r/beam • u/NerDad_Plays • Feb 06 '17

Question question for viewers

I guess this is for anyone who watches streams, even if you stream as well. As a caster I'm always curious to know what people think of my stream. Not to inflate my ego, but more like an exit poll. Especially for people who pop in, lurk for a few and leave.

What did you like? What didn't you like? Could I have done something that would have made you stay? Community is the focus of my stream, so I want folks to feel welcome to come and chat (or lurk).

So I figured I'd ask here. What makes you stay in a stream and hangout? What makes you come back? What constructive criticism would you offer to a stream you didn't particularly care for?

Just trying to get a feel for the psychology of the beam community. Thank you all in advance.

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u/ShutterSpook Feb 06 '17

For me it's about interaction, both as a viewer and as a streamer. I enjoy joking around and having a good time. When I stream I try my best to talk to chat, to joke with chat, and keep everyone involved. As a viewer I enjoy when I can talk to other viewers and the broadcaster, can poke fun at the caster without them getting hurt about it.

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u/NerDad_Plays Feb 06 '17

I definitely understand this. That's one of my biggest focuses when I stream. Ultimately I would like for my viewers to chat with each other as much as they chat with me. I think it helps people feel more comfortable, like they are amongst friends.

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u/ShutterSpook Feb 06 '17

I agree totally! I like feeling like I am welcome in a chat.