You have grown a dedicated following on a 10 year old game, PoE2 is about to explode on the scene and bring more coverage and people to the content space looking for your videos. It is highly likely your viewership will grow under these circumstances, and you will have great success! If there was ever a time to go "all in" on content creation, this is the time to be in on the ground floor of PoE2.
Someone like Mathil or Ziz clear 100 grand a year from let's be honest, almost entirely PoE. PoE 2 should be bigger, so considering sponsorship revenue should match any low to mid tier job revenue in the west.
In my humble opinion, I think that it is a risky move if it is just PoE1… with the plan to alternate leagues between 1 & 2… there should be content to do PoE1&2 full time (at least for the 6 months to a year.. until official launch of 2). Always a risk of a bad league like kalandra … but I am confident that GGG made PoE2 the best ARPG out there. 🤞🏻
poe 1 lacks content outside of guides. Sometimes I just want to watch people rant and blast maps instead of explaining their whole build to me. hopefully with poe 2 we get some more content like that.
Hey Lolcohol ! Quiting a job for a passion and not being certain that it will work is a very big step up in life. I tried it years ago, didn't work out for me but i really hope it will for you. Good luck sir !
Gz on the deal! What should we expect from you coming into full time PoE2? Livestream focused or YT aswell? Are you going to focus more on videos like Zizaran (mix of gameplay + guides), more like Empy (Cuts from streams into a video recap of the few days?), or more like Spicysushi (Crafting guides oriented)? Should we expect a mix of everything? I know it's probably hard for you to tell since it's so early and new to you, take the time you need to focus on a recipe that you enjoy and that works for you! I'm really excited for you and hope you make it!
It is a bit tricky to say for certain but I intend to release a lot of guides that really cover the foundations of the game well initially. I feel like there's a bit of a gap in the PoE space for truly good beginner focused content. But I'd also like to do some stream highlights and more high-level guides and crafting for sure!
@@Lolcohol Sounds awesome! Can't wait for you to pump out those videos! Just be sure to take care of yourself Don't burn out trying to make 20 videos a day, just try to build a good schedule and stay consistant in that schedule. I'm confident you'll make it!
Some of my fav content creators, one of the literal handful of times i didn't turn off instantly at the partnership announcement, sounds like a good deal and competition to Maxroll and Vault
I think it depends on where you live in terms of the cost of living and value of your career. you can be a content creator for part time or full time .. but i'd still wait for a big decision if it costs a lot.
Great news! And about the sponsors: don't feel bad, bills need still to be paid. I would be fine with e.g shadow adds as long as you don't promote obvious scams. A lot of success on your journey.
Congratulations and good luck my guy! Just found your channel with this video and I am planning on throwing my life into PoE2 so I’ll see you on release day.
Mate, you might not know me, i appear sometimes in your Twitch as Olden_son. Let me tell you something (with my best impression of Jon Bernthal, lol), you were one of first streamers of PoE i watched ALOT when i started PoE about 3-4 years ago, you gave me ALOT of insight into crafting, which i carry still knowing that i learned it from you. I noticed that you were missing for almost 2 months and even reached out to Aer0 to ask if everything is okay (cause i know you are friends or something like this) Its very nice to both - see your new video, knowing you're all good, AND that you go full time PoE Streamer. I promise to watch you as much as i can, mate! Good luck with that journey and let the winds blow your sails P.S. Forgot to add - you might wanna try to take similar niche in PoE 2 as in PoE 1 (at least as i see it), as crafter for some not Mirror-tier gear (the one that everyone can afford with 1-2 day of farming) At least that's why i stayed at your channel, when i came to PoE 1 :)
I hate RAID with a passion for every reason. But you get that bag son. If they're gonna pay for time on your air, you've got every right to sell it to them if it keeps you in business. Anyone that doesn't understand that shouldn't be taken too seriously anyway.
As a POE player, I’m happy for you. As a father of two boys that watch YT full timers and think everything that isn’t playing games is a waste of time, I hate you. (Joking … mostly)
I look forward to your contributions in the PoE world! As a long time follower I hope you succeed, because the PoE theorycrafting community is better with you in it! Good luck friend!
gz dude, ur my fav crafting poe content creator, i know things will be hard for the 1st few weeks, but i think u gonna make it, best of luck and hard work with dedication will be rewarded
All the best! Also is it me or is there an error in the time conversion at 2:26 ? GMT +2 of 12.00-17.30 should translate to 6pm - 11.30 pm for GMT +8, no? 6-hour difference
"I'm going fulltime!" - 3 mins later "Beggards cant be chosers", I really admire that youre doing it, it was somehow always a dream of me too, being able to play for many hours a week. Just without streaming.
