Part of StreamNeeds for OBS
Stream health check
Find out your stream has a problem before chat does. The health guard in StreamNeeds for OBS watches your stream and explains every issue and its fix in plain words.
Short answer:The StreamNeeds stream health guard is part of the OBS plugin. It watches for dropped frames, a weak connection, an overloaded encoder, rendering lag, high CPU and a nearly full drive, explains the fix in plain words, and shows mods a warning on the dashboard.
What it watches
Dropped frames from your connection, skipped frames from an overloaded encoder, rendering lag, high CPU and a recording drive that is nearly full. When something goes wrong it tells you what is happening and what to change, without jargon.
Why it matters
A stuttering stream loses viewers in seconds, and most streamers only find out when someone mentions it in chat. Early warnings, also shown to your mods, mean problems get fixed while the stream is still going.
How to set it up
Install StreamNeeds for OBS.
Sign in from inside OBS.
Stream as normal. Warnings show when something needs fixing.
Frequently asked questions
Do my mods see warnings?
- Yes, a warning shows on the dashboard.
Does it change my settings?
- No. It explains the fix and you decide.
Do I need the OBS plugin?
- Yes. The health guard is part of StreamNeeds for OBS.