Simple Twitch Desktop

If you remember Twitch from its Justin.tv era and don't mind not having any other functionality apart from being able to access various streams, Simple Twitch Desktop is an alternative to the original client offered for Windows, without all the bells and whistles. It's a simple service offering users access to video streams, nothing more and nothing less. Even so, it's enough for those looking to have access exclusively to this aspect of Twitch, without having to force their PC to deal with the rather heavy original program.

Whether it's because you hate keeping an eye on all opened tabs or simply because it's so much easier to deal with desktop client apps, gaining access to Twitch through this application should be a satisfactory experience. You can log in and have access to all the videos and channels you usually frequent. All the basic functionality is there, that's for sure. It is, however, missing the core game functions. You can't purchase anything through it. The main point of this application is to allow users to simply enjoy videos once more.

Apart from having access to notifications, suggestions, and all that, there is no compromise in video quality. Watch your HD streams as you normally would. Browse recommendations or check random channels in search of the next big hit for you. There's a search bar conveniently placed in the top center of the application. Check the people you're following and add to the list accordingly. While this app values the original, simple Twitch experience, you can see that there is no shortage of options and things to do. While it's a clean experience, what this app offers is also rich in content, bring back the original Twitch flavor, without any additions.

With Simple Twitch Desktop you get a great package, combining the importance of streaming media content, the simplicity of having only the most necessary functions, and the lightness most computer users expect from all apps running on their machines. If you're into the original and unflavored Twitch experience, then this application should fit in well with your tastes as it manages to offer just that, and nothing more.