The 25 Up-And-Coming Streamers You Need To Know, Ranked

25. LightskinMonte

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 268K

Known For: Skits and comedy streams.

Hailing from Queens, New York, LightskinMonte hit Twitch than he did other social media platforms. In fact, the internet comedian had his first viral video moment on Facebook back in July 2018. The hilarious content creator and aspiring actor’s commitment to posting skits and clips across all social media platforms, from Facebook to Instagram to Youtube to TikTok—and now Twitch—is a distinct factor that sets him apart from other streamers in the comedy space and has paid off for his rise to relative fame.

While his skits, most famously including impersonations of Michael Jackson and original characters like “Hood Dude," are what boosted Monte’s star power, his Twitch content allows him to just be himself. During his streams, he takes the opportunity to connect with his fans and viewers more personally. letting his humor and personality show through a variety of activities like dance-offs, playing community-focused games such as Family Feud, and chatting streams where he makes simple tasks a fun adventure to tag along (like trying Indian food for the first time). But the innovative entertainer also brings some of his skit-based characters to streams, like Pimp Paddy McDaddy, improvising live comedy with other streamers.

With a hunger for fame and an undeniable work ethic, LightskinMonte’s comedic streams are a chance to connect with a star on the rise and experience something truly different from your average gaming stream. — Kaitlin Stevens

24. WhatIfJulia

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 83.7K

Known For: Art and gaming streams.

At its core, the heart of streaming lies in the magical fun of feeling like you’re gaming with your friends or the cozy comfort of feeling like you’re watching your family play a fun video game. WhatIfJulia gets this, which is why she’s such a fun streamer to watch. Many fans of Julia’s likely found her through the unpredictable and chaotic “Jario Party” streams fellow streamer Julien Solomita started hosting a few years ago, alongside Chris Melberger. Together, the crew also gained a lot of viewers playing the co-op horror game Lethal Company. Julia still hosts streams playing both games with her usual friends and other guests, but she also does plenty of solo playthroughs, too.

As a gamer whose first favorite game was The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, she has an affinity for fantastical adventure games, which make for exciting and cozy streams, whether she’s streaming full playthroughs of Tears of the Kingdom or Elden Ring. She also credits Super Mario 64 as one of her OG favorites, and her adventures playing Mario Party and Super Mario Sunshine are clear indicators her tastes haven’t changed.

In addition to streaming, Julia is also a professional photographer with a love for art, hence her art follow-along streams where she does Bob Ross tutorials. This kind of variety, mixing lowkey and focused gameplays with over-the-top and hilarious group games, makes Julia a special streamer, especially for audiences who can relate to having that yin and yang of gaming preferences. Whether you’re tuning in for a cozy gaming stream to unwind or following along with an off-the-rails group stream, you’re bound to make some fun memories watching a WhatIfJulia stream. — KS

23. Parkenharbor

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 120K

Known For: Cosplay and gaming streams.

Canadian-based streamer Parkenharbor, affectionately known by her community as “Parky,” is most recognized for her speedrunning skills in beating video games and her meticulously crafted and executed cosplays.

She rightfully boasts about her impressive record of beating Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice in 31 minutes in her bios across most platforms, but she also plays a variety of games, mainly leaning towards darker adventures like the Dark Souls series, Silent Hill 2, Elden Ring, and Lies of P. In an interview at the 2024 Streamer Awards, where she was nominated for the Rising Star Award, the Souls streamer said that after starting with Among Us and Minecraft streams, a viewer in the chat suggested she play Dark Souls because “she’d be so bad it,” which kickstarted her shift into playing darker, harder games. Stick it to them and all that.

While the games Parkenharbor focuses on are single-player, she still manages to engage her community by introducing fun, interactive challenges to her streams, like trying to play a game without complaining about it and completing a list of dares for each complaint she eventually lets out. These hilarious challenges have led her to create some embarrassing content, such as a tweet about how Dark Souls 2 is “too hard of a game” and how she “needs a man to help her beat it.” Being let in on the jokes that come out of these streams is just one of the fun benefits of catching Parkenharbor live.

