In some game types, people may need an introduction to the game and instructions on how to play the game. This is where a game overlay comes in handy. A game overlay is a popover that becomes visible when a user goes to the game page, providing them with the necessary information before they start playing.

In this article, we will guide you through the steps of setting up a game overlay for your game.

The first step is to create a regular popover that you want to be activated before the game starts. To do this, navigate to the 'popover' tab in the menu on the left and click on 'Add New Popover'. Design the popover as you like, including any text, images, or videos that you want to include in the instructions.

Players should be able to close the pop-up to continue to the game. You can add a close icon to your popover or you can add a button with 'close popover' CTA.

Once you have created your popover, you need to connect it to the gameflow add-on. To do this, navigate to "Flowpages" and then "Gamepage" in the menu on the right. Here, you will find the option to add a game overlay. Select the popover you have created from the list of popovers.

Now that you have connected the popover to the gameflow add-on, it will automatically show when a participant goes to the game. To test it out, go to the game page and see if the popover appears before the game starts. If it does, you have successfully set up your game overlay!

Note that features such as the time indicator will start as soon as you close the overlay!

In conclusion, a game overlay is a useful tool for providing instructions and information to users before they start playing a game. By following these simple steps, you can easily set up a game overlay for your game and ensure that your players have all the necessary information before they begin.