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Game Theory

Join Game Theory host Tom as he breaks down the real-world science, math, and lore from ALL your favorite video games!

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The Secret to KILLING Verity! (Minecraft)

There is NO escape from Minecraft’s Verity mod… Or is there? [Verity’s theme song] Oh no, I’ve said too much [Verity Jumpscare]

2026-08-31
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Why You SUCK at Card Games…

Most people SUCK at card games, but is there a way to guarantee a win every time? Well, in today’s episode we’re going to be breaking down the strategy so you can become the ultimate CCG player!

2026-08-28
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The Problem with Modern FNAF

Does anyone know what’s going on with FNAF these days? I’ve been noticing a recent trend in the community lately where everyone seems to be going backwards. I’ve seen more theories on past games than anything recent, which I think says a LOT of the current state of this franchise and I want to unpack why this may be happening.

2026-08-27
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The SICK Lore of Animal Hospital

Animal Hospital is a brand new Roblox management sim that appears cozy but quickly takes a DARK turn. As monsters are killing your patients, there is actually something much worse putting the entire hospital in danger…

2026-08-24
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What IS Sans?!

MatPat was mocked for YEARS about his infamous “Sans is Ness” theory but…was he actually right?! Sans is back in the spotlight in Deltarune Chapter 5 and there’s a lot here that seems to imply that he may have been right all along…

2026-08-10
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Why Did The Prototype Save Us? (Poppy Playtime)

I still have some many questions about Poppy Playtime and all of the answers seem to lead to…Lily Lovebraids. In today’s episode, we’ll be exploring what REALLY happened in Chapter 5 and what exactly the prototype is planning next!

2026-08-03
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We Will NEVER Own Games Again…

Is this the END of physical gaming? Sony recently announced that they will be ending the production of physical games in 2028. How did we get here and what is the real reason it’s happening NOW?

2026-07-27
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The TRUTH About Deltarune's Knight

Deltarune Chapter 5 reveals SO much more about the game, what happened before the game started, and how the fate of one character is worse than even I first realised…

2026-07-20
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WHAT Are They?! (Among Us)

With the release of the Among Us TV show, there is ONE thing in this story that stood out to me and actually changes almost every theory we’ve made on this game. It appears that these crewmates may not be human?! And if so, then what ARE they? Let’s find out in today’s video!

2026-07-14
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How to WIN Meccha Chameleon

I know how to WIN Meccha Chameleon! There’s a bunch of psychology that goes into a game like this, and I have all the tools you need to exploit your friends' brains all the way to victory!

2026-07-05
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Ash Ketchum SUCKS At Pokémon

Ash Ketchum is actually not that smart and hasn’t really proven himself at all. Which makes me wonder… if the Gym Leaders hadn’t gone easy on him COULD Ash have actually beaten the Pokemon League? Today, we’re going to finally find out!

2026-06-23
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This Roblox Game is HELL On Earth (Mulberry County)

Mulberry County is a new Roblox game that has a lot of people talking, but players can’t seem to figure out this one piece of the lore. What exactly are the Fallen Angels? I think I figured out the answer in today’s episode…

2026-06-23
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The Lore in Dark Pals is DISTURBING

What happens to the children you drop off at school and what happens when those doors close? In today’s episode, we will be breaking down every hidden detail to uncover the real horror lurking in the facility….

2026-06-12
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WTF is Chica’s Secret Party?

What IS Chica’s Secret Party?! This mystery game appeared in the latest ultimate guide and has EVERYONE stumped and wondering where it even came from. So, I’ve asked a bunch of friends of mine to see if we can figure it out together and hopefully solve this mystery in today’s video!

2026-05-29
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Roblox Forsaken’s Lore Just Got DEEPER

Roblox Forsaken has returned with a new ARG and just like the survivors, the lore had me feeling trapped in a never ending cycle of torture!

2026-05-22
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There's Too Much Cheese?!

IGN seems to think there is TOO much cheese in Mouse P.I. and honestly…this made me wonder if this is truly the case. It’s one thing to FEEL like there’s a lot of cheese in this game, but if you do the MATH, do the numbers back you up?

2026-05-15
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15th Anniversary Musical!

We are also doing a giveaway from now until May 18th where you can get some of these amazing items for free 👀 Check out this link to enter! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Ever wondered what a day in the life is like at Theorist? We’ve been theorising for fifteen years now, and now Matpat has handed that massive legacy over to us. Let’s meet the team that makes it all happen!

