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{"meta":{"keywords":"codemiko, code, miko, vtuber, pc, tower, outfitted, cutting-edge","description":"CodeMiko and What it Takes to Become a VTuber"},"active":true,"show_in_home":true,"show_as_recent":false,"show_as_popular":false,"_id":"6065c84a4a0db54fa4c81636","aid":"codemiko","article_image_alt":"CodeMiko and What it Takes to Become a VTuber","big_image_path":"codemiko-big.jpg","date":"04/01/2021","elements":[{"content":"<p>Popular VTuber CodeMiko’s recent trouble with Twitch has shown us the staying power of virtual influencers and what the future holds for gaming tech as a whole. Needless to say, a <strong>custom PC tower</strong> outfitted with cutting-edge components is almost a necessity in the VTubing space. </p><p><br></p><p>In case you are wondering what a “virtual influencer” is or have never heard of <a href='https://www.twitch.tv/codemiko' data-mce-href='https://www.twitch.tv/codemiko'>CodeMiko</a>, fear not. Below we will briefly summarize the recent Twitch-related drama surrounding this VTuber, and the implications she has for the wider streaming community and VR technology as well.</p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><h2>The World of Virtual Influencers</h2><p>You could theoretically watch hours of Twitch and YouTube streams a day and still have no idea who or what a virtual influencer is. This relatively new genre of online entertainment involves the use of sophisticated equipment and various motion capture and streaming softwares, in order to generate a virtual avatar that does everything an actual streamer does.</p><p><br></p><p>As of right now, there is a wide variety of quality in the VTuber world, ranging from simple character overlays that replace a streamer’s likeness on-screen, to fully realized characters that post selfies on Instagram, host live streams inside of a vibrant virtual world, and who even possess backstories and complex personalities.</p><p><br></p><p>CodeMiko falls into the latter category. Exploding in popularity in recent months, this Twitch VTuber represents a glitchy video game character that oozes style and personality, lives in her own robust virtual world, and has almost 50K Instagram followers as of March 2021. The product of a woman known only as The Technician, this popular streaming character has hosted Twitch mega-stars like <a href='https://www.twitch.tv/pokimane' data-mce-href='https://www.twitch.tv/pokimane'>Pokimane</a>, and routinely entertains tens of thousands of viewers per stream.</p><p><br></p><p>CodeMiko is one of those Twitch personalities that is often pushing the envelope when it comes to the platform’s TOS. A series of gaffes has landed her in hot water with Twitch in recent months, culminating in a 30-day ban involving the accidental leak of an email address during a stream. Only recently was this ban lifted, but during this downtime, there was a massive outcry for her return. CodeMiko’s unique form of entertainment has garnered quite the following, which reveals how VTubing is not only going mainstream, but will soon become a norm in the streaming world.</p><p><br></p><p>The idea of a virtual streamer or influencer might seem absurd in a sense if you aren’t familiar with them. What’s the appeal? Wouldn’t you rather just watch a real live person rather than a motion-captured video game character?</p><p><br></p><p>However, virtual characters like Miko have several advantages over traditional streamers that may indicate that this is the future of platforms like Twitch. For instance, at the press of a button, Miko can pop in and out of different outfits or summon a variety of props out of thin air, some of which are naturally hilarious. Being able to have full control over the world around you means endless opportunities for entertainment.</p><p><br></p><p>Much like the colorful characters and heroes of the games we play, virtual avatars simply offer a greater degree of personalization and depth, with far less work involved to make these changes happen.</p><h2><br data-mce-bogus='1'></h2><h2><br data-mce-bogus='1'></h2><h2>Blurring the Lines Between Reality and the Digital World</h2><p>With the growing pressure for streamers to offer a polished, high-quality experience and the fact that the gaming community already relates to virtual characters given how they drive the gameplay and narratives of our favorite games, it only makes sense that VTubing is the next logical step in the evolution of gaming entertainment, where reality and the world of gaming synthesize.