As a cosplayer, Parkenharbor takes her craft seriously. Some of her best looks (and her own personal favorites) include Ranni the Witch from Elden Ring, Nico Robin from One Piece, and Tifa from Final Fantasy VII. Sometimes, she even cosplays as a character from the game she’s playing for special streams. With so many fun interactive challenges and incredible cosplays, Parkenharbor is a streamer worth tuning into, especially if you love surprises. — KS

22. Youngdabo

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 255K

Known For: Reactions and tears.

He’s 17 years old, has 255K followers on Twitch, and 248K subs on Youtube. His name? Youngdabo. Born in Columbus, Ohio, this 17-year-old streamer first went viral for a video of him reacting to Frank Ocean’s iconic album, Blonde.

Since starting to stream two years ago, he’s racked up millions of views for his reactions to Travis Scott, Ye, Playboi Carti, and Lil Uzi. In an oversaturated field of streamers that can sometimes feel mundane as they blur together, Dabo stands out for doing something different. His reactions are honest, entertaining…and he cries. A lot. This honesty and vulnerability have built a connection with his fans, all before he's even 18. We can only expect greatness from this keen, musically inclined streamer. — Layla Ahmad

21. Chibu

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 102K

Known For: Gaming and IRL streams.

Chibu's rise over the last few years has been extremely impressive. While he hosts a mix of gaming and IRL streams, it's his unpredictable, real-world antics that really accelerated his growth on Twitch.

Known for his humor and viral moments, Chibu began to make a name for himself with hilarious and unexpected stunts, like the time he took a shower during a lecture at Florida University. The reason? He wanted to smell good for the "baddies" in the room. It's moments like this that have cemented Chibu as one of the more entertaining but unconventional young streamers on Twitch.

Much of his content comes from his pranks and IRL adventure videos, be that taking showers during a lecture or just spontaneously hitting the streets with his friends. Whether he's playing 2K or Fortnite, cracking jokes with his friends, or enjoying a midnight hooping session, Chibu's energy is contagious. His light-hearted and interactive streams make him a name to watch for the future. As his subscriber base increases, expect even more viral moments and chaotic pranks. — George Fallon

20. Yugi2x

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 52.8K

Known For: Gaming and prank streams.

Yugi2x is on the way up. He only started streaming close to a year ago, but his Twitch channel has already ballooned to 52.8K subscribers. Like so many of his peers on this list, Yugi is a gamer. However, he switches things up—streaming him and his friends driving around, hanging out, pranking people, and attempting to flirt.

What makes him special is his candid personality; he’s not afraid to be himself and let it all hang out for his audience. Even some of his takes are on the spicier, controversial side. He loves to watch and react to sports games, especially soccer, and many of his streams feature Minecraft gameplay. Keep your eyes on this rising streamer. — LA

19. Sweatergxd

Platform: Kick

Followers: 66.7K

Known For: Slots and IRL streams.

It takes a lot to get someone like Adin Ross to be both worried and shocked at something you pulled off for the sake of content. It also takes a different kind of individual to continue to pull at the seams of what is possible with IRL content, but Sweatergxd is doing just that. On a platform that seems to manifest both the boldest and most controversial of creators, Sweatergxd may be the most potent combination of the two and that leads to insanely must-watch content.

If your fix for adrenaline needs to come in content or streaming form, this is the final destination. The tamest streams may just be the ones where the only game played is Slots and the only thing gambled is money. On the other extreme, you can have another incident that may end up on a police report and lead someone as polarizing as Ross to be in disbelief over your boldness (or lack of fear). It may not be for everyone, but envelope-pushing is still an art, and there’s a new artist capable of creating some of the best in the business. — Timothy Lee

18. NoraExplorer

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 256K

Known For: Gaming and IRL streams.

After a long stint of dedicating herself to playing soccer was cut short due to suffering repeated knee injuries, Denmark-based streamer NoraExplorer found her second calling on Twitch. The half-Danish, half-Moroccan (and trilingual!) gamer is known for her lively streams playing the island survival game Rust, trying her hand at landing the sickest jumps while driving in Grand Theft Auto, and playing other first-person shooter games, but her audience is also happy to watch her when she’s just chatting with them—or bringing them along for a trip to the zoo!

