Meet Félix Lengyel, the high-energy streamer better known to millions as xQc.
He’s one of the world's most-watched creators, posting everything from chaotic gaming sessions to reaction content on Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
In this blog, we’ll explore who xQc really is—from his background and rise to fame to his personal life and what makes him so unique.
How old is xQc?
As of 2025, xQc is 29 years old and will be celebrating his 30th birthday later in the year. Born on November 12, 1995, that makes him a classic Scorpio.
Where is xQc from?
xQc is a proud Canadian, originally from Laval, Quebec.
His screen name is even a cool nod to his roots—the 'x' comes from his first name, Félix, and the 'QC' stands for his home province, Quebec.
xQc's family and personal life
xQc is super close with his brother, Nicholas, and has Hungarian roots. Before he blew up online, he was studying business but decided to drop out and chase his streaming dream.
His love life has been in the spotlight too, especially his long-term relationship with fellow streamer Adept. But fame has its downsides; he’s even had to move back to Canada after scary swatting incidents made him fear for his safety.
xQc's journey as a creator
xQc's success is all about his wild energy and knack for keeping things interesting, whether he's deep in a game or just chatting with his fans.
- He started out streaming League of Legends after dropping out of college but blew up when he switched to Overwatch.
- After a successful run as a pro gamer, he went all-in on full-time streaming and became a top variety creator on Twitch.
- He was the most-watched streamer on Twitch for three years in a row from 2020 to 2022.
- In 2023, he signed a massive $100 million deal with Kick, proving he's one of the biggest names in the game.
What kinds of followers does xQc have?
xQc's audience is mostly made up of teens and young adults who live and breathe internet culture. They're the kind of people who are always online, catching up on the latest gaming news and memes.
His followers are huge fans of gaming, from competitive esports to whatever new game he's trying out. They love his chaotic energy and are super active in his community, watching his streams for hours.
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