Everybody loves video games. And now with the advent of platforms like Twitch and YouTube allowing top gamers to stream their gameplay, fans are getting live input from their favorite streamers and reviewers. Whether they want gameplay and input for a game they are thinking of buying, or to simply enjoy funny and silly video game content that brightens their day with laughter; fans are turning to streamers and reviews as their go-to guides in the gaming community.
Here are some of the best and funniest video game reviewers and streamers that we enjoy that will have you discovering the best video games out there, and making you laugh out loud:
VanossGaming
Evan Fong, born on May 31, 1992, is a renowned Canadian YouTuber, music producer, and DJ known as VanossGaming. Rising to fame as one of YouTube's most popular gaming personalities, Fong's content primarily features montage-style videos of him and fellow creators playing diverse video games like Grand Theft Auto V and Garry's Mod. Born in Toronto, Fong left his Economics degree at the University of Pennsylvania to concentrate on his YouTube channel, "VanossGaming," registered on September 15, 2011, under Machinima's multi-channel network (MCN).
Fong's success soared, making "VanossGaming" one of the most viewed and subscribed channels during the 2010s.
Beyond YouTube, he delves into music production and DJing as Rynx, specializing in EDM, downtempo, and indie electronic genres. He's also ventured into computer-animated shows like Paranormal Action Squad and Alpha Betas. Fong co-founded Avant Garden Records and 3Blackdot, contributing to the production of 3Blackdot's first video game, Dead Realm, in 2015.
His influence extends to nominations at The Game Awards and Shorty Awards, recognizing him as a trending gamer and a gaming category standout. Forbes acknowledged him as a top gaming influencer in 2017. As of November 1, 2023, VanossGaming boasts over 25.9 million subscribers and 15.7 billion views on his gaming YouTube channel.
In his early years, Fong played various video games, including Duke Nukem 3D, graduating from Richmond Hill High School and initially studying economics at the University of Pennsylvania. He dropped out in his second year to pursue YouTube full-time, causing initial concerns from his parents. Before YouTube, Fong's background included competitive ice hockey, playing in the Ontario Junior Hockey League for multiple teams and facing future NHL players like Tyler Seguin and Jeff Skinner during his youth career.
VanossGaming's journey into the world of gaming began with limited exposure during his childhood, marked by occasional play of children's adventure and puzzle games like Freddi Fish and Pajama Sam. However, his primary focus was on ice hockey, a sport he actively pursued throughout his early years.
The origin of his pseudonym, Vanoss, traces back to his father's PS3 account name, Vanoss62, derived from BMW's valve timing system, VANOS. Despite initially enrolling at the University of Pennsylvania with aspirations for an athletic scholarship in hockey, Vanoss chose to embark on a YouTube career, departing in his second year, much to the initial concerns of his parents.
His contributions to the gaming community earned him nominations in prestigious awards, including The Game Awards and the Streamy Awards. Notably, he emerged as the most subscribed YouTuber of Asian descent, surpassing nigahiga in late 2016. VanossGaming's impact extends beyond gaming, with his own dragon in Dragon City, music production under the alias "Rynx," and collaborations with fellow YouTubers in "The Magic Tomato" series.
Despite his calm demeanor, evident in most of his content, certain games like Hand Simulator, Fortnite, Cyberpunk 2077, Golf It, and Black Ops 2 managed to elicit rare moments of frustration. Vanoss's channel dynamics revolve around collaborative play with friends, featuring Moo, Nogla, and Terroriser, engaging in a variety of games from Uno and GTA V to Skribbl.io. Amidst the evolving nature of his content, VanossGaming continues to navigate the challenges of the YouTube landscape with occasional dark humor, leaving an indelible mark on the gaming community.
H2O Delirious
Jonathan, known by his online alias H2O Delirious, is a prominent YouTuber celebrated for his distinctive laugh and diverse gaming content. He initiated his YouTube journey on May 24, 2007, and has since garnered fame for sharing gameplay clips from mainstream titles like Grand Theft Auto V, Garry's Mod, Black Ops II, Ark: Survival Evolved, Fallout 4, as well as Lethal company among others.
In 2011, Delirious reached out to VanossGaming, expressing admiration for his trolling video, leading to a collaboration that formed lasting friendships within the gaming community.
Despite being a public figure, H2O Delirious maintains a private life, never revealing his face in videos. Originally from Virginia and later relocating to North Carolina, he shares a close bond with Cartoonz, whose relationship with Delirious' sister solidified their friendship. Currently dating cosplayer Liz Katz, they welcomed their first child in September 2020 and announced the expectation of their second child in 2021. Delirious, still withholding a face reveal, remains an influential and enigmatic figure in the gaming world.
