Before I’ve even clicked on the video, I notice the thumbnail is quite bland. It doesn’t really make me think much when I look at it, and doesn’t make me feel intrigued. I think it could be improved with some text, providing a bit of context to the video. Be careful with the text, however. A trick that I’ve had shared with me a couple times is never repeat the text in the thumbnail and title. Make sure it’s related, but not the same. Based on the title, I’d consider adding some question marks around your Minecraft skin maybe, but I’m not sure.
#Seeking first impression of new video
past kettle
The title is good. This is from a perspective that I’ve not clicked on the video yet. It intrigues me and makes me think What is this server? And I think you did a pretty decent job with the title. While there is definitely room for improvement, I’ve learnt that choosing a title gets easier as you go along, and it will become easier for you as you learn what works for you, what your viewers like etc.
So far (I’m 2 minutes into the video) it’s really entertaining. I’m enjoying the video so far. It’s somehow both relaxing and extremely chaotic at the same time and I love it. I really like your editing style!
I’ve subscribed and I look forward to seeing more content like this ❤️
Also referring back to your original message, you should be very happy with the end result. I personally loved the video and can see it going FAR. Good luck my friend, I look forward to seeing the subscribers lining up.
past kettle
I think I must’ve seen the previous version. This version is definitely an improvement, but there’s still room to work. The thumbnail doesn’t really provide me which much information as to what the video is about. I’d maybe put something like one of the pokemon or mobs from the video in or something just to tease that the video isn’t what the viewer probably expects - just another SMP. Minecraft is a very difficult topic to make YouTube videos of because it’s so popular. You need to make sure that you stand out and that your video is the one people should click on. Your video is the best for the viewer. And thumbnail and title are a huge part of that. As well as intro, but I thought your intro was pretty good.
graceful flax
What exactly is unique about the server? I'm not seeing it from the thumbnail