He's young enough where even if it doesn't work out, it doesn't matter. He's chasing after a dream which is more than most people can say for themselves.
I'm actually turning 34 the day before and am paying off a house so I'd really like it to work out haha. But yeah it's not the end of the world if it doesn't
@Lolcohol I'm only a few months younger than you in a very similar position, just try your best and keep your head up. Things always seem to work out in the end.
Doubt it is, unless you are able to get some solid numbers and traffic. Bet a lot of the POE guys are just getting by, doubt they are buying mansions 😄
You’re one of my favorite PoE content creators on youtube. I appreciate the effort and the details you put into your videos. Best of luck in what’s to come and I genuinely wish you the best! (:
YOLO! Don't mind the over-advertised games - just stay away from NFTs, RMT, etc. Regarding guides in general (written or not): please put more focus/emphasis on mechanics, than simply build guides. I think the (forever?) lost art of build crafting is something worth reviving in PoE2.
@@Lolcohol I think if you join their influencer program they ship you free stuff to hang on your background, along with other perks. They do ship to south africa, it's in their "Contact us" page under "Popular Questions". I'm pretty sure Mathil is partnered with them, maybe ask him about it.
i dunno man i kind of think poe2 is being way overhyped. poe2 could be a great game. BUT i dont think people can play intense combat nonstop for as many hours as they can play poe1. not only that but have you tried playing a WASD game for long hours? its really hard on the wrist. i kind of think we are about to see a massive flop. but i could be wrong! ive always liked your content and i wish you the best of luck.
I think controller is gonna be the solution and feel really good, as long as i can easily swap to using mouse for inventory management i definitely will be playing controller in poe2
Hope it that ends better for you than BigDucks who did the same, but in worse moments (iirc Kalandra league and subreddit doing 180 turn in how they treated GGG)...
Yeah I feel like I am taking a very safe risk because of the timing and the partnership with Mobalytics. I think a lot of creators have gone FT in the past at totally arbitrary times without enough planning and I wanted to make sure I didn't make that same mistake. Fingers crossed
Nah there won't be character customisation. I know this is a polarising issue for folks but I'm glad there isn't. The way I think of it: I like playing THE Witch, not just A Witch. The characters being locked means they can have richer backstories instead of being just another hero from another distant land. What's the appeal of customisation? I'm asking to learn why so many people want it so badly
I think it's an MMO thing. I feel like it's kind of pointless when you never see your character after equipping gear in an arpg. Though I don't like playing as the bulky character models so picking male or female for each would appeal to me.
Quits job to have unlimited free time for POE 2 launch. Spins it as a "career move"
Lmao actually true
Hahaha, good one! 😆
If you're uncomfortable with the fact that being a creator is a an actual viable job albeit a risky one, then you need to get on with the times, bro.
Why else would he do it lol
My pc is for studies, mom! 😌
Hella exciting, wish you all the best with it!
Thanks, Pal!
It's better to regret the things you did do than regret the things you didn't do. We believe in you!
Thank you, Shadow! 🥰
You have grown a dedicated following on a 10 year old game, PoE2 is about to explode on the scene and bring more coverage and people to the content space looking for your videos. It is highly likely your viewership will grow under these circumstances, and you will have great success! If there was ever a time to go "all in" on content creation, this is the time to be in on the ground floor of PoE2.
That was my thinking too! No better time than right now 🥳
Welcome aboard!!
So glad to be a part of the team!!
Oooh, trying full time on just PoE will be tough. Good luck!
Someone like Mathil or Ziz clear 100 grand a year from let's be honest, almost entirely PoE. PoE 2 should be bigger, so considering sponsorship revenue should match any low to mid tier job revenue in the west.
