Austin Hargrave, better known as Peanut Butter Gamer or PBG, was born on July 25, 1990, in Dallas, Texas. His passion for gaming started at a young age, and he quickly became immersed in the world of video games. Growing up in Texas, he spent countless hours playing games and developing his skills as a gamer.
In 2009, Austin decided to take his love for gaming to the next level and create a YouTube channel. He started by uploading his first video, titled "Top 10 Weirdest and Creepiest Video Game Characters." The video garnered a positive response from viewers, and this motivated Austin to continue creating content for his channel.
As PBG, Austin began to gain popularity for his entertaining and humorous gaming videos. He captured the attention of over 2 million subscribers with his reviews and adventures in popular games such as Zelda, Minecraft, and Diablo. His unique style and engaging personality set him apart from other gaming YouTubers, and he quickly became a fan favorite in the gaming community.
One of the things that set PBG apart from other YouTubers was his series where he would find random games at Goodwill and play them for his followers. This series became a hit among his fans, and it further solidified his reputation as a creative and innovative content creator.
In addition to his YouTube channel, Austin is active on social media and has a strong presence on Twitter. He created his Twitter account in 2009 and has amassed over 330,000 followers. On his Twitter account, he shares updates about his gaming adventures, as well as humorous commentary on YouTube culture and gaming trends.
Austin's tweets often showcase his comedic personality and unique perspective on the gaming world. His witty remarks and engaging content have endeared him to fans across social media platforms, making him a respected figure in the gaming community.
Aside from his online persona as PBG, Austin is a down-to-earth and humble individual. He has a close-knit family and credits them for supporting him throughout his journey as a content creator. After spending his early years in Texas, Austin eventually moved to Seattle, Washington, where he currently resides.
Throughout his career, Austin has worked with other prominent YouTubers and gamers. In 2019, he collaborated with fellow gamer Chadtronic for a video outside of a game store. Their partnership was well-received by fans, and it showcased Austin's ability to connect with other content creators in the gaming community.
As PBG, Austin continues to grow his online presence and entertain his audience with his unique brand of gaming content. With his creativity and passion for gaming, he has solidified his place as one of the top YouTubers in the industry.