Part of Nora’s appeal is the effortless warmth and comfort that comes through in her streams. As someone from a big family, Nora is family-oriented, even crediting her love of video games to her older brother. Her sisters and cousins make frequent appearances on her streams, doing baking challenges, going on adventures, or just hanging out, making viewers feel like they’re part of the family, too.

Whether you want to watch one of the funniest GTA streams you’ve ever seen, get a language lesson, or just feel like you’re part of a big family for a little while, you should tune into a NoraExplorer stream. — KS

17. Claraatwork

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 146K

Known For: IRL and variety streams

Before she became a rising streamer, Claraatwork was an avid Twitch viewer. Looking for a bit of escapism, she started watching her best friend’s streams, where she became part of a community that then pushed her into streaming herself. After reaching affiliate-level streaming on Xbox in just a week, she knew she had a future in streaming worth investing in.

She got her start and grew a following playing Apex Legends and became known for being fun to watch while being imperfect at the game. Her influence in the Apex community led to her hosting “Clara’s Legends,” the first all-female Apex Legends tournament in 2022.

Encouraged by her own chat after years of streaming Apex, Clara made the decision to branch out into variety streaming and vlogging, which has only made her even more fun to watch. Streams hosting desktop karaoke, cooking new recipes, and even just chatting have made the closeness of Clara and her community stronger than ever, and her appreciation for her tight-knit fanbase shows in each stream. She kicked off the new year traveling to South Korea and taking her followers along for the ride, hosting streams exploring the country.

It’s safe to say that you never know what you’re gonna get in the next Claraatwork stream, but one guarantee is you’ll find a loving and supportive community and a fun streamer who embraces the chaos of trying new things. — KS

16. Luality

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 202K

Known For: Gaming streams.

The top female streamer of Brazil for December 2024, Luality kicked 2025 off riding a new high.

Since kicking off her streaming career around 2016, Luality has amassed over 200K followers on her Youtube and Twitch channels, streaming herself playing (and completing!) notoriously difficult action RPGs using a dance pad or drawing pad instead of a standard controller. Her unconventional approach to gaming separates her from the rest and has even gained the attention of some of her favorite game developers who are impressed with her resourcefulness.

When Luality completed Baldur’s Gate in Honor Mode without companions, she had to get creative with her methods to take on bosses. In an interview with the official Dungeons & Dragons YouTube channel, Swen Vincke, owner of Baldur's Gate 3 developer Larian Studios, commented on how impressed he was with the inventive way she structured a mechanism to defeat a difficult boss by placing a healing potion where a hammer would fall, killing both her and the boss, but reviving her alone with the potion.

Luality is also known for her adorable streaming companion: her bunny, Boo. While she might get a little scared when playing the horror games she chooses, it only makes her content more funny and relatable, and she never backs down from a challenge.

Tune in to watch one of the most creative streamers take on the craziest final bosses gaming has to offer in insanely complex ways! Or, to see her cute bunny. Either way, you’re guaranteed to have a good time. — KS

15. Zoespencer_

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 174K

Known For: IRL and collab streams.

Zoespencer__ began her streaming career on TikTok with a range of dance clips and comedic skits. With a TikTok fanbase of an impressive 2.4 million followers, Zoe has transitioned much of her streaming to Twitch, where she now boasts a loyal audience of 174,000 people deep.

Much of Zoe’s Twitch content is made up of her spontaneous IRL streams and collaborations with other content creators, giving her audience regular, unique insights into her personal life. These include fun videos of her blind dates or smaller skits like pranking her friends. Her lively personality and openness is what really separates her from other creators.

A popular streamer in the "Just Chatting" category on Twitch, Zoe’s streams feel as real as they get and has really turned her into a streamer worth tuning in for, as well as a very deserving name on this list. — GF

14. Arky

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 89.9K

Known For: IRL streams.

