A very real moment of genuine vulnerability. I really appreciated that they kept this in given how ruthless the internet can be sometimes.

@Dot2TheLock

Жыл бұрын

Love how ruthless slime was then became a soft bear

the subway surfer clip is crazy man 😭

@morganbush7775

Күн бұрын

Yeah that was really obnoxious

This is proof. Aimen isn't cringe. Aimen's pog :)

@jurb417

Жыл бұрын

Maybe a little cringe

@SaulBedMan

8 ай бұрын

​@@jurb417only when he smokes weed

@waynerooney6023

15 күн бұрын

Just because he cried doesn't mean he's not cringe. Don't give sympathy points.

it warms my heart to see a group of men give their friend the safe space to express their emotions and feel comfortable being vulnerable.

man that subway surfer gameplay was insane wtf

It really struck a chord with me when I heard this, I truly understand what Aimen was feeling here

I never wanted to hug a homie more than when Aiden said: "I can see that no one believes in me, but me." I shed a tear, because I've been there. I've been up in pools and immediately double-elim'd when the bracket gets cooking. I was at the headspace when I told everyone I was going to culinary school. The amount of times I've felt like that are nearly unquantifiable - but when you grind it out and get to a summit where you you can see all you've achieved, the peak seems to matter less.

@Jesusluvz

Жыл бұрын

Skill and abilities are quantifiable. They were also right about it. So does he continue to try and grow? Or does he stay at that level and cry about it? How does one respond?

@zekeeynon8530

Жыл бұрын

​@@Jesusluvz does it not occur to you that someone can try and grow while also having emotions about things

Top moment in Yard history for sure

4:29 "I'd put you in my top 3, every time." "You put me 3rd, though." I remember this moment standing out to me during the podcast as a super real moment that put a statement to something I think a lot of people feel with their friends, from both Anthony and Aiden's perspectives. I've been where Slime is, seeing a friend of mine try so hard at something and trying to encourage them and coming off the wrong way, and I've been where Aiden is, trying so hard and knowing your friends don't think you can be as good as you want to be, as well-meaning as they are

The fact that nick is wearing what he is, while Aidan is bearing his soul is wild. It’s inappropriate, totally on brand, and hilarious haha

Really appreciate seeing how much Aiden cares, and how invested he is in proving himself

@centra_syhr2395

3 ай бұрын

Bruh, he’s playing smash. They should be starting to quit and step back.

@bopboploc490

2 ай бұрын

@@centra_syhr2395why

@bopboploc490

2 ай бұрын

@@centra_syhr2395why

Genuinely, seeing this made my existence so much more validated. The same week Aimen said this, my boxing team had cut me from the regional tryouts, and I couldn’t help but feel so worthless. Seeing Aimen get in front of thousands and airing those same feelings, without a shred of dishonesty or regret, it made me feel like I wasn’t a failure. Thank you Aimen gamin’.

The subway surfer addition at 8:02 sent my sides into orbit when i first wathed this

Real little brother dreams of beating older brother, but then older brother moves away or retires energy. Touching and sweet to see the guys be so supportive. I don't play competitive pvp games all that much. But Ludwigs elden ring playthrough series really taught me how to better manage gamer rage. Sometimes , you have to step back and laugh at yourself and accept and know your own weaknesses. Not to say Aimen is wrong to focus on competitive play. I am impressed by and look up to all of their maturity in the gaming space, which is pretty rare.

When he talked about Nick constantly being better at him then all the games they play it really hit. It’s really just the disappointment in yourself that hurts so much that you want to get better

I relate to the feeling of losing being so devestating, also loved the honesty and vulnerability being kept in. Normalizes this stuff a bit

We all feel intense passion for things and sometimes its hard when we fail cause it disappoints us we couldn't do better It's awesome to hear Aiden be this open about his loss and the emotions he's going through

@Pan_done

Жыл бұрын

This I’ve felt emotionally devastated in the past for not meeting expectations I set myself but it’s good to express how you feel because it’s ok to fail.

THIS is why video games are a valid form of expression and can be a source of passion. Seeing Aiden go through it here is so validating for others trying to progress in Melee (or in anything really).

I went to a YGO tournament recently and despite having a good event I felt this wave of sadness hit me after and I remembered this moment from the pod, and what Aiden was describing going through mentally with Smash really resonated with me in that moment. Feels cringe leaving a YT comment about it but if Aiden ever does read this you're a real one and I'm thankful for you sharing this moment and giving me perspective on my own situation.

im glad they let aiden process his vulnerability. i only hope people don’t diminish it because it’s in the context of melee. respect and love these guys 💜

I lost it when the editor added subway surfers omg

It was amazing to see how caring and empathetic everyone is. And good on you guys for posting it.

I resonated with this so much, thanks for this. Its a lonely feeling- taking something a bit more seriously and not performing to your expectations. I also get when someone who you viewed as a benchmark stops taking it as seriously. You feel like you blew your shot, and i know, like you mentioned, in the long run it wont matter. But in the moment i do think it is something worth mourning.

i've never related more to someone talking about competing than aiden here. n see that no one believes in me, but me" hit me so hard. competing in something you are so passionate about is a beautiful thing that takes so much out of you, it drains you, but ultimately i think it's worth it. constantly striving to improve and feel mastery in something is something i have always wanted.

