A visual effect can affect only creatures that can see it. This applies only to visible parts of the effect, as determined by the GM.
Mechanic ⚙️
A visual effect from an ability or feature must be seen by the creature it's targeting or affecting to work, otherwise the ability or feature has no effect.
Abilities with the 'Visual' Trait
Actions with the 'Visual' Trait
Features (and similar) with the 'Visual' Trait
Other things with the 'Visual' Trait
Feats, Features, and Talents that mitigate the 'Visual' Trait