9 Ways to Multistream Your Gameplay Today
Last Updated on March 5, 2025 by Michael Brockbank
As a streamer, connecting to the largest audience possible often entails a multistream of your gameplay. That way, you can show your video to more than just one audience online. And technology today has made multistreaming extremely easy.
It all comes down to what platforms you use and if the software supports it. Because there is such an interest in multistreaming, though, there are a lot of methods that support the most common video platforms online.
Think about this: in just a few minutes, you could be streaming to Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok all at the same time! If you use something like Streamer.bot, you can then pull all those chats onto one screen with ease.
What is a Multistream (Multicast)?
A multistream, or multicast, is when the user broadcasts video content to more than one platform. For example, you can multistream video to Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live at the same time.
The idea is to get as many viewers as possible by connecting with them on the platform of their choice.
This means you can connect with an audience who may prefer YouTube gaming to Twitch, or even those who want to watch on Facebook – all from a single broadcast.
In theory, you could quickly boost subscribers, followers, and fans from a variety of social platforms all at the same time. If those methods are monetized, you could quickly increase your income per stream.
9 Great Platforms to Multistream Your Video
This list is comprised of both paid systems and free software you can use right now. And while some software is exceptionally expensive, make sure you consider what you get in return.
For example, how much would you pay to triple your viewership from just multistreaming a single video?
1. Restream.io
Restream actually has several platforms under its belt. In this article, I’m looking at the Multistreaming aspect.
Although Restream allows you to multistream for free, you need to be comfortable with the brand’s watermark. This graphic will appear during your broadcasts, which is a common practice for using free applications.
The trade-off is being able to broadcast video to more than 30 social platforms all at once.
Some of the benefits of the free version include setting up the meta data for your video content and keeping track of interactions on a single platform.
As an added bonus, you can download the multi-chat app for Windows or use your browser to integrate your audience. This way, you don’t have to switch back and forth to respond to viewers.
One of the nice things about Restream is that there is no difference in video quality across plans. You can stream at the same 4k video on the Free plan as you could on the Enterprise plan.
Unfortunately, you only get access to stream to two platforms at once on the free plan.
2. Streamlabs Desktop
Originally Streamlabs OBS, Streamlabs Desktop gives you quick access to multistream capabilities, all from the app’s settings. After signing into your favorite video platforms, all you need to do is hit the Go Live button and customize titles and descriptions.
In the free version of Streamlabs Desktop, you can multistream to two platforms simultaneously. If you upgrade to Streamlabs Ultra, though, you can stream to as many as you want.
It is important to note that upgrading to Ultra gives you a lot more than just multistreaming capabilities. You’ll also gain access to editing tools, themes and overlays galore, and many other goodies.
Streamlabs Desktop also connects to your Streamlabs account directly, allowing you to manage a lot of things, such as the alert boxes.
Compared to the pricing of other apps on this list, Streamlabs gives you a lot more bang for your buck. Instead of just multistream software, you’re getting an entire brand management system complete with print-on-demand merch.
The quality of your multistream isn’t casterated as it will be the same on every platform, depending on the settings of your broadcast in the software.
3. Switchboard
Switchboard is more for the corporate aspect of multistreaming. Originally, they were one of the more expensive apps on this list, racking prices up to $99 per month to stream at 1080p. Nowadays, they hide their payment plans with a “Book a Call” button.
A lot of companies will do this to cloak their fees and rely on salespeople to upsell. It’s difficult to compare pricing if you don’t put in the effort to contact them and listen to a long spiel of what they can do for you.
The only reason I added them to this list is that it is a viable system for businesses. And solo streamers aren’t the only ones who use multistreaming to engage their consumers.
If you’re setting up a business or perhaps have a popular podcast, Switchboard might be a viable option. But for a newbie testing the waters with YouTube and Twitch for a gaming channel, it’s probably not the most efficient use of your money.
This is especially true when you consider just how many low-cost platforms there are on the Internet.
Personally, I don’t trust companies that hide their pricing schemes, especially in a world where accountability and transparency are vital.
4. XSplit Broadcaster
As one of my favorites, XSplit Broadcaster is one of the first streaming apps I’ve ever used. For $60 every year, you have access to a slew of tools for streaming, including multistream.