Arky is a seasoned Twitch streamer who has been entertaining audiences online for nearly a decade. Having started on the platform in 2015 as a young teenager, his career so far has evolved along the traditional streaming path from gaming streams to the ever-popular "Just Chatting" category, which are largely IRL videos he broadcasts today.

In 2024, Arky reached a major streaming milestone by partnering with the world-renowned esports and entertainment organization FaZe Clan. This collaboration has accelerated Arky’s growth and cemented him as one of the most exciting, rising stars in the streaming world.

Known for his extended streams—often clocking in at a full 24 hours—Arky is delivering engaging, entertaining content throughout the week. Whether it’s personal stories, cracking up viewers with funny anecdotes, or collabs with friends and fellow creators, Arky knows how to captivate his audience. — GF

13. Mari

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 210K

Known For: Gaming and "Yap" streams.

Mari is the perfect streamer for those looking for chilled vibes and a range of content. She's a full-time variety streamer, meaning she produces a huge range of different styles of videos, from her popular "Yaps" sessions to reaction videos to playing games. She doesn't stop at traditional, though; how many other streamers can make a Just Dance stream (with rather questionable dancing skills) quite so entertaining?

Having started in the summer of 2024, Mari has grown her platform to over 210,000 followers on Twitch and nearly 70,000 subscribers on YouTube. She has grown an audience through her authentic and inclusive approach, with variety streaming giving her a unique opportunity to show her viewers the more personal side of her life.

As her audience continues to grow, coming back for the variety and realness of her streams, Mari has undoubtedly become a name worth keeping on your radar for the future. — GF

12. Cuffem

Platform: Kick

Followers: 108.1K

Known For: E-date and GTA streams.

Cuffem is a Kick streamer from Alabama, starting his streaming career in 2019 by—like many on this list—streaming himself playing games such as NBA 2K and Fortnite. Since then, the 22-year-old has expanded his repertoire to include GTA Roleplay and Slots as well as other IRL content such as his highly popular edate-style broadcasts.

Once a key member of Adin Ross’ SSB streamers group alongside names like Prime and Bronny James, Cuffem's time with the group ended dramatically after an argument on stream resulted in him using a homophobic slur towards another member. Cuffem denied it was intentionally homophobic, but it is what it is. He's flying solo now.

Despite the previous controversy, Cuffem’s energetic style continues to engage with many subscribers, making him an entertaining personality to follow within the streaming community this year. — GF

11. Iziprime

Platform: Kick

Followers: 87.8k

Known For: Gaming and reaction streams.

Surround yourself with successful friends, and success is bound to happen. At least that’s what the recipe looks like for this Chicago-based streamer, who gained notoriety for popping up with controversial streamer Adin Ross. Iziprime boasts 225k YouTube subscribers, the result of over 10 years of hard work, as he first started streaming in 2013.

What makes an Iziprime stream? Reacting to sometimes problematic videos, hot takes, and tons of GTA gameplay. Some of his homies who appear on his channel include Adin Ross, iShowSpeed, Rod Wave, Solluminati, and Prime, and the vibe is always funny as hell. — LA

10. TeeGrizzley

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 1.2M

Known For: GTA streams.

When you enter a TeeGrizzley stream, you’re not going to see just Terry Sanchez Wallace Jr. or the rapper TeeGrizzley, you’re going into GrizzleyWorld. This is not someone roleplaying as a streamer or a gamer for a quick buck; this is a fully immersive experience that brings the trenches to your screen. You might see Dre Carter pull up to multiple shops and take what’s owed to him or hold down a gang over as minor of a conflict as an insulting social media message. You might even be inspired to join the Grizzley Gang or the custom Discord server GrizzleyWorld, built for the rapper and played by thousands of people.

For TeeGrizzley, streaming is an escape, and he takes it seriously. The world-building and the roleplaying are not just for entertainment and shows, although there’s plenty of that, too; he’s really about that gaming life—before rap, he was always a gamer. There may not be a more intimate and unique stream where you can hang out with your favorite artist while they’re also playing another part of their personality up. – TL

9. Konvy

Platform: Kick

Followers: 156K

Known For: IRL and Slots streams.

