Hi! I am new to speedrunning, and I have been doing some reading on the equipment I may need for recording, but it is all a little overwhelming at this point.

Can anyone recommend a capture card that will allow me to record a PS2 game? I have a Windows 10 laptop with LiveSplit installed. I am just nervous about purchasing the wrong thing. Also, will I need OBS to get the timer in the recording? Is there anything else I will need?

Thanks in advance!

I would recommend a gv-usb2 capture card. It’ll run you about $45 USD but it’s easily the best standard def capture card out there. It’s a Japanese product so it’s driver install is done in Japanese but there are numerous guides out there that walk you through it (it’s only 2 button clicks).

Yes, you will need OBS or some other broadcasting software like XSplit if you want to both build scenes with video, splits and any other sources you want and If you want to record/stream your content. OBS is by far the most popular and I would recommend using that considering it’s also free to use.

Thanks a bunch!

gv-usb2 was one of the ones I had been looking at. I feel a lot better with your confirmation that this is suitable. I placed an order and am really excited for it to arrive. I will start learning about OBS as well.

Thanks so much for your guidance. I really appreciate it!