By Mark Knapp
Facebook is already connected to games in a lot of ways, especially on mobile where users can log in using their Facebook accounts.
Now, Facebook is looking to get even more mixed in with a new Software Development Kit (SDK) that puts a strong emphasis on game streaming, especially on the popular front of PC gaming. And, this isn’t Facebook’s first shot at game streaming, either.
For developers, the new SDK is positioned as a way to draw in more community engagement and get gamers sharing. It will also offer them analytics on gamer activity.
But, livestreaming is clearly positioned front and center. With solo streamers setting records on Twitch, it’s a market plenty want to get a bite of. Twitch, YouTube and Mixer are all competing for the same pie. Now, Facebook is working on getting itself a good slice.
PC Game developers can also now reward viewers
Only last January, Facebook landed an exclusive eSports streaming deal with the ESL for Dota 2 and Counter Strike: Global Offensive competitions. The new SDK has the possibility of bringing even more livestreams to Facebook.
A particular advantage the SDK has is that it doesn’t require any extra special software …read more
Source:: techradar.com – Gaming
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