🫂 I know what a tumultuous time that was for you and I’m glad Castlevania provided you relief as you were enduring such a rough time in your life. May your Dad continue to Rest In Eternal Peace.😢🙏🏿
This was the hardest video I've had to produce for the channel. I really hope you were able to take something away from it. God bless and thank you for being here. 🙂
God bless man I lost my dad a couple years ago at 21 my dad was like your dad in a lot of ways. he did everything he could to make my life with cerebral palsy easier, he was my best friend, but through God everything’s possible love your content as always Tyler! :)
I freakin NEVER cry, but I'm tearing up at this comment. Just the thought of your dad being THE dad for the entire retro community is such an awesome concept. I feel it and I believe it. When most parents during this era avoided video games and thought they were a waste of time, seeing your dad heavily encourage and support it all is absolutely incredible. What an amazing guy. Thank you for all your videos, Tyler
Sorry mate hope you are doing ok. I too lost my dad about 3 weeks ago at age 72, 10 months after he was diagnosed with his 3rd major cancer of his life, and 9 months after his treatment failed and he was put into palliative care. My dad was gentle and loving too, especially when I was younger. I also had a BCC at 27 and a melanoma at 35. Was lucky the melanoma was caught early. I have young kids, and hope I get the chance to see them with their own kids. But who knows, that's atleast 20yrs away.
Tyler…this video was one that was tough to watch, because through this channel, we got to know you and your dad. The special connection you both had, and will always have, no matter what. To say he would be proud of you sharing all the stories through this channel, and seeing the family man you’ve become, is an absolute understatement. Thank you for sharing this story with everyone here, and for sharing a message that is also incredibly important to keep in mind in the toughest of times.
Indeed. My father just got diagnosed with dementia with further health complications… but my father was the farthest thing from being my best friend. He was, to be blunt, a selfish prick. Be grateful for those people in your life that add joy… and avoid those who don’t.
Your dad is so proud right now. He is looking down at the beautiful father and person you became. He will never die! Thanks for these videos, they bring out the best out of nostalgia.
As a Cancer survivor, this hit hard. I'm so sorry you, your dad, and your family went through this. I feel like this goes without saying, but I think your dad would be very proud of who you became and what you represent as a person and as his son.
This channel is possibly the greatest example I have ever seen of someone carrying on their loved ones legacy, an archive of a man's love not just of his family but video games and how he used his love of gaming to help express his love to his family. This channel is a masterpiece.
This comment resonates with me, there isn't another channel like this on RUclips. How someone documented his love of family, life and games on video in that age of time couldn't have been easy. Its amazing this can be shared with us. As I'm sure you do, consider your self extremely lucky you have this content to share for yourself and with others! Who knew your father would leave you such a legacy!
Lost my Dad on Oct 16th 2018 to cancer. He passed on his birthday, of all days. I am turning 35 this November. I am a musician and a huge gamer, and both of those things were passions I enjoyed with my Dad throughout life. He was my biggest advocate for everything that made me, me. Your videos have always been a joy to me as they can bring my memories back as if my Dad and I had been recording all those years too. It makes me wish my family did the same! I feel like many live vicariously through this channel, as it helps take us all to the past that we will forever fondly remember and will always be with us. Thank you for this channel and for bearing your heart to us all. RIP Dad ❤ 10/16/63-10/16/18
The way I hear it, he didn’t lose his battle with cancer. When he died so did the cancer. His last battle was not a lose, it was a draw. That helped me when my grandfather died.
Well these battle metaphors we use to describe cancer are ridiculous anyway since really there is no actual “winner” or “loser” with cancer especially since cancer can come back. Not to mention when the cancer does kill someone it never really “won” anyway since it needs a living person to survive but it just existing ironically means it will die either way as in either someone survives it with not coming back or it causes the death of the person with it dying as well.
Lost my Dad in 2013 & My mom is a breast cancer survivor. Thanks for being vulnerable with us Tyler, whether on a video or in person. The Lord is using you! 🙏🏻❤️
I lost my dad recently too , wish I could type this private but it is what it is , he didn’t play games but of course , he was the gateway through all my gaming experiences, much love man , I feel your pain
Tyler this video hit right in the feels... I lost my Dad too back in 2020 I lost my hero but yes leaning to God is one of the best way to get through that kind of pain.. Thank you so much for sharing your story... Your Dad is looking above and he is proud of you
I understand completely what you felt when you said you felt a sense of guilt for using video games to try to escape the harsh reality of that awful situation. I had the same thing happen to me three years ago when my mom passed after a short bout with cancer. Throughout the whole ordeal I could never face the truth that she was dying until it was too late and she was already gone. I thought the whole time that she would just get better and things would be back to normal again. I was in complete denial. Though I did spend time with her, other members of my family talked about me behind my back, saying I didn't care that she was dying and that I wasn't doing enough. I carried around a lot of guilt about it. But the fact is, neither of us should feel guilty about how we dealt with such a terrible situation. Everybody deals with grief and pain in different ways. You were only 21 when your dad died, I was in my late 30s when my mom passed and I still wasn't strong enough to process it. it's one of the most painful and awful things we'll ever experience. But even though we miss our parents, we are stronger and better people now for having lived through it. Although I don't feel like the pain will ever subside completely, I try to look at every experience as one that helps me grow. I can tell that you've grown as a person for the experience that you went through, and I know that your dad would be so proud of you.
Losing a parent isn't easy at any age. I'm 51 years old, taking care of my father, who also has cancer. I personally appreciate you sharing this story. I'm very sorry for your loss. I have watched so many of your videos, I feel like I've grown to know your family. This breaks my heart. Thank you Tyler.
Lost my mom to cancer when i was 16. I'm now 37 and it is still a hard moment in my life. The words you said, i felt the same way. I was not mature enough i wanted to escape this pain, I regrets not doing more, and i hope my mother realise that how much i loved her and i was just not mature enough. I hope i did not dissapoint her too much in her last moments....
As many have pointed out to me in the comments, I think the guilt we felt and how our parents actually felt are completely different. They loved us and knew we were hurting. I’m sorry for your loss man. Hope the video wasn’t too hard of a watch
Your mom knows you loved her very much. Trust me, when I lost my dad I was a very lost and confused person. Though I let other things get between our relationship, I know that he knew how much I loved him and still miss him. We all greive differently. I'm sorry for your loss my friend. God bless you and your family.
My brother died in 2005 of Brain Cancer when I was 9 years old. I have vivid memories of being in hospitals and play Chrono Trigger on my DS. Which is my favorite game of all time. I really appreciate your videos and vulnerability. Thank you for making them. Hope all is well!
one of the biggest things I regret was losing my dad and not visiting him in the hospital because it was so hard. my dad was a huge supporter of me being a gamer and actually got me into the more obscure things like the turbo grafx. I hold those memories so close to my heart and this video makes me remember the good times and the hard times.