2026-05-09
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Your Mind is BROKEN!

In today’s episode, we will be breaking down every path and ending as we journey through the memories hiding in Subliminal…

2026-05-08
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What Went WRONG With Mascot Horror

Where did all the mascot horror go?! It feels like we’ve been covering less of it on the channel and there hasn’t really been anything new and original in a REALLY long time. So…what happened? Let’s take a journey down memory lane and figure out what happened to this once popular genre…

2026-05-01
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Dandy's World LIED To You

Dandy’s World LIED! What appeared to me to be an apologetic toon trying to make amends for the mess he made was really a cover up for the deep pain and suffering he caused behind the scenes. And all of these new updates have shown us a LOT more about what’s really going on with the Toons in the Gardenview Center…and of course more LORE

2026-04-24
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Mario CAN'T Feel Pain?

For YEARS we may have been fooled by the plumber in red's reaction to pain. Does he actually feel it, or was it all a ruse? Today we find out the true answer!

2026-04-10
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The TRUE Identity of the Player

One of the last remaining questions of Poppy Playtime is WHO are we playing as?! Join Game Theory host Tom as he finds out today!

2026-03-27
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The TWISTED Lore of Reanimal

In today’s episode, Tom will be putting all the clues together from the animals, to the ending, and diving into ALL the symbolism where the truth shall be revealed…

2026-03-20
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The Prototype is Their SAVIOR

We FINALLY know who the Prototype is but… what are his TRUE intentions? What is he really hiding from us? Game Theory host Tom is on the case!

2026-03-13
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The Console War is OVER

The Steam Machine is rumored to finally drop THIS year! Will the Steam Machine actually beat some of our heavy hitters like PlayStation and Xbox?

2026-03-05
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The TRUE Ending of Fallout

Does the Fallout TV show actually give us the TRUE canon timeline of Fallout? It’s been a while since we’ve covered this franchise and I think this is the perfect time to dive back in!

2026-02-26
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This IS Poppy's Story

Since Poppy Playtime burst onto the scene back in 2021, we’ve been working hard trying to figure out the lore of this game. With Chapter 5 finally being here, I figured it would be useful to put all of it into one place so, here is our updated Poppy Playtime Timeline!

2026-02-20
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Is Hytale the Next Minecraft?!

Minecraft 2 is here, and it’s called Hytale! Well…it isn’t REALLY Minecraft 2 but it really does improve on a lot of things that Minecraft has lacked over the years. And Game Theory host Tom is here for ALL the lore.

2026-02-12
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What if THIS Minecraft Mob Existed?

If just ONE of these votes turned out differently, it wouldn't have just affected that yearly update. It would’ve changed EVERYTHING…

2026-02-06
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The Prototype Is Poppy?

I have SOLVED who Poppy Playtime’s Prototype really is…for real this time! Mob released a few new teasers and I noticed one small detail that completely changed my understanding of this franchise's most mysterious character, Experiment 1006, the Prototype.

2026-01-29
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Did the FNAF 2 Movie FINALLY Solve the Timeline?

Did the FNAF 2 Movie actually help to solve the game’s timeline? There’s SO much to unpack with this film and I think it actually helps to solve parts of the timeline for good…

2026-01-16
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Frank is Losing His Mind…

Did Welcome Home get rid of Frank?! This new update is all focused around Frank and exposing his deepest darkest fears. Unfortunately, his fate may actually be worse than everyone else…

2026-01-09
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Game Theory: The COMPLETE Lore of Secret of the Mimic

2025 was a BIG year for FNAF and with the release of Secret of the Mimic, there was a LOT to discuss. We all know how complicated FNAF can be, it’s hard to keep track of all the theories at the best of times. So, I figured I’d give you guys a little gift and package all of our Secret of the Mimic theories up into one convenient little present that you can enjoy. Here is EVERYTHING you need to know about FNAF Secret of the Mimic!

2026-01-02
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Game Theory: Oops, Powerwash Simulator 2 Accidentally Ended the World!

PowerWash Simulator 2 is actually simulating the END of the world. Although powerwashing may look like a harmless and strangely satisfying activity, our little water gun holds the key to our entire planet's destruction…

2025-12-26
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FNAF, What’s ACTUALLY in the Box?

