How to Hide Armor in Hytale (Cosmetic Visibility Guide)
One of the hottest recent community topics is armor visibility: players want their avatar cosmetics to show while still keeping armor stats. This guide explains the current options, how transmogs work, and how to keep PvP fair on servers.
Cosmetics First
Keep your paid or earned avatar looks visible.
Stats Unchanged
Armor protection stays the same even when hidden.
PvP Safe
Server rules can enforce visibility in combat.
Why Players Want Hide Armor
Recent Reddit discussions highlight a common frustration: armor tiers cover most avatar customization, even for players who paid for premium cosmetics. The most requested solution is a toggle that hides armor for the wearer while still letting others see it in PvP.
Option 1: Use Transmogs to Override Armor Appearance
Hytale cosmetics are designed as visual overrides (transmogs). If you have cosmetic packs, you can apply them over real armor so your look stays consistent without losing stats.
- Open your Character or Avatar menu.
- Go to the Cosmetics or Appearance tab.
- Select a transmog set that matches your style.
- Apply it to your armor slots and save the loadout.
Reminder: Transmogs are cosmetic only. Your armor protection and resistances stay unchanged.
Option 2: Check for Armor Visibility Toggles
Some builds and community servers expose a "hide armor" or "hide helmet" toggle in the UI. If your client or server offers it, enable it to show cosmetics while keeping armor equipped.
- Look for a checkbox in Character, Armor, or Display settings.
- Some servers provide per-slot visibility (helmet, chest, legs, boots).
- Toggle settings can be restricted in PvP modes.
Option 3: Server-Side PvP Rules (Admins)
For competitive play, many communities want players to show armor to opponents while still hiding it on their own screen. If your server supports it, set visibility rules that balance cosmetics with fairness.
# Example policy (settings vary by server build)
cosmetics.allow-hide-armor=true
pvp.force-armor-visibility=true
pvp.show-hidden-armor-to-enemies=true
Recommended PvP Policy
- Allow hide-armor for casual modes and roleplay hubs.
- Force armor visibility in duels, arenas, and ranked playlists.
- Show hidden armor to opponents while keeping it hidden for the wearer.
Troubleshooting: Cosmetics Not Showing
If your cosmetics disappear when armor is equipped, try these fixes:
- Reapply your cosmetic loadout after changing armor.
- Check if your server disables cosmetics for PvP.
- Confirm your cosmetic pack is installed and active.
- Relog or restart the client to refresh your appearance.
FAQ
Does hiding armor change my stats?
No. Armor visibility is cosmetic only. Your defenses still apply.
Can other players see my hidden armor?
It depends on server rules. Many communities prefer a toggle that shows armor to opponents while hiding it for the wearer.
Is hide-armor official yet?
The feature is heavily requested and discussed by the community. Availability depends on your client build or server configuration.
Running a cosmetic-heavy roleplay server? Host a Hytale server and set your own visibility rules.