortal.

  • @therotten6152
    @therotten6152 Před rokem +1

    Geez, these yearly recaps are great. I can't believe all this stuff happened just this year. Before this video, I would have sworn at least 1/3 of these stories were from last year. Time sure flies.
    Thanks Ralph! Awesome as always. Keep up the great work.

  • @Ho1yHotCakes.
    @Ho1yHotCakes. Před rokem +3

    I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Ralph, you truly bring something to the video games community that nobody else has been able to capture. There are plenty of gaming news channels and sources, but only one SkillUp. Thanks for another great year, I wish you the best holiday, and can't wait to see what you bring us next year. Whatever it is, I'm here for it! Cheers!

  • @jamesburton4352
    @jamesburton4352 Před rokem +6

    I enjoyed the old Laymen gaming news, but this week in video games is a lot more digestible and the edited content seems to flow a lot better. Appreciate you man.

  • @mafiacat88
    @mafiacat88 Před rokem +3

    I can honestly say I look forward to these; it's nice to look back and see how the year went with a bit of distance on most of it, and plus skill up videos are always fun.
    It's a little sad then that this is the last one, what with the entire skill up crew likely having a mental breakdown sometime around late February 2023

  • @MrQwertyman111
    @MrQwertyman111 Před rokem +36

    No Shill Up. Thank YOU for the great work you do around here delivering us news and reviews of games. Good to see your channel grow and gain the recognition it deserves. Cheers for the sweet summary of the year 👍

  • @UnkemptBushell
    @UnkemptBushell Před rokem +6

    Thank you for keeping me informed of the hilarity of the video games industry this year, SkillBloke. Have a super Christmas. Same for Austin. Cheers!

  • @TheDRBC
    @TheDRBC Před rokem +6

    A fantastic trip down this years memory lane! Thank you for the reviews, Friends Per Second and all your content! Wishing you all the best for 2023!

  • @anasshahid224
    @anasshahid224 Před rokem +1

    2022 was a amazing year for gaming, from the incredible game releases like Elden Ring, God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West, really solid events like the Game Awards, Summer GameFest, Gamescom, it felt like how life was before the Covid-19 Pandemic, lots of announcements for new releases in 2023, like Star Wars Jedi Survivor, Suicide Squad Spider-Man 2 , man 2022 was a great year for gaming 👏👏👏
    Really enjoyed this look back at the year, it flew by big time, thank you for all the entertaining content throughout the year Skill Up! Happy Holidays everyone
    😃

  • @sparklthecat
    @sparklthecat Před rokem +2

    You have been my favorite games news creator for the past two years, and your quality has only been improving. Thank you for making entertaining and quality videos each week on top of your reviews as well. Lets hope 2023 will be even better

  • @rairai5114
    @rairai5114 Před rokem +6

    Honestly, the Indie scene has saved my interest in gaming this year. Bless those people and their creativity!

  • @kylelangford5643
    @kylelangford5643 Před rokem +6

    Skill Up.. you are the man! I’ve been following your videos all year, and I can’t put into words the amount of comfort and enjoyment I’ve received tuning in every week. Keep up the absolutely phenomenal work, you rock. Much love and success to you!💛

  • @Brandon_Watson
    @Brandon_Watson Před rokem

    I want to say that I rolled my eyes when I saw the length of this video in my feed but the way you put this together and summarize an entire Year's worth of video game news is masterful thank you

  • @Raging_goblin
    @Raging_goblin Před rokem

    Shillo mate, this is gold. Every year gets better with you along, happy 2022 brother.

  • @davidedesalvi8984
    @davidedesalvi8984 Před rokem +4

    7:51
    Skill Up: I wish them security and victory.
    Well fucking said mate.

  • @ivansmoll4818
    @ivansmoll4818 Před rokem +3

    Thank you for all you and your editor Austin do. You continue to solidify yourselves as the most reliable, entertaining, and informative outlet for gaming news. Here's to a successful 2023 and beyond!

  • @becomingpark4517
    @becomingpark4517 Před rokem

    Congrats on making it to the end! looking forward to another year in gaming with your channel.

  • @kankles6569
    @kankles6569 Před rokem

    I haven't seen you do this format in the past. I love this yearly summary

  • @JRay80
    @JRay80 Před rokem +6

    Awesome video, my G. I'm glad your channel is still growing. You're an important voice in this space. Love to you and your family. Happy holidays.

  • @nickleon58
    @nickleon58 Před rokem +3

    Ralph I get genuinely excited whenever a new vid is posted. You have to be by far the best gaming CZcamsr out there!

  • @RhysticStudies
    @RhysticStudies Před rokem

    excellent recap here. thanks for all your hard work with keeping us in the loop.

