Thank you for all these years ! Don't feel bad at all, I totally understand. Some hobbies get worse when they start to look like a job. Cheers from France :)
I'm going to miss the two of you so much. I watch very few channels, but yours is one. And you've been a great inspiration to me, and a help. Thank you for everything you've done. I'd love to stay in contact.
Yall are awesome. Yall sound so excited in this decision and that is just great. Thanks for all that you had done. When I got in this hobby, yall were there. Thank you for that.
Thank you for all your great content! You were always my first click when I had a choice. I wish you both the absolute best and will keep my fingers crossed for an ocassional cameo?! Let someone else handle that evil editing.
You have been such a voice of reason in this crazy genre of Boardgame channels. Thank you for everything you've done. Good luck and all the best on your new endeavors. May your family be blessed, always!!
Like others have said, thanks for all the contributions over the years, you guys are great. And enjoy your extra free time with each other and the kids, that time is precious !
Your honest reviews have helped shape the board game collection that I have today. ❤ Thank you for the dedication and love you have shown both here and on Patreon. You will be missed!
200% understandable, I can easily see how turning something you love into "content" and keeping up with everything that that entails would suck the joy out of it. Enjoy your retirement, enjoy the games, enjoy your family, and thanks for the games you've shared with us over the years.
Anthony and Francis, and Ant Lab Games.... I've greatly enjoyed your videos over the years. You guys have a super comfortable energy that is so welcoming when you guys are doing playthrough videos. I always felt welcomed at your table. My favorite, by far, is your Brass: Birmingham playthrough video. I hope to someday cross paths with you guys at a con so we can maybe play Brass together. At any rate, I hope you guys enjoy your family and finally get to enjoy those unplayed games.
So relatable, household stuff and life getting in the way. All the best with your future endeavours and enjoy taking some board gaming time just for yourselves and the kids!
I'm so very happy for you guys... getting to leave on your own terms to focus on family and life... I'm also very sad to see you retiring... I love your content and positivity... I looked forward to all of your content... God Bless you both in your future endeavors.... God Bless your whole family. Thank You for the years of fantastic content. ❤
thanks to you both for all the years of play throughs. they were always helpful for me in deciding and learning games. After speaking with Anthony a couple times at PAX and some board game purchase pick ups, I knew this day was coming sooner rather than later. I wish you the best, and I will keep an eye out at PAXU next year. I think I ran into Anthony 2 different times this year in passing. I will keep an eye out for any other board game clear outs you might do as there might be some more interesting games leaving your collection. thanks again.
Well...this is sad news for an avid watcher from Aus of what I feel is one of the most wholesome gaming influencer channels out there. Thank you both for sharing all the games, the honesty through tough times, and I wish you both all the very best for finding time to enjoy the hobby as lovers of gaming without the commitment to record. You will be greatly missed. Have fun finally tabling the Lacerda's and other great games again. :)
Thank you so much for your contribution and fun playthroughs throughout these years. Putting a lot of effort for something you love, burns the fun out really quick and you guys have put of a lot of effort in order to bring out quality content. Enjoy your retirement and i hope to see you guys back soon in your own pace.
Thanks for all the years of great video content you both have produced. It's been a great benefit to the board game community. Was great to see you both at PaxU a couple weeks ago, and thank you for the gift box. If you are ever up in the Allentown area, i'd love to meet up and maybe play some games...!!! I'm glad you are "retiring" on your own terms as well.!!!
Anthony and Francis, thanks for the videos! Really appreciate them. Very different from most of the others. Very genuine and very helpful. All the best!
Thank you for all your content you have put out. I am so happy for you though. You need to do what is good for you!!! I don’t know how you did it all 😅. Omg the wires and cameras all over would drive me nuts lol. Plus my puppy would eat it all. Good to see you at pax. Hopefully see you at level up! Let just game and have fun!! Enjoy retirement!
Thank you both so much for all the thoughtful content during the past years. I'm so appreciative of fellow gamers who have taken the tremendous step to produce and share interesting content on a regular basis, but also recognize how what began as a passion can become a burden. Best of luck to you and family!
I knew this video would come one day. I have watched you guys for so long, it feels like my friends are moving away. 🙂 I wish you all the blessings and thank you so much for all you’ve done for the hobby. I also thank you for leaving the channel up so I can still watch some play throughs I have missed. Love you guys. ❤
Thanks for All of the content... I think you were the first actual playthrough I saw, probably Agra, I got tired of super cut effective Review and really Enjoyed the Slow pace and cosy feel of your channel. Watching your channel actually shows what the game is, and from our end it feels Like I get to know you and you personslities/playstiles. I totally get your reasoning and wish you All the best
Thanks for all the great content! you two are great humans beings, it was a privilege to follow your TH-cam journey through these years. Best whishes and keep on playing!
