Streamers who rely on Twitch Prime Gaming subs are getting a slight pay cut
For many Twitch streamers, subscriptions are a vital source of income. However, a recent change from Twitch Prime Gaming has left some streamers feeling the pinch. As of April 2021, Twitch Prime Gaming subs will no longer count towards a streamer’s subscriber count for the purposes of revenue share, resulting in a slight pay cut for those who rely on these subscriptions.
Twitch Prime Gaming subs are subscriptions that are paid for by Amazon Prime members. In the past, these subs counted towards a streamer’s overall subscriber count, allowing them to reach tiered sub goals and increase their revenue share from Twitch. However, with the recent changes, these subs will no longer contribute to a streamer’s subscriber count, meaning that they will see a decrease in their overall revenue share from Twitch.
This change has left many streamers feeling frustrated and worried about their financial future. For some, Twitch Prime Gaming subs made up a significant portion of their subscriber base, and the loss of this income will have a noticeable impact on their earnings. Additionally, many streamers have built their subscriber goals and revenue projections around the inclusion of Twitch Prime Gaming subs, so the sudden change has thrown a wrench into their financial plans.
Some streamers have expressed their disappointment with the decision, citing the importance of Twitch Prime Gaming subs to their overall income. For many, these subs represented a consistent and reliable source of income, which has now been disrupted by the changes.
In response to the backlash, Twitch has stated that the decision to exclude Twitch Prime Gaming subs from the subscriber count was made in order to align with the company’s commitment to transparency and fairness. The platform aims to ensure that all subscriptions are earned through direct support from viewers, rather than through bundled services such as Amazon Prime memberships.
While this may be a step towards greater transparency, it does little to alleviate the financial strain on streamers who relied on Twitch Prime Gaming subs for their income. Many are now left to reevaluate their financial strategies and find new ways to make up for the loss in revenue.
As the streaming landscape continues to evolve, it’s clear that content creators are facing new challenges in monetizing their work. For streamers who rely on Twitch Prime Gaming subs, the recent changes represent a significant hurdle in maintaining their livelihood. It remains to be seen how these changes will affect the streaming community in the long term, but for now, many streamers are left feeling the impact of a slight pay cut.
