Part-Time Streaming 101

If you’re a part time content creator and you’re struggling to manage your time, that doesn’t mean you’re a failure, you might just need to change your tactics. One of the most important aspects of being a part-time content creator is setting realistic expectations. If you are working another job or have other obligations outside […]

Variety content as a form of self-expression: iHasCupquake

You’ll often hear that variety content can hinder your growth, but it can do the opposite for you if you take the right approach. If you’re interested in becoming a creator or feeling stuck or tied to one game or content format, give yourself space to explore! In this video created specially for the Lightstream […]

TikTok LIVE Gaming: Setting Yourself up for Success

Every seasoned streamer knows that each platform has very different systems for success, so getting started on a new platform can be a daunting task. Luckily, the TikTok LIVE Gaming team were kind enough to share some of their insights into building success on TikTok LIVE. Optimize your TikTok LIVE layout experience If you’ve streamed […]

Social Media 101

You already know what social media is so let’s skip that bit and begin with why it’s so important to use it as a content creator. Social media can be viewed as a way to engage with your audience, disseminate more of your content, & funnel your audience to your other content or community spaces. […]

Audience Interaction 101

Being a content creator isn’t just about creating content – it’s also about building & interacting with your audience. Whether or not your content is real-time (like live streaming) or not, you engage your audience through comments/replies on social media, interacting in community spaces like Discord or Reddit, & more. For live streamers, connecting with […]

Creator Branding 101

The concept of branding can be a little daunting but we’ve put together a guide on the basics for you! Whether you’re preparing for your streaming debut or rebranding – we’re here to help! Table of Contents What is Branding as a Content Creator? Think of content creator branding as two segments that make up […]

How to Comply with Twitch TOS when Simulcasting

Simulcasting was recently added to Lightstream Studio! A lot of you have been making good use of this feature and we’ve had a few questions about how to comply with Twitch TOS when simulcasting. TOS can be a little confusing to wrap your head around, so let’s break down some basic rules for Simulcasting from Twitch. The […]

How to Simulcast from your Xbox or PlayStation Without a Capture Card

Simulcasting is here! Since Lightstream was acquired by Xsolla, we’ve had a few questions about what this means for you, as a Lightstream user. To put it simply, the acquisition helps the team at Lightstream update our product and get to work on the features you’ve been asking for. We’re super excited to share that you can […]

Lightstream Launches Console Simulcasting

Since Lightstream was acquired by Xsolla, we’ve had a few questions about what this means for you, as a Lightstream user. To put it simply, the acquisition helps the team at Lightstream update our product and get to work on the features you’ve been asking for. We’re super excited to share that you can now […]

Overlays and Alerts on PlayStation Streams Without a Capture Card

Not everyone has access to a capture card and streaming PC, that’s where Lightstream comes in. With a Lightstream Gamer project we’re able to help you create professional looking streams on Twitch with overlays, scenes, and alerts all in the cloud! Table of Contents How to set up your PlayStation to stream with Lightstream Note: […]