Replays

How to use side-by-side replays in a drift broadcast

The short answer

A useful replay shows the moment viewers need to understand. Side-by-side clips can make a comparison clearer when they show matching parts of the runs and the operator has checked them first.

1. Give each replay a purpose

Choose the moment that helps explain the run: a transition, a correction or how the drivers handled a section. Let commentary tell viewers what to watch.

Label recorded footage clearly. Viewers should know when they are watching a replay and when the show returns to the live track.

2. Check the comparison before showing it

Side-by-side footage is useful when both clips show comparable moments. Starting two files together does not automatically line up the driving, so preview the clips before putting them on screen.

Agree who calls for replay and who brings the show back live. Keep the next run in mind so a replay does not hide new action.

3. Reduce the clip-handling work

Replay Recorder + Side-by-Side uses OBS hotkeys to record replay-camera views and load the latest and previous runs. Its comparison scene starts validated clips together, reducing the steps between recording and showing them.

Your operator still checks the footage and chooses when it goes live. The tool supports the replay handoff; it does not decide which moment proves a judging decision.

We check your hardware before purchase. If you also want scores and battle information to follow the judging Sheet, Broadcast Overlays is a separate option that requires Live Judging.

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Common questions

Do I need Live Judging to use the replay module?

No. Replay Recorder + Side-by-Side is a standalone module. Its current workflow requires Windows, Assetto Corsa, CSP, OBS and a dedicated second NVIDIA GPU; we check compatibility before purchase.

Does side-by-side playback automatically align the driving?

No. The scene starts validated clips together. Your operator needs to prepare and check that the clips show comparable moments before using them on the broadcast.