In my humble opinion, I think that it is a risky move if it is just PoE1… with the plan to alternate leagues between 1 & 2… there should be content to do PoE1&2 full time (at least for the 6 months to a year.. until official launch of 2). Always a risk of a bad league like kalandra … but I am confident that GGG made PoE2 the best ARPG out there. 🤞🏻
poe 1 lacks content outside of guides. Sometimes I just want to watch people rant and blast maps instead of explaining their whole build to me. hopefully with poe 2 we get some more content like that.
@@waterywaffles Live streams are exactly that.
Hey Lolcohol ! Quiting a job for a passion and not being certain that it will work is a very big step up in life. I tried it years ago, didn't work out for me but i really hope it will for you. Good luck sir !
Gz on the deal! What should we expect from you coming into full time PoE2? Livestream focused or YT aswell? Are you going to focus more on videos like Zizaran (mix of gameplay + guides), more like Empy (Cuts from streams into a video recap of the few days?), or more like Spicysushi (Crafting guides oriented)? Should we expect a mix of everything? I know it's probably hard for you to tell since it's so early and new to you, take the time you need to focus on a recipe that you enjoy and that works for you! I'm really excited for you and hope you make it!
It is a bit tricky to say for certain but I intend to release a lot of guides that really cover the foundations of the game well initially. I feel like there's a bit of a gap in the PoE space for truly good beginner focused content. But I'd also like to do some stream highlights and more high-level guides and crafting for sure!
@@Lolcohol Sounds awesome! Can't wait for you to pump out those videos! Just be sure to take care of yourself Don't burn out trying to make 20 videos a day, just try to build a good schedule and stay consistant in that schedule. I'm confident you'll make it!
Yay, welcome back! Missed having you around, dude
Like Balor told you before! Happy for you, man.
Yes! That piece of advice he gave me really stuck with me
Some of my fav content creators, one of the literal handful of times i didn't turn off instantly at the partnership announcement, sounds like a good deal and competition to Maxroll and Vault
Yeah there are so many good folks there and definitely a lot more to come :)
May your new career be better than your crafting RNG.
The myth , the man, the legend has returned and now in HD
I think it depends on where you live in terms of the cost of living and value of your career. you can be a content creator for part time or full time .. but i'd still wait for a big decision if it costs a lot.
I live in Africa :)
Congrats Man! Super envious! Wishing you much success.
Sure would be awkward if PoE2 turned out to be bad!
Sure would be! Luckily I have awesome employers who said I can come back at any time if I have to :)
Not going to happen .... PoE 2 is looking solid.
@@lylar2A mild amount of skepticism never hurt anybody
sounds like BigDuck moment - he did the same in the worst time for PoE1
Lol, d4 just eliminated the chance of poe2 to be bad. No way it can be bad compare to it, even if they really try.
Great news! And about the sponsors: don't feel bad, bills need still to be paid. I would be fine with e.g shadow adds as long as you don't promote obvious scams. A lot of success on your journey.
I've been wondering where you went, man. Watching you was such a joy for POE1. I can't wait to see what the future holds for you during POE2!!!
Dude that's great news. I wish you all the best! You deserve all the success like no other.
Congratulations and good luck my guy! Just found your channel with this video and I am planning on throwing my life into PoE2 so I’ll see you on release day.
Congratulations! Kudos on taking the risk to follow your heart, it takes a lot of courage.
Mate, you might not know me, i appear sometimes in your Twitch as Olden_son.
Let me tell you something (with my best impression of Jon Bernthal, lol), you were one of first streamers of PoE i watched ALOT when i started PoE about 3-4 years ago, you gave me ALOT of insight into crafting, which i carry still knowing that i learned it from you.
I noticed that you were missing for almost 2 months and even reached out to Aer0 to ask if everything is okay (cause i know you are friends or something like this)
Its very nice to both - see your new video, knowing you're all good, AND that you go full time PoE Streamer. I promise to watch you as much as i can, mate!
Good luck with that journey and let the winds blow your sails
P.S. Forgot to add - you might wanna try to take similar niche in PoE 2 as in PoE 1 (at least as i see it), as crafter for some not Mirror-tier gear (the one that everyone can afford with 1-2 day of farming)
At least that's why i stayed at your channel, when i came to PoE 1 :)
Ah thanks for this nice comment! I did go very quiet for a bit but I'm back on board fully now!
