Livestreaming from Unreal Engine to YouTube Live

This comprehensive guide demonstrates how to set up zero-latency, DirectX12-compatible livestreaming directly from Unreal Engine to YouTube Live using the powerful Unreal-Spout plugin system.

What You'll Learn

In this tutorial, we cover the complete workflow for professional livestreaming from Unreal Engine:

• Unreal-Spout Integration - Setting up the DirectX12-compatible Spout system
• Virtual Camera Configuration - Creating bidirectional camera feeds
• OBS Integration - Connecting Unreal Engine output to OBS Studio
• YouTube Live Setup - Configuring streaming settings for optimal quality
• Zero-Latency Optimization - Achieving real-time performance

Why This Matters for Virtual Production

Real-time streaming from Unreal Engine opens up incredible possibilities for:

• Live Virtual Events - Host immersive experiences in real-time
• Interactive Presentations - Engage audiences with dynamic 3D content
• Virtual Production Workflows - Stream composited scenes live
• Educational Content - Teach 3D concepts interactively
• Gaming Content Creation - Stream high-quality gameplay footage

Technical Requirements

To follow this tutorial, you'll need:

• Unreal Engine 4.26+ or Unreal Engine 5
• OBS Studio (latest version)
• Spout plugin for Unreal Engine
• DirectX12-compatible graphics card
• YouTube channel with live streaming enabled

Key Benefits of This Approach

Professional Quality: Maintain full Unreal Engine rendering quality in your live streams

Real-Time Interaction: Zero-latency setup allows for interactive experiences

Bidirectional Capabilities: Send and receive video feeds between applications

Scalable Setup: Works for both small presentations and large-scale productions

Getting Started

The tutorial walks through the entire process step-by-step, from initial plugin installation to going live on YouTube. Whether you're a content creator, educator, or virtual production professional, this workflow will transform how you share Unreal Engine content with the world.

Perfect for: Content creators, virtual production artists, educators, live event producers, and anyone wanting to stream high-quality 3D content in real-time.