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Vicki Derp yes they did, how could they talk shit about this guy before the game was even announced? No cameras had even panned to him before that moment.
At first I was excited, and then I caught a glimpse of his face as he was approaching the stage. That is raw emotion right there. This man is still hurting. This really, really was a gracious acceptance.
When you lose your kid, every time you think about them is close to the first pang of grief. My parents are still like that, years after my brother's death. Bring him up and they still weep. It never leaves you.
When a man or woman loses a child, that person loses a part of who they are as a person. And yes he will always be hurting, it's hard not to hurt over a child. Seeing his eyes for a second is enough to be able to see how torn he is. I admire him because despite what happened, he's keeping it together for his other children and spouse and mainly, himself. May things get better for them. And may Joel rest in paradise.
Dude in the Steam live chat people were spamming things like "HIS SON DESERVED TO DIE" like wtf is wrong with people. Sure it doesn't represent the majority but I swear kids who think it's cool or 'edgey' to just hate on everything or anyone being emotional online probably have no social skills in real life...
That should be expected from Twitch. The chat is almost always horrible, and I doubt anyone who wrote anything there would feel any kind of shame. You see, Twitch chat is a culmination of memes, edge lords, teenage angst, children and people who just don't give a fuck, all in one dumbster fire of a chat. I got used to it a long time ago. No one cares since the annonimity of the users is absolute, and people tend to show their worst when they know no one sees them, or knows who they are. That's the reality of the internet. The reallity of people.
“It’s not the story we wanted to tell” That line hurts your soul because you know exactly why he said that. TDC is one of the best story’s you will ever see and it is a heavy tear jerker every damn time.
So tough to think he won an award he never would have wanted to win. He would rather never create That Dragon, Cancer because that would mean Joel was still with us. He deserves everything good in life, God bless him.
I have two children with terminal illness, and I am so happy that games like That Dragon, Cancer are getting recognition. Things like this bring us together amidst our grief. It reminds us that we are not alone.
who the actual fuck thinks it is a great idea to put dubstep right after such a touching speech that, at the very least, deserves its very own solemn moment. WTF Game Awards you did this to Nintendo legend Satoru Iwata during last year's tribute to him.
While I understand what you mean, I think this was kind of a smart move. The speech was truly heartfelt and moving, but there are other awards coming, there's a whole audience on the brink of tears, but there are still some awards to celebrate. Breaking the mood is kind of impolite, but the point of this event is to celebrate, not to mourn.
That, Dragon, Cancer is one of those games that will send you in tears. A true story about a young boy named Joel Green, diagnosed with cancer and he and his family go through an experience of their lives. It's a game about sadness, hope and love. There is no game out there that can create a lot of emotion than this wonderful game on a true story. Each time we watch or play this game, it'll feel like Joel is with us and that he's a part of us.
You haven’t played many video games have you. Especially ones which you play a role in. The Forest is a great example of “Horror Drama”, you’re a father who is looking for his son after surviving a plane crash, towards the end there are many depressing sequences, and just when you think you’ve gotten the happy ending, it just goes dark again. The sequel to The Forest tho, yeah that one ruined my experience with the first one. I won’t say why because it spoils the first one. You should definitely play it. And while true it’s a game based on fiction, a lot of the actions you have to do are pretty realistic and you are left with the question of “Am I doing the right thing”
Also, try the game. It's rather a interactive experience, not a game. But it's important. The reasons could be seen in the way he told the speech. And prepare to cry. A lot.
RIP Joel Evan Green. My dad died of cancer when I was 3, I never got to know him. My family constantly tells me how much I resemble him and I feel like it's somehow my fault. So I resemble with this game in missing somebody and wishing you could know them so much.
I feel a little funny responding three years after the fact, but I wanted to say how sorry I am to hear about your loss. Sometimes the relationships we miss the most are the ones we miss out on. I'm sure your daddy loved you more that you'll ever know. What an awesome thing it is that you get to carry his image with you! I don't know you and didn't know your dad, but I'm sure he'd be so proud to see himself in you. Let me say, too: it was in no way your fault and you have nothing to feel guilty about. That said, your feelings are valid and worth exploring. I wish you the best. Know that you are loved and your life is precious.
Please don't think it's your fault. Think of it as your dad living on through you, and I bet you make him proud every single day with him watching over you.
I didn't know what this game was. Saw the tears on this man's face and had to look it up. Saw the whole game play... 15 min after watching still crying... this game has a great impact on my life and I hope that it has impacted the lives of others either by playing the game or watching the whole game footage... God bless you and keep you.
