GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Popular Vtuber Statistics

Popular Vtubers have a large and engaged audience, with high viewing numbers on platforms such as YouTube and Twitch.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

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In this post, we will explore the fascinating world of VTubers through a collection of intriguing statistics. From subscriber counts and net worth to viewership numbers and industry growth, these figures offer a glimpse into the popularity and success of virtual YouTubers in recent years. Join us as we delve into the numbers behind some of the most prominent VTubers and key trends shaping this emerging online entertainment industry.

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"As of March 2021, Kizuna AI is one of the most popular VTubers with 4.4 million subscribers."

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"The most-watched virtual YouTuber in January 2021 was Japan’s GREEWAL channel with over 497 million views."

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"As of November 2021, VTuber Hololive Gura Gawr had a fan base of 3.4 million on YouTube."

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"VTuber Kazuna Ai has a net worth of $2.5 million."

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"Subscribers of VTuber Gargura spiked to 1 million in just a month."

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"GREEWAL channel witnessed a sudden rise in viewership with almost 15 million views in December 2020, and it skyrocketed to more than 497 million views in January 2021."

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"VTubers on Twitch saw an increase of 150% growth in hours watched between February to March 2021."

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"VTuber Kazuna Ai boasts over 4 million followers on YouTube."

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"Hololive is the most prominent VTuber agency, with over 50 VTubers in their portfolio."

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"In 2020, the top earning VTuber, Kiryu Coco, earned almost 30.3 million Yen ($274,000) in just one month from super chats alone."

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"On Twitch, VTubing has increased by 15% every month since March 2020."

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"As of 2021, the VTuber industry is worth over $300 million."

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"Milly Parfait, a VTuber from Hololive English garnered a total of 526,484 subscribers within a year."

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"The total views of official VTuber Hololive Gawr Gura on YouTube as of November 2021 reached more than 134.2 million views."

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"As of February 2022, VTuber Houshou Marine from Hololive has over 1 million subscribers on Youtube."

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"The official music video of "Shiny Smily Story", a song by Hololive, reached over 12 million views as of February 2022."

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"There are hundreds of VTubers making regular content, with the most popular reaching over 4.4 million subscribers on YouTube as of 2022."

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"There were 10,000 attendees at the first-ever VTuber conference, "Virtual Market 3" in 2022."

In conclusion, the statistics presented highlight the exponential growth and immense popularity of the VTuber industry, with notable figures such as Kizuna AI, GREEWAL, Hololive Gura Gawr, and Kazuna Ai showcasing significant subscriber counts, viewership numbers, and financial success. The surge in interest is further evidenced by milestones such as Gargura gaining 1 million subscribers in a month, the rapid rise in viewership for GREEWAL, and the substantial earning potential seen through Kiryu Coco’s super chat income. The industry’s evolution is also reflected in the increasing number of VTubers, agencies like Hololive, and successful events like the Virtual Market conference, collectively painting a picture of a vibrant and thriving virtual entertainment landscape.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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