What is Play Together?
"Play Together" lets you stream your BlueStacks 5 gameplay live to your friends with a unique twist — they can join in and play the game with you from their browser as well!
With this, the viewers in your stream can also actively participate in your game, bringing a new level of interactivity and social engagement to your gaming sessions. For example, they can make your in-game character jump, move anywhere, attack and much more!
Play Together brings an innovative twist to streaming and has various benefits over traditional streaming, such as:
- Interactive streams: In addition to your friends watching the stream, they can now play the game with you by becoming active participants.
- Better communication: With integrated text and voice chat, you and your friends can strategize, chat, and enjoy the game together in real-time.
- Quick access: Your friends can join in and play with you from their mobile or desktop browser and help you out when needed!
This interactive streaming experience not only lets you share your favorite games but also turns your gaming session into a collaborative adventure!
NOTE: At the moment, Play Together is available only in certain regions.
Which games can I play together with my friends?
To see which games you can play together, you can:
- Click on the “Play Together” icon on the Side toolbar
- Select “View supported games”
Important information
- Please ensure that you’re using the default control scheme, i.e. key controls, for a game while streaming using Play Together.
- The list of games available for Play Together may vary over time, so you might encounter a different selection when you view the list of supported games.
How can I start streaming and what can my viewers do?
As a streamer, here's how you can start streaming and set up your Gameroom for your viewers:
- First, launch the game you would like to stream and click on the "Play Together" icon on the Side toolbar.
- Click on "Continue".
- Next, enter your name. This name will appear as your Gameroom's title. Once done, click on "Create Gameroom".
- When your Gameroom has been set up, your gameplay will now start streaming and you will receive a pop-up with your stream/Gameroom's link.
- To share the stream with your friends, click on "Copy URL" and share the URL with your friends, which they can use to join your stream.
NOTE: Before streaming, please ensure there is no sensitive information on your screen. Switching to a different tab, e.g. the home screen, will display that tab on the stream as well to your viewers.
Here's what your viewers can do:
1. When your friends join your stream, they can control your gameplay by using the buttons on their screen.
2. Additionally, your viewers can use the built-in text and voice chat features to communicate with you and other viewers.
What tools are available for me, as a streamer, in the Gameroom?
In the Gameroom, you have a range of tools to manage and enhance your streaming experience. Here's what you can do:
- Mute/Unmute yourself
- Copy the stream URL
- See who's watching
- Exit/Stop the stream
- Chat with viewers
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can my friends play the game even if they don’t have BlueStacks installed?
Yes! Your friends can control the game directly from their browser without needing to install BlueStacks. All they need is the link/URL to your Gameroom.
2. How many people can join my Gameroom?
There is no limit on how many viewers can join your room. The crowd is up to you!
3. Is there any limit to how long I can stream?
There’s no strict time limit for streaming, so you can play as long as you like. Just make sure your system and internet connection are stable for an uninterrupted experience.
4. Can I choose who can control my game?
At the moment, anyone who joins your stream can control the game. We're exploring options to allow you to manage this setting with more flexibility!
Thank you for choosing BlueStacks 5. We hope you enjoy using it. Happy Gaming!