  • @zacharron
    @zacharron Před rokem

    This was an awesome 2022 wrap-up. Enjoy your holidays, Ralph!

  • @Stealthoneill
    @Stealthoneill Před rokem +5

    Been a hell of a year, thanks for spending your year showing us some games I’d never have found myself!

  • @prince_warhero
    @prince_warhero Před rokem +20

    I like how you recapped events as if reporting from that point of time rather than with their latest updates, nice format :D

  • @hunterholliday8560
    @hunterholliday8560 Před rokem +2

    Been following you since the old Division video days Ralph, really happy that you’ve grown into the CZcamsr that you have become!
    I proudly tell people about TWIVG and hope that more people flock to the great ShillUp train in 2023, cheers!

  • @danashrulez
    @danashrulez Před rokem +2

    Thanks for all the hardwork you and austin do! This week in video games is a wonderful series which I look forward to week and week again! Can't wait to see what you have in store for us next year - FPS has become probably one of the only podcast where I do not miss an episode -
    Looking forward to the GOTY video!
    Happy holidays!

  • @ChocolateAsian9000
    @ChocolateAsian9000 Před rokem +3

    February also marks me walking out of a 6 year relationship where she was being emotionally abuse to me and I finally woke up. Thanks February!

  • @Zxera
    @Zxera Před rokem +5

    I recommend SkillUp in 2023.
    I remember watching you back when you were the Division guy into Destiny just getting into Warframe and have enjoyed every evolution of your's since.

  • @themightyant.
    @themightyant. Před rokem +2

    This was such a joyous ride through 2022, great writing, humour and beautifully edited. Thank you 🙏
    Bring on 2023!

  • @somahagymasy5341
    @somahagymasy5341 Před rokem

    You have become one of my favourite content creators through 2022. I love what you bring to the gaming community!
    I wish you all the best and please for the love of Christopher Judge, keep up the awesome work! I LOVE you shillup! Happy hollidays!

  • @tobiasmayandia2861
    @tobiasmayandia2861 Před rokem +3

    Thank you for all the content! I'm not a big youtube dude, and certainly not one to often comment on stuff. But have my thanks and happy holidays!

  • @jackiechanscumrag5872
    @jackiechanscumrag5872 Před rokem +7

    I haven’t missed a video from you this entire year. The first youtuber I’ve ever done this for throughout my 21 years of living. Thank you for inspiring me to involve myself into this hell called the gaming industry. I look forward to another year of great content!

  • @PorcuDuckSlug
    @PorcuDuckSlug Před rokem

    The comment about being able to look back at these in the future is super interesting to me! I absolutely never thought of that but I realized ive already done that exact thing! Watching old episodes to reminisce will be great

  • @yehoshua761
    @yehoshua761 Před rokem

    Thank you for getting everyone through 2022

  • @SpineShank7
    @SpineShank7 Před rokem +8

    I appreciate you finding the balance in the cycle of video game news. I'm a new sub this year (if I remember right), and that's half the reason I ended up following this channel. As a former longtime Jimquisition watcher, I really needed to step back and stop subjecting myself to extremely negative news 100% of the time. Thank God for Jim Stephanie Sterling, I still agree with damn near everything they say... I just had to chill for my own mental health (especially outside of game news). It's important that the negative stuff is still reported on, but you seem to nail the proper balance.
    The other half of why I subscribed is because you actually did Nier Automata justice in your review. :P

    • @parkyercarcass
      @parkyercarcass Před rokem +1

      This is exactly why i stopped watching Jimquisition. I agree with essentially every point they make, but it's just so tilting and tiring. i know outrage and anger is necessary to push back against the industry, but it's just draining. i know i just basically re-wrote your comment, but its the first time i've noticed someone mention this and i felt seen.

  • @DarkAttackYT
    @DarkAttackYT Před rokem +4

    2022 has been a great year for video games. My favorites were easily Elden Ring and A Plague Tale: Requiem.

  • @trulymad
    @trulymad Před rokem

    Cheers for being chill, have. A great Christmas and here’s to 2023!

  • @DazzaUK1985
    @DazzaUK1985 Před rokem

    The best annual summary from my favourite CZcamsr. Cheers for all the work Ralph & Austin. Have a fantastic Christmas break!

  • @mohammeddiallo3354
    @mohammeddiallo3354 Před rokem +4

    Excellent video, your comment about people and their complaints stemming mostly from the focus on AAA is absolutely spot on. People think those are the only games that exist and it's pathetic.

  • @nadirbaitsaleem7270
    @nadirbaitsaleem7270 Před rokem +38

    Gaming is in a very solid spot right now, so many good games came out this year and more to come next year hopefully!

