Technology doesn’t always have to be directly applied to a product or service to make it better, sometimes, the development of technology can promote something and help it go viral. That is exactly what the popularity of streaming sites have done for the gaming world.
One particular streaming service has become the epicentre of video gaming streams, enabling the gaming community to watch others play, get tips and even learn about new games. Twitch is one of them and it hosts many channels streaming popular games.
What Is Twitch?
Twitch was launched in 2011 and is a website used to stream videos. From the beginning, Twitch was mainly used for streaming video gaming but today it encompasses much more with the inclusion of talk shows and even mini TV series. It is still vastly used as a way to stream video games between the gaming community – and made even more possible with the development of Twitch apps that can be downloaded onto game consoles.
In 2014, Twitch was bought by Amazon. The company has helped continue to grow and the site now has some of the busiest online traffic in North America.
Seven Popular Games Streamed on Twitch
Dead or Alive 2
There are plenty of slot games to choose from today, and some games like Super Mario even incorporate slot games within their narrative, but Dead or Alive 2 is a favourite on Twitch. This game takes the Wild West theme by the scruff o7 f the neck and reaches the outlaw or sheriff in us all. One of the reasons this slot is so entertaining and streamed on Twitch is likely to do with the inclusion of three different free spin games.
DOTA 2
DOTA 2 has a bad back from all the pats it has been getting within the gaming sphere. It combines elements of quest games with fantasy to provide a unique twist on what has gone before. If you are interested, then this awesome multiplayer game has plenty of dedicated Twitch channels for you to learn more.
League of Legends
League of Legends shouldn’t need an introduction. This online battle game can be played with friends to take on other players or to duel against computer-operated avatars. The game is suggested to be the most played game (in terms of hours) in North America and part of Europe. It’s certainly one of the most watched on Twitch.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4
Because Call of Duty games have been around almost as long as Twitch itself, there is no surprise that the game is so popular on the streaming platform. Black Ops 4 is among the most popular because it continues to upgrade on its CoD predecessors. First-person-shooter games are made for streaming sites because they give a clear view of the action.
FIFA 20
Another game made for streaming is FIFA. We already huddle around screens and in bars when the big games are on, so doing the same as two gamers battle it out is no surprise. The latest FIFA game naturally becomes the most popular on the Twitch platform due to its player transfer updates.
Minecraft
One of the reasons that Minecraft has become so popular is because it taps into the creativity of players who have to build virtual worlds. It is also open to a bigger market as it can be played by younger players compared with the gore often found in shooter games. The game may even have the likes of the SIMs series to thank for its success.
Fortnite
The Fortnight game has become a huge success and the most streamed game on the Twitch channel. One possible reason for this may be its free-for-all mode where 100 players can battle to be the last gamer standing.
Gaming as Observational Entertainment
The development of sites like Twitch, as well as YouTube channels, specific 24/7 gaming channels and even packed out gaming arenas have all contributed to turn gaming into a form of observational entertainment. Just like we grab the popcorn for a movie or the snacks for the big game, people are now doing the same to watch other gamers battle it out. The trend of observational entertainment in gaming has just taken off – and it is likely to get bigger.