H2O Delirious, recognized for his captivating gaming content, faced a challenge when he received three Copyright Strikes for featuring the song "Outta my mind" by the band Deliri0us. Undeterred, he turned to fan-created songs, with "Why so Delirious?" and "Delirious Army" by Spaceman Chaos becoming his main themes. Delirious's impact on the gaming community was acknowledged by WatchMojo, honoring him in their 'Top 10 Let's Play YouTube Channels' list.
Subsequently, he secured the top spot in WatchMojo's 'Another Top 10 YouTube Let's Play Channels,' earning praise as a true Let's Play gamer. Delirious, known for his playful pranks, orchestrated fake face reveals on April Fools' Day in 2015, 2017, and 2018, showcasing creativity and humor in each instance.
Despite playful demands from friends like Terroriser and hints from colleagues like CaRtOoNz, Delirious has maintained the mystery of his face, contributing to the enigma surrounding his persona. In the gaming realm, he humorously claims the title of the "Uno" champion of the world, despite his admitted lack of skill in the game.
Alongside Daithi De Nogla, Delirious is noted for occasional misspeaking, adding a humorous element to his content. Despite the jests and pranks, the true identity of his face remains a well-guarded secret, enhancing the intrigue and curiosity surrounding H2O Delirious.
VideoGameDunkey
Jason Gastrow, widely recognized by his online persona videogamedunkey or simply Dunkey, is a prominent American YouTuber, video game commentator, reviewer, and comedian. Renowned for his League of Legends content, Dunkey has collaborated with several notable gamers within the League of Legends community. Maintaining a friendship with PBat (PaperBatVG), Dunkey made headlines by holding the world record for the challenging Super Mario Maker 2 level "Bowser's Big Bean Burrito," only to have it contested by LilKirbs multiple times.
While League of Legends remains a cornerstone of Dunkey's content, he has diversified into both well-known and obscure video games, often utilizing misleading titles to add a comedic twist to his playthroughs. His unique brand of humor spans a broad spectrum of games, eschewing series prominence for a varied gaming experience. Not confined to gaming, Dunkey has ventured into music with his release of "Donkey Kong December" on December 1, 2021.
In the evolution of his channel, Dunkey transitioned from primarily focusing on League of Legends to becoming a versatile content creator. Embracing a variety of genres, he now offers video game and movie reviews, blending seriousness with humor. Displaying an interest in journalism, Dunkey delves into critiquing various industries, providing insightful commentary and reacting to diverse topics.
On a personal note, Dunkey tied the knot with Leahbee on September 21, 2019, whose distinctive high-pitched voice has become a recognizable feature. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Ukrainian parents, Dunkey has lived in both Milwaukee and Madison. His mother's profession as a second-grade teacher is a facet occasionally referenced on his channel.
Beyond his online presence, Dunkey made an appearance at E3 2021 and assumed the role of God in Scott The Woz's production titled "You're Not an RPG Guy: A Scott The Woz Christmas." Expanding his involvement in the gaming industry, Dunkey established his Indie Game Publishing Company named "BIGMODE." With a multifaceted approach to content creation, Dunkey continues to entertain and captivate audiences across various platforms.
Cartoonz
Luke Patterson, widely recognized as Cartoonz or "CaRtOoNz," is a prominent YouTuber born on September 21, 1982 (age 41). Known for his collaboration with the Vanoss Crew, particularly H2ODelirious and formerly Ohmwrecker/Maskedgamer, Cartoonz's content spans various games such as Rainbow Six: Siege, Red Dead Redemption 2, For Honor, and Lethal Company. Beyond gaming, his channel features diverse content, including non-gaming videos like Ferrari events with I AM WILDCAT, coverage of conventions like E3 and PAX, and engaging Q&A sessions.
Similar to H2ODelirious, Cartoonz engages in Let's Plays for titles like Assassin's Creed: Syndicate, Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain, and Mad Max. Standing at 6'3", he holds the distinction of being the second person aware of H2ODelirious' appearance. Cartoonz values his friend's privacy and has resisted fans' requests to reveal Delirious' face.
Originating from Washington D.C., Cartoonz returned to his home state after his youth. His connection with H2ODelirious deepened when he met Delirious during the time he dated Cartoonz's sister, leading to a strong and enduring friendship. In an Among Us video, Liz Katz referred to him as Uncle Toonz while addressing Babylirious. Additionally, Cartoonz enjoys a friendship with professional mixed martial artist Max Holloway, organizing joint gaming sessions playing UNO and Among Us.
