If you are a family-friendly streamer, or just looking for a nice mellow game to play, then check out my list of the best family-friendly games to stream below. I have them ordered from highest to lowest average viewers to better help you find what you want.
Best Family-Friendly Games To Stream On Twitch
1. Minecraft
- Average Viewers: 68k
- Average Channels: 2,433
- Followers On Twitch: 52.1M
Minecraft is a fantastic streaming choice because of its limitless creativity, open-world action, and appeal to diverse age groups. Streamers can even team up with their audience for added fun.
Showcasing unique builds, collaborating with others, embarking on adventures, and including viewers in interactive activities keeps the community engaged.
2. Rocket League
- Average Viewers: 9k
- Average Channels: 1,073
- Followers On Twitch: 16.7M
Rocket League is a super unique game, and great for anyone looking for a good family-friendly game to stream.
The game combines cool vehicles, insane driving, and soccer. What a combo right? It’s a super fun game to play, and it also has a great ranking system which is great for anyone looking to play / stream something competitive.
3. Chess
- Average Viewers: 12k
- Average Channels: 91
- Followers On Twitch: 2.4M
The classic game of chess is actually quite popular on Twitch these days. Whether you are playing people in the park, or playing against an opponent online, there are lots of viewers ready to watch you.
Now chess is a pretty niche streaming category, so it may be difficult to get your viewers to follow you to another category if you ever decide to switch, but if you love chess and don’t plan on changing categories then it is a great family-friendly game to stream.
4. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- Average Viewers: 5k
- Average Channels: 173
- Followers On Twitch: 2.6M
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an ideal streaming choice due to its vast open-world, stunning visuals, and captivating storyline.
Streamers can engage viewers with exploration, puzzle-solving, and dynamic combat. The game’s non-linear progression encourages unique playstyles and it is totally safe for a family-friendly streamer.
5. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
- Average Viewers: 5k
- Average Channels: 107
- Followers On Twitch: 3.6M
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the newest addition to the Smash Bros franchise, maintains a solid following and viewer count despite its age.
As a streaming game, it’s a blast to watch and offers opportunities like organizing tournaments, fostering deeper community engagement and making it an excellent choice for streamers.
6. Among Us
- Average Viewers: 5k
- Average Channels: 97
- Followers On Twitch: 13.7M
Once the pinnacle of gaming and streaming, Among Us may have lost some momentum but still draws a sizable crowd.
The suspenseful deceit and heated discussions about the imposter’s identity keep viewers entertained. Plus, cross-platform compatibility allows for effortless collaboration between streamers or viewers, resulting in exhilarating and competitive gameplay.
7. Super Mario Maker 2
- Average Viewers: 4k
- Average Channels: 23
- Followers On Twitch: 2.3M
Super Mario Maker 2 is perfect for streaming on the Nintendo Switch, offering boundless creativity, captivating platforming gameplay, and a nostalgic charm.
Entertaining viewers with one-of-a-kind level designs, tough playthroughs, and interactive collabs is a breeze.
The lively Super Mario Maker 2 community supplies endless new content and promotes engagement, making it an excellent choice for streams.
8. Fall Guys
- Average Viewers: 4k
- Average Channels: 224
- Followers On Twitch: 7.2M
Fall Guys is an insanely fun game, and one that your viewers will love. There are so many hilarious moments to be had on Fall Guys from crazy falls to annoying trolls.
Although Fall Guys is not nearly as popular as it once was, it still has a a good sized fanbase and is great to stream if you want to create content on other platforms besides just Twitch.
9. Pokémon Scarlet/Violet
- Average Viewers: 4k
- Average Channels: 194
- Followers On Twitch: 324k
Pokémon Scarlet/Violet, as the newest addition to the Pokémon franchise, has gained a significant following due to the series’ resurgence in popularity.
Streamers often add unique twists to their playthroughs, like releasing a Pokémon from the team if it faints in battle, which brings an extra layer of excitement for viewers.
10. Clash Royale
- Average Viewers: 3k
- Average Channels: 39
- Followers On Twitch: 6.4M
Clash Royale makes for a great mobile streaming game, thanks to its tactical gameplay, quick matches, and regular content additions.
Viewers stay entertained as streamers display inventive deck strategies, engage in tough fights, and ascend the competitive ranks.
A lively community promotes interaction and teamwork, while in-game events and tourneys allow streamers to connect with their audience and fellow gamers.
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Eric streams 3 days a week on Twitch and uploads weekly to Youtube under the moniker, StreamersPlaybook. He loves gaming, PCs, and anything else related to tech. He’s the founder of the website StreamersPlaybook and loves helping people answer their streaming, gaming, and PC questions.
