The business of streaming games
Videos and live streams of other people playing computer games can be a massive money spinner, we explore why, and take a look at how the gaming industry continues to evolve.
We explore the world of video game streaming - where players connect their screens to platforms such as Twitch or YouTube so that fans can watch them play.
Elizabeth Hotson talks to Aoife Wilson, head of video at video game website Eurogamer who鈥檚 an enthusiastic streamer and industry watcher; she explains why watching people play games has turned into a multi-billion dollar industry.
The 麻豆社鈥檚 Faarea Masud gives a fan鈥檚 perspective, whilst Sam Matthews, CEO of e-sports brand, Fnatic gives us an insight into the money-making potential of competitive gaming. Thomas Slattery from gaming venue, Platform, in London, tells us why he thinks streaming is so important right now.
Presenter / producer: Elizabeth Hotson
Image: A gamer; Credit: Getty Images
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- Fri 8 Jul 2022 07:32GMT麻豆社 World Service
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