Twitch is a popular live streaming platform focused on video game live streaming, though it also includes streams of other creative content. Here are some key points about Twitch:
- It was launched in 2011 as a spin-off of the general streaming service Justin.tv.
- On Twitch, gamers can live stream themselves playing video games and engage with viewers through chat in real-time.
- Popular games streamed include Fortnite, League of Legends, Call of Duty, Minecraft and many more.
- Besides gaming, Twitch also hosts streams of artwork creation, music performances, talk shows and other creative activities.
- Viewers can subscribe to channels of their favorite streamers and support them financially through paid subscriptions and bits (channel donations).
- As of 2023, Twitch has over 31 million average daily visitors and 8.5 million active streamers monthly.
- Big esports tournaments and gaming events are often live streamed on Twitch.
- Amazon acquired Twitch in 2014 for $970 million.
- Partners and top streamers can monetize through ads, subscriptions, bits and sponsorships on Twitch.
- It faces competition from live streaming on YouTube, Facebook and other platforms.
So in summary, Twitch popularized the ability for anyone to easily live stream their gameplay and content to a dedicated audience of engaged viewers.
