Smashcast
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Type of site | Live streaming |
|---|---|
| Dissolved | November 22, 2020 |
| Predecessors | |
| CEO | Mike McGarvey |
| URL | smashcast |
| Launched | May 9, 2017 |
| Current status | Defunct |
Smashcast was a live streaming platform that materialised after the merger of Azubu and Hitbox in May 2017.[1]
History
[edit | edit source]Azubu's acquisition of Hitbox was announced in January 2017.[2] At the time, they announced they were "launch a new platform, focused on optimizing the mobile user experience and monetization technologies, strengthened by our internally developed technologies, technical partner relationships and a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of video game live streaming."[3]
On May 9, 2017, both the Azubu and Hitbox websites were shut down and redirected traffic to Smashcast.[4] With focus on eSports, the service announced new features, such as the "Hype-o-Meter" (a viewer engagement feature that helps eSports fan cheer for their favorite teams), a feed on every profile page, and an integration with Discord.[5] In an interview with Redbull, CEO Mike McGarvey said that Smashcast was "the largest independent eSports broadcaster outside of Asia" with more than 10 million users.[6]
Support for Smashcast officially ceased November 22, 2020.[7]
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- Internet properties established in 2017
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- Entertainment companies disestablished in 2020
- Internet properties disestablished in 2020
- Mass media companies disestablished in 2020
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- Video game streaming services
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