can you rewind a twitch stream
Twitch streams, once live, typically cannot be rewound in real-time like a traditional video. However, there are a few ways you can rewatch or catch up on parts of the stream:
1. VODs (Video on Demand): If the streamer has enabled VODs (which is usually the case), you can watch past streams after they’ve ended. To access a VOD, go to the streamer’s channel page and look for the “Videos” section, where past broadcasts are stored.
2. Clips: If the streamer or viewers have created clips during the stream, you can watch those specific moments. Clips are short segments of a stream that are highlighted by the community or the streamer themselves.
3. Replays from Streamers with Highlights: Some streamers will highlight key moments of their streams and save them, making them available for you to watch at any time.
If you’re looking for a real-time rewind feature (like pausing or skipping back during a live broadcast), Twitch doesn’t offer that option. You would need to rely on the VODs after the stream has ended.