Simple Realistic for Horizon Zero Dawn
⚪ Last updated 2020Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 6.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #49 of 120 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
CREDITS:
Guerrilla Studio (for created this great game)
Timothy Lottes (EPIC)
Reshade Team (Crosire, CeeJay, Marty McFly, Thalixte, Ganossa/Hawk, Bacondither, Ioxa, Otis, Jose Negrete, et al. ~ https://reshade.me)
What is this?
A simple Reshade preset and custom shaders pack for Horizon Zero Dawn (HZD)
This shading makes HZD become a bit darker but with better shading, details and lighting effects.
NOTE:
- It's based on Reshade 4. 7.x (It will NOT compatible with Reshade 4. 4, 3.x and 2.x)
- You can adjust Color Saturation, Light Intensity, and Dark Level to fit your monitor/your liking (Press END button to show-up UI)
How to install:
- Clean-up your previous all Reshade files and configuration (if you already installed it) from HZD folder before install this mod
- Extract these files into where your game executable (HorizonZeroDawn.exe) resides. (e.g : C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Horizon Zero Dawn)
- Run the game!
Command Keys:
- INSERT : Toggle Effects ON/OFF (default: ON)
- PAUSE : Toggle Realtime result comparison (left = Vanilla/Mod OFF; right = with Mod ON)
- END : to Show up Reshade UI, so you can adjust Color Saturation, Light Intensity, and Dark Level to fit your monitor/your liking.
I hope you like this!
Happy gaming and stay safe at home.
Chris Rubino
Simple Realistic is a Reshade preset and custom shaders pack for Horizon Zero Dawn that darkens the game while improving shading, details, and lighting effects. It's a lightweight visual overhaul for players seeking a more grounded, cinematic look without major performance hits. With 299 endorsements and 4,808 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated mod.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 299 endorsements and nearly 5k downloads
- Simple install—just drop the preset and shaders into your Reshade folder
- Gives HZD a grittier, more cinematic look without overhauling the whole game
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in August 2020—might not be compatible with the latest HZD patches or Reshade versions
- Darkens the game, which could make some areas too hard to see if you prefer a brighter palette
For Horizon Zero Dawn players who want a quick visual tweak to make the world feel more grounded and realistic. If you're into photomode or just want a change from the default vibrant look, this is a solid pick. Skip if you prefer the original bright aesthetic or want major graphical overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have Reshade installed first—this mod is just a preset and shaders, not a standalone installer.
- After applying, tweak the preset's intensity settings in-game to find the right balance for your monitor.
- If the game updates, reinstall Reshade and reapply the preset to avoid compatibility issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Horizonzerodawn Mods
- Author
- Chris Rubino
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 4,808
- Endorsements
- 299
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 8/9/2020
- Updated
- 8/9/2020
🔧 How to Install Horizon Zero Dawn Mods
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