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Video gamers nearing 500 days of 24/7 game playing

ABC Action News

This article was originally published by ABC Action News on January 13, 2015. View Original Archived for preservation as part of StreamerHouse's press coverage history.

Video gamers nearing 500 days of 24/7 game playing

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ABC Action News visited StreamerHouse as the team approached their 500-day milestone of continuous streaming. The segment provided an inside look at how three gamers maintain a non-stop broadcast operation.

The news report covered several key aspects:

The Operation

  • Shift-based streaming schedule with three core members
  • Revenue pooling system where all earnings are shared
  • No days off since the operation began in 2013
  • Global audience tuning in at all hours

The Business Model

The segment explained how StreamerHouse generates income through Twitch partnerships, including advertising, subscriptions, and viewer donations. The streamers discussed the challenges and rewards of turning gaming into a full-time profession.

ABC Action News's coverage helped legitimize streaming as a career to mainstream audiences in the Tampa Bay area, showcasing local entrepreneurs at the forefront of digital entertainment.