Dark Souls 4.0
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #5 of 195 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Dark Souls 4. 0
This presets aim to make you feel like you are truly playing Dark Souls,and to bring the Graphics to the next level.
Installation:
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Recommended Ingame Settings:
-Set Brightness between 2-4
-Disable Antialiasing
-Max everything else out
-If you want you can force Anisotropic Filtering and High Quality Options via Nvidia/AMD Control Panel
Remove Black Bars on top and bottom:
-go into the Reshade folder and search for SweetFx.cfg
-open it and scroll all down to the bottom,till you reach the "Border" section
-look for this line:
#define USE_BORDER 1 // //-Border : Can be used to create letterbox borders around the image.
and change it to this:
#define USE_BORDER 0 // //-Border : Can be used to create letterbox borders around the image.
(basically just change the 1 to a 0)
Uninstallation:
-Just delete all 3 files which you have put from the zip folder into your \DARK SOULS III\Game
More Comparison Screenshots and Videos will follow.
If you have some requests or questions regarding the Reshade and its look,dont refuse to ask :)
My other files (Just Witcher 3 mods)
-My Mod list
Credits:
-Nexus Sites
-FromSoft
-Reshade Creators
Dark Souls 4.0 is a visual preset for Skyrim that aims to replicate the atmosphere and graphics of Dark Souls. With over 1,300 endorsements and 40,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a darker, more immersive look. Last updated in 2017, it may require compatibility checks with current game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,366 endorsements — clearly a lot of players dig this look
- Over 40k downloads shows it's been tried and tested by a big chunk of the community
- If you're after that gritty, dark fantasy vibe, this preset is built exactly for that
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017 — might not play nice with the latest Skyrim patches or DLC
- Preset only — you'll need to pair it with ENB and other mods to get the full effect, which isn't explained
For Skyrim players who want to transform their game into a Dark Souls-like experience with darker, grittier visuals. If you're into atmospheric overhauls and don't mind tinkering with ENB presets, this is for you. Skip if you prefer vanilla graphics or want a modern, actively maintained mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have an ENB installed first, as this preset likely requires it to work properly.
- Check the mod's comments section for user reports on compatibility with your Skyrim version.
- Use a mod manager to easily toggle the preset on and off while testing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dark Souls 3 Mods
- Author
- Mangekyoumadara1987
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 40,826
- Endorsements
- 1,366
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 6/21/2017
- Updated
- 6/24/2017
🔧 How to Install Dark Souls 3 Mods
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