Top Minecraft Players in World 2023

In the world of video games, one title has undeniably captured the imagination of millions and shaped its own kingdom of creativity, adventure, and limitless possibilities. That title, of course, is Minecraft, a world where players can dream, build, and explore to their heart’s content. In the vast and ever-changing landscapes of this pixelated universe, some have risen above the rest. These are the champions of Minecraft, the true craftsmen of block and pixel, the legends whose names echo through the virtual valleys. In 2023, we find ourselves in the wonder of the extraordinary gamers, unwavering dedication, and awe-inspiring worlds these players have crafted. We have set up a grand stage of Minecraft greatness, where we reveal the 15 Best Minecraft Players of 2023, each of whom has carved their own unique legacy into the record of this beloved gaming world.

The Best Minecraft YouTubers in 2023

17. Wadzee

Name	Jesse Wadsworth
Date Of Birth (Age)	July 16, 1998
Net Worth	$1 Million
Residence	Melbourne, Australia
Nationality	Australian
YouTube Subscribers	4.81 Million

Jesse Wadsworth, widely recognized as WadZee, is a 23-year-old gaming enthusiast hailing from Australia. He’s made a name for himself in the gaming community, particularly through his stunning Minecraft gameplay videos. Jesse doesn’t just stop at one channel as he has a presence on two YouTube channels and regularly engages with his 42.3K Twitch followers. While his journey began with Fortnite content in 2019, his pivot to Minecraft content on his primary channel and reaction videos on the second channel has been a game-changer. His series on One Block Skyblock and Minecraft Hardcore has rated him to professional gaming YouTuber stardom, endearingly referring to his fans as the “Wah Wah Army.”

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16. Wisp

Name	Kit
Date Of Birth (Age)	July 21, 1999
Net Worth	$1 Million
Residence	England, United Kingdom
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	5.1 Million

Kit, widely recognized as Wisp, is a famous English YouTuber who broadcast Minecraft gaming content. While Minecraft is the primary focus of his YouTube channel, he’s also an active presence on Twitch, where he delves into personal topics such as his appearance and more. Maintaining a level of privacy, Wisp only recently unveiled his face in a video titled ‘Minecraft but every item is random…(wisp face reveal).’ Notably, Kit manages two YouTube channels, with “Wisp” being his primary hub for content creation. His remarkable journey in the YouTube world began when he hit a significant milestone of 100,000 subscribers on October 28, 2020, and his channel has since gained 4.73 million subscribers. With some of his videos passing over 800 million views, Wisp has firmed his place in the gaming and content creation community.

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15. SB737

Name	Daniel Cockett
Date Of Birth (Age)	November 11, 1997
Net Worth	$1.5 Million
Residence	Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	4.1 Million

Daniel, widely recognized by his online game name SB737, is a prominent YouTuber from England. His gaming expertise spans various well-loved titles, with a primary focus on Minecraft. However, his content diversifies to cage popular games such as Sonic the Hedgehog and Five Nights at Freddy’s. Beyond YouTube, SB737 extends his gaming endeavour to platforms like Twitch, where he’s built a dedicated following on the Penguincraft Minecraft server. Notably, he operates two Minecraft accounts, his main one, SB737, and a backup account named EimaJolum, inspired by a character from his Awesome World. SB737 has left his mark on servers like Hypixel (known for Bedwars and Skyward), Skycade (home to his Sky High series), and The Hive, where he’s crafted engaging series in games like Droppers, Murder Mystery, and Hide and Seek.

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14. Ph1lza

Name	Philip Watson
Date Of Birth (Age)	March 1, 1988
Net Worth	$1.5 Million
Residence	Newcastle, United Kingdom
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	3.08 Million

Phillip Watson, better known as Ph1LzA or simply Phil in the online gaming community. Living in England, Phil has earned a well-deserved reputation as a star Minecraft YouTuber and live streamer. What sets him apart is his status as one of the original Minecraft content creators, with Let’s Play videos that have made this blocky world a cult classic. Notably, Phil’s claim to fame came from an epic five-year journey playing Minecraft on Hardcore difficulty, which tragically ended at the hands of a baby zombie. Despite his YouTube success, Phil now primarily focuses on his career as a Twitch streamer, uploading videos to YouTube only when he’s got something truly special to share. Originally from the Netherlands, Phil later made the UK his home, where he still resides today, entertaining and inspiring Minecraft fans worldwide.