Dziękuję bardzo za świetne filmy, które były dla mnie przewodnikiem w świecie gier. Jesteście wspaniałymi ludźmi, oglądając Was czułam, jakbyśmy byli rodziną. Życzę Wam dużo zdrowia i realizacji pasji. Pozdrawiam z Polski
Appreciate everything you guys have done. Best wishes to you both. Have gone through a similar transition and so much happier on the other side. Best of luck and enjoy the holidays!
I found your channel not that long ago and I loved the way you presented yourselves while playing. Just trying to have good fun. Also I admire that you have so many kids!! Definitely can relate to not being able to play as much because of the little ones. But anyway, thank you for all the good times, I still have many of your old playthroughs to watch! Have a blessed life and a wonderful Christmas! God bless!
Hugs from Italy ❤ it was a pleasure watching you You are right: when youtubers do their thing they always distance themselves from the hobby. There is no real middle ground: or you commit to it as a job, but then you are not a player/hobbist/etc anymore, or you simply be a player and enjoy the hobby for love and passion. All the best for you guys!
I have enjoyed your guys' content for years, but I'm glad you guys are doing what you want to do. Also, funny Anthony had mentioned it as "done with having to work to enjoy board games." Foster the Meeple said something similar in a recent video, wanting to work less for content creation and enjoy board games more. I'm sure other board game content creators feel the same. Either way, best wishes to you both!
I’m happy for you both. You guys also went through some unnecessary hardships that I’m sure played a huge role in you both feeling this way. It’s completely understandable. God bless you and your family. Enjoy life and board games at your pace and I’ll see you whenever you upload a video.
Thank you for all the content you created and for helping us get a better understanding of the various games you've covered here. All the best to you and keep enjoying gaming!
You are two of the best reviewers in this hobby and I always enjoyed your content. I'm very sad to see you go, but you need to do what's best for you. Thanks for everything and happy retirement :)
Thanks for all the content you guys have made over the years and enjoy the freedom! Having said that It would still be cool to hear your quick opinions on the things you play from time to time.
Really enjoyed the comprehensive output you guys have done, so approachable and accessible for all levels. Times change and so do those priorities - this can be picked up again and you will still have an easy access to avid listeners. Enjoy the family first, then the games and I still enjoy your playthrough ofBrass Birmingham the best.
Thanks so much for all your time over the years reviewing my games! I completely understand how it all ends up feeling like work (it's becoming the same for me with game design). It's supposed to be fun. Sorry to have missed you at PAX this year. Happy holidays!
Appreciate all you’ve shared with us, board games with an honest approach. The vibes you bring are refreshing, but it’s great and understandable to pour yourselves into family and games without the pressure or time restrictions that you’ve faced. Blessings on your endeavors.
I’m bummed, but I completely understand. I just recently found your channel and really enjoyed your play throughs and opinions. Best of luck and have fun playing games!
Oh, you by far have been my favorite (and I've been in this hobby for over 40 years). I will miss you but I am delighted for you. Please enjoy your new adventures. I will think of you often.
I have watched numerous video playthroughs from you guys and your channel was so helpful and awesome. Thank you for all you’ve done and keep playing. We won’t forget your contribution to the board game hobby! Take care and God bless you
I am sad to see you two leave the space, but I fully understand. Thank you so much for the effort you have put into everything. You have given me a lot of hours of entertainment and have helped me make many game choices. You will be missed. Good luck in everything in your future!
Seriously one of the best channels on the net. Been with you for years and I'm really going to miss the both of you. (And don't feel bad. All things change, and for you this is for the better).
Thank you for everything. I found you in the beginning of my board gaming venture. You’ve been responsible for me having some great games and not buying others. Your style was just perfect for my taste. Can’t thank you enough. Best wishes to you in everything to come.
Thank you for all of the great play throughs. Your channel has been a go to for us when learning a new game. I was looking forward to your play through of all the Lacerda games. Good luck in your retirement and enjoying your time playing your games. Again thanks for everything!
Thank you for everything! We have greatly appreciated all that you have done for the hobby. ❤ enjoy your time with family and enjoy gaming for fun. :)
Just thanks for everything....gonna miss you guys.....
Thank you for all these years ! Don't feel bad at all, I totally understand. Some hobbies get worse when they start to look like a job. Cheers from France :)
I'm going to miss the two of you so much. I watch very few channels, but yours is one. And you've been a great inspiration to me, and a help. Thank you for everything you've done.
