Microsoft’sMixer serviceprovides a great alternative to Twitch for game streamers looking to broadcast in high quality and with additional layers of interactivity, and the service is about to get even better.Mixer and Lightstream Studio have partneredto deliver new customization options that make even the newest streamer look like a professional.
Available now in beta for Mixer partners and Mixer “Pros,” the Mixer and Lightstream Studio integration allows Mixer streamers to add images, text, and overlays to their stream as well as switch between different feeds without having to use any special software. Instead, all they need to do is route their Mixer feed through Lightstream Studio — which is browser-based — and they can control these elements of their stream from their computer, phone, or tablet. The service even gives you the option to control your stream’s audio feed on the fly and add the “live soon” screens you see on professionals’ streams before they actually start playing games.
You don’t need to be streaming PC games for the Lightstream integration to work with Mixer, either. you may use it with the built-in Mixer integration onXbox One, as well, so you don’t even need to download extra software to get started.
If you want to try Lightstream Studio but aren’t interested in using Mixer, the service is also available for Facebook Live, Twitch, and YouTube. Tutorials are available on theofficial websiteto get you started, and Lightstream Studio offers native support for popular streaming tools like Streamlabs, StreamJar, and Muxy. Just don’t quit your job until you’ve built up a following first, as the number of tools at your disposal can make it appealing!
