But that hasnt stopped gamers from finding out workarounds & streaming their Switch gameplay on Discord.
Lets see two such methods thatll allow you to go live from your Nintendo Switch in no time.
Otherwise, go for OBS in case you want extra customization options.
Youll also need to install Discord on the said computer/laptop and sign on with your Discord account.
Last but not least, you have to keep your Switch docked while streaming.
So youll have to forget about streaming your gameplay in handheld mode.
Keep in mind, these requirements are for streaming with a capture card.
Theres another(less effective) method that doesnt need a capture card or any of these requirements.
Well talk about that later on.
Also, change the installation location and the capture cards name from the script if needed.
Step 4: Set up Discord for Streaming
Voila!
Your gameplay capture from Nintendo Switch will be streaming on the selected Discord server.
Expert tip:To ensure the best possible video output from Switch, go to System tweaks.
Then set the TV Resolution to 1080p and select Full RGB Range.
To do so, all youll need is a smartphone, which Im pretty sure you already have.
I think you know where Im going at.
Simply point your phones camera at the Switch and stream your phones video capture via Discord mobile.
For some people, it might not be an ideal solution but thats all there is.
Now grant all the necessary permissions and customize the layout of options according to your preference.
Then place your phone on a tripod and confirm that the phones camera is properly framing your Switch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you stream Switch gameplay on Discord with OBS?
Yes, you’re able to stream Switch gameplay on Discord using OBS.
But Id recommend using VLC player or Streamlabs if you want to go live from your Switch console.
Does Nintendo Switch have a screencast feature?
