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by Escapade5160 9 days ago
It's in YouTube's best interest to only show users content they're interested in. Replace the word algorithm with users and you'll have a more accurate representation of how YouTube actually works. The reason those videos didn't get the love they deserved is because they're niche content, the 10 minute review videos appeal to a wider audience and therefore gain more traction.