    • @mattsrealitycheck6669
      @mattsrealitycheck6669 Před rokem +5

      Go watch a vid by worthabuy on the state of gaming... It's nothing compared to 20 years ago

    • @ar-zv6bj
      @ar-zv6bj Před rokem +4

      Compared to the last 3 or so years, yeah, true, but compared to the last 10+ years idk. A lot of larger games these days are less of an art piece and more of just another product on a shelf, unfortunately.

    • @nadirbaitsaleem7270
      @nadirbaitsaleem7270 Před rokem +4

      @@ar-zv6bj I think if you try some indie games along with AAA you might feel differently, I haven't played any new indie games this year but I got into The Outer Wilds this year and that was a really unique experience

    • @VynTastic1
      @VynTastic1 Před rokem

      @@nadirbaitsaleem7270 i cant get into it while people say its the best there is. How long do you reckon will it take to the click moment or moment that u cant stop if u know what in trying to say

    • @nadirbaitsaleem7270
      @nadirbaitsaleem7270 Před rokem +2

      @@VynTastic1 It has a "click" part towards the middle where there are so many mysteries you want to explore and you get overwhelmed by the options on every planet and it's pretty great XD
      But there is also a low part towards the end where you start getting stuck if you don't know how to follow up on or finish certain mysteries and at that point it might be worth using a guide

  • @brodeur7
    @brodeur7 Před rokem

    One of the few reasons I open CZcams each week. Thank you Ralph, seriously!

  • @Grim_Pinata
    @Grim_Pinata Před rokem +2

    30:34
    "...while Stadia yadda-yadda-yadda, it didn't blah blah blah, therefore effective 2023, it would be chk-chk-boom."
    This has to be one of the best Skill Up lines yet. I wish all corporate press statements were this forthright.

  • @JustSnowglow
    @JustSnowglow Před rokem +3

    This is one of my favorite series on youtube. I don't even play many games anymore so I don't always care about reviews but I ALWAYS watch This Week In Videogames 😤

  • @njsteere
    @njsteere Před rokem +7

    TWIVG was never a bad show but it got very, very good as this year went on. You and Austin have hit a groove, thanks for all the news and laughs boys happy 2023 to you both

  • @Fakespy
    @Fakespy Před rokem +1

    Skill Up, I look forward to these weekly updates every week. Thanks for putting them together for us. Have a happy holiday, man!

  • @timdoesleveldesign
    @timdoesleveldesign Před rokem +2

    Myself and many colleagues in the game industry practically rely on your weekly recaps to stay informed on what's going on while dealing with busy production cycles 😅
    Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this

  • @LennardJaros
    @LennardJaros Před rokem +8

    That Ukraine segment got me teary eyed; I have some deeply personal connections who've had to endure the war and it's nevertheless relieving to see people I respect continually and even now, 10 months in, speak out against it. Thank you.
    Onto a hopefully better and entertaining 2023, thank you for all your work.

  • @michaelcookfilm
    @michaelcookfilm Před rokem +3

    Thank you for this wonderful year Skillup! You have seriously made me love video games more and appreciate it as an art form and I’m endlessly thankful for that! Can’t wait to see what comes next year!

  • @MrZito215
    @MrZito215 Před rokem +1

    Skillup has slowly become the best site for gaming news, I truly think the weekly news podcast is one of the best things you can listen too, it’s just amazing work love you guys

  • @nat_sukashii
    @nat_sukashii Před rokem +1

    thank you again for this year Ralph and Austin, rock onnn!! ♥♪

  • @CommanderJaneShepard
    @CommanderJaneShepard Před rokem +3

    I am glad for horizon zero Dawn forbidden west and God of war ragnarok this year. Great year for games! Still have elden ring to get to, congrats to hidetaka miyazaki on the game of the year.

  • @DerekHansell
    @DerekHansell Před rokem +3

    First video of yours I watched was your Death Stranding review. I really appreciate your work - you just seem like an actual frickin' ADULT in a landscape littered with juvenile fanboys caping for corporations.
    Looking forward to another year of amazing reviews and funny gaming news break-downs.
    Oh! You should collab with the Loading Ready Run folks! Maybe a cameo of Checkpoint?
    Cheers!

  • @patadeurso
    @patadeurso Před rokem

    Loving the way you summarise the year in gaming like an encyclopedia.

  • @steveguyman
    @steveguyman Před rokem +1

    i really think it’d be cool to make a video looking ahead to 2023 and pointing out some stuff you’re especially looking forward to. could be a good way for people to get some games they wouldn’t otherwise have heard of on their radar.

  • @robertr.1879
    @robertr.1879 Před rokem +3

    Very good conclusion about AAA games vs Indies.
    I really feel that the big companies in video games are pushing more and more for stuff that doesn't add anything to games but will empty our pockets and our salute is in indies games.

