For streamers
Build the game your chat asks for, live, then play it with them
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Quick answer
Take an idea from chat, type it into Teleplay on stream, and about half an hour later you are playing the result. The build itself takes about half an hour, so plan something to fill them. Multiplayer is in beta: you can seat up to 3 viewers by posting a room code, and everyone else watches.
Games with room for three viewers
Formats that work on stream
| Segment | How it goes | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Chat writes the sentence | Take three suggestions, run a poll, build the winner | Read the plan aloud before pressing Create: chat will have opinions |
| Viewer versus streamer | Post a room code and let the first viewers in | The first to type it gets the seat, so post it when you're ready |
| Break the game | Open the sliders and push every number to its limit | Slider changes stay in your tab; nothing is broken for anyone else |
| Fix it live | Ask chat what's wrong and type the change into the editor | Each change takes time to build and check, so don't promise an instant fix |
Keeping a public room under control
Posting a code on stream makes the room reachable to anybody who sees it, until the seats are gone. A few rules of the room work in your favor here.
- As host you can remove a player from the room.
- There is no text chat in rooms, only 6 preset reactions, so nobody can post anything on your screen through the game.
- Guests appear under generated names like Guest Fox, while signed-in viewers show their username. Check it before you put a room on screen.
- The guidelines apply to what chat suggests too: a request that names a known character, a brand or a real person is refused, so filter suggestions before you type one.
What it costs in practice
Making a new game needs Pro or Extreme, and a change in the editor typically costs about 5,000 to 7,600 credits on the plans' meter. A run of live changes uses credits quickly, so check your balance before the stream.
Questions
Can I show Teleplay on stream?
A game plays in a browser tab, so you can share it like any other window. The terms say what you may do with games and what you agree to when you make one.
How long does a build take?
About half an hour (most take 18 to 35 minutes), which on stream is long enough to need a plan. Use it to pick the next idea or to read the plan out.
Can all my viewers play?
No. A room seats 4, you included. You sign in to host, and viewers join by link or code with no account; anyone can also open a public game alone at any time.
Can I use a Twitch or YouTube integration?
There is no integration. You read chat yourself and type. The room code is shared by you on stream.
Can I sell or export what I make?
No. Games can't be exported; they play on Teleplay.