Hey its AO I saw a few gameplay parts and the end... I m daddy of a 1 year old baby i can't see a lot, but I m not able to "play" this experience... at each first second of a video of That dragon cancer, i begin to cry... I'm not able to do this "game" but it touched my heart throught the videos...I can feel love they had, it is the love i ve for my sweet little baby. It has change me inside to about illness of little children... Parents should never dig a grave for their babies.
@@petitflocon647 funny you make that comment and then utterly fail at making an even slightly comprehensible sentence. If he's smoking pot and speaking like that then you're shooting heroin.
Considering the childish, dickish nature of lurkers and basement-dwellers, I'm shocked that the video has been up for this long and only has 2 'dislikes'.
Although im not religious...I'm endlessly happy that this family found some amount of relief and happiness in their own beliefs and I wish this man and the rest of the family nothing but the best and regardless of belief this game is a eye opening experience all of its own, and I'm greatful this was created
@@Sadaaaafi think they mentioned that they werent religious but still supportive in their comment because a lot of non-christians were actually mad that the game talked heavily about the faith apparently im agnostic more than anything, but it takes a real piece of shit to insult someone for having faith help them in grief from a child dying. as long as you arent using your faith to hurt or control others, no one should have a problem with expressing it
I'm not religious but if anything I found it to be a coping method for the family in some way. At least that's how it was portrayed in the game. Going after others religion is low.
SonOfAKing I agree. It about his son who died of cancer and he made this game to show people the pain it cause for the family because of cancer... And to share awareness of what the effect of cancer
I'm agnostic, but I can't believe people acted that way. Cancer is something that many people of nearly every faith experience. Joel had a very aggressive cancer that is very hard to beat. They are placed in a vulnerable situation where little hope exists. Their faith gave them the strength to cope with the rough time that they were going through as well as the strength to continue their lives after the loss of their son. They were telling THEIR story, and they did so respectfully. They never forced their faith upon others at any point during the game. They never belittled those who didn't believe. They expressed how their faith played a part in their story. I think they executed it beautifully. People are harsh and cruel these days and really need to stop being so mean.
I dont belive in god but i respect the fact they needed to believe and i understand. But for me, if there was a gid.. he would never let children dies...
Everyone who has seen this game should buy it. He stated that although it's very well known the sales of the game don't reflect that. They are a very small team and I believe this was their first game. Support this great man by buying his game!
The guy went through so much hell, it was so nice to see him win this. He deserved it. His family needed a nice moment and MANY MORE after this horrible events that occurred.
Rewatching this in 2022. Miss the time when this game came out. Watched several playthroughs. Lost my aunt to cancer near the same time. I'm glad I found my way back to this.
2:39 That moment you think to yourself: "Wait, that camera-guy wont really dare to fokus on the chick in the background during such a speech, right?"... and then he fucking does
not only that, just respect the man and his speech, don't even try to expose how sad it is, its just extremely unnecessary... but no, lets make a cheap camera shots to the people in the crowd and the guilt face from the hosts, that would be nice
This father filled his son Joel's short life with so much love, watch the other videos. Joel had loving siblings and every experience his parents could fit in his short time on earth. His Dad was always there for him until the end. I fell in love with Joel's beautiful little face. God Bless
Somehow I just discovered this a couple weeks ago and it literally has me rethinking the entire way I live my life it made certain things seem so trivial
What a beautiful, powerful, and emotional speech! My heart sank to the pit on my stomach. The moment he got on stage and first glanced at the audience, before words were spoken, caused me to forget my surroundings and drop what I was doing. Because at that moment, I could almost feel his emotions radiating 0:30. After the speech, I quickly purchased That Dragon, Caner to support Ryan and his family! If you have a few bucks to spare and want to experience their story and also show support, please do the same.
It's been 4 years. I've still got this game in my mind. It's so strong and impactful. I watched it played and played it at 16. Still at 21 I still hold it. Not everything needs guns and violence. This is what gaming should be. Impactful, honest, and bring out the humanity in us when we need it most.
I enjoyed watching them slowly realize what they had done. You can clearly see the moment something clicks with the chad that maybe grinning and announcing it like they're on the fucking Disney channel was a mistake.
Well, it won an award. Even though it's a sad game, winning an award is a good thing. Should they have been like, "And the winner is... That Dragon... Cancer..." *sad faces* No, that would've made it like it was a bad thing that it won. It deserved the win, and it's a good thing. That's it.
Oh god, totalbiscuit was right, they really needed to actually not smile and get all cheery before announcing the award. Ruins the moment and clearly the dev is reliving some trauma.