  • @cheese4g
    @cheese4g Před rokem +3

    Could do without the constant punching down and sounding happy about certain things not succeeding (except NFTs and the Metaverse, they deserve it), but I really appreciated this video. This was a busy year and I really enjoyed having a way to keep it all in perspective. I can't imagine collecting the entirety of the news for an entire year and synthesizing it into 40 minutes is particularly easy or rewarding, so thank you so much for doing it for us. It's that level of dedication that keeps me coming back even if I need to skip past every segment you do about Pokemon. Or any less-than-perfect Nintendo game, really.

  • @bigbrainb4662
    @bigbrainb4662 Před rokem

    Thank you and Austin for all the hours you poured into your work this crazy year.

  • @Enraric
    @Enraric Před rokem +1

    Love that the thumbnail is just a picture of Miyazaki, lol. It's true, Michael Zaki made 2022 worth it.

  • @oleksaderzybis9052
    @oleksaderzybis9052 Před rokem +5

    Big thanks from Ukraine, for such heart-warming wishes! 🇺🇦
    Most of culture or entertainment youtubers tend to ignore the world around them as a part of wrong "politics out of culture" worldview, so it was unexpected and inspiring. Thank you, once again.

    • @mcmarkmarkson7115
      @mcmarkmarkson7115 Před rokem +1

      Did you at least remove the nazi regiments from your military? It's sad how easily you fooled the world by playing the victim and relying on censorship of important little details like that.

    • @oleksaderzybis9052
      @oleksaderzybis9052 Před rokem

      ​@@mcmarkmarkson7115, the support of nationalistic (not even nazi, but nationalistic) parties in Ukraine at the last elections was 0.2%. It is less than in most of the EU countries or russia.
      We do not have even support to this kind of politic vector, what could be told about "specified nazi-regiments", LOL.
      Even the Azov batalion, who are so loudly accused by russian propaganda to be a "full-nazi-regiment" simply contains now less that a fraction of it's original members (among whom were Jews and Muslims, btw), but was completed by hundreds of people from the street, who simply are doing their best to protect their country.
      Looking back at the numbers, what is the possibility of them being nazi? Hope, I made it clear.

    • @mcmarkmarkson7115
      @mcmarkmarkson7115 Před rokem

      @@oleksaderzybis9052 What does it have to do with neo nazis in your military? Do you vote in your military regiments?
      What about the massacres in the East? All the corruption. All the Mafia.
      How did Zelenski become so rich? Do your citizen not question how a minor Actor like him became this rich? Doesn't he imprison political enemies just like Putin?

  • @torbenschrdernamensen1039

    The quality of the writing, editing and presentation, leaves me baffled that Skill Up don't have +10 mill. subs.
    Watching a 42 minute games review, without being bored, is quite the accomplishment.
    Good job Sir. Good job.

  • @Void6-
    @Void6- Před rokem +1

    Thank you guys for keeping us up to date with this awesome and interesting industry, delivering the best way of digesting news in a fun and clever way. Your expertise and share of it is immensively appreciated. Merry christmas!

  • @RespectTheSourceMaterial

    rings of power was so bad. Thnakfully we had house of the dragon.

  • @chillieice
    @chillieice Před rokem +1

    Thank you for another year with amazing videos. I think the writing just keeps getting better.
    And I agree about the indie games. I see a lot of people complaining about the lack of games not even looking into the indie scene. So many gems there.

  • @malobuchino
    @malobuchino Před rokem

    loving your videos, happy new year and keep em coming in 2023

  • @winemac238
    @winemac238 Před rokem +1

    The level of sarcasm and punnery in this video is beautiful

  • @joseramirezmorales4634

    Loved the 2022 recap!

  • @engage3085
    @engage3085 Před rokem +2

    Crazy how long skillup has been killing it. I started watching during the division 1. Always great content and such a consistent voice/creator. Thanks Skillup and Merry Christmas!

  • @DJHDOG
    @DJHDOG Před rokem

    This was actually an amazing piece recapping all the headlines and games this year kudos

  • @Zemorg
    @Zemorg Před rokem

    Incredible production man. Great job!

  • @mattbertram9505
    @mattbertram9505 Před rokem

    Thank you Skill Up! I can truly say that I've had genuine excitement and enthusiasm for every CZcams upload notification I've received from your channel this past year. Your content is so well-produced and the gaming community should be grateful for your contributions in covering the medium, I know I am. I hope you reach a very well-deserved 1 million subscribers next year. Cheers!

  • @callumduffy1627
    @callumduffy1627 Před rokem

    Another great year. Always holding out for the new video on Wednesday morning. Thanks Shill Up and Bloom!

  • @Superhermit
    @Superhermit Před rokem

    Loved the month transitions/ references

  • @burdi72
    @burdi72 Před rokem +1

    It's amazing how effortless you sound during these hard worked videos. Great job brother, again.