22-year-old Konvy graces us at number nine on this list. What makes him a rising star? Known for his humor, Konvy’s Kick sits at 156K followers because of his rather controversial personality, having been banned from Kick for threatening fellow streamer HateCaps on a livestream. His channel is back—at least on Kick—and racking up even more followers.

Fans of Konvy’s flock to his channel to watch him take on opponents in live gameplay, but also for his controversy with other streamers. He’s banned from Twitch, and once had a knife pulled on him by infamous streamer Adin Ross. What comes next for this rising star? Hopefully more gameplay and less knives. — LA

8. Deansocool

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 356K

Known For: Gaming streams.

With a cool 357,000 Twitch subscribers, Deansocool is one to watch. Born in Canada, this 31-year-old streamer is a rising phenom on the platform. He’s a gamer with most of his content either being playthroughs of games like Among Us or GTA, with the likes of FaZe Bans and Soulja Boy.

Starting his channel in 2015, Dean has only gone from strength to strength, with 28.2K followers on instagram, plus 52.2K on YouTube. Gaming streams are extremely popular—and with Dean’s personality, humor, and charisma, plus his humorous Among Us skills, those views can only expect to go up. — LA

7. Deshaefrost

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 531K

Known For: IRL and collab streams.

If there is ever a perceived limit on charisma, Deshae Frost will be the first person to break the ceiling over and over again simply because he can. The innovative creator is a success on every platform he puts his efforts and name towards, whether that's YouTube, Vine (RIP), Instagram, and now Twitch—the world of content is his forte. He’s without the limitation of a gimmick because he’s an envelope-pusher for lasting moments.

Deshae's original bread-and-butter is his natural humor and timing. With a penchant for creating short and clever skits aided only by his ability to stand out and make the audience laugh, his influence only grew after that.

Now, fans and new audience members alike enjoy his versatility in putting out content that can range from emotional relationship advice and perspective to challenges in various countries that he travels to. Not enough layers? His new signature content comes with collabs with creators and celebrities alike to give you a glimpse into how some of your favorite entertainers are in a (sometimes) natural environment. The variety is the hook, but the real reason is the man. Deshae may just be conquering Twitch as another content hub, but the quality remains the same—you know you’re going to get entertainment regardless of the URL. — TL

6. Leaksworld_

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 128K

Known For: Gaming and IRL streams (as well as NPC Miles Morales).

Prior to his success as a content creator, Leaksworld_ was actually homeless. It was in 2023 that his career took off when he went viral on TikTok for his streams in which he would go out dressed as Spider-Man, a feat which would see him dubbed as NPC Miles Morales.

Despite the success that cosplaying brought him, Leaksworld_ has always said that he wants to be known as himself and as his own streamer, rather than as just someone who cosplays. Nowadays, with the success that TikTok fame—and Mafiathon 2—brought him, Leaksworld_ broadcasts a mix of gaming, IRL, and conversational streams throughout each week.

He's also been running an event called a Maleakathon recently in which he and other creators take part in extended livestreams, playing games like Spider-Man 2, Fortnite, and Red Dead Redemption 2. The Maleakathon, which is similar to other streamers’ subathons, is made more enjoyable by his energetic presence and the wide array of unique costumes he wears to entertain viewers.

Leaksworld_ growth from a TikTok trend to a successful streamer has been remarkable, and if you’re looking for a fun and engaging streamer with a passion for Red Dead Redemption and Spider-Man, Leaksworld_ is a great creator to keep an eye on in 2025 and beyond. — GF

5. N3ON

Platform: Kick

Followers: 389.8K

Known For: Gaming and IRL streams.

N3ON is one of the most intriguing content creators on this list and is commanding the attention of many streaming fans for his electrifying mix of gaming and IRL content. Whether he’s taking on intense gaming sessions or engaging with high-profile collaborators like fellow streamer Lalo or the former NBA player-turned-rapper LiAngelo Ball, N3ON knows how to keep an audience hooked.

Having started his streaming career in 2016 as an NBA 2K and Fortnite streamer on YouTube, N3ON has transitioned his content onto Kick, where he has become a major player on the platform with his IRL-style content.

