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‘Changing Paths’: Jerma announces full retirement from Twitch streaming to his fans

Jerma985, a well-known content creator, has amassed a large following base through his YouTube videos and Twitch streams since 2011. However, he now considers himself “totally retired” and regards it as a casual side job.

During a rare live on May 27, long-time admirers questioned Jerma if he intended to return to the streaming scene. He confirmed that he is still retired and will not take it as seriously as before. He claims that he has reached the point where he no longer regards streaming as a viable professional option. Instead, he approaches it based on his own whims and desires.

Jerma’s path as a content creator began in 2011, when he began making YouTube videos. Later, he joined Twitch and became one of the platform’s most popular streamers, gaining 1.44 million followers over time. In his 13-year career, Jerma has streamed hundreds of different games, demonstrating his adaptability and diverse interests.

Jerma has logged almost 5,000 hours of streaming since fully migrating to Twitch in 2016. According to Twitch Tracker, he has an average viewership of 7,534 and peaked at 101,270 on August 21, 2021, at the co-streaming event “Jerma Dollhouse.”

During a stream in August 2023, Jerma discussed his retirement from Twitch and outlined the reasons for his choice. He indicated a wish to prioritize his health and create more YouTube content. Jerma clearly aims to explore new routes while still catering to his devoted fan base.

Jerma’s evolution as a content creator can be traced back to his early days, when he rose to prominence with his Team Fortress 2 films. These videos not only delighted viewers, but also raised money for non-profit organizations. Given his past, it is clear that he is eager to get back to creating YouTube video.

Jerma985, who has retired from serious streaming, continues to interact with his fans via his casual side gig. He is currently concentrating on producing YouTube content and addressing his own well-being. Despite his retirement, his passion for entertaining his audience remains unshakeable.