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Hi, I'm Sax and I'm a Destiny 2 Sherpa and Content Creator with the goal of coaching and teaching others so they can achieve the things they never thought possible! I also loves to talk about and breakdown the nuances of the games I love!

  1. Sony Says NO MORE Destiny 2, and We Should Have Seen it Coming

    vor 3 Tagen

    Sony Says NO MORE Destiny 2, and We Should Have Seen it Coming

    Destiny 2 has reached the end of an era. In this emotional and brutally honest “group therapy session,” I sit down with Destiny 2 creators  @LlamaD2  and  @gmeinersYT  to break down Bungie’s shocking announcement that active development for Destiny 2 is ending after Monument of Triumph. In this episode, we discuss: - Bungie ending Destiny 2 support - The future (or possible death) of the Destiny franchise - Why The Final Shape wasn’t enough to save the game - Edge of Fate, Renegades, Marathon, layoffs, and Sony’s role - The emotional impact on long-time players and creators - Whether Destiny 3 still has a future - How content creators are adapting after Destiny - What Destiny meant to us after 10+ years This is one of the most candid Destiny podcasts we’ve ever recorded. Part retrospective, part industry discussion, and part farewell letter to a game that shaped an entire generation of players. If Destiny changed your life in any way, this conversation is for you. #Destiny2 #Bungie #DestinyPodcast #Marathon #destiny3 Check out my guest's channels! https://youtube.com/@gmeinersYT https://youtube.com/@LlamaD2 Bungie's Article: https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/d2_may_21_2026Bungie's Tweet: https://x.com/DestinyTheGame/status/2057506887600361720 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Chapters:00:00 - Destiny 2 Creator Group Therapy Session Begins01:02 - Meet LlamaD2 & Gmeiners02:01 - Bungie Announces the End of Destiny 2 Development02:55 - Monument of Triumph Explained04:05 - Sparrow Racing League, Pantheon & Final Updates 05:18 - Gmeiners Reacts to Destiny 2 Ending 06:20 - “Bungie Made the Wrong Decisions for Years” 07:21 - The Emotional Community Reaction to Destiny 2 08:21 - LlamaD2 Learns Destiny 2 Is Ending LIVE at Twitch London 09:18 - Processing the End of Destiny 2 Emotionally 10:00 - Why Edge of Fate & Renegades Failed to Save Destiny 11:12 - Bungie Layoffs, Sony & The Future of Destiny 14:00 - Why Destiny 3 Should Have Happened Years Ago 16:06 - Expecting Destiny 3… Then Jason Schreier Changed Everything 17:30 - “Destiny Must Live Beyond Destiny 2” 20:00 - Could Destiny 3 Still Happen? 23:00 - Destiny Content Creator Burnout Is Real 26:00 - Loving Destiny vs Depending on Destiny 30:26 - Can Destiny Creators Survive Variety Content? 31:37 - Why Destiny Became LlamaD2’s “First Real Game” 34:00 - Sax Talks About Shifting Away From Destiny Content 36:05 - The Future of Destiny Podcasting & Content Creation 36:57 - Glad Encourages Destiny Creators to Go Variety 39:07 - Biggest Questions About Destiny 2’s Final Era 41:00 - Artifact Rotations, Endgame & Raid Concerns 44:00 - What Happens to Destiny’s Hardcore Community? 47:00 - Destiny 2 Feels Like Saying Goodbye 50:00 - Did Bungie Completely Mismanage Destiny 2? 54:28 - Sony, Bungie & The Future of the Destiny IP 55:41 - Destiny Movies, Animation & TV Shows Discussion 56:50 - Is Marathon Worth Sacrificing Destiny For? 57:19 - “Marathon Doesn’t Have Main Character Energy” 58:17 - Why Destiny Has More Long-Term Appeal Than Marathon 59:15 - Could Destiny 2 Outperform Marathon? 01:00:00 - Marathon’s Biggest Problems Explained 01:04:44 - Losing Day One Raids Hurts the Most 01:06:08 - Favorite Destiny Memories & Raid Prep Stories 01:08:01 - Destiny Rising & The Future of Raiding 01:15:00 - Can the Community Actually Save Destiny? 01:24:31 - Why Petitions Won’t Save Destiny 3 01:25:34 - “If You Want To Save Destiny, Show Up” 01:27:00 - The Destiny Community’s Final Opportunity 01:30:00 - Final Thoughts on Destiny 2’s Legacy 01:32:00 - Outro & Goodbye to Destiny 2