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13. Tommylnnit

Name	Thomas Simons
Date Of Birth (Age)	April 9, 2004
Net Worth	$2.2 Million
Residence	Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	24.5 Million

Thomas Simons, also known as TommyInnit, a renowned English YouTuber and Twitch streamer born on April 9, 2004. TommyInnit has earned widespread fame in the gaming community, particularly in the world of Minecraft. His YouTube and Twitch channels have seen remarkable growth due to his engaging Minecraft videos and live streams. Notably, he’s become a star figure in the Dream SMP, collaborating with fellow YouTubers and streamers. With over 24.5 million subscribers and a staggering 2.21 billion views across his seven YouTube channels as of July 2022, TommyInnit has solidified his place in the gaming universe. On Twitch, his primary channel has more than 7.2 million followers, ranking as the 13th most popular channel on the platform and the leading Minecraft-centric channel, showcasing his influence in the Minecraft gaming community.

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12. Purpled

Name	Grayson Wood
Date Of Birth (Age)	October 24, 2003
Net Worth	$300,000
Residence	Virginia, United States
Nationality	American
YouTube Subscribers	1.12 Million

Grayson, who goes by the online game name Purpled (formerly known as poolboy3 and xPoolboy), is a prominent American Minecraft content creator and streamer hailing from Virginia. He gained recognition for his gaming in Hypixel’s ‘BedWars’ gamemode, achieving impressive solo leaderboards rankings including #2 in Solo Wins and #2 in Solo Final Kills at his peak. Notably skilled in speed bridging, he has even organized a 1v1 tournament event within the game. While Grayson is a member of the DreamSMP, his content extends beyond Minecraft, with a diverse selection of games such as Fortnite, Subnautica, and Among Us becoming part of his recent gaming journey.

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11. Grian

Name	Charles Batchelor
Date Of Birth (Age)	August 9, 1993
Net Worth	$5.50 Million
Residence	English
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	8.27 Million

Charles Batchelor, widely recognized in the online gaming world as Grian, formerly Xelqua. Born in England, Grian is an enthusiastic YouTuber, renowned for his engaging Minecraft building tutorials and stunning Minecraft minigame sessions. Notably, he’s a beloved member of the thriving Hermitcraft server community. But that’s not all – Grian’s connection to the beloved Minecraft MMORPG, WynnCraft, is a significant part of his gaming legacy. In fact, he played a crucial role in its development, adding another feather to his cap in the vast Minecraft universe.

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10. Captainsparklez

Name	Jordan Maron
Date Of Birth (Age)	February 10, 1992
Net Worth	$12 Million
Residence	Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality	American
YouTube Subscribers	11.4 Million

Jordan “CaptainSparklez” Maron is a Minecraft sensation and most watched content creator who has left an memorable mark on the gaming community. With a staggering net worth estimated at around USD 12 million, he’s made a name for himself through his engaging YouTube channel, which took flight in 2013 and remains one of the most-watched gaming streams today. Known for his collaborative adventures with fellow Minecraft enthusiasts and his iconic Minecraft-themed song parodies, CaptainSparklez has developed a unique path in the gaming world. Currently ranked as the 86th most-watched Minecraft channel on Twitch, he brags over 2.1 million loyal followers on the platform and holds the esteemed title of being a Twitch partner. On YouTube, his primary channel counts 11.4 million subscribers, securing a spot within the top 100 channels in the Games category. Beyond his content creation endeavors, Maron’s entrepreneurial spirit shines as he co-founded the mobile gaming company XREAL, operates his own apparel brand, and explores his musical talents by sharing original tracks alongside his beloved parodies.

