Mastering Avowed's Graphics Settings for Optimal Performance
Avowed boasts stunning visuals, but achieving a balance between breathtaking graphics and smooth gameplay requires PC optimization. This guide provides the best settings to enjoy Avowed's beauty without sacrificing frame rate.
Understanding System Requirements
Before adjusting settings, ensure your PC meets Avowed's minimum or recommended specifications:
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10/11
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or Intel i5-8400
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD RX 5700, Nvidia GTX 1070, or Intel Arc A580
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 75 GB available space
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 10/11
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or Intel i7-10700K
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT or Nvidia RTX 3080
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 75 GB available space
A system between these specs should provide decent FPS. High-resolution, high refresh rate displays demand more powerful hardware. Allow shader generation to complete uninterrupted on your first run for optimal performance.
Optimizing Basic Graphics Settings
These settings significantly impact gameplay:
- Resolution: Native resolution for optimal clarity.
- Window Mode: "Windowed Fullscreen" for easy app switching; "Fullscreen Exclusive" minimizes input lag.
- Frame Limit: Match your monitor's refresh rate or set to 60 FPS for stability.
- VSync: Disable for reduced input lag, enable if experiencing screen tearing.
- Field of View: Around 90 degrees for a balanced perspective.
- Motion Blur: Disable for clearer visuals.
Advanced Graphics Settings
These settings control visual detail and performance:
| Setting | Impact |
|---|---|
| View Distance | Higher settings improve detail but reduce FPS. |
| Shadow Quality | Major FPS impact; lowering significantly improves performance. |
| Texture Quality | Determines surface detail; higher settings require more VRAM. |
| Shading Quality | Affects lighting depth; lowering boosts performance. |
| Effects Quality | Controls visual effects (fire, magic); higher settings demand more GPU power. |
| Foliage Quality | Determines grass and tree density; lowering improves FPS. |
| Post Processing Quality | Enhances visuals; reducing saves performance. |
| Reflection Quality | Impacts water and surface reflections; high settings reduce FPS. |
| Global Illumination Quality | Controls realistic lighting; high settings improve atmosphere but cost performance. |
Recommended Settings:
Low-End PCs (Minimum Requirements):
Target 50-60 FPS with these settings:
- Graphics Quality: Custom (Balanced between Low and Medium)
- View Distance: Medium
- Shadow Quality: Low
- Texture Quality: Medium
- Shading Quality: Low
- Effects Quality: Medium
- Foliage Quality: Low
- Post Processing Quality: Low
- Reflection Quality: Low
- Global Illumination Quality: Low
Mid-Range PCs (Recommended Requirements):
Aim for a balance of visuals and performance:
- Graphics Quality: Custom (Mix of High and Epic)
- View Distance: High
- Shadow Quality: Medium
- Texture Quality: High
- Shading Quality: High
- Effects Quality: High
- Foliage Quality: High
- Post Processing Quality: High
- Reflection Quality: Medium
- Global Illumination Quality: High
High-end PCs can utilize "Epic" settings for maximum visual fidelity. Explore Avowed mods for further enhancements.
Avowed is available now for PC and Xbox Series X|S.
