Sad to hear you can't fully do what you love this year, Arlo, but in the same breath, TopicArlo really has been a blessing in disguise. I know it's not your "main" audience, but it's been obvious for a while that you wanted to branch a bit more from your usual Nintendo stuff, and TopicArlo allowed you to breathe, whereas the main channel would've punished you for daring to express yourself a bit more. As a viewer and subscriber of both, I just genuinely love to hear you talk about videogames of all shapes and sizes, not just Nintendo (and I say that as someone who's primarily a Nintendo gamer).
The end of the year videos, with the wish lists and predictions specifically, are some of my favorites. Regardless of which channel and what format, I'll definitely tune in
This time of year i tend to work 70+ hours a week. Lucky to get a single day off for 6 weeks or so. Your end of the year videos are always a highlight while i work. They help get me through the brutal end of the year season. Thanks for the uploads all these last 10 years. I'll look forward to next years output.
Man, that's really unfortunate. Commentary over B Roll is fine and all, but I really enjoy that you're willing to take things to another level! Hopefully you can reorganize next year and make another seminal work like Switch Pee.
I’m actually really happy with this outcome. I thought most of the end of year videos would just be totally cut, so this is pretty good news in my eyes. Appreciate that you and Kane are still gonna get us that games of the year video AND get unscripted versions of the rest.
You, Kane and anyone else who pitches into the Arlo channel already do so much for us that its totally understandable things needed to scale down. I honestly enjoy the unscripted stuff sometimes more then highly edited but thats probably because I mostly listen to Arlo vids in the car. Regardless its awesome we at least get some of the usual vids on TopicArlo. Don't overwork yourself Mr. Monster man
Arlo, my guy, find yourself some help. You need a new doctor that can help you figure out why you’re constantly sick. We all care about you, and we all love your content.
Love the Topic Arlo vids but RUclipsrs creating unscripted channels usually leads to the scripted channel being kinda of abandoned or becoming a second priority. Noticed it with Scott the Woz. Just hope the main Arlo channel still gets the love and attention it deserves.
Frankly Arlo, your Concord videos this year made any lack of any other content moot. I had a great time watching you constantly analyze the Concord dumpster fire. It was awesome.
End of year stuff is always a favorite of mine, but I’d much rather it scale back if the alternative is half hearted, crunched, and coming at a loss for you and your team. Looking forward to what you do regardless !
Here's an idea--- "Nintendo History with Arlo" (Classic Games from the old consoles, fun facts about the games, remakes, or hypothetical remakes that you'd like to see. Games that deserve to be remembered, etc...) Might require some research, but you can add your own personal Arlo twist to them. Just a thought 👍
Gotta be honest. Topic Arlo is my absolute favorite channel this year. I love these talk formats from you. So if it's scaled "down" to xou just talking about this and next year it will be perfectly fine.
honestly have always LOVED those videos but i totally understand having to bring it to topic arlo. this year has been busy for me as well, cant blame anyone wanting to take a breather at the end of the year instead of working yourself too hard. good luck with everything, and glad youre able to get some self care in!
I probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between your scripted and unscripted content anyway. You always bring that same sort of relaxed, at ease, demeanour in every video you release, whether it’s TopicArlo or the main channel. You never sound like you’re reading from a script. So yeah, I wouldn’t worry about people reacting negatively about videos going one one channel instead of another. We’ll tune in regardless. 🙌
Arlo and Kane, you take whatever time you need! I sincerely love everything you create, but more than that just appreciate you for you - so do what’s best for yourselves! ❤
I mean, as long as its content of arlo predicting and thinking of the future of nintendo i'll be extremely happy no matter the scale. it's so interesting to discuss
Truly the perfect storm. The most important part to me this year is the recap of last years end of year videos. I love seeing you talk about what did and didn't come true
I will enjoy whatever you put out. I’ve been a fan of the channel(s) for at least 8 or 9 years and I’ll be glad to have whatever Arlo stuff there is moving forward.
Love you and Happy Holidays! ⭐️💖 I completely understand and yes I do love those videos but whatever form any of those videos will take form in I’ll still love them and I am glad you and Kane are taking care of yourselves and not burning yourselves out! You and Kane are the best!