    1 Std. 36 Min.

  2. 21. Mai

    Diffizzle on Marathon Season 1, Cryo Archive Exploits, and Raw Emotions about Destiny 2!

    Marathon Season 1 is NEARLY OVER and this week @Diffizzle  is back to reflect on what we've learned from the first full season of this brand new extraction shooter, what we can glean from the most recent update that Bungie has released, and how excited players should be for the future of the game!We discuss Marathon Update 1.0.9, the future of Season 2: NIGHTFALL, Cryo Archive, ranked play, cheating concerns, PvE-only modes, progression changes, monetization, cosmetics, Bungie communication, and the controversial NAPainter exploit situation that shook the Marathon community.If you enjoy long-form discussions about Marathon, Destiny 2, extraction shooters, Bungie, ranked PvP, and live service game design, this episode is for you.Check out the Marathon 1.0.9 Patch Notes: https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/marathon_update_109Joe Ziegler's learnings from Season 1 of Marathon:https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/launch_learning_whatsnextSeason 2 Details Article:https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/season_2_begins_june_2▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Check out Diffizzle's Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/@Diffizzle▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 – World First Goals & What It Took to Achieve Them0:47 – Intro: Diffizzle Returns (Part 2 Begins)1:18 – The Marathon Grindset (3 Months Later)2:30 – Bridging Destiny 2 → Marathon Audience3:12 – Marathon Now Outperforming Destiny on Stream4:10 – Is Destiny Hurting Marathon’s Success?5:13 – Bungie Reputation & Player Trust6:10 – Apex Experience & Rebuilding a Community7:40 – Passion vs Burnout in Live Service Games8:14 – Housekeeping + Channel Growth Push9:24 – Mid-Season Update Context9:45 – World First Achievements Explained10:36 – “Get Uncomfortable” – What It Really Means11:30 – What It Takes to Stand Out as a Creator12:50 – Starting Over Without Destiny Reputation14:10 – Playing with Pro Players (Apex / Valorant)16:00 – Does Marathon Have Esports Potential?18:40 – PvP Finally Feels Supported (Unlike Destiny)20:20 – Bungie Communication vs Destiny Era22:26 – Experimental Playlists Explained23:30 – Duos Mode & Player Feedback24:10 – Free Kit Friction & Casual Player Pain Points25:45 – Mercy Kits vs Self-Revive (Not Worth It?)27:00 – Is Marathon Becoming Too Casual?28:40 – Catch-Up Systems & Carry Mechanics30:00 – Is Marathon Too Hardcore for Most Players?33:00 – Staying Alive After Losing Everything34:10 – Best Loadouts Right Now (Top Player POV)35:30 – Why the Waster is Dominating36:00 – Knife Balance & Close Combat Issues37:30 – Playing Ranked While Streaming38:20 – The Cheating Problem (REAL Discussion)40:00 – High Rank Lobbies Are Infested41:40 – Why Top Players Are Quitting42:20 – Bungie Needs Transparency44:00 – “Show Don’t Tell” – Player Frustration46:30 – Why Trust Is Breaking Down49:00 – Monetization & Incentives50:10 – Teaming, Boosting & Ranked Abuse51:30 – Spawn System Debate (Predictability vs Fairness)53:00 – What is Cryo Archive?54:00 – Best Map in Extraction Shooters?55:30 – Accessibility vs Difficulty Debate57:00 – Why Struggle Matters58:30 – “Dark Souls FPS” Feeling1:00:00 – Why Marathon Feels Unique1:08:45 – Steam Charts & Player Count Debate1:10:00 – “Game is Dying” Narrative1:11:30 – Marathon vs Destiny Community Divide1:13:00 – Is Marathon to Blame for Destiny’s State?1:16:50 – Hindsight & Bungie Decisions1:18:00 – Alternate Timeline: Destiny vs Marathon1:19:30 – Patch 1.0.6 Overview1:20:30 – Best Changes (Weapons, Balance, Systems)1:21:30 – What Still Needs Work1:26:20 – Closing Thoughts1:27:00 – Upcoming Projects & Content1:29:00 – Outro

