LCS Player POV

Mallik·Jun 2, 2017·1 votes·1,073 views

I've noticed that in the past there has been some concern with pro players choosing streaming on Twitch/YouTube over playing in the LCS. From what I can gather, the big incentive for players to do this is that you can make more money as a popular streamer than as a pro player. Many former pros became streamers, current pro's often stream when not scrimmaging and last split Doublelift took a split off to stream. Now we have upcoming "permanent partnerships" which provide a lot of uncertainty. (Although from what I can tell, Riot is concerned with both owners and player's opinions) I have a suggestion which could help boost income to pro players and provide more entertainment to fans. Fans could pay a small fee in order to view a certain player's perspective in professional matches. Pros could receive a portion of these funds. I'm certain there is a demand for player based viewing. This wouldn't take away the free streams on Twitch and YouTube, It'd just be a way to help boost revenue to pros and provide a service to fans. It may also be an incentive to keep talent in the LCS. Opinions?

2 Comments

F0zzyBearJun 2, 20171 votes

Just as a simple problem..

Let's say you're watching Doublelift play Ashe and the lane is just a farm fest, but Sven, Hauntzer, and Bjerg are going crazy on the top half. You'd have to switch streams and basically your purchase would be negated.

In addition to, I think the technicality of setting up streams while they play might be extremely difficult or cause issues.

MallikJun 2, 20171 votes

Agreed, but it's not uncommon to have multiple windows open or a multiple screen setup. Furthermore the payment doesn't have to be per game or a high price. There's a large LOL following. Surely the price point could be relatively low for consumers with the potential quantity of viewers. You make a good point as far as technical concerns which would be my main worry.