Your end of year videos are definitely my favorites. I'm really glad we'll still be getting abridged versions on here. I'm glad you don't feel too heartbroken about having to go easy on them this year too. Really looking forward to next years too!
We know it's been rough with you feeling sick, you've given us a lot of great videos even though you've been recovering. We love your channel and everything you that you do, just being able to hear you in topic Arlo does a lot to brighten my days. Take care of yourself and there's always a next year
I enjoy your yearly prediction videos so much that every year I make my own ones with a similar format and they take A LOT of work to put out. Which is brutal, especially at this busy time of the year. So, I fully understand your situation and I respect that you know how much people look forward to the videos and want to let us know in advanced that they’ll be scaled back this year.
So sad to hear.. One of the best parts of what's a really hard time of the year for me. I just hope we get some christmas songs from you. It puts such a large smile on my face every time. :)
Oh, man. You had me worried there for a sec. I though you were just gonna skip all of the year-end videos entirely. Honestly, I'd be more than happy with just one or two year-end videos. No shame at all in scaling back.
i'm a big huge fan of people taking a breather when they need it, so i'm so glad to hear you have a moment to do that AND have decided to actually take that opportunity. and like everyone who works on Arlo videos, i'm sure we're all just excited for when we DO finally get to gush about metroid prime 4 / switch 2 / new zelda / new mario / etc news! until then, its nice that we can enjoy some chill topicarlo vids. enjoy the holidays, and take it easy
I have been waiting to see the end of year videos hit my inbox so I’m sad to see they aren’t happening but I hope you and Kane can have a good rest and chill out over the break.
I totally understand! I didn't even realize how many end of year videos you do until you started listing them. Breathe easy and enjoy the holidays- don't stress yourself out ❤
@@fillerbunnyninjashark271 ??? the game got an actual trailer this year, showing plenty of gameplay of the opening act, it’s not even remotely comparable to vaporware
Your channel is one of the big reasons i got so invested in the Switch, which was my first ever nintendo home console. The Switch 2 will be the first console I'll ever get at launch, and I'll be here too when thats there. Happy holidays to you and Kane, Arlo.
i do always love the end of year extravaganza, but that just means both that i'll extra look forward to it next year, and that i can take joy in knowing that you and kane won't have to sacrifice your own happiness and well-being just for the joy of the viewers. i'm glad youre taking a step back if that's what you need and i'm still really excited for the topic arlo videos!
Fully support any decision you make for you and Kanes mental health! Those videos really are some of my favorites and they always inspire me to go back and watch old ones too. I’ll just have to watch the Topic Arlos and go back and watch the old ones anyways! No worries and I’m looking forward to all the big Switch 2 content whenever it starts happening!
I'm glad you and your editors are taking better care of yourselves, I know previous end of year content has essentially been possible due to crunching yourself , that alone would be reason enough to scale it back, but especially considering illness etc this year. I will happily and gladly watch anything you put out regardless of how scaled back, you and your team's mental and emotional health is way more important. Love ya Arlo, You're appreciated Kane, and anyone else contributing to keeping the channel going
You do what you need to do, Arlo and team. I can't speak for anyone else, but speaking for myself, you have my support in the decisions you've made here. Have a good holiday, and may the Switch 2 era of your channel be enjoyable, blessed, and profitable. 🙂👍
We understand, and although I always love your end of year content, I’m honestly just happy to hear you ramble about literally anything. No effort is needed to keep us happy. We will gladly take the crumbs you offer, especially if it means you get a break from what must be a very busy upload schedule. Enjoy your holidays, and here’s to the FLOOD of content you’ll make for the inevitable release of the Switch 2! (I honestly just want the BFR of TOTK, the rest can wait or be cancelled anyways).
Bummer. I've just rewatched a whole lot of those end of the year videos of yours, was looking forward to this year's. As much as I don't agree with many of your takes - I do love those videos. Even if you did predict an upgraded switch five years in a row. That being said. Self-care is important. Take your time and have happy holidays, both of you!
