Game Theory

Game Theory

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Join Game Theory host Tom as he breaks down the real-world science, math, and lore from ALL your favorite video games!

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Game Theory

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Latest episode

Oct 17, 2026

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Episodes

Dandy's World LIED To You 24.04.2026

Dandy’s World LIED! What appeared to me to be an apologetic toon trying to make amends for the mess he made was really a cover up for the deep pain and suffering he caused behind the scenes. And all of these new updates have shown us a LOT more about what’s really going on with the Toons in the Gardenview Center…and of course more LORE

Mario CAN'T Feel Pain? 10.04.2026

For YEARS we may have been fooled by the plumber in red's reaction to pain. Does he actually feel it, or was it all a ruse? Today we find out the true answer!

The TRUE Identity of the Player 27.03.2026

One of the last remaining questions of Poppy Playtime is WHO are we playing as?! Join Game Theory host Tom as he finds out today!

The TWISTED Lore of Reanimal 20.03.2026

In today’s episode, Tom will be putting all the clues together from the animals, to the ending, and diving into ALL the symbolism where the truth shall be revealed…

The Prototype is Their SAVIOR 13.03.2026

We FINALLY know who the Prototype is but… what are his TRUE intentions? What is he really hiding from us? Game Theory host Tom is on the case!

The Console War is OVER 05.03.2026

The Steam Machine is rumored to finally drop THIS year! Will the Steam Machine actually beat some of our heavy hitters like PlayStation and Xbox?

The TRUE Ending of Fallout 26.02.2026

Does the Fallout TV show actually give us the TRUE canon timeline of Fallout? It’s been a while since we’ve covered this franchise and I think this is the perfect time to dive back in!

This IS Poppy's Story 20.02.2026

Since Poppy Playtime burst onto the scene back in 2021, we’ve been working hard trying to figure out the lore of this game. With Chapter 5 finally being here, I figured it would be useful to put all of it into one place so, here is our updated Poppy Playtime Timeline!

Is Hytale the Next Minecraft?! 12.02.2026

Minecraft 2 is here, and it’s called Hytale! Well…it isn’t REALLY Minecraft 2 but it really does improve on a lot of things that Minecraft has lacked over the years. And Game Theory host Tom is here for ALL the lore.

What if THIS Minecraft Mob Existed? 06.02.2026

If just ONE of these votes turned out differently, it wouldn't have just affected that yearly update. It would’ve changed EVERYTHING…

The Prototype Is Poppy? 29.01.2026

I have SOLVED who Poppy Playtime’s Prototype really is…for real this time! Mob released a few new teasers and I noticed one small detail that completely changed my understanding of this franchise's most mysterious character, Experiment 1006, the Prototype.

Did the FNAF 2 Movie FINALLY Solve the Timeline? 16.01.2026

Did the FNAF 2 Movie actually help to solve the game’s timeline? There’s SO much to unpack with this film and I think it actually helps to solve parts of the timeline for good…

Frank is Losing His Mind… 09.01.2026

Did Welcome Home get rid of Frank?! This new update is all focused around Frank and exposing his deepest darkest fears. Unfortunately, his fate may actually be worse than everyone else…

Game Theory: The COMPLETE Lore of Secret of the Mimic 02.01.2026

2025 was a BIG year for FNAF and with the release of Secret of the Mimic, there was a LOT to discuss. We all know how complicated FNAF can be, it’s hard to keep track of all the theories at the best of times. So, I figured I’d give you guys a little gift and package all of our Secret of the Mimic theories up into one convenient little present that you can enjoy. Here is EVERYTHING you need to know...

Game Theory: Oops, Powerwash Simulator 2 Accidentally Ended the World! 26.12.2025

PowerWash Simulator 2 is actually simulating the END of the world. Although powerwashing may look like a harmless and strangely satisfying activity, our little water gun holds the key to our entire planet's destruction…

FNAF, What’s ACTUALLY in the Box? 19.12.2025

What was REALLY in the FNAF 4 Box? It’s a question that has plagued the FNAF community for YEARS since it first appeared in FNAF 4. Last year, Scott finally gave us an answer that didn't really sit well with many fans and has me wondering if there’s maybe something else going on here…

What Everyone Missed About Amanda 3 11.12.2025

The final chapter of Amanda the Adventurer just released and has everyone…a bit confused. There’s still SO many unanswered questions about the franchise and mysteries left to solve. Which of our theories were actually proven right? What did we get wrong? Join Game Theory host Tom for today’s episode!

Your FNAF Theories, SOLVED! 05.12.2025

As always, there are still a TON of questions that need to be answered with this franchise. Who caused the Bite of 83? Why does Monty hate Bonnie? And what does David Afton’s facorite show have to do with the Mimic? Join Game Theory host Tom as he answers ALL your burning questions in today’s episode!

The FINAL Mystery of Poppy Playtime Solved! (Chapter 5) 28.11.2025

Poppy’s Chapter 5 teaser is FINALLY here and there’s many mysteries that it holds for the upcoming chapter. However, I think it can all be solved thanks to…Fortnite? We have MUCH to discuss in today’s episode…

This Pokemon World is DOOMED 20.11.2025

The brand new city in Pokémon ZA is a DANGER to society. The city cares more about its Pokémon than its residents and we’re exposing it ALL in today’s episode…

The LORE of the Minecraft Copper Golem 13.11.2025

The Copper Golem is BACK and it holds another important piece of Minecraft's lore puzzle. They aren’t just cute little organisers, they were actually designed for a bigger purpose…

Let's Plays are Dead...But Why? 06.11.2025

Are “Let’s Play’s” actually OVER? A format that once DEFINED YouTube in the mid 2010s has now become less relevant and successful on the platform. How and WHY did this happen? In today’s episode, join Game Theory Host Tom as he wants to explore the history of the genre and if there's anything we can do to save it…

Poké Balls Are KILLING Pokémon?! 30.10.2025

Pokeballs are a DEATH TRAP! Join Game Theory host Tom as he explains how these cute little balls designed to capture our beloved Pokemon will be the last thing our little “friends” see before they DIE…

Is Silksong ACTUALLY Too Hard? 23.10.2025

After 8 and a half years of waiting, Hollow Knight: Silksong is FINALLY here! However, people feel that the game’s difficulty is WAY too hard and honestly…I have to agree. But, there’s Join Game Theory Host Tom in today’s episode, to explore how Hornet ties into the deeper lore of this game and figuring out where things could go in the future!

Was I WRONG About Secret of the Mimic? 16.10.2025

Was I WRONG about FNAF Secret of the Mimic? Game Theory Host Tom spent months going over tiny details, analysing everything frame by frame trying to solve this game, but he wasn’t alone. There were two other theorists who brought their own solutions! Are they right or was he wrong? Let’s find out in today’s episode!

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