    1 Std. 12 Min.
  3. Top 0.1% Raider Tells You What's Holding You Back from Being Great at Destiny!

    16. Mai

    Top 0.1% Raider Tells You What's Holding You Back from Being Great at Destiny!

    What actually makes someone GOOD at Destiny 2?In this deep-dive conversation, I sit down with  @TheAegisRelic  , a Destiny 2 endgame creator to discuss the hidden psychology behind LFG raiding, why most players struggle to improve, the current DPS meta, Pantheon’s return, sandbox balance, power creep, and what truly makes Destiny’s endgame special.In this Episode we talk about:- Why most Destiny 2 players never improve- The REAL issue with Destiny’s power creep- How DPS metas are actually formed- Rocket Pulses, Lucky Pants, Grapple Melee & the current sandbox- The psychology of LFG groups- Why some raid teams fail- Pantheon returning in 2026- Why Destiny raids create unforgettable experiences- Teaching new and returning players- Raid communication & teamwork- Endgame philosophy and improvement mindsetAegis also breaks down his experience with over 3,000 LFG raid clears and explains why Destiny’s high-level gameplay remains one of the best gaming experiences available today.If you enjoy longform Destiny discussions focused on raids, Pantheon, sandbox analysis, DPS metas, improvement, and endgame content, make sure to subscribe and share the episode!Join the SaxPlaysGames Discord to find your raid team: https://discord.gg/saxplaysgamesCheck out Aegis' Channel: https://youtube.com/@theaegisrelic#Destiny2 #Pantheon ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 Intro & Welcome5:29 - Why Destiny 2 Endgame Still Feels Special10:02 - The “Seminar Style” of Destiny Content14:18 - Why Most Destiny 2 Players Never Improve18:42 - The Hidden Psychology of LFG Groups22:31 - Experienced Players vs Good Teammates25:55 - Why Raid Teams Actually Fail30:19 - The REAL Problem With Destiny 2 Power Creep35:47 - Why Old Raid Weapons Can’t Compete39:58 - Rocket Pulses, Archetypes & Sandbox Balance45:06 - The Current DPS Meta Explained49:28 - Why Some Players Treat Raids Like a Power Trip53:41 - Playing for Clears vs Playing for Ego56:22 - How Destiny Teaches Communication & Teamwork56:51 - “You’re a Raid Team. Do the Mechanics.”56:59 - Aegis on 3,000+ LFG Raid Clears58:38 - Pantheon Discussion Begins1:02:12 - Pantheon Difficulty & Encounter Design1:08:28 - Contest Mode & Endgame Accessibility1:15:04 - The Future of Destiny 2 Endgame1:22:41 - Why Players Keep Coming Back to Destiny1:28:18 - Final Thoughts & Outro

    1 Std. 30 Min.
  4. Let's Have An Honest Discussion About Destiny 2's Future.. | feat. LlamaD2 & Toadsmoothie

    4. Mai

    Let's Have An Honest Discussion About Destiny 2's Future.. | feat. LlamaD2 & Toadsmoothie

