History TearJerker / GameGrumps

* Gundham's execution in Part 55 of their VisualNovel/Danganronpa2 playthrough[[note]]aptly titled, "Dan cries this episode"[[/note]] made Dan ''actually'' cry. He was already upset seeing it play out, but it wasn't until the sight of the spirits of Gundham's past pets descending from the sky to carry him off to heaven that the tears began to fall. And Gundham was Dan's favorite character in the game.

** What makes it worse is that Arin managed to trick Danny into gushing about Agro right before her death.

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* Gundham's execution in Part 55 of their VisualNovel/Danganronpa2 playthrough [[note]]aptly titled, "Dan cries this episode"[[/note]] made Dan ''actually'' cry. He was already upset seeing it play out, but it wasn't until the sight of the spirits of Gundham's past pets descending from the sky to carry him off to heaven that the tears began to fall. Considering that Gundham was Dan's favorite character in the game, this is doubly sad.
--> '''Dan:''' Allie [[note]]their producer[[/note]], can you confirm that my eyes are filled with tears right now?\\

* Gundham's execution in Part 55 of their Danganronpa 2 playthrough [[note]]aptly titled, "Dan cries this episode"[[/note]] made Dan ''actually'' cry. He was already upset seeing it play out, but it wasn't until the sight of the spirits of Gundham's past pets descending from the sky to carry him off to heaven that the tears began to fall. Considering that Gundham was Dan's favorite character in the game, this is doubly sad.

Even a series as [[Funny/GameGrumps quirky and hilarious]] as ''Game Grumps'' has its [[TearJerker sad moments]], for reasons both inside and outside of video games.

