Using the Overlay
Using the Overlay
Section titled “Using the Overlay”ryu_ldn_nx includes a Tesla overlay that lets you monitor connection status and change settings without leaving your game.
Requirements
Section titled “Requirements”- Tesla Menu (nx-ovlloader) must be installed
- The overlay file must be in
switch/.overlays/
Opening the Overlay
Section titled “Opening the Overlay”- Hold L + DPad Down + Right Stick Click simultaneously
- Tesla Menu will appear
- Select ryu_ldn_nx from the list
Interface
Section titled “Interface”The overlay displays three sections:
Status
Section titled “Status”| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Server Status | Connection state (Disconnected, Connecting, Connected, Ready, Error) |
| LDN State | Current LDN state (None, Initialized, Station, etc.) |
| Session | Current session info (player count, host/client) |
| Latency | Round-trip time to server in milliseconds |
Server
Section titled “Server”| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Server | Current server address and port |
| Force Reconnect | Press A to disconnect and reconnect to the server |
Settings
Section titled “Settings”| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Debug Logging | Toggle debug output on/off |
Status Colors
Section titled “Status Colors”The server status uses color coding:
- Green - Connected and ready
- Yellow - Connecting or handshaking
- Gray - Disconnected
- Red - Error state
Automatic Updates
Section titled “Automatic Updates”The overlay updates automatically every second while open. You can also:
- Press R to force an immediate refresh
- Status updates in real-time as you play
Common Actions
Section titled “Common Actions”Check Connection Before Playing
Section titled “Check Connection Before Playing”- Open overlay before starting a game
- Verify status shows “Ready” (green)
- Close overlay and start your game
Reconnect After Network Issue
Section titled “Reconnect After Network Issue”- Open overlay
- If status shows “Disconnected” or “Error”
- Select “Force Reconnect” and press A
- Wait for status to become “Ready”
Monitor During Gameplay
Section titled “Monitor During Gameplay”- Open overlay during gameplay
- Check “Session” for player count
- Check “Latency” for connection quality
- Close overlay to continue playing
Troubleshooting
Section titled “Troubleshooting”Overlay Not Appearing
Section titled “Overlay Not Appearing”- Make sure Tesla Menu is installed correctly
- Check that
ryu_ldn_nx_overlay.ovlis inswitch/.overlays/ - Try reinstalling Tesla Menu
”ryu_ldn_nx not loaded”
Section titled “”ryu_ldn_nx not loaded””This appears when the sysmodule isn’t running:
- Verify sysmodule files are in the correct location
- Reboot your Switch
- Check Atmosphere is working properly
Status Stuck on “Connecting”
Section titled “Status Stuck on “Connecting””- Check your WiFi connection
- Verify the server is online
- Try “Force Reconnect”
- Check server address in config.ini