I love your channel. I think the way you speak of grief and your Dad is so moving. It gives a language to others- those videos your Dad made are like precious gold. It is clear he loved you richly and showed this through his love of video games. I always love your content. Congrats on 100,000. Keep the fire burning. You have a gift
Your dad may be gone, but the legacy he built and left behind, is absolutely epic. It transcends the limited time us, as individuals, have on this Earth. And you’ve shared so much of that with so many people on this channel. I can’t thank both of you enough. When I see you guys interacting and sharing your passions from years ago, it makes me imagine all the ways I could be an awesome dad one day.
So sorry for your loss, Tyler. Your story is eerily similar to mine. My dad was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer in early 2002 & we lost him a year later, when I just turned 15. Those two years were the hardest years of my life. I found that video games & video game magazines to be an escape hatch from the horrors of my reality. It REALLY sucks because my dad was actually getting into video games prior to his illness & it’s something that we really enjoyed & shared together. He was a big car guy & I often think “man, I wonder how blown away he’d be by modern games like Forza?!” I often fantasize him sitting in front of my tv with a racing wheel & having a blast playing a modern game such as this. It’s so sad to think about what could have been. You do learn to move forward with your life, but even 20 years later it still hurts. I often feel robbed by his passing, but also cherish all of the amazing memories we shared together in such a short amount of time. That’s what keeps me going tbh. Love your videos btw, amazing content!!!
Thanks for creating this channel and sharing your incredible dad with all of us. He may be gone but you have done an outstanding job immortalizing him with these amazing videos. We all know he's up there super proud of the person you've grown up to be.
My younger sister died of cancer last year and dealing with that was different to losing my parents. When they passed it was sudden, but with my sister I was dealing with grief when I learnt there was nothing more they could do. That game helped you through a grieving process, and I’m sure your dad being a gamer himself understood that. Thank you for sharing this video. I’ve always enjoyed seeing how great a dad he was.
That was at least 10 minutes straight of me wiping my eyes. This piece of dust shot across the room and hit me in the eye. That’s all it was…Thank you Tyler!
Isn't it incredible that, after all these years, your dad's contribution to your life is now contributing to so many others through all of the recordings he made decades ago. You are immortalizing him, and I couldn't think of a better way to make a parent so proud. Thank you for sharing it with us. I love seeing your home movies that remind me so much of my own childhood.
I wish I'd had a Dad like yours... I'm feeling YOUR loss more than I ever did burying my own on my 16th birthday back in 1996. Yours was a real Father. I'm glad you honor him. I can guarantee you there's an unspoken "Well done, son," looking down. From your fans, well done, sir. Now, to lighten this a touch - Who the HECK is chopping all these dang ONIONS?! LAST edit: Man, I was so swept up in this homage I forgot the fact that I MYSELF have incurable blood cancer... And I'm serious about that. Wow, I didn't realize how invested I am in the Esposito's! Again, well done, "son." You do your family proud.
Had a tear rolling down my face by the end of the video. Really touched me seeing your relationship with your dad and how sometimes we take time for granted instead of savouring what time we have left. My 17yo daughter and I are close like you were with your dad. All I can pray for is that I’m around long enough to be there for her throughout her life. She’s my everything. My sincere condolences dude. Thank you for this vid.
this video hit me hard, I lost my dad due to covid in 2020 and at the time I couldn't escape away from the sorrow I felt, not even video games or work would do it, so in a way I had to deal with the pain but in the end we all cherish all my dad's accomplishments and deeds during his life which make him transcend and remembering how great he was and that makes me proud. I just want to say that I am sure your dad must be proud of you for raising a great family and carry on in a way his dream and passion through RUclips.
That was a beautiful tribute Tyler. I resonate with this so much. I lost my Dad when I was 10 to a brain tumour. Now 29, I reflect and I am drawn into playing video games that we played together and which got me through that tough period in the immediate aftermath of losing him. I know only too well the feelings you describe. Know that you are not alone!
I lost my father in 2008 after complications from diabetes, at the age of 23 I was so lost in the world, your video is so relatable in every way. I'm glad I found it. Thank You
Long time fan of the channel; first time watching this video. I couldn’t watch it at the time it came out as I’d just been diagnosed with a brain tumour and was awaiting results - it was a bit too close. I have 3 young kids, and a lovely wife. Not wanting to deal with reality is something I’ve repeatedly retreated into - usually via watching video game channels on YT, or rewatching old sci-fi, that remind me of a simpler time. I’m okay, mercifully. And very thankful to be here. It was great to hear you mention your faith. I don’t know where I would’ve been if not for that in my life, alongside the love of my wife and kids. Life is a whole lot bigger than video games, and I love the way you described them as a conduit to something more. They’re not the thing itself - they point towards memories, relationships, and the love therein. That intangible quality that comforts and heals. God bless you, Tyler
I can relate this in a way. My dog died earlier this year and what really got me through those times when I was just with him, The game I played was Grand Theft Auto IV. It really helped and everytime I do think about him and everytime I do play Grand Theft Auto IV, I feel the sadness and grief similar to what I felt when my dog was dying.
You were hard on yourself. You didn't want to be there, but there you were. I'm proud of you man... we all are. I've been there, 3 months ago. It never goes away. I don't think I could make videos like this, I'm not emotionally strong enough. Beautiful stuff.
I was born in March of 87' & I lost my father in 2012 when I was 25 years old. His death was very sudden...he was diabetic & during a procedure, a blood clot went to his heart & he died instantly. Batman: Arkham City for 360 was what I was playing during all of this. I too found faith & a wonderful wife years after. Thank you for these videos. God bless 🙏
My dad passed away to cancer in 2007 too, dad took pictures of the family and my younger self always so happy to show off the latest video I game I had back during NES times that I look back on time to time. Love your videos, those sentimental times good and sad, you really do not know what you have till it's gone.
Life goes by so quick. Im 27 now and it feels like yesterday i graduated high school in 2015. Saddest part isnto watch your parents and family you love get old. What is life without those people?
I lost my mom in 2016 to cancer. It's a rough thing to go through. I buried myself in books to read at doctors appointments and chemo treatments. Your dad would be proud of what you've been able to do with his home videos and that they have entertained and brought back so many memories or a lot of people!
Your Dad was so ahead of the times and did so much with the technology at the time. We have it so easy today with our smart phones. I always tell folks to video your family doing everyday things, these will be your future memories. Great messaging in the end Tyler, that’s what puts you above the rest IMO. I lost my Dad in 2008 to cancer, hardest was seeing the weight loss to the belly we used to poke fun at. You don’t realize how final it is, here today, gone tomorrow.
Bro, I have been a fan of your channel for awhile..I always knew something was ominous with "your dad". I JUST saw this video and it broke my heart. I lost my dad in 2021. I am a little older than you, he brought me up on Intellivision and Commodore 64. Eventually I moved on to all the consoles. I also didn't spend as much time with him during his "bad time", I did see him..but in retrospect, I could have done better. Your dad seemed to be an amazing father, you are so lucky he recorded all of your amazing memories! Your dad is STILL here helping you out, and that's awesome man! Love the channel
Amen brother. The pain never goes, the love is always there as well. It was two weeks before my 21st birthday... I got woken up by my mama saying "something is wrong with daddy" as she rushed my little sister out to the bus. I ran to his bedroom and he was already gone. That was in 2001... I miss him more each day. You are not alone in not wanting to face what was going on with your dad. The pain is almost unbearable. That just shows how much love you had for each other brother. We pray for peace and understanding Lord. Amen.
