Been a long time, I think the 8800GTS was my first card, and I've had cards from every series since, usually multiple from each series. Really bummed out to see this happen, but after watching GamersNexus
video again in full just now, I can understand it somewhat... even though my own selfish desires want EVGA to suck it up and keep moving forward with NVidia, lol.
Steve (GN) is correct in saying that if EVGA wants to get back into the GPU market, it needs to be soon though - 4 years down the line isn't going to cut it. Unfortunately, at this point, EVGA seems pretty adamant that they are done with it, and have no plans for an AMD or Intel GPU partnership.
I've had a couple of AMD cards (way back when it was ATI) but I've never been a big fan, however I'll consider trying an AMD GPU over NVidia in future based on principal, assuming the performance is reasonably competitive. At this point, I see myself sticking with my 3090Ti for maybe a few years at least.
I was unhappy with this announcement from EVGA, but now I'm more p'ed off with NVidia because their actions led to EVGA's decision. I'm sad but at the same time kind of proud EVGA refused to compromise their standards. Jenson can shove his 4090 up his bunghole. Repeatedly, and vigorously. I'm not considering the 4000 series unless NVidia apologize and start working
with EVGA instead of disrespecting the value EVGA add to NVidia's product.