Even though I do hope these kinds of videos make a comeback in a post switch 2 release world, I’m very happy with what you’ve got going on right now. And I’m glad you’re setting boundaries for yourself. Hope you get well soon!💙💙
Thank you for 10 years of fantastic, high-quality content! I truly enjoy your work, whether it’s here or on your main channel. While the scripted videos are undoubtedly a delight to watch, I know that, like me, a big part of your audience follows your content to hear your perspective and opinions. The script and editing are the very well-received finishing touches that elevate the experience!
That’s unfortunate man, those videos are some of my favorite youtube videos (including non-gaming content) of all time, and they were always a highlight of the Christmas season. But, no pressure in scaling it down man. Thanks for having given us so many end of year videos for the last few years and look forward to seeing all of your content for upcoming Switch 2 hype season
Thank you for your videos. I really enjoy watching all your videos. More importantly, thank you for looking out for your health. Have a great holidays!
As someone who PRIMARILY listens to you instead of watching, this sounds alright. I'm sorry this year has been a ride, it has been a struggle all around. So thank you for what you do, and I look forward to whatever you do make!
I'm mostly just here for the random predictions, how you felt about the year, both for Nintendo and beyond, and all around just hearing you talk. If the end of year recaps & predictions have to be scaled back, I'm still here to listen and discuss.
I listen to all of your videos like podcasts, so I don’t even notice half the time when it’s “just” topic arlo. You’re my Nintendo comfort food whether it’s highly produced or not. Take the time you need!
How was I not subscribed to TopicArlo? I click on almost all of these videos. Fixed it :3 Arlo's right, I do look forward to his particular year in review/wishlist set of annual videos. Looking forward to whatever you're able to put out this year :3
I mean, the end of year videos are always fun, but also life happens and we’ve had so many of those videos to enjoy in the past.. plus, with a new generation of Nintendo coming it kinda makes sense for things to be slower? So no worries in my book, your content is great regardless ❤
The predictions video is my favorite video you make every year! It’s so much fun to dream about the future. Hopefully you can do a simplified version here. Totally understand your reasons!!
Heck. That is definitely unfortunate 😢 But I’m glad you’ll at least be able to make some version of those videos. Even if it’s just Ranty style. Glad you’re making sure you’re taken care in terms of life first ❤❤
I do love those videos, so it is unfortunate, but it’s okay! Don’t feel too bad about it, sometimes we just aren’t able to get everything done, sometimes we need a break, and that’s okay! Just happy that you’re creating anything at all my friend!
As long as we get something along the lines of the end of year videos, I’m happy. It’s not the best news, but I worried we wouldn’t get anything, so I’m happy with you doing unscripted TopicArlo versions. But you BETTER do Christmas Arlo songs. That is not allowed to not happen.
TopicArlo seems like a mutual benefit cuz, darn, I love just hearing a well-spoken monster riff on news and cool gaming topics :) Disposable content for sure but there’s nothing wrong with that, as far as I’m concerned! Especially since you still regularly pump out main channel stuff
Arlo, I am glad that you are better healthwise... That's the first thing that comes to mind. Then, don't worry about it. It's not the best scenario, of course, but we are here for you. I am having a really rough year, but me, my friends and family, we stuck together, and God, above all is guiding us in our difficulties... Lastly, I wish you and Kane happy Hollidays, a fantastic new year, and may God guide you through it as He has guided me so far!
Heya Arlo, I am normally a lurker, but I wanted to reach out and let you know that I appreciate your voice, takes, and commentary. I consider you a wonderful pillar of the gaming community. I’m glad that we’ll be able to continue to see your videos throughout the holiday season in a more low-key format where nobody has to be stressed and we can just enjoy life and our families. You take care and do what needs to be done. Thank you.
I've had a great appreciation for the work you and Kane do on all of the videos, but like you said the end of year videos always felt special. I can't really complain because the videos will still be made which is great news! Maybe involve Kane in some of them, ArloCast style? No matter how or when they come out I'll be there!
I'm all of these supportive and nice comments! You've really cultivated such a kind and warm community here Arlo, you and Kane have done great work on everything you've done, keep it up ♥️
I hope the break is rejuvenating! I would watch an "Arlo reacts" video looking at your predictions for this past year. No script needed, I just like seeing how you feel about your predictions!
