It takes a lot to become a successful streamer. From being able to set up equipment such as a webcam, microphone, and strong internet connection to having access to all the video games, new streamers are in a constant race to offer viewers content that’s engaging and entertaining. Streaming is about much more than simply […]
You’ve been with us on the journey, and it’s only continuing. Lightstream has been creating software that makes streaming more accessible to everyone since 2015, from the console gamer to the developer, and our team continues to find new problems to solve. We started with Lightstream Gamer, revolutionizing the way console gamers can start […]
The video game streaming industry is really interesting. Thousands and thousands of gamers, who are avid players themselves, spend hours watching others play games on Twitch and YouTube, hoping to learn some tips, tricks, and strategies to improve their gameplay. No wonder the industry is worth well more than $2 billion in 2022! With millions […]
Picture this. You’ve finally decided to become a streamer. You just purchased all of your streaming equipment, have your games and console ready, and went the extra mile to configure your streaming software and set up your Twitch account. Everything you need to stream is ready, and you hit the “go live” button for the […]
If you want to be part of the ever-growing community on Twitch, you need to know how to communicate wisely, both on your stream and while watching others. (And no, unleashing insults into the comments section is not good etiquette!) Streaming etiquette is a set of guidelines that help make the experience more welcoming for […]
If you’re thinking of starting your live stream, you may be wondering if you should do test streaming on Twitch. Test streaming is testing audio and video settings on a live stream before going live. This is important to ensure that your broadcast sounds and looks good to your viewers. Testing your live broadcast on […]
There are about 30 million active users on Twitch every single day, according to latest data, and a staggering 71 million hours of content is viewed on a daily basis. Yet, finding your audience on the platform is all but easy. Growing your Twitch channel involves hard work, talent and creativity. It’s only natural that […]
What’s a ‘gimmick’? Here’s a quick test. Think about the word ‘gimmick’. What comes to mind first? What does it mean to you? There’s some sort of a negative ring to it, isn’t there? Well, that’s how most people tend to think about the word ‘gimmick’. They usually feel it’s just a trick or device […]
Getting started as a streamer can be difficult at first, as there are just so many steps needed. Buying the proper equipment, setting up your Twitch channel, downloading the necessary software, and more, are all needed to stream. But thankfully, if you happen to stream on either Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, some […]
The long-awaited PlayStation 5 release has seen over 17 million people around the world purchase the new console, anticipating a cutting-edge gaming experience, updated graphics, and new and exciting titles. If you’ve managed to get your hands on a PS5 yourself, you may be wondering – how does PS5 streaming work on Twitch? Thankfully, the […]