Of course, N3ON’s young streaming career is not without controversy, having been arrested in Dubai for streaming without a proper permit and pulling pranks in which he fakes his own death (three times now and counting). He’s certainly no stranger to whipping up attention in his content. Love him or hate him, N3ON’s skill in captivating and entertaining an audience makes him a streamer well worth watching out for. — GF

4. 2xrakai

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 453K

Known For: IRL streams.

2xrakai has 453,000 Twitch subscribers and more than 500,000 Instagram followers. Not bad for a 16-year-old from Syracuse, NY.

While his origin story is a little murky, one thing is for sure: Rakai’s popularity exploded after showing up in his buddy Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon 2. 2xrakai’s content is mainly hanging with friends and goofing off—cutting his hair on his stream, playing basketball, going on a first date, practicing his “rizz,” and tons of streaming content with Kai Cenat, who he jokingly refers to as “dad.” You know. Typical 16-year-old fun.

He’s a rising star because of his age, his talent, his reach, and his network. Keep your eyes on Rakai in 2025, this streamer is one to watch. — LA

3. Thetylilshow

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 315K

Known For: IRL and collab streams.

New York has given us some of the world’s biggest streamers (looking at you, Kai Cenat). It makes sense, then, that Tylil hails from NYC. He’s only been streaming since 2021 but already has 315,000 Twitch subscribers. His streams feel like hanging out with a bunch of friends—everyone is dancing, screaming, singing, arguing, and just chilling out together.

Tylil is a rising star whose video collab with North West (featuring the “just gimme my money” trend) bumped him further into the mainstream. His content is quite varied, too; there are viral challenges, hanging out with family and friends, gaming, and watching videos. With collabs featuring Kai Cenat, Cash Cobain, Zoe Spencer, Ice Spice, North West, and more under his belt, the future is looking bright for Tylil. — LA

2. Emilycc

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 320K

Known For: Years-long livestream.

EmilyCC gained the attention of some of the world’s biggest streamers, like Kai Cenat, with her record-setting subathon; she’s been streaming nonstop since November 2021. Over three years and 320,000 followers later, she shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.

Emily first joined Twitch back in January 2016 when she was 19 years old and working at CVS as a way to play games and make friends. Speaking to Complex about her rise to streaming fame, she said she’d always been a lover of video games, inspired by her dad’s love of games, and an avid user of streaming websites with live chats, citing the now-defunct Stickam.

While being live 24/7 is a challenge, EmilyCC has taken on the task in stride, adjusting when necessary. When she’s asleep, she still leaves her stream on, running chat-based games like Words on Stream to keep her audience engaged even when she’s in dreamland. The dedication is real. — KS

1. Cinna

Platform: Twitch

Followers: 512K

Known For: Gaming and IRL streams.

There may not be another streamer with more momentum than Cinna in 2025. The winner of The Sapphire Award, or the best female streamer trophy, at The Streamer Awards ceremony in 2024 is well on her way to becoming a fixture in your daily streaming diet.

If you watched any stream of a popular creator, there was a chance you saw Cinna collaborating or commiserating on your screen. Her infectious energy, despite her claims of not being a social butterfly, attracted not only a community that loves her but also invited as many crossover possibilities imaginable: from hanging out with the boys at AMP or FaZe Clan to streams and plans with Imane “Pokimane” Anys and Rachell “Valkyrae” Hofstetter to her hangouts with Nick “NMP” Polom and Emily “ExtraEmily” Zhang, Cinna’s brand of entertainment was togetherness.

To call Cinna unfiltered may be too generous of a description. She speaks her mind and dishes as much as she takes from her audience, but there’s a sincerity to all of it. Tune in to watch positivity in its most authentic form and a lot of yelling at things, but stay for a girl who’s so self-aware and so transparent that you can see yourself becoming homies with her. 2024 may be the year Cinna blew up, but for someone who stumbled into this, she may just become the new face of streaming. – TL

In a previous version of our 25 Up-And-Coming Streamers You Need to Know article, we used the wrong image for Deshaefrost. The image has been corrected and we apologize for the mistake.