RDR2 DLSS Replacer
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 23 Tools mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
RDR2 DLSS Replacer
Run it before launching RDR2, it will replace DLSS with your preferred version, and when you exit RDR2 it will restore original DLSS file so that Rockstar Launcher does not update the game every time you launch or exit game.
How to use:
1. Download this mod.
2. Extract it.
3. Run `RDR2_DLSS_Replacer.exe`
- It needs Administrator Privileges to replace `nvngx_dlss.dll` in RDR2 directory.
- It requires . NET Framework 4. 7. 2+ installed. Download from Microsoft.
4. Start Red Dead Redemption 2 game.
`RDR2_DLSS_Replacer.exe` can be kept open for as long as you want, it does not exit with the game, so you can launch or exit the game multiple times and it will keep processing.
(Optional) Auto launch RDR2 when you start this mod.
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[]Open `rdr2_location_for_auto_start.txt`
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]Provide absolute location to RDR2.exe at end of file.How it works:
It monitors `RDR2.exe` process in task manager and as soon as it finds the process, it immediately replaces the game's DLSS in the game's location and creates backup of original DLSS file. Similarly, when the `RDR2.exe` process exits it reverts back DLSS. Your game location can be anywhere, it will be detected automatically by this app.
Source/GitHub Repository:
https://github.com/Bullz3y3/RDR2_DLSS_Replacer
RDR2 DLSS Replacer is a small utility that prevents Rockstar Launcher from overwriting your custom DLSS file in Red Dead Redemption 2. It monitors the game process and automatically swaps in your preferred DLSS version, ensuring your chosen upscaling stays active. With 353 endorsements and 14,533 downloads, it's a practical tool for players who want to tweak DLSS settings.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solves a real annoyance—Rockstar's launcher keeps stomping on your DLSS tweaks, and this fixes it hands-free.
- Solid community trust with 353 endorsements and over 14k downloads.
- Lightweight tool that runs in the background and does its job without fuss.
⚠️ Cons
- Only works with the Rockstar Launcher version—if you're on Steam, you might not need it, but it's still a niche fix.
- Requires you to have a preferred DLSS file ready to swap in, so it's not plug-and-play for casual users.
- Potential compatibility risk with future RDR2 updates that might change how the launcher handles files.
For RDR2 players who use custom DLSS versions (like newer or older ones) and are tired of the launcher reverting them. If you're a modder or performance tweaker, this tool is a must-have. Skip it if you're happy with the default DLSS and don't care about swapping versions.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have a DLSS file (like dlss.dll) you want to use, and place it in the RDR2 folder before running the replacer.
- Run the tool as administrator to ensure it can modify files in the game directory.
- If you're using a mod manager, you might need to manually place the tool's files—check the mod's folder structure.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- RDR2 Mods
- Author
- Bullz3y3
- Version
- 0.3
- Downloads
- 14,533
- Endorsements
- 353
- Category
- Tools
- Created
- 1/27/2023
- Updated
- 12/26/2023
🔧 How to Install RDR2 Mods
Install Script Hook RDR2 first. Most mods go in game directory.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for RDR2 →
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