{"id":4625,"date":"2022-07-18T22:11:07","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T16:41:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flintzy.com\/blog\/?p=4625"},"modified":"2024-12-11T16:09:51","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T10:39:51","slug":"how-pewdiepie-became-the-most-subscribed-person-on-youtube","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flintzy.com\/blog\/how-pewdiepie-became-the-most-subscribed-person-on-youtube\/","title":{"rendered":"How PewDiePie Gained 111M Subscribers on YouTube"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is no surprise that Gaming is one of the most lucrative niches on YouTube. PewDiePie is the most beloved name in the gaming industry. But the question here is: How PewDiePie Became the Most Subscribed Person on YouTube? How did a Swedish gamer gain such beloved popularity across the globe? How did he become one of the most beloved creators on the platform?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/c.tenor.com\/85P73qbFXxIAAAAd\/pewdiepie-wow.gif\" alt=\"Pewdiepie Wow GIF - Pewdiepie Wow Incredible GIFs\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have broken down the strategy he used in his successful journey to fame for you:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>STARTED AS A GAMER- A POPULAR NICHE ON YOUTUBE<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PewDiePie first appeared when gaming content like &#8220;Let&#8217;s Play&#8221; was blowing up. Gameplay videos are such that people have to watch the entire video. These videos last longer than other video genres, typically more than 15-20 minutes. Moreover, gamers upload their videos in a series almost every day. This encourages YouTube&#8217;s algorithm to give such videos a boost by directing more audiences to such channels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/c.tenor.com\/BkC_8xuDt14AAAAd\/meme.gif\" alt=\"Meme GIF - Meme GIFs\" width=\"672\" height=\"477\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But more than just this contributed to his popularity. PewDiePie&#8217;s videos were incredibly entertaining. He built on &#8220;Let&#8217;s Play&#8221; videos and made it huge with his funny humor and uniqueness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Minecraft Multiplayer Fun\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9jeJbdVl2jI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>ADDS HIS OWN FLAVOUR TO HIS CONTENT<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He injects just the right amount of sincere emotion and humor to spark a thrivingly positive response from his viewers. He adds his own unique flavor to even controversial video topics. Fans fell in love with his funny dramatics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"BAN PEWDIEPIE! \ud83d\udcf0 PEW NEWS\ud83d\udcf0\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eHYkTUmsJlY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>STAYED CONSISTENT<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By posting daily, PewDiePie was able to garner a large following in a small amount of time. His consistency paid off when YouTube began recommending him on its home page. Here\u2019s how you too can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flintzy.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/04\/how-to-get-your-video-featured-on-the-youtube-homepage-2022\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get your videos featured on the YouTube homepage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>RECOGNIZED THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGAGING HIS AUDIENCE<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pewdiepie has one of the most loyal fanbases. He <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/MkVZf2qaA70\">plays Fan-made games<\/a>, reviews and reacts to their memes, connects with them on other social media sites, and is constantly reaching out to them with charity, donations, and events. He listens to their concerns and modifies his content to meet their needs. In return, \u201cThe Bro Army\u201d loves him just as much.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"THESE FAN GAMES ARE INSANE! (Fridays With PewDiePie - Part 119)\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RkTL4sVjhTo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>COLLABORATIONS<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with his fans, he also understood the value of interacting with other creators. From close friends to KSI to MrBeast, PewDiePie continued making videos with other YouTubers. This helped both him and his friends, growing both of their fan bases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Reviewing Memes With KSI  [MEME REVIEW] \ud83d\udc4f \ud83d\udc4f#86\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xl125ZovpAA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Read more on: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flintzy.com\/blog\/2022\/06\/27\/19-fun-youtube-collab-video-ideas\/\">19 Fun Collab Video Ideas you can use!<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>EXPERIMENTING WITH DIFFERENT VIDEO GENRES<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PewDiePie is also known for his experimenting with different content. He makes gaming videos, vlogs, games, books, and meme review videos, among other things. His content variety appeals to a wide audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4645 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.flintzy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/18213848\/Screenshot-247-300x169.png\" alt=\"PewDiePie Became the Most Subscribed Person on YouTube\" width=\"837\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.flintzy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/18213848\/Screenshot-247-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.flintzy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/18213848\/Screenshot-247-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.flintzy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/18213848\/Screenshot-247-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.flintzy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/18213848\/Screenshot-247.png 1350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 837px) 100vw, 837px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h6><strong>STAYED ON TOP OF TRENDS<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">His \u201cPew News\u201d covered a wide range of topics. From the latest hot gossip to the most devastating news, he always had something to say. His outreaching attitude drew the attention of viewers from all over the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Reacting to Sushant Singh Rajput\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FXTgITg-UAM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PewDiePie was a natural at making people laugh because he was enthusiastic about it from the\u00a0 start. He was always himself on camera. In return, his fans too loved him best for his genuineness. PewDiePie became the most subscribed person on YouTube thanks to his passion and hard work. Hats off to his outstanding work and the countless aspiring artists he has influenced!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><i>Interested in getting your YouTube channel seen by a huge audience?<\/i> Get started here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flintzy.com\"><i>www.flintzy.com<\/i><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is no surprise that Gaming is one of the most lucrative niches on YouTube. 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