Realistic Lights Shadows Color and Detail SweetFX 2.0 Preset

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,800 endorsements) 📥 45,300 downloads 📌 vV7.0 📅 12/12/2015
⚪ Last updated 2015

By Lostvampire · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/28/2015 📅 Created: 12/12/2015
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #11 of 45 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

✅ realistic lightening / contrast-lightening
✅ realistic contrasted shadows
✅ more "radioactive" sky (smog leads to a more red/purple skyline and cloud appearance)
✅ smoother colors that dynamically changes leads to straight better colorization of the game (vibrance based)
✅ all done without overexposing basic light sources/sky/lamps etc.
✅ sharpening adapted to Hi-Res texture packages not to oversharpen these

Using SweetFX 2. 0 for DX11 to change the lightening, colors, sharpness of textures and shadows to a much more impressive manner.

ENBoost Support .... This mod uses dxgi.dll not D3D11.dll (so 3D-Vision Fix also working)

Pictures are from 6. 1 (but V 7. 0 looks very similar, color fades/transitions are much more smoother and did not leads to a "rainbow effect" anymore.

Note: THIS is my personal meaning/feeling/opinion!!!

  • realistic lightening / contrast-lightening
  • realistic contrasted shadows
  • more "radioactive" sky (smog leads to a more red/purple skyline and cloud appearance)
  • smoother colors that dynamically changes leads to straight better colorization of the game (vibrance based)
  • all done without overexposing basic light sources/sky/lamps etc.
  • sharpening adapted to Hi-Res texture packages not to oversharpen these

(all the pictures are taken with over 18 GB HiRes/New Textures from Nexus-Mod, mixed by me. Dont ask me which mods i have used, it is a mixture so it is not clear which textures are from which mod.) --- a comparison between SweetFX + Hires-Textures and SweetFX without Hires-Textures can be downloaded as a screenshot-package here: HiRes vs. Vanilla (0_1__m = TextureMods and SweetFX / 0_1_m = only SweetFX / 0_1_o = vanilla)

Want the shown Crosshair/Interface ?? Check out my other 2 mods:

DOT instead of Crosshair Minimalistic Crosshair HUD Interface

UPDATE to V5: NOTE: Screenshots are from prev. version!! V4 is moved to old files, so you can compare by your self with V5 on your system.

  • color changes and more contrast to darker areas, some color reduction (reduced yellow), reduced overexposure
  • - enables you to see details you did not have seen before in vanilla or other versions of my preset!!
  • Added lite changed Version for users with 3D-Vision glasses. (My Settings in 3D-Mode: Light Boost: 100 % / Contrast: 53 %)

UPDATE to V6: - smoother dark area contrast

UPDATE to V6. 1: - fixed occurring overexpression coming up with 6. 0 in bright areas

UPDATE to V6. 2: - light boost and contrast adaption to 100 % Light boost and 53 % contrast (With 3D-Vision 1 without lightboost you have to change line 219 and may be 295)

UPDATE to V7. 0:[/siz

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A SweetFX 2.0 preset that enhances lighting, color, and sharpening for more immersive visuals. With 1,800 endorsements and 45,300 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a quick visual upgrade. Last updated in 2015, so compatibility with current game versions is uncertain.

✨ Key Features

SweetFX 2.0 preset for enhanced lighting and color correction
Adds sharpening for improved detail
Aims for more powerful and immersive lighting effects

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,800 endorsements and 45k downloads
  • Simple preset install—just drop files in and go
  • Boosts visual clarity with sharpening and color tweaks

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015—may not work with current game versions
  • Requires SweetFX 2.0, which can conflict with other graphics mods
  • No detailed setup instructions or screenshots provided
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want a quick, no-fuss visual enhancement without heavy performance hits. If you're into tweaking graphics settings and want a community-tested preset, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're on a newer game version or prefer modern reshade alternatives.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to back up your original game files before overwriting with the preset.
  • If the game has an anti-cheat, disable it or use a mod manager to avoid issues.
  • Test the preset in a dark area to see the lighting improvements clearly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Lostvampire
Version
V7.0
Downloads
45,300
Endorsements
1,800
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
12/12/2015
Updated
12/28/2015

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