How to live stream games using a mobile phone

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How to live stream games using a mobile phone
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  • Use the Streamlabs mobile app for iOS and Android devices to live stream mobile games.
  • Streamlabs is available free for iOS and Android devices.
  • Follow the given steps below on how to live stream mobile games effortlessly.
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Mobile game streaming has gained popularity in recent years. It has become a popular way for gaming professionals to monetize their hobby and get famous through streaming on interactive platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook.

Live streaming from the gaming console and computers ensures high-quality videos during the broadcast but this shouldn’t stop you from streaming mobile games. Streaming through mobile will let you share live gameplay on multiple platforms like Android devices, iPad and iPhones.

Asia is the biggest gaming marketplace in the world. It constitutes approx $34.114 billion in revenue from over 905 million users. China alone generates $21.02 billion which is about 61% of the Asian revenue. It’s a clear indicator of why mobile streaming is booming around the globe.

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Given numbers are breathtaking and you must be thinking about how can you live stream gameplay on mobile seamlessly. Well, there are two different ways to broadcast mobile games. You can install an app that lets you stream on the mobile or you can install software on a PC/ laptop that lets you broadcast the screen of your mobile.

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The ideal way is to download a dedicated app for streaming mobile games, Streamlabs. You can download it from Playstore and App Store.

Do you need any streaming equipment?
If you decide to broadcast mobile games through a computer you will be needing a webcam, microphone and dedicated software that enables you to connect your smartphone through the computer.

When we talk about streaming gameplay from a mobile device it's a lot simpler. All you need is a streaming platform and a live streaming app.

How to stream mobile games
The best way to stream mobile games is to install an app. We would recommend the Streamlabs application. It is designed specifically for live streaming content on YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook Gaming.

Now, let's walk you through steps on how to stream mobile games using Streamlabs.
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Step 1
Streamlabs is available free on Android and iOS. Download the app and log in with your credentials. You can also log in through Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook accounts.

Step 2
To live stream your gameplay from your phone, click on ‘Stream your games.’ If you want to use the camera while streaming then click on ‘Use your camera’.

Step 3
Customize your broadcast according to your preferences. You can use editor mode which allows you to add different widgets, custom images, overlay themes and much more.

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Step 4
When you are ready to stream click on ‘Go Live’ and choose the platform you want to broadcast. (YouTube, Twitch, Facebook)

Essential tips and tricks
Before live-streaming make sure your mobile is running as fast as possible. Close all the open apps to reduce the potential lags or crashes.

For the best performance, stream from wifi. Also, turn off all the notifications or put your phone in Do not disturb mode because everything displayed on the screen will be broadcasted.

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