How To Be A Successful Twitch Streamer
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- čas přidán 11. 01. 2023
- Twitch has made some crazy decisions lately, showing they are no longer a growth minded creator focused site, but shifting into a monetization minded company. Will it work? I don't know, I'm outta there, seeya GG
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wanted to talk about quitting Twitch and why I think the direction it is going is bad for new content creators. Do you guys think it's possible for a new creator to make it on Twitch 2023? I think yes, but... not many will.
I would choose to watch your videos and streams over any other media out there
Twitch has always been dominated by 1% megastreamers with 99% also-rans. No reason to expect that to change.
I suspect the main way to advance to the proverbial 1% is filling openings created when older streamers retire or when big names get abandoned after people find out how toxic they are.
No shortage of either aspiring streamers or audience for the next few years, at least until Amazon really messes it up.
@@andrewd7112 the 99% ones are way more entertaining (if you sift through them and find some gems), such a shame.
Been watching your stuff since the original pistol tutorial vids all those years ago, keep it up man!
I think growing as a streamer is similar to growing a business; you need to choose a niche and give viewers a reason to watch. On top of that you also need to market yourself.
The CSGO community already has their established streamers who, as you said, already have a schedule and stream 8+ hours daily.
I didn't watch you on Twitch too much tbh. Busy life, kids, kids etc. But I've been watching you on CZcams since before 'the face reveal'. The only guy who I still watch every video without fail and now my son does the same. Keep it up man. All the best X x
awesome to hear thanks for supporting me for so long! Yeah Live content isn't for everyone, I think the audience on Twitch is mostly kids imho
@@TheWarOwl as a kid that was watching you on twitch I am offended yet agree
Jimminy Christmas, that was in 2014. I don't even play CS anymore and I still watch this channel.
as this man's son I can confirm that I watch every video and love them
I know You'll make us cry when you finally have closer.
Videos like this are exactly the reason I watch you. I visited this channel for the CS News and insight, and stuck around for the personality. Your perspective and how genuine you are is something that I aspire to have. Wishing you lots of success.
I stopped playing CS a few years ago (Rocket League took over) but I never stopped watching WarOwl. The videos are just so good.
My friend just got back into CSGO after years and years of not having a PC and the first thing I told him is to watch WarOwl's videos.
Thanks I appreciate it! I am going to be experimenting with new types of vids in the new year, so you may like some of the new stuff if you're not into the CS gameplay stuff I did the last 3 years.
@@TheWarOwl I know it's a long shot but I would love to see you try to tackle something like Rocket League (hey it has zero RNG!). To see how you approach a game that has no mechanical crossover (not a shooter). I think it would be really similar to your USMC pull-up challenge.
Agree completely, I stopped playing CSGO years ago but still watch Warowl and 3kliks.
@@TheWarOwl i think you would make amazing video essays on topics you enjoy. I would binge those.
With the stress in my life, WarOwl, I need more goofy. Your videos - even ones like this - provide a bit of a respite from my daily troubles. That's why I watch; you're providing a service to benefit my mental health.
glad my vids can help you out, I'll try to get back to the goofy
@@TheWarOwl You helped me a lot back when I was 16 (21 now)
Surprise Towa appearance at 1:49. That the tab is sorted by most viewers in your region makes it even better. Looks like it's time for WarOwl to bust out a Live2D model and to join us in the Vtuber rabbit hole.
Though in all seriousness: the Twitch viewer experience really has been going downhill overall in the past two years. Aside from the aggressive preroll ads, the video player is my biggest issue. I can watch Blast tournaments on YT in 1440p and 4k resolutions and DVR is instant. The Twitch stream on the other hand is still max 1080p and DVR is a mess.
WarOwl VTuber model when?
@@M0D776 A wise, old and battle-worn owl would be a sight to behold.
I'm hoping that WarOwl secretly auditioned for Holostars or Nijisanji EN.
Would probably give him more opportunities to unleash his creativity.
@@misot90 I doubt he will, but holy shit people will be loud if that happens lmao
Damn WarOwl why’d you have to go so hard in there.
I remember subbing to you back in 2014, it’s amazing to see how far you’ve come.
