Subtle Clarity ReShade
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #58 of 69 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I made this for personal use, but figured I may as well upload it.
Inspired by and based on Clear Hunter, but aiming for a more subtle/slight change, with minimal frame loss. Eats around 5fps.
I find that the game looks cleaner with its vanilla Ambient Occlusion off, and using ReShade's tweakable MXAO in its place.
With the included settings, MXAO eats up an extra 5-10fps (depending and density of nearby meshes, I think). Feel free to adjust to your liking.
Installation:
1. Unpack this archive into Steam\Steamapps\common\Monster Hunter World\
2. Download the latest version of ReShade. Run it, and select the Monster Hunter World folder/executable.
3. Click Direct3D 10+, and install the default shaders.
4. Start MHW and hit Shift+F2 to bring up the ReShade menu.
5. Read ReShade's basic instructions, and you should be able to select the SubtleClarity ini files from the dropdown menu.
Note (for those who don't want to download all effects): This ReShade only uses LumaSharpen, DPX, Levels and MXAO.
Installation (Kaldaien's Special K):
1. Assuming you already have Special K installed, go to this link, scroll down to "ReShade (Official)" and follow the instructions there.
2. Once you're done with step 7, unpack the ini files in this archive, into My Documents/My Mods/SpecialK/Plugins/ThirdParty/ReShade/
3. Follow the rest of steps, start MHW and hit Shift+F2 to bring up the ReShade menu. If Shift+F2 doesn't do anything, make sure you set up Special K properly.
4. Read ReShade's basic instructions, and you should be able to select the SubtleClarity ini files from the dropdown menu.
Uninstallation:
Delete the SubtleClarity ini files, dxgi.dll, dxgi.ini and the Reshade-Shaders folder.
If you're using Special K, don't delete the dxgi files. Instead simply disable the ReShade third party plugins in Special K's options.
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Subtle Clarity ReShade is a lightweight ReShade preset that boosts sharpness, saturation, and contrast with minimal FPS impact. With 682 endorsements and over 13,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting a visual upgrade without heavy performance loss. Last updated in 2018, it remains a stable option for those seeking a subtle enhancement.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 682 endorsements and over 13k downloads.
- Delivers a subtle visual boost without tanking your framerate.
- Lightweight preset that's easy to tweak if you want more punch.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018, so it might not be optimized for newer game versions or ReShade updates.
- Only tweaks sharpness, saturation, and contrast—no fancy effects like ambient occlusion or depth of field.
- Compatibility risk with other ReShade presets or mods that alter post-processing.
For gamers who want a quick, subtle visual upgrade without the performance hit of heavy ENBs or Reshade presets. Perfect if you're tired of washed-out colors and soft edges but don't want to fiddle with complex settings. Skip if you're after dramatic, cinematic effects—this is all about clarity, not flair.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have ReShade installed and set up for your game before dropping this preset in.
- Use the ReShade in-game overlay to tweak the sharpness and saturation sliders to match your monitor's taste.
- If you notice a performance dip, try lowering the sharpness strength—it's often the biggest FPS hog.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Monster Hunter World Mods
- Author
- UberGrainy
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 13,714
- Endorsements
- 682
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 9/25/2018
- Updated
- 9/25/2018
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