2020 is YouTube Gaming's biggest year, ever: 100B watch time hours

YouTube Gaming has its biggest year, ever, in 2020 with 100B watch time hours and 40M+ active gaming channels. Here, we break down the moments that defined gaming on YouTube this year. We're living turbulent times. Despite the ups and downs from 2020, many have turned to gaming on YouTube as a way to find connection, entertainment, and to share moments with friends and loved ones during these trying times. Through it all, we’ve connected even more deeply with gaming creators — some even had their biggest year ever on YouTube in 2020. As the year comes to an end, we’re reflecting on the moments, creators and trends that defined gaming on YouTube in 2020.