Twitch has faced criticism for highlighting several VTubers who do not actually stream on its platform.
Instead, these popular VTubers primarily use YouTube for their content.
As 2024 nears its end, many social media platforms have begun their year-end celebrations.
Twitch is among them, doing recaps for users and applauding creators on their platform.
During this recap, Twitch recognized Kai Cenat as the standout streamer of the year.
They also acknowledged other creators like Ironmouse and Caseoh for their achievements.
However, this praise has resulted in backlash.
Twitch drew attention for mentioning VTubers who have never broadcasted on their platform.
In the recap, Twitch highlighted Suisei as the top music VTuber and FUWAMOCO as the best overall.
Neither of these creators streams on Twitch; they primarily focus on YouTube.
Some users on social media expressed their frustration over this oversight.
One user, ProjektMelody, mentioned that it felt hurtful to overlook other winners who do stream on Twitch.
Another user added that it seems intentional to leave out creators like Melody who actively use Twitch.
This isn’t the first time that Twitch has faced issues with the VTuber community.
The platform has been criticized for new rules requiring models to be fully covered.
Many creators and fans have accused Twitch of not caring about VTubers.
The backlash against Twitch highlights a broader concern among the VTuber community. Despite celebrating some creators, many feel overlooked. Some of the creators who were left out have large followings on Twitch and actively contribute to the platform.
Twitch’s recap aimed to recognize the contribution of various creators, but by focusing on those who don’t stream on their platform, it has unintentionally alienated some of its dedicated community members.
ProjektMelody and others voiced their dissatisfaction on social media, questioning why Twitch would highlight creators who don’t engage with their platform. They argue that this decision misses the mark and fails to acknowledge those who have made significant contributions to Twitch.
In addition to these concerns, the community is still recovering from Twitch’s recent policy changes that require VTuber models to be entirely covered. This move has sparked criticism, with many creators stating that it seems the platform is not supportive of them.
Fans of VTubers have expressed that these changes signal a lack of acceptance on Twitch’s part, which has further fueled frustrations within the community. The ongoing discussions about these issues emphasize the need for better communication and understanding between Twitch and its VTuber creators.
As Twitch continues to navigate its relationship with the VTuber community, it will be crucial for the platform to address these concerns directly. Doing so can help mend relationships and foster a more inclusive environment for all creators on the platform.
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