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 of […]
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 […]
Twitch vs YouTube is a hot topic for aspiring and established content creators everywhere. They’ve long been two of the most popular streaming platforms on the internet, each with its pros and cons – but, which one is better for you? Let’s take a look at the differences and similarities between these two video platforms. […]
Picture this. You’ve spent weeks preparing for your first-ever live stream on Twitch. You’ve picked the perfect game, found the perfect stream settings, and even practiced your commentary. When you start your stream, you realize that your upload speed is much too slow. The stream starts lagging and buffering, and all of your hard work […]
There is certainly no shortage of live streaming platforms in 2022, so beginners looking to start broadcasting online might feel a bit intimidated by the vast number of choices available. Between major names like Twitch and YouTube Live to lesser known platforms like Kaltura and Wowza, there are endless options. In the hope of easing […]
Twitch has seen explosive growth over the last few years, rounding up at over 140 million users at the start of 2022. Of those 140 million, 9 million are actively streaming content in some form, and are producing media on almost a daily basis. What does that mean for you? Well, it opens up a […]
Stand with us The people of Ukraine have shown great courage and perseverance. Creative Solutions has a team based in Ukraine with whom we have been working during this challenging time. They have shown us the strength and hope of their people. We stand by their side and intend to share their story as well […]
Believe it or not, there’s more to live streaming on Twitch than turning on your webcam and launching a game; in fact, there are a number of ways that you can actually customize your Twitch channel to make it more visible and appealing to viewers. From creating a custom Twitch overlay, to optimizing your channel […]
Background music really adds to the mood and polish of your Lightstream Studio live streams. But if you play songs you don’t own the rights to, you can get your VOD muted, have your live stream shut down, or worse – get your channel banned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hU2TOwqa1p0 So what music can you play during your streams? […]