I just want to say sorry for the loss of your dad I can tell he was your best friend and that is amazing how much he supported your hobby in video games which gave you and him this special father and son bond, This video brought tears to my eyes 😢once again sorry for your loss
I can relate to your experience. My mom was diagnosed with cancer in summer 2007 and pokemon pearl was my distraction from the awful situation. In early 2008 she lost the battle. I was also 21 years old like you and in hindsight I wish I could have spend more time with her but it was really hard to deal with and the possibility of losing her felt so unreal. When I think back of Pokemon Pearl I have mixed feelings. I loved the game so much but there are also the memories of the terrible time.
I've went trough the same with my Mom few years ago. Like you, i just couldn't accept what's going on and i was running into play some games. After she passed away i really regret any moment that i wasn't on her side.
I lost my dad recently and the horrible night me and my little bro played call of duty online. Its crazy how videogames can help you through terrible times. RIP to our dads and to anyone who else had to deal with that difficult pain. Worst pain ever. Thank you for this video.
Still watching the video you're talking about Castlevania and your dad just now getting melanoma I see the pain in your eyes I'm here with you brother and your pops is holding the Beatles Love CD😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢
Thank you brother, these videos mean so much to me. It's like a time machine for me, going back to when my Dad was the magician who pulled games out of his hat. Thank you for being so open and vulnerable, it means the world to us.
Cancer has taken the best people in my life. I empathize with your loss man. Grieving is the hardest thing we do. Thank you for your video, advice and story. Peace.
I am so freaking proud of you for posting this, Tyler. I know your dad is too. My girlfriend lost her godfather the other week to ALS. She hasn't really known how to handle it, but she's been very quiet about it. I'm gonna show her your video in hopes it gets her to open up. ❤
I lost my dad to cancer in 2012. It was an awful season in my life, but one thing I remember fondly about my dad was that he often told my siblings and I how much he loved us and how proud he was of all of us. Even when he was perfectly healthy, he always made us feel so loved. Today, as a father of two boys, he is such an inspiration. I'll always cherish my memories of him, and I'm sure with the treasure trove of footage you have with your dad, you will also.
Thanks for sharing this personal experience of yours with all of us. Of all the games, it's coincidental that the name of the game "Dawn of Sorrow" also reflects the reality of your time. I liked the message of video games being there for us as an escape for the best of times as well as the worst of times. When I think about games that make me feel good, a lot of times it isn't so much the game but what feeling I got playing it at the time or when I got it, who I played it with, when I played it, the memories go beyond just the game. This story relates to me as well as I also lost my dad to cancer and I can remember playing a game at the time that was there for me. My game I played was Pokemon GO in 2016. When I wasn't home with him, I was walking around town just immersing myself in the game. Like "Dawn of Sorrow", Pokemon GO was coincidentally a message, a way for me to just keep going, even in those hard times.
God bless your dad and your family...he's brought so much joy to this world threw hes videos. Even though hes gone i know he would be proud of what you are doing with all those wonderful memories he recorded.
This was a touching and difficult watch. Your dad reminds me of mine. He’d often come home with a random game, like Final Fantasy or Ninja Gaiden, and they are some of my most cherished memories. He brought you into that part of his life, and that’s special. I’m sorry you lost your father. He seems like a special guy.
I feel you my friend, I've told my story about how the Super Nintendo help me get through losing my mom to cancer as well. I got to tell you I couldn't watch the whole thing of this, it's too close to home for me, but I love you my brother, your dad would be proud of you, and you are one heck of a human being. Can't wait to see you again
My grandfather raised me, and I lost him in 2006 to cancer. I was 21 at the time, and also worked at EB Games in Louisiana at the time of his passing. Crazy parallels. I have held off watching this video because I hate cancer, and it still hurts to think about to this day. Thanks for sharing Tyler.
I think everyone approaches things different ways when going through heavy things like this. We always think we wish we did things differently from years ago. God bless you and the family and I'm sure Dad is at peace now. You talking about your dad now, and prior always makes me reflect on my parents and try to cherish my time with them.
Bless you for honoring your father's memory in this way. Brought tears to my eyes. My dad bought me my first game cube and gba. Your videos remind me of my child hood since we have the same taste in games. Rest in peace your dad was an awesome cool dude a genuine human being. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Your dad is so proud of you and your channel, sharing old memories you have made with him and your family with video games. I have a similar experience when I lost my mother late 2020 and how Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was my escape and to this day, I play the game in memory of my mother and how she raised me with playing video games back when we had our first NES and playing Mario Bros (discovering the Game Genie shhh lol). Ever since I've discovered your channel, I've been feeling this connection with losing my mother and you losing your father and look forward to new videos when they posted. Thank you for everything you do, and as always, keep being awesome! ❤
Lost my dad too in 2005. I feel your loss. It’s great you have so many memories and that you are able to share them with us via your videos. This is the best channel by far and I’m always excited for your next one. I hope this channel is around for a really long time and that you keep on sharing your awesome memories.
BRO IF YOU DIDNT KNOW OR NO ONE DIDNT TELL YOU THAT WE ALL FEEL FOR YOU AND SHARING LOVE TO YOU AND YOUR DAD WAS AND IS A FU€KING LEGEND!!!!!! AND NOT ONLY WAS HE A LEGEND IN YOUR EYES BUT WITH YOU SHARING THESE VIDEOS AND STORIES YOU MADE HIM A LEGEND TO MILLIONS THAT SEEN YOUR TOTAL OF VIDEOS AND MORE THAT WILL SEE YOUR CHANNEL AND EVEN THO YOU DIDNT HAVE HIM FOREVER HE IS FOREVER IN HEAVEN AND THRU HIS LOVE FOR GAMES IT WENT DOWN TO YOU BRO YOU DOING YOUR THING AND YOU ARE BECOMING A LEGEND AND WE APPRECIATE YOU SHARING THIS STORY BECAUSE WE ALLLLLLLL KNOW HOW HARD IT WAS TO SPEAK ON IT AND BRO TRUST ME JUST LIKE ME I AM SURE ITS MANY OTHERS THAT WISH WE HAD A DAD LIKE YOURS BUT THANKS FOR THE MESSAGE AND GOD BLESS YOU!
Darn you Tyler. I don’t comment much at all but this is the first RUclips video that made me cry. I just lost my mom to cancer two months ago. So this hit very deep and hard but sometimes crying is what you just need to do. Thank you for your videos for bringing a lot of enjoyment in a time that I really need it.
This was heartbreaking and you seem like the loveliest guy in the world - thank you for sharing your story. I’m sure your dad was really happy that games were there to help you go through that at such a young age. The therapeutic power of games when something truly traumatic happens is incredible. Now when I think of that Castlevania, I’ll think of you and your dad ❤
Thank you for sharing with us your story and your tragedy of losing your father. I am sure he knows how much you love and how much we all are happy he was here with you in your life. Your dad is a one in a million, and you got him. You were incredibly lucky to have him. Thank you.
