Live Streaming platforms
Explore a comprehensive list of live streaming platforms analyzed by Esports Charts and Streams Charts, featuring gaming and IRL content from the most popular services. The page also includes a detailed overview of other existing live-streaming platforms worldwide. If you're looking for alternatives to Twitch, YouTube Gaming, or other major platforms, discover your options here.
Key sources
- Esports Charts is analyzing the platform
The most reliable platforms providing highly accurate numbers regarding their viewership data and proved to be open for cooperation with Esports Charts research and analytics team. Esports Charts utilizes statistics from most of these platforms for reports and esports trend analysis.
| Platform | Popular Content | Supported Devices | Socials | Region | Stream Stats |
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
MacOS
Playstation
Xbox
iOS
Android
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International
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Twitch stats | ||
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Gaming
IRL
Music
Sport
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PC
MacOS
Playstation
Android
iOS
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International
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YouTube stats | |
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IRL
Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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International
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Kick stats | ||
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IRL
Gaming
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PC
iOS
Adroid
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South Korea
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SOOP Korea stats | ||
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IRL
Gaming
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iOS
Android
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International
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Gaming
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PC
Android
iOS
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International
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Trovo stats | |
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News
IRL
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PC
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International
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Rumble stats | ||
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
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South Korea
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CHZZK stats | |
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IRL
Sport
Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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International
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SOOP stats | |
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IRL
Gaming
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PC
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Japan
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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SteamTV stats | |
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Esports
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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News
IRL
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PC
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South Korea
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Sport
News
IRL
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PC
TV
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South Korea
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
Android
iOS
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SEA , Brazil
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NimoTV stats | ||
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Gaming
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Android
iOS
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India
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Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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India
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Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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International
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IRL
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Android
iOS
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Taiwan
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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IRL
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iOS
Android
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Europe , CIS
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IRL
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PC
Android
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International
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
iOS
Android
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International
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IRL
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iOS
Android
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China
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IRL
Art
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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Vietnam
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Secondary sources
List of platforms we separate from the overall tournaments statistics due to our own viewership coefficient calculation algorithms (for example - broadcast rating in China). Also, the list includes some platforms that don't display the amount of viewers and don't provide data for analytics.
| Platform | Popular Content | Supported Devices | Socials | Region | Stream Stats |
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
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South Korea
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Bigo Live stats | ||
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
iOS
Android
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China
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Gaming
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PC
Android
iOS
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China
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
iOS
Android
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China
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IRL
Music
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PC
Android
iOS
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China
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IRL
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PC
iOS
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China
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News
Sport
Music
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PC
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Japan
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
iOS
Android
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China
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IRL
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PC
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China
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IRL
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PC
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China
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IRL
Music
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PC
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Japan
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IRL
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Android
iOS
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Japan
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IRL
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PC
Android
iOS
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Japan
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PC
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International
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Closed platforms
| Platform | Popular Content | Supported Devices | Socials | Region | |
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
Android
iOS
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Japan
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Music
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PC
Android
iOS
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South Korea
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Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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Brazil
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IRL
Music
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India
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Gaming
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Android
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India
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Gaming
IRL
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PC
Android
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China
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IRL
Music
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PC
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China
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Gaming
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PC
Android
iOS
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China
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Gaming
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PC
MacOS
Xbox
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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Europe , North America
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Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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Taiwan , Thailand , Vietnam
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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Taiwan
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Gaming
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PC
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China
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Gaming
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iOS
Android
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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PC
iOS
Android
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SEA
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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IRL
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Android
iOS
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International
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IRL
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Android
iOS
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Japan
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IRL
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PC
Android
iOS
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Japan
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Gaming
IRL
Music
Art
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PC
Android
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International
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Gaming
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PC
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International
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IRL
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PC
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International
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Gaming
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International
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FAQ
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Which is the best platform for esports streaming?
Twitch remains the most popular platform for esports streaming, offering a large, active audience and extensive features tailored to gaming. YouTube Gaming follows closely, thanks to its integrated content features like video archives and community tools.
Starting in 2023, Kick has entered the esports scene with its streamer-friendly monetization policies, and TikTok Live is rapidly gaining traction for its mobile-first approach.
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What are the popular streaming platforms for IRL content?
- Twitch: Known for its robust community engagement and IRL category, Twitch is widely used for diverse, real-life streams.
- YouTube: Offers long-form IRL content with tools like video archives and integrated monetization options.
- TikTok Live: A top choice for mobile audiences, spontaneous streams and a highly interactive environment.
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What are the popular streaming platforms for political content?
- Rumble: Known for its focus on free speech and political discussions.
- YouTube: Offers a wide audience reach for political commentary and live discussions.
- Twitch: While primarily for gaming, Twitch has a growing audience for political debates and commentary.
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Which platform is best for a mobile audience?
- YouTube: Its vast user base and mobile-friendly app make it a leader in mobile streaming.
- Facebook: Popular for localized mobile communities and gaming.
- TikTok Live: A rising star for mobile users, known for its viral, interactive content.
- Local platforms: In regions like India, platforms such as LOCO and Rooter are growing in popularity for mobile esports and casual streams.
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Which live streaming platforms offer monetization options?
Platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and Kick have well-established monetization programs, including subscriptions, ads, and donations. Many platforms also allow third-party integrations for additional revenue streams, making it easier for creators to earn based on their audience and content.
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What are the differences between Twitch, YouTube Live, and Facebook Gaming?
- Twitch: Focuses on live interactions with advanced chat features and community tools like emotes, points, and Hype Trains.
- YouTube Live: Offers excellent video quality and archive capabilities, making it ideal for creating evergreen content alongside live streams.
- Facebook Gaming: Tailored for casual gamers and community engagement, with strong regional audiences and mobile support.
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Which live streaming platforms have the best community engagement features?
- Twitch: Leading in community interaction with live chats, polls, channel points, and features like Hype Trains.
- YouTube: Provides community tools such as comments, live chats, and video premieres.
- TikTok Live: Highly interactive, with features like virtual gifts, live Q&A, and duet streams.
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What are the most popular platforms in China?
- Douyu: One of China’s largest platforms focused on gaming and esports content.
- Huya: Known for its massive user base and focus on professional esports and entertainment streams.
- Bilibili Live: Offers a mix of gaming, anime, and cultural content with strong engagement tools.