How to stream and comment on games. Introduction to capture software [Part 2]

The PC was also set up.
The capture board is also perfectly prepared.
All you have to do is install the recording and streaming software!

NowadaysRecording and streaming possible with one softwareHowever, when you consider the image quality and distribution layout,It may be better to have separate software for recording and streaming..
This time, I would like to introduce two pieces of software that are easy to use and have a lot of information: one for recording and one for streaming.

Recording software "AVerMedia RECentral4"

The first thing I'll introduce isAVerMedia RECentral4It is.
This is free software that allows you to record and stream with just one device.
It is running on Windows 10 or later and a specified compatible product.But, as I introduced last timeGC573as well as the GC553It is now available.

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Intuitive, easy-to-use software

I previously reviewed an article that explains a simple setup method, so please read that as well.

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Well, if you ask me what is good about this software in terms of recording, I would say,It's so easy" I try to answer, "Yes.
Although you can fine-tune the video and audio quality of the recording, its main feature is that it is excellent for recording at the same quality as what is displayed on the screen.

The image above is a close-up of a part of the software, but just by looking at it,

What is the recording resolution and frame rate?
What are the video and audio bit rates?
What type of recording format is it?
- Where do I press to start recording?
・Which button should you press to take a still image?

You can see that at a glance.

How to change recording settings and recommended settings

"I want to always record at maximum quality!"People who sayIt's fine to choose the highest quality profileHowever, "I want to keep the image quality high while minimizing the storage capacity.I tried filming a video while changing some settings, hoping it would serve as a guide for people who are wondering what settings to use.

First, let's look at how to set the image quality and sound quality. Please take a look at the image below.
Under the recording quality section, click+' to open the settings screen.

This will give you the following settings

Now, here are some adjustments to make.
*Adjusting various settings will affect quality, but the best settings will vary depending on your PC configuration and environment.

- Frame rate (FPS)
Determine the number of frames to be drawn (recorded) in the video.
Most current games are based on 60 FPS, so change the value here to 60.

・Video bit rate (Mbps)
Simply put, the higher the number, the clearer the video will be, and the lower the number, the rougher the video will be. (It's okay to understand that）
The highest quality setting is 60Mbps, but the capacity is quite large, so you should consider the capacity.

You can learn about the complicated parts like codecs and H.264 later, so firstUse this as a base and adjust it to your liking..

Differences in video quality depending on settings

Video bitrate: 12 30FPS
Video bitrate: 12 60FPS
Video bitrate: 30 60FPS
Video bitrate: 60 60FPS (highest quality)

Comparing them like this makes it easy to see the differences in image quality and smoothness of movement.
Bitrate 12, 30FPSThe screen is choppy and blurry.
60FPSAs soon as I did that, the smoothness was completely different.Increasing the bitrateThe image quality is improved to the point that it is not noticeable even when displayed in full screen.
of courseThe higher the bitrate and FPS, the larger the recording file size will be..
Once you have secured a certain level of image quality, the next thing to consider is how much you want to focus on it.

*This is just my personal opinion, but if you are recording with the intention of watching on YouTube in theater mode or default mode, I think a bitrate of 30 and 60 FPS would be just right.

Streaming software "OBS Studio"

Next, let's talk about streaming software.
There are various distribution software in the world, but the one I can recommend to anyone is "OBS StudioIt is a distribution software called ".

There are almost no complicated settings, and the software is lightweight, so it is easy to use.
Another major advantage is that it has a large user population and information can be obtained quickly.

Delivery methods and recommended settings

After launching OBS, first press the settings button at the bottom right to open the settings screen.

"配 信Open the drop-down menu in the " section and select the site you want to distribute to.
However,Server URL"When"Stream KeyIf you are broadcasting on a site that has "" set up, it will be smoother if you set up the broadcast using custom settings.

What are server URLs and stream keys?

Let's take a look at YouTube as an example.
First, click on the user icon in the top right corner of YouTube.Creator ToolsProceed to.

You can find the Server URL and Stream Key in the Encoder Settings within the live stream.

Enter this URL and string into the custom field in OBS.

This completes the setup for streaming.

Output and Video Settings

First, please take a look at the image quality of the archive streamed on the Akihabara Base Camp channel.

This setting has the same image quality and smoothness as the above broadcast.

And the specs of the PC I'm using
CPU: i7-4770K
GPU: GTX960
Memory: 16GB
That said, I was able to stream without any issues even with specs that didn't quite reach the entry- to mid-range range for a gaming PC, so the key is to make sure you configure it properly.

however,"It's easy to distribute consumer games" But what if you were to stream while playing PC games on the same PC?
The number of games you can play satisfactorily will become limited, and you will need to review your settings.

No problem if you use RECentral and OBS

There are many different capture and streaming software programs available on the market, but you can't go wrong by starting with the two programs introduced here.
Above all, it is easy to understand and use, which is a great thing for people who want to start live commentary and streaming.

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