I'd love to stay in contact.
We are still playing boardgames, so expect to see us up in your comments more often! And we will absolutely stay connected with you!
Thank you so much for your videos, I learned how to play more than a few games watching you playing...
Yall are awesome. Yall sound so excited in this decision and that is just great. Thanks for all that you had done. When I got in this hobby, yall were there. Thank you for that.
One of the best out there! We’ll miss you guys! Thank you for being pillars in our hobby who stand up in what you believe in! You’ll be missed!
Thank you for all your great content! You were always my first click when I had a choice. I wish you both the absolute best and will keep my fingers crossed for an ocassional cameo?! Let someone else handle that evil editing.
I've really enjoyed your videos over the years and will miss you guys. Best of luck to you in all you do, stay well and enjoy your gaming!!!!!!
Thank you so much for all you given this community, you are loved and will be missed, but you've certainly earned it!
You have been such a voice of reason in this crazy genre of Boardgame channels. Thank you for everything you've done.
Good luck and all the best on your new endeavors. May your family be blessed, always!!
Like others have said, thanks for all the contributions over the years, you guys are great. And enjoy your extra free time with each other and the kids, that time is precious !
Thank you guys for all you've done over the years! I've really enjoyed your content from the very beginning and I wish you well!
I’ve always enjoyed your videos and totally understand where you’re coming from. Best of luck to you going forward!
Thank you for your positive personalities, quality reviews, and great content. You will be missed. May you enjoy the next chapters of your lives.
Your honest reviews have helped shape the board game collection that I have today. ❤ Thank you for the dedication and love you have shown both here and on Patreon. You will be missed!
Been watching since the beginning. Life changes things. Thanks for everything, best of luck to your both. Cheers!
200% understandable, I can easily see how turning something you love into "content" and keeping up with everything that that entails would suck the joy out of it. Enjoy your retirement, enjoy the games, enjoy your family, and thanks for the games you've shared with us over the years.
Hugs from Brazil, loved the content you made!
Anthony and Francis, and Ant Lab Games.... I've greatly enjoyed your videos over the years. You guys have a super comfortable energy that is so welcoming when you guys are doing playthrough videos. I always felt welcomed at your table. My favorite, by far, is your Brass: Birmingham playthrough video. I hope to someday cross paths with you guys at a con so we can maybe play Brass together. At any rate, I hope you guys enjoy your family and finally get to enjoy those unplayed games.
Dla mnie również ulubionym filmem Antoniego i Francis był Brass Birmingham. Myślę, że dzięki ich wskazówkom mogłam wejść na wyższy poziom tej gry.
So relatable, household stuff and life getting in the way. All the best with your future endeavours and enjoy taking some board gaming time just for yourselves and the kids!
I'm so very happy for you guys... getting to leave on your own terms to focus on family and life... I'm also very sad to see you retiring... I love your content and positivity... I looked forward to all of your content... God Bless you both in your future endeavors.... God Bless your whole family. Thank You for the years of fantastic content. ❤
thanks to you both for all the years of play throughs. they were always helpful for me in deciding and learning games. After speaking with Anthony a couple times at PAX and some board game purchase pick ups, I knew this day was coming sooner rather than later. I wish you the best, and I will keep an eye out at PAXU next year. I think I ran into Anthony 2 different times this year in passing. I will keep an eye out for any other board game clear outs you might do as there might be some more interesting games leaving your collection. thanks again.
Thank you for everything. I am going to miss you. Wishing you the best in whatever you decide to do next. God Bless!
Thanks for bringing your passion and sharing your enjoyment of gaming - totally understand your reasons - wishing you the best!
Well...this is sad news for an avid watcher from Aus of what I feel is one of the most wholesome gaming influencer channels out there. Thank you both for sharing all the games, the honesty through tough times, and I wish you both all the very best for finding time to enjoy the hobby as lovers of gaming without the commitment to record. You will be greatly missed.
Have fun finally tabling the Lacerda's and other great games again. :)
Thank you so much for your contribution and fun playthroughs throughout these years. Putting a lot of effort for something you love, burns the fun out really quick and you guys have put of a lot of effort in order to bring out quality content. Enjoy your retirement and i hope to see you guys back soon in your own pace.
Thank you both for all the joy. Be well, and enjoy your future endeavors!
You’ve created some wonderful material over the years. It’s now time to enjoy gaming for itself. Have a great Christmas and enjoy the future.
Thank you for your energy and passion! All the best for you!
Thanks for all the years of great video content you both have produced. It's been a great benefit to the board game community. Was great to see you both at PaxU a couple weeks ago, and thank you for the gift box. If you are ever up in the Allentown area, i'd love to meet up and maybe play some games...!!! I'm glad you are "retiring" on your own terms as well.!!!
