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 […]
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: […]
Want to make your Twitch stream more accessible but not sure how? Adding Closed Captions to your streams is a lot easier than you might think! Contents Why is accessibility important? Simply put, making your streams more accessible helps you access a wider audience and makes Twitch a more inclusive space. Accessibility is one of […]
You may have heard that popular streamers can make some decent money live streaming on Twitch. Getting started in streaming can be a great way to start earning a bit of extra money in your free time while doing something you love. *All information, numbers, and requirements are correct at time of publishing. Table of […]
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 […]
Going through all of the right steps to stream on Twitch can be a humongous challenge, with so many elements that need sorting out. Mapping out a stream schedule, writing a catchy bio, and physically setting up your stream gear, all of it takes time and effort. But before completing the aforementioned tasks, you may […]
There’s no doubt that live streaming has become a booming trend. Between April of 2019 and 2020, hours watched by live stream audiences grew by 99% – an enormous growth period for the industry. So, how can you jump aboard the trend? Keep reading for a simple, step-by-step walkthrough of how you can begin live […]
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 […]
