Elgato, Twitch and Corsair bundle for GTA 6 streaming draws mixed opinions on value

Elgato, Corsair, and Twitch have announced the Elgato X Twitch Streaming Kit, a bundle designed to help content creators stream console gameplay, including the upcoming GTA 6. The bundle includes the Elgato Game Capture 4K X capture card and a Corsair MP600 Elite PS5 SSD, along with a 10% discount for Twitch affiliates and partners.

Taylor Ward, Senior Director of Ecosystem at Elgato, said the goal is to make the transition from playing on console to creating live content as simple as possible. The kit aims to reduce friction for creators who want to go live when it matters.

However, the bundle's pricing has been noted as high. The 4K X capture card alone costs $249.99. With a 1TB SSD, the total is $554.98, or $499.99 after the Twitch discount. A 2TB SSD version reaches $694.98, or $625 for Twitch users. Some observers suggest these flagship components may be more than needed for many creators, especially since GTA 6 is expected to run at only 30fps on consoles, while Twitch streaming is limited to 4K60.

The bundle's usefulness has also been questioned by some. Many PC-focused content creators may already have a PS5 with sufficient storage, and external capture cards store footage on a PC, making internal console SSD space less critical. Alternative products like the Elgato Game Capture 4K S or the budget-friendly Elgato Game Capture Neo offer more affordable options for capturing gameplay without sacrificing necessary features.