If you aspire to build a career as a video game streamer or content creator, there’s a wealth of platforms at your disposal. Among the leaders in this industry are Twitch, YouTube Gaming, and Facebook Gaming, each with its own unique method of monetization.
Take Facebook Gaming, for instance, which uses a feature called “Stars,” a virtual currency that enables viewers to financially support their beloved streamers.
Geographically speaking, Facebook Gaming takes a different approach to audience targeting compared to its rival, Twitch. While Twitch is primarily international-focused, Facebook Gaming tailors its content to audiences based on their geographical location. This aspect is particularly beneficial to local streamers as it allows them to interact with viewers who share their language and cultural nuances. In the Philippines, for example, Facebook Gaming has been the launchpad for many biggest local streamers.
Streamers accumulate Stars gifted by their fans, which can then be exchanged for real cash. The rate is pretty straightforward: each Star is worth $0.01. So, for instance, a gift of 10,000 Stars translates to $100, equivalent to PHP 5,500 or MYR 418. To help you visualize this, we’ve created a simple conversion chart:
| Stars | Value (in USD) | Value (in PHP) | Value (in MYR) |
| 1 Stars | $0.01 | 0.56 PHP | 0.0418 MYR |
| 100 Stars | $1.00 | 56 PHP | 4.18 MYR |
| 1,000 Stars | $10.00 | 560 PHP | 41.8 MYR |
| 10,000 Stars | $100.00 | 5,600 PHP | 418 MYR |
| 100,000 Stars | $1,000.00 | 56,000 PHP | 4,180 MYR |
| 1,000,000 Stars | $10,000.00 | 560,000 PHP | 41,800 MYR |
How to be Eligible for Stars?
To start earning Stars on Facebook Gaming, you must fulfill the following prerequisites:
- Establish a Gaming Video Creator Facebook Page (Category)
- Stream gaming content for a minimum of four hours over the past 14 days
- Broadcast gaming content on at least two separate days within the last 14 days
- Gather a minimum of 100 Page followers
- Stream from an eligible country
- Abide by the Community Standards and Partner Monetization Policies
Once you’ve achieved these benchmarks, you’re all set to stream on Facebook and start earning Stars from your fans.
Payout for Stars
Facebook tallies all the Stars earned by a streamer at the end of each month. Once you’ve accrued at least 10,000 Stars or $100, you’re eligible to receive your payment. This payout typically arrives after 30 days, although for streamers in Vietnam, it takes 60 days.
Payment methods vary depending on your location, but options often include PayPal, Bank Transfer, or Cheque.