It's been a ride! Sad to see it come to an end, glad for all the great content. Thanks and best of luck with what's next.
Thank you so much for everything. Been a pleasure watching your reviews and play throughs. Best of luck with your future endeavors
Understandable. Will miss you guys and thanks for sharing your passion with us for all these years.
I have watched your channel in the past and have enjoyed it. Thank you for your investment of time and energy.
I love you guys!! Thank you for all you’ve done!!
Congratulations on all the success you have had over the years. Thanks for all your hard work. Have fun!
Anthony and Francis, thanks for the videos! Really appreciate them. Very different from most of the others. Very genuine and very helpful. All the best!
Oh no! Sad news but I wish you the best! You always kept the reviews real and always appreciated your transparency. Anyway Keep on gaming!
Thank you for all your content you have put out. I am so happy for you though. You need to do what is good for you!!! I don’t know how you did it all 😅. Omg the wires and cameras all over would drive me nuts lol. Plus my puppy would eat it all. Good to see you at pax. Hopefully see you at level up! Let just game and have fun!! Enjoy retirement!
Best of luck to you both. Thank you for being a part of this adventure with us.
Thank you both so much for all the thoughtful content during the past years. I'm so appreciative of fellow gamers who have taken the tremendous step to produce and share interesting content on a regular basis, but also recognize how what began as a passion can become a burden. Best of luck to you and family!
Happy retirement. Great content. Fantastic people. Sorely missed.
Totally understandable. Best luck to both of you as you gain back your lives. Cheers.
Truly enjoyed your videos over these many years. Thank you for the efforts you put into making this such a great hobby. Be well and game on!
Thank you for all you did for the hobby, it has been much appreciated. Good luck to future adventures!
I knew this video would come one day. I have watched you guys for so long, it feels like my friends are moving away. 🙂 I wish you all the blessings and thank you so much for all you’ve done for the hobby. I also thank you for leaving the channel up so I can still watch some play throughs I have missed. Love you guys. ❤
You both are great. Thank you for your honest and well produced content. I’ll miss your videos but happy for you.
I've enjoyed your videos. Thank you for all you've done! Good luck!
Really enjoyed your video content and channel! Thanks for everything over the years! Enjoy your retirement and playing games for fun!
Thanks for All of the content...
I think you were the first actual playthrough I saw, probably Agra, I got tired of super cut effective Review and really Enjoyed the Slow pace and cosy feel of your channel.
Watching your channel actually shows what the game is, and from our end it feels Like I get to know you and you personslities/playstiles.
I totally get your reasoning and wish you All the best
Thank you for your videos. I wish you success and joy in your next thing.
Thank you for all your content. I have enjoyed your playthroughs and reviews. It has helped in my purchasing decisions.
Appreciate all of the time and work you've put in over the years. I look forward to semi-annual Instagram posts. :)
Thanks so much for everything! I have truly enjoyed your playthroughs. Wishing you all the very best in future!
I learned a lot with your videos. You did well. Have fun!
Thanks for all the great content! you two are great humans beings, it was a privilege to follow your TH-cam journey through these years. Best whishes and keep on playing!
Honest and to the point. It's your lives to lead, if this is what makes you happy, it's what I wish for you. All the Best.
Thank you for your good work, u were one of my favorite youtuber for boardgames.
Thanks a lot for everything, it's always been a pleasure to watch all your videos. Cheers from France, see you around, one way or another !
Thanks for all your work! Wishing you the best!
Dziękuję bardzo za świetne filmy, które były dla mnie przewodnikiem w świecie gier. Jesteście wspaniałymi ludźmi, oglądając Was czułam, jakbyśmy byli rodziną. Życzę Wam dużo zdrowia i realizacji pasji. Pozdrawiam z Polski
Thank you for all of your content, Enjoy your retirement and best wishes.
Thank you for so much great content over many years. Enjoy your retirement and happy gaming!
Appreciate everything you guys have done. Best wishes to you both. Have gone through a similar transition and so much happier on the other side. Best of luck and enjoy the holidays!
I found your channel not that long ago and I loved the way you presented yourselves while playing. Just trying to have good fun. Also I admire that you have so many kids!! Definitely can relate to not being able to play as much because of the little ones. But anyway, thank you for all the good times, I still have many of your old playthroughs to watch! Have a blessed life and a wonderful Christmas! God bless!
Thank you and good luck to both of you on your new endeavors!
Have a beautiful retirement! Always loved your content! I knew we shouldn't have been shy and came up and said hello while at PAX last week!
