There’s an easy way to make messages and graphics pop up on your stream as your community gets involved. We walk you step-by-step through the process of adding alerts and custom overlays.

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Overlays and animations can be super fun, but they’re not the kind of thing you’ll find baked into most streaming software (like OBS, XSplit, GeForce Experience, and so on).

Discover the best streaming overlays and tools to level up your content. Learn how to create a clean, professional look with smart layouts and tech. No fluff—just real, tested gear.

Some overlays for chat and hardware monitoring will also be blocked from functioning. "The Game Capture mode of applications such as OBS and XSplit is not supported," a new Bungie FAQ page notes.