Keep in mind that you may also need some additional equipment such as a USB microphone or audio mixer.Stream alerts are one of the most popular tools in use by live streamers these days.

Once connected you can then use Streamlabs Desktop or a similar streaming software to add a source for your video capture device and configure the rest of your stream with overlays and widgets.

Capture devices installed directly to your motherboard via PCIe does not typically have any audio delay.

Note: Older capture devices may have slight audio delays, so check the details on the capture device you have purchased.

The Capture Device will be connected from your console to your PC and TV/Monitor via HDMI cables. The Capture card may be installed directly onto your PC motherboard or connected to your computer using a USB cable.

Each device provides relative installation instructions.

(Note: The most popular capture options Elgato Game Capture HD60 PRO Elgato Game Capture HD60s and Avermedia Portable Capture Device)

Utilize extensive broadcasting software, tools & features.

Free 7 Day Trial and then a small subscription feeĬonnecting to a PC capture card or capture device.

Can use external microphones and webcams.

Ability to add custom overlays & widgets to your stream.

You cannot use Streamlabs alerts or overlays on stream when you stream directly from your console, however, you can utilize Streamlabs recent events to monitor incoming events and thank your viewers.

On Xbox, you can use one of the available apps (eg Twitch app) to stream directly to the streaming platform.

You can use the native 'share' feature on PS4 to stream directly to one of the supported streaming platforms.

Limited customization and inability to display alerts or overlays on stream.

You can use Streamlabs Desktop to seamlessly set up overlays and widgets for a professional-looking stream in minutes. Connect your console to a PC with a capture card or other capture device.If it is an Xbox you could stream with Streamlabs Studio.

Use an app available on the console to stream directly to the streaming platform (eg Twitch).

How to stream with streamlabs