Even though gaming is the main purpose for Twitch streaming, there are several types of streams. These are the top four kinds of streams on this platform. Gameplay: These are streams that feature gamers who play and stream their game playing. Chat-Only: Sometimes streams feature streamers who are engaging with their chat followers. Creative: Twitch is obviously a creative live streaming platform, so it's not just gaming. It also features people who stream their music, art, and other forms of content. IRL: I Real Life (IRL) streaming is another type of streaming that occurs on Twitch. Streamers share their real-life experiences.