Twitch Dominates Gaming with GTA V Leading
With GTA V earning over 1 billion hours watched in 2024, 11 years after its initial release, and VTubers seeing a significant increase in viewership, Twitch's dominance in the gaming world is undeniable, offering insights into the preferences and viewing habits of the global gaming community.
Twitch has solidified its position as the leading platform for live gaming content, capturing 60% of the global gaming live streaming audience, with 15.6 billion hours of gaming content viewed and 105 million average monthly visitors. Grand Theft Auto 5, also known as GTA V, emerged as the most-watched game, followed closely by League of Legends, with virtual streamers, or VTubers, experiencing a significant 10% growth in viewership.
The popularity of GTA V on Twitch is unprecedented, with over 25.8 million hours streamed in 2024 and a staggering 1.4+ billion hours watched across all audiences. This enduring popularity is likely fueled by the anticipation for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6. Other games, such as League of Legends, Valorant, Fortnite, and Call of Duty, also saw significant viewership, with League of Legends totaling 1.19 billion hours watched and Valorant having 804 million hours watched.
The growth of VTubers, who use animated personas, is another notable trend, with over 1.1 billion hours viewed, representing a 10% increase year-on-year. The UK saw a remarkable 200% growth in hours watched, highlighting the global appeal of this unique form of streaming. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, Twitch remains at the forefront, providing a platform for diverse content creators and games to thrive.
The success of GTA V and the rise of VTubers underscore the dynamic nature of the gaming industry, where new trends and old favorites coexist and captivate audiences worldwide. As Twitch looks to the future, it is clear that the platform will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the gaming community and the live streaming landscape.