Fake Radar Screen
Quick answer
What is the Fake Radar Screen?
A fake radar screen shows a classic circular radar display, called a plan position indicator, with a rotating sweep line, fading contacts and range rings. Readouts and optional pings make it a convincing prop for films, escape rooms, games and sci-fi pranks.
Key features
- Rotating sweep with afterglow
- Moving contacts and range rings
- Bearing and range readouts
- Optional sonar-style ping
Why use it
- Instant sci-fi or military prop
- Great for escape rooms and stage sets
- Free and offline-friendly
Built and tested by Whitson Rao
About the Fake Radar Screen
A fullscreen radar display straight out of a submarine or air-traffic movie: a green sweep line rotates around range rings, contacts light up as the beam passes and slowly fade, and the readouts show bearing, range and a running clock. Change the color, speed and number of contacts, and turn on the soft ping. It is a simulation only and shows no real data. For more screen props, try the Hacked Screen Simulator or Hacker Typer.
How to use the Fake Radar Screen
The radar starts sweeping straight away.
Choose a color (green, amber or blue), sweep speed and number of contacts.
Turn on the ping sound if you want; it plays only after you enable it.
Press F or click Fullscreen to fill your display, and press Esc to exit.
Common uses
Film and theatre props
A convincing control-room screen without real equipment.
Escape rooms and games
Set the mood for submarine, space or spy themes.
Parties and streams
A moving sci-fi backdrop on a TV or second monitor.
Screensaver
A calm, looping animation for an idle display.
Frequently asked questions
Does this show real radar or aircraft data?
No. Every contact is randomly generated in your browser. It is for entertainment and props only.
Why do the blips fade?
Classic radar screens used phosphor that glowed after the beam passed and then dimmed. The fade copies that afterglow.
How do I exit the fake screen?
Press Esc, or move the mouse or tap the screen to reveal the close button. Closing the tab also works.