I lost my Dad in 2008. Videogames have helped me get through the toughest times. For myself and cancer I was playing Half Life on XBox and I have weird fond memories for that time. My partner past just before the Wii U came out, and Black Ops 2 is the only CoD I've ever fully prestiged, it was something we would have shared and instead it gave me an outlet. Thank you for sharing.
Really adored this game. I love the soul snatching mechanic in the game. Really wish we’d get another game with Soma Cruz. Also…. sorry about your father. I can’t imagine that pain 😕
Awe Tyler this one hits so close to home buddy. Lost my dad at 14 in 1995.I’m so sorry for your loss. Love you, your Dad, and this Channel so much! Through these videos I have had so much healing of my own. Thanks for sharing your family with all of us.
I found your videos before my diagnoses, this hit so hard. I am starting Chemo and Radiation next month. Thanks for sharing this story, and Im so glad you've created this channel to celebrate how your dad influenced your life. 💙
Sorry about your Dad. Cancer sucks. I lost my dad around 2 years later in 2009 to cancer as well. It still leaves a hole in my heart to this day. My method of coping was playing the game Castlevania Symphony of the night spending a month in the ICU and then taking care of him when he got home. I remember sleepless nights, but the story, gameplay were top notch. I miss those hard times.
Your Dad showed you the value of gaming when you grew up and in return you used that value to keep on going through the hardest time in your life. I reckon your Dad would be proud that he showed you something that gave you comfort and helped you through his battle.
I respect you tremendously Tyler for putting out this video. I appreciate how tough it must have been for you. Your dad is such a big part of what makes this channel so amazing. Glad his memory still goes on strong. Much love
Dawn of sorrow. It says it all. I lost my Dad in a very similar way. I lived in denial at the time too. Your video brought me to tears for both our fathers. Thank you for your video 💙
Thank you for sharing this moving video. It made me think of my own dad who passed away in the year 2000 of esophageal cancer. While he wasn’t a gamer, there were many days as a kid when I would be playing games on my Commodore 128 while my dad was sitting a few feet away tying trout flies. Good memories.
I completely understand about being in denial and saying "It'll be alright." My mom had cancer and she told me not to worry. I never thought about it again and then she was gone in a blink.
Hi Tyler, I just wanna thank you for sharing this part of your life and your thoughts. To me it's really hard to even write here, I cannot imagine how hard could be to talk about it in a video. My dad was diagnosed with cancer in November and I, even if I am giving everything I can to support my family, I was living the same denial until few days ago. I was positive and always smiling but something my mother said changed everything, she just said that my father is feeling cold when it's really warm outside and my brain just snapped, and now I wake up in tears, afraid of losing him too soon. Hearing your story makes me feel less alone, even given how sad it is, and I will try to lean on my family and my friend as you suggest. If you'll ever come to Italy and pass by Milano, there will be a pizza on the house for you.
So sorry you’re going through this. Sounds like you have a lovely family. Love and support each other through this. My prayers are with you. Thanks for the pizza offer!
As someone who lost their grandfather in 2008 from cancer while playing a DS game right before their passing, this is extremely relating and I'm truly sorry about your dad. Video games are more than just games. They're a passage through life, an escape from the harsh reality and a treasure trove of memories. Cancer still affects people all around me greatly and I'm sure it does for many others. If it wasn't for video games, I don't know how I would have made it through those hard times. Thank you for making this video, sharing your experiences and here's to video games being there for us for many years to come.
I am glad you honor your dad with this channel. This has me crying because it is so relatable. We all cope in different ways during times like that and your final message nails it. Thank you for sharing.
I still have both of my parents, they're in their late 60s now, and every now and again i'm reminded of their mortality. Life is so short, and I really appreciate you sharing this video. I know down the road, I'll go through a similar situation, and there will be a game I havnt played yet, or maybe hasn't even been made, that I attach myself to during that time. I was raised without faith, and I'm very happy, grounded. But I'm often jealous of the idea, that I could never possibly connect to. I've your videos for a few years Tyler, and they're some of my favorite on the platform. Your father has played a huge role in all of them, his love for video games is still shared today, across the globe. Thanks for all the vids dude.
We're about the same age but I lost my dad to cancer back in 2018. It definitely helped increase my faith in Jesus, no doubt. Thanks for sharing your story and being vulnerable. It's good to be reminded that we are not alone in our loss.
I lost my mom 3years ago because of cancer. watching your videos reminds me of all the gory movies, video games and comics that my mom gave me for birthday or christmas even if she hated gore horror things. I miss her so much.
I saw this video when it came out, it was such a touching tribute to your dad. I’m writing this now because about a month after this came out, I lost my father to cancer as well in late October (lung cancer spread to the brain), and I’m in my early 20s too. Much like Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow was your comfort game during that period, Super Mario Bros. Wonder has been that for me. Cancer is a royal pain in the ass, not only does the patient suffer but those who love them suffer as well. Your dad would be so proud of you sharing these memories with us. Both our dads are very different, but they would want us to keep living, and keep making them proud. Same goes for all the best dads out there. Thanks for sharing Tyler.
What is crazy is this is it. Your channel is the history for this time period in video games and your dad was the perfect person to make it a reality. I hope he can look down somewhere and see the reality he built with you.
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Thanks for sharing, Tyler, Gaming Brethren :)
God bless you & your dad. You're a great dude
lol such a emotional story than you see this in the comments.
🫂 I know what a tumultuous time that was for you and I’m glad Castlevania provided you relief as you were enduring such a rough time in your life.
May your Dad continue to Rest In Eternal Peace.😢🙏🏿
I was just listening to a guy who got his right arm arteries ripped out. Why do I do this to myself.
This was the hardest video I've had to produce for the channel. I really hope you were able to take something away from it. God bless and thank you for being here. 🙂
For sure, man. Well done. Those tough hours will mean a lot to people
God bless you and your family.
Ugh man this kills me, but damn if you don't have the best memories ever captured on VHS. God Bless.
God bless man I lost my dad a couple years ago at 21 my dad was like your dad in a lot of ways. he did everything he could to make my life with cerebral palsy easier, he was my best friend, but through God everything’s possible love your content as always Tyler! :)
Bless you and your family, thank you for sharing.
Your dad is the retro communities dad
Thanks buddy. He’d be honored to be that for everyone I have no doubt
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So true!
I freakin NEVER cry, but I'm tearing up at this comment. Just the thought of your dad being THE dad for the entire retro community is such an awesome concept. I feel it and I believe it. When most parents during this era avoided video games and thought they were a waste of time, seeing your dad heavily encourage and support it all is absolutely incredible. What an amazing guy. Thank you for all your videos, Tyler
Man such an awesome channel
I just lost my father over last weekend. I was super close to him too. Here's to gentle and loving dads. ❤
I’m so sorry for your loss… Prayers for you and your family. Stay close together.
Sorry mate hope you are doing ok. I too lost my dad about 3 weeks ago at age 72, 10 months after he was diagnosed with his 3rd major cancer of his life, and 9 months after his treatment failed and he was put into palliative care. My dad was gentle and loving too, especially when I was younger.
I also had a BCC at 27 and a melanoma at 35. Was lucky the melanoma was caught early. I have young kids, and hope I get the chance to see them with their own kids. But who knows, that's atleast 20yrs away.
