Live broadcasting platform Twitch was integrated into the Xbox One dashboard with the Snap feature in 2014. Console users were able to live stream while playing games by connecting their Twitch accounts to Xbox. However, Microsoft removed this functionality from the console in 2017.
Twitch’s application, on the other hand, had the opportunity to broadcast Xbox games live. As can be expected, this situation forced console users to install the application of the live broadcast platform. Microsoft, which made a big impact with its purchase of Activision-Blizzard in January, gave another good news to users.
Xbox allows live streaming with Twitch
The ‘live with Twitch’ feature, which Microsoft has been testing since October, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. “You can now access Twitch directly from the Xbox Guide and get setup in a few simple steps,” the company statement said. made statements.
To be able to broadcast live, enter the “Capture and Share” tab in the Xbox Guide section and press the “Live broadcast” button. You can connect your Twitch account to Xbox by scanning the QR code with your Android or iOS phone. After connecting you need to press the “Go live now” button.
At this point, connect your headset and webcam to the console. Then set information such as broadcast title, game sound, microphone volume, resolution and bitrate value. After completing the preparations, you can start the broadcast.
Broadcast can be watched from anywhere
According to Microsoft’s statement, Twitch users will be able to watch your broadcast from anywhere, regardless of phone or computer. In addition, players who follow you on Xbox will be able to choose to receive notifications when you go live on Twitch. Notifications will of course be optional and can be enabled in the live stream tab in Xbox settings.
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