I’m glad you made the right decision and followed what you really enjoy doing, rather than doing something you don’t.
Competitive csgo but nobody can use nades
Edit: just finished the video, glad you’re doing what you enjoy on YT instead of burning yourself out on twitch
So... casual?
Gn4 game
Competitive csgo but players can ONLY use nades (they get 10 of each or something)
@@LeaveMeDead cts will just molly choke points forever/ts will plant and win every round if you go with a default nade amount
@@jesusnavin5017 yeah I think mollies and smokes might have to be limited to one or two of each with nades being the main damage source
Damn WarOwl, I'm not thanking you for making me realize I'm getting old...I started watching back in ~2014, when you were "just" a voice. And I can't thank you enough for your content, and most importantly, your honesty/integrity/uprightness(?)...in other words, you are genuine and that's appreciated. Happy 2023 btw !
Wow, I'm really grateful to see my name imortalized on your wall. The reason why I always wanted to support you and your channel, is because your content is what really introduced me to the game that I fell in love with, and that probably will be my favourite game of all time. That's why I always stayed as a sub on twitch, even though I didn't have much time to follow the streams over the past few months.
Videos like this show me, that it definitely was the right decision to always support this channel, even in times where I had to take a hiatus from the game. You were always one of the most genuine and honest personalities in the CS:GO community, who never was afraid of speaking out on issues and controversial topics in the community. That's something I have a lot of respect for. You always seemed to care more for what's best for the players and the community, then what's best for the growth of the channel, and you we're always ready to make some "uncomfortable" decisions or say no to a lot of money (for example back when CS:GO-gambling was a huge thing), if it was the right thing to do.
I just wanted to say "Thank you" for that. You deserve a lot of respect, and that's why I will continue to support this channel, no matter if it's on Twitch, CZcams or any other platform.
Thank you, Warowl!
I'm super happy that you're jumping over to CZcams fulltime, do something you are passionate about and hopefully people will gather to support. I for one will try to always be here to give you that watch time and thumbs up! Genuinely enjoy all of your YT content ❤Much love from California ❤
I don't play CSGO anymore and I still watch your videos because you're entertaining and even when it's not a CSGO video, the insights and the way you present it is what makes your video impactful to me. Keep creating, WarOwl!
1:49 HEY, DON'T SAY "WTF" TO TOWA SAME >:( SHE'S BEAUTIFUL
If you keep chasing the stuff you love, and goddamn its extremely apparent that you love cs, love making content and love being a goof, you will never lose your spark. Been watching forever and ur like one of the 3 creators on the site that i just know every video will be a banger everytime without fail. Screw Twitch, glad to see more youtube content from you
I really love how the background is coming together with all you great accomplishments. Hope the last panel can be soloq to global panel. With all the things you do, you're gonna need even more panels!
That last part you said about us choosing to watch you, over millions of clips - that's all because of you buddy. Thank you for sharing your time and passion with us. Keep doing what you like!
You are one of those creators whose content I want to watch no matter what's about. Keep it up, Warowl!
1:49 That is in fact an Apex Legends livestream, it's just in Japanese and being streamed by a Hololive VTuber (which is a real person playing a game behind an animated avatar)
I admire how honest you are with yourself and your viewers. Being brave enough to admit that something doesn't work and leave it for good is one of the many things I like about you.
I've been chosing your content over others for many, many years now and if you don't stop creating content, I'll probably be watching for another 10+ years.
Always friendly, educational, funny, no gambling crap and constantly on top in terms of quality! You simply deserve every single click, view, like and sub! Best of luck to you outside of twitch!
been subbed for a long time always loved this channel. Do what you love bc it does show in the content. ty for the entertainment these past years and I cant wait to see what's next!
Tbh a lot of us are from Europe and couldn't catch you live often in twitch, but I remember when I was fresh in CS:GO and was amazed by your tutorials back in 2015. I wanted more of you and I watched whenever I could on Twitch.
