Streams Charts, which analyzes streaming platforms, has released a ranking of the most popular game streamers on YouTube for 2025.
Top YouTube Gaming Streamers of 2025: IShowSpeed, Pekora Ch., Typical Gamer & More | Streams Charts
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Overview of the Rankings
The top 10 channels by total viewing time per year, according to Streams Charts, highlight the changing dynamics of gaming content consumption. These rankings reflect the evolving interests of viewers and the innovative strategies employed by streamers to engage audiences.
IShowSpeed: The Rising Star
The most popular game commentator in 2025 is American streamer IShowSpeed, whose channel amassed an astonishing 64.1 million hours of total annual viewing time. This represents a remarkable 30% growth from the previous year. His rise in popularity can be attributed to several factors: doubling the number of commentary hours per episode, participating in high-profile sporting events, and collaborating with other YouTubers.
IShowSpeed also expanded his content portfolio, incorporating travel videos and personal updates, which helped him capture a wider audience despite a decline in average concurrent viewers compared to earlier in the year.
Gaules: The Esports Voice
In second place, Gaules, a beloved commentator in the Portuguese-speaking community, made waves by covering significant esports events in 2025. His passionate support for Brazilian teams resonated deeply with fans, further solidifying his status in the gaming world.
VTubers: The New Wave of Entertainers
Japanese VTubers took prominent spots in the rankings, with Usada Pekora in third place and Miko following closely in fourth. Their unique blend of animated avatars and engaging content has made them formidable competitors, particularly in the race for the title of the most popular female streamer of the year.
Completing the top five is Kuzuha, who continues to charm fans with interesting game play and live interactions.
MixiGaming: The Growth Champion
Sitting in sixth place is MixiGaming from Vietnam, known for his Fortnite streams. In 2025, he captured attention by diversifying his game choices, incorporating titles like ARC Raiders and Roblox. His total viewing time exceeded 31.5 million hours, marking a stunning 121% increase over the previous year—the highest growth rate among the top ten streamers.
Long Hours and Major Impact
BaianoTV, ranked ninth, is a prominent League of Legends caster, having established a robust presence within the Portuguese-speaking gaming community. His channel distinguished itself with a total broadcast duration of over 2,711 hours, the longest among the touted ten.
Viewership Trends
The trend in average viewers reflects similar results, with IShowSpeed and Gaules securing the first two rankings. Interestingly, Sakura Miko claimed the third spot, showcasing the competitive nature of the VTuber scene.
Peak Concurrent Viewers
Shifting focus to peak concurrent viewers, Skylar tops the list, emerging as a strong contender after transitioning from a professional background in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Since his retirement in early 2025, he has transitioned smoothly into a commentator role, drawing large audiences.
Shion Murasaki, a former Hololive VTuber who graduated on April 26, 2025, left a mark with a staggering 355,000 simultaneous viewers during her graduation live show, making her one to watch for the future.
Data Compilation Transparency
Stream Charts has clarified its methodology, stating the rankings stem from an internal review and are based on their own data regarding all live streaming activity from creators focused on gaming content. These rankings reflect data as of December 21, 2025, and are expected to be refreshed in January, offering the latest insights into the dynamic world of gaming on YouTube.