How else are you supposed to announce a winning game? It's an awards ceremony, not a funeral. The game was sad but the fact that it won an award is a great thing and deserves to be celebrated.
He truly deserves this award. He put raw emotions and real life experiences into the game to share a story. It creates a different atmosphere for a video game. Joel would be absolutely proud.
The way the hosts yelled out "THAT DRAGON, CANCER" with a big wide smile. I know they were forced to do this but that was the most awkward and non-fitting scene I've seen yet.
This man, what a true and honest man, and I absolutely admire and love him. This man, this beautiful man made thousands of us cry through a simple game, and that’s an achievement that he deserves to be recognised for until the end of time. This man honestly did not deserve to go through the grief that he did, and honestly I hope that through this he is still okay. This world is rough, but I love you all, wherever u are, whenever u read this. I love you
How else are you supposed to announce a winning game? The game was sad but the fact that it won an award is a great thing and deserves to be celebrated.
oh for god sake, every time I think about this game I'm in tears. I see this man and his emotions and I'm in tears. The story he told and the way he told it was incredible. His openness and honesty is admirable.
What a sweet guy. His game still makes me cry to this day. I hope him and his family are doing okay. Joel was such a sweet little thing and we won't forget him.
So many people criticize or demonize video games due to stereotypes. But listening to this man, here, accept an award for the "Games for Impact" category for his game, "That Dragon,Cancer," (which is about his young son's struggle and eventual death from the disease) makes you realize that a "game" often can do the same as any book or movie in stirring your emotions, and in many instances, actually can do MORE because you are there, guiding the story along. You become part of it. Ryan Green, you told a marvelous game. I look forward to playing it for RU-vid, and I will do so in Joel's honor.
This is almost 6yrs old now and it is still reaching ppl it reached me It has me rethinking every aspect of how I live my life what is important and what isn't. I've never ever had something effect me the way this game did . I hold my 5yr old son a little tighter for a little longer now every chance I get . I physically felt the pain as if I were there and it reminded me of how trivial some things are . Thank you for sharing your son with the world and allowing me to feel a small piece of your life .
Thank you for making such an amazing game. My grandpa passed away my Senior year of high school, he had lung cancer, wasn't suppose to make it to December and passed away in October. Cancer is an evil thing, but you created a game where we saw what you had to go through. You deserve this award more then anyone and I'm glad you won. I had found out about your game a couple months ago and then watched your movie, your son had left such an impact in my heart because I have a love for kids, even if I don't physically know them, but he meant a lot to many people and I'm glad he got to live and experience life before he passed. He is now in a better place, no more hurting, and no more cancer.
I kickstarted the game, but never had the strength to play it, having suffered loss of loved ones to this terrible disease, it was too hard, but I'm really proud I could be a small part in helping this beautiful homage to love and loss come to life
Coming back to this I can't help tearing up at the thought that, even though his son will never get to live a life he could have lived if not for cancer, through all of this, he got to have his story told to millions of people.
I have to say I found this very late. I am glad I found it either way. I am proud that the world has fathers on it so willing to share love in a special way no matter who might judge them. At the end of the day it was a gift of love to help move through a lifetime beyond their own. Much respect to a father showing his love for his child.
I didn’t just cry to the game, but he received this award with such honour and gratitude. I can’t empathise enough what these people went through, but I admire their courage to speak up about such a sensitive topic. RIP Joel and congratulations to Ryan and Amy 🥰
The game and story it holds and genuinely always bring a tear to my eye. It’s heartbreaking to hear that a horrible thing could happen to such a young and innocent child.. i hope this man is doing better. All the love still goes to the family ❤❤❤
This game struck a cord very close to home. For I also lost someone to cancer. Stage 3 breast cancer to be exact. I was 1 year and 5 months old when my biological mom passed away. A woman, I dont have any memories of, one who I wish I could meet, just to hear what she sounded like, to see her for myself in person. This game is a beautiful work of art, teaching people hope to cope with loss. He definitely deserved that award, he's earned it, after all he wen through.
I remember watching a walkthrough of this game years ago. It has always been at the back of mind. Suddenly I remembered the title of this game after years, and I'm thankful for that. This game deserves to never be forgotten. Wonderful game, I have absolutely adored it.
I’m rewatching this in 2023 and he still Moves me to tears as if I’m hearing it for the first time…it’s so bittersweet.. and I have no idea what he’s going through because I’ve never gone through it
When I first watched the gameplay through of That Dragon, Cancer I knew exactly what it was about and I genuinely feel for this man his wife, and his beautiful children and the loss they beheld, and it's a loss no one should have to experience and suffering no child or person should have to endure.
