Facebook's Instant Games on Messenger Can Now Be Shared Live
Laura McQuarrie — December 9, 2017 — Tech
References: newsroom.fb & developers.facebook
Following the release of Instant Games on Messenger last year, Facebook is now introducing a new social feature that lets users broadcast their gaming experience live to friends and family in real-time through Facebook Live.
To begin sharing gameplay with other Facebook Messenger users, players can tap the camera icon while playing games like Arkanoid, EverWing and Endless Lake. After sharing, a user's broadcast can be published to a page or profile so that others can be included if they missed the content being shared live, or wish to watch it at a later time.
As well as being able to share real-time gameplay through Facebook Messenger, social media site users will also have the option to share their experiences in the Facebook News Feed.
To begin sharing gameplay with other Facebook Messenger users, players can tap the camera icon while playing games like Arkanoid, EverWing and Endless Lake. After sharing, a user's broadcast can be published to a page or profile so that others can be included if they missed the content being shared live, or wish to watch it at a later time.
As well as being able to share real-time gameplay through Facebook Messenger, social media site users will also have the option to share their experiences in the Facebook News Feed.
Trend Themes
1. Livestreamed-in-chat Games - The ability to livestream gameplay within chat platforms like Facebook Messenger presents opportunities for gamers to connect and engage with friends in real-time.
2. Real-time Social Broadcasting - The feature of sharing live gaming experiences on social media platforms, such as Facebook Live, enables users to create engaging and interactive content for their followers.
3. Social Sharing of Gaming Experiences - The option to share gameplay experiences on social media feeds allows gamers to showcase their skills, connect with a wider audience, and potentially gain a following.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry can leverage livestreamed in-chat games to enhance the multiplayer experience and create new revenue streams through features like virtual goods and sponsorships.
2. Social Media - Social media platforms have the opportunity to capitalize on real-time social broadcasting to attract and retain users by providing a more immersive and interactive experience.
3. Digital Content Creation - Livestreamed in-chat games offer content creators and influencers the chance to engage with their audience in a new and exciting way, driving higher viewership and engagement.
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