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Valkyrae Commits to YouTube: Re-Signs with the Platform for the Foreseeable Future

by Andre Lue
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In the ever-evolving landscape of online streaming, the battle between Twitch and YouTube remains as pronounced as the platforms themselves. One streamer who has significantly influenced this dichotomy is Valkyrae, whose allegiance firmly lies with YouTube.

With a substantial following of over four million subscribers on YouTube, Valkyrae has carved her niche by streaming an eclectic mix, ranging from gaming content to snippets of her day-to-day life. The 100 Thieves member made a pivotal move in 2020 when she parted ways with Twitch and, as reported by Dextero, played a vital role in legitimizing YouTube as a formidable streaming platform.

Valkyrae, whose real name is Rachell Hofstetter, reaffirmed her commitment to YouTube in 2022, dispelling any doubts about her platform of choice. While the official announcement is yet to be made, she casually dropped the news during a recent livestream, saying, “I’ve re-signed to YouTube.”

Acknowledging that no platform is flawless, Valkyrae did express contentment with YouTube, stating, “Although it’s not perfect – I don’t think any platform is perfect – I feel pretty comfortable and happy. And they do ‘deal’ with me.”

The absence of elaborate details doesn’t diminish the significance of Valkyrae’s decision. As one of YouTube’s top streamers, her re-signing undoubtedly involves a lucrative deal, solidifying her status as a key player in the ongoing Twitch vs. YouTube saga.

As Valkyrae continues to thrive on YouTube, her choice adds fuel to the debate surrounding the merits of each platform. The streaming wars persist, and Valkyrae stands as a testament to the shifting dynamics in the online content creation sphere.


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