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External Overlay Setup

Enhance your Rust gaming experience with the external overlay by following these setup and troubleshooting steps. This guide will walk you through enabling the in-game overlay via GeForce Experience, configuring it for optimal performance, and addressing common overlay issues.

Important

Before proceeding with your gameplay, make sure that the NVIDIA overlay is active and visible. Press Alt + R to toggle the overlay on.

The Nvida Overlay

Setup Steps​

Enable In-Game Overlay in GeForce Experience​

  1. Open GeForce Experience: Start by launching the GeForce Experience application on your computer.
  2. Navigate to Settings: Click on the gear icon to access the Settings. Then, select the General tab.
  3. Enable IN-GAME OVERLAY: Scroll until you find the IN-GAME OVERLAY option. Toggle this option to Enabled.

Configure HUD Layout for Performance​

  1. Access Overlay Settings: Within GeForce Experience, go to Settings > General > IN-GAME OVERLAY > Settings.
  2. HUD Layout: Click on HUD Layout.
  3. Select Performance: Choose the Performance option, then select Basic for a streamlined overlay experience.

By completing these steps, you will have properly set up the Rust external overlay for a seamless and enhanced gaming session.

Troubleshooting​

Overlay Not Showing​

If the overlay isn't appearing during gameplay, follow these diagnostic and resolution steps:

Diagnostic Steps​

  • NVIDIA Performance Overlay: Make sure you know how to activate the NVIDIA performance overlay by pressing Alt + R. This key combination toggles the overlay's visibility.
  • Monitor Configuration: For dual-monitor setups, ensure Rust is launched on the primary monitor. Overlays may not display correctly on secondary monitors.

Resolution Steps​

  • Activating NVIDIA Overlay: Press Alt + R while in-game. If the overlay doesn't show, enable it in the NVIDIA GeForce Experience settings.
  • Adjusting Monitor Setup: Set your gaming monitor as the primary display in Windows display settings. This often fixes overlay visibility issues.

Overlay Bug Fix​

A malfunctioning overlay can hinder your gaming experience. Disabling Desktop Capture in GeForce Experience can resolve many overlay-related issues:

  1. Open GeForce Experience Overlay: Press Alt + Z to access the overlay.
  2. Access Settings: Click the settings icon at the bottom right.
  3. Navigate to Privacy Control: Scroll to find and select Privacy Control.
  4. Disable Desktop Capture: Toggle off Desktop Capture.

Disabling Desktop Capture often fixes functionality problems, ensuring the overlay works correctly during your gaming sessions.

Additional Support​

If the overlay issues persist after following these steps, it may suggest a deeper compatibility or configuration problem that requires further technical support. For additional assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team.

By following this guide, you should be well-equipped to set up the external overlay for Rust and troubleshoot common issues effectively, enhancing your overall gaming experience.