If you’re just starting out and you find OBS’s interface a bit too complicated then you should definitely check out Streamlabs OBS. These features include Picture-in-Picture mode, Custom Watermarks, and Push-to-Talk mode. Apart from basic video recording and saving features, it has many other side features perfect for video tutorials. It records at a 1:1 ratio, meaning the same way as your panel. OBS is capable of recording in MP4 and FLV formats and it uses your PC’s GPU for High-Quality streaming. However, there is a learning curve to it, which you can get accustomed to in time.

You are not required to change any special settings, just select the source which you would like to record and start recording. Be it simply recording your gameplay or even streaming it side by side, OBS is the tool for you.

Probably the best tool of the lot, simply because of its open-source nature and flexibility, Open Broadcaster Software or OBS is the preferred tool for a lot of gamers out there. Xbox Game Bar (Replaces Windows Game DVR)

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