    The state of Destiny 2 is at a crossroads… so where do we go from here?In this episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Destiny 2 creators @Toadsmoothie and @LlamaD2 for an honest, unfiltered conversation about the current state of the game, what’s working, what’s not, and what Bungie needs to do next to win players back.We dive deep into:- The biggest issues impacting Destiny 2 right now- Whether the current content model is sustainable- The role of the community in shaping the future- What the "Mid-Season Update” needs to deliver- Our personal hopes (and concerns) for Destiny moving forwardFinally, we round out the conversation by giving a Behind the Scenes look at Llama's New "Darkness Supers" Video in collaborations with Toad to create custom animations. This is a super cool and insightful look into what it looks like to take a project from dream to reality!If you’re a returning player, a hardcore veteran, or someone who’s been on the fence about Destiny’s future, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Check out my guest's channels!https://youtube.com/@Toadsmoothiehttps://youtube.com/@LlamaD2#Destiny2 #DestinyPodcast #BungieListen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and join the conversation in the comments below.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Chapters0:00 – Intro & Cold Open Highlights1:10 – Welcome & Guest Intros: LlamaD2 & ToadSmoothie2:22 – Housekeeping & What's Coming to the Channel2:52 – Recapping Renegades & The Mid-Season Delay4:22 – How Has the Drought Been? Toad's Experience & Destiny 1 Resurgence6:41 – Llama's Headspace: Staying Consistent During the Content Lull7:56 – Bungie's History With Delays — Will They Cook Again?9:23 – Community Spotlight: Raid Nights, Sherpas & Keeping the Vibe Alive12:02 – Toad Gets Real: "I Don't Really Play Destiny 2 Right Now"14:30 – Raid Weapon Overhaul — Worth It? Or Missing the Point?17:58 – Are Old Raids Actually Coming Back?20:08 – The Vanilla D2 Problem: Bungie Can't Even Play the Original Game22:10 – Bungie's Split Focus: 800 Devs & More Than Half Are on Marathon23:36 – Marathon Impressions — Did It Land for These Creators?35:04 – Can Bungie Actually Multitask? Divided Attention Discussion37:35 – Marathon vs. Destiny: Nimble Backend, Better Communication39:49 – The Case for a Fresh Start — What Destiny 3 Could Learn From Marathon41:00 – "Capital B Bungie" — Accountability, Staff Turnover & Sony's Role44:43 – Llama's Cope: Is Bungie Saving All the Fixes for June?46:02 – COPIUM SEGMENT: What Are We Hoping to See From Shadow in Order?49:35 – Toad's Wishlist: Old Raids, SRL, Combined Arms & Destiny 352:02 – Llama's Wishlist: Full Raid Restoration & Bringing Back the Director55:45 – What the Reveal NEEDS to Tell Us: A "Destiny Next" Moment1:00:28 – Pantheon 2.0 & What a Witness Encounter Could Look Like1:01:13 – We Need a Clear Villain — Hive Storyline, Zavala, Crow & Loose Ends1:05:46 – The Ahamkara Eggs Nobody's Talking About & Destiny Rising's Secret Raid1:09:00 – The Light & Dark Saga Isn't Over — Why Did Bungie Move On So Fast?1:15:18 – Bungie "Ended" a Saga That Wasn't Finished1:16:16 – Sax's Final Hope1:19:23 – Would They Call It Destiny 3? The Naming Debate1:22:28 – The Open API Problem: Killing Destiny's Mystery From the Inside1:27:03 – There Are Still Destiny Players Out There — They're Just Waiting1:27:35 – Introducing LlamaD2's "Missing Supers" Video — The Chess Move1:29:09 – Behind the Scenes: How the Darkness Supers Concept Was Born1:33:06 – How ToadSmoothie Got Pulled Into the Project1:35:06 – Reacting to the Animations1:36:38 – The Strand Hunter Lasso Inspiration1:44:16 – Strand Titan Minigun Deep Dive1:51:03 – "What If This Is the Last Update Destiny Ever Gets?"1:52:33 – Final Shoutouts, Closing Thoughts & Channel Milestone Update1:54:16 – Outro

