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An Apology to Stonemaier Games (and Goodbye)

In this deeply personal video, Matthew Makak (of Room 51) offers a sincere apology to Stonemaier Games and Jamie Stegmaier following a now-removed review of Vantage—a game he was genuinely excited about for its LGBTQ+ representation. Matthew opens up about his intentions behind the original queer review, how it was misunderstood, and the emotional aftermath of losing a valued professional and personal connection. 💔 This video is not just an apology—it's a raw, unfiltered reflection on: The challenges of being a queer content creator in the board game space Miscommunication and its consequences The weight of internet backlash and mental health strain A difficult decision to step away from Room 51, possibly for good Matthew also touches on the importance of sending review copies to LGBTQ+ reviewers, the pressure of “free game” assumptions, and the need for kindness within the gaming community. 👋 Whether you've followed Room 51 from the Dice Tower days, are part of the LGBTQ+ board gaming community, or just value thoughtful, inclusive commentary—this video is for you. 📌 Last Stream: Sunday, August 24th @ 11 PM EST on Twitch (Room51Live) 📌 Join the Discord Community: Email [email protected] for an invite 🙏 Thank you for your support over the years. This isn’t just a goodbye—it’s a thank you. #BoardGames #QueerContentCreator #VantageBoardGame #StonemaierGames #LGBTQRepresentation #Room51 #BoardGameCommunity #JamieStegmaier #ApologyVideo #ContentCreatorMentalHealth =========================================================== 0:00 Intro 0:05 Apology to Stonemaier 6:50 Cruelty 9:14 An End to Room 51 12:10 Thank You For Being a Roomie Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @ThisIsRoom51 You can check out our Twitch channel at twitch.tv/Room51Live Find us on TikTok @ThisIsRoom51 ========================================================== You can get yourself some Room 51 merch here: https://tinyurl.com/Room51Merch