Summary
Recording gameplay from consoles seems like it should be simpler than it actually is.
That’s why I was excited to put theElgato Game Capture Neoexternal capture card to the test.
Does the Game Capture Neo succeed in making this as easy as plugging it in and hitting record?
Jerome Thomas / How-To Geek
Not quite, but it makes a good attempt at it.
The Game Capture Neo is a powerful unit that turns you into a creator.
Plus it works with any app, so you might start right away.
The Game Capture Neo is a powerful device that turns you into a creator. It connects your console to your gaming screen and laptop or iPad, so you can record or stream like a pro. Plus it works with any app, so you can start right away.
Plug And Play?
It really seemed like it was plug-and-play.
Once I turned it off, my PS5 screen showed up in OBS just fine.
Jerome Thomas / How-To Geek
If you’re already recording and streaming game footage, HDCP is something you’ve probably already turned off.
However, my first recording did not go well.
The 45-minute recording was much darker than my TV screen with consistent audio skipping issues.
Jerome Thomas / How-To Geek
Next, I tried Elgato’s 4K Capture software.
As such, I was worried about issues with the Game Capture Neo, as well.
Should you Buy the Elgato Game Capture Neo?
Jerome Thomas / How-To Geek