    1 Std. 55 Min.
  5. He Gave Up 10 Year’s of Work to EXPLODE His Channel! | ft. @JampackSam

    24. Apr.

    He Gave Up 10 Year’s of Work to EXPLODE His Channel! | ft. @JampackSam

    In this episode, I sit down with rising short-form content creator  @JampackSam  to break down his journey from early YouTube uploads to building a thriving presence across TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram!We dive deep into what it really takes to succeed in short-form content, covering everything from consistency and daily routines to avoiding clickbait, building a loyal audience, and staying authentic in a fast-moving algorithm-driven world.Sam shares his full content creation workflow, including how he finds trending topics, scripts videos, edits efficiently, and posts across multiple platforms. We also talk about the realities of creator burnout, the importance of long-term thinking, and why most people misunderstand what it takes to grow online.If you're a content creator (or thinking about becoming one) this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can apply today!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬If you enjoy these long-form conversations:👍 Like the video💬 Drop a comment🔔 Subscribe for more Gaming Content ConversationsWe are less than 100 subscribers away from full monetization on YouTube! Please consider subscribing TODAY! ✅Check out JampackSam's Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/@Jampacksam▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 — Intro & Who Is JampackSam?4:18 — The Daily Schedule & Consistency Mindset5:59 — Sam's Rigorous Schedule!7:20 — Why Consistency Is About Showing Up for Your Silent Audience10:03 — How Sam Finds Shorts Topics11:51 — Finding Success While Avoiding Clickbait14:34 — Covering Negative Gaming News Responsibly19:38 — The Helldivers 2 Video That Aged Poorly — and the Lesson It Taught21:36 — The Pivot: From Long-Form Podcast Host to Short-Form Creator23:47 — How TikTok & YouTube Shorts Changed Sam's Entire Strategy28:31 — What Makes a Great Short? Sam's Full Production Workflow29:40 — Using Notion for Content Calendars & Editorial Planning31:04 — Scripting Every Video, Using an Elgato Prompter & Recording Tips32:55 — Editing in DaVinci Resolve, Templates, and CapCut for Captions35:26 — Desktop vs. Mobile Uploads: What Actually Matters for Each Platform38:01 — Cross-Posting the Same Content to TikTok, YouTube & Instagram44:20 — Advice for Early Creators: Start with What You Have46:22 — Learning by Doing53:22 — Staying Variety vs. Niching Down54:37 — Visiting Halo Studios & Getting Early Access to Games58:53 — How Brand Deals & Talent Agencies Work for Mid-Size Creators01:01:22 — Filtering 30–50 Emails a Day from Brands (and What He Actually Takes)01:04:17 — Joining Right Click & When to Get Management Help01:10:27 — Going Solo vs. Building a Team — Sam's Future Plans01:15:32 — The Importance of Community & Engaging Your Audience01:19:26 — Rapid Fire Questions01:22:24 — How to Break Through a Plateau01:23:43 — The Power of the Hook01:24:10 — Reaction Content & Why Sam Changed His Mind on It!01:29:23 — How Smaller Creators Can Get Developer Access & Early Game Keys01:30:50 — How to get noticed by Game Developers and Brands 01:34:51 — Breaking Down Sam's Top Viral Shorts 01:50:00 — Closing Advice

    1 Std. 52 Min.
  6. Is Marathon Built to Last? Top 0.1% Player Gives REAL Answers!

    15. Apr.

    Is Marathon Built to Last? Top 0.1% Player Gives REAL Answers!