I never felt such loss. Waking up the morning after was the hardest day of my life.
Tyler…this video was one that was tough to watch, because through this channel, we got to know you and your dad. The special connection you both had, and will always have, no matter what. To say he would be proud of you sharing all the stories through this channel, and seeing the family man you’ve become, is an absolute understatement. Thank you for sharing this story with everyone here, and for sharing a message that is also incredibly important to keep in mind in the toughest of times.
Thanks man. Glad I know you!
We're the same exact age but I lost my father in 1993. It's horrible but you were lucky to have such a great dad for so long. RIP to our dads.
Indeed. My father just got diagnosed with dementia with further health complications… but my father was the farthest thing from being my best friend. He was, to be blunt, a selfish prick.
Be grateful for those people in your life that add joy… and avoid those who don’t.
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@@leeartlee915I'm sorry man... some of us are born lucky when it comes to parents :(
@@Subfightr Thanks. Hey, at least my mom is great. Some people don’t even have that. So I still feel lucky.
RIP to our Dad’s indeed. Sorry for your loss all those years ago.
Your dad is so proud right now. He is looking down at the beautiful father and person you became. He will never die!
Thanks for these videos, they bring out the best out of nostalgia.
Wow, thank you
As a Cancer survivor, this hit hard. I'm so sorry you, your dad, and your family went through this. I feel like this goes without saying, but I think your dad would be very proud of who you became and what you represent as a person and as his son.
I’m a Cancer Survivor myself. Got Leukemia just a few months after Dreamcast launched in Late 1999.
@@plawson8577 I’m glad you’re still with us.
@@robotheadentertainmentThanks, the Dreamcast got me through that rough time. I played SA1 in my Hospital Room.
This channel is possibly the greatest example I have ever seen of someone carrying on their loved ones legacy, an archive of a man's love not just of his family but video games and how he used his love of gaming to help express his love to his family. This channel is a masterpiece.
This comment resonates with me, there isn't another channel like this on RUclips. How someone documented his love of family, life and games on video in that age of time couldn't have been easy. Its amazing this can be shared with us. As I'm sure you do, consider your self extremely lucky you have this content to share for yourself and with others! Who knew your father would leave you such a legacy!
Your dad is looking down with pride and joy to see what you’re doing with this channel with his contribution. ❤ Your dad was awesome!
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Lost my Dad on Oct 16th 2018 to cancer. He passed on his birthday, of all days. I am turning 35 this November. I am a musician and a huge gamer, and both of those things were passions I enjoyed with my Dad throughout life. He was my biggest advocate for everything that made me, me. Your videos have always been a joy to me as they can bring my memories back as if my Dad and I had been recording all those years too. It makes me wish my family did the same! I feel like many live vicariously through this channel, as it helps take us all to the past that we will forever fondly remember and will always be with us. Thank you for this channel and for bearing your heart to us all. RIP Dad ❤ 10/16/63-10/16/18
The way I hear it, he didn’t lose his battle with cancer. When he died so did the cancer. His last battle was not a lose, it was a draw. That helped me when my grandfather died.
Well these battle metaphors we use to describe cancer are ridiculous anyway since really there is no actual “winner” or “loser” with cancer especially since cancer can come back. Not to mention when the cancer does kill someone it never really “won” anyway since it needs a living person to survive but it just existing ironically means it will die either way as in either someone survives it with not coming back or it causes the death of the person with it dying as well.
Good ol Norm.
Lost my Dad in 2013 &
My mom is a breast cancer survivor. Thanks for being vulnerable with us Tyler, whether on a video or in person. The Lord is using you! 🙏🏻❤️
Amen 🙏✝️
From stories you’ve told about your dad, he really seemed like a great guy to be around, which genuinely makes his passing all the more tragic.
I lost my dad recently too , wish I could type this private but it is what it is , he didn’t play games but of course , he was the gateway through all my gaming experiences, much love man , I feel your pain
Tyler this video hit right in the feels... I lost my Dad too back in 2020 I lost my hero but yes leaning to God is one of the best way to get through that kind of pain.. Thank you so much for sharing your story... Your Dad is looking above and he is proud of you
Amen.
Your dad is a legend man. Through watching all these vids it’s like seeing an old friend or a gaming buddy. May he rest in peace
I understand completely what you felt when you said you felt a sense of guilt for using video games to try to escape the harsh reality of that awful situation. I had the same thing happen to me three years ago when my mom passed after a short bout with cancer. Throughout the whole ordeal I could never face the truth that she was dying until it was too late and she was already gone. I thought the whole time that she would just get better and things would be back to normal again. I was in complete denial. Though I did spend time with her, other members of my family talked about me behind my back, saying I didn't care that she was dying and that I wasn't doing enough. I carried around a lot of guilt about it. But the fact is, neither of us should feel guilty about how we dealt with such a terrible situation. Everybody deals with grief and pain in different ways. You were only 21 when your dad died, I was in my late 30s when my mom passed and I still wasn't strong enough to process it. it's one of the most painful and awful things we'll ever experience. But even though we miss our parents, we are stronger and better people now for having lived through it. Although I don't feel like the pain will ever subside completely, I try to look at every experience as one that helps me grow. I can tell that you've grown as a person for the experience that you went through, and I know that your dad would be so proud of you.
Losing a parent isn't easy at any age. I'm 51 years old, taking care of my father, who also has cancer. I personally appreciate you sharing this story. I'm very sorry for your loss. I have watched so many of your videos, I feel like I've grown to know your family. This breaks my heart. Thank you Tyler.
Lost my mom to cancer when i was 16. I'm now 37 and it is still a hard moment in my life. The words you said, i felt the same way. I was not mature enough i wanted to escape this pain, I regrets not doing more, and i hope my mother realise that how much i loved her and i was just not mature enough. I hope i did not dissapoint her too much in her last moments....
As many have pointed out to me in the comments, I think the guilt we felt and how our parents actually felt are completely different. They loved us and knew we were hurting. I’m sorry for your loss man. Hope the video wasn’t too hard of a watch
Your mom knows you loved her very much. Trust me, when I lost my dad I was a very lost and confused person. Though I let other things get between our relationship, I know that he knew how much I loved him and still miss him. We all greive differently. I'm sorry for your loss my friend. God bless you and your family.
My brother died in 2005 of Brain Cancer when I was 9 years old. I have vivid memories of being in hospitals and play Chrono Trigger on my DS. Which is my favorite game of all time.
I really appreciate your videos and vulnerability. Thank you for making them. Hope all is well!
one of the biggest things I regret was losing my dad and not visiting him in the hospital because it was so hard. my dad was a huge supporter of me being a gamer and actually got me into the more obscure things like the turbo grafx. I hold those memories so close to my heart and this video makes me remember the good times and the hard times.
I love your channel. I think the way you speak of grief and your Dad is so moving. It gives a language to others- those videos your Dad made are like precious gold. It is clear he loved you richly and showed this through his love of video games. I always love your content. Congrats on 100,000. Keep the fire burning. You have a gift
Thanks for reaching out man ❤
Your dad may be gone, but the legacy he built and left behind, is absolutely epic. It transcends the limited time us, as individuals, have on this Earth. And you’ve shared so much of that with so many people on this channel. I can’t thank both of you enough. When I see you guys interacting and sharing your passions from years ago, it makes me imagine all the ways I could be an awesome dad one day.
