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Reading Time: 3 minutesTwitch is dedicated to cultivating creativity and innovation within its developer community. To this end we have collaborated with Amazon Web Services to launch the Twitch Extensions AWS Credits Program. The aim of this program is to provide selected developers the opportunity to create proof-of-concepts for new and interesting Twitch Extensions. Those approved will receive […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWe’re adding some (literal) character to the default profile pic. Today we updated the default lightning bolt profile image with some new personalities. These characters have made a cameo or two on Twitch before, and now they’re here to spruce up the old default profile pic. You can choose one of seven new image options […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesWe’re publicly releasing the nearly 30 million inactive usernames that were used on Twitch’s predecessor, Justin.tv. These highly coveted names have been unavailable since we retired the Justin.tv brand a few years ago, but we’re excited to finally make them available again. You’re welcome, xXNewbLord07Xx. To commemorate this, we’re resetting the 60-day rename cooldown on […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesShortly after TwitchCon we began introducing new features that make it easier for you to show love to your favorite streamers with Bits and Subs. Today, we’re happy to announce the next: starting now, you’ll be able to buy Bits with PayPal in the US and the EU (see the full list of countries in […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesGet your hit stick ready, because this week’s Twitch Prime Legend is Houston Oilers bruiser Earl Campbell, with an 83 OVR! Normally running backs try to avoid defenders, but Earl Campbell just ran right through them. Drafted #1 by the Oilers in 1978, he had an immediate impact on defender’s bodies and the league as […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesFor over 25 years, professional wrestler Tommy Dreamer has pushed his body to the limit to entertain audiences worldwide. He helped change the face of wrestling as we know it during his years as the “Innovator of Violence.” Now he’s about to do it again as his promotion, House of Hardcore, airs live, exclusively on […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesTwitch prime offers up the game that PAX founders, Gabe & Tycho, deemed “a national treasure”. If you’re not a Twitch Prime member, you can sign up for a free trial at twitchprime.com. DubWars is an action-packed arcade shooter that successfully combines music and gaming in a way never seen before. The game has been […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you watched the TwitchCon Keynote, you might remember which announcement got the loudest cheer from the crowd: Subscription Gifting. We said it would be here in time for holiday shopping, and now we’re here to deliver! Starting today, you can gift 1-month subs to anyone on Twitch! Since TwitchCon, we’ve been on a mission […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes“Creators first” isn’t just one of Twitch’s values; it’s at the center of everything we do. And this year at TwitchCon we announced three new features for creators like you. The first feature, Raids, launched shortly after TwitchCon. And today we’re so excited to tell you more about Achievements and Stream Summary, and how they’ll […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteExample of a follow action in an Extension — a button initiating a native follow confirmation box Good news for all Extension developers! We’re making it easier to enable Twitch functionality within Extensions, starting with follows. You can now prompt users to follow specific channels within your Extension while maintaining the flexibility of creating a design and […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesTwitchCon was home to many competitions, but beyond the H1Z1 arena teeming with screaming fans and streaming celebrities, past the expo floor with mobile gaming showdowns and esports exhibition matches, one fierce fight was tucked away from the rest. At the end of a hallway, only dull chatter and the click-clack of keyboards could be […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesCalling all esport gamers, fans, viewers, and diehards! Streaming live from London, November 13th at 8:30pm GMT is NOW TV’s 2017 Esports Industry Awards event. Tune in to see the movers and shakers of competitive gaming — Recognition will be given players, game publishers, media, hardware providers, live events organizers, and personalities. AboutEsports competition is, at it’s […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe were so inspired by the TwitchCon Cosplay Contest finalists that we decided to dust off the sewing machine and raid the local hardware store, only to find ourselves in a sticky situation. Don’t wind up like us with your Glitch superglued to your clothes and a glitter explosion. Check out this month’s spotlight to […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesGet ready to rush for one billion yards, because this week’s Twitch Prime Legend is Seahawks LT Walter Jones, with an 83 OVR! Big Walt was a GOAT offensive linemen. He was a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and a four-time All-Pro. He was called for holding only six times in his career, and gave up […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesEver thought about what you’d say to your viewers if you could customize the message your followers see when you start a stream? If not, the time is now: custom Go Live Notifications are here! You can now personalize the way you announce your stream is live. So, no more generic “[Insert your name] is […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesTo celebrate the launch of their new 24/7 channel on Twitch, Machinima is inviting all of us over for a nice chicken dinner. They’ve already been on Twitch for a while, but now Machinima is taking their programming to the next level by featuring curated gaming and fandom content 24/7, along with two hours of […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesLaunching today: buying Bits in our mobile apps. Coming Soon: Subscription Gifting and Bits purchase with PayPal. Hey, Twitch community. I don’t think we say it enough: we love all the streamers out there who make Twitch the amazing place that it is. We know you do too. Many of us show that love by subscribing […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesThere’s more precious plunder coming for Prime members! Starting now, Twitch Prime members will find a gleaming Golden Classic Card Pack* waiting for them in Prime Loot. Every card in this special card pack will be golden! Harth’s gonna lose his mind when you open this one! If you’re not a Twitch Prime member, you […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCalling all Battlerite fans, we’ve got a treat for you! Starting today, you can get Battlerite Gems and an exclusive in-game content bundle on Twitch. For those of you that are not familiar, Battlerite is a team arena brawler packed with pvp combat. Choose your champion and team up with friends and jump into combat. […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesHave you ever discovered a cool show and thought…I could watch this all night if it had Twitch chat? Dumb question, of course you have. We have too. That’s why we’re psyched to share a few new channels on Twitch that feature non-stop programming 24/7. We recently announced FailArmy and The Pet Collective’s channels, and […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis week, in honor of Veterans Day (Nov 11), we’re showing love and appreciation to veterans and their communities all week! We’ll be highlighting a variety of Partners on the front page, and engaging with our community on social media. Further below in this blog, we’ve also provided a list of awesome charities that support […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesDon’t call it a comeback! This week’s Twitch Prime Legend in Madden Ultimate Team is Buffalo Bills WR Andre Reed, with an 83 OVR! From 1985–1999, Reed pwned opposing D’s with his shifty moves, sticky hands and clutch plays. He ranks near the top in nearly all NFL career receiving categories, ranking 10th in receptions, […]