I fucking love Aiden

I feel really bad for Nick. Nothing wrong at all with Aiden's feelings but it must have been difficult for Nick to hear that he's been indirectly having an effect on Aiden's self esteem

@DJ_Pyrodox

Жыл бұрын

He also must have felt like a douche at that moment as well cause here's Aiden baring his heartache and here's Nick wearing a grandiose Crown and Cloak

@nickstopic7421

Жыл бұрын

I don't think nick took it personally because he's aiden's friend and aiden made it very clear that it's not nick's fault and that it's more about his own expectations about himself which are valid. i think he made it very clear that it wasn't ABOUT nick but just had to do with how he viewed his own progression in melee and his own feelings of self worth rather than being mad at nick for being able to improve quickly at a game

@RavenLovesArt

Жыл бұрын

@@nickstopic7421 "indirectly had an effect" doesn't contradict what you've said imo. Even if nick made the conscious decision to not take it personally, no one would like hearing their friend talk about how sad they are that they'll never beat you and how depressed it makes them

Emotion vulnerability in men is rare to see online and is so important to show that it is acceptable, thank you guys.

Thank you for being genuine.

Inbetween all the laughs, bits, gags, and more, these moments really hit you like a tidal wave.

This is honestly one of my favourite the yard moments you can tell the boys are just such good friends and that’s so important to me!

The csgo surf insert was insane

Fuck I need some friends man

@Jesusluvz

Жыл бұрын

You’re not alone in that, friend.

Commenting on this feels weird bc it’s such a personal moment, but I think this is worth saying and is more directed towards people watching and not the yard boys. This is such a good moment of not only vulnerability and emotional maturity, but also a great example of genuine support between men. I think on the grand scale that this whole dialogue and level of openness and support between guys is still not that common, or at least not here in the states. So it’s really nice to not only see this kind of friendship but also that it is on a podcast that so many young people watch

It's so lovely when boys are vulnerable!!! The world is healing

Hopefully this clip deters anymore strange comments about the group being silly towards Aimen cause they easily could’ve just shut him down mid conversation and moved on with another topic but decided to let him speak thoroughly and give him advice. A very humble moment on The Yard!

Aimen you’re my favourite yard ❤ Hope you’re okay, bud.

I love that you added your own video game play

I respect this so much for everyone involved

This was the moment, even above all the hilarious comedic moments, that made this become my favorite podcast and it made me love Aimen McGamin' even more

As someone who competed in Melee for a long time, to moderate but ultimately negligible local/statewide success, this really hits home

Who came here after Lud told the story how it was his idea to add the Subway Surfer video to this LMAO

@brilliantsuper_1515

Жыл бұрын

literally me

@selene6.238

Жыл бұрын

yep

Love you big aimen

Empathy got me emotional and stuff. U got this Aimen! o7

real homies let homies be emotionally vulnerable with each other.

Im so sad for being late for this, but Aiden is so real for this!

Aimen Gamin 💜

I love how they just allow him to be emotional and let him speak his shit

Loved the subway servers

very cool!

Aimen losing to stadium transformations twice is crazy LMAO

hooooly the subway surfers and cs kitsune im gonna lose my mind

This is like the Sakuma vs Smile game from ping pong (except aiden and nick are close friends)

okay... 9:50 is the realest thing ive ever heard on this podcast. wow...

I love how supportive they were when he got emotional and didn’t put him down especially when it’s a group of guys

@maxblake4376

3 ай бұрын

Then the subway surfer clip and the csgo surfing clip made me laugh so hard

I kinda wish they released an episode with non-stop subway surfers content

Luds immediate response being to say i love you is really nice. These are good fellas man

This video hits so hard. Me and my long time best friend have the same thing. I’m not terrible at any of the games and I can usually do pretty decent but he’s always just slightly better than me

Lmfao with the subway surfers and csgo surfing.

8:10 good one💀

I read alien gets emotional at first...

I love this because he only needs to be understood and listened to. Edit: aint no way you hit me with subway surfers and csgo

Thats based as fuck. I love Aimen Gamin

mayhaps aimen is not so cringe after all

Honestly. I felt the same thing Aiden did but for Halo, only I just stopped trying to compete and went back to a prior halo I enjoy

ayyy exexgirlfriend shoutout

the link in the description doesn't seem to be the right VOD, is this from a premo?

@AdapG

14 күн бұрын

episode 80

@isaiahhurt5826

14 күн бұрын

@@AdapGyou are a true blue hero

7:37

Maybe… aiden isn’t cringe

which episode is this clip from?

@AdapG

14 күн бұрын

episode 80

i've never felt more parasocial

so confused at 8:21 with the random gameplay; reminds me of the adhd zoomer tiktoks

@j4agrande902

10 ай бұрын

Dats da joooooooke

@swiftkaratechop10

9 ай бұрын

Ludwig mentions somewhere it was an idea he had

What was that weird game on game split screen edit midway? Weird AF. 8:03

@peritdincer5880

Жыл бұрын

Parody of commentary videos with Subway surfers/surf maps in the background me thinks

@furlz

Жыл бұрын

Levity in a tough moment. Expert move from Archie.

from stweam (stream but dumbahh baby saying it)

@Mirtual

Жыл бұрын

Seek help

No one said he would win it, and he didn’t.

@Tonyboy8055

Жыл бұрын

Bad take, you sound childish

@Jesusluvz

Жыл бұрын

@@Tonyboy8055 nah, childish is crying over a video game.

@noahmay7708

Жыл бұрын

Like they said. It's not about the tourney, it's not even really about the game. It's about the pain of not living up to your own expectations. Very relatable me thinks.

@yumbream

Жыл бұрын

My brother in Christ, watch Ping Pong the Animation.

@alexantone5532

Жыл бұрын

@@noahmay7708 I’d assume it’s not even not winning, but it’s not showing that you have the capability to win in the set

8:10 bros setting up the TikTok Clip