Ahhh those videos are my favorite. I understand though and I've really been enjoying how much content you've been putting out with TopicArlo. I really appreciate your big production videos on the main channel but I also just really like hearing you talk about game news and stuff. Congrats on 10 years, that's incredible! P.S. can you please include one of your Arlo Original Christmas songs in the video you guys are doing? Those are the best.
As someone who listens to these videos without ever looking at the screen, I couldn’t care less about production value 😬. Topicarlo caring less and putting out more is a blessing.
Just upload a compilation of all the times you improv singing Christmas songs in previous years and I'd be floored. 😆 (Whatever you do, take care of yourself and have a wonderful Christmas season! You're awesome!)
I was happily looking forward to the end of year videos, but it honestly makes me happier knowing you guys aren't stressing yourselves to make videos in a tough time. 2025 really is an unpredictable year anyways 😂. Also, arlo getting distracted by switch pee genuinely made my day
As I get older I realize just how hectic and busy life is. Don’t stress yourself by creating your own deadlines and setting your standards too high. Your content has always made me happy, so even just making “talking head” videos is more than enough for me. Something I can listen to in my car or something and not even watch. Not every video needs to be a huge production. Try to stay stress free and enjoy the holidays! You’re the 🐐
The predictions video being canceled is a huge bummer, but I’ve wanted to do something similar or at least somewhat unique for my predictions since last year, so this seems like a good excuse to make it happen!
I think this is a great plan B, Arlo, in regards to end of year content. After all, next year is going to be nuts when it comes to releasing Nintendo-related videos. Rest up!
Sad to hear you can't fully do what you love this year, Arlo, but in the same breath, TopicArlo really has been a blessing in disguise. I know it's not your "main" audience, but it's been obvious for a while that you wanted to branch a bit more from your usual Nintendo stuff, and TopicArlo allowed you to breathe, whereas the main channel would've punished you for daring to express yourself a bit more.
As a viewer and subscriber of both, I just genuinely love to hear you talk about videogames of all shapes and sizes, not just Nintendo (and I say that as someone who's primarily a Nintendo gamer).
Heck, I'll even listen to him talk about a burger deal for 15 minutes. Me and at least 101,000 other people.
Just don't completely abandon the main channel.
I very much so 2nd this its great!
@@DjaermiI adored that video! It inspired me to figure out this kum and go free xp drink loophole 🤣
I third it @LuckyBenjamin_
Honestly I just like hearing Arlo talk about games and give his opinions, scripted or unscripted I’ll gladly tune in
Yep, same.
Agreed, TopicArlo has been a true gift.
Preach 🙏
100%
Same here
TopicArlo: "Look at me, I am the main channel now!"
"Wait, it's all the main channel?"
"Always has been."
Pretty much how I see it
It's like what happened to PeanutButterGamer with his Peebs channel where the latter is now the main one because it's more active
i wouldn't imagine he appreciates comments like this lol
@@blargojarginIt's probably not that big of a deal to him unless they absolutely flood the comments.
The end of the year videos, with the wish lists and predictions specifically, are some of my favorites. Regardless of which channel and what format, I'll definitely tune in
This time of year i tend to work 70+ hours a week. Lucky to get a single day off for 6 weeks or so. Your end of the year videos are always a highlight while i work. They help get me through the brutal end of the year season. Thanks for the uploads all these last 10 years. I'll look forward to next years output.
10 years already? Damn time flies.
What do you work with?? I work 30h/week and get tired by just that
@@Faronwoodsskeep it on the DL but they are a North Pole elf.
So long as he sings carols for an uncomfortably long time at least once, I'll watch whatever Arlo posts in December
Man, that's really unfortunate. Commentary over B Roll is fine and all, but I really enjoy that you're willing to take things to another level! Hopefully you can reorganize next year and make another seminal work like Switch Pee.
Is Switch Pee the name of the next system?
Its actually called the Switch Feces
Switch what now
Dude, I love both your channels and what you're doing with them. No matter what kind of video appears on which channel, I'll watch it.
Same
Me too, and honestly I don’t find the two channels that different either they both feel just as good as eachother
I’m actually really happy with this outcome. I thought most of the end of year videos would just be totally cut, so this is pretty good news in my eyes. Appreciate that you and Kane are still gonna get us that games of the year video AND get unscripted versions of the rest.
