Stream from PlayStation

Multistream from your PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 using its built-in broadcasting: one broadcast reaches YouTube, Kick, Twitch and any other platform you turn on. See how console streaming works for the idea behind it.

Step 1: Set up BEAM in Studio

Open console setup in Studio and:

1. Log in to BEAM, or create an account.
2. Link your Twitch channel. Use the same Twitch account you will link on your PlayStation.
3. Optionally, turn on the other platforms you want to stream to.

If you have already done this, carry on with the PlayStation steps below.

Step 2: Set the DNS on your PlayStation

PlayStation 5

1. Select Settings in the top-right corner of the home screen.

2. Go to Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection.

3. Select the network you are using (it is marked Connected), press the Options button and choose Advanced settings.

4. Select DNS Settings and set it to Manual.

5. Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS:

   Primary DNS	208.73.20.147
   Secondary DNS	1.1.1.1

6. Select OK to exit the menu.

PlayStation 4

1. Go up on the home screen and select Settings.

2. Go to Network > Set Up Internet Connection.

3. Select the connection you are using, Use Wi-Fi or Use a LAN Cable, then select Custom. For IP Address Settings select Automatic, and for DHCP Host Name select Do Not Specify.

4. For DNS Settings, select Manual.

5. Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS:

   Primary DNS	208.73.20.147
   Secondary DNS	1.1.1.1

6. Press Next. For MTU Settings select Automatic, and for Proxy Server select Do Not Use. Select Test Internet Connection to finish.

Step 3: Link Twitch on your PlayStation

PlayStation 5

1. Select Settings in the top-right corner of the home screen.
2. Select Users and Accounts > Linked Services.
3. If Twitch is not showing as Linked, link your Twitch account: scan the QR code with a phone, or open the URL on your PC or phone.

PlayStation 4

1. Go up on the home screen and select Settings.
2. Select Account Management > Linked Services.
3. Select Twitch and make sure it is linked. If it is not, link your Twitch account: scan the QR code with a phone, or open the URL on your PC or phone.

Tip

If Twitch asks for the 8-letter code on its verification page, type it without the space.

Step 4: Restart your PlayStation

Restart so the new DNS takes effect.

PlayStation 5

1. Press the PS button to open the Control Center.
2. Select Power and press ✕ to bring up the options.
3. Select Restart PS5.

PlayStation 4

1. Go up on the home screen and select Power.
2. Select Power Options.
3. Select Restart PS4.

Step 5: Go live

Set your stream title and category in Studio first; you can change them there at any time.

PlayStation 5

1. Press the Create button on your controller to open the share options.
2. Select Broadcast.
3. Select Twitch, adjust the settings if you like, then press Start Broadcasting.

PlayStation 4

1. Press the Share button on your controller to open the share options.
2. Select Broadcast Gameplay.
3. Select Twitch, adjust the settings if you like, then press Start Broadcasting.

Your stream should show up on BEAM within about 10 seconds of going live. If it has not appeared after 30 seconds, see Troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting

If your stream appears on your Twitch channel but not on BEAM, restart your PlayStation so the DNS settings take effect.