What is an OBS Overlay?
What is an OBS Overlay?
An OBS overlay is a visual layer that sits on top of your stream in OBS Studio — webcam borders, headers, chat boxes, labels, and animated alerts that give your broadcast a polished, professional look. Our OBS overlay packages come with a `.json` scene collection file. Instead of adding each element one by one, you import the entire package through Scene Collection > Import and every scene, source, and overlay is set up automatically. No manual resizing, no file hunting. Each package also works with Streamlabs Desktop if you decide to switch software. Browse all twitch overlays to explore every theme and style we offer.
What's Inside Our OBS Overlay Packages?
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Overlays
Equip your stream with the most important assets:
- Webcam Borders
- Headers
- Stream Labels
- Chat Overlays
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Stream Screens
Engage your viewers with beautiful stream screens for any cause: Starting, Ending, BRB, Intermission and much more! -
Alerts
Increase interactivity of your streams with animated alert widgets.
Whether you’re a Twitch, Youtube or Facebook streamer, our alerts are preconfigured to work with all major platforms! -
Transitions
Immerse your viewers and keep them watching while you switch the scenes of your stream.
Each package from our store comes with the best stinger transitions in the game! -
Social Media Graphics
Want to share your vibes on other platforms?
Use a handy .PSD template to create custom graphics for your social media accounts!
FAQ
How to add an overlay to OBS Studio
Just press a + button under the Sources tab and choose Media Source. Then choose the overlay file you want to add, check the “Loop” mark and you’re ready to go. In case you’re using our stream packages, you can import everything in a few clicks. Extract the archive with your stream package to the C:/ drive of your computer, open OBS Studio and go to Scene Collection > Import. Press “Add” and find the .json scene file by going to the folder with your extracted overlay > 2. Quick Install > OBS Studio
Are there free OBS overlays?
Yes — check our Freebies section for free OBS-compatible overlay packages. Each free pack includes the same one-click install file as our premium overlays. Or browse our full stream overlay catalog to find your perfect style.
What's the difference between OBS overlays and Streamlabs overlays?
Both work with the same overlay files. Our packages include install files for both OBS Studio and Streamlabs Desktop, so you can switch between them freely. Browse Streamlabs overlays if you prefer Streamlabs.
What resolution should I use for OBS overlays?
Most stream overlays are designed for 1920x1080 (1080p). Set your OBS canvas to 1920x1080 in Settings > Video, and the overlays will fit perfectly.