How to Stream or Record Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2

Mario Kart World is finally here, and it looks incredible. It supports 4K60 with HDR, delivering beautiful graphics and smooth gameplay.

This guide covers everything you need to record or stream Mario Kart World, whether you're going live on Twitch or clipping clips for TikTok.

• Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World
• A capture card
• Two HDMI cables (Switch 2 and most capture cards include one; you likely already have what you need)
• A computer with Elgato Studio or software such as OBS Studio, or an iPad using the Elgato Capture app.

1. Dock the Switch 2 and power it on.
2. Plug one HDMI cable from the dock into the HDMI input on the capture card.
3. Connect a second HDMI cable from the HDMI output on the capture card to your TV or monitor.
4. Connect the capture card to your computer:
   • Use the included USB cable for an external model like 4K X, HD60 X, or Game Capture Neo.
   • If you’re using 4K Pro, make sure it’s installed in a PCIe slot.

To start recording right away, open Elgato Studio. It works out of the box with your capture card and automatically detects your Nintendo Switch 2.

Note: Elgato Studio is currently in beta. You can download it from our beta page here.

If you want to stream, use a broadcasting app like OBS Studio, Meld Studio, or others. Before you go live, you’ll need to add your capture card as a Video Capture Device source.

In Elgato Studio

• No manual setup needed. Elgato Studio automatically detects your resolution and frame rate. It supports recording up to 4K60 with HDR, perfect for capturing right away.

In OBS Studio or other streaming software

• Go to Settings > Video, and set your Base (Canvas) Resolution and Output (Scaled) Resolution to match your console’s output (e.g., 3840x2160).
• Under Common FPS Values, choose 60.
• In your capture card’s source properties, set the resolution and frame rate to Custom, and match the values to your setup (e.g., 3840x2160 at 60 fps).
• If you notice HDR color issues, consider turning HDR off in your Switch 2 display settings or tone mapping options in OBS.

• Click Record in Elgato Studio or Start Streaming in OBS Studio.

If you're looking to adjust resolution, record at higher frame rates, or configure audio settings, check out the full setup guide:

How to stream or record Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay

Use our Capture Card Selector to find the one that fits your setup.