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How to Live Stream Minecraft for Xbox

To live stream "Minecraft" on the Xbox 360, you will need a a video-capture card and an account with a live-streaming website such as YouTube or Twitch. The capture card will enable you to play the game on your television while your computer records and streams the footage. You can also add commentary to your live streams by connecting a microphone.

What Is a Video-Capture Card?
- A video-capture card is a device that connects your computer and your video game console together. These devices capture footage directly from the console itself so you will still be able to view the game on your television without any additional lag. Settings such as brightness and contrast, audio levels and bit rate can each be adjusted manually. You can save your recorded files onto your computer for later use or you can stream the footage live onto a streaming website.
Elgato Game Capture HD
- Elgato Game Capture HD is a video-capture device built specifically for high-definition gaming. It has a built-in live streaming feature that lets you link your recordings directly to your YouTube or Twitch accounts. You can adjust the volume of both the in-game audio and your microphone, ensuring your commentary won't be drowned out by the game. You can also adjust the bit rate of your live streams to achieve the smoothest playback. Game Capture HD can be purchased from the Elgato website for $180 as of July 2013.
Roxio Game Capture
- Roxio Game Capture comes in both HD Pro and Standard editions. You will need the HD Pro version to live stream your content to Twitch or Justin TV. When live streaming, you can select a server from a list of available options and designate a video preset to match your upload speed. Roxio Game Capture can send updates to your Twitter and Facebook accounts when live streaming, ensuring your fans never miss a moment. The HD Pro edition of Roxio Game Capture is available to buy from the Roxio website for $150 as of July 2013.
AVerMedia Live Gamer HD
- AVerMedia Live Gamer HD is a Windows-only application that enables you to stream your Xbox 360 gameplay to Twitch, Ustream and niconico. Video footage can be captured at 1080p and you can also record audio commentary along with your game play. When running, the device has low processor consumption, reducing lag and fan noise from your game play recordings. As of July 2013, Live Gamer HD has a list price of $220 on Amazon.

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