Twitch has revised its Drops system so that it rewards good gameplay. It’s a newly devised plan to give back to viewers.
But there’s a multi-layered benefit to the whole system now. Because Drops doesn’t just offer rewards to viewers when the streamers they’re watching play well. It also rewards developers. While also giving them a way to ensure that their games get some attention from both viewers and streamers.
Streamers also benefit from the new system, because viewers may be more enticed to watch if they’re getting something in return. Back during the Valorant beta, viewers were rewarded with beta key access for watching specific streamers.
Twitch also offers rewards in other ways. A little earlier this year it partnered with Destiny 2 developer Bungie to reward players with an exclusive emblem and shader. These were acquired by gifting two subs to any streamer who had the Destiny 2 extension enabled.
Developers can decide how Twitch Drops rewards are acquired
One of the more interesting parts of the new system is that developers have some control. Twitch has set it up so that developers can bake in how to acquire these rewards.
For example, developers can make them unlockable only after a streamer reaches a specific milestone. Say a certain number of kills in a particular multiplayer match type. Or when a streamer beats a certain boss.
It’s also possible for developers set unlocks for rewards after a certain period of time. Meaning viewers would have to watch a stream for a designated amount of time before a reward is given out.
Promoting more engagement from all sides
Because developers have more control here, rewards can be offered in any number of ways.
Viewers will obviously want these rewards. And since obtaining them may require completion of specific tasks, there is likely to be more engagement between viewers and streamers.
A streamer who may not be focused on a specific drop unlock could be convinced by viewers to complete said task. This could lead to more conversation between both sides. Which ties back into both streamers and viewers getting something out of the deal.
Streamers get more watch hours, and viewers get in-game rewards for the games they love and play. The new system is already going live as of today. Twitch’s blog doesn’t mention any specific games by name where the system is currently active.
The few screenshots it does include however showcase Sea Of Thieves. So players of that particular game may want to keep an eye out for streams which have unique rewards available.
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