@@Lolcohol Glad to hear that, mate! Will be waiting for you to go live. Will you be livestreaming PoE 2 Announcement?
brooooo cam looks AMAZING
Thank you! So scary, so exciting
congratulations man. glad to see you becoming full time! ita scary but a awesome thing man. looking forward to content :)
I hate RAID with a passion for every reason. But you get that bag son. If they're gonna pay for time on your air, you've got every right to sell it to them if it keeps you in business. Anyone that doesn't understand that shouldn't be taken too seriously anyway.
Good luck mate!
Hopefully your cat took this announcement positively :)
I know I will continue to support and enjoy your content!
As a POE player, I’m happy for you. As a father of two boys that watch YT full timers and think everything that isn’t playing games is a waste of time, I hate you. (Joking … mostly)
I look forward to your contributions in the PoE world! As a long time follower I hope you succeed, because the PoE theorycrafting community is better with you in it! Good luck friend!
gz dude, ur my fav crafting poe content creator, i know things will be hard for the 1st few weeks, but i think u gonna make it, best of luck and hard work with dedication will be rewarded
NICE JOBBBB, MAN! Ive been watching ya part time for some time and im really happy to see you fulfilling your dreams. Wish ya the best
Courageous step to take, congrats on that! Will be on the look out for ur future videos.
Good luck, so exciting! We'll all be cheering you on (and following the guides because does anybody know how this game really works?)
Man get those sponsors you got to make a living. Ignore the haters
congrats! big leap and for what it's worth I think it's a great decision and great timing. Best of luck mate!
I wish you the best of luck on this adventure. I am excited for you!
Congrats man! Huge step!
Great news ! I hope it will all work out for you !
Good on you mate. Looking forward to watching your crafting content especially. Good luck and best wishes on your journey.
As much as I love Path of Exile I couldn't dedicate full time to it. Good luck man
my boi went full time. he actually did it. love your content man, I hope it goes well!!!!!!!
edit: i might give it a try too actually
Subbed. I know how hard it can be to commit and follow your dreams. Wishing you the best of luck!
I’m jealous. Looking forward to your guides though!
All the best! Also is it me or is there an error in the time conversion at 2:26 ? GMT +2 of 12.00-17.30 should translate to 6pm - 11.30 pm for GMT +8, no? 6-hour difference
Yes you're right. No idea how I screwed that up lol
Good luck man, hope full time works out for you and is a blast!
Happy for you bro Lol! Wishing you all the best.🎉
Hyped for you And can't wait for more from you! Best of luck!!!
Risky move! I hope it works out for you, and best of luck.
Funny list of creators, I'm guessing it's gonna be here to compete against Maxroll?
"I'm going fulltime!" - 3 mins later "Beggards cant be chosers", I really admire that youre doing it, it was somehow always a dream of me too, being able to play for many hours a week. Just without streaming.
Great to see another hardworking man dropping out of society to play videogames full-time!
haa I was actually gonna ask about the shirt before you mentioned it was sponsored :D looks pretty sick
I wish you the best of luck with your endeavours, always room for more PoE added value content
Good luck! Looking forward to the crafting guides.
Congrats on taking the leap, looking forward to the content
Honestly so keen, best of luck - I'm sure you'll be able to kill it!
Awesome you will do great always had fun following your builds and advice!
Regret is far more costly than failure. Go get it!!
He's young enough where even if it doesn't work out, it doesn't matter. He's chasing after a dream which is more than most people can say for themselves.
I'm actually turning 34 the day before and am paying off a house so I'd really like it to work out haha. But yeah it's not the end of the world if it doesn't
@Lolcohol I'm only a few months younger than you in a very similar position, just try your best and keep your head up. Things always seem to work out in the end.
Congrats on the Leap of Faith! Just subbed and liked, looking forward to all the great content you will make!
Subbed to you.. wish you best of luck going fulltime
Must be profitable to stream games you like , down here in Eastern Europe we barely have time to sleep ...
lmao
Doubt it is, unless you are able to get some solid numbers and traffic. Bet a lot of the POE guys are just getting by, doubt they are buying mansions 😄
Good luck man. Wish you all the success!
Good luck my friend i always love your content hopefully now we get spoiled with more of it!
Hell yeah brother! I'mma play and watch hella PoE2, look forward to watching your stuff. Happy hunting
Love your videos. All the luck with going fulltime!
Best of luck with your new endeavor!