So sorry for your loss, Tyler. Your story is eerily similar to mine. My dad was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer in early 2002 & we lost him a year later, when I just turned 15. Those two years were the hardest years of my life. I found that video games & video game magazines to be an escape hatch from the horrors of my reality. It REALLY sucks because my dad was actually getting into video games prior to his illness & it’s something that we really enjoyed & shared together. He was a big car guy & I often think “man, I wonder how blown away he’d be by modern games like Forza?!” I often fantasize him sitting in front of my tv with a racing wheel & having a blast playing a modern game such as this. It’s so sad to think about what could have been. You do learn to move forward with your life, but even 20 years later it still hurts. I often feel robbed by his passing, but also cherish all of the amazing memories we shared together in such a short amount of time. That’s what keeps me going tbh. Love your videos btw, amazing content!!!
My dad passed in 2009 of a heart attack, I was 18. Nearly every video in the series hits hard, it feels like I'm watching myself and my family.
Thanks for creating this channel and sharing your incredible dad with all of us. He may be gone but you have done an outstanding job immortalizing him with these amazing videos. We all know he's up there super proud of the person you've grown up to be.
I appreciate it man
My younger sister died of cancer last year and dealing with that was different to losing my parents. When they passed it was sudden, but with my sister I was dealing with grief when I learnt there was nothing more they could do. That game helped you through a grieving process, and I’m sure your dad being a gamer himself understood that. Thank you for sharing this video. I’ve always enjoyed seeing how great a dad he was.
That was at least 10 minutes straight of me wiping my eyes. This piece of dust shot across the room and hit me in the eye. That’s all it was…Thank you Tyler!
Isn't it incredible that, after all these years, your dad's contribution to your life is now contributing to so many others through all of the recordings he made decades ago. You are immortalizing him, and I couldn't think of a better way to make a parent so proud. Thank you for sharing it with us. I love seeing your home movies that remind me so much of my own childhood.
I wish I'd had a Dad like yours... I'm feeling YOUR loss more than I ever did burying my own on my 16th birthday back in 1996. Yours was a real Father. I'm glad you honor him. I can guarantee you there's an unspoken "Well done, son," looking down. From your fans, well done, sir. Now, to lighten this a touch - Who the HECK is chopping all these dang ONIONS?! LAST edit: Man, I was so swept up in this homage I forgot the fact that I MYSELF have incurable blood cancer... And I'm serious about that. Wow, I didn't realize how invested I am in the Esposito's! Again, well done, "son." You do your family proud.
Had a tear rolling down my face by the end of the video. Really touched me seeing your relationship with your dad and how sometimes we take time for granted instead of savouring what time we have left. My 17yo daughter and I are close like you were with your dad. All I can pray for is that I’m around long enough to be there for her throughout her life. She’s my everything. My sincere condolences dude. Thank you for this vid.
Great video! And thanks for plugging your faith. Your dad is still part of your life. I lost my dad when I was 18 (2002). I know he’s here still
this video hit me hard, I lost my dad due to covid in 2020 and at the time I couldn't escape away from the sorrow I felt, not even video games or work would do it, so in a way I had to deal with the pain but in the end we all cherish all my dad's accomplishments and deeds during his life which make him transcend and remembering how great he was and that makes me proud. I just want to say that I am sure your dad must be proud of you for raising a great family and carry on in a way his dream and passion through RUclips.
Incredible video. Incredible father. Incredible son. You didn’t have to share this with us but you did. Thank you.
That was a beautiful tribute Tyler. I resonate with this so much. I lost my Dad when I was 10 to a brain tumour. Now 29, I reflect and I am drawn into playing video games that we played together and which got me through that tough period in the immediate aftermath of losing him. I know only too well the feelings you describe. Know that you are not alone!
I lost my father in 2008 after complications from diabetes, at the age of 23 I was so lost in the world, your video is so relatable in every way. I'm glad I found it. Thank You
So sorry for your loss. Glad you found the video 🙏
Long time fan of the channel; first time watching this video.
I couldn’t watch it at the time it came out as I’d just been diagnosed with a brain tumour and was awaiting results - it was a bit too close.
I have 3 young kids, and a lovely wife. Not wanting to deal with reality is something I’ve repeatedly retreated into - usually via watching video game channels on YT, or rewatching old sci-fi, that remind me of a simpler time.
I’m okay, mercifully. And very thankful to be here.
It was great to hear you mention your faith. I don’t know where I would’ve been if not for that in my life, alongside the love of my wife and kids.
Life is a whole lot bigger than video games, and I love the way you described them as a conduit to something more.
They’re not the thing itself - they point towards memories, relationships, and the love therein. That intangible quality that comforts and heals.
God bless you, Tyler
Thank you for sharing this story with us Tyler. I know it wasn't easy. Your father's legacy is definitely living on,
I can relate this in a way. My dog died earlier this year and what really got me through those times when I was just with him, The game I played was Grand Theft Auto IV. It really helped and everytime I do think about him and everytime I do play Grand Theft Auto IV, I feel the sadness and grief similar to what I felt when my dog was dying.
You were hard on yourself. You didn't want to be there, but there you were. I'm proud of you man... we all are. I've been there, 3 months ago. It never goes away. I don't think I could make videos like this, I'm not emotionally strong enough. Beautiful stuff.
I was born in March of 87' & I lost my father in 2012 when I was 25 years old. His death was very sudden...he was diabetic & during a procedure, a blood clot went to his heart & he died instantly. Batman: Arkham City for 360 was what I was playing during all of this. I too found faith & a wonderful wife years after. Thank you for these videos. God bless 🙏
Thanks for being vulnerable, Tyler. You and your fathers relationship is the most model relationship I could ever think of.
My dad passed away to cancer in 2007 too, dad took pictures of the family and my younger self always so happy to show off the latest video I game I had back during NES times that I look back on time to time. Love your videos, those sentimental times good and sad, you really do not know what you have till it's gone.
No doubt that your dad is watching over you and proud of the incredible man, husband and father you have become. 💞
Life goes by so quick. Im 27 now and it feels like yesterday i graduated high school in 2015. Saddest part isnto watch your parents and family you love get old. What is life without those people?
GOD you are telling me i graduated 2010 best time of my life now most my family are gone....
I lost my mom in 2016 to cancer. It's a rough thing to go through. I buried myself in books to read at doctors appointments and chemo treatments. Your dad would be proud of what you've been able to do with his home videos and that they have entertained and brought back so many memories or a lot of people!
Your Dad was so ahead of the times and did so much with the technology at the time. We have it so easy today with our smart phones. I always tell folks to video your family doing everyday things, these will be your future memories. Great messaging in the end Tyler, that’s what puts you above the rest IMO. I lost my Dad in 2008 to cancer, hardest was seeing the weight loss to the belly we used to poke fun at. You don’t realize how final it is, here today, gone tomorrow.