I rarrely watched you on twitch (mostly because I rarely watch twitch), but I gotta say you are one of the few creators I'd genuienly follow through onto different platforms
I love your sincerity, competitive spirit (for both improving your gaming and content skills) and level-headiness when discussing various topics
Respect 👍
You were the first person that I subscribed to on Twitch and - while I subscribed to other channels over the more than 7 years - you're the only one who I never unsubscribed from for even a single month. I'm still subbed, too. I was so close to the 100 months that I decided to keep it going until the counter hits 3 digits. Still, I was somehow surprised to see my name on the panel.
Thanks for all the good content you've made so far and for everything that's still to come!
Love these vids where you just talk about stuff. You're the best WarOwl!
WarOwl, I cannot state how much your videos matter to me and my friends and I’m dead serious about that. When ever you upload, I get exited and watch your videos the second I’m available too. Keep up the wonderful work :)
Thank you WarOwl for continuing to make us high quality content. I can't wait to see what 2023 brings!
Loved your content from day 1 of stumbling upon it. The effort that goes into the videos can be felt through the screen and it's really satisfying to watch the enthusiasm. Love u warowl!
love you bro. wish i couldve caught more of your streams but looking forward to your youtube lives and supporting you beyond my viewership. you deserve it!
Thank you! Your content turned a few of my dark days into meh days and then into days. I am grateful for your dedication. Thanks to you I did not end my own life at some point....just because I got a notification that you posted a video. I want to buy you a beer sometime and just have a conversation. Hope to meet you some day. Keep up the good work and much much respect from a random guy in Romania. Thank you!
hope you're doing better! This is something I learned from my own experiences: depression and negative thoughts come like a storm, with terrifying fury, but storms always pass, and the sun shines again.
1:49 Konyappi Towa-sama desu!
Long time fan. Came here for the Tutorials. Stuck around for the casting and now the general entertainment. Wishing you the best of luck
You deserve it
PS The few games you cast helped me get into watching regular cs. As an intermediate noob, I didnt even know when stuff was good or bad when watching regular streams and your casting helped me bridge that gap in a way that made me so excited for good CS
Super appreciate the perspective. Loved your content for a long time.
Hey, your content is far from just goofy. You got inspiring words mixed with content about playing competitive Counterstrike while the map is shrunken to half its size. Your commentary is not only to amuse but also to get oneself thinking. And that close to 1.5m subscribers deem it worth watching.
Here's to hoping that the fourth panel gets filled in with yet another important milestone soon!
1:46 TheWarOwl discovers vtubers. That's cute.
Tbh, I never watched you on Twitch simply due to my life being busy, but I do remember sending you a fan email and me being shocked as hell that you actually replied to it. I've been watching your videos for years at this point and while I've stopped playing CS since valorant came out, you content is still as entertaining as ever. Keep up the good work, and remember that regardless of where you decide to make content, there will be tons of people like me still following you.
Keep on the good job, mate! decisions are always hard and are never clear cut. I hope this amazing community you've built will always support you!
1:48 TMT
You should take that original poster of names, cut out each name, and mail it to that member of the community :) that way they have a tangible connection to your stream setup
Yeah!
So glad to hear that you prefer CZcams ! I don't watch twitch, but can't wait to check every video you upload :D Even rewatching old unbox fragatron or road to global videos
Thanks for all the content you've shared with us, your hard work is always noticed(at least for me)
Think about all the kids in the 90s and 2000s that all wanted to be pro skateboarders or pro snowboarders ect. There was only a few people in each sport that made enough to live off. Most of them had/have to get 9-5 jobs to live.
yeah that's true for ANYTHING like that, how many people want to make it in music, sports, etc. Almost none do! As someone who 'made it' doing something cool like that, it's tough for me to be objective in saying it was worth it, so I don't want to give people false hope.
I've been using CZcams premium or whatever you want to call it since it was available. I appreciate you as a creator and the content you make and I look forward to what you have for 2023.
Thank you so much for all your content! I'll be staying around you wherever you move your content to. It's so unique, fun and informational. Keep up the great work!
Love you warowl. Glad I could see you live at least once before the end. Good luck
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It's a great example of what happens when a business has both infinite backing and immense draw leading to a functional monopoly. Twitch simply doesn't need to care about longevity because they have Amazon to back them
I just subscribed because of this video. I like how blunt and straight forward you went with your approach. Sometimes you just have to tell it like it is and I can respect that.
