Every month, around 2 billion people use the video platform YouTube. Among them are numerous content creators in the gaming sector. We at MeinMMO present to you in the following list the top 9 largest gaming YouTubers in Germany.
The top list is based on the following criteria and is current as of April 21, 2022:
- The ranking is determined by the number of subscribers
- The majority of videos on the respective channels fall under the category “Gaming”
- The videos are in German
Place 9: HandOfBlood
- YouTuber: Maximilian “HandOfBlood” Knabe
- Subscribers: 2.3 million
- Video views: 879,797,678
- First video: April 21, 2011
- Channel: YouTube.com/HandOfBlood (via YouTube)
Who is HandOfBlood? Maximilian Knabe, also affectionately called “Hänno,” has been active on the platform since 2011, making him one of the veterans. He produces elaborate gameplay videos with exciting edits and entertainment.
During his videos, HandOfBlood dresses up according to the respective games and often slips into the role of his game character. It is not uncommon for his videos to reach 1 million clicks. The YouTuber does not focus on a specific game on his channel – he basically offers you a mixed bag, like the ones you used to get from the kiosk.
Additionally, HandOfBlood established an esports team in January 2022 with which he aims to participate in tournaments of the MOBA League of Legends.
The most successful video of the YouTuber:
Place 8: Arazhul
- YouTuber: Roman “Arazhul” Fink
- Subscribers: 2.41 million
- Video views: 2,617,309,397
- First video: March 8, 2013
- Channel: YouTube.com/Arazhul (via YouTube)
Who is Arazhul? Roman Fink, aka Arazhul, was initially known for his Minecraft videos. There, he completed challenges or showcased exciting events. Nowadays, the YouTuber plays many different mobile games or well-known titles like GTA 5.
During his videos, the 24-year-old always appears upbeat and enthusiastic. Additionally, Arazhul had an active second channel with Roblox videos until last year. However, that has been discontinued since February 2011.
Furthermore, Fink is an author and has published comics about his crazy adventures as “Arazhul” in the Minecraft style.
The most successful video of the YouTuber:
Place 7: PietSmiet
- YouTuber: A group consisting of 5 people:
- Peter “Pedda” Smits
- Dennis “Brammen” Brammen
- Christian “Chris” Stachelhaus
- Sebastian “Sep” Lenßen
- Jonathan “Jay” Apelt
- Subscribers: 2.46 million
- Video views: 3,092,109,577
- First video: March 19, 2007
- Channel: YouTube.com/PietSmiet (via YouTube)
Who is PietSmiet? PietSmiet consists of a crazy group of 5 men. The group either met during school or university and decided in 2011 to turn their eponymous YouTube channel into a group project, where they entertain their viewers with Let’s Plays together.
Over the years, this funny group project has developed into its own company, which Peter Smits and Dennis Brammen manage together. They bring all sorts of videos to their YouTube channel – whether it’s game shows, quizzes, or challenges in games like GTA 5 or Minecraft.
With their 5 different personalities, there is something for every viewer, and the group generates approximately 20 million views per month. Additionally, the group operates a Twitch channel and three more YouTube channels where they regularly release content.
The most successful video of the YouTubers:
Place 6: SpontanaBlack
- YouTuber: Marcel “SpontanaBlack” Eris
- Subscribers: 2.66 million
- Video views: 775,226,398
- First video: February 2, 2015
- Channel: YouTube.com/SpontanaBlack (via YouTube)
Who is SpontanaBlack? SpontanaBlack is the gaming channel of the largest German streamer: MontanaBlack. However, Marcel Eris uploaded his first gameplay video on his main channel on March 14, 2013, showcasing Call of Duty: Black Ops (via YouTube).
While he hasn’t released any videos on his MontanaBlack channel for a year, there is regular content on SpontanaBlack. There, highlights from his streams are uploaded, featuring particularly funny or epic moments from games.
Especially Fortnite and role-playing games for GTA 5 are currently posted on SpontanaBlack, but now and then, you can also find a Call of Duty video there.
The most successful video of the YouTuber:
On the next page, we continue with the top 5 of our list.
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