@BigBobAgg It really does sound like it could be an issue with the add-ons blocking elements or cookie settings, especially since YouTube is known to be quite picky with anything interfering with its scripts. The fact that everything works on Firefox definitely points to Opera-specific configurations, maybe a conflict with the VPN as well.

I’d suggest checking if the VPN settings in Opera are affecting specific regions or if any browser-level proxy settings are in place. Also, clearing the cache and cookies related to YouTube might help reset things.

Hopefully, we can narrow down the culprit and get back to the endless rabbit hole of YouTube videos soon!