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9. George Not Found

Name	George Davidson
Date Of Birth (Age)	November 1, 1996
Net Worth	$2.5 Million
Residence	Brighton, England
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	10.3 Million

GeorgeNotFound, also known as George Davidson, is a renowned Minecraft player whose adventures in the blocky world have captured the hearts of fans on platforms like YouTube and Twitch. Alongside his Minecraft buddies, Dreamwastaken and Sapnap, he’s part of the famous Dream Team, whose popularity continues to skyrocket. With a massive following of over five million subscribers on YouTube and thousands on Twitch, George has developed a dedicated fanbase across various social media channels. His engaging content has collected an impressive 230 million collective views, and this number keeps on growing. One of his standout videos, “Minecraft, But I’m Not Colorblind Anymore…,” has already accumulated over 20 million views, making GeorgeNotFound a true sensation in the Minecraft gaming community.

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8. xNestorio

Name	Nestor Galarza
Date Of Birth (Age)	December 21, 1998
Net Worth	$8.56 Million
Residence	Atlanta, Georgia
Nationality	American
YouTube Subscribers	5.42 Million

Nestor Galarza, widely recognized as xNestorio in the gaming world, hails from Ecuador and has gained immense popularity for his engaging Minecraft UHC content. Born on December 21, 1998, Nestor is celebrated for his in-game experimentation videos that showcase the fascinating possibilities within the Minecraft universe. In one of his notable videos, “Minecraft, But I Can Hire YouTubers,” he collaborates with fellow YouTube creators to conquer Minecraft challenges, presenting his innovative approach to the game. Another standout video, “Minecraft, But There Are Custom Blocks,” boasts over 9.6 million views, further firming Nestor’s status as a prominent figure in the Minecraft community.

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7. Jojosolos

Name	Johana
Date Of Birth (Age)	September 9, 1999
Net Worth	$1 Million
Residence	Alberta , Canada
Nationality	Canadian
YouTube Subscribers	40.7 K

Jojosolos, affectionately known as Jojo, a professional player in the MC Championship (MCC). Jojo is no stranger to this competitive Minecraft event, recognized for her diverse content and exciting collaborations with fellow creators, especially her remarkable Among Us performances. Beyond MCC, she’s made her mark in SMP Earth and is a proud member of the Certified Homie crew, where she competes alongside her fellow MCC competitor, Kara Corvus. Jojo’s journey in MCC is filled with outstanding achievements, including winning MCC R, where she and her teammate Blushi earned the recognition of being the sole non-canon champions invited to join MCC AS. Notably, Jojo became the first non-canon player to participate in the official MCC events, kicking off with MCC 21. Her skills in the game has led to victories in two canon events, securing her a well-deserved spot in the MCC hall of fame after conquering MCC 25 and MCC 31.

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6. Sapnap

Name	Nicholas
Date Of Birth (Age)	March 1, 2001
Net Worth	$900k
Residence	Orlando, Florida, United States
Nationality	American
YouTube Subscribers	4.66 Million

Nicholas, also known as “Sapnap,” is a 20-year-old content creator from the Lone Star State of Texas, USA. His journey in the world of online gaming and entertainment took flight with a video titled “Minecraft, But It’s Raining Cats And Dogs…” Despite having just ten videos under his belt, Sapnap has quickly risen to fame, collecting an impressive 3.4 million subscribers on his YouTube channel in less than two years. Meanwhile, on Twitch, he’s earned a dedicated following of over 2.2 million fans. Sapnap’s content is primarily centered around the sandbox adventure game, Minecraft, but he also dabbles in other gaming experiences on his Twitch channel. He’s particularly known for creating entertaining Minecraft challenge videos, often featuring his pals Dream and GeorgeNotFound.

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5. Fruit Berries

Name	Josh
Date Of Birth (Age)	August 28, 2002
Net Worth	Unknown
Residence	Alberta , Canada
Nationality	Canadian
YouTube Subscribers	586K

Fruitberries, often simply called Fruit, is a well-known Minecraft player who regularly participates in the MC Championship. He’s gained recognition for his engaging videos and live streams where he excels at speedrunning, parkour, demonstrating impressive movement techniques, and showcasing his skills in player-versus-player (PVP) battles within the game. Fruit’s talents extend beyond Minecraft, as he plays variety of games, including VALORANT and others within the same genre. Initially gaining fame for his trap designs and strategies in Ultra Hardcore and other Hypixel game modes, Fruitberries brings a diverse set of skills and experiences to the gaming world. Notably, he is part of the exclusive House Builder Gang, along with fellow members like PeteZahHutt, Illumina, Punz, and TapL, who all participate in the MC Championship tournament.

