Magna the Gamer Chef

Hello, everybody! I've been finding more time to record videos recently and have been releasing a lot of content over the last few weeks.

I've been mulling it over in my head, trying to figure out what's working, what's not. But I figured the best thing to do would just be to ask for opinions on the topic, because there's no point in me going in circles in my head about it.

I'm thinking about either adding or focusing on either new content or current content and want to know what you guys would like to watch! Down in the Poll are a few things that I've been split on. Of course, if you enjoy more than one option, please let me know in the comments! I'm always looking to gain some focus and I think making sure I'm leveraging audience wants is the best way to grow!

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

Magna the Gamer Chef

Hello, everybody, and welcome to another poll! I've been working on doing better edits in these last few videos, and hopefully, the work has paid off. While I can stare at the analytics all day long, I figured I'd be best to just get a direct response from those watching the videos and are subscribed to the channel.

I would love to know: Should I go back to the raw cut-and-publish style that I started the channel off with, or have the highlights at the beginning been keeping you guys engaged in the content? Are they adding any value to the videos or was it just better to dive into the content at hand? Let me know! I'd love to hear from the community, what recommendations or insights you have!

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

Magna the Gamer Chef

I've been tangling with this for a while now, and want to get some feelers out there for how everyone feels about the content on this channel. I've recently did a pretty massive undertaking during the Steam NextFest to record a bunch of demos I wanted to check out and have kind of kept that momentum going with 2 videos daily.

Unfortunately, I burnt myself out a bit on the overall workload and have fallen behind.

A few questions for the community:

Did you guys enjoy seeing 2 videos a day from this channel? It's a lot, but a lot of them were always on the "shorter" end of about 30 minutes. I have a tendency to overdo it on passion projects, and have wanted to keep that momentum going, but maybe two videos a day is way too much, especially on the consumption end of it.

I've been testing out using VidIQ's thumbnail generator to help me improve my thumbnails. I've been told that a lot of my thumbnails are boring / not clickable, and wanted to up the game. I also want to believe using the thumbnail generator with a mock-up basic thumbnail will help me get more clicks, but what do you guys think? Should I completely forgo AI? Have the thumbnails I've been making adequate for what they do? Or have you preferred seeing the AI generated thumbnails?

Last thing is about overall content. I recently completed a recording for another The Full Course that I even did some minor editing in to add a "hook" to the beginning of it. It didn't take long, but the length of time dedicated to recording this and then trying to do the barebones editing was substainal. Should I remain in The First Bite lane or diversify the content with The Full Course and more content? Should i up my editing game to include more edits at the beginnig to create "hooks" or is just "diving right in" the style that you guys have liked best?

I really am passionate about working this YouTube channel, I just need some insight on whether I'm doing things that the community likes, or if there's anything that I can do to improve as a creator that you would like to see! I can't promise I'll be able to implement everything, but some opinions will definitely push me in the right direction and I feel I'll grow from some honest feedback. I'd prefer if the feedback was at least constructive, and not just "delete the channel, bro."

Let me know what you think and as always, thank you for all your support!

3 months ago | [YT] | 1

Magna the Gamer Chef

Hello, everybody! I've recently uploaded a video from a HORROR Roguelike Bento-Building Puzzle Game, Don't Let It Starve [Demo]. I do intend to complete the game (I'm gonna stream it!) now that the full game has released.

Catch The First Bite here: https://youtu.be/PUeL2Zv4q60

On that note, this was an incredible experience that's very different from any of the other indie games I've done on TFB recently. Would you be interested in more horror content for the channel?

If so, what horror games would you recommend? Are there any interesting indie offerings out on the menu? Let me know!

3 months ago | [YT] | 1

Magna the Gamer Chef

NEW VIDEO UP! https://youtu.be/TPQpGO0cTGU

Hello, everybody! Today's video features a playtest for a deckbuilding roguelike game...that needs more time in the oven. I was more critical of this one than my previous First Bites, but I honestly believe this has room to grow into something much more interesting. It has a good base to work off of, now it just needs that depth of flavor and cooked to the proper temperature!

In tomorrow's video, I created a titan in one of the best survivor games in 2026!

4 months ago | [YT] | 2

Magna the Gamer Chef

NEW Video Alert! https://youtu.be/1PEmhGCwPsI An Autobattler where you build an engine and pray it doesn't break down!

Check out The First Bite playlist and let me know what games you would like to see on the menu next!

On tomorrow's menu, a return to a grimdark sci-fi demon-slaying survivor game where lightning makes everything better!

4 months ago | [YT] | 0

Magna the Gamer Chef

New The First Bite! Check it out here: https://youtu.be/gX2CZnR9pnE

In tomorrow's video, we'll be taking The First Bite out of a PvE Autobattler featuring a hacked service robot!

4 months ago | [YT] | 0

Magna the Gamer Chef

NEW Batomon Showdown Video: https://youtu.be/BsOLEp3ZIHk

Come join me as I attempt to open up a restaurant as a Chef Trainer in Batomon Showdown! Do I have what it takes to succeed in this dangerous game or will I be shut down before I even get started!?

In tomorrow's video, we return to the blizzard-ridden world of a frog who just REALLY wants a flamethrower...

4 months ago | [YT] | 1

Magna the Gamer Chef

NEW The First Bite: https://youtu.be/sfKSKT0MBXQ

Checking out a grimdark Survivor game with PUNCHY sound design and a fantastic meta progression loop that's sure to keep you pushing for that next big drop!

In tomorrow's video, I'm trying to avoid getting my restaurant closed down in Batomon Showdown!

4 months ago | [YT] | 0

Magna the Gamer Chef

NEW Video out now: https://youtu.be/37W_mDk0m3A

I follow up on the found footage horror roguelike, THE SPIRIT LIFT, with an EXPLOSIVE ending!

On tomorrow's menu, a demon slayer descends into a grimdark vision of hell to slay hordes of demons!

4 months ago | [YT] | 0