</p><p><br></p><p>CodeMiko represents the next generation of digital entertainment, combining the relatability and personality of a streamer with the interactivity and infinite possibilities of a gaming environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Streamers have made strides to get viewers more involved with the streams themselves, such as through reward-based donations, text-to-speech alerts, and on-screen subscriber tickers. However, VTubing offers a whole new way to potentially interact with fans and create an immersive experience for them. The Technician behind CodeMiko has stated that she is interested in creating an entire “game world” where fans could potentially interact with Miko in real-time on stream in a 3D environment, not unlike VR Chat. Fans could accompany her on missions and even fight bosses together.</p><p><br></p><p>We may be looking at an entirely new world of digital entertainment, where you no longer just watch a streamer work their way through a dungeon in a game you love. Rather, they enter the dungeon and bring you with them, for a truly interactive and immersive experience.</p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p>","id":"p0","sort_index":0,"type":"paragraph"},{"alt":"clx-gaming-pc","content":"clx-gaming-pc.jpg","id":"img1","sort_index":1,"type":"image"},{"content":"<h2><br data-mce-bogus='1'></h2><h2><br data-mce-bogus='1'></h2><h2>Thinking of Becoming a VTuber? A Custom PC Tower is a Must</h2><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><p>After hearing about CodeMiko’s success, you might be tempted to jump into VTubing yourself. Although the prospect of creating a digital avatar and live streaming with it might sound daunting, it’s actually not as difficult as you might think to get started. While there is no combination of hardware and software that will automatically enable you to do exactly what Miko does, the right equipment and apps can certainly get your foot in the door.</p><p><br></p><p>Here is a quick checklist of some of the important items you will need:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>A high-definition webcam.</li><li>A decent microphone.</li><li>An avatar. There are actually several places online where you can purchase 3D avatars for this very purpose. With apps such as <a href='https://vroid.com/en/studio' data-mce-href='https://vroid.com/en/studio'>VRoid</a>, you can also create one yourself.</li><li>Facial motion capture software. <a href='https://denchisoft.com/' data-mce-href='https://denchisoft.com/'>VTube Studio</a> and <a href='https://store.steampowered.com/app/870820/Wakaru_ver_beta/' data-mce-href='https://store.steampowered.com/app/870820/Wakaru_ver_beta/'>Wakaru</a> are popular options right now.</li><li>Streaming software like <a href='https://obsproject.com/' data-mce-href='https://obsproject.com/'>OBS</a>.</li><li>Your streaming platform of choice.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Of course, none of this will get you far without a powerful <strong>custom PC tower</strong> at the heart of the operation. Think about the processing power and memory needed to stream to begin with without even considering a virtual avatar and any related software and effects. If you want to be able to stream without experiencing any issues, you need a gaming PC that is equipped to handle the job.</p><p><br></p><p>With a properly configured <a href='https://www.clxgaming.com/gaming-pc/gmra00000045mk/' data-mce-href='https://www.clxgaming.com/gaming-pc/gmra00000045mk/'>custom gaming PC</a> from CLX, you will be able to stream your favorite games and jump into the world of VTubing as well. Many modern AAA games are resource-intensive as it is, and when you add on streaming into the mix, you have to make sure your gaming rig is up to the task.</p><p><br></p><p>Here at CLX, we put together state-of-the-art <strong>custom PC towers</strong> that feature the latest in industry-leading tech. From powerful processors like the Intel® Core™ i9-10980XE X-Series 3.00GHz and AMD Ryzen™ 9 5950X 3.4GHz 16-Core, to unstoppable GPUs like the NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 3090 24GB GDDR6X.along with flexible motherboards and powerful cooling options, not to mention more than enough memory, we enable gamers to craft a truly luxury-PC experience with ease.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in exploring the possibilities of VTubing or simply want a powerful custom PC for gaming that is VR-ready, take a look at our <a href='https://www.clxgaming.com/gaming-pc/gmra00000045mk/configure' data-mce-href='https://www.clxgaming.com/gaming-pc/gmra00000045mk/configure'>custom PC builder</a> or give us a call at 855-490-2569 for more information.</p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p><p><br data-mce-bogus='1'></p>","id":"p2","sort_index":2,"type":"paragraph"}],"mid_image_path":"codemiko-mid.jpg","sid":"pc-gaming-esports-news","small_image_path":"codemiko-small.jpg","sub_title":"Popular VTuber CodeMiko’s recent trouble with Twitch has shown us the staying power of virtual influencers and what the future holds for gaming tech as a whole","title":"CodeMiko and What it Takes to Become a VTuber"}
