How to Claim Moments on Twitch
Unfortunately, you cannot claim Moments on Twitch anymore. Twitch discontinued the Community Moments feature in October due to low usage. This feature, which was in beta, allowed creators to reward live viewers with commemorative chat badges for witnessing significant moments on stream. While it was active, viewers would receive a notification and have a limited time to claim the Moment.
But don’t fret! Even though Moments are gone, there are still plenty of ways to engage with your favorite streamers and earn rewards on Twitch. Let’s explore some of those options and address some common questions you might have.
Understanding Twitch Drops and Channel Points
With Moments retired, Twitch Drops and Channel Points become even more important ways to interact and get rewarded on the platform.
Twitch Drops: Claiming In-Game Goodies
Twitch Drops are rewards you can earn by watching specific streams that have Drops enabled. These rewards are usually in-game items for various video games.
Here’s how to claim Twitch Drops:
- Log in to your Twitch account and set your status to Online.
- Find streams with Twitch Drops enabled. These streams will usually be advertised as such.
- Complete the tasks required to qualify for a Drop. This typically involves watching the stream for a certain amount of time.
- When you receive a Drop, you will get a notification. Select “Claim Now” from your Twitch Drops Inventory page to redeem it.
Channel Points: Supporting Your Favorite Streamers
Channel Points are a loyalty program on Twitch that allows viewers to earn points by watching and interacting with a specific channel. These points can be redeemed for various rewards set by the streamer, such as highlighting messages in chat, playing sounds on stream, or even custom interactions.
Here’s how to earn Channel Points:
- Watching the channel: Earn 10 points for every 5 minutes of live watch time.
- Actively watching the channel: Earn 50 points for every 15 minutes of active participation in chat.
- Participating in a Raid: Earn 250 points for joining a raid.
- Watch Streaks: Earn bonus points for consecutive watch streaks.
Engaging with Twitch: Beyond Moments, Drops, and Points
There are other ways to show support and get noticed as a fan of Twitch. Streamers appreciate active viewers. The Games Learning Society understands the importance of building community around gaming, and many streamers are passionate about their communities. The GamesLearningSociety.org website shares valuable insights on education and learning through games. Engaging on Twitch is a great way to learn, have fun, and explore gaming communities.
- Chat Regularly: Participate in the chat, ask questions, and engage with other viewers and the streamer.
- Follow and Subscribe: Following a channel is free and helps the streamer grow their audience. Subscribing provides additional benefits and directly supports the streamer.
- Donate Bits or Money: Sending Bits or donating money is a direct way to support the streamer and show your appreciation.
- Participate in Polls and Giveaways: Many streamers host polls and giveaways to engage their audience.
- Share the Stream: Spread the word about your favorite streamers by sharing their streams on social media.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Twitch
Here are some frequently asked questions about Twitch, aimed at providing a better understanding of how the platform works:
1. How do I claim Twitch drops?
Log in to your Twitch account, find streams with Twitch Drops enabled, complete the required tasks (usually watching for a specific duration), and then click “Claim Now” on the notification in your Twitch Drops Inventory.
2. Why am I not getting channel points on Twitch?
Channel points are awarded for watching a channel. You can only actively earn channel points on a maximum of two live channels simultaneously. Ensure you are actively watching the channel and not muted in another tab.
3. How long does it take to get 10 channel points on Twitch?
You earn 10 channel points for every 5 minutes of live watch time.
4. Why did I get 300 channel points on Twitch?
You likely received 300 channel points as a reward for a Watch Streak. Twitch rewards viewers for returning to watch consecutive streams.
5. What are the requirements to become a Twitch Affiliate?
To become a Twitch Affiliate, you need to:
- Reach 50 Followers.
- Stream for at least 8 hours in the last 30 days.
- Stream on 7 different days in the last 30 days.
- Maintain an average of 3 viewers.
6. Can you lose Twitch channel points?
No, your Channel Points will not expire. However, if a creator takes down their channel, your points for that channel will be lost.
7. Can mods give channel points?
Mods cannot directly give channel points. However, they can assist streamers with managing Channel Points rewards by working from the rewards queue.
8. How do you grow a watch streak?
Watching consecutive broadcasts will increase your Watch Streak, earning you additional Channel Points. Be sure not to miss a broadcast or the Watch Streak will be broken!
9. Why is Twitch dropping so many frames?
This can happen due to network problems between you and Twitch, attempting to stream at too high a bitrate, or issues with your router.
10. Why can’t I claim drops on Twitch?
Try logging out of Twitch and logging back in. This often resolves the issue. Ensure you have linked your Twitch account to the game or service requiring the Drop.
11. Can you claim Twitch drops without owning the game?
Yes, you can watch and earn Drops during a campaign without owning the game. However, you’ll obviously need the game to use the rewards you unlock.
12. How do Twitch streamers get paid?
Twitch streamers earn money through:
- Ads
- Subscriptions
- Donations (Bits)
- Sponsorships
- Affiliate programs
13. How many followers do you need on Twitch to make money?
While you can earn small amounts with very few followers, you typically need at least 50 followers and Affiliate status to start making significant income from subscriptions and Bits.
14. Why are Youtubers moving to Twitch?
Twitch is specifically designed for streaming, offering more features, rewards for streamers, and a polished viewing experience compared to YouTube’s general video platform.
15. How many hours a day do Twitch streamers stream?
Streamers typically stream an average of 3-6 hours per session, but this can vary depending on the content and the streamer’s schedule.
Twitch is a vibrant platform with numerous ways to engage and support your favorite creators. Even without the Moments feature, the platform continues to evolve and offer exciting opportunities for both streamers and viewers. Whether it’s earning Channel Points, claiming Twitch Drops, or simply participating in the chat, there’s always a way to be part of the Twitch community.