Streaming EA FC 25 on YouTube or Twitch? Get this!

Livestreaming has been on the rise since 2011 with the launch of Twitch and is one of the most popular forms of entertainment nowadays. The biggest driver of it all is gaming, including EA FC. But what if you want to start live streaming EA FC 25 on Twitch yourself? What do you need? We help you find the right gear to begin your broadcasting journey. 

First of all, it's crucial to recognize that to be able to livestream requires more than just a PlayStation 5 or Xbox. You will need a streaming pc, streaming software, a Twitch or YouTube account, a proper microphone, and last but not least a capture card. It can be overwhelming, but once settled you will find it is not that hard. Let us dive into each component.

Streaming PC: A Beefy Gaming Desktop

For a streaming PC, we recommend a high-end gaming desktop that is suitable for streaming through either the CPU or GPU. Below you'll find an example of what you could get.

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7800X(3D for gaming) or Intel i7-14700K

• GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060 or better

• Memory: 32 GB RAM or more

• Storage: 1 TB of NVME Storage

• PSU: Gold Tier and 650 Watt or more

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home or pro

The processor and graphics card are sufficient for a livestream of any quality, even at 1080p and 60 FPS. Next to that, it can also handle any PC game you throw at it. So it can be more than just your streaming PC.

Microphone: Shure SM7B or Rode NT USB

When it comes to microphones, the most important is their quality. Bad microphone quality can drive viewers away and could cause a negative viewing experience. We have two recommendations, the Shure SM7B (XLR) and Rode NT USB. Firstly there is the Shure SM7B, this microphone is perfect for content creators, streamers, and gamers. It is one of the most used microphones for podcasts, musicians and even professional production. It gives users way more freedom in how their audio is managed and adjusted, but comes with extra costs and requires more knowledge. Therefore we only recommend it to streamers who like to double down on their audio quality, or streamers who also record music or sing.   Obviously you would want to pair the Shure SM7B with something like a Cloudlifter and a Focusrite Solo. Increasing the total costs to well over 500 dollars or euro's.

A cheaper alternative is the Rode NT USB. This microphone is easy to plug and play with and provides excellent quality for its price (around 150 euro's or dollars). It doesnt offer the flexibility an XLR microphone does, but in terms of audio quality isnt much behind. And way easier to use.

Capture Card: Elgato HD60 X or 4K 60 Pro

When it comes to capture cards, we highly recommend the Elgato HD60 (external) or 4k 60 Pro (internal). We will leave choosing between an external or internal capture card up to you, external will feel more plug and play while internal leaves less mess on your desk and generally give fewer issues. Although that difference is minor.

The main function of a capture card is to capture gameplay footage from your PlayStation 5 or Xbox and forward it to your computer. The only real technical difference between newer capture cards and older ones is the maximum quality of which they can capture footage. Both models we have named here can go up to 4k with 60 fps. And while we do not recommend broadcasting in 4k yet, it is a nice feature to have and ensures you are future-proof.

Streaming software: OBS and Streamlabs

In terms of streaming software, there are two flavors: OBS and Streamlabs. We generally recommend OBS, however, you'll find Streamlabs to be more beginner friendly. The consensus is that OBS gives you more freedom and options in how you want to set up your stream, in terms of overlays, settings, delays, etc. Streamlabs takes away some of these options but is easier to use and understand and use. In any case, whatever you go for, it won't be a wrong choice.

Where do I stream? YouTube or Twitch?

The first thing you should ask yourself if you want to stream: do you already have a big YouTube channel? Or do you want to diversify to a different platform? Overall, it is easier for a small streamer to begin on Twitch. The reason for that is that, well, first of all, Twitch is the biggest livestreaming platform in the world. Secondly, Twitch has an easier time promoting small streamers to their discovery page. As you can imagine, Google/YouTube has way more small timers, and thus it's harder to get noticed. However, what do you do if you already have a big YouTube channel? Well, there are two factors to consider here. Do you want to diversify? Then we would recommend going for Twitch and trying to build an audience there. That way you can funnel that audience to YouTube and vice versa. If you are however interested in getting more engagement on YouTube, then streaming on that platform makes more sense.

More information about EA Sports FC 25

EA Sports FC 25 is the newest game from developer EA, and the first one bearing the new name after EA and FIFA could not come to an agreement. We do not expect the game to change fundamentally, but obviously, this will change in terms of support and how you would go about searching. Overall, we recommend checking out the best our overview of EA FC 25 Rush Mode, how to get a headstart with the EA FC 25 Web App & Companion App, and what EA FC 25 Edition to choose.