NBA commissioner wants broadcasted basketball games to feel more like Twitch streams
If sports looked more like video games, younger audiences may be more willing to tune in.
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Twitch will soon offer limited-time discounts when viewers initially subscribe to partners and affiliates
Streamers will still get the full amount.
Twitch is getting interactive extensions, including virtual pets and monetization through Amazon
The feature goes live today.
Violent video games likely won’t be considered for the Olympics, only sports titles
“We want to promote non-discrimination, non-violence, and peace among people. This doesn’t match with video games, which are about violence, explosions and killing. And there we have to draw a clear line,” IOC president Thomas Bach said.
Twitch to broadcast one of the biggest pro wrestling events in the world
The event will be streamed live from Mexico.
The Microsoft Office World Championship sounds like an esports satire—but it’s real
Welcome to the Docx games.
Tespa plans to give away $1 million in esports scholarships and prizes this academic year
Collegiate esports organizations are going to have a big year.
Discord video chat and screen sharing rolls out today—for select users
A test run will roll out for five percent of players using Discord.
Trailer for Community creator Dan Harmon’s esports comedy released ahead of Aug. 30 debut
Arin Hanson and Dan Avidan from Game Grumps star in the show.