“quitters never win, winners never quit” -Pontypants

Woah, thats a big move. Only time will tell wether it was for better or worse

Do sponsors , we will support you no matter what

Nice work man, we need more “I quit my job” success stories. We’re counting on you!

“Where back in business baby!” - Pontypants

+respect for doing something you care about. Also, streaming game development is actually fun to watch. It can also get you instant help from the live chat.

In that case make every second count don't play around, pun intended.

You sacrificed your job for your indie game, so brave, im so proud of you Pontypants!

That's it, this is the push i needed. I am writting a book but I always was thinking how amazing it would be if it were a game. I was like: "dude, that's pointless, it would cost you years and years for nothing, just write and forget silly ideas". Then I found your channel and start watching your videos. I thought you was working in new ideas for the combat system after youre last video. Imagine my face when i saw the tittle of this one, I was shocked. You really inspired me and now i am in the long journey of learn C#, after that i will move to UE. I can't do too much for you, but i promise i will keep an eye in your channel and definitely play Punch A Bunch when it get released. Thank you so much and hope you are doing great!

Good job buddy now you have full time working on the game (and boxing)

Major respect, dude! No risk, no reward. You're definitely an inspiration to us indie devs. Best of luck to you! :D

I wish you and your wife the best going forward with this new journey.

When you say "too risky" I never know How risky it is but after watching till the end, you left my jaw dropped. That definitely a risky move but you took it, I can't do a lot for you but I can support you by watching your great videos, like it instantly, and commenting on the video. So you keep fighting, FIGHT WITH YOUR BLOOD, TEARS, SWEAT, AND HARDWORK, and I tell you this sir ponty I WILL ALWAYS SUPPORT YOU

This videos flow and pace is so good, i feel like it's going to blow up soon.

I’m not going to go into details. But thank you. This video has inspired me to do some thing I’ve been putting off for months. I’ll edit this comment in a few months or so

0:27 are those some of the movies you worked on? If so, well well well done!!!

Whether it is smart or not idk, but I support your decision and hope you can make this work :D

stream games as well, also streamin game developement is fun.

Listen man this was so inspirational to me I have a dream and everyone says I can’t do it and I think the exact same thing, it hurts like really hurts, but I’m still never gonna give up everytime I think of my dream a fire burns into my chest and it makes me super happy...so here’s my proposition! Since you’re working so hard towards your dream I’m going to do the same and I won’t give up until you do! Btw this goes for everyone with a dream that reads this comment!! I challenge all to do what you love! So don’t fail me because I’m not going to fail you!

I drive by that paper factory when going too my family in-laws, and I can tell you, it still stinks, literary :P on a serious note though, keep up the good work, and its awesome to see you commit to this, lycka till förfan!

Pontypants: *says gumenasai* Me: "I sense a man of culture"

Punch a Bunch is going to be sick!, cant wait to play it with my wife at home!. This is a journey im looking to pursue soon!. love your channel!

This motivation is just what I needed. I was suicidal for the last 7 months and didn't know what I am going to do whit my life, everything failed and wasn't working out. I understood some things from your video, and as a matter of fact, I have started to learn unreal engine (i am a programmer) but I don't see myself going in that way. I will start my business as I wanted to and see where it take me!

Hey Ponty! You inspired me to start my GameDev journey (DevLogs included) at the start of the covid-times when I was out of work. I'm also using UE4 and I have to say - this is one of the most satisfying journeys I've begun and I'm committed to seeing my project through to the end! Thanks as always for your great videos, and best of luck to you.

“Don’t play it safe” now that my friend, is some life advice

Hey Ponty, Just leaving this comment to say thank you. A year ago 'roughly' around now. I watched this video, I worked at a Internet company, slowly climbing ladders the works of a normal company job. after hearing many people talk about their prior lives before diving in and then hearing your own story, i decided to jump ship on my crappy internet company job, this year was incredibly hard but there was no moving forward in the comfort zone. Even though I lost my dog, all money and had to take up so many random part time jobs and side gigs I could find to stay afloat I finally managed to get a job in the video game industry, a thing I have wanted to do since I was a child, In my city they are pretty damn rare and I wanted to say thanks, without your motivation I doubt i would have jumped ship on that internet job a year ago, and even though it has been one of the most uncomfortable, damn hard and punishing years, a year later I finally am a video game artist that I can say proudly. Thanks for the push Ponty! your awesome.

That he was a professional makes his efforts so much less impressive. What a guy.

Epic; so excited to see what’s next! So awesome

There's only one rule when it comes to streaming: *start streaming.* You'll adjust as you go. I mean, you already spend hours in front of your computer. You might as well monetize that time.

A very brave step but I am excited for upcoming videos cuz they will probably become better I will support tho

Really looking forward to seeing your work, good luck!

Really got me thinking. Goodluck and i will be following along.

This was sooo inspiring and eye-opening!

good luck!

I really needed this. Thank you for sharing your story 🙏🏾

Great video! You gave me so much happiness and hope for the future

With live streaming, it's less about the gamedev and more about your personality. Its more of just chatting, I think your streams would be very entertaining.