What was REALLY in the FNAF 4 Box? It’s a question that has plagued the FNAF community for YEARS since it first appeared in FNAF 4. Last year, Scott finally gave us an answer that didn't really sit well with many fans and has me wondering if there’s maybe something else going on here…

2025-12-19
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What Everyone Missed About Amanda 3

The final chapter of Amanda the Adventurer just released and has everyone…a bit confused. There’s still SO many unanswered questions about the franchise and mysteries left to solve. Which of our theories were actually proven right? What did we get wrong? Join Game Theory host Tom for today’s episode!

2025-12-11
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Your FNAF Theories, SOLVED!

As always, there are still a TON of questions that need to be answered with this franchise. Who caused the Bite of 83? Why does Monty hate Bonnie? And what does David Afton’s facorite show have to do with the Mimic? Join Game Theory host Tom as he answers ALL your burning questions in today’s episode!

2025-12-05
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The FINAL Mystery of Poppy Playtime Solved! (Chapter 5)

Poppy’s Chapter 5 teaser is FINALLY here and there’s many mysteries that it holds for the upcoming chapter. However, I think it can all be solved thanks to…Fortnite? We have MUCH to discuss in today’s episode…

2025-11-28
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This Pokemon World is DOOMED

The brand new city in Pokémon ZA is a DANGER to society. The city cares more about its Pokémon than its residents and we’re exposing it ALL in today’s episode…

2025-11-20
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The LORE of the Minecraft Copper Golem

The Copper Golem is BACK and it holds another important piece of Minecraft's lore puzzle. They aren’t just cute little organisers, they were actually designed for a bigger purpose…

2025-11-13
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Let's Plays are Dead...But Why?

Are “Let’s Play’s” actually OVER? A format that once DEFINED YouTube in the mid 2010s has now become less relevant and successful on the platform. How and WHY did this happen? In today’s episode, join Game Theory Host Tom as he wants to explore the history of the genre and if there's anything we can do to save it…

2025-11-06
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Poké Balls Are KILLING Pokémon?!

Pokeballs are a DEATH TRAP! Join Game Theory host Tom as he explains how these cute little balls designed to capture our beloved Pokemon will be the last thing our little “friends” see before they DIE…

2025-10-30
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Is Silksong ACTUALLY Too Hard?

After 8 and a half years of waiting, Hollow Knight: Silksong is FINALLY here! However, people feel that the game’s difficulty is WAY too hard and honestly…I have to agree. But, there’s Join Game Theory Host Tom in today’s episode, to explore how Hornet ties into the deeper lore of this game and figuring out where things could go in the future!

2025-10-23
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Was I WRONG About Secret of the Mimic?

Was I WRONG about FNAF Secret of the Mimic? Game Theory Host Tom spent months going over tiny details, analysing everything frame by frame trying to solve this game, but he wasn’t alone. There were two other theorists who brought their own solutions! Are they right or was he wrong? Let’s find out in today’s episode!

2025-10-16
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How DEADLY Is Donkey Kong's Punch?

How DEADLY is Donkey Kong’s punch? It’s one of his most iconic moves in Smash, and now he’s back in Donkey Kong Bananza and he’s stronger than ever. But, how strong is it REALLY? Join Game Theory Host Tom as he finds out the answer today!

2025-10-09
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What is Minecraft's Suspicious Stew?

What REALLY is Minecraft’s Suspicious Stew? In the game, it’s a mystery food that gives you one of several status conditions depending on the ingredients you put in. But…have you ever wondered what it would taste like in real life? Well in today’s episode, we’re going to find out with our special guests ‪SortedFood‬!

2025-10-02
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The Internet is DEAD…

The Internet is DEAD…or at least, the internet we know today could be dead VERY soon...

2025-09-25
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Peak Actually Has LORE?!

There’s LORE in Peak?! This new multiplayer game has been popping up all over my homepage with these colourful characters climbing, falling, and just doing the craziest things! But, this game not only has a story of teamwork building (and betrayal) but it also has some of the craziest lore I’ve ever seen…

2025-09-23
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The COMPLETE Sonic Timeline…Explained

The Sonic Timeline is WRONG! Earlier this year, Sega released their official timeline of Sonic the Hedgehog and it’s… all over the place. Many important games are missing and some of the games are in COMPLETELY the wrong order! But don’t worry Sega, because today Game Theory Host Tom is here to fix it…

2025-09-18
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Mario Kart World Should NOT Exist…

How is Mario Kart World even able to EXIST?! These biomes are WAY too close together and completely defy the laws of physics. In today’s episode, join Game Theory Host Tom as he applies real-life science to prove how Nintendo could be putting their beloved characters in harm’s way…

2025-09-16
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