Run Mania on the same PC as MapleStory. Simplest to configure but risks anti-cheat detection.Best for: MapleStory N and private servers (lax anti-cheat).
1366x768 (or 1920x1080 with UI > Ideal Ratio). Run Mania on a separate PC so anti-cheat can’t see it. Use GeForce NOW to stream MapleStory, or connect two PCs with remote desktop software.| Setup | PCs Required | PCs Occupied |
|---|
| GeForce NOW | 1 | 1 |
| Remote + Software Input | 2 | 2 |
| Remote + Hardware Input | 2 | 1 |
Avoid: Parsec, Chrome Remote Desktop, Sunshine, Apollo, RustDesk, NoMachine, Shadow PCDon’t ask for recommendations - anything shared publicly gets blacklisted.
Setup Steps
Goal: Make the remote game appear in a window as if running locally, with no stretching.Set remote resolution
Set remote desktop resolution (or GeForce NOW > Settings > Gameplay).
Match capture card (if using)
Match Output Resolution via Display adapter properties > List All Modes.
Configure MapleStory
Set MapleStory to match, fullscreen (1366x768 or 1920x1080 with UI > Ideal Ratio).
Resize remote window
In Mania, go to Select Window > Resize remote window.
Check display settings
Ensure your desktop is ≥ remote resolution. Set scale to 100% on all displays.
Confirmation: EXP appears in the Capture panel and text is sharp/readable.
