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OBS Studio, TikTok Live Studio, Twitch, YouTube, Discord, you name it. Choose your apps and stream your way—with near-zero latency.
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Game Capture 4K S is Elgato's next-gen external card offering 4K60 HDR capture, zero-lag passthrough, and broad software compatibility in a compact, plug-and-play form.
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This guide will explain the process for recording console gameplay using Elgato Game Capture 4K S.
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Wondering how to set up Nintendo Switch 2 with Elgato's Game Capture 4K S? Here's a step-by-step guide!
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Wondering how to set up PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 5 Pro with Elgato's Game Capture 4K S? Here's a step-by-step guide!
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Find all the technical specs for Game Capture 4K S, including ports, resolutions, HDR support, and what's in the box.
Find all the system requirements for Game Capture 4K S
Here's a full list of what's supported for both capture and passthrough for Elgato Game Capture 4K S.
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Looking to get a new capture card? Here is the difference between Game Capture 4K S and Game Capture Neo.
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Looking to get a new capture card? Here is the difference between Game Capture 4K S and Game Capture HD60 X.
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Looking to get a new capture card? Here is the difference between Game Capture 4K S and Game Capture 4K X.
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Looking to get a new capture card? Here is the difference between Game Capture 4K X and Game Capture 4K Pro.
Find out which Elgato capture card fits your Nintendo Switch 2 setup — and how each delivers smooth, high-quality gameplay recording and streaming.
Explore which Elgato capture cards work best with PlayStation 5 — and how to record or stream your gameplay in smooth, stunning detail.
Learn how to capture and share your Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay using Elgato capture cards — perfect for streaming, recording, or creating content.
Learn how to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 to a Mac using Elgato capture hardware for smooth, high-quality gameplay recording and streaming.
Learn how to capture stunning HDR footage in OBS Studio using Elgato capture cards — for vibrant color, deep contrast, and pro-level results.
Understand how HDR tonemapping works and why it’s key to preserving detail, contrast, and color accuracy in your gameplay captures.
Use a capture card (like Elgato 4K X, 4K S or 4K Pro) to grab gameplay from your Switch 2 — then record or stream via Elgato Studio or OBS. It’s simple to set up and perfect for sharing races, highlights or full runs.
The new OBS Studio update brings a built‑in Plugin Manager, better audio handling, improved recording formats and NVIDIA RTX enhancements — making streaming or recording easier and more reliable.
OBS may only support older VST2 by default — but with atkAudio, you can load modern VST3 plugins and apply effects like noise reduction or equalization directly to your stream. Simple to set up, great audio.
Now you can stream multiple video/audio variants simultaneously and record in a crash-resistant Hybrid MP4 container. Add updated themes and Linux NVENC enhancements — a robust upgrade for streamers and content creators alike.
Hook up your console or PC with an Elgato capture card, open Elgato Studio or OBS, and capture Silksong gameplay in 4K60. Perfect for live streams or sharing epic runs and highlights.
Hook up your Switch 2 via a capture card, open Elgato Studio or OBS Studio, and record or stream Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition in full 4K60. Simple setup — instant gameplay capture.
Dock your Switch 2, connect a capture card and HDMI cables, then open Elgato Studio or OBS — and you're ready to stream or record Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in 4K60 or 1080p120. Simple setup, cinematic results.
With a capture card and Elgato Studio (or OBS), it takes minutes to stream or record Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Switch 2 — up to 4K60 with HDR. From exploration to combat, capture every moment.
Dock your Switch 2, connect a capture card, then open Elgato Studio or OBS — and you're ready to stream or record Mario Kart World in full 4K60 HDR. Perfect for sharing races, highlights or live lap-action.
Many platforms delete VODs after a set time. By saving your livestream locally (via OBS), you'll always have a copy — ideal for editing, highlights or replay uploads.
Learn the exact steps to set up your Switch 2 for smooth, high-quality gameplay recording.
A clear guide to selecting the right streaming software—no matter your experience level.
Compare Elgato's capture card lineup and discover which model best fits your platform, resolution, and workflow.
Learn how to record or stream Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Explore the latest OBS Studio update and see how new features and fixes can improve your streaming setup.
Learn how to record or stream Pokémon Pokopia with Nintendo Switch 2 using an Elgato capture card.
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