# MatPat returns to YouTube with new channel

> MatPat and Stephanie launch surprise YouTube channel after 2.5 years away.
- Title: MatPat returns to YouTube with new channel · Dexerto
- Summary: MatPat and Stephanie launch surprise YouTube channel after 2.5 years away. MatPat and Stephanie return to YouTube with a new channel focused on casual…
- Keywords: matpat, stephanie, theory channels, youtube, blumhouse, amanda the adventurer, podcast, Dexerto
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/youtube/matpat-announces-surprise-youtube-return-with-brand-new-channel-3427943
- Author: Dylan Horetski
- Published: 2026-11-12T21:18:55+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: matpat, stephanie, theory channels, youtube, blumhouse, amanda the adventurer, podcast, gaming, sports
## MatPat's YouTube return
MatPat announces surprise return to YouTube after nearly three years away from Theory channels.

> It’s because I missed you, okay?
## New channel plans
MatPat and Stephanie launch channel focused on internet culture, technology, and family conversations.

> It’s back to basics
## No weekly uploads
New channel avoids weekly upload schedule for more authentic conversations.

> This channel is about being here and having real conversations
## Blumhouse partnership
MatPat partners with Blumhouse for film adaptation of Amanda the Adventurer.

> We’ve been working together for nearly a year
## Other projects
MatPat and Stephanie develop musical, podcast for children, and Washington advocacy.

> We went for 13 years almost never missing a weekly upload
## Return message
MatPat says, 'For the first time in 2 and 1/2 YEARS. HELLO, INTERNET. IT’S GREAT TO see you again.'

> For the first time in 2 and 1/2 YEARS. HELLO, INTERNET. IT’S GREAT TO see you again.
## Key takeaway

MatPat and Stephanie return to YouTube with a new channel focused on casual conversations after retiring from Theory channels in 2024.