The Game Theorists
The Game Theorists, also known as Game Theory, is a YouTube channel led by MatPat (Matthew), founded on August 22, 2009. The channel, featuring a global team called Team Theorist, is renowned for decoding lore, analyzing, and formulating theories on popular video games such as Five Nights at Freddy's, Bendy and the Ink Machine, Minecraft, Mario, and Super Smash Bros.
The channel expands its content with specialized branches like The Food Theorists, The Film Theorists, The Style Theorists, and GTLive. Delving into deep and unspoken topics of video games, Game Theory explores the representation of culture behind video games and connects various video game universes.
MatPat has collaborated with prominent YouTubers such as Smosh, Markiplier, TheJWittz, The Warp Zone, FBE, TheNationalDex, and Dream. On December 20, 2022, MatPat announced the transfer of rights for all Theorist Channels to Lunar X.
Matthew, originally from Mendina, Ohio, began his YouTube journey as MatthewPatrick13, initially showcasing theater-related content. Game Theory officially started on April 14, 2010, with the announcement of the series. Over the years, additional shows like Game Exchange, Digressing and Sidequesting (DNSQ), and Crossover have enriched the channel's content.
Austin from Shoddycast joined as the fifth host, introducing The Science, a series exploring the science of video games in the real world. Other hosts, including Gaijin Goomba, Drake McWhorter, and Ronnie "Oni" Edwards, contribute to segments like Game Exchange, Crossover, and DNSQ.
The channel explores diverse topics, including video game theories, hidden cultural influences in games, connections between different game franchises, and the science behind video games. With regular segments hosted by a talented team, The Game Theorists has become a prominent platform for in-depth analysis and entertaining content in the gaming community.
MatPat, recognized for his exceptional intellect with a claimed IQ of 140, is not only a key figure in the gaming community but also has left his mark in the virtual world as his own character in "The Walking Dead: Road to Survival." Beyond gaming, he showcased his analytical prowess by calculating the astronomical number of "makable" and "fun" Mario Maker levels, coining the term MarioPlex with a staggering value of 10^12431.
MatPat joyfully shared the news of expecting a baby with his wife, Steph, on March 12, 2018, leading to the birth of Oliver, affectionately known as "Ollie," on July 5th, 2018. Celebrating a major milestone, he reached 10 million subscribers on April 18, 2018, precisely seven years after the debut of his first Game Theory episode. The inception of Game Theory marked the beginning of a channel series, including Film Theory (2014), Food Theory (2020), and Style Theory (2023), each following Simon colors in theme.
Achieving remarkable consistency, the channel hit 5 million, 11 million, and 12 million subscribers on the same day in 2015, 2018, and 2019, respectively. Originating from Medina, Ohio, MatPat's impact extends to over 90 theories on Five Nights at Freddy's. In an intriguing revelation during an interview with Anthony Padilla, he hinted at a fourth "S"-named channel, eventually unveiled as The Style Theorists, and showcased his on-screen versatility by playing Ness in the Five Nights at Freddy's movie, a nod to his Undertale theory video.
TerminalMontage
Jeremey Chinshue, known online as TerminalMontage, is a talented American YouTuber, gamer, and animator born on November 16, 1989 (age 34). Renowned for his distinctive animated video game parodies called the "Something Series" (#SomethingSeries), he covers popular video games like Kirby, Super Mario, The Legend Of Zelda, Pokemon, Monster Hunter, and Super Smash Bros. Jeremey also operates a second channel, TerminalMontage Clips, featuring snippets from his videos.
Having joined YouTube on May 27, 2009, Jeremey's early content included a live-action video titled "The Mini Blizzard Mermaid." He transitioned to animated content on February 29, 2012, with "How I Got Through Dark Souls" and continued with animated game parodies, including the "NoPUNintendo" series.
In January 2018, he introduced the "#SomethingSeries," showcasing characters with slits for eyes and circles for hands. These mute characters often feature occasional audio from the original games, and the episodes come with warnings about loud sounds or flashing lights. Jeremey incorporates remixed video game music from other channels to avoid copyright issues.
His most popular video, "Legendary & Mythical Pokemon Battle Royale," gained significant popularity as of January 2023, surpassing the previous hit, "Something About Zelda Breath of the Wild."
Beyond YouTube, Jeremey has worked on a comic book series called "Side Quests," which lasted from 2009 to 2016. Noteworthy trivia about Jeremey includes his self-taught animator status, his collaboration with Butch Hartman on "The Garden," and his marriage to Vanessa Chinshue. He has a Fandom Wiki, and some of his favorite Pokémon include Sableye, Ditto, Alolan Exeggutor, Electivire, and Mewtwo.