I came here to look at something while eating my sandwich and ended up rethinking my entire life lol

Good luck Mr.Pants, will be rooting for you all the way, you've got this!!!!!!!

Looking forward to following your journey man, respect!

This video has completely changed me. The part about being in the comfort zone hit me hard because I finally realized that was exactly what I was doing. I never even bothered applying to other jobs because I've had something really convenient and cozy, but after hearing you I suddenly realized that this is not even what I really want to do. I've just been doing it because it's simple and stable. I've had lots of dreams for projects I've wanted to do on my own and more complex jobs to transition into, but this comfort has made me lazy. I've had lots of free time to work on them too, but I never did because I thought "why even bother trying to do something else when I have this comfortable job where I don't have to change or try to learn something new." This doesn't mean I'm going to quit, and I don't think you have to quit to do this (although I have mad respect for people like you who do), but this video has made me realize that I actually need to start striving for more. My desires for exploring new areas have arrived, and I feel like I'm back in the discomfort zone. I no longer feel satisfied with what I have and I've started to work hard every day after my job at 5, and eventually I know I'll be able to transition to a position I really want, or even better, start my own successful venture. Thank you for making this video!

Finally, a game developer that really and clearly explained "why they quit their job" story.

You are doing great!! You have our support! keep it up!

Awesome man! Well done, keen to see more 😁

I never would have thought Pontypants would be the best motivational speaker I’ve heard from!

Incredibly inspiring, especially for people who aspire to filmmake (like me). I think I'm going to start a yt channel.

Wow. That's awesome, keep doing what you love!

I wish you all the best ponty! Godspeed!

Ayy wassup. I love your vids 😄Keep Grinding! I recommended your channel to all my friends! 😃

You got this man one day you'll look back and say, man I'm happy I did that

Good luck with your game and in all your future endeavors!

This is awesome! Congrats!

Damn, this is so inspiring. Can't wait to get a PC and play around with ue4.

Nice vid

You're insane for trying this. I LOVE IT. Ill make sure to watch your videos because I like the content you make!

All the best on this journey!

I can tell this is good

You should try looking at Ryan layley games, he makes tutorials I personally follow

I will definitely continue watching your videos. Keep it up. Respect

Very inspirational! Wishing all the best to you Ponty!

"quitters have a dream, the rest is dreamless" -pontypants

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You have our entire support sir and Godspeed on your endeavour. You are an inspiration for many if you haven't noticed yet.

Huuuuge props to you man. Been following the channel since you started the game, and I'm excited for what's in store for you going forward!

YOU QUIT THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD TO BECOME A FULL TIME GAME DEVELOPER! So worth it

Well, lots of people who played it "safe" kinda don't have a job because of the pandemy. So that's a good moral.

love what you do dude, keep it going! Taking a lot of inspiration from your journey

Thanks!! This video was really helpful!! I've been on procrastination zone for weeks and your channel helped me to work on my games. You are a legend!

and then your game flops and you have only a box of crackers to your name

Congrats on the decision. Good luck and will continue to watch you going! You have done very good so far!

You're awesome. We love you. Keep going.

Keep chasing dreams Pontypants! You rock 💪

Thank you for this video, Loved it ❤️❤️

Man you're crazy! Crazy brave! Good luck and thanks for the inspiration

Inspiring video I think I needed this. Great motivation and inspiration to keep me learning. Truly thankful I found your channel.

Good luck man!

Very good words. You will do great stuff kompis :)

Every single word is so true. Thanks for the video

Thank you for making this video and motivating me

Lots of respect man, been here since the first devlog! Love ur stuff

Thank you some much for the video, I really need this!

This guy is really intertaining definitely love his content been watching for a couple days now definitely one of my new favorites to tune into

This great man! Keep it up

Awesome man keep it up!

good luck mate!

That's a big step in your game dev career, I like that! I wish you the best for what's coming. Love your videos.

Thanks so much for this update video! The pointers and they way you explained things made me realize what I want in life and that I shouldn’t “play the safe route”

So proud man, the thing about progress outside the comfort zone is great, thanks for the inspiration, man. Keep up the good work!

Epic dude, your story motivated me to continue working on games.

Ah I just wish you the very best. You both deserve some success out of all this. Great to watch. Keep the videos as they are 👍

Fully support this, I will watch every video from here on out all the way thru. love watching your journey!

Lets goooooo. I'm super excited for you.

Wow, what a power move. You have to be super brave to do that. I’ll support you the best I can no matter what happens!

I'm really excited for the future of Punch a Bunch! Good luck man!

What an inspiration! Thanks a lot for this insightful and imo healthy information!

100 % with you man! Good luck with this new adventure, I'm sure you're gonna crush it!

Goodluck man

This was a REALLY well made vid ! I'm following even closer now !

No matter what you do your fans will support you. Good job 👍

I was here supporting when you started. I'm also chasing my dream. Good luck man. I'll pray for you man!