Your dad brought so much joy not only to you. But to every one of us watching this.
What an amazing person.
Thank you to your dad!
Bro, I have been a fan of your channel for awhile..I always knew something was ominous with "your dad". I JUST saw this video and it broke my heart. I lost my dad in 2021. I am a little older than you, he brought me up on Intellivision and Commodore 64. Eventually I moved on to all the consoles. I also didn't spend as much time with him during his "bad time", I did see him..but in retrospect, I could have done better. Your dad seemed to be an amazing father, you are so lucky he recorded all of your amazing memories! Your dad is STILL here helping you out, and that's awesome man! Love the channel
Amen brother. The pain never goes, the love is always there as well. It was two weeks before my 21st birthday... I got woken up by my mama saying "something is wrong with daddy" as she rushed my little sister out to the bus. I ran to his bedroom and he was already gone. That was in 2001... I miss him more each day.
You are not alone in not wanting to face what was going on with your dad. The pain is almost unbearable. That just shows how much love you had for each other brother.
We pray for peace and understanding Lord. Amen.
I just want to say sorry for the loss of your dad I can tell he was your best friend and that is amazing how much he supported your hobby in video games which gave you and him this special father and son bond, This video brought tears to my eyes 😢once again sorry for your loss
I can relate to your experience. My mom was diagnosed with cancer in summer 2007 and pokemon pearl was my distraction from the awful situation. In early 2008 she lost the battle. I was also 21 years old like you and in hindsight I wish I could have spend more time with her but it was really hard to deal with and the possibility of losing her felt so unreal.
When I think back of Pokemon Pearl I have mixed feelings. I loved the game so much but there are also the memories of the terrible time.
I've went trough the same with my Mom few years ago. Like you, i just couldn't accept what's going on and i was running into play some games. After she passed away i really regret any moment that i wasn't on her side.
I lost my dad recently and the horrible night me and my little bro played call of duty online. Its crazy how videogames can help you through terrible times. RIP to our dads and to anyone who else had to deal with that difficult pain. Worst pain ever. Thank you for this video.
Still watching the video you're talking about Castlevania and your dad just now getting melanoma I see the pain in your eyes I'm here with you brother and your pops is holding the Beatles Love CD😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢
Thank you brother, these videos mean so much to me. It's like a time machine for me, going back to when my Dad was the magician who pulled games out of his hat. Thank you for being so open and vulnerable, it means the world to us.
Cancer has taken the best people in my life. I empathize with your loss man. Grieving is the hardest thing we do. Thank you for your video, advice and story. Peace.
I am so freaking proud of you for posting this, Tyler. I know your dad is too. My girlfriend lost her godfather the other week to ALS. She hasn't really known how to handle it, but she's been very quiet about it. I'm gonna show her your video in hopes it gets her to open up. ❤
God bless you brother....I did the same with games when my dad and grandpa were dying
I lost my dad to cancer in 2012. It was an awful season in my life, but one thing I remember fondly about my dad was that he often told my siblings and I how much he loved us and how proud he was of all of us. Even when he was perfectly healthy, he always made us feel so loved. Today, as a father of two boys, he is such an inspiration. I'll always cherish my memories of him, and I'm sure with the treasure trove of footage you have with your dad, you will also.
Thanks for sharing this personal experience of yours with all of us.
Of all the games, it's coincidental that the name of the game "Dawn of Sorrow" also reflects the reality of your time.
I liked the message of video games being there for us as an escape for the best of times as well as the worst of times. When I think about games that make me feel good, a lot of times it isn't so much the game but what feeling I got playing it at the time or when I got it, who I played it with, when I played it, the memories go beyond just the game.
This story relates to me as well as I also lost my dad to cancer and I can remember playing a game at the time that was there for me. My game I played was Pokemon GO in 2016. When I wasn't home with him, I was walking around town just immersing myself in the game. Like "Dawn of Sorrow", Pokemon GO was coincidentally a message, a way for me to just keep going, even in those hard times.
God bless your dad and your family...he's brought so much joy to this world threw hes videos. Even though hes gone i know he would be proud of what you are doing with all those wonderful memories he recorded.
This was a touching and difficult watch. Your dad reminds me of mine. He’d often come home with a random game, like Final Fantasy or Ninja Gaiden, and they are some of my most cherished memories. He brought you into that part of his life, and that’s special. I’m sorry you lost your father. He seems like a special guy.
I feel you my friend, I've told my story about how the Super Nintendo help me get through losing my mom to cancer as well. I got to tell you I couldn't watch the whole thing of this, it's too close to home for me, but I love you my brother, your dad would be proud of you, and you are one heck of a human being. Can't wait to see you again
My grandfather raised me, and I lost him in 2006 to cancer. I was 21 at the time, and also worked at EB Games in Louisiana at the time of his passing. Crazy parallels. I have held off watching this video because I hate cancer, and it still hurts to think about to this day. Thanks for sharing Tyler.
I think everyone approaches things different ways when going through heavy things like this. We always think we wish we did things differently from years ago.
God bless you and the family and I'm sure Dad is at peace now.
You talking about your dad now, and prior always makes me reflect on my parents and try to cherish my time with them.
Bless you for honoring your father's memory in this way. Brought tears to my eyes. My dad bought me my first game cube and gba. Your videos remind me of my child hood since we have the same taste in games. Rest in peace your dad was an awesome cool dude a genuine human being. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Your dad is so proud of you and your channel, sharing old memories you have made with him and your family with video games. I have a similar experience when I lost my mother late 2020 and how Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was my escape and to this day, I play the game in memory of my mother and how she raised me with playing video games back when we had our first NES and playing Mario Bros (discovering the Game Genie shhh lol). Ever since I've discovered your channel, I've been feeling this connection with losing my mother and you losing your father and look forward to new videos when they posted. Thank you for everything you do, and as always, keep being awesome! ❤
God bless you and yours❤ my dad is going through dementia and this vid is exactly what I needed! Thank you more than you might know❤🙂
Lost my dad too in 2005. I feel your loss. It’s great you have so many memories and that you are able to share them with us via your videos. This is the best channel by far and I’m always excited for your next one. I hope this channel is around for a really long time and that you keep on sharing your awesome memories.
BRO IF YOU DIDNT KNOW OR NO ONE DIDNT TELL YOU THAT WE ALL FEEL FOR YOU AND SHARING LOVE TO YOU AND YOUR DAD WAS AND IS A FU€KING LEGEND!!!!!! AND NOT ONLY WAS HE A LEGEND IN YOUR EYES BUT WITH YOU SHARING THESE VIDEOS AND STORIES YOU MADE HIM A LEGEND TO MILLIONS THAT SEEN YOUR TOTAL OF VIDEOS AND MORE THAT WILL SEE YOUR CHANNEL AND EVEN THO YOU DIDNT HAVE HIM FOREVER HE IS FOREVER IN HEAVEN AND THRU HIS LOVE FOR GAMES IT WENT DOWN TO YOU BRO YOU DOING YOUR THING AND YOU ARE BECOMING A LEGEND AND WE APPRECIATE YOU SHARING THIS STORY BECAUSE WE ALLLLLLLL KNOW HOW HARD IT WAS TO SPEAK ON IT AND BRO TRUST ME JUST LIKE ME I AM SURE ITS MANY OTHERS THAT WISH WE HAD A DAD LIKE YOURS BUT THANKS FOR THE MESSAGE AND GOD BLESS YOU!