Known for his humor and unique animation style, Jeremey Chinshue has created a distinct presence in the gaming and animation community, capturing the attention of viewers with his entertaining and creative content.
PeanutButterGamer
Austin Hargrave, widely known as PeanutButterGamer (PBG), is an American gaming YouTuber and reviewer born on July 25, 1990 (age 33). Recognized for his engaging content featuring Top 10s and game reviews, PBG initially began creating videos around the age of 12, posting skits and random content on various YouTube channels like "JiffyMuffin" and "GiveMetheMoneys."
In 2015, Austin Hargrave married Danielle (Unicornism), and together they reside in Woodinville, Washington. The couple adopted two dogs, Luka and Namira, with the unfortunate loss of Namira due to illness. They later welcomed a new dog named Azura.
PBG's gaming channel, PeanutButterGamer, gained fame for its high-quality editing, random humor, and unique content. His second channel, PBGGameplay, is dedicated to Minecraft hardcores, Zelda collection series, Mario Let's Plays, and collaborative playthroughs with his friend Jeff in the "PB&Jeff" series.
PBG's content spans various series, including "The G-Files," exploring weird things in video games, and "To Kill An Avatar," examining games related to the concept of killing innocent beings. The "Arthur" series, focusing on Arthur games, is among his most popular. Additionally, PBG introduced "Zelda Month" in 2011, dedicating November to Zelda-related content. In 2017, he initiated "Mario Month," which returned to "Zelda Month" in 2018, with an exception for Mario Month in 2020.
PBG's success extends beyond YouTube, with nominations and recognition for his unique style and humorous approach to gaming content. His hacking videos, exploring games like Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda, have become some of his most popular creations. As of now, Austin Hargrave continues to entertain and engage his audience with his distinctive brand of gaming content.
DeadSquirrel
Joe, known by his online alias Dead Squirrel, entered the digital landscape on February 4, 2017, and embarked on his content creation journey with the upload of his inaugural video, "WATCH YOUR BACK! - Player Unknown's Battle grounds," in June 2017. Venturing into both Twitch and YouTube, Dead Squirrel has established a presence by creating diverse content, frequently collaborating with friends such as H2ODelirious, Gorillaphent, and CaRtOoNz.
Over time, he evolved his content style, incorporating facecam regularly, notably featured in videos like "MY FIRST FACECAM AMONG US VIDEO!!!! AMONG US (Impostor Rounds)." While initially gaining traction through Fortnite content, the collaboration with H2ODelirious in the game "Rust" back in 2016 marked a turning point in Dead Squirrel's rise to fame. Noteworthy moments include the duo's conquest in Fortnite, where they bested popular Twitch streamers Ninja and CouRage.
With a gaming repertoire that spans various titles, Dead Squirrel continues to captivate audiences with his engaging and collaborative approach to content creation.
ZeldasBreakfast
Francisco Diaz, or how he is known on X (formerly Twitter) ZeldasBreakfast, an avid gamer and content creator on X (formerly Twitter), serves up a delightful daily dose of insights into the expansive world of The Legend of Zelda series. Under the tagline "Zelda: Character of the Day," @ZeldasBreakfast takes followers on a journey through the lesser-known facets of the iconic game franchise.
From shedding light on obscure characters to exploring hidden places within the Zelda universe, this dedicated gamer's feed is a treasure trove for fans seeking a deeper connection with the beloved series. Beyond character highlights, ZeldasBreakfast also keeps the gaming community well-informed about Nintendo and gamer events, the latest games, console updates, and much more.
With a passion for all things Zelda and a commitment to sharing valuable insights, ZeldasBreakfast has become a go-to source for daily doses of Zelda magic in the gaming world.
We Hope You Liked Our YouTube Gaming Streamer and Reviewer Picks!
In conclusion, these diverse gaming enthusiasts such as PeanutButterGamer, The Game Theorists, TerminalMontage, MatPat, H2O Delirious, Cartoonz, VanossGaming, Dead Squirrel, ZeldasBreakfast, and VideoGamedunkey make distinctive contributions to the gaming realm. Each one brings a unique flavor to the digital landscape, offering analytical insights into game theories, animated parodies, captivating Let's Plays, or insightful reviews.
Their individual stories, styles, and contributions collectively shape the vibrant and ever-evolving world of online gaming content creation. As they continue to entertain, inform, and build gaming communities, these creators exemplify the dynamic nature of the online gaming platform, showcasing the boundless possibilities for connection and entertainment in the digital age.