Remove Ability Overlays with Optional Less Aetherfloods

Installation

This mod requires the installation of the add-on enabled version of ReShade as well as a ReShade add-on called ShaderToggler.

ReShade's installer for the latest add-on version can be downloaded here:

https://reshade.me/downloads/ReShade_Setup_6. 6. 2_Addon.exe

ShaderToggler can be added using ReShade's installation wizard, as shown in the below screenshots.

You can also download it independently here:

https://github.com/FransBouma/ShaderToggler/releases/download/1. 2. 1/ShaderToggler_v121.zip

After you've installed both ReShade and ShaderToggler, download the mod file, unzip and extract the file

ShaderToggler.ini

and copy it to your game folder. This is typically found at:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\FINAL FANTASY XVI

Launch your game as usual, and enjoy the Arete Stone without the flashbangs!

(Please note there is no need to use or set up any toggle hotkeys as by default, the shader that controls the white screen is already toggled off.)

ReShade Installation Walkthrough Screenshots

After you run the installer, you should choose ffxvi.exe from your list of games and click Next at the bottom.

On this screen, choose Microsoft DirectX 10/11/12, then click Next.

On this screen, unless you already have a ReShade preset .ini file and/or know what shaders you plan to use with ReShade, I recommend you click the Unselect All button at the top, then click Next.

Finally, the add-on screen (very important for this mod). Here, you want to check ShaderToggler by Otis_Inf, then click Next at the bottom and ReShade will complete installation.

Compatibility Issues

Please note that the main file for this mod is incompatible with my other Remove Arete Stone Flashbang mod.

You'll find different versions of the .ini file under Optional Files if you would like to also remove the Arete Stone flashbang screen.

A Note on Aetherflood Removal

A better mod is coming soon for full aetherflood removal. It will be loaded with the Mod Loader via Reloaded II.

I highly recommend you use that one if possible, as ShaderToggler is unfortunately unable to remove the aetherfloods completely.

Planned Updates

Will be working on removing the camera blur and distortion of several other abilities.

Credits

ReShade is an amazing post-processing tool made by Crosire. For more info and how to support, check:

https://reshade.me/

ShaderTogger is a very powerful add-on made by Frans Bouma. For more info and how to support, check:

https://github.com/FransBouma/ShaderToggler