Streamer Forsen, popular for his influence on Twitch's meme and meta scene, has signed an exclusive deal with YouTube Gaming, leaving behind 1.7 million Twitch followers, and his departure is expected to create a void in the platform's community.

Swedish streamer Sebastian "Forsen" Fors has announced that he signed an exclusive deal with YouTube Gaming, leaving behind Twitch and his fanbase that heavily influenced the platform's meme and meta culture.

Forsen took to Twitter to reveal the news, saying, "I'm excited to announce that I've signed an exclusive deal with YouTube Gaming! Can't wait to start this new chapter with my community. #YouTubeGaming"

This move comes after Forsen amassed a following of 1.7 million on Twitch, with an average of 16k+ concurrent viewers and 9.6k+ active subscriptions. Known for his impact on Twitch's meme and meta scene, Forsen's departure is bound to leave a void in the platform's community.

Twitch has yet to release an official statement regarding Forsen's departure. However, insiders suggest that the platform is concerned about losing more top-tier talent to YouTube Gaming, which has been on a signing spree of late.

Forsen's fans, known as the "Forsenboys," have had mixed reactions to the news. Some expressed support and excitement for the new chapter, while others were disappointed that Forsen would no longer be streaming on Twitch.

One user tweeted, "Forsen moving to YouTube Gaming is the end of an era. Twitch won't be the same without him."

By signing Forsen, YouTube Gaming will benefit from the streamer's massive fanbase and influence on meme culture. This exclusive deal will likely help YouTube further establish itself as a strong contender in the live streaming market, attracting more viewers and advertisers to the platform.

Félix "xQc" Lengyel, a popular Twitch streamer, shared his thoughts on Forsen's departure during a recent live stream. "I think it's a big loss for Twitch, man. Forsen's community is unique, and they bring a lot to the platform. YouTube is definitely making moves."

Other streamers have expressed similar sentiments, recognizing the impact Forsen's move might have on the Twitch community and the overall competition between the two platforms.

As Forsen starts streaming exclusively on YouTube Gaming, fans are speculating what changes might come to his content. Some believe that YouTube's more relaxed policies on certain content might allow Forsen to push the boundaries of his streams further.

Others are concerned that the shift in platforms might affect the tight-knit community Forsen has built over the years. Regardless, all eyes will be on Forsen as he embarks on this new journey with YouTube Gaming, leaving a significant mark on Twitch's history.