You, Kane and anyone else who pitches into the Arlo channel already do so much for us that its totally understandable things needed to scale down. I honestly enjoy the unscripted stuff sometimes more then highly edited but thats probably because I mostly listen to Arlo vids in the car. Regardless its awesome we at least get some of the usual vids on TopicArlo. Don't overwork yourself Mr. Monster man
But where will I get my yearly dose of Arlo singing Christmas music?!
Arlo, my guy, find yourself some help. You need a new doctor that can help you figure out why you’re constantly sick. We all care about you, and we all love your content.
This!!!
Good doctors are rare
Love the Topic Arlo vids but RUclipsrs creating unscripted channels usually leads to the scripted channel being kinda of abandoned or becoming a second priority. Noticed it with Scott the Woz. Just hope the main Arlo channel still gets the love and attention it deserves.
I will never recover from the loss of weekly Scott the Woz
Frankly Arlo, your Concord videos this year made any lack of any other content moot. I had a great time watching you constantly analyze the Concord dumpster fire. It was awesome.
End of year stuff is always a favorite of mine, but I’d much rather it scale back if the alternative is half hearted, crunched, and coming at a loss for you and your team. Looking forward to what you do regardless !
Here's an idea--- "Nintendo History with Arlo" (Classic Games from the old consoles, fun facts about the games, remakes, or hypothetical remakes that you'd like to see. Games that deserve to be remembered, etc...)
Might require some research, but you can add your own personal Arlo twist to them. Just a thought 👍
Gotta be honest. Topic Arlo is my absolute favorite channel this year. I love these talk formats from you. So if it's scaled "down" to xou just talking about this and next year it will be perfectly fine.
honestly have always LOVED those videos but i totally understand having to bring it to topic arlo. this year has been busy for me as well, cant blame anyone wanting to take a breather at the end of the year instead of working yourself too hard. good luck with everything, and glad youre able to get some self care in!
No pressure on scaling it back
Sorry to hear that your views have been dropping. I discovered your main channel last January channel and have been eating up your content ever since.
Views are down across the whole site.
I probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between your scripted and unscripted content anyway. You always bring that same sort of relaxed, at ease, demeanour in every video you release, whether it’s TopicArlo or the main channel. You never sound like you’re reading from a script. So yeah, I wouldn’t worry about people reacting negatively about videos going one one channel instead of another. We’ll tune in regardless. 🙌
I actually like unscripted Arlo a little more.
They both sound quite rambly 😭
Arlo and Kane, you take whatever time you need! I sincerely love everything you create, but more than that just appreciate you for you - so do what’s best for yourselves! ❤
I mean, as long as its content of arlo predicting and thinking of the future of nintendo i'll be extremely happy no matter the scale. it's so interesting to discuss
Truly the perfect storm. The most important part to me this year is the recap of last years end of year videos. I love seeing you talk about what did and didn't come true
At this point I like this channel more than the main channel. The videos are always nice to listen to and more from you is always welcome.
I'm happy for any and all Arlo content we get! Have a safe and relaxing holidays!
I will enjoy whatever you put out. I’ve been a fan of the channel(s) for at least 8 or 9 years and I’ll be glad to have whatever Arlo stuff there is moving forward.
Been enjoying both channels. I know the algorithm is fickle but I hope you know how much we’re enjoying your output.
Love you and Happy Holidays! ⭐️💖 I completely understand and yes I do love those videos but whatever form any of those videos will take form in I’ll still love them and I am glad you and Kane are taking care of yourselves and not burning yourselves out! You and Kane are the best!
Your end of year videos are definitely my favorites. I'm really glad we'll still be getting abridged versions on here. I'm glad you don't feel too heartbroken about having to go easy on them this year too. Really looking forward to next years too!
We know it's been rough with you feeling sick, you've given us a lot of great videos even though you've been recovering. We love your channel and everything you that you do, just being able to hear you in topic Arlo does a lot to brighten my days. Take care of yourself and there's always a next year
Awww, that's too bad, but it's okay. You deserve a break this year, Arlo c:
I enjoy your yearly prediction videos so much that every year I make my own ones with a similar format and they take A LOT of work to put out. Which is brutal, especially at this busy time of the year. So, I fully understand your situation and I respect that you know how much people look forward to the videos and want to let us know in advanced that they’ll be scaled back this year.
