Twitch streaming returns to the Xbox dashboard in latest update Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Twitch streaming returns to the Xbox dashboard in latest update Feature "re-engineered, and better than ever". News by Matt Wales Reporter Updated on 24 Feb 2022 7 comments Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S owners can now access Twitch streaming directly from their dashboard - an integration feature that returns after its removal from Xbox One in 2017. In a new blog post announcing the return of Twitch integration to Xbox after a five year absence, Microsoft calls the feature - which is accessible directly via the Xbox guide, with the Twitch app no longer required - "re-engineered, and better than ever". Those eager to get set up will first need to navigate to the "Capture and Share" tab on their console's guide and select the "Live streaming" option. That'll initiate the Twitch account linking process and once that's complete, a new "Go live now" button will appear, giving users the option to instantly start streaming games downloaded to their console. Twitch streaming can now be accessed directly from the Xbox Guide. Before hitting that button, however, users have the option to first name their stream and set up their audio and webcam - with the ability to manage game and mic audio levels (including party chat), as well as resolution and bitrate, all available from the dashboard. "Want to swap games midstream?," Microsoft adds. "No worries, a pause screen will be displayed when you are not in game, and your console will automatically update the game you're playing on Twitch." Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Newscast Special: Xbox buying Activision Blizzard. Once live, a stream will be viewable by all Twitch users on any device, and Xbox owners can choose to receive a notification whenever anyone they follow starts a stream - with the option available within the Preferences > Xbox Notifications menu. More detailed instructions on all the above can be found on Microsoft's blog. Xbox's Twitch integration has been available to testers for several months now, and Microsoft says some "awesome new features" will be coming soon following today's full launch and Xbox dashboard update, based on earlier user feedback. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store