Gamecaster

Gamecaster Inc. is an American corporation based in San Diego, California. The company holds a patent in virtual camera control technology. According to Teamxbox.com, Gamecaster is responsible for creating "the world’s first video game camera".[1] This technology is responsible for combining video gaming and the broadcasting of sports events; thus introducing video gaming as a spectator sport. According to CBS news, "The ability to broadcast from within the game completely changes the way people view video game competitions."[2] In 2008, IGN wrote, "If Gamecaster has its way, video game competitions will become just as much a part of American television viewing as the Super Bowl or the World Series."[3]

This article is about the company. For gamecasting, see Video game live streaming.
Gamecaster
TypePrivate
IndustryVideo games
Founded2000
HeadquartersSan Diego, California, U.S.
Websitewww.gamecaster.com

References
  1. "Team XBox: Gamecaster Demonstration". Archived from the original on 2008-02-06. Retrieved 2008-10-21.
  2. "CBS News: "Gamecaster's Way of Watching"". Archived from the original on 2008-10-06. Retrieved 2008-10-21.
  3. "IGN: Gamecaster Field of Play". Archived from the original on 2008-07-25. Retrieved 2008-10-21.
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