You can also pay $200 for a lifetime license, which may be a viable solution for a lot of folks. The premium version of XSplit Broadcaster has a slew of tools and functions for a wide range of purposes.
From within XSplit Broadcaster, you add each platform where you want to stream. Then, you go live with each one individually.
If the platform you want isn’t listed, XSplit Broadcaster supports RTMP. This means you can add your own as often as you’d like.
Unfortunately, multistreaming with XSplit Broadcaster requires a premium license, as it’s not available in the free version. That’s perhaps one of the reasons why apps like OBS and Streamlabs Prime are more popular overall.
Nonetheless, XSplit Broadcaster served me well for many years. The only reason I’m not using it today is that my needs have changed drastically, and I needed to dial back some of my annual expenses.
5. Castr
If you’re looking for an affordable solution for multistream, Castr is probably among the better choices. Its prices are much lower than many on this list, and you’re still capable of streaming to more than 30 social platforms.
Like Streamlabs above, Castr lets you toggle streaming sites on the fly with a simple switch.
The lowest tiered pay plan ($12.50 per month if you pay for the entire year) lets you stream to six online destinations, which is probably more than what most of you might use.
Unfortunately, Castr does not have a free version of its app. This is kind of a drawback for many, as a lot of new streamers don’t have a lot of money to throw at premium software.
The upside is that you have a 7-day free trial of Castr to see if it’s something you might want to use. This may be a better solution if you don’t want to pay for some of the stand-alone platforms in this list, such as XSplit or Streamlabs.
Castr has a few other products available that might be tempting to try. For instance, you can easily monetize video content of your own with paid on-demand elements. It’s similar to how some companies will host certain types of sports or content and lock it behind an “affordable” paywall.
When all is said and done, Castr is more than just a multistreaming app. It might be worth checking out if you plan on doing a lot more with your video content.
6. StreamYard
If you need streaming software, StreamYard lets you broadcast content to major social sites.
Essentially, StreamYard is web-based streaming software. This means you don’t need to install programs onto your computer. And it gives you several tools and functions to get more out of the broadcast.
Unfortunately, the free version of Streamyard doesn’t allow for multistreaming. That’s locked behind the premium version starting at roughly $18.40 every four weeks.
However, you’re able to stream to eight different destinations at the same time as well as gain access to a handful of useful tools. For example, you’ll get recordings of the stream, intro and outro videos, on-screen participants, and more.
A couple of the highlights that stand out for me include a built-in green screen and screen sharing. As I do a lot of tutorials regarding WordPress and other apps, using something like screen sharing is vital. Plus, you’ll need it if you plan to stream games on your favorite platforms.
One of the things I don’t like about Streamyard is that you have to sign up for free to see the other pricing methods. And even then, you have to close out of the payment method window to continue using the 7-day free trial if you don’t want to submit your information.
7. Wirecast
One of the more expensive options on this list, Wirecast offers multistreaming in its Pro plans only. That means you’ll fork over close to $450 per year, which is awfully steep for those who simply want to get started streaming.
However, Wirecast is far more than just a run-of-the-mill streaming app. It’s essentially a full-fledged video studio, allowing multi-track audio recordings, support for various production tools, allowing up to seven remote guests, and up to a 17-slot multi-viewer output.
What does this mean overall? That it’s a good system if you’re doing some major broadcasting beyond simple gaming or talking-head videos. As such, it’s probably not the best option for those who just want to stream to YouTube and Twitch at the same time.
Wirecast is more geared for larger companies and corporations that stream content to major providers.
Think of a news broadcast that has regular guests on the show and multiple anchors. As for the average gamer, you’d be much better off with something like Streamyard or Streamlabs Desktop.
8. Streamster
Streamster isn’t a terrible solution to consider if you’re looking for a multistream solution. Although it also appears to be focused more on professional, large-scale production, its pricing and availability may be attractive to folks just looking to stream games.
In the free version, you’re able to stream to two platforms simultaneously. Any more than that, and you’ll have to upgrade to the “Lite” version at $15 per month. And even then, you’re only able to stream to four video platforms. In reality, that may be enough for most people.
