How to Stream Games on Twitch from PS4 or Xbox One

Apr. 10, 2018



Boasting of over 2.2 million unique monthly streamers and an excess of 292 billion minutes of content watched, Twitch is currently the world’s biggest online streaming platform, especially for gamers. While PC happens to be the most common ground for streamers, streaming on Twitch from your gaming console is actually a much easier task. In fact, the service comes integrated on your consoles, so there is no need for you to install any third-party broadcasting software. So, would you like to know more? Well then, read on, as we show you how to stream games on Twitch using your PS4 or Xbox One gaming console:

Note: It goes without saying that you will be requiring a Twitch account for the following method. In case you don’t already have one, you can sign-up for Twitchhere. Also, while console gaming supports native streaming, we recommend using acapture card.

How to Stream PS4 or Xbox One Games on Twitch

How to Stream PS4 or Xbox One Games on Twitch

Note: The following method was carried out on a PS4 since it has Twitch streaming embedded natively. However, if you wish to stream games from your Xbox One, you will first have todownload the Twitch app (free)on your Xbox One by following the linkhereor by searching for it in the Store. After that, the process would remain the same for both the consoles.

  1. First off, launch the game of your choice. Then,press the “Share” button on your controller.In the Share settings that show up, select“Broadcast Gameplay”.

  2. Next up,select “Twitch”from the list of services.

  3. You will now be required tolog-in to your Twitch account. Simply head over to theactivation pageon your PC/Mobile, and enter the code shown on the PS4 to link your Twitch account to your PS4.

  4. Once your Twitch credentials have been saved, the stream settings will show up.Give your stream a nameand then select“Start Broadcasting”.

5.And that’s it. A Twitch window will show up on your gameplay footage.

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Using the aforementioned guide, you should easily be able to stream your games to Twitch from your Sony PlayStation 4 or Microsoft Xbox One gaming console. Also, while the quality of the stream would generally be decent, we personally recommend using a capture card for enhanced video stream quality. So, now that you know everything, are you ready to stream your gameplay on Twitch? Share with us your Twitch experiences in the comments down below.

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