VALORANT GAME DATA
Choose How Blob Reads Your Game
Blob uses two different systems to bring live VALORANT game data into your broadcast:
API SYSTEM | OCR SYSTEM |
|---|---|
Our recommended primary system for most broadcasts. | Our backup and alternative system when API is unavailable or Health data is required. |
Reads data directly from VALORANT's game data. | Reads data directly from the game screen. |
The streamer can click "START OVERLAY" themselves. | Preferably, someone else clicks "START OVERLAY" and manages the OCR feed. |
Simple setup — ideal for newer users and smaller productions. | Requires 2 people or 2 computers for the best workflow. |
Includes Agent Select and Post-Game data. Does not include live Health updates. | Includes live Health updates. Does not include Agent Select and Post-Game data. |
Can be temporarily affected when VALORANT updates, as the API integration needs to be updated. | Can be used as a backup when the API is temporarily unavailable after a VALORANT update. |