Tutorials
Champion Select Overlays
Display real-time champion select information with customizable overlays. Perfect for showing bans, picks, and team compositions during draft phase.
Features Overview
Live Synchronization
All data (picks, bans, timers) comes directly from the client without delay.
Customization
Choose between different layouts and match colors to your team.
How it works
- Connection
Ensure that the Observer Tool is running and connected.
- Control
The draft syncs automatically from the game (or manually via the dashboard).
- Display
The overlay in OBS updates in real-time, matching picks and bans.
Tip: You can manually edit picks and bans if needed, or use the automatic mode for hands-free operation.
Objective Timer Automation
Automate objective spawn timers for Dragon, Baron, Rift Herald, and more. Perfectly synchronized with in-game events.
How It Works
Automation
Timers and overlays start and stop exactly in sync with the game.
Manual Mode
Start the timer manually and adjust the schedule as needed. Useful for replays or when the Observer Tool isn't available.
Configuration
- Timing Offset: Adjust when overlays appear relative to spawn time (-10 to +10 seconds)
- Dragon Type: Specify which drake spawns first
Objective Countdown Timers (New!)
Real-time countdown timers that appear on the scoreboard overlay when objectives are about to respawn.
Setup
- Enable Objective Timers on the Teams page
- Record takedowns on the Objectives page when objectives are killed
- Timers automatically appear on the scoreboard overlay showing when objectives respawn
Supported Objectives
- Dragon (spawn & respawn)
- Elder Dragon (respawn)
- Baron Nashor (respawn)
- Atakhan (spawn & respawn)
- Rift Herald (spawn & respawn)
- Void Grubs (spawn & respawn)
- Inhibitors (all 6 positions)
Tip: Use the timing offset to control when overlays appear - negative values show them earlier, positive values show them later.
Game Timer Control
Display and control the game timer for your broadcast. Synchronized with in-game time or manually controlled.
Features
Manual Control
Start, pause, and reset the timer manually. Perfect for replays or pre-recorded content.
Auto-Sync
Automatically synchronize with the in-game timer via the Observer Tool.
Customization
- Position: Choose where the timer appears on screen
- Style: Customize colors, size, and font
- Format: MM:SS or custom formats
Player & Team Badges
Create custom lower-third graphics displaying player information, team logos, and statistics.
Setup
- Configure Teams & Players
Add team logos, player names, roles, and photos in the Teams section
- Design the Badge
Choose layout, position, colors, and what information to display
- Control from Tools
Use the Badge tool to show/hide and switch between players during broadcast
Customization Options
- Position: Top, bottom, left, or right of screen
- Content: Player name, role, team logo, stats, social media
- Animation: Slide in/out effects
- Styling: Custom colors matching your brand
Fearless Draft Mode
Track and display champion availability for Fearless Draft mode, where champions are banned after being played.
What is Fearless Draft?
Fearless Draft is a competitive format where champions picked in previous games become unavailable for the rest of the series. This creates an evolving meta and requires deeper champion pools.
Features
Champion Tracking
Automatically or manually mark champions as used, making them unavailable for future games
Visual Display
Show available and banned champions in a clear grid or cluster layout
Per-Team Tracking
Track champion usage separately for each team throughout the series
Tip: Reset the champion pool between series to start fresh with all champions available.
Clips & Highlights
Embed and display Twitch clips or YouTube videos directly in your broadcast overlays.
Supported Platforms
Twitch Clips
Play Twitch clips using the clip URL or ID. Perfect for showing highlights during breaks.
YouTube Videos
Embed YouTube videos using the video URL or ID. Great for montages and recaps.
Usage
- Add clips in the tool
Paste Twitch clip or YouTube video URLs
- Control playback
Play, pause, and switch between clips from the control panel
- Add to broadcast
Use the Show page URL as a browser source in OBS
Player Statistics & Comparison
Display and compare player statistics with beautiful graphics. Perfect for pre-game analysis and matchup breakdowns.
Features
Head-to-Head Comparison
Compare two players side-by-side with key statistics like KDA, CS/min, Gold/min, and more
Player Spotlights
Feature individual players with their champion pool, recent performance, and career highlights
Custom Stats
Add any statistics you want to track and display
Usage
- Set up player profiles
Add players with their photos and stats in the Players section
- Create comparisons
Select two players to compare and choose which stats to highlight
- Display on stream
Add the overlay to OBS and control visibility from the tool
Team Comparison
Compare team statistics and display match history, standings, and head-to-head records.
What You Can Show
- Win/Loss Records: Overall standings and recent form
- Head-to-Head: Previous matchups between teams
- Team Stats: Average game time, objectives taken, etc.
- Rosters: Display both team lineups side-by-side
Tip: Use team comparisons during pre-game segments to build hype and provide context for viewers.
Tournament Brackets
Create and display tournament brackets with single or double elimination formats. Perfect for showing tournament progress.
Features
Flexible Formats
Support for single elimination, double elimination, and custom bracket structures
Live Updates
Update match results in real-time and automatically advance winners
Visual Customization
Customize colors, team logos, and layout to match your event branding
Setup
- Create the bracket structure
Choose format and number of teams
- Add teams
Assign teams to their starting positions
- Update results
Enter match scores as the tournament progresses
Content Rotation
Automatically cycle through different overlays and content during breaks or downtime.
What Can You Rotate?
- Team Rosters: Showcase both team lineups
- Player Profiles: Cycle through individual player cards
- Statistics: Display various stats and comparisons
- Sponsors: Show sponsor logos and messages
- Social Media: Display Twitter feeds, Discord info, etc.
Configuration
Timing Control
Set how long each slide displays before rotating to the next (e.g., 10 seconds per slide)
Transition Effects
Choose from various animation effects like fade, slide, or instant transitions
Tip: Content rotation is perfect for pre-game segments and breaks, keeping viewers engaged with relevant information.
API Keys
Manage API keys for programmatic access to RiftBroadcast features and integration with external tools.
What Are API Keys For?
- Observer Tool: Required for the League Observer Tool integration
- Custom Integrations: Build your own tools that interact with RiftBroadcast
- Automation: Automate broadcast workflows with scripts
Creating API Keys
- Navigate to Tools → API Keys
You'll find API Keys in the sidebar under "More" or directly in the user menu.
- Click "Generate New Key"
Give your key a descriptive name (e.g., "Observer Tool", "Production Server")
- Save the key securely
Keys start with rbs_ and should be kept private
Important: Treat API keys like passwords. Never share them publicly or commit them to version control.