Twitch is a streaming platform where gamers can livestream themselves playing video games. It’s become increasingly popular in recent years, with some streamers even becoming celebrities in their own right. But who’s making the most money on Twitch? Let’s take a look at the top five earners in 2021.
5. LIRIK – $1.8 million
LIRIK is a variety streamer who mostly plays multiplayer games like “Destiny 2″ and “Borderlands 3.” He’s been streaming on Twitch for over eight years and has amassed a huge following of over 4 million followers. In addition to his regular streams, he also hosts regular charity events which have raised over $2 million for various causes.
4. TimTheTatman – $2 million
TimTheTatman is a variety streamer whose channel features everything from “Call of Duty” to “Fortnite” to “World of Warcraft.” He’s one of the most popular streamers on Twitch, with over 6 million followers, and his popularity has only continued to grow in recent years.
Though Tim is a crack shot and a high end ranked player, he’s modest in talking about himself. Here’s a famous copypasta from a stream:
I’m TimThePlatMan, and this is my ELO. I boost it with my old man lassiz, and my son, Big moon. Every game I play has throws and tilt. One thing I’ve learned after 21 years – you never know how I’ll throw this game.
3. Dr DisRespect – $2.5 million
Dr DisRespect is a twitch streamer who specializes in first-person shooters. He’s been streaming for over four years and has amassed a huge following of over 3 million followers.
He won’t be returning to lists like this in the future, as his account was permanently banned from Twitch. DrDisrespect sued Twitch, and in March, the two parties settled for an undisclosed sum of money. He still streams and records for YouTube, though.
2. Ninja – $3 million
Ninja is a professional gamer who specializes in Fortnite. He’s been playing video games professionally for over ten years and has amassed a huge following of over 18 million followers on Twitch. In 2020, Facebook reportedly offered Ninja upwards of $70 million to abandon Twitch for now defunct platform Facebook gaming. Ninja saw greener fields elsewhere and turned down the partnership.
1. Pokimane – $3.5 million
Pokimane is a professional gamer and Twitch streamer who specializes in League of Legends and . She’s been playing video games professionally for over six years and has amassed a huge following of over 9 million followers on Twitch.
Recently, Pokimane took an extended break from streaming. She returned a couple months ago, explaining how these periodic breaks from full-time streaming are a necessary part of the creative process.
Unplugging periodically can be an important aspect of maintaining your mental health.
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