game designer,
MAKER OF RANDOM

Personal Project Site of Mark Willett

Enhancing Streamer Visibility in KO City

SADLY KO CITY HAS SHUT DOWN 🙁

NohBoard is an exceptional project that caters to streamers by providing an on-screen display of the buttons they are pressing. As an enthusiastic player of KO City, a game that lacks a user interface (UI) to indicate player actions, I encountered numerous viewers during my streaming sessions who expressed a desire to see my in-game actions. Recognizing the absence of a UI, I took the initiative to modify NohBoard and transform it into a stream overlay, seamlessly integrating it as an extension for KO City.

By incorporating NohBoard as a stream overlay, I empowered viewers to witness and understand my actions within the game. This allowed them to have a more immersive and engaging experience, bridging the gap between gameplay and viewer interaction. As a result, the modified NohBoard extension effectively addressed the need for visual cues in KO City, greatly enhancing the streaming experience.

Through this endeavor, I aimed to provide a unique and informative viewing experience for my audience. By customizing NohBoard to work seamlessly with KO City, I was able to establish a dynamic and visually appealing stream overlay that showcased the buttons I was pressing in real-time. This level of transparency not only fostered greater viewer engagement but also enriched the overall streaming community surrounding KO City.

The integration of NohBoard as a stream overlay extension for KO City exemplifies the innovation and adaptability within the gaming community. By recognizing the needs of viewers and proactively modifying existing tools, we can elevate the streaming experience and create a more immersive environment for both streamers and their audiences.

While my personal usage of the NohBoard extension for KO City has proven successful, it remains a testament to the creative solutions that can be found within the gaming community. This project serves as an inspiration for future endeavors, encouraging streamers and developers to explore innovative ways to enhance the streaming experience and foster meaningful connections with viewers.

Without Overlay on Stream

With Overlay on Stream

Below you will find 2 versions of the mod. The full version has NohBoard prepackaged and should be set to use the KO City profile with no setup beyond customizing the keys for icons.

KOCity Nohboard Profile ONLY

NohBoard + KO City Mod installed

Usage Instructions:
– Download appropriate mod. Either KOCity Profile or the Prepackaged Version.
– Open NohBoard and run the profile. (Prepackaged should have it on by default)

NohBoard with KO City Mod

– Using your streaming software, chroma key the value of the green with dropper.