Now comes the downside. In the free version, your streams are knocked down to 720p. If you want to stream to anything beyond 1080p, you’ll have to pay for the “Professional” version, which runs about $50 per month.
However, you do have access to an overlay editor and the desktop, web, and mobile apps for the software.
It’s not exactly the best alternative for the basic streamer as there are several apps above that offer so much more in comparison to pricing. But it is one that you could consider if you don’t like the others I’ve listed above.
I just don’t like how it degrades the video to 720p at 30 FPS in the free version. At that rate, you might as well just stick with Streamlabs Desktop. Plus, Streamlabs gives you a bunch of streaming tools that Streamster doesn’t, such as free overlays and alerts.
9. OBS Studio – ish
OBS Studio is perhaps one of the most common streaming apps on the Internet. Some of the most popular streamers use it on a daily basis, and it can be expanded upon using various plugins and scripts.
I use it for the live streams and recordings for my writing channel on YouTube.
Now, initially, you’re able to connect to third-party platforms like Restream, Caster, and Streamyard using OBS. This gives you a lot more control over the video than what those third-party systems provide. Coincidentally, it’s also how a lot of streamers run their accounts.
However, you can use the Aitum plugin for OBS to add a doc similar to the one in Streamlabs Desktop. This dock tool gives you the ability to connect to multiple platforms at once without using external third-party tools.
Otherwise, you can take the scenic route to setting up multistreaming in OBS, which is a great deal more complicated. Most new streamers would be lost when trying to set up the ability without the Aitum plugin.
In essence, you can stream to multiple networks for free using OBS Studio and the Aitum plugin. The hardest part would be to keep track of chatting across the different platforms. But tools like Streamer.bot can help with that, as I mentioned earlier.
Why Should You Multistream?
If you want to succeed as a video creator, you need to reach as many people as possible. The more people who see your work, the more likely you’ll generate an audience.
Instead of merely focusing on one video platform, such as Twitch, you could expand your reach by also streaming to other social hubs. But, doing a new video broadcast for each one can be exceptionally time-consuming.
This is especially true if you want to build a following on YouTube, Facebook, or even Twitter.
But if you multicast your video to several social sites at the same time, you can then reach a wider audience from a single broadcast. Depending on the type of video content you produce, this could increase your viewership exponentially.
After all, people who prefer YouTube may not even know your Facebook or Twitch profile exists for live content.
What About Chatting with the Audience?
Some of the apps above integrate chats from across multiple broadcasting outlets. This lets you interact with viewers regardless of what platform they use to watch. You can also use software on your computer such as Streamer.bot or Casterlabs to pull chat into a separate window.
However, some require that you open new tabs in your browser if you want to interact with viewers. This means having browser tabs open for each individual chat screen, which can quickly eat up resources on your computer.
This is why it’s a better idea to use third-party software to monitor your viewer interactions. Otherwise, you can simply multistream to those video platforms and not even worry about your audience. This isn’t advisable, though, as interaction and engagement is how you build a strong community.
Currently, I use Streamer.bot to monitor the chat from different platforms during a live stream, but I am constantly looking for viable alternatives.
Multistreaming Takes Bandwidth and Processor Power
One thing to keep in mind before you jump into a multistream is how much is needed to broadcast to multiple sources. This is one of the reasons why many people prefer cloud-based apps to multistream.
Each location you add to the software is going to take that much more bandwidth. So, if you have a poor Internet connection, you might not produce the best and most clear video.
What about computer processing power? Is your home network connection good enough to send the same data to multiple destinations?
There is actually quite a bit that goes into multistreaming directly from your home computer. Make sure you have enough power and upload speed to deliver a good experience to viewers.
Expand Your Audience with a Multistream
There’s no doubt that a multistream to YouTube, Twitch, and various other platforms can help you grow an audience. Just remember that you’ll have to deliver something people want to watch.
There are plenty of options out there. The hardest part is finding one that suits your needs and finances.
For most new streamers, perhaps the best choices for multistreaming are (in order):
- OBS Studio and Aitum
- Streamlabs Desktop and Casterlabs
- XSplit Broadcaster and Casterlabs
- Restream
- Streamyard
Of course, that’s just my opinion. As many of these platforms have free versions or trials, it’s a good idea to try them yourself to find the one that works best for you and your specific audience.
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