Significantly Better Draw Distance
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #119 of 148 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Increases the draw distance of: Small objects, large objects, npc's and high quality motionblur effects.
Minimum Fps impact especially in comparison to other draw distance mods, this is because i did not touch the shadow settings ( they are the ones that destroyed performance for me)
How to install:
Use DSMAPSTUDIO to import both LoadBalancerNewDrawDistScaleParam_win64.csv&PartsDrawParam.csv
How to import (if you are new to this stuff)
1 Open Dark Souls Map Studio
2 Go to Param Editor (top left)
3 search: LoadBalancerNewDrawDistScaleParam_win64&PartsDrawParam and click on it, it should be highlighted in blue
4 click edit (top left) -> Import CSV -> From file -> select the LoadBalancerNewDrawDistScaleParam_win64.csv&PartsDrawParam.csv included in this mod
Significantly Better Draw Distance is a visual mod for an unspecified game that increases draw distance for small and large objects, textures, NPCs, and high-quality motion blur effects. It claims minimal FPS impact by leaving shadow settings untouched. With 62 endorsements and 1,587 downloads, it's a niche performance-friendly option for players seeking improved visibility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Performance-friendly approach: by not touching shadows, it avoids the usual FPS hit from draw distance mods.
- Boosts visibility for multiple elements—objects, textures, NPCs—so the whole world looks sharper.
- Decent community traction: 62 endorsements and 1,587 downloads show it's been tried and appreciated.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in early 2023—might be outdated if the game has had major patches since then.
- Small mod with limited endorsements (62), so don't expect extensive community support or troubleshooting.
For players who want a clearer view of distant objects and NPCs without sacrificing frame rate, especially if you're tired of pop-in. Skip if you're looking for a complete visual overhaul or if you're sensitive to potential compatibility issues with newer game versions.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod doesn't touch shadows, you can pair it with other shadow-related mods without conflicts.
- Check the mod's file structure—if it's a simple drop-in, place it in the game's data folder; if it's a plugin, use your mod manager.
- Test in a dense area (like a city or forest) to see the draw distance improvement and monitor your FPS to confirm the minimal impact claim.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Elden Ring Mods
- Author
- Karbonkeltje
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 1,587
- Endorsements
- 62
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 2/9/2023
- Updated
- 2/9/2023
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