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Moments is a feature that Twitch released as a Beta to a handful of creators. Whenever something cool happened in your stream, you could give out a "Moment" to those who were there to witness it. Twitch just announced they are discontinuing it as of October. I'm writing this to ask you to reconsider.

The Moment was a clip that was created when you gave the command, and allowed for some minor editing. Anyone who claimed the moment would also receive a badge, and the more moments you claimed, the more your badge evolved over time. You could even click on someone's badge to see what moments they were there for.

As a creator, I was part of the Beta for Moments. This was an INCREDIBLE tool for engaging my audience. Most of the time, the Moments were for small little silly things that happened, but it allowed for my audience members who maybe couldn't afford to sub or cheer to showcase their loyalty to the stream by having a badge that said "I'm here for all the moments." The irony of the strength of this feature was that it wasn't really for "The Moment" you were there, but for combination of all the small little moments you got to share.

Growing on Twitch is about engaging your audience and giving them reasons to come back. Moments allowed viewers who tuned in for the day the chance at "being there" for something cool. It created an opportunity for people to stick around more and watch more of my content.

Anytime something cool happened my audience would say "MOMENT?," and so much so that I made an emote for the very thing. The emote ranked #1 in both my channel and outside my channel since it's creation for me.

It's failure as a feature is rooted in

  1. The Beta was too limited. Not enough people who could benefit from it were given the chance to use it.
  2. There was not a lot of push from Twitch to help creators understand why the feature is so good.
  3. The feature needed more feedback to shape it into something truly special.

Imagine having the badge and also attaching an Emote slot to Certain Tiers. Imagine having more options to really edit the clips so that you could really encompass the Moment. Imagine having MORE MOMENTS to give out so you could be more free with giving them out.

The reason it was cut was "limited use by the community" and that they would strive to "Create features that bring value to streamers"

Moments IS that feature. The badge is such a cool function. You don't need to make it compete with Featured Clips, in fact just having them on the viewer's profile under the badge is enough.

Please reconsider axing this and please actually reach out for feedback to those of us who get access to these Beta Features.
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  • SlimKirby commented  ·   ·  Report

    I honestly didn't know about moments until earlier this year, but after interacting with a couple of stream communities that have moments enabled, I think they are actually a really cool feature and implementation of the community interface and I think it would be a great shame to flat out get rid of the feature when they could have just been better implemented and integrated. Every community I see using moments embraces them as a fun feature and I think that could definitely be great for strengthening smaller communities around truly unforgettable happenings, or....moments...if you will.

    And lastly....what a MOMENT!
  • Justango commented  ·   ·  Report

    The fact that the community has to come together to ask for them not to remove a feature we like, shows just how out of touch Twitch is. Does this feature even cost them a meaningful amount of money? Why remove it? Does Twitch just like having the community think they are a bunch of clowns? If so, mission accomplished. Good job.
  • SpookyPancake29 commented  ·   ·  Report

    I think that removing the moments badge is simply shooting yourself in your own foot. Moments are a fun and engaging part of a twitch community and helps people want to stick around longer and attend more streams. Twitch moment badges is a way to show that you have been to important streams and support the streamer even if you don't have money to sub.
  • ultrafizzylemon commented  ·   ·  Report

    The retention of Twitch's Moments feature is imperative for the platform's continued growth and relevance. This feature serves as a crucial element, enhancing the overall Twitch experience for both content creators and viewers. Moments encapsulate the essence of what makes Twitch so captivating: those unforgettable, unscripted, and often exhilarating moments that occur during live streams. They act as digital time capsules, preserving the most thrilling gaming achievements, the funniest comedic bits, and the heartwarming interactions that define the Twitch community.

    Twitch Moments have evolved into more than just highlights; they are a testament to the platform's rich tapestry of content. These bite-sized clips transcend the ephemeral nature of live streaming, offering a lasting record that viewers can revisit, reminisce about, and share with others. This not only fosters a sense of nostalgia but also strengthens the bonds within the Twitch community as viewers exchange their favorite Moments and engage in lively discussions.

    One of the remarkable aspects of Moments is their role in content discovery. By curating and featuring these highlights, Twitch actively encourages users to explore a diverse array of channels and personalities. It becomes a gateway for viewers to stumble upon new content creators and engage with different communities. This cycle of discovery is instrumental in keeping the Twitch ecosystem vibrant and ever-evolving.

    For content creators, Moments serve as an invaluable resource. They provide a ready-made showcase of their best content, which can be repurposed for promotional efforts, shared across social media platforms, and used to connect with fans even outside of live streams. These clips act as a portfolio, helping streamers attract sponsorships, collaborations, and a loyal fan base, ultimately enabling them to turn their passion into a sustainable career.

    In summary, Twitch's Moments feature is not merely an accessory but an essential pillar of the platform's success. By immortalizing the most exhilarating and memorable moments from live streams, Moments bolster community engagement, enhance discoverability, and empower content creators. Twitch should not only retain this feature but also invest in its ongoing enhancement and integration because it is a cornerstone of what makes Twitch the epicenter of live gaming and interactive entertainment.
  • JDawesome23 commented  ·   ·  Report

    Twitch wanting to get rid of their actual original features, this is why the platform is dying.
  • Spikey770 commented  ·   ·  Report

    Moments are great. Keep them around!
  • ultrafizzylemon commented  ·   ·  Report

    Twitch needs to stop half-assing features and then killing them shortly after.
  • Quizzy3 commented  ·   ·  Report

    Every channel Ive been in that had moments, were super hype. Moments are great for active chatters and lurkers alike. Please twitch dont take this away
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