    Diffizzle​⁠ is back, and this time, he’s not just a Destiny 2 PvP God… he’s one of the TOP Marathon players in the world. After becoming the World’s First Pinnacle One player and first to hit Level 100, Diffizzle joins me for a deep dive into what it actually takes to compete at the highest level of Marathon, and what the game looks like from the top 0.1%. We break down everything: - The grind required to reach World First status - Transitioning from Destiny 2 to Marathon (and rebuilding an audience) - The current META, best loadouts, and high-level gameplay - The reality of ranked play—including cheating at the top ranks - Bungie’s communication, updates, and long-term direction - Cryo Archive and why it might be the BEST extraction shooter map ever created - And the big question… is Marathon built to last? Diffizzle also shares what separates elite players from everyone else—and why most creators aren’t willing to “get uncomfortable” to succeed in a new game. This is an honest, unfiltered look at Marathon from someone who has put in hundreds of hours at the highest level—including ranked, endgame content, and everything in between. If you’re a Destiny player thinking about Marathon… or already grinding ranked—this is a must-watch. My Original episode with Diffizzle: https://youtu.be/Heo4ehiVOgk Check out the Marathon 1.0.6 Patch Notes: https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/marathon_update_106 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 – World First Goals & What It Took to Achieve Them 0:47 – Intro: Diffizzle Returns (Part 2 Begins) 1:18 – The Marathon Grindset (3 Months Later) 2:30 – Bridging Destiny 2 → Marathon Audience 3:12 – Marathon Now Outperforming Destiny on Stream 4:10 – Is Destiny Hurting Marathon’s Success? 5:13 – Bungie Reputation & Player Trust 6:10 – Apex Experience & Rebuilding a Community 7:40 – Passion vs Burnout in Live Service Games 8:14 – Housekeeping + Channel Growth Push 9:24 – Mid-Season Update Context 9:45 – World First Achievements Explained 10:36 – “Get Uncomfortable” – What It Really Means 11:30 – What It Takes to Stand Out as a Creator 12:50 – Starting Over Without Destiny Reputation 14:10 – Playing with Pro Players (Apex / Valorant) 16:00 – Does Marathon Have Esports Potential? 18:40 – PvP Finally Feels Supported (Unlike Destiny) 20:20 – Bungie Communication vs Destiny Era 22:26 – Experimental Playlists Explained 23:30 – Duos Mode & Player Feedback 24:10 – Free Kit Friction & Casual Player Pain Points 25:45 – Mercy Kits vs Self-Revive (Not Worth It?) 27:00 – Is Marathon Becoming Too Casual? 28:40 – Catch-Up Systems & Carry Mechanics 30:00 – Is Marathon Too Hardcore for Most Players? 33:00 – Staying Alive After Losing Everything 34:10 – Best Loadouts Right Now (Top Player POV) 35:30 – Why the Waster is Dominating 36:00 – Knife Balance & Close Combat Issues 37:30 – Playing Ranked While Streaming 38:20 – The Cheating Problem (REAL Discussion) 40:00 – High Rank Lobbies Are Infested 41:40 – Why Top Players Are Quitting 42:20 – Bungie Needs Transparency 44:00 – “Show Don’t Tell” – Player Frustration 46:30 – Why Trust Is Breaking Down 49:00 – Monetization & Incentives 50:10 – Teaming, Boosting & Ranked Abuse 51:30 – Spawn System Debate (Predictability vs Fairness) 53:00 – What is Cryo Archive? 54:00 – Best Map in Extraction Shooters? 55:30 – Accessibility vs Difficulty Debate 57:00 – Why Struggle Matters 58:30 – “Dark Souls FPS” Feeling 1:00:00 – Why Marathon Feels Unique 1:08:45 – Steam Charts & Player Count Debate 1:10:00 – “Game is Dying” Narrative 1:11:30 – Marathon vs Destiny Community Divide 1:13:00 – Is Marathon to Blame for Destiny’s State? 1:16:50 – Hindsight & Bungie Decisions 1:18:00 – Alternate Timeline: Destiny vs Marathon 1:19:30 – Patch 1.0.6 Overview 1:20:30 – Best Changes (Weapons, Balance, Systems) 1:21:30 – What Still Needs Work 1:26:20 – Closing Thoughts 1:27:00 – Upcoming Projects & Content 1:29:00 – Outro