I generally just listen to these videos, so scaled down is no worry for me. Thanks for continuing to do something!
So sad to hear.. One of the best parts of what's a really hard time of the year for me. I just hope we get some christmas songs from you. It puts such a large smile on my face every time. :)
Oh, man. You had me worried there for a sec. I though you were just gonna skip all of the year-end videos entirely. Honestly, I'd be more than happy with just one or two year-end videos. No shame at all in scaling back.
Aw man, the end of year predictions videos are my absolute favorite of your output. I do hope next year we'll get the full thing again.
i'm a big huge fan of people taking a breather when they need it, so i'm so glad to hear you have a moment to do that AND have decided to actually take that opportunity. and like everyone who works on Arlo videos, i'm sure we're all just excited for when we DO finally get to gush about metroid prime 4 / switch 2 / new zelda / new mario / etc news! until then, its nice that we can enjoy some chill topicarlo vids. enjoy the holidays, and take it easy
As an enjoyer of speculation and imagination, I will miss the prediction video, but I hope you two have a lovely holiday break!
I have been waiting to see the end of year videos hit my inbox so I’m sad to see they aren’t happening but I hope you and Kane can have a good rest and chill out over the break.
I totally understand! I didn't even realize how many end of year videos you do until you started listing them. Breathe easy and enjoy the holidays- don't stress yourself out ❤
Hey, at least you got Prime 4 news this year
Game is vapor ware at this point. Along with half life 3
@@fillerbunnyninjashark271 ??? the game got an actual trailer this year, showing plenty of gameplay of the opening act, it’s not even remotely comparable to vaporware
Your channel is one of the big reasons i got so invested in the Switch, which was my first ever nintendo home console.
The Switch 2 will be the first console I'll ever get at launch, and I'll be here too when thats there.
Happy holidays to you and Kane, Arlo.
i do always love the end of year extravaganza, but that just means both that i'll extra look forward to it next year, and that i can take joy in knowing that you and kane won't have to sacrifice your own happiness and well-being just for the joy of the viewers. i'm glad youre taking a step back if that's what you need and i'm still really excited for the topic arlo videos!
Fully support any decision you make for you and Kanes mental health! Those videos really are some of my favorites and they always inspire me to go back and watch old ones too. I’ll just have to watch the Topic Arlos and go back and watch the old ones anyways! No worries and I’m looking forward to all the big Switch 2 content whenever it starts happening!
I'm glad you and your editors are taking better care of yourselves, I know previous end of year content has essentially been possible due to crunching yourself , that alone would be reason enough to scale it back, but especially considering illness etc this year.
I will happily and gladly watch anything you put out regardless of how scaled back, you and your team's mental and emotional health is way more important.
Love ya Arlo, You're appreciated Kane, and anyone else contributing to keeping the channel going
You do what you need to do, Arlo and team. I can't speak for anyone else, but speaking for myself, you have my support in the decisions you've made here. Have a good holiday, and may the Switch 2 era of your channel be enjoyable, blessed, and profitable. 🙂👍
It's okay Arlo! Take care of yourself :). You are doing great! Any Arlo video is a treat!
I'm glad you are taking care of yourself and your team. Let's aim for the best next year!
The yearly prediction video is always my favorite. You tacking with gameplay in the background is just fine with me.
Sad? More Topic Arlo is a win in my book. Also I’ve been replaying Star Wars Outlaws and forgot you were namedropped in it. It made me super happy.
Wait really?
We understand, and although I always love your end of year content, I’m honestly just happy to hear you ramble about literally anything. No effort is needed to keep us happy. We will gladly take the crumbs you offer, especially if it means you get a break from what must be a very busy upload schedule. Enjoy your holidays, and here’s to the FLOOD of content you’ll make for the inevitable release of the Switch 2! (I honestly just want the BFR of TOTK, the rest can wait or be cancelled anyways).