You’re one of my favorite PoE content creators on youtube. I appreciate the effort and the details you put into your videos. Best of luck in what’s to come and I genuinely wish you the best! (:
YOLO! Don't mind the over-advertised games - just stay away from NFTs, RMT, etc.
Regarding guides in general (written or not): please put more focus/emphasis on mechanics, than simply build guides. I think the (forever?) lost art of build crafting is something worth reviving in PoE2.
Your room and lighting setup is looking really good
Puzzle box where!? :'(
I didn't get one :'(
Best of lolcohol! I am a casual watcher but really enjoyed some of your guides,,
Well good luck to ya. you seem like a young enough person thst could always go back to normal work
Congratulations and good luck to you!
Wish you all the best for your new career!
I wish all the Divine poooowa to you! From where are you streming from? ...cheers from Brazil!
South Africa!
Good luck brotha and I have never watched your stream or vids but I will start 👍🏽
Be sure that the finances from videos for poe1 and other streams work out. While poe2 looks amazing, you don't want to bet your future on it
I have made as sure as possible :) I'm paying off a house so wouldn't have made this change without a ton of planning!
Displate is a pretty cool sponsor, everyone likes to hang cool looking shit in their room, good luck on your path, exile!
Oh yeah I'd love to get my hands on some of those. I wonder if they ship to South Africa?
@@Lolcohol I think if you join their influencer program they ship you free stuff to hang on your background, along with other perks. They do ship to south africa, it's in their "Contact us" page under "Popular Questions". I'm pretty sure Mathil is partnered with them, maybe ask him about it.
i dunno man i kind of think poe2 is being way overhyped.
poe2 could be a great game. BUT i dont think people can play intense combat nonstop for as many hours as they can play poe1. not only that but have you tried playing a WASD game for long hours? its really hard on the wrist. i kind of think we are about to see a massive flop.
but i could be wrong! ive always liked your content and i wish you the best of luck.
Thank you! We'll see how it goes :D
I think controller is gonna be the solution and feel really good, as long as i can easily swap to using mouse for inventory management i definitely will be playing controller in poe2
@@JesuslsASamurai thats a good plan i think. i might try that too
As long as your healthcare is secured however way you can, then all the best to your content creation career Exile. :)
We have public healthcare here as well as fairly affordable private healthcare too! :)
you should bring bag your crafting video´s like back in the day.
Been waiting for a while for this news. Glad it finally arrived! LETS GO
Best of luck!!! big move respect for doing it!!! but no LS anymore PLS :D
Best wishes for you and the channel.
Poe2 made my quit my life
DARTH. So stoked to have you on board with us and can't wait to see all the videos you put out!
@ welcome to full time life brother. Long live the king
Super excited to support you! Love the content
Courageous decision, best of luck to you.
Wish you good luck and all the best!
yay! so pleased for you. good luck
ThAnK gOd ThErE iS a gUiDe fOr ThE gAmE ThAtS nOt eVeN oUt yEt!?!?
All the best for the future. Thx for all the great content
Good luck mate, hope the game is good
PoE is a job, too. You've played yourself.
congrats! go for it!
Good luck! You got this :)
Gz, Just don't call Chris Wilson BFR now
Hope it that ends better for you than BigDucks who did the same, but in worse moments (iirc Kalandra league and subreddit doing 180 turn in how they treated GGG)...
Yeah I feel like I am taking a very safe risk because of the timing and the partnership with Mobalytics. I think a lot of creators have gone FT in the past at totally arbitrary times without enough planning and I wanted to make sure I didn't make that same mistake. Fingers crossed
Hey do u know If There be Class Edit like can I change the hair or skin tone or male or female
Nah there won't be character customisation. I know this is a polarising issue for folks but I'm glad there isn't.
The way I think of it: I like playing THE Witch, not just A Witch. The characters being locked means they can have richer backstories instead of being just another hero from another distant land.
What's the appeal of customisation? I'm asking to learn why so many people want it so badly
I think it's an MMO thing. I feel like it's kind of pointless when you never see your character after equipping gear in an arpg. Though I don't like playing as the bulky character models so picking male or female for each would appeal to me.
BEST of luck dude. GOOI MIELIES!
Ads are fine as long as it pays.
its not a poe game without a nun . make it so , number one