How to set up Game Capture 4K S with Nintendo Switch 2

Ready to showcase your Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay in cinematic 4K60? Whether you're streaming your latest speedrun or capturing for YouTube, Game Capture 4K S makes it simple. With full 4K60 capture, high frame rate support, and near-zero latency, it’s built to keep up with everything the new Switch can throw at it.

Here’s how to set it up in minutes.

• Nintendo Switch 2 in docked mode
• Elgato Game Capture 4K S
• Two HDMI Cables
  • One is included with Game Capture 4K S
• USB-C to C cable (included)
• A computer (Windows, macOS, or iPad with USB-C)
  • Capturing with iPad required Elgato Capture App
• Elgato Studio or OBS Studio

1. Plug the included USB-C to C cable from 4K S into your computer or iPad.
2. No drivers required, 4K S is plug-and-play on all supported platforms.

1. Dock your Nintendo Switch 2 and power it on.
2. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the dock’s HDMI OUT port.
3. Connect the other end into the HDMI IN port on the back of your 4K S.

1. Use a second HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT port of 4K S to your gaming monitor or TV.
2. This gives you lag-free passthrough, so you can play in up to 4K60 HDR with no delay.

1. Download Elgato Studio here.
2. Open Elgato Studio, Elgato’s next-gen recording software.
3. Your Nintendo Switch 2 signal should appear automatically.
4. Elgato Studio will show live HDMI diagnostics, current resolution and frame rate, and a red recording icon at the bottom. You are now ready to record!

Want to go live on Twitch, YouTube, or anywhere else? OBS Studio pairs perfectly with Game Capture 4K S.

Here’s how to set it up:

1. Download OBS Studio here. Install after downloaded.
2. Open OBS Studio on your computer.
3. In the Sources panel, click the + and select Video Capture Device.
4. Name your source (e.g., “Switch 2 – 4K S”) and click OK.
5. In the device dropdown, select Elgato Game Capture 4K S.
6. OBS will display your live feed. You can adjust resolution, frame rate, and crop settings in the properties window.
7. Add your mic, overlays, alerts, and you’re ready to go live.
8. For macOS users, you'll need to add a Audio Input Capture Source as well, and select Game Capture 4K S to capture your in game sound.

Once set up, you can stream Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay in up to 4K60 quality, and with ultra-low latency, just how your audience likes it.

When your Nintendo Switch 2 is docked and connected to Game Capture 4K S, game audio is transmitted through HDMI. so you’ll hear and capture everything by default. However, if you plug a headset into the Switch while docked, it can reroute audio away from the capture card, resulting in silent recordings.

To keep your audio flowing, we recommend plugging your headphones directly into your computer instead. You can monitor game sound in Elgato Studio or OBS Studio using their built-in preview features, with minimal latency. This way, you get clear, synced game audio in both your headphones and your recording, no audio dropout, no split signals.

Want one-tap control over your recording and streaming production? Connect a Stream Deck and assign Elgato Studio or OBS Studio actions to your keys. Go live, mute, or switch scenes without leaving the game.

You can download the plugins by visiting Elgato Marketplace:

Elgato Studio Plugin

OBS Studio Plugin

Now you’re ready to record or stream Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay in stunning 4K60. Whether you're showcasing new titles, capturing reviews, or just flexing your skills, Game Capture 4K S keeps your content sharp, smooth, and ready to share.

If you have questions about capturing Nintendo Switch 2, check out our previous article "How to Stream or Record Nintendo Switch 2 Gameplay" here.