Bummer. I've just rewatched a whole lot of those end of the year videos of yours, was looking forward to this year's. As much as I don't agree with many of your takes - I do love those videos. Even if you did predict an upgraded switch five years in a row.
That being said.
Self-care is important. Take your time and have happy holidays, both of you!
Even though I do hope these kinds of videos make a comeback in a post switch 2 release world, I’m very happy with what you’ve got going on right now. And I’m glad you’re setting boundaries for yourself. Hope you get well soon!💙💙
Thank you for 10 years of fantastic, high-quality content!
I truly enjoy your work, whether it’s here or on your main channel.
While the scripted videos are undoubtedly a delight to watch, I know that, like me, a big part of your audience follows your content to hear your perspective and opinions.
The script and editing are the very well-received finishing touches that elevate the experience!
Congrats on 10 Years!! Praying for your continued recovery and rest! Merry Christmas!
That’s unfortunate man, those videos are some of my favorite youtube videos (including non-gaming content) of all time, and they were always a highlight of the Christmas season. But, no pressure in scaling it down man. Thanks for having given us so many end of year videos for the last few years and look forward to seeing all of your content for upcoming Switch 2 hype season
❌Sad News Regarding My End-of-Year Videos
✅HUGE News Regarding My Switch Pee Videos
These are my favorite videos every time, i'm sad but also glad that you're still doing a little something ! thanks for telling us in advence !
Thank you for your videos. I really enjoy watching all your videos. More importantly, thank you for looking out for your health. Have a great holidays!
As someone who PRIMARILY listens to you instead of watching, this sounds alright. I'm sorry this year has been a ride, it has been a struggle all around. So thank you for what you do, and I look forward to whatever you do make!
I'm mostly just here for the random predictions, how you felt about the year, both for Nintendo and beyond, and all around just hearing you talk. If the end of year recaps & predictions have to be scaled back, I'm still here to listen and discuss.
Whatever you make Arlo, it will be great, don’t worry about it!
I listen to all of your videos like podcasts, so I don’t even notice half the time when it’s “just” topic arlo. You’re my Nintendo comfort food whether it’s highly produced or not. Take the time you need!
The prediction videos are always my favorite! Sad it's not going to get a full video this year, but there's always next year.
Only 2 things matter to be Arlo. 1. Your health 2. You do your yearly carol
How was I not subscribed to TopicArlo? I click on almost all of these videos. Fixed it :3
Arlo's right, I do look forward to his particular year in review/wishlist set of annual videos. Looking forward to whatever you're able to put out this year :3
I mean, the end of year videos are always fun, but also life happens and we’ve had so many of those videos to enjoy in the past.. plus, with a new generation of Nintendo coming it kinda makes sense for things to be slower? So no worries in my book, your content is great regardless ❤
The predictions video is my favorite video you make every year! It’s so much fun to dream about the future. Hopefully you can do a simplified version here. Totally understand your reasons!!
I love the end of year videos, I’m glad you’re still doing them even if the format is somewhat different!
Heck. That is definitely unfortunate 😢
But I’m glad you’ll at least be able to make some version of those videos. Even if it’s just Ranty style. Glad you’re making sure you’re taken care in terms of life first ❤❤
I do love those videos, so it is unfortunate, but it’s okay! Don’t feel too bad about it, sometimes we just aren’t able to get everything done, sometimes we need a break, and that’s okay!
Just happy that you’re creating anything at all my friend!
And even if you weren’t I still would only wish you the best!
I’d listen to Arlo talk about practically anything. So you got my view 🤷🏻♂️
As long as we get something along the lines of the end of year videos, I’m happy. It’s not the best news, but I worried we wouldn’t get anything, so I’m happy with you doing unscripted TopicArlo versions.
But you BETTER do Christmas Arlo songs. That is not allowed to not happen.
TopicArlo seems like a mutual benefit cuz, darn, I love just hearing a well-spoken monster riff on news and cool gaming topics :) Disposable content for sure but there’s nothing wrong with that, as far as I’m concerned! Especially since you still regularly pump out main channel stuff
10 Years! Long enough for me to start watching you in middle school and still be watching as a college dropout. Much love to ya Arlo.
