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| − | '''Mixer''' is a live streaming platform formerly known as '''Beam.Pro''' and owned by Microsoft since August, 2016. |
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| + | '''Mixer''' is a Video game live streaming platform owned by Microsoft. The service officially launched on January 5, 2016 as '''Beam''', but was renamed to '''Mixer''' in May 25, 2017. |
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| − | ==External links== |
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| − | * [https://www.mixer.com Official site] |
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| + | == History == |
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| + | On August 11, 2016 Beam was purchased by Microsoft for an unknown amount.<ref>[https://money.cnn.com/2016/08/12/technology/microsoft-buys-beam/index.html "Microsoft acquires gaming startup run by 18-year-old" - CNN Business]</ref> |
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| + | On May 25, 2017 Microsoft announced the renaming of "Beam" to Mixer as the previous name could not be used globally.<ref>[https://www.thurrott.com/games/116915/microsoft-renames-beam-mixer-adds-new-features "Microsoft Renames Beam to Mixer, Adds New Features" - Thurrott]</ref> |
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| + | == Features == |
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| + | === Sparks<ref>[https://watchbeam.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000983366-What-are-Sparks-and-How-do-I-use-them- Sparks Information Page]</ref> === |
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| + | Sparks are a site wide currency, you can earn this currency by streaming or watching other livestreams. Sparks can be redeemed to unlock perks such as creating teams and launching skills on a channel. |
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| + | === Embers<ref>[https://watchbeam.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360033481692-What-are-Embers- Embers Information Page]</ref> === |
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| + | Embers are a site wide premium currency, usually purchased. Embers can be used to support Partnered streamers. |
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| + | == Twitch Poaching == |
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| + | Over 2019 Mixer has secured contracts to stream exclusively on their platform with large Twitch streamers. Current speculation shows that further attempt are currently taking place with numerous other large streamers. |
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| + | |+Notable Ex-Twitch Streamers |
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| + | !Channel Name |
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| + | !Total Viewers |
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| + | !Total Followers |
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| + | |Ninja |
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| + | |27,500,000+ |
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| + | |2,500,000+ |
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| + | |- |
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| + | |Shroud |
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| + | |4,000,000+ |
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| + | |650,000+ |
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| + | |- |
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| + | |King Gothalion |
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| + | |525,000+ |
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| + | |90,000+ |
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| + | |} |
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| + | == References == |
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| + | <references /> |
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[[Category:Mixer streamers| ]] |
[[Category:Mixer streamers| ]] |
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[[Category:Streaming services]] |
[[Category:Streaming services]] |
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Mixer is a Video game live streaming platform owned by Microsoft. The service officially launched on January 5, 2016 as Beam, but was renamed to Mixer in May 25, 2017.
History
On August 11, 2016 Beam was purchased by Microsoft for an unknown amount.[1]
On May 25, 2017 Microsoft announced the renaming of "Beam" to Mixer as the previous name could not be used globally.[2]
Features
Sparks[3]
Sparks are a site wide currency, you can earn this currency by streaming or watching other livestreams. Sparks can be redeemed to unlock perks such as creating teams and launching skills on a channel.
Embers[4]
Embers are a site wide premium currency, usually purchased. Embers can be used to support Partnered streamers.
Twitch Poaching
Over 2019 Mixer has secured contracts to stream exclusively on their platform with large Twitch streamers. Current speculation shows that further attempt are currently taking place with numerous other large streamers.
| Channel Name | Total Viewers | Total Followers |
|---|---|---|
| Ninja | 27,500,000+ | 2,500,000+ |
| Shroud | 4,000,000+ | 650,000+ |
| King Gothalion | 525,000+ | 90,000+ |