Plugin Updated Aug 27

PixelPlay

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PixelPlay is a WordPress plugin that autoplays videos on your pages and wraps them in customizable overlays. You add a video from YouTube, Vimeo or a custom URL, pick a template, adjust it with text, emojis, images and animations, then place it anywhere with a shortcode.

Version: 1.0.2
Released: Aug 27, 2026
Type: WordPress plugin
Licence: GPL
Included in: Every plan, or $3.99 on its own

What’s new in PixelPlay 1.0.2

Version 1.0.2 · Aug 27, 2026 Latest

What it does

A plain embedded video often sits on a page waiting for someone to press play. This plugin starts the video automatically and adds an overlay on top, so visitors see motion and a message as soon as the section comes into view. It works with videos hosted on YouTube or Vimeo, and you can also point it at a custom video URL if you host files elsewhere.

Setup needs no coding. You paste in the video URL, choose one of the included overlay templates and customize it with your own text, emojis, images and animations so it matches your brand. A shortcode then lets you drop the result into posts, pages or any area that accepts shortcodes. The player is responsive and retina ready, so it adapts to phones, tablets and desktop screens.

Best for

Content creators who publish YouTube or Vimeo videos
Marketers adding attention-grabbing video to landing pages
Business sites that want branded video overlays

Features

YouTube, Vimeo and custom URLs

Add a video by pasting its link from YouTube, Vimeo or a custom source, and the plugin handles the autoplay for you.

Customizable overlay templates

Pick from a selection of overlay templates and change them to fit your design, so each video carries a message that suits your brand.

Text, emojis, images and animations

Overlays can include your own text, emojis, images and animations, giving you several ways to draw attention to the video.

Shortcode placement

Each video setup comes with a shortcode, so you can place it in posts, pages or other areas of your site that accept shortcodes.

Responsive and retina ready

Videos and overlays adapt to different screen sizes and display sharply on high resolution screens, including smartphones and tablets.

Works with your theme

The plugin is designed to fit into your existing WordPress theme so the video blocks match the look of the rest of your site.

No coding required

Adding URLs, choosing templates and editing overlays are all done through the plugin settings, without writing any code.

Questions about PixelPlay

Which video sources can I use with this plugin?

You can use videos from YouTube and Vimeo, and you can also add a custom video URL. Paste the link into the plugin, choose an overlay template and the video will autoplay where you place it.

Can I change how the overlays look?

Yes. The plugin includes overlay templates that you can personalize with text, emojis, images and animations. This lets you match the overlay to your brand colors, messaging and the style of your theme.

How do I put a video on a specific page?

Each video setup is placed with a shortcode. Add the shortcode to a post, page or any other area that supports shortcodes, and the autoplay video with its overlay will appear there.

Will the videos display properly on phones?

PixelPlay is responsive and retina ready, so videos and overlays adjust to smartphones, tablets and desktop screens and stay sharp on high resolution displays.

Is PixelPlay free?

The code of PixelPlay is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.

Which version of PixelPlay is this?

Version 1.0.2, released Aug 27, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.

How do I update PixelPlay?

Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of PixelPlay automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.