We are pleased to announce the release of XSplit Broadcaster version 4.5.2507.0105. This update introduces native streaming to Kick, expands professional-grade streaming protocol support, enhances video encoding performance, and resolves a number of issues to improve stability and user experience.

Release Highlights

This month’s release is packed with significant updates for creators looking to expand their reach and enhance their production quality.

Kick Streaming Integration

You can now stream directly to Kick without any manual configuration. The new Kick output plugin allows you to simply log in with your Kick account, set your stream title and category, and go live, all from within XSplit Broadcaster.

Expanded SRT Support

Building on our recent introduction of Secure Reliable Transport (SRT), we have now added SRT support to the YouTube Live and CDNvideo output plugins. This protocol provides a more resilient and low-latency stream, ensuring higher quality and stability even over challenging network conditions.

Twitch Enhanced Broadcasting Upgrades

We've made significant improvements to the Twitch Enhanced Broadcasting feature. This update adds support for High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC/H.265) for users with modern NVIDIA and AMD GPUs. This allows for higher-quality video at the same bitrate.

Core Performance and Stability

This release also includes important under-the-hood changes that improve application startup time and overall stability. A significant number of bug fixes have been implemented to address issues across the audio mixer, various streaming outputs, and core application functions, ensuring a smoother experience for all users.

XSplit Broadcaster 4.5.2507.0105

Features & Improvements

Streaming & Outputs

• Kick Output: Added a new output plugin for streaming directly to Kick, including authentication and setting stream information within the app.
• YouTube Live - SRT Streaming: Added Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) as a streaming option to the YouTube Live output plugin.
• CDNvideo - SRT Streaming: Added Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) as a streaming option to the CDNvideo output plugin.
• Custom Stream - RTSP Push Support: Added support for RTSP push streaming to the Custom Stream output plugin.

Encoders & Performance

• Twitch Enhanced Broadcasting - Expanded Codec Support: Added HEVC/H.265 support for NVIDIA (NVENC) and AMD (VCE) encoders when using Twitch Enhanced Broadcasting.
• Twitch Enhanced Broadcasting - Intuitive Codec Selection: Redesigned the video codec selection interface in the Twitch output properties to be more intuitive.
• Intel QuickSync Video: Updated the Intel QuickSync video encoder integration for improved performance and stability.
• Improved Application Startup Time: Implemented optimizations to improve the application's launch speed.

Sources & Media

• PNG Video Codec Support: Added support for decoding video files that use the PNG codec, allowing for playback of lossless animated sources with alpha transparency.
• NDI® Branding Update: Updated all "Newtek NDI" references to "NDI®" to align with current branding.

Core Application & API

• Base API Updates: Implemented foundational updates to the XSplit API and backend services for improved stability and performance, preparing for future features.

Bug Fixes

Audio Mixer

• Fixed an issue where an additional audio device could not be removed if the primary Microphone or System Sound device was set to 'None'.
• Fixed an issue where delay values for newly added audio devices could not be retrieved.

Streaming Outputs

• Fixed an issue in the Facebook Live Easy Setup where some encoders were not listed.
• Fixed an issue where long text in the encoder dropdown label on the Facebook Live Easy Setup window was truncated.
• Fixed an issue where the YouTube Live pre-stream dialog could become unresponsive.
• Fixed an issue where existing or upcoming live events would sometimes fail to appear in the YouTube Live pre-stream dialog.

General & Core Application

• Fixed a crash related to the kernel driver integration.
• Fixed an error that could occur when starting a stream or recording while a Replay source was active in the presentation.
• Fixed an installation error when the installer was run using the SYSTEM account.
• Fixed an issue where the post-login update prompt would not always appear when an update is available.
• Fixed an issue on Windows 11 where Browser source audio would stutter or change pitch when the XSplit Broadcaster application window was not in the foreground.
• Fixed an issue where VST audio effect configurations were not working for Presentation Sources.
• Fixed an issue that prevented a paused recording from being resumed.
• Fixed an issue where the Automatic Background Removal feature was not always correctly set on its initial use.

Community & Developer Notes

Help Us Test What's Next!

The core API updates in this release are paving the way for exciting new features. We'll be testing things like a new and improved backend, a website refresh, and more with our community soon. If you want to get a sneak peek and help shape the future of XSplit Broadcaster, we invite you to join our official Discord server to participate in user testing and provide feedback.

Some issues in XSplit Broadcaster are currently being investigated or rely on external updates. You can view the full list here. You can also learn about our issue prioritization process here.

If you have feedback or need to report an issue, contact us via the chat bubble.

Previous Release Notes (XSplit Broadcaster 4.5.2504.2402)

Updated on: 16/07/2025