Frequently asked questions
General FAQ
What is Gimbl?
With Gimbl, you can get challenged to achieve in-game actions and get rewarded. Take control of the destiny of what is happening in your live streams, reach new heights, unlock achievements. Explore a new type of fun through the challenges you set or face!
What are Challenges?
Challenges are conditional donations sent to a streamer through Gimbl. Once someone sets up a challenge, the streamer can accomplish the requested in-game action to unlock the donation reward.
Can I create Challenges?
At the moment, challenges are predefined and different for each game. However, we welcome challenge suggestions from anyone. If you have an idea and wish to see it live on Gimbl, send us over your suggestion here
Is Gimbl accessible to any streamer?
Gimbl is a global platform anyone can join. Whether it is your first stream ever or you are a highly regarded influencer, you can apply to be part of the Gimbl streamer program.
What streaming platform does Gimbl support?
Gimbl supports streaming on Twitch and Youtube, but more are coming soon.
Is the service free to use?
Gimbl is free to use. We do not charge any monthly fees. Gimbl charges a commission fee on successfully achieved challenges only. For every challenge that is not achieved by a streamer, users/donators are fully refunded.
Can I stream using Gimbl?
No, Gimbl is not a streaming platform. We are dedicated to improving everyone's experience through innovative and entertaining features.
What games are supported by Gimbl?
As of today, we support Fortnite and League of Legends. However, it is our top priority to add more games as soon as possible.
Can I become a streamer and use Gimbl on my live streaming sessions?
Yes. Once you sign up to Gimbl, you can apply to become a Gimbl streamer. After validation from the Gimbl team, you are free to use the platform as often as you wish.
I don't stream with a computer, can I use Gimbl?
For now, Gimbl is only available for PC gamers.
Streamer FAQ
How can Gimbl improve the monetization of my live streaming session?
The Gimbl platform answers the pain points that streamers encounter during their streaming session. It enables the stream audience to become active and own a key role in the way the game is played. Anyone can set the challenges to accomplish to get the donations/rewards. It provides the audience with new fun and engaging way to interact and communicate.
What is the Gimbl OBS Overlay?
The Gimbl OBS overlay is a web link designed to be displayed on top of the video broadcasted by a streamer. Its purpose is to display key pieces of information to the audience to improve monetization an engagement such as:
- The number of donations locked in challenges to complete
- The number of donations earned through completed challenges
- Live Feed of people challenging through Gimbl
What is the Gimbl desktop app?
A streamer that wishes to use Gimbl features throughout his or her live streaming session has to install and utilize the Gimbl desktop app. Through the Gimbl desktop app, it is possible to launch challenge sessions and enable anyone to participate in challenges.