Twitch to Shut Down Desktop Application, Focus on Website
Popular streaming platform Twitch has announced that it will be shutting down its desktop application on April 30, leaving the website as the sole way to watch broadcasts on the platform.
Reasons for Shutdown
Twitch stated that the decision to discontinue the desktop app was based on usage and user feedback.
Opportunity for Development
Twitch also mentioned that this move will allow them to invest more in enhancing and adding new ways to engage with creators and communities. Users who are accustomed to the app are advised to bookmark the website for easy access.
Recent Changes on Twitch
In 2022, Twitch has made significant changes to its platform, including the alteration of reporting systems and the ban or suspension appeal process.
Twitch’s Continuing Success
Despite shutting down the desktop app, Twitch remains one of the most viewed streaming platforms globally. As of 2022, it has an average of 2.83 million concurrent viewers, according to Twitch Tracker.
Although Twitch is discontinuing one of its services, users can rest assured that the platform will continue to thrive for the foreseeable future.