Goverlay version 1.7.2 has been launched, introducing several significant enhancements aimed at improving user experience for gamers utilizing MangoHud and vkBasalt. One of the standout features is the new "Save As" functionality, which allows users to store individual game configurations in preferred locations, eliminating the need to overwrite global settings. This means players can now maintain distinct HUD profiles for various genres—like a low-latency overlay for fast-paced shooters and a more resource-intensive one for indie games—without manual adjustments.
Additionally, the update automatically installs OptiScaler for FGMOD, streamlining the setup process that previously required multiple manual steps. Upon startup, the software also checks for necessary dependencies, ensuring users have the latest stable build and are notified of the installation status through desktop alerts.
Moreover, Goverlay 1.7.2 has achieved full compliance with XDG standards, relocating all configuration files to designated directories. This change significantly reduces clutter, as users will no longer encounter random nohup.out files in their game directories. Instead, log files and configurations will reside in organized locations, making backups and file management more straightforward.
The update also addresses several bugs, enhancing process handling for Steam and correcting launch-script errors, which will improve overall functionality. The user interface has been refined to reduce clutter in context menus, ensuring that only relevant options are displayed.
Users are advised to update their launch scripts to reflect the new XDG-compliant file paths to avoid errors on launch.
In summary, Goverlay 1.7.2 not only polishes existing features but also introduces practical improvements that cater to the needs of gamers who frequently tweak their overlay settings. This release is a worthwhile upgrade for users focused on maintaining organized configurations and enhancing their gaming experience.
Extended thoughts:
Looking ahead, further updates could focus on integrating more customizable options for overlays, enhancing compatibility with a wider array of games, and possibly introducing community-driven features that allow users to share their HUD setups. Additionally, expanding support for more platforms could broaden Goverlay's reach and utility in the gaming community
Additionally, the update automatically installs OptiScaler for FGMOD, streamlining the setup process that previously required multiple manual steps. Upon startup, the software also checks for necessary dependencies, ensuring users have the latest stable build and are notified of the installation status through desktop alerts.
Moreover, Goverlay 1.7.2 has achieved full compliance with XDG standards, relocating all configuration files to designated directories. This change significantly reduces clutter, as users will no longer encounter random nohup.out files in their game directories. Instead, log files and configurations will reside in organized locations, making backups and file management more straightforward.
The update also addresses several bugs, enhancing process handling for Steam and correcting launch-script errors, which will improve overall functionality. The user interface has been refined to reduce clutter in context menus, ensuring that only relevant options are displayed.
Users are advised to update their launch scripts to reflect the new XDG-compliant file paths to avoid errors on launch.
In summary, Goverlay 1.7.2 not only polishes existing features but also introduces practical improvements that cater to the needs of gamers who frequently tweak their overlay settings. This release is a worthwhile upgrade for users focused on maintaining organized configurations and enhancing their gaming experience.
Extended thoughts:
Looking ahead, further updates could focus on integrating more customizable options for overlays, enhancing compatibility with a wider array of games, and possibly introducing community-driven features that allow users to share their HUD setups. Additionally, expanding support for more platforms could broaden Goverlay's reach and utility in the gaming community
Goverlay 1.7.2 released
Goverlay 1.7.2 has been released and adds “Save As” support for MangoHud and vkBasalt, letting you store per‑game configs anywhere you like. It now auto‑installs OptiScaler for FGMOD, checks dependencies on startup, and notifies you of the result. All files have been moved to XDG‑compliant locations, eliminating stray log files and making backups easier. The update also fixes Steam process handling, resolves launch‑script errors, and cleans up context menus for a smoother UI.
