Masoud Teymouri

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When did you start making videos?

I started making videos in 2020, during the pandemic.

What made you decide to start your own gaming channel?

Back in 2014, I started my job as a video game journalist and wrote for many video game media and outlets until 2019. As of the time, I was eager about sharing my own personal views on video games without any limitations in the form of content. So I found my passion in making video game essays. During the pandemic, I quit my full-time job and finally had the time to start my Youtube channel.

Do you work outside your streaming channel? If yes, what is it that you do?

Currently, I work as the Executive Editor of Vigiato, one of the most popular entertainment websites in Persian.

What was the turning point for you that made you realize you could make money and possibly make a living out of streaming?

Youtube is not my main streamline of money. Yet, I still find myself enjoying making video content as it’s easier to connect with my audience.

Who are your biggest inspirations in the Youtube community?

I love GMTK’s video essays and Noclip documentaries on video games.

What type of games do you like to make content?

I love to make videos about the games which had an influence on the industry in the past. 

Did your audience change in any way what type of games you usually make videos about?

I find it 50/50 on what you want to create and what your audience wants to watch – So yes.

Did any game surprise you during stream? For better or for worse?

Stray was on of the games that surprised me so much during my let’s play session. I got interested when it was announced, but even loved it more the first time I played it.

What was the funnier, most entertaining game you have ever played on your channel?

I had real fun while playing Pacific Drive.

What would you think is your greatest achievement as a youtuber? Both personally and/or professionally?

I try to cultivate my knowledge with every video and also educate my audience with big and smaller details in the game.

What were your biggest mistakes when you started making videos?

Trying to be perfect in every aspect. Sometimes you just have to embrace your blind spots and learn to improve over time. No one is perfect in their first stream/video.

Do you feel pressured (or ever felt pressured) to deliver content to your followers? If yes, how did you manage to balance that and still be able to continue?

I try to avoid making videos as fast as possible. Instead, I try to learn more about the game and deliver content in the best and most informing way.

Have you ever thought about quitting Youtube? If yes, what made you keep going?

Yes, but seeing how many people are enjoying my work makes me look forward to the future. Basically, I go and read people’s comments on my older videos to see where I first started.

How do you deal with trolls and haters in the comments and on your social networks?

I think the capacity for hate comments increases while you grow your audience and find your voice. Basically you become more confident in what you do and start to see hate comments as less annoying after a while.

What is the thing that you like the most about making videos?

Finding a community that shares the same passion with me.

Right now, what is bringing you more joy and more revenue: Twitch or YouTube?

I quit Twitch after streaming for about a month. So, I had more joy and revenue from content creation on Youtube.

What is your biggest goal as a Youtuber?

To be able to influence other creators and educate my audience about the game industry.

What tips can you give to starting streamers that you wish you had when you were starting out?

To take the criticisms with a grain of salt and believe in your path.

What is your opinion about the future of Youtube? What do you think needs changing so the community can still grow and the creators can continue making a living out of it?

I see it as a part-time job, so I can’t imagine living life solely on the streaming side. But, I think good content can find its audience and community nevertheless.

What can someone expect from your live stream when they find your channel for the first time? Tell us in a small paragraph (or two).

I think people would find it informative and fun to watch, especially if they’re deeply interested in the behind the scenes of the video game industry.

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