How to Fix Game Audio Not Picking Up on Stream?
Learn how to resolve issues with your stream not capturing game audio effectively.
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Ensure your audio settings are configured correctly. On your streaming software, check the audio input/output settings to see if the game audio source is selected. Update your audio drivers and verify game settings for any sound output options. If using an external capture card, make sure it's set up properly and the audio is not muted. For Windows, right-click the speaker icon, open 'Sound settings', and ensure the correct output device is selected. Restart your streaming software to apply changes.
FAQs & Answers
- What should I do if my game audio is muted? Make sure your audio settings in both the streaming software and the game settings are configured correctly, and check your hardware if necessary.
- How can I check my audio drivers? You can verify your audio drivers by accessing Device Manager in Windows, finding the sound hardware, and then checking for updates.
- Is an external capture card necessary for streaming? Not necessarily, but an external capture card can help improve audio and video quality, especially when streaming from consoles.
- What are common audio settings for streaming? Ensure your streaming software is set to capture the correct audio source, and that your input/output devices are properly configured in both the software and Windows settings.