Timer | gd streamer

Timer modes#

gd streamer supports two timer modes. You pick one when creating or editing a match -- they cannot be used simultaneously.

Countdown timer#

Set a duration (e.g., 2:30:00 for two and a half hours) and the timer counts down to zero. Use this when you know how long a round or game should take.

Target time#

Set a clock time (e.g., 17:00) and the timer counts toward that moment. Use this when the game needs to end at a specific time, such as a tournament round with a fixed end time.

Controls#

Manage the timer from your match dashboard:

Start -- begins the countdown or target time tracking
Pause -- freezes the timer at its current value
Reset -- returns the timer to its original duration or target time

Info

The timer runs independently of game phases. You can start, pause, and reset it at any point during the match regardless of which round or phase the players are in.

Timer overlay#

The timer overlay displays the remaining time in HH:MM format on your stream. Add it to OBS as a Browser Source like any other overlay.

Visual warnings#

The timer changes appearance as time runs out:

Normal -- standard display color
Warning -- turns yellow when less than 10 minutes remain
Expired -- turns red when the timer reaches zero or the target time has passed

These color changes are automatic and help both the streamer and viewers know when time is running low.

Tip

Place the timer overlay in a consistent corner of your stream layout so viewers always know where to look for the time remaining.

Timer on tablet#

When a timer is active, both players can see the current time remaining on their player input screen. This keeps everyone aware of the time pressure without needing to look at a separate clock.

What's next?#

Learn how to add the timer overlay to your OBS scene, or explore the full list of available overlays in the Overlays section.