Sharp and Simple Reshade
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 6.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #96 of 195 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Infuse your game with this Simple and Sharp Reshade, no need to equip Havel's ring, this reshade weighs very little!
Special note: I included an additional ini file called "NONE" select this one from the dropdown menu if you want to directly compare vanilla graphics vs "Sharp and Simple"
INSTALLATION
! IMPORTANT NOTE! This uses Reshade Version 4. 5. 4
INSTALLATION
1. Download the reshade wrapper from the official ReShade site
2. Install ReShade on DarkSoulsIII.exe
2. 1. Launch Reshade
2. 2. Click to start installation:
2. 3. Select Dark Souls III from the list of games
2. 4. Select the Direct 3d 10/11/12 option
2. 5. Click OK to install all the shaders
2. 6. Wait for the shaders to download
2. 7. When the installation is successfully completed, close the application
3. Extract SharpAndSimple.rar in the Dark Souls III installation folder. (*\Steam\steamapps\common\DARK SOULS III\Game)
4. Launch Dark Souls III
5. Press the "Home" key to bring up the reshade menu, click Skip Tutorial:
6. Click on the "Default Preset" dropdown menu
7. Select Sharp and Simple from the dropdown menu:
8. Wait for the effects to compile (this shouldn't take long, might even be instant)
9. Press the "Home" key again to close the Reshade menu, and enjoy!
A lightweight Reshade preset for Skyrim Special Edition that enhances visuals with minimal performance impact. With 72 endorsements and over 1,000 downloads, it's a modest but functional choice for players seeking a simple graphical upgrade without heavy configuration.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Lightweight preset that won't tank your FPS
- Simple to install and use, no complex settings to fiddle with
- Decent community support with 72 endorsements and 1k downloads
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020, so may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim SE patches
- No before/after screenshots or detailed description, so you're flying blind on what it actually changes
- Only 72 endorsements, so it's a niche pick compared to more popular presets
For Skyrim SE players who want a quick, no-fuss visual boost without diving into ENB or complex Reshade configs. If you're a performance-conscious gamer on a mid-range rig, this preset is worth a shot. Skip if you want dramatic graphical overhauls or need active maintenance for the latest game version.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have Reshade installed first, then drop the preset file into your Skyrim SE directory and select it in the in-game Reshade menu.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, you can install the preset as a mod, but manual installation is just as simple.
- Test the preset in a few different lighting conditions (day, night, interiors) to see if it suits your taste before committing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dark Souls 3 Mods
- Author
- Wolfenoctis
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 1,036
- Endorsements
- 72
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 3/30/2020
- Updated
- 3/30/2020
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