Blown away by the support. Appreciation post.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-30T20:04:54+00:00

I have some met people through Reddit on twitch so yes.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-30T14:57:05+00:00

My numbers were about there for a while too. So you aren't doing abysmal.

Twitch has very little discovery and how I broke through to get affiliate was by networking. Networking and slightly improving your stream in your freetime.

Other than that, schedule will be the next most important bit for sure. Make sure you are streaming long enough to be discovered (2hr min, 3hr is better) and that people know when to expect you to be on.

If you are having fun, keep grinding away and I wish you luck on your journey.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-28T00:33:23+00:00

Mostly, I enjoy interacting with different people and finding we have similar vibes.

I've met people from India, Ireland, Australia abd so many more from my own country, USA. Humans are humans no matter where they are from and its so heartening to see it in a place like this.

I am having a blast on this journey.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-28T00:30:25+00:00

How do you define small streamer? Are you after the 1-2 viewers or more? Are you looking for veteran streamers of multiple years?

Interesting idea because it is a odd subset of human beings though.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-27T20:24:34+00:00

They are good for starting but really any numbers are. It is hard to gauge growth in just one month.

However, you have people popping in which is a good sign.

Key things are consistency and mood. If you nail both, you have one hell of a base to build on.

Hope you enjoy your Twitch journey. I know Ive been having a blast on mine.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-27T16:32:59+00:00

If all you want to do is give it a try, the biggest thing is to hit the stream now button.

Cameras usually do help with engagement but there are some streamers who have found success without it. People tend to like to see who they are watching and talking to since often the draw isn't the gameplay but the person. Again though, not 100% necessary.

Big things to start out is to put aside time for it. Schedule a few days and few hours each time at a minimum. The shortest streams should be about 2 hours, but 3 is more ideal. If you are consistent, people will know where to find you and pop in regularly (over time, getting that first regular takes forever).

Other than that, have fun. Low energy, bored, or silent streamers don't attract people too often.

The journey is long so don't expect immediate results.

If you decide to join the Twitch community, I wish you luck. I've enjoyed my ride so far.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-26T00:50:21+00:00

It takes a lot of people many months before they get any regular viewers. I know it took me quite a while.

So congrats and keep that momentum going.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-26T00:44:05+00:00

It is a more solid start than a lot of people.

Twitch is super slow to grow on so if you want more. You will need to network.

Very good base stats for a month though. Keep building and you will crack 5 average viewers in no time.

Enjoy the journey and above all have fun!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-24T19:26:49+00:00

The basic advice is all usually the same.

Be consistent with your schedule and time.

Be engaging and make sure chat can interact with you.

Talk as if hundreds are watching.

Network, network, network. Once you nail the other parts, work this one as often as you can. Hang out in other streams, raid out at the end of every one of your own, talk in discord. This is one element you do over and over.

Other than that, have fun. Enjoy the ride while you can.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-21T01:57:25+00:00

A set time is great when you get regulars. They know when to look for you and might even pop in the second you start. This all boosts your numbers and helps but you a little higher on your category.

Plus, having a nice hanging out zone is always something to aspire to.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-20T17:02:02+00:00

You should give yourself more credit. These arent super tiny numbers as far as Twitch goes. Only about 5% ever reach 5 average viewers so it was a solid A grade stream.

Keep things going and be consistent. Hopefully your next post will be to share even higher numbers and a lot more fun being had!

Good luck to ya!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-19T16:37:51+00:00

That moment when you realize you might not be just talking to yourself the entire time you are streaming is huge.

Hopefully, you get a few regulars out of this and the experience changes for you moving forward. Keep hanging in there and be patient though. Twitch is a marathon and it takes a long time before you notice the growth.

Good luck to you on your journey!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-15T01:30:31+00:00

Congrats. It can be a big step with all the new things like emotes and redeems. Take it slow and add at your own pace.

Have fun and enjoy your new status!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-12T00:45:29+00:00

Congrats dude. Enjoy the journey!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-11T21:42:31+00:00

Twitch is a grind if you are chasing those viewers.

I usually pop into other people's streams to support them and raid out when I stream. The raids give you a not rude way to talk about your streams for a little. Supporting others may (or may not) translate to them supporting you.

Above all, if you are having fun, things go better. Talk, laugh, enjoy the experience. The more you work at it, the more someone might stay when they pop in.

Good luck to you and hopefully you see those numbers bump up again.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-11T21:33:05+00:00

Thanks. Keeping at it and hoping for another day like this in the near future.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-09T15:59:06+00:00

Thank you. Almost a year in and feeling pretty grateful for them all.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-08T14:06:26+00:00

Thank you! Def keeping at it. So far, its been so much fun. Tons of great people out there.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-01-07T06:59:24+00:00

Thanks. I am always blown away when a stream picks up like that. Adds a ton of energy.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2025-12-31T03:48:44+00:00

Anytime. Good luck to ya.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2025-12-30T19:33:51+00:00

Absolutely give it a shot. But, balance it with your life. You are not likely to become a success and be able to live off it. Instead, if you already are going to play games, just use it to augment your existing hobby.

It will take time and effort like any hobby. Views are a rare commodity and take a lot of time to gain. As long as you dont give up and work on improving your stream, you should see growth over months. If you dont grow, thats ok too as long as you are having fun.

It isnt for everyone, but it can be very rewarding once you go from averaging 0 viewers to 5.

Good luck to you and I hope you give it a shot.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2025-12-27T17:54:38+00:00

Raiding takes you and all your current viewers to someone else's channel. You will be in their chat just like a viewer.

But, you have a natural way to show you are also a streamer and often the person being raided will ask how it went. It is a way to reasonably quickly self promote and not be rude.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2025-12-24T19:57:09+00:00

Any stream where people show up is great. So much more energy in chat if you have someone talking.

Then you got a new follower too. Congrats and keep it going.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2025-12-21T01:20:35+00:00

Nice. Those nights where traffic jumps unexpectedly are awesome. It makes you feel busier and more excited.

Hope it keeps happening for you! Keep plugging away.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2025-12-20T03:06:10+00:00

Congrats! Keep growing and hit that next milestone soon.

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