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4. IlluminalHD

Name	Kye Riddell
Date Of Birth (Age)	July 19, 1999
Net Worth	$1 million
Residence	Canada
Nationality	Canadian
YouTube Subscribers	616K

Meet Kye Riddell, better known by his online nicknames, IlluminaHD, Illumina1337, or simply Illumina. This popular Minecraft enthusiast has made a name for himself as a skilled speedrunner in the Minecraft community. He’s not just any gamer, though, Illumina is also a close friend of the Dream Team, adding to his reputation in the gaming world. Rising to fame at the young age of 22, Illumina’s live Twitch streams have charmed audiences with his Minecraft adventures. Renowned for his Minecraft content creation and gameplay, Illumina’s mastery in the kingdom of Minecraft is particularly notable. He’s celebrated as a Minecraft speedrunning expert, bragging a world record for Random Seed Glitchless Pre 1.9, clocking in at an impressive 23 minutes and 53 seconds, all without the assistance of the F3 key, achieved on January 1, 2021.

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3. DanTDM

Name	Daniel Robert Middleton
Date Of Birth (Age)	8 November 1991
Net Worth	$35 million
Residence	Aldershot, United Kingdom
Nationality	British
YouTube Subscribers	28.2 Million

Daniel Robert Middleton, popularly known as DanTDM, a renowned Minecraft player and content creator born in the United Kingdom. Born on November 8, 1991, Dan, now 31 years old, has gained a staggering 28 million subscribers through his stunning Minecraft Custom Mod Adventures and Minecraft Hardcore series. Although he used to create daily content, he now delivers videos on a weekly basis. Beyond his gaming journey, Dan’s personal life is equally fascinating. He’s happily married to Jemma Middleton, and together, they have two children named Asher and Miles Middleton. Moreover, DanTDM has taken his Minecraft adventures to a whole new level with his own show, “Challenge DanTDM,” which can be enjoyed on Sky Kids. His journey through the pixelated world of Minecraft has charmed the hearts of millions and continues to inspire players and fans worldwide.

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2. Dream

Name	Clay
Date Of Birth (Age)	August 12, 1999
Net Worth	$10 million
Residence	Florida, United States
Nationality	American
YouTube Subscribers	31.9 Million

Dream, whose real name is Clay, emerged as a central figure in the Minecraft community and online gaming world. After years of hiding his identity behind a white smiley face mask during livestreams, he revealed his face to his followers in October, causing a sensation with a video that garnered a staggering 57 million views before it was removed. Dream embarked on his YouTube journey in February 2014, where he initially shared videos of his adventures in the blocky world of Minecraft alongside his friends. His content soon evolved to contain Minecraft mysteries, challenges like MC Monday, and streaming his SMP (Survival MultiPlayer) sessions with George and Sapnap. Dream’s rise to fame accelerated when he created a video about PewDiePie’s seed in the popular survival series, attracting over 2.7 million views in July 2019. In December, Dream introduced the first Minecraft Manhunt, a thrilling challenge where he had to outplay George and defeated the Ender Dragon, which quickly gained 10 million views and marked the beginning of a successful series. Notably, he also engaged in a memorable duel with Technoblade, one of the best PvP (Player vs. Player) fighters, narrowly falling short in an intense showdown.

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1. Technoblade

Name	Alex
Date Of Birth (Age)	June 1, 1999, 23 years old
Net Worth	$13 million
Residence	San Francisco, California, United States
Nationality	American
YouTube Subscribers	16.6 Million

Technoblade, also known as Techno, was a prominent American gamer and YouTuber celebrated for his engaging Minecraft content and his extensive collaborations with fellow YouTubers and Twitch streamers. He was a valued member of the renowned Minecraft server, Dream SMP, where he developed a tempting rivalry with another Minecraft content creator and tournament competitor, “Dream.” Tragically, on June 30, 2022, at the tender age of 23, the Minecraft community mourned the loss of this extraordinary minecraft talent.

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