Arlo, I am glad that you are better healthwise... That's the first thing that comes to mind. Then, don't worry about it. It's not the best scenario, of course, but we are here for you. I am having a really rough year, but me, my friends and family, we stuck together, and God, above all is guiding us in our difficulties... Lastly, I wish you and Kane happy Hollidays, a fantastic new year, and may God guide you through it as He has guided me so far!
Arlo: "I'm scaling my output back"
*New Concord news drops*
Arlo: "...after this next video."
Heya Arlo,
I am normally a lurker, but I wanted to reach out and let you know that I appreciate your voice, takes, and commentary. I consider you a wonderful pillar of the gaming community.
I’m glad that we’ll be able to continue to see your videos throughout the holiday season in a more low-key format where nobody has to be stressed and we can just enjoy life and our families.
You take care and do what needs to be done.
Thank you.
I've had a great appreciation for the work you and Kane do on all of the videos, but like you said the end of year videos always felt special. I can't really complain because the videos will still be made which is great news! Maybe involve Kane in some of them, ArloCast style? No matter how or when they come out I'll be there!
I'm all of these supportive and nice comments! You've really cultivated such a kind and warm community here Arlo, you and Kane have done great work on everything you've done, keep it up ♥️
I’m really sad to hear this. I think the predictions video and wish list are two of my favorite things we get all year.
I’ll take what I can get, but that is a bummer. I really look forward to those videos every year.
I hope the break is rejuvenating! I would watch an "Arlo reacts" video looking at your predictions for this past year. No script needed, I just like seeing how you feel about your predictions!
Noooooo, those were some of my favorite videos you made😭 it’s ok that you’re scaling back though
Heaven forbid we get an end of year video in January or February.
Switch community will be even worse off by June or Feb. Why would people want to hear about 2024 Switch games in Feb when Switch 2 will be announcing
I also wonder what the tradeoff is comparing TopicArlo videos with that sweet December revenue versus main Arlo videos with that January revenue.
I assume the algorithim only favors end of year reviews in December
Bro sounds needy
Genuinely forgot he did prediction videos. Regardless I just like hearing Arlo talk about anything tbh. Such a joy to watch and hear from.
Arlos yearly predictions and reviews always make me realize how fast the years pass lol
Best wishes Arlo. Have a good holiday and hope your health turns around
You got to do what works best for you. I’ll watch your end of the year videos regardless of the format or length.
Ahhh those videos are my favorite. I understand though and I've really been enjoying how much content you've been putting out with TopicArlo. I really appreciate your big production videos on the main channel but I also just really like hearing you talk about game news and stuff. Congrats on 10 years, that's incredible!
P.S. can you please include one of your Arlo Original Christmas songs in the video you guys are doing? Those are the best.
As someone who listens to these videos without ever looking at the screen, I couldn’t care less about production value 😬. Topicarlo caring less and putting out more is a blessing.
Just upload a compilation of all the times you improv singing Christmas songs in previous years and I'd be floored. 😆 (Whatever you do, take care of yourself and have a wonderful Christmas season! You're awesome!)
Frankly, the wishlist video is way more interesting to me than the predictions video. Whatever form it shows up in, I’ll gladly watch it! 😊
I was happily looking forward to the end of year videos, but it honestly makes me happier knowing you guys aren't stressing yourselves to make videos in a tough time. 2025 really is an unpredictable year anyways 😂. Also, arlo getting distracted by switch pee genuinely made my day
I don't mind really. Even without high production values it's still Arlo. So I'm gonna love it regardless!
As I get older I realize just how hectic and busy life is. Don’t stress yourself by creating your own deadlines and setting your standards too high. Your content has always made me happy, so even just making “talking head” videos is more than enough for me. Something I can listen to in my car or something and not even watch. Not every video needs to be a huge production. Try to stay stress free and enjoy the holidays! You’re the 🐐
The predictions video being canceled is a huge bummer, but I’ve wanted to do something similar or at least somewhat unique for my predictions since last year, so this seems like a good excuse to make it happen!
6:19 It’s time to pivot into jazzy musical numbers! Yes! I have been waiting for this!
Yes!!
I think this is a great plan B, Arlo, in regards to end of year content. After all, next year is going to be nuts when it comes to releasing Nintendo-related videos. Rest up!