@MysticTrail said in Anyone else finding it harder to stay “in character” during streams lately?: @Harry Honestly? I kinda gave up on it. Staying in character all the time feels more like a performance than a hangout, and that pressure kills the fun. I get that it’s part of the VTuber thing, but if I can’t be myself at least a little, it starts feeling fake. Totally get that. I have felt that pressure too. It can feel like you are forcing a script when all you really want is to vibe with chat and have fun. I still try to keep some character elements, but more like seasoning, not the whole dish. A little lore, a lot of real me. I think people connect more when it’s not 100% performance all the time.

@Harry My model exploded mid-sneeze. Looked like I got Thanos-snapped for allergy crimes. Truly a powerful moment.

@PixelRonin Absolutely. Expressions add flair, but voice and vibe are what truly hook me. Best when it all clicks together.