VTubers, short for “Virtual YouTubers,” are here to stay. Most newcomers are introduced to the field through popular streamers like ex-VShojo talent Ironmouse, who recently featured on bbno$’s 1-800.

From motion capture to niche content, here’s what it really takes to launch a successful VTuber career in 2025. A Vtuber is a real person behind a digital avatar, blending performance, storytelling, ...