Darn you Tyler. I don’t comment much at all but this is the first RUclips video that made me cry. I just lost my mom to cancer two months ago. So this hit very deep and hard but sometimes crying is what you just need to do.
Thank you for your videos for bringing a lot of enjoyment in a time that I really need it.
So sorry for your loss Jeremy. I’m glad the video help with a “good” cry. Again, my condolences
God bless his soul, you had the best dad a son could ask for. Blessings to you and your family.
This was heartbreaking and you seem like the loveliest guy in the world - thank you for sharing your story. I’m sure your dad was really happy that games were there to help you go through that at such a young age. The therapeutic power of games when something truly traumatic happens is incredible. Now when I think of that Castlevania, I’ll think of you and your dad ❤
Mad props for looking back and dealing with the loss,and self reflection.
Thank you for sharing with us your story and your tragedy of losing your father. I am sure he knows how much you love and how much we all are happy he was here with you in your life. Your dad is a one in a million, and you got him. You were incredibly lucky to have him. Thank you.
I lost my Dad in 2008.
Videogames have helped me get through the toughest times. For myself and cancer I was playing Half Life on XBox and I have weird fond memories for that time. My partner past just before the Wii U came out, and Black Ops 2 is the only CoD I've ever fully prestiged, it was something we would have shared and instead it gave me an outlet.
Thank you for sharing.
Really adored this game. I love the soul snatching mechanic in the game. Really wish we’d get another game with Soma Cruz.
Also…. sorry about your father. I can’t imagine that pain 😕
Awe Tyler this one hits so close to home buddy. Lost my dad at 14 in 1995.I’m so sorry for your loss. Love you, your Dad, and this Channel so much! Through these videos I have had so much healing of my own. Thanks for sharing your family with all of us.
I found your videos before my diagnoses, this hit so hard. I am starting Chemo and Radiation next month. Thanks for sharing this story, and Im so glad you've created this channel to celebrate how your dad influenced your life. 💙
In Jesus name be well and fight hard❤
May you defeat that cancer and rise to greatness. Cheering for you.
In Jesus name I ask and beg he lays his hand of miracles and mercy on you my friend.
Sorry about your Dad. Cancer sucks. I lost my dad around 2 years later in 2009 to cancer as well. It still leaves a hole in my heart to this day. My method of coping was playing the game Castlevania Symphony of the night spending a month in the ICU and then taking care of him when he got home. I remember sleepless nights, but the story, gameplay were top notch. I miss those hard times.
Your Dad showed you the value of gaming when you grew up and in return you used that value to keep on going through the hardest time in your life. I reckon your Dad would be proud that he showed you something that gave you comfort and helped you through his battle.
Castlevania is where my heart's at,I love your video it really touched me thanks.😢
I respect you tremendously Tyler for putting out this video. I appreciate how tough it must have been for you. Your dad is such a big part of what makes this channel so amazing. Glad his memory still goes on strong. Much love
I lost my mom to a stroke about 10 years ago. It was the hardest thing I've ever been through. Thanks for sharing this. I know it was tough.
Dawn of sorrow. It says it all. I lost my Dad in a very similar way. I lived in denial at the time too. Your video brought me to tears for both our fathers. Thank you for your video 💙
Thank you for sharing this moving video. It made me think of my own dad who passed away in the year 2000 of esophageal cancer. While he wasn’t a gamer, there were many days as a kid when I would be playing games on my Commodore 128 while my dad was sitting a few feet away tying trout flies. Good memories.
I almost cried during this story, you're a brave man for sharing this Tyler
I completely understand about being in denial and saying "It'll be alright." My mom had cancer and she told me not to worry. I never thought about it again and then she was gone in a blink.
Hi Tyler, I just wanna thank you for sharing this part of your life and your thoughts. To me it's really hard to even write here, I cannot imagine how hard could be to talk about it in a video. My dad was diagnosed with cancer in November and I, even if I am giving everything I can to support my family, I was living the same denial until few days ago. I was positive and always smiling but something my mother said changed everything, she just said that my father is feeling cold when it's really warm outside and my brain just snapped, and now I wake up in tears, afraid of losing him too soon. Hearing your story makes me feel less alone, even given how sad it is, and I will try to lean on my family and my friend as you suggest.
If you'll ever come to Italy and pass by Milano, there will be a pizza on the house for you.
So sorry you’re going through this. Sounds like you have a lovely family. Love and support each other through this. My prayers are with you. Thanks for the pizza offer!
As someone who lost their grandfather in 2008 from cancer while playing a DS game right before their passing, this is extremely relating and I'm truly sorry about your dad. Video games are more than just games. They're a passage through life, an escape from the harsh reality and a treasure trove of memories. Cancer still affects people all around me greatly and I'm sure it does for many others. If it wasn't for video games, I don't know how I would have made it through those hard times. Thank you for making this video, sharing your experiences and here's to video games being there for us for many years to come.
I am glad you honor your dad with this channel. This has me crying because it is so relatable. We all cope in different ways during times like that and your final message nails it. Thank you for sharing.
Lost my dad back in 96... and chrono trigger and final fantasy 6 got me through. Thank you so much for sharing
Thanks for sharing, bro. Games have definitely been there to try and take the edge off of life when times get tough. God bless.
I still have both of my parents, they're in their late 60s now, and every now and again i'm reminded of their mortality. Life is so short, and I really appreciate you sharing this video. I know down the road, I'll go through a similar situation, and there will be a game I havnt played yet, or maybe hasn't even been made, that I attach myself to during that time. I was raised without faith, and I'm very happy, grounded. But I'm often jealous of the idea, that I could never possibly connect to.
I've your videos for a few years Tyler, and they're some of my favorite on the platform. Your father has played a huge role in all of them, his love for video games is still shared today, across the globe. Thanks for all the vids dude.
We're about the same age but I lost my dad to cancer back in 2018. It definitely helped increase my faith in Jesus, no doubt. Thanks for sharing your story and being vulnerable. It's good to be reminded that we are not alone in our loss.
I lost my mom 3years ago because of cancer. watching your videos reminds me of all the gory movies, video games and comics that my mom gave me for birthday or christmas even if she hated gore horror things. I miss her so much.
I saw this video when it came out, it was such a touching tribute to your dad. I’m writing this now because about a month after this came out, I lost my father to cancer as well in late October (lung cancer spread to the brain), and I’m in my early 20s too. Much like Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow was your comfort game during that period, Super Mario Bros. Wonder has been that for me. Cancer is a royal pain in the ass, not only does the patient suffer but those who love them suffer as well. Your dad would be so proud of you sharing these memories with us. Both our dads are very different, but they would want us to keep living, and keep making them proud. Same goes for all the best dads out there. Thanks for sharing Tyler.
What is crazy is this is it. Your channel is the history for this time period in video games and your dad was the perfect person to make it a reality. I hope he can look down somewhere and see the reality he built with you.