This is the most critical mod for PTDE performance. It overrides the game's poor internal rendering and allows for granular settings. Internal Resolution: You can set renderWidth renderHeight to very low values like to significantly boost FPS. Disable Effects: file, set the following to ssaoStrength (Ambient Occlusion) (Anti-aliasing) dofBlurAmount (Depth of Field)
: Extract all files into the game's DATA folder, typically located at: SteamApps/common/Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition/DATA .
Once DSfix is configured, you can use texture-replacement mods to further reduce the load on your GPU. DS1 Optimization Project
: Detailed advice on Reddit recommends disabling anti-aliasing and SSAO entirely within DSFix and capping the frame rate to a consistent 30 FPS to avoid the "15 FPS dip" caused by the game's default VSync.
You must disable in-game Anti-Aliasing and Motion Blur in the game's menu before DSfix will work correctly. Failing to do this can cause a black or flickering screen. 2. Low Graphics Settings for Max FPS
Dark Souls Prepare To Die Edition Low Graphics Mod Link
This is the most critical mod for PTDE performance. It overrides the game's poor internal rendering and allows for granular settings. Internal Resolution: You can set renderWidth renderHeight to very low values like to significantly boost FPS. Disable Effects: file, set the following to ssaoStrength (Ambient Occlusion) (Anti-aliasing) dofBlurAmount (Depth of Field)
: Extract all files into the game's DATA folder, typically located at: SteamApps/common/Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition/DATA .
Once DSfix is configured, you can use texture-replacement mods to further reduce the load on your GPU. DS1 Optimization Project
: Detailed advice on Reddit recommends disabling anti-aliasing and SSAO entirely within DSFix and capping the frame rate to a consistent 30 FPS to avoid the "15 FPS dip" caused by the game's default VSync.
You must disable in-game Anti-Aliasing and Motion Blur in the game's menu before DSfix will work correctly. Failing to do this can cause a black or flickering screen. 2. Low Graphics Settings for Max FPS