Man, I loved watching you live as much as I could, hope to see you back on CZcams! Gotta make good announcements and probably a guide on how to watch you live! Keep it up king, we love ya!
Bold of you to assume people wouldn't want to watch VTubers play Apex
The only creators I've personally seen that started recently are Vtubers who are with agencies (NIJISANJI, Hololive, etc.), or just any creator with a big name behind them - so even if they just start out, they'll have the name of a pretty big agency behind them. I honestly think it's close to impossible - if not completely impossible - to start out from scratch nowadays and get the numbers needed to actually support themselves. Heck, I've been streaming for over 5 1/2 years now (albeit on-and-off) and I've gotten like 0 traction. So if it even is possible to get traction from scratch, it'll probably be one of the hardest and least enjoyable things someone can do.
i never expected to hear mr owl saying "bitches", but today is the day i guess
Yeah that felt wrong coming from WarOwl
This us a great step forward. Keep fighting the good fight. Love you man.
Don't go wtf on me because Towa is live!
Lmao, yeah
TOWASAMA!
Love the chipzel jams in the background. Underrated game and great ost. Also great video :)
Love you war owl. I've never commented or subbed or anything, I've never even played CSGO, but just wanted to say that I've been watching you for years and really appreciate you. I've stuck around because of your personality and how entertaining your videos are and feel like you're a friend, even if it is one way
Yeah it's disgusting to see big steamer just sit on their ass with a bow of food looking at CZcams video; and then put it on their CZcams channel doing next to nothing.
just gotta understand the reason why! imaging having to fill 10 hours a day of content.
Long time viewer from aus, been watching you since your old csgo tutorials that had helped me git gud. stuck around for just how real you and your videos seem to me. Enjoy watching your stuff and will probably more inclined to watch some livestreams of yours now that you're gonna be doing them on youtube.
Love ya man, do what you love! Hope you get your closure
You're probably the only CZcamsr whose videos I watch immediately without thinking twice about clicking on because I know whatever you're gonna show is always good and way better than what CZcams is filled with these days
love your vids and how you always explain your point so well. ive been watching your channel since CSGO was a new game, i think you hit the nail on the head with this video.
at the same time though, as someone with knowledge in the music industry, no one should be surprised by the changes twitch is making. big guys will find a way to milk more money out of content creators. way its always been.
Hey man. I've been watching your content for a few years now. And I just wanted to say thanks! I really appreciate the effort you put into your vids. Your vids inspired me to get back into jogging and a whole bunch of other health stuffs.. Thanks!!
Wow, im glad your still making videos. They might not be as big as they used to be, but there still entertaining. I'm not big on CSGO, as I used to be but I find myself looking at your older videos for nostalgia.
Having left csgo many many years ago, going into siege and now for like 3 years playing tarkov... i still enjoy your content, enjoyed it throughout time irrelevant of what i was playing. I'll stick around for as long as you stick around owlman. As always, here on youtube.
this closer almost made me cry
I love you war owl and I will watch and support you whatever platform you're on. Keep it up man you inspire me and make me better at being me. 👍
I was sorry to see you leave twitch, as I had only started watching your streams a couple of months before you left. But the final stream was really sweet, I loved it. I'll miss watching your streams, but I understand why you left, and I agree with you on the state of twitch. I'm happy you were able to make the jump for your own content, and mental health. I wish you all the best, and can't wait for more great content.
And I will always tune back in to see what my favourite Content Creator does next. You're the GOAT my man.
never miss your videos warowl, i stopped playing fps videos becos of life but ur vids never fail to entertain. Thank you and continue till the day you enjoy it.
I find you the most entertaining CSGO creator. Found you on You Tube, Went over to your twitch and now ive gone full circle and continue to watch here. Keep up the great content.
As a Eagle Scout for over 10 years (I feel old too) I am very familiar with the conversation you had with your Scoutmaster about making a choice on your focus. Thanks for sharing that story @TheWarOwl
Love your content man, something special about your videos that just strike deep with me xD continue on man!
that advice you mentioned your scoutmaster gave you is really great because in the end you can’t split your time between two things even if it’s feasibly possible, what matters is what you as an individual want to spend you time on.
