Billy Hudson, best known as one of the faces behind retro gaming YouTube channel The Game Chasers, has died from cancer at 44 years old.
Hudson co-founded The Game Chasers, a YouTube channel dedicated to retro game hunting, collecting, and documenting gaming culture. The series gained a dedicated following for its mix of humor, nostalgia, and camaraderie between Hudson and Jay.
The news was shared by his longtime friend and fellow creator Jay, who posted on social media that Hudson “lost his fight with cancer” on Thursday, September 18. The creator asked for privacy as both Hudson’s family and their YouTube community grieve.
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Billy Hudson dies from cancer
“It’s with a heavy heart and tear-filled eyes that I have to make this post,” Jay said. “This afternoon Billy lost his fight with cancer. A video is being made this weekend with more details. Please don’t ask for additional information. Also, keep in mind that this just happened and the family (YouTube family included) is in a grieving process.
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“I know there’s lots of questions. Please let us have a moment and not slam people you know were is friends with questions. Me included. WE are getting a ton of messages, calls, texts, and it’s overwhelming. Billy loves each and every one of you and appreciates the love and support you’ve given him.”
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Hudson’s death came just weeks after he was diagnosed with a brain tumor in August 2025, prompting him to make a post on the YouTube channel announcing a hiatus from content.