Macarrones05 2021-01-01 17:30:54

I know you said we would say this, but really, take it easy, if you are feeling bad for whatever reason take a break, that is what your fans wants more, for you to be ok,so pls take care, and happy new year ^^

UndertaleAngel 2021-01-01 17:33:56

ngl Friday Night Funkin actually got me back into some rhythm games, and it also gave me varieties of ideas for the game. Like visual effects, etc.

UnevenPrankster 2021-01-01 17:36:06

Dude, you're the first 'big' indiedev I've seen really come forward with how the success of something is a mental drain. Everyone always puts people like you on godly pedestals but it's all human folks trying to make some cool stuff in the end. All the deadlines, horribly difficult stuff you can only hope to understand well enough to implement, not even getting into issues that inevitably make into the finished game! As I see it, you will find a way to manage all this, and you already came out of this very strong, and always passionate. It's a fuzzy feeling that keeps you going.

Snackers 2021-01-01 17:37:19

member how this year started with bum ass cassette tapes lmao

Wifeburger 2021-01-01 17:38:24

Hope that it doesn't become too much for ya, you and the team are indeed lucky to be where you are right now but know that just as much skill and talent went into it all as well. You got this, man.

(Repost from Twitter cuz I didn't wanna add to your already overwhelmed notifs LOL)

strawbbz 2021-01-01 17:43:26

I hope you get better man maybe turn off dms for a bit to make you feel good after a while youd get used to it but if this makes your day even a little friday night funkin is what brought me out of a huge art block and gave me brainrot so I'm very thankful for it and have a happy new years cam(am I allowed to call you that???) and the rest on the fnf crew ?

Vibluu 2021-01-01 17:44:07

I completely understand the insanity of having so many eyes on your work, it's scary, honestly. But I do believe you got a good head on your shoulders and you have amazing buds that'll keep you grounded! Happy new year, and let's hope that 2021 will be okay :]

snailpirate 2021-01-01 17:45:46

Starting the year with Ritz and ending it with FNF, 2021 gonna be a good for you even if it will be stressful at times. This all gonna work out for the better in the end I knows it. Also I wanna surf lets surf hahaha

phenorax 2021-01-01 17:46:27

Make sure to get a follow-up post running once you descramble your mind, yeah?

Jack 2021-01-01 17:47:10

neever forget ur day 1s dude lol > w< but really congratulations on all your success with fnf. don't forget to relax and take a day or two off every now and then. good luck in the future!!

armadevil 2021-01-01 17:48:24

love ya dude

EugeneDoesArt 2021-01-01 17:55:39

Instant success like that can come with many emotions attached. So long as you keep your chin up and have a good grasp on your audience, than the "e-fame" won't get to your head. Never forget your roots.

As for the financial changes, always be wise with the money you earn. That money could go to all sorts of new avenues that can help you in the long run.

Evy-Devy 2021-01-01 18:09:24

It's cool seeing a Newgrounds fan getting popular. It makes me hope this type of thing happens a lot more with Newgrounds. I got into checking this game out over a month ago on this site and it's cool to see videos of it go from the 10 thousands to the 100 thousands. It's even cooler seeing it pop up on Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, Instagram and Reddit more! It's thanks not just to your programming but the amazing art and music from the amazing people that made them. Good luck on your success.

BoMToons 2021-01-01 18:24:58

Congrats! I appreciate the heartfelt post and look behind the scenes at this kind of success. Can't wait to see where you guys go!

Magibauble 2021-01-01 18:27:22

love you man. please feel free to take a break anytime you're feeling overwhelmed and remember no one is owed a response from you. there's nothing wrong with missing some comments/dms here and there.

Tyler 2021-01-01 18:35:42

Congrats on your success with the numbers, and I hope you turn it into something financially successful.

I had a similar experience (though not on as large a scale) and some thoughts you may consider:

I've had a few games breach several million plays on a few sites. Also, the guys I worked with on Video Game the Game had Markiplier and Pewdiepie play them and those also had high view numbers. Plus the social proof of being associated with them produced even more publicity.

Someone along the line, my games' popularity went to my head. I thought I shit pure gold and I could do whatever I wanted and people would like it. The thing is popularity is temporary for most people. Going from free, ad-driven games to premium was a major wake up call. I thought several million views and making 5 figures a game was some MAGICAL PROOF I knew what I was doing (nope lol).

Then I spent 2 years on a game that fucking flopped on its face and cost more money to make than I earned. I was really having an identity crisis because my ego was just out of control. My ego viewed itself much higher than how reality was treating it. Failure was very humbling in the most painful possible way.

My point is: Just do your best and remember at the end of the day, your work is not your personal worth. Dont sweat it, just do your best. Making people happy and creating something fun for them to enjoy is a big deal. That being said, good luck and I really do hope you guys make a bunch of money. I think you have a great chance to succeed. Go for it!

Cyberdevil 2021-01-01 18:42:27

Can't imagine what a crazy month this must've been. :) Though reading this it feels like you're both humble and introspective enough to not let fame change you for the worse, whatever happens, even if you keep growing and going and really become one of the NG GODS around here! With this pace it doesn't seem impossible!

Even if going viral might be more luck and circumstance than anything else, it really wouldn't last without a really good game to start with. Your work ethic's been inspiring to follow, always so many things going on at once, so it's really cool to see things getting as insane as it seems they have been! Well-deserved man! Do enough stuff and something's gotta go up!

Congrats! And Happy New Year! And hope all things do work out for the best//you don't get all too stressed out here/you don't get all too estranged either/you don't miss those potential big $$$ opportunities that might be coming up. :P All the best!!!

R-266 2021-01-01 18:49:46

dale bro eso va, suerte

AgentMooka 2021-01-01 19:00:27

I know you've heard it 100s of times, but I hope you take it really easy dude! Your game gives me a bit of inspiration, its amazing to see something made from a small site starting to blossom into a big thing, and I'm proud to have made an account and see how the site grows! Don't find it selfish to support yourself before supporting others, either way you got a lot of people rooting for ya in many ways. [also happy new years LETS GOOOOO]

bigfritolay 2021-01-01 19:05:33

Dude, I was never really a part of the Newgrounds community when I was younger, mostly because I couldn't draw or make flash games, but at this point, that doesn't even really matter.

You got so many people back into Newgrounds-- AND introduced even more

Maybe if you want to be more confident, you should consider exactly what you want your goal to be