Buddy, iv'e been here since you cast your own streams of the pro matches, over the years the content changed, and i do admittedly miss the WarOwl match analysis, but i also love the recent screwing around on random game modes you do now and the shorter videos are easier to commit to. I loved your honest videos about yourself as time passed too. Overall love ya bro! keep 'er lit :)
i would love to listen to you rant about this topic for a longer amount of time. i love listening to you generally
I've been subscribed to your channel WarOwl since 2015, watching the Condition Zero Deleted Scenes walkthrough was a blast and not to mention, the quality and the variety of your CSGO videos.
I'll stick around for years to come and I'll keep watching your videos Brent, you're amazing at what you do.
Lastly, I'd like if you bring back the community server with viewers, playing some chill games here and there for videos. Bring that back if possible.
I haven't played csgo in well over 5 years now, never really was that serious about it in the first place. The game has a special place in my heart since I grew up on 1.6, but I've been watching your videos for years not because I still care about the game, but because you're an entertaining guy and your effort really shows.
That plus I love your mindset on game design (counter strike good call of duty bad)
always have loved watching your videos my guy. one of my fav content creators
I loved all your twitch content from sub games to building dust 2 in minecraft! thank you for all you have done for us, your devoted owlets. 🦉
I always immediately watch your videos. Keep it up! I respect your choices.
You are amazing and I rly enjoy your content!! Respect Bro!
Been subbed since 2014, glad you’re making the choices you want to make and making sure you have a healthy lifestyle.
IM REALLY HOPING THAT LAST PANEL IS FOR SOLOQ TO GLOBAL ELITE
Really good video. People need to talk more about this disonance which accours in web media atm. lov ya
1:49 jumpscared by hinano, met and towa I did not expect to see my oshis in a warowl video so here I am
oh hey that's kanae to the right too
Hey warowl! I've been a fan of yours for a long time (I've watched 99% of your videos, love them all), so thanks! I never really watched your stream because I almost always had class at the same time, but the couple of times I didn't have class I tuned in, and I was a sub for over 20 months. Thank you for all the content, and I hope you find the type of videos you want to make soon because I'll watch them regardless.
i have been watching your videos on here for the better part of a decade. started with the csgo tutorials and overwatch. i don't really play csgo anymore but you are a mainstay, sir.
Your fan from 2016, when I started playing CSGO. Always love your content
The only CZcamsr I would watch every new video posted, watch the whole video from beginning upto the end... You're the reason why my love in csgo doesn't fade away... Thank you for the contents
Love you WarOwl! Your videos are always bangers and as far as I'm concerned you are a powerful ally for internet content creators.
you hit the nail on the head. honestly im impressed that this isnt a mainstream opinion regarding twitch vs youtube streaming. the difference is glaring.
Love that you used Tombtorial as background music, such a good song ^ ^
We are lucky to have an individual like you in cqgo community hope you get Ws over Ws this year
This is crazy, I never comment anything but I feel like it right now, thank you for all the tips, tricks and general knowledge. Been a sub for at least 6 years now I think. Greetings from Mexico!
This is so sweet, keep being true to what you want to do war owl! This just felt good 🥺
For anyone wondering the background song that starts at 1:10, David Wise - Disco Train. This was actually off of the soundtrack of Donkey Kong Country 2 back on the SNES. Good memories. Maybe the WarOwl could do a playthrough of the series.
Last time I played csgo on regular basis was in 2018, but I still watch your channel and 3kilksphilip's channel regularly. You guys have style of content that is irreproducible by other youtubers
Love your work and videos but i really missed you live, i really hope you get live here soon. Good job
You taught me how to play CSGO, and that is something that has legitimately changed the course of my life. I don’t watch many streams, but I’m so grateful you get to immortalize this last chapter of your career in this way.
From 'Stop,Scope,Flick,Fire', here we are. We have been with your ups and downs, I came here for csgo tutorials and stayed around for the amazing content on...well everything you have done so far. The 4th plank is still empty and we cant wait for it to be filled with something incredible. Keep it up Warowl, because you still have no closure :) .
I can't remember the last time I didn't watch a video from you.
If it's not entertaining, than it is educating.
Your videos have always been worth my time!