Nvidia d3d9 perf fix
⚪ Last updated 2010⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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
- 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #28 of 57 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
After the 1. 2 patch I no longer use this. I suggest you also try the game again without. \"This .dll file is essentially a light-wrapper for a \'supported\' video card\'s .dll, which tricks the game into configuring its FaceGen software (which was causing a performance problem) in a more efficient manner.\" (HT @ \"4000qails\") This will make your game run nearly like fallout 3 ran on your same computer. Like it should since there was very little visual improvements. ================================== -use winrar to unpack file Works with Ati and Nvidia however, for ATI cards to use transparency AA. http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=34970 cheers to Aleksei for his work. ================================= Drop in \"fallout new vegas\" folder to force the game to use this dll instead. If in right place launcher rescans/defaults settings. (After it defaults settings and shows as a \"7900\" or \"8600\" if you use 2nd file then remember to redo your preferred graphics settings.) I have a quad core/5870/8gb ram and perf was awful until I did this. I instantly got 4x framerate during \"goodsprings event.\" =============================================== -sometimes crashes with 2 monitors -most people report crashes with crossfire or SLI -usually crashes with XFIRE possible fix in XFIRE= (Tools>options>\'game\' tab) Then click on the checkbox \'Disable Xfire in game\'. -2nd file does not work on my ATI 5870 it may work better for you. =============================================== uininstall It does not change/replace any files just delete this one file and the game will go back to using the normal one in windows directory. notes* -If you are having crashes simply delete it. IFF you are still having crashes then obviously this was not the cause. (does this even need to be said?) -this game is only dx 9 there are no dx 10 or dx 11 features. -may crash during final cinematic (simply remove this single .dll file when you get near the ending) ---------------------- Jotti scan showed perfect. Feel free to check for yourself. http://virusscan.jotti.org/en ---------------------
This utility replaces the d3d9.dll in Fallout: New Vegas with an older version that reportedly performs better for some users. It's a simple drop-in fix with high community endorsement (11,922) and downloads (655,244), last updated in 2010.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community backing: 11,922 endorsements and over 655k downloads show it's a proven fix
- Dead simple to install – just drop the .dll into your Fallout New Vegas folder, no mod manager needed
- Potential performance boost for those experiencing d3d9-related issues, especially on older hardware
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2010 – may not be compatible with newer game patches or Windows versions
- No detailed instructions or troubleshooting provided by the author
- Replacing system DLLs can cause instability if the version doesn't match your system
For Fallout: New Vegas players who are experiencing performance issues and want a quick, community-tested fix. Skip if you're on a modern system with no problems or if you prefer up-to-date mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Back up your original d3d9.dll before replacing it so you can revert if needed
- Make sure you place the file in the correct folder – the one containing FalloutNV.exe, not the Data folder
- If you're using a mod manager, you can still install this manually; just drop the file in the game root
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- wing pao shiggz
- Version
- N/A
- Downloads
- 655,244
- Endorsements
- 11,922
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 10/20/2010
- Updated
- 10/26/2010
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