Shadow and Storm Reshade Preset

⭐ — (75 endorsements) 📥 1,850 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 4/18/2015
⚪ Last updated 2015

By SkyLooter · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/22/2015 📅 Created: 4/18/2015

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #31 of 75 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

At first, I want to thank Brandonhortman for his Screenarcher Reshade Preset http://www.nexusmods.com/dragonageinquisition/mods/438/?

It is the real base off my preset and I asked him for permission and kindly gave me his approvals! So all Credit goes to him encouraging me. I only tweaked his Preset to my liking and dabled with the shaders.

Reshade Big Thanks and Credits to Crosire for Reshade and big thanks to Marty McFly for his Mastereffect Also Big Thanks to every Dev for their Shaders used in Reshade

Reshade is Shaderinjector like ENB but with a greater Bandwith of APIs supported If you have time and a coin to spend, make a donation to them. http://reshade.me/

Question I would like to know your expiriences with the Presets. Like is the less dark version less dark enough? Or maybe someone wants a high qualityversion for his strong hardware ( I experimented with Ambient Occlusion but it has a very strong impact on the framerate). So please share your thoughts in the commentsection.

Update Added Version 1. 1 Added an even brighter Version, than the Less Dark Version Added Experimantel Version with HBAO (looks good but costs a lot off fps, real strong machine adviced)

Changlog 1. 1 Tweaked Dof, Switched to another Lens Flare, Added two more Presets with less darkness (only a small margin) 1. 0 Releaseversion

The History

I played all Dragon Age Games and Skyrim. And I love Dragon Age Inquisition, but something bothered me since the first minute playing. The lightingconditions and the washed out look. Coming to Stormcoast I couldn't belive what my eyes were seeing. Stormcoast? Really? Rain on a sunny day. I hoped the other areas are darker and there are shadows to hide my Rogue. Then I proceeded to Crestwood and it hit me with all might. This foggy, grey something should be a thunderstorm? No way!

Than Brandonhortman published his Screenarcher Preset. By using it, i thought of a way to bring out the Storm and to maybe cast dark shadows for hiding.

So here it is my vision of the thunderstorm in Crestwood.

What does my Preset do exactly?

I love strong Contrasts and I love black and realy dark shadows. Evil always lurks in the shadows and darkness. So I played a little

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A simple Reshade preset that boosts contrast and darkens shadows for a moodier look. With 75 endorsements and 1,850 downloads, it's a niche pick for players wanting a quick visual overhaul. Last updated in 2015, so compatibility with current game versions is uncertain.

✨ Key Features

Increases contrast for a more dramatic visual style
Darkens shadows significantly for a moody atmosphere
Simple preset, easy to apply with ReShade

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Lightweight and straightforward—no complex setup, just drop it in and go
  • Delivers exactly what it promises: strong contrast and deep shadows for that cinematic feel
  • Decent community traction for a niche preset (75 endorsements, 1,850 downloads)

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015—likely outdated and may not work with current game versions or ReShade updates
  • No screenshots or detailed instructions provided, so you're flying blind on the exact look
  • Very specific aesthetic—if you prefer balanced visuals, this might be too extreme
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want a quick, dramatic visual shift with darker shadows and punchy contrast, especially if you're into moody or horror-themed gameplay. Skip if you prefer a natural or vibrant look—this is all about atmosphere over realism.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have ReShade installed and set up for your game before adding this preset
  • Test the preset in a dark area of the game to see if the shadow levels are too intense for your taste
  • If the preset looks too dark, you can tweak the contrast and shadow settings in the ReShade in-game menu

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragon Age Mods
Author
SkyLooter
Version
1.1
Downloads
1,850
Endorsements
75
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
4/18/2015
Updated
4/22/2015

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