Hugs from Italy ❤ it was a pleasure watching you
You are right: when youtubers do their thing they always distance themselves from the hobby. There is no real middle ground: or you commit to it as a job, but then you are not a player/hobbist/etc anymore, or you simply be a player and enjoy the hobby for love and passion.
All the best for you guys!
I have enjoyed your guys' content for years, but I'm glad you guys are doing what you want to do. Also, funny Anthony had mentioned it as "done with having to work to enjoy board games." Foster the Meeple said something similar in a recent video, wanting to work less for content creation and enjoy board games more. I'm sure other board game content creators feel the same. Either way, best wishes to you both!
I’m happy for you both. You guys also went through some unnecessary hardships that I’m sure played a huge role in you both feeling this way. It’s completely understandable. God bless you and your family. Enjoy life and board games at your pace and I’ll see you whenever you upload a video.
Thank you guys!! Enjoyed your channel thru the years. Goodluck on your future endeavors
You guys were truly genuine and you will be missed. Hope to see you someday at PAX. Wish you the best!
Thanks guys. Enjoyed your reviews and all!
Thank you for all the content you created and for helping us get a better understanding of the various games you've covered here. All the best to you and keep enjoying gaming!
You are two of the best reviewers in this hobby and I always enjoyed your content. I'm very sad to see you go, but you need to do what's best for you. Thanks for everything and happy retirement :)
Sad to hear this, but thank you for all of the great content - you guys have certainly helped me make decisions about games to try and to buy!
Thanks for all the content you guys have made over the years and enjoy the freedom! Having said that It would still be cool to hear your quick opinions on the things you play from time to time.
Thank you for all the work. Great sharing the time with you.
Really enjoyed the comprehensive output you guys have done, so approachable and accessible for all levels. Times change and so do those priorities - this can be picked up again and you will still have an easy access to avid listeners. Enjoy the family first, then the games and I still enjoy your playthrough ofBrass Birmingham the best.
Thanks so much for all your time over the years reviewing my games! I completely understand how it all ends up feeling like work (it's becoming the same for me with game design). It's supposed to be fun. Sorry to have missed you at PAX this year. Happy holidays!
Thank you for years of great content and insight. I'll miss your videos, but wish you all of the best in any and every endeavor .
You both are awesome and I'm so glad for you!
I'll miss you, all the best for the future. Have fun playing games. Thanks to your reviews I have a few gems in my collection like On Mars. Cheers
Appreciate all you’ve shared with us, board games with an honest approach. The vibes you bring are refreshing, but it’s great and understandable to pour yourselves into family and games without the pressure or time restrictions that you’ve faced.
Blessings on your endeavors.
I’m bummed, but I completely understand. I just recently found your channel and really enjoyed your play throughs and opinions. Best of luck and have fun playing games!
Oh, you by far have been my favorite (and I've been in this hobby for over 40 years). I will miss you but I am delighted for you. Please enjoy your new adventures. I will think of you often.
Gods blessings on you two and your family. May your journey be fulfilling.
Thanks for all the videos.
Thank you for all your wonderful videos and all the work you have done for the hobby!
Thanks for all the Red Raven playthroughs, you helped me to learn some of my favorite games. All the best, time to enjoy the hobby for yourselves!
This was my favorite channel. Thank you for everything!
I have watched numerous video playthroughs from you guys and your channel was so helpful and awesome. Thank you for all you’ve done and keep playing. We won’t forget your contribution to the board game hobby! Take care and God bless you
Good luck with your next adventure. You’ll be missed. Thanks for the fun! Bye…Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
I am sad to see you two leave the space, but I fully understand. Thank you so much for the effort you have put into everything. You have given me a lot of hours of entertainment and have helped me make many game choices. You will be missed. Good luck in everything in your future!
Well done. Good luck and good health
Seriously one of the best channels on the net. Been with you for years and I'm really going to miss the both of you. (And don't feel bad. All things change, and for you this is for the better).
Happy retirement! Enjoy yourself, your family and just play board games for fun 😊
Thank you for all your great content!
Sad to see you go but totally understand! Time is so short, make it count
Thank for the years of great videos, and all the best moving forward. Hope to still see your faces occasionally :) xoxox
Thank you for everything. I found you in the beginning of my board gaming venture. You’ve been responsible for me having some great games and not buying others. Your style was just perfect for my taste. Can’t thank you enough. Best wishes to you in everything to come.
Thank you for all of the great play throughs. Your channel has been a go to for us when learning a new game. I was looking forward to your play through of all the Lacerda games. Good luck in your retirement and enjoying your time playing your games. Again thanks for everything!