Streamer.bot Alpha Update: What Streamers Need to Know

The latest Streamer.bot Alpha Update is here — and it’s one of the most significant releases in a while. From a full platform migration on the Twitch side to a brand-new HTTP server under the hood, this update has real impact for anyone running stream automations. Here’s a full breakdown.

Streamer.bot Alpha Update: From Twitch IRC to EventSub

The centerpiece of this Streamer.bot Alpha Update is the complete move away from Twitch IRC. Everything — including Chat and Watch Streaks — now runs through Twitch EventSub. This is a foundational shift that makes the Twitch connection more reliable and future-proof.

One important heads-up for anyone with custom integrations: the legacy Message object in Websocket payloads has been officially removed. If you’re still using it, you’ll need to migrate to the newer parts format. The deprecation notice has been out for a while — this update makes it final.

What’s New in This Streamer.bot Alpha Update

Kestrel replaces the old HTTP server The internal HTTP server now runs on Kestrel, the modern .NET web server. The practical benefit: no more dealing with netsh commands to manage permissions. A clean quality-of-life win, especially on Windows.

Improved data integrity A new save routine for data files has been added to combat file corruption bugs. If you’ve ever had a corrupted config file crash your stream mid-session, you’ll know exactly why this matters.

New C# methods & cross-platform First Message tracking Internal tracking for “First Messages” has been unified across platforms. New C# methods have been added as well, including KickDeleteMessage for Kick integration.

Trovo has been removed Trovo has shut down its streaming service, so it’s been removed from Streamer.bot. The C# methods are still present temporarily to avoid breaking existing code immediately, but they’re not staying around long-term.

Alpha Means: Your Feedback Matters

This Streamer.bot Alpha Update is not a final release — bugs are expected and part of the process. The team is actively looking for user feedback to polish things up. If you want early access and want to support the project, subscribe to nate1280‘s Patreon at Bronze Tier or higher. After subscribing, link your Patreon in your account settings on the Streamer.bot website to unlock access.

Bottom Line: Worth Testing

Moving to Twitch EventSub is the right call and long overdue. Combined with the Kestrel upgrade and better data handling, this update shows that Streamer.bot is being actively pushed forward. If you’re looking to level up your stream automation, it’s also worth checking out ByteMate — my own Twitch bot and dashboard that pairs well with tools like this.

Full details in the Streamer.bot Documentation and on Discord.