!!Meta
* Creator/MontyOum's passing. Both [[http://egofaptor.tumblr.com/post/109935479534/monty Arin]] and [[http://rubberninja.tumblr.com/post/109929810190/rip-monty-oum-june-22-1981-february-1-2015 Ross]] made incredibly touching and provocative posts to honor the spirit of one of their best friends and the hardest-working man that either of them have known.
** Even worse when you consider something that happened during the Steam Train panel at Magfest 14. Ross receives a phone call coming from Monty's phone, which he ignores. It was Monty's wife trying to tell him about his coma. One could only imagine what would've happened if Ross actually answered the phone; who knows if Ross would've continued the panel if he heard the news right then and there.
* The reveal that Kevin has formally left the channel to pursue a career cutting trailers. Danny and Arin say it was amicable and they wish him the best in his new endeavors, but it's still sad to see him go.
* The podcast Before the Grumps can be a big tearjerker depending on how you see it. All six Grumps had to deal with their own trials which are both heartbreaking and inspiring.
** Dan struggled to live up to his family's name (his grandpa was a Holocaust survivor and created the hospital suction cups that saved millions) and was forced to do something besides music in college and the stress from that took a physical toll on him. After that he was in his first band, The Northern Hues, but they broke up because of personality clashes and his next band, Skyhill, which was the band where he was like "See, dad? I can be successful" also broke up because their only album wasn't financially successful given the issues the music industry was dealing with at the time.
** Brian's story isn't too sad, but the saddest part was when he got his professorship in London which at that time left Ninja Sex Party's future in doubt. Brian even cried to Dan when he told him he got the job because he was so worried about their band's future now that he would be on the other side of the Atlantic. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp3gROAUZF0&t=40m14s Another tearjerker]] was when Brian came to visit Dan and Dan simply asked him, "So, can you tell me why you're here again?".
** Ross' story about struggling with ADHD and living in Perth is pretty heartbreaking, especially for people who've been struggling with ADHD.
** Barry's story about constantly being sick as a teenager.
** Suzy's story about her abusive boyfriend.
** But the saddest of all the stories is Arin's. Here's a recap: Arin was bullied in school, he dropped out of high school, even though he was successful on Newgrounds the site was just as toxic as it was encouraging which can really mess with you as a teenager, he was barely paid for his shorts on ''The G-Hole'', and he was living in his friend's living room and could barely keep up with the rent which caused strained relationships. Luckily, things took a turn for the better when he put out "Awesome Reach" on Website/YouTube and got not only loads of views but also loads of money (to the point of even going out and buying a car).
* During a live show, [[http://royaldickweed.tumblr.com/post/151591408663/arin-discussing-jon-leaving-the-show Arin discussed Jon's departure]]. While full of Heartwarming as Arin still says he and Jon are friends and even says he loves Jon, it is saddening to hear Arin admit he ''was'' a bit angry at Jon leaving Game Grumps, even wondering [[BreakTheCutie if he was a bad friend to drive Jon away]]. He even ''admits he had to go to therapy'' due to the fact he felt he was a factor in Jon's departure (which ''isn't'' the case).
* After five years of being an integral part of ''Game Grumps'', Barry announces his departure [[https://twitter.com/razzadoop/status/943992071949451264 on Twitter.]]
* On September 19th, 2018, 10 days shy of their 6th anniversary, [[https://twitter.com/RubberNinja/status/1042478063936651264 Ross]] and [[https://twitter.com/HollyConrad/status/1042477792170991617 Holly]] announced that, due to conflicting preference of lifestyle, they would be splitting up.
** It goes into ''dark'' HarsherInHindsight when it was revealed that afterwards, Holly and [[WebVideo/ProJared Jared]] had an affair behind his wife's back, with the implication ''that'' is why Ross and Holly divorced. Keep in mind Ross was ''friends'' with Jared. Which would explain why the [=ProJared=] episodes were removed from the channel.
* In October 2018, the annual Halloween series called Ghoul Grumps only lasted a single episode, where in previous years it was a week's worth of episodes. This resulted in some excessively harsh backlash from people, who even used the comment section of Music/NinjaSexParty's [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J37s_u4UBQQ newest music video]] to complain. Arin humbly and sorrowfully apologized for these events in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OaGs5c9FOM "A Message About Ghoul Grumps"]]. He explained that he was sick at the time (and still was during the recording of the video), and that planning for Ghoul Grumps was one of many things that were greatly stressing him. Despite this, he blamed himself, saying that what he feared most was that people would be believe [[ArtistDisillusionment he no longer cared about Game Grumps]]. He also feared that his so-called mistake was harming Dan's image and career, due to the pestering being taken to Ninja Sex Party's channel. This video is a poignant reminder of Arin's chronic anxiety issues (not helped by the constant ridicule and harassment he gets online), as well a bittersweet reminder of his occasionally self-detrimental insistence on putting the well-being of others before himself.
* Danny and Brian had apparently intended on including "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'" by Michael Jackson on the third NSP covers album, even filming a video for it. After the "Leaving Neverland" documentary was released though, they mutually agreed it was best not to release the song or the video when the album eventually drops. [[BrokenPedestal Danny and Arin then have a sobering discussion on how hard it is to reconcile Jackson's real life actions with how great his music was and how much good it did]].
* In late August 2019, Ross [[https://twitter.com/RubberNinja/status/1167605589628768256 announced via Twitter that his mother has been diagnosed with cancer]]. In [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3SJgDdadpI subsequent update video]] he uploaded on his channel, he looks very saddened by the news, as he is struggling to speak. He also announced he would visit his family in Australia regularly throughout the upcoming year. Since he started to stream regularly at that time, he lampshades that it's a very bad timing and that he could be less entertaining because of the situation.

** Agro's death. Danny is "so sadmad right now."

** At least until it turns out [[spoiler: he's a pedophile.]]

** [[spoiler: Agro's death.]] Danny is "so sadmad right now."
** Not helped when he reflexively [[spoiler: whistles for Agro after defeating a Colossus... and she's not there.]] Danny accidentally [[MadeMyselfSad makes himself sad.]]
** What makes it worse is that Arin managed to trick Danny into [[spoiler: gushing about Agro right before her death]].

