Stream Xbox 360 Gameplay to PC: Requires Capture Card

Xbox 360 cannot stream directly to PC. No built-in encoder/streaming app (unlike Xbox One/Series).

Hardware Solution: Capture Card (Required)

• Internal (PCIe): Elgato 4K60 Pro MK.2, AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K / HD 2. Best latency/quality.
• External (USB 3.0/3.1): Elgato HD60 X / HD60 S+, AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus, Razer Ripsaw HD. Easiest.
• Budget: Generic USB 3.0 HDMI Capture ($15–25) – 1080p60, higher latency, no passthrough. Works for OBS.

Setup

1. Xbox 360 HDMI Out → Capture Card HDMI In.
2. Capture Card HDMI Out → Monitor/TV (Passthrough – Essential for Zero Lag Gaming).
3. Capture Card USB → PC.
4. OBS Studio / Streamlabs / XSplit: Add "Video Capture Device" → Select Card → Configure Resolution/FPS (1080p60/720p60).
5. Audio: Capture Card Audio Input (Game) + Mic (Separate).

Alternatives (No Live Stream)

• Record to USB/HDD: Xbox 360 "Game DVR" – No. Only Xbox One/Series.
• DVD Recorder / PVR: Analog (Component/Composite) → DVD-R / HDD Recorder. 480i/480p only.
• Phone Cam: Point at TV. Terrible quality.

Best Budget Start: $20 Generic USB 3.0 Capture + OBS. Upgrade to Elgato/AVerMedia for Passthrough/Quality.