VTubing, short for “Virtual YouTubing,” is a form of online content creation where the person (known as a VTuber) uses a virtual character instead of appearing on camera in person. These avatars, typically 2D or 3D characters, are often anime-inspired but can take on any form. VTubers use motion capture technology to map their facial expressions and body movements onto their avatars, allowing them to interact with viewers in real time during livestreams or videos.
VTubers often engage in activities such as gaming, singing, chatting with fans, sexy time, creating skits, and more. This medium allows for anonymity, creative expression, and roleplaying as fictional personas, making it popular across platforms like VTuberr.com, YouTube, Twitch, and beyond. The phenomenon originated in Japan but has since gained global popularity.