Dark Souls 2 - ReShade E3 2013 like

⭐ ⭐ (775 endorsements) 📥 20,931 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 12/23/2016
⚪ Last updated 2017

By ILN BigTastyBoy · ReShade Preset

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/4/2017 📅 Created: 12/23/2016

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 26 ReShade Preset mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

PLEASE, PLAY ONLY OFFLINE! IN ONLINE YOU'll BE GET SOFTBAN!

It's only Scholar of the First Sin (2015) version game.

This mod do graphic some look like on E3 2013.

This not ideal settings, of course... I think it's never will be ideal.

Oh, why developers did bag graphic?

Watch video...

Playing 4K graphic mod can work uncorrect. I don't have 4K, so I can't make settings for 4K

All files put in folder with game - Steam\steamapps\common\Dark Souls II Scholar of the First Sin\Game

Delete all files of the mod

Play offline, or u'll get softban...

Set zero brightness in game settings

If the mod doesn't work... Try to rename dxgi files to d3d11.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A ReShade/SweetFX preset for Dark Souls 2 that aims to replicate the visual style shown at E3 2013. It's a popular cosmetic mod with 775 endorsements and over 20,000 downloads, last updated in January 2017.

✨ Key Features

Recreates the E3 2013 look for Dark Souls 2 using SweetFX/ReShade
Graphical enhancement preset that adjusts colors, lighting, and effects
Simple installation: place preset files and enable in ReShade
Community-tested with 775 endorsements and 20,931 downloads

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 775 endorsements and over 20k downloads
  • Gives your game that gritty E3 2013 vibe without overhauling textures
  • Lightweight preset – no performance hit compared to full ENB

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2017 – may not be compatible with newer ReShade versions
  • Author admits it's 'not ideal' – expect some visual quirks
  • Potential conflicts with other ReShade presets or SweetFX settings
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dark Souls 2 players who want a quick visual refresh that mimics the E3 2013 reveal. If you're into tweaking your game's look and don't mind a slightly dated preset, this is for you. Skip if you want modern graphics overhauls or full ENB effects.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have ReShade or SweetFX installed first – this preset just adds the config files.
  • If the game crashes, try running in borderless windowed mode instead of fullscreen.
  • Check the in-game ReShade menu to adjust the preset's intensity to your liking.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Darksouls2 Mods
Author
ILN BigTastyBoy
Version
1.0
Downloads
20,931
Endorsements
775
Category
ReShade Preset
Created
12/23/2016
Updated
1/4/2017

🔧 How to Install Dark Souls 2 Mods

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