Twitch testing new UI layout to boost discoverability Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Twitch testing new UI layout to boost discoverability Mixed reactions so far. News by Ed Nightingale News reporter Published on 23 Jun 2022 5 comments Twitch is testing a new UI layout intended to boost discoverability, but the reaction so far is mixed. At present, viewing the different game categories on Twitch brings up a grid view of various streams that need to be clicked on individually to view. The new version being tested adds a video at the top which auto-plays as users click through the grid of streams beneath, before choosing to join the stream or follow the streamer. Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Newscast: Was Starfield really a disappointment? The chat for that stream is additionally shown on the right of the video (and can be hidden) to look through before you join. Twitch staff have confirmed that adverts will not be shown during this auto-playing preview video. The video will last about a minute before urging viewers to click through into the stream. Streamer Lowco has a clip of the new UI in action, as well as that confirmation from Twitch of no adverts. MASSIVE TWITCH UPDATE: Twitch is experimenting with a whole new way to browse streams. This looks to be a *game-changer* for the viewer experience and a big win for smaller creators! Here's what it looks like and why I think it's so good pic.twitter.com/GgpmV5tWeQ- Lowco (@LowcoTV) June 21, 2022 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings The aim of this change is to boost discoverability, so viewers get a taster of a stream before watching in full. "This could totally change the viewing experience as a viewer, trying to find a new streamer to watch," says Lowco. "If this is a change that sticks, I can just only see this being a good thing where you don't have to actually commit to loading a stream up. You don't have to watch an ad. You can go through and just get a taste of who you want to watch before you click into the stream and come in." However, other viewers are less happy about the potential change. Over on reddit, user Ilsyer wrote: "Whenever I go to Twitch I don't wanna be 'thrown' into a random stream which is why I avoid the main page of Twitch like the plague." A number of comments beneath also noted their annoyance with auto-playing videos. It's unclear exactly if and when this change will be made officially by Twitch. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store