As Twitch grows increasingly popular amongst the gaming community, more and more streamers are looking to broadcast their gaming chops to the wider world. Up until now, most of the attention was aimed at the PC and console gaming world. XBOX, PlayStation, and modern gaming rigs have (historically) dominated the market due to their […]
Twitch used to just be for gaming, but with the recent introduction of Twitch IRL Streaming, gaming is now simply one of the many thousands of topics routinely explored on the platform. So let’s take a look at this relatively new (and ragingly popular) streaming category on Twitch. To find out how you can start […]
Ever wondered how to stream on Twitch? This ultimate guide will walk you through everything you need to know step-by-step. At Lightstream, we love Twitch. With over 2 million daily viewers and a whopping 64% year-over-year increase, Twitch is no doubt the leading platform for live streaming. They’re home to millions of content creators across […]
When broadcasting your Xbox gameplay to Twitch with Lightstream Studio, showing your face is essential to engaging with viewers. It’s easy to open Lightstream in your browser and add your computer’s connected webcam, but for those who want to stream without their computer next to them and still benefit from the overlays & notifications of […]
Accepting tips from viewers is a great way for streamers to start monetizing their stream – especially if you haven’t made Twitch Partner status which unlocks additional revenue channels. With Rainmaker.gg, you can easily accept tips via your creator site. Once you have setup tips in Rainmaker, just make sure the “Profile Tip Button” option […]
Playstation 5 is coming out this week and it will have the capability to live stream your gameplay to services such as Twitch and Youtube. The Playstation 4 “Share” button has been renamed to “Create” for the Playstation 5, but the functionality remains relatively the same. Sony’s hardware power can push the limits for console […]
There are two main ways people are connecting online: Video Conferencing and Live streaming. They’re similar, but the differences are important to know when deciding which is right for you.
Everyone who works at Lightstream believes in the power of creators and helping them see their vision come to life. That’s why we’re all so invested in live streaming. Starting a live stream may seem daunting at first, but here are tips from the Lightstream Crew when you go live. Don’t stress about not being […]
Whatever you live stream about, we want to make sure you know it’s easy to fundraise directly in your stream without ever leaving Studio: Tiltify is a third party integration tool that easily pulls into your stream as a layer in Studio. You pick from more than 600 charities, and create a fundraiser as an […]
Ready to hit live? Whether it’s your first live stream or you’re a pro, run through this checklist to make sure you’re set up for the best experience possible: Plan the story arc: what do you want to happen over the course of your stream, and in what order? Map it all out, or develop […]