This experiment launched in February 2024. Although I don't have data to share, early feedback suggests people are enjoying the changes.
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Once a raid is initiated, a 10-second countdown begins, giving viewers the option to join. The raid opens a new browser window, allowing the creator to engage with and experience the raid in real time.
Start Raid
Creators can preview individual streams before raiding by quickly scanning stream information and, as requested, viewing a live chat preview. This helps them determine in real-time whether the channel aligns with their preferences for a raid.
Stream Preview
The option to see a list view allows space to display more information without overcrowding the smaller preview cards. This design is future-proof as it can be updated with more information over time.
List & Grid View
Creators can receive up to 100 live stream results, including channels they follow, have recently raided, have been raided by, and channels recommended by Twitch.
Search & Filter
Creators wanted search results to feature channels similar to their own.
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There were requests for more stream information, particularly about mature content.
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Creators prefer reviewing a stream’s live chat to assess the channel’s community and determine their fit.
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Consolidating relevant information onto a single page provides users with a quick overview of each channel.
Idea 03
Organizing streams by tags makes it easier to discover relevant content.
Idea 02
Opening a separate window allows them to navigate new channels without losing sight of their stream.
Mirroring Twitch’s Browse and Channel patterns, this approach is more intuitive for creators.
Idea 01
User Testing
✅ Create a tool where creators can easily discover new channels to raid.
✅ Surface relevant channel information to help creators make confident decisions live while streaming.
Goals
The existing browser tools prioritized viewer experiences, making it hard for creators to explore new channels outside their immediate circles. As a result, they often raided familiar creators, limiting their chances for community growth.
Problem
Figma
Tool
UX Designer (me), Product Manager, 2 UX Researchers, 2 Engineers, 2 Data Scientists
Team
October 2023 - December 2023
Timeline
Creators can connect and grow their communities by sending their viewers to other channels at the end of a stream.
Raid Browser Experiment