** And when he ''finally'' partners up with her, [[spoiler:[[ShootTheShaggyDog all of Zack Island goes up in flames, taking practically everyone with it, according to the Grumps]].]]

* Ross and Dan are genuinely utterly CRUSHED when [[spoiler:Achaka dies]] in ''VideoGame/KingsQuest2015''. Apparently it hit them so hard that it took them ''thirty minutes'' to recompose themselves and continue recording.

* Barry and Ross sounding genuinely heartbroken and feeling sorry for [[spoiler: Asriel]] in the GoldenEnding of VideoGame/{{Undertale}}.
* Two words: '''[[spoiler:[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnhugktXjb8 Genocide Run.]]]]'''
** [[spoiler: Each episode gets worse and worse, as Barry and Ross become more emotionally distressed at having to kill every monster they'd previously befriended. So far, the worst is when they have to kill the Greater Dog, and they ''immediately'' end the episode afterwards because it's too much for them to take.]]
** [[spoiler: [[https://youtu.be/Fysul9s2LzI?t=8m56s They finally make it to Papyrus, the first big hurdle of the Genocide run]]. Ross is already clearly upset, even while doing his Papyrus impression, but when it becomes clear Papyrus isn't even going to fight back, Ross ''leaves the room''. Even Barry, who had been reveling in the Genocide run in a "I like that it makes me feel so awful" way is clearly beyond words. The episode ends with Barry giving two depressed coughs in the mic as you can hear Ross leave, slamming the door behind him.]]
*** [[spoiler: The worst part is Ross' short yell of anguish as Papyrus is cut down and dissolves into dust.]]
*** [[spoiler: When Ross gets back, its clear in his voice he's choking up and crying.]]
*** [[spoiler: [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27ZeYmpnC3Y And after that, we've got 10 seconds of stunned silence on the next episode after this.]]]]
** Not even defeating [[spoiler: Undyne]] after so many attempts alleviates their mood. After a brief moment to celebrate defeating that boss, Barry immediately says he feels like 'a piece of shit' for [[spoiler: killing her.]]

* In their VisualNovel/DokiDokiLiteratureClub playthrough, upon realizing that [[spoiler:Sayori has had depression her whole life]], they immediately feel sorry for her and Danny even regrets giving her such a silly voice for such a dramatic moment.

** Similarly, upon discovering [[spoiler:Yuri's cutting habits]] later in the game, Dan's reaction is a somber "That poor girl..." without nearly as much energy as he usually injects into his commentary.
* The ending to their playthrough of ''A Way Out'', Listening to Dan [[spoiler: being made to face Arin as Leo and losing, meaning that Leo dies,]] you hear Dan actively bad mouth [[spoiler: Vincent killing him.]] It's very rare to hear someone like Dan to hate someone and to hear him like that really shows how much the ending got to him.
** Both Grumps are also pretty upset that the game was putting their friendship to the test by [[spoiler:forcing them to try and kill each other.]]

