How to Show Your Heart Rate on Stream (Using Hyperate)
Quick answer (No BS)
If you have a smartwatch, Hyperate lets you show your real-time heart rate on stream as an OBS overlay. It's commonly used for horror games, intense gameplay, or challenge streams.
Hyperate connects your smartwatch to your stream and displays your heart rate in real time. It's a simple but effective way to add tension and transparency — especially when viewers can see how stressed or calm you actually are.
You can check out Hyperate here: Open Hyperate →
What You Need to Use Hyperate
To use Hyperate, you need:
- A supported smartwatch
- The Hyperate mobile app
- OBS Studio
- An internet connection
Once connected, Hyperate provides a browser source you add directly to OBS.
Why Streamers Use Heart Rate Overlays
Heart rate overlays are popular because they:
- Add tension to horror or high-stakes games
- Make reactions feel more authentic
- Create clip-worthy moments
It's not about accuracy — it's about context.
How the OBS Integration Works
Hyperate:
- Reads heart rate data from your watch
- Sends it to their servers
- Displays it as a live-updating browser source in OBS
You don't need plugins or scripts.
Things to Consider
- There may be a slight delay
- Not all watches are supported
- Test visibility (don't make it too large)
Used correctly, it enhances the stream instead of distracting.