    1 Std. 30 Min.
  7. He Raised $50,000 on Twitch.. Here's What He Learned! | feat. @DanfinityGG

    3. Apr.

    He Raised $50,000 on Twitch.. Here's What He Learned! | feat. @DanfinityGG

    In this 1-on-1 podcast, I sit down with Danfinity—a long-time creator in the Destiny 2 community—to talk about content creation, podcasting, and the realities behind building a sustainable career online.We dive deep into Dan’s 10-year journey from early gaming roots to becoming a Twitch partner, raising over $50,000 for charity, and hosting one of the most recognizable podcasts in the Destiny space. This conversation explores the evolution of podcast production, how to build a loyal community, and the truth about consistency, burnout, and comparison in the creator world.We also tackle the current state of Destiny 2, the importance of remembering the “human experience” behind game development, and why creators need to focus on purpose over algorithms.If you're a new or aspiring content creator—or a Destiny fan trying to reconnect with why you love the game—this episode is for you.👇 Let me know in the comments:What’s the biggest challenge YOU face as a creator right now?▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 – The emotional reality behind gaming & creativity0:32 – Introducing Danfinity (Destiny Digest host)1:09 – Transitioning to full-time content creation3:39 – Danfinity’s gaming origin story (Atari to PlayStation)6:07 – How gaming turned into content creation10:48 – Music vs gaming: creative passion parallels14:41 – Perfectionism and finding your creative voice17:06 – Podcasting as “putting on a show”18:00 – The danger of comparison for creators20:26 – Building a positive gaming community21:40 – Destiny friendships and LFG experiences23:21 – Growing a Twitch community from scratch25:04 – The raid that changed everything (growth moment)27:08 – Why consistency is the #1 growth factor29:05 – Twitch-first vs YouTube-first strategies31:20 – Balancing content creation with real life32:44 – “Seasons of life” and creator expectations33:49 – The current state of Destiny 235:44 – Understanding the human side of game devs38:36 – Why podcasting matters for creators39:24 – Danfinity’s podcasting journey (10+ years)42:26 – Early podcast struggles & production mistakes44:50 – Simplifying your workflow over time47:04 – Current podcast setup (OBS, Twitch tools)49:53 – Why less editing can be better51:14 – Don’t overspend on gear as a new creator53:07 – Learning tools vs chasing perfection56:30 – CapCut, DaVinci Resolve, and editing workflows59:19 – Efficient content creation systems1:01:12 – Creating a podcast format that works1:03:30 – Structuring conversations for engagement1:05:45 – Being the “guide” vs the “expert” in podcasts1:08:10 – How to ask better questions as a host1:10:32 – Creating natural chemistry with guests1:12:48 – Why authenticity beats overproduction1:15:05 – Audience retention: what keeps people watching1:17:20 – Turning conversations into content (clips, shorts)1:19:40 – Growing a podcast in a saturated space1:21:55 – Leveraging community to scale content1:24:10 – Mistakes creators make when starting podcasts1:26:25 – Long-form vs short-form content strategy1:28:40 – Avoiding burnout while staying consistent1:30:55 – Why purpose matters more than algorithms1:32:10 – Final advice for new and aspiring creators1:33:10 – Why community is everything1:33:50 – Outro & where to find Danfinity▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames

    1 Std. 34 Min.
  8. He Bet His Career on Extraction Shooters, and Hit it BIG! | feat. AboveGG

    29. März

    He Bet His Career on Extraction Shooters, and Hit it BIG! | feat. AboveGG

    In this 1-on-1 podcast, I sit down with Above, a long-time Destiny 2 content creator who made the bold transition into the Extraction Shooter genre with games like Arc Raiders and Bungie’s Marathon. We dive deep into: - Why Destiny 2 creators are moving on - How Arc Raiders exploded at launch - What Marathon gets right (and wrong) - The future of PvP and extraction shooters - The reality of being a full-time content creator Above shares his journey from creating Grandmaster guides and endgame Destiny content to finding a new passion in high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled gameplay. If you’ve been wondering whether Extraction Shooters are the future of gaming, this conversation breaks it all down. 👍 Like, subscribe, and join the community for more creator conversations and gaming coverage!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 – Intro & Meet Above 3:00 – The Grandmaster Gauntlet Origin Story 6:20 – The Decline of Destiny PvP Creators 8:00 – How Marathon Is Filling the PvP Gap 10:00 – Loot Fatigue & Destiny Burnout 11:30 – Bungie Communication: Destiny vs Marathon 14:00 – Do Studios Actually Listen to Players?17:30 – Arc Raiders vs Marathon Philosophy 20:30 – Arc Raiders Launch Was a “Tsunami” 22:30 – Why Above Went All-In on Arc Raiders 25:00 – The Grind Behind Viral Content Success 28:00 – 1M+ Views & Channel Explosion 30:00 – Falling in Love with Marathon (After Doubt) 31:30 – Bridging Destiny, Tarkov & Apex Communities 34:00 – Why “Steam Charts” Don’t Tell the Full Story 35:00 – Arc Raiders PvP vs PvE Identity 37:00 – Matchmaking & Player Behavior Systems 39:00 – Why Extraction Shooters Feel Addictive 41:00 – The Inventory Problem (All Extraction Games Have It) 43:00 – Why Destiny Needed Real Competition 46:00 – Marathon’s Biggest Weakness (Early Game) 48:00 – Arc Raiders vs Marathon: What Each Lacks 50:00 – Endgame Depth Problems in Arc Raiders 52:00 – Why Tarkov Still Sets the Standard 54:00 – Casual vs Hardcore Balance in Modern Games 56:00 – The Importance of Long-Term Progression Systems 57:15 – Limited-Time Events: Good or Bad Design? 58:30 – Cryo Archive vs Ranked Mode Debate 1:00:30 – Should Ranked Always Be Available? 1:01:30 – Cryo Loot Economy & Risk vs Reward 1:03:00 – Cryo Design: RNG, Keys & Frustration Points 1:05:00 – Boss Design & Extraction Flow (Exfil Debate) 1:07:20 – How Cryo Compares to Destiny Day 1 Experiences 1:09:00 – Learning Curve & High-Level Strategy Evolution 1:10:20 – The “Aha Moment” of Mastering Extraction Games 1:12:15 – Final Thoughts on Arc Raiders & Marathon1:13:30 – Advice for Destiny Players Entering Extraction Shooters 1:14:30 – The Reality of Being a Content Creator 1:17:00 – Playing Games for Content vs Enjoyment 1:19:00 – How Metrics & Sponsorships Shape Decisions 1:21:00 – The Hidden Pressure of Viewership & Growth 1:23:00 – Why Creators Stay in Games Too Long 1:25:00 – Community Fragmentation After Destiny 1:27:20 – The Business Side of Streaming (Ads, Deals, Income) 1:29:30 – Variety Streaming vs Niche Content Risk 1:31:00 – Fatherhood, Life Priorities & Career Reflection 1:32:00 – The Reality of Growth (Peaks, Valleys & Timing) 1:34:00 – Advice for Small Creators Trying to Break Through 1:36:00 – When to Pivot Games as a Creator 1:38:00 – Building a Personal Brand Beyond One Game 1:39:00 – Telling the “Story” of Your Channel 1:41:00 – Final Thoughts on Content Creation & the Future 1:44:00 – Closing Reflections & Outro ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgames Follow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgames Follow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames

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Hi, I'm Sax and I'm a Destiny 2 Sherpa and Content Creator with the goal of coaching and teaching others so they can achieve the things they never thought possible! I also loves to talk about and breakdown the nuances of the games I love!

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