Hello guys, welcome to NetphantomClan! So today, we are diving deep into one of the biggest mysteries in the gaming community—where is ATHENA Gaming? The legendary PUBG Mobile player who once dominated leader boards and stunned us all with his insane skills… has seemingly vanished!
But don’t worry, we’ve done our research, and what we found will shock you! So make sure to watch till the end because the truth is wilder than you think!
For those who don’t know, ATHENA Gaming—real name Serioton—is a South Korean gaming legend known for his mind-blowing sniper shots, clutch moments, and next-level gameplay. But for months now, fans have been wondering… where is he? Why hasn’t he been uploading like before?
Well, let’s break it down.
The fans have been saying that ATHENA might be taking a break due to burnout and mental fatigue—after all, being a top-tier content creator is exhausting! Others believe he could be shifting his career, testing new games, or even preparing for a major comeback. Some also blame YouTube’s algorithm, which has made it harder for gaming creators to reach their audience. Could this have discouraged him from uploading? Or is something bigger going on?
Forget about all the fan speculation—because we have the real answer! If you check ATHENA Gaming’s Instagram post from July 12, 2023, he actually revealed what’s going on. In his own words, he said:
Hello everyone, this is Athena.
I have some unfortunate news to share.
It seems that my videos will be uploaded only until August. I believe many of you will be surprised and disappointed by this sudden change. I very much feel the same way as well.
As I announced last year, I am currently serving as a social service worker.
In South Korea, when men reach adulthood, they are obligated to serve in the military for two years. However, in cases where there are physical issues, they can serve as social service workers instead of active duty soldiers.
In my case, due to a herniated disc that occurred during a long live broadcast in the past, I was assigned to social service duty instead of military service.
While military service prohibits YouTube activities, social service workers, with the “permission of the country,” can engage in activities such as being influencers on platforms like YouTube during their free time.
That’s why I was able to continue YouTube activities for six months after my duty.
I cannot provide detailed information, but I have been notified that I will no longer be able to continue my YouTube activities from mid-August 2023 until September 2024, when my duty obligation ends.
It brings me down that I won’t be able to show my gameplay to all of you for one year. I fear that I might be forgotten by you…
Well, what should I do? I believe I must accept this situation.
With a positive outlook, I plan to make the most of this year by exploring new pursuits.
I will restart the exercise routines that I had previously paused, push myself to obtain certifications in video and photo editing, and dedicate more time to studying English.
During this extended period, I might fade away from your memory, but I promise that whether it’s PUBG MOBILE or any other mobile FPS game, I will come back.
I will make another announcement in my final video in August. 😢
Furthermore, I had previously expressed my intention to begin live streaming. However, I consistently postponed it not due to internet-related problems but because of potential legal complexities. Despite investing time and effort into research, I reached a point where I couldn’t move forward with live broadcasting.
Initially, I was supposed to say my goodbyes in December of last year. Nevertheless, I am overjoyed that I had the chance to extend our time together, sharing, uploading, and enjoying moments with all of you for an additional eight months.
THANK YOU EVERYONE
This confirms everything! So now, the big question is—will ATHENA make a comeback? Or is this the end of an era?One thing is for sure—his impact on the gaming world is unforgettable!
And there you have it—the truth about ATHENA Gaming! What do you guys think? Will he return, or has he moved on? Let us know in the comments! And don’t forget share with your friends See you next video!
