Facebook launched a separate game app on Monday, allowing users to create and watch live game broadcasts in defiance of Amazon's Twitch platform.

The new app was available on Monday for Android devices, with a separate iOS version for Apple.
Facebook said that the new application will allow users to watch "electronic sports" or game competitions, as well as participate in games with other users over the Internet.

The leading social network said it had accelerated the launch process to "encourage meaningful community interactions" for people locked in by the coronary virus pandemic.

Facebook said it sees a lot of interest in the new app, with around 700 million global users already playing or participating in game groups on its platform.

The app has been tested in some parts of the world since 2018. The leading social network said in a statement on Twitter. 

The Facebook Gaming app is a focused gaming-only experience where you can watch your favorite broadcasters, play instant games and participate in-game groups.

All about Facebook Gaming in an elegant app-sized package.