In the dynamic realm of live entertainment, YouTube live streaming has emerged as a strong competitor to Twitch, and at the forefront of this movement are mostly VTubers, individuals who use animated avatars to captivate and engage their audiences like never before.
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The Titans of Live Streaming – Top 10 in 2023
According to recent data from Statista, the year 2023 has seen a surge in live streaming viewership, with several remarkable VTubers dominating the scene in terms of hours watched. Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 most-watched YouTube livestreamers of the year according to this Statista report:
1. Pekora Ch. 兎田ぺこら (3.1 million hours watched)
- Japanese VTuber with over 2 million subscribers
- Known for her energetic personality and love of gaming
- Often plays Minecraft, Animal Crossing, and other popular games
2. Kuzuha Channel (3.01 million hours watched)
- Japanese VTuber with over 1.5 million subscribers
- Known for his calm and relaxing streams
- Often plays horror games, puzzle games, and other story-driven games
3. NOBRU (2.98 million hours watched)
- Brazilian gamer and YouTuber with over 14.5 million subscribers
- Known for his high-energy gameplay and commentary
- Often plays first-person shooters, battle royale games, and other competitive games
4. Inoxtag (2.16 million hours watched)
- French gamer and YouTuber with over 6.5 million subscribers
- Known for his funny and entertaining videos
- Often plays Minecraft, Roblox, and other popular games
5. 渋谷ハル (2.15 million hours watched)
- Japanese VTuber with over 830 thousand subscribers
- Known for her cute and playful personality
- Often plays rhythm games, dating sims, and other casual games
6. VEGETTA777 (1.7 million hours watched)
- Spanish gamer and YouTuber with over 33 million subscribers
- Known for his long and challenging gaming videos
- Often plays Minecraft, Grand Theft Auto, and other popular games
7. Miko Ch. さくらみこ (1.67 million hours watched)
- Japanese VTuber with over 1.8 million subscribers
- Known for her sweet and innocent personality
- Often plays horror games, rhythm games, and other popular games
8. Subaru Ch. 大空スバル (1.67 million hours watched)
- Japanese VTuber with over 1.5 million subscribers
- Known for her shy and clumsy personality
- Often plays horror games, dating sims, and other casual games
9. IShowSpeed (1.66 million hours watched)
- American gamer and YouTuber with over 19 million subscribers
- Known for his energetic and controversial personality
- Often plays Grand Theft Auto, Call of Duty, and other popular games
10. CEROL (1.65 million hours watched)
- Brazilian gamer and YouTuber with over 7.5 million subscribers
- Known for his skilled gameplay and commentary
- Often plays first-person shooters, battle royale games, and other competitive games
These outstanding YouTubers and VTubers are just a glimpse into the vibrant landscape of YouTube live streaming in 2023. As the medium continues to evolve, it’s both fascinating and intriguing to contemplate who will rise to prominence as the most beloved and influential streamers in the years that lie ahead. The future promises even more excitement, innovation, and engagement in the world of live streaming.
FAQ
Q: What is a VTuber?
A VTuber, or virtual YouTuber, is a YouTuber who uses a digital avatar instead of their real face. VTubers are becoming increasingly popular, and some of the most popular VTubers in the world have millions of subscribers.
Q: Who are the most-watched YouTube livestreamers in 2023?
According to a Statista report from April 2023, the top 10 most-watched YouTube livestreamers in terms of hours watched are:
- Pekora Ch. 兎田ぺこら (3.1 million hours watched)
- Kuzuha Channel (3.01 million hours watched)
- NOBRU (2.98 million hours watched)
- Inoxtag (2.16 million hours watched)
- 渋谷ハル (2.15 million hours watched)
- VEGETTA777 (1.7 million hours watched)
- Miko Ch. さくらみこ (1.67 million hours watched)
- Subaru Ch. 大空スバル (1.67 million hours watched)
- IShowSpeed (1.66 million hours watched)
- CEROL (1.65 million hours watched)
Q: What are the most popular games played by YouTube livestreamers?
The most popular games played by YouTube livestreamers vary depending on the streamer’s audience and interests. However, some of the most popular games include:
- Grand Theft Auto V
- Minecraft
- PUBG Mobile
- Free Fire MAX
- HoloCure – Save the Fans!
- League of Legends
- BeamNG.drive
- Apex Legends
- Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
- Bejeweled
- Genshin Impact
- eBaseball Powerful Pro Baseball 2022
- Roblox
- Project Zomboid
- Rust
Q: How can I become a successful YouTube livestreamer?
There are many factors that contribute to becoming a successful YouTube livestreamer. However, some of the most important factors include:
- Having a unique and engaging personality
- Playing popular games
- Creating high-quality content
- Promoting your streams on social media
- Networking with other YouTubers
