Three Florida housemates have achieved what might be the longest continuous gaming broadcast in internet history: 500 days of non-stop streaming on Twitch.tv.
StreamerHouse, based in Lakeland, Florida, operates around the clock with rotating shifts. Robert Schill, Adam Young, and Brett Borden take turns at the controls, ensuring there's never a gap in their broadcast.
The Yahoo Sports Plugged In blog covered the milestone as part of their ongoing coverage of the intersection between gaming and sports entertainment. The story highlighted:
- The marathon streaming record and its significance
- Viewer giveaways planned for the celebration
- Plans to add a fourth member to expand coverage
- The global community that has formed around the channel
The 500-day milestone represented a significant achievement in the streaming world, demonstrating the dedication required to build a successful broadcasting operation. StreamerHouse's model of shift-based streaming has influenced other channels looking to maximize their uptime.
The celebration included special events and giveaways for loyal viewers who had followed the journey to this historic milestone.