The Losers

Channel Overview and Formation

The Losers is a collaborative gaming channel on YouTube operating under the handle @loser.mp4, established on October 8, 2020^[1]^[6]. The channel features a four-person ensemble consisting of Paul (NotPaulGG), Connor (ConnorIGL), Tanner (TanManChan), and Mason (known as Skratch or M0bsters)^[3]^[8]. The group describes themselves as "a 4-player gaming channel focused on comedy and fun" with the tagline encouraging viewers to "join the Losers Club"^[1]^[2].youtube+3 youtube

Channel Performance and Analytics

As of October 2025, The Losers has accumulated substantial metrics across their platform presence. The channel maintains 205,000 subscribers with over 77.2 million total video views^[4]. Recent data shows consistent daily viewership growth, with view increases ranging from 22,000 to over 100,000 views per day throughout September and October 2025^[4]. The channel produces content with an average video length of 33 minutes and has published over 418 videos since inception^[4].vidiq Monthly earnings estimates for the channel range between $2,000 to $5,000 based on current viewership patterns and engagement metrics^[4]. The channel ranks in the top 6% of gaming channels on YouTube within their subscriber tier and maintains a position in the top 9% of United States-based channels^[20].reddit+1

Content Strategy and Gaming Focus

The Losers primarily creates gaming content centered around popular titles including Grand Theft Auto 5 (GTA 5) and Minecraft^[11]. Their content format typically involves competitive challenges, hide-and-seek variants, racing competitions, and collaborative building projects. Popular video themes include "Face to Face" racing challenges, prop hunt variations, and creative building competitions in virtual environments^[21]^[22]. youtube+3 Recent video titles demonstrate their focus on interactive gaming experiences such as "Sardines Hide and Seek But You Draw Your Hints In GTA 5," "If You Spin It, You Battle With It In GTA 5," and various Minecraft survival and building challenges^[11]^[16]. The group's content emphasizes collaborative gameplay with comedic commentary and competitive elements between the four members. youtube+1

Individual Members and Dynamics

Paul serves as one of the primary content creators and maintains multiple individual channels including @NotPaulGG and @PaulGG^[7]. Connor operates his personal channel @ConnorIGL and has relocated to a different state while starting a family^[10]^[12]. Tanner maintains @TanManChan and is recognized for contributing to the channel's comedic direction^[14]. Mason, known by his gaming handle Skratch, operates @M0bsters and has been acknowledged by the community for his contributions to group dynamics^[13]. youtube+1 x+2 The group's interpersonal relationships and on-screen chemistry form a central component of their content appeal, with members frequently engaging in competitive banter and collaborative challenges that drive viewer engagement^[3]. youtube

Monetization and Brand Partnerships

The Losers has established partnerships with several brands to support their content creation. Notable sponsorship relationships include Manscaped, which has sponsored videos while supporting testicular cancer awareness through partnerships with organizations like TCS Society^[19]. The channel also maintains an affiliate relationship with GFuel, promoting Paul's signature shaker cup product through their content^[19]^[23]^[24]. youtube+2 Additional revenue streams include their Patreon platform, where subscribers can access uncensored content, bonus episodes, and exclusive material including podcasts and behind-the-scenes content^[15]^[17]. The Patreon reached a milestone of 2,000 paid members, indicating strong community support for premium content offerings^[15].youtube youtube

Community Engagement and Social Media Presence

The channel maintains active social media presence across multiple platforms, with individual members operating personal Twitter accounts alongside the main channel's social media strategy^[19]^[23]. The group uses Instagram (@thelosersyt) to share additional content and maintain community connections^[5].instagram youtube+1 Community engagement extends beyond traditional social media through fan-created content, including clips shared on platforms like Reddit and community-generated highlight reels^[3]. The channel encourages viewer participation through community challenges and interactive content that incorporates audience suggestions and feedback. youtube

Evolution from Previous Projects

The formation of The Losers emerged from the members' previous involvement with other content creation ventures. Paul and Connor previously participated in channels associated with Hi5 Studios, including Get Good Gaming, before establishing their independent collaborative project^[12]^[18]. This transition allowed the creators to pursue content aligned with their personal interests while maintaining creative independence.reddit+1 The channel represents an evolution in collaborative gaming content, building upon the members' established individual audiences while creating new content that showcases their combined creative abilities and interpersonal dynamics^[9].youtube.fandom