STREAMING
WHAT STREAMING SOFTWARE DID WE CHOOSE?
We chose OBS Studio, why?
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Easy accessibility
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Beginner friendly
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Not so limited features
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Compatible to many devices
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Allows interaction with viewers
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Connectivity to other platforms and applications
EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR LIVE STREAMING
In order to start live streaming, it is necessary for streamers to create their stream setup as it helps in improving their stream. But as a beginner, it’s not required to invest much in the equipment since your career is just getting started. With that being said, it is a must to identify the right equipment that a streamer should have based on the content that they chose as it makes the quality of their work better, which helps in attracting many viewers.
1. DEVICE
In creating a successful live stream, the first thing that you would need is a device where you can stream. Most streamers use a PC or Laptop with a minimum of 8GB RAM since having this allows them to have a smoother stream. Smartphones can also be used to stream with the help of applications available in the webstore.
2. INTERNET CONNECTION AND SPEED
Almost everything that has something to do with gadgets or accessing something online needs to be connected to the internet and this includes live streaming. Live Streaming is streaming media in which it is recorded and being broadcasted in real time, therefore a strong internet connection and speed is a must if you want to provide your viewers with and upload high quality streams and to avoid buffering, connectivity issues, and other major issues.
3. WEBCAM
Most of the streamers out there show their faces as it allows their audience to see their reaction while streaming. This is optional equipment that you’ll need as it still depends on your preference on how you are going to stream.
4. MICROPHONE
A microphone is a needed equipment when streaming since it guarantees the interaction between you and your viewers. Not only is it used for interaction, but it can also be used differently depending on the content type, types of streaming content requiring the use of microphones such as - mukbangs, asmr, gaming, etc. Mukbangs and ASMR videos use microphones to produce/emphasize sounds that draw out physical response and appear satisfying to viewers. One must also keep in mind the types of microphones since it may vary depending on the content you will use it for. Of course, having high quality microphones makes you sound clear and easier to understand.
5. HEADPHONES/HEADSET
Headsets and headphones are recommended as a need for streaming since it makes it easier for one to hear what is currently occurring of the game they are playing and it simply adds to the experience. Headsets are not only for streaming but they can also be used for music. Just like the other equipment, one must consider owning a good pair of headphones since it also affects the quality of what you will hear.
WHAT ARE THE FACTORS WE CONSIDERED?
1. RELIABILITY
In choosing the streaming content, we considered the relatability between the content and the viewers. We put our perspectives on the shoes of our possible audiences, and asked ourselves what is something they would be interested in, and that is how we came up with gaming. Gaming is something that the majority can enjoy and relate to, with all the different possibilities and purpose it can provide you.
2. ENTERTAINMENT AND EXPERIENCES
The entertainment and experiences brought by gaming goes both ways for the content creator and the viewers. The creator gets entertainment by doing his interests and hobby, which in this case is playing video games and alongside, the viewers also get entertained by watching their favorite creators. This also applies to the experience a game provides. Content creators and their viewers share an experience throughout the journey of a gameplay.
3. MAINSTREAM/POPULARITY
Recently, a lot of video games have been growing and increasing in popularity, games such as Genshin Impact, Cookie Run Kingdom, Roblox, MOBA Games, and a lot more. Choosing content that has something to do with one of the biggest field in the internet right now means it would be easier to find audiences.
4. VIEWER DEMOGRAPHICS
The entertainment and experiences brought by gaming goes both ways for the content creator and the viewers. The creator gets entertainment by doing his interests and hobby, which in this case is playing video games and alongside, the viewers also get entertained by watching their favorite creators. This also applies to the experience a game provides. Content creators and their viewers share an experience throughout the journey of a gameplay.