* In ''Mario 3D World'' Part 18, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7icSMTZ8Bkc&feature=youtu.be&t=8m50s Arin suddenly becomes very quiet and irritated after a blank Miiverse post appears.]] The general consensus is that the Miiverse post [[http://imgur.com/CPyzH7n told the grumps to acknowledge Jontron]] and Barry covered it up. Arin muttering what sounds like "I don't care about him anymore" as well as Jon making a Reddit post [[http://www.reddit.com/r/gamegrumps/comments/1n33qb/a_quick_statement_from_jontron/ denying Arin's claim that he didn't want to be associated with Game Grumps]] adds weight to the rumors that the two had a falling out.
** Just the ''entire'' implication that Jon and Arin had a fall out adds more sadness to the fact that they seemed like such great friends, many fans even considered them ''brothers''. To see so much dishonesty and any lack of information about what happened (which has frustrated fans alike about Jon's abrupt departure from Game Grumps) is basically this. It doesn't help that Arin ''barely'' [[UnPerson acknowledges Jon anymore on the show]], and while understandable due to several reasons to not upset the fanbase, it leaves a heartbreaking feel that Arin doesn't speak about his old friend anymore.
** It was actually disproven that the Miiverse post was a message about Jon, and he didn't actually say 'I don't care about him anymore', but still.
** It makes worse when it's been [[http://www.reddit.com/r/ConspiracyGrumps/comments/2s7ua0/i_found_the_jakey_mii_post_doctoring_100_confirmed/ recently]] [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zj48BtLbgMo proven]] by fans that the Miiverse post ''was in fact censored'' (Just not the one fans thought it was...), making the whole feel of Arin and the other Grumps (except Ross and Dan...) don't want to bother speaking about Jon anymore..
** This post was apparently a violation of a non-disclosure agreement that was in place until a certain time between his departure was up. The last mention of Jon was in the very first episode of Steam Train in the beginning of the derided Hotline Miami playthrough (neither Danny or Ross impressed the viewers much because they hadn't eased into making their videos yet and didn't impress many people with their awkward gameplay), which was set to air before Jon decided to leave and unfortunately got undue flak for airing right after Jon officially left.
** The hard part though is listening to Danny desperately trying to salvage the situation and put Arin back in a good mood.
** Regardless of debates, fans cried tears of joy when [[http://lolitazombie.tumblr.com/post/109055890747/met-my-favorite-two-youtubers-jontron-and this picture regarding Jon and Arin meeting up at Magfest 2015]] puts some tension aside.
*** Makes it even better when Creator/MarcMues confirmed on his Website/{{Facebook}} that [[https://www.facebook.com/muesreviews/posts/10155175310525584 he saw Jon and Arin at a restaurant]].
** In Part 2 of ''Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain'', you can hear a twinge of sadness in Suzy's voice when she compares Hideo Kojima to Creator/MontyOum.
* This one is tears of joy, because in part 109 of their ''VideoGame/PokemonFireRed'' playthrough, they finally, [[UnPerson FINALLY]] mentioned Jon BY NAME. The comments section EXPLODED.

* Danny and Brian had apparently intended on including "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'" by Michael Jackson on the third NSP covers album, even filming a video for it. After the "Finding Neverland" documentary was released though, they mutually agreed it was best not to release the song or the video when the album eventually drops. [[BrokenPedestal Danny and Arin then have a sobering discussion on how hard it is to reconcile Jackson's real life actions with how great his music was and how much good it did]].

!!Videos

** In Part 2 of ''Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain'', you can hear a twinge of sadness in Suzy's voice when she compares Hideo Kojima to 'Creator/MontyOum.

** In Part 2 of ''Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain'', you can hear a twinge of sadness in Suzy's voice when she compares Hideo Kojima to ''Creator/MontyOum.

** In Part 2 of ''Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain'', you can hear a twinge of sadness in Suzy's voice when she compares Hideo Kojima to Monty.

* In October 2018, the annual Halloween series called Ghoul Grumps only lasted a single episode, where in previous years it was a week's worth of episodes. This resulted in some excessively harsh backlash from people, who even used the comment section of Music/NinjaSexParty's [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J37s_u4UBQQ newest music video]] to complain. Arin humbly and sorrowfully apologized for these events in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OaGs5c9FOM "A Message About Ghoul Grumps"]]. He explained that he was sick at the time (and still was during the recording of the video), and that planning for Ghoul Grumps was one of many things that were greatly stressing him. Despite this, he blamed himself, saying that what he feared most was that people would be believe he no longer cared about Game Grumps. He also feared that his so-called mistake was harming Dan's image and career, due to the pestering being taken to Ninja Sex Party's channel. This video is a poignant reminder of Arin's chronic anxiety issues (not helped by the constant ridicule and harassment he gets online), as well a bittersweet reminder of his occasionally self-detrimental insistence on putting the well-being of others before himself.