JoshB

It's the brand loyalty that you have to work against in trying to move your community over from Twitch to Kick. You have to be ok in knowing that the majority of your community won't be making the move over.

In a hypothetical world where you could only keep one piece of technology (computer, phone, gaming console, streaming setup, etc.), what would you choose and why? Consider not just immediate entertainment but long-term utility, sentimental value, and creative potential. Defend your choice against the inevitable "but what about..." responses.

I use a service called MagAI. For $20 a month I get access to pretty much all of the AI services out there. I use Claude for taking my video transcripts and make them more readable within a blog posts.

I've been trying to work on Facebook but, quickly getting to the point in which if you want any traction on your content, you need to spend money. Facebook is extremely saturated in AI slop and even if you do have any contacts within the platform, they're never going to see your posts. I'm thinking of looking through all of the platforms I currently send content to and begin to pare down those places that are not being productive at all.

Typically I lean towards DaVinci Resolve for running my video edits through. I tried Capcut and OpusClips before but, most of the short form videos that they make, don't make much sense or are not of a great quality. Of course this was a couple years ago.

As most creators should focus on in creating for their audience. The algorithm is something that is constantly changing as new metas are found and exploited, the companies in charge are always playing a game of cat and mouse.

Another thing to think about is the use of social networks. I've seen a fair amount of indie devs use Bluesky but, there are still a large majority that are on X/Twitter and I'm wondering if they see their stats being higher there than going to a more reputable platform?

That moment when a game completely blew your mind - whether it was your first RPG, a puzzle that made you feel genius, or a story that left you speechless. What's that one gaming experience you'd love to relive fresh? Was it the gameplay innovation, the emotional impact, or just perfect timing in your life? Bonus points for explaining why it hit so hard and if you think it would still have the same impact today.

With handheld gaming experiencing a renaissance, where are you spending most of your gaming time? Are you team Steam Deck for that full PC library portability, sticking with the Switch for its exclusives and ease of use, or finding yourself surprisingly hooked on mobile games? Share your setup, favorite games for each platform, and why one might be winning your attention lately.

With Kick making waves and YouTube continuing to push Shorts, the streaming landscape keeps shifting. Where are you finding the most engaged audience for your content? Have you tried multi-streaming? What platform features actually matter to you as a creator versus what platforms think you want? Let's discuss the real creator experience across platforms.

There's another option with Flarum. True in that it might not be as feature rich as lets say, Discourse. It can be run on aa shared hosting plan and in a few hosts, it's found within the app installer. I hear you on not really wanting to spin up another VPS since Discourse can be a resource hungry beast out of the box. I had looked into WolLab awhile ago that is similar to Invision Community but is at a lower cost.

I agree with Bluesky being a better platform than extwitter. Finding it funny in some people that I've been keeping tabs on are constantly putting the platform down. Claiming if people didn't like Twitter, than why they make a Twitter clone. They've tied their identity into Twitter and being this very abrasive type of person. Just confirms that Twitter is still being the focus of these types while pretending to be better than others.

Hey there Raven and welcome aboard. The collection of domain names, YouTube channels and websites are just like Pokemon. Gotta collect them all :D

Whether it was leaving one social platform for another or switching streaming services, most creators have migration stories. What prompted your move? Was it policy changes, audience shifts, better monetization, or just platform decline? Share the challenges of rebuilding elsewhere and whether the grass was actually greener.

Every platform's algorithm seems to change weekly, leaving creators constantly adapting. Do you find yourself tailoring content to what you think the algorithm wants, or do you stick to what genuinely interests your audience? Share experiences with algorithm changes that helped or hurt your reach, and strategies for balancing algorithmic optimization with authentic content creation.

The creator grind is real - constant content, algorithm changes, and the pressure to always be "on." How do you keep the creative spark alive while managing the business side? Share strategies that have worked for you, warning signs you watch for, or how you've bounced back from creative low points. Whether you're a streamer, podcaster, or content creator, let's discuss sustainable creative practices.

We all know about the breakout indie hits like Hades and Celeste, but what about those smaller gems that flew under the radar? Share indie games you've discovered recently that more people should know about. What made them special? Was it unique gameplay mechanics, compelling storytelling, or just that perfect "one more turn" factor? Let's create a community-curated list of underrated indies worth playing.

Every creator experiences periods when fresh ideas seem impossible to find. What techniques have helped you overcome creative blocks, and how do you distinguish between a temporary drought and genuine burnout?

VR streams? AI co-hosts? New platforms we haven't imagined yet? Share your predictions for how the creator landscape will evolve. What trends do you think will stick around vs. fade away?

We all have that one unusual gadget, retro console, or specialized piece of equipment. Share photos and stories about your most unique tech! Bonus points for explaining why you bought it and whether you regret it.

Email lists? Discord communities? Going back to forums? If all major social platforms vanished overnight, what would your backup plan be? How has our reliance on these platforms changed content creation?

Whether it's horror games, cooking content, tech reviews, or comedy skits – what would you choose if forced to pick just one? What draws you to that specific genre?

Whether you're a solo developer or part of a small team, what obstacles are you encountering? Marketing? Technical hurdles? Funding? Platform policies? Let's share experiences and maybe find solutions together.

When I recently did a YouTube search on just the single keyword “Bluesky” the results were completely filled with video after video of “Bluesky is dying” or “Bluesky death of being woke.” I understand that negative or even hate-filled clickbait will be gathering those sweet sweet clicks and watch-time but, is there a movement of Bluesky users going back to extwitter? I left extwitter way back in 2022 among those who saw the writing on the wall with Elon taking control of the platform. It was always becoming a cesspool long before he came on board and with him at the helm, it quickly dove into reaches of even worse filth. Hate speech being pushed through as normative, along with more and more people being comfortable of using terms like r****d. They felt that by saying these words is free speech, which it is and I’ll defend your use of your right but, you don’t escape the consequences of using said hateful slurs. I get it, there was a time back in the 80’s through some of the 2000’s where these terms were said a plenty but, many of us grew up and matured. We no longer needed to use these terms as wannabe edgy 14 year olds, thinking that we were so cool. Plus, we came to understand that the actions of saying these words belittled, oppressed, and/or caused segments of the wider human community harm when said. When I saw that hateful videos towards a platform born out of the chaos for those of us who wanted to just sit back and share experiences be used as a prop in order for some poster child of hate and uncleanliness, to gain more clout. Well, I knew that for every video spewing this slop, there were more people out there enjoying the platform and trying to spread the word of inclusion. Yes, I know in that Bluesky is a VC backed company that is being directed in some way shape or form to find measures and features to help keep it afloat. I know that extwitter is wholly owned by people that want nothing more than to push hate and vitriol across the platform. This gives them those higher number of clicks and anger filled posts that they crave. I liken it to Elon sulking in a large corner office somewhere in Texas, hunched over his phone as he scrolls feverishly, muttering “yes, more more.” For me I continue to enjoy my time and experience on Bluesky, along with Mastodon, where I can understand my feeds knowing, the great majority of these accounts are actual people. People who don’t have to pay some arbitrary amount of money in order for there posts to be artificially pushed to the top. Verification is easily done through your own website domain name. Where I have more control of the information coming into my feed. Bluesky may not be perfect and, no platform will be but, it is a place that a bit more relaxing to take part in.