Starfield Graphics Optimization - Custom Presets for FPS Performance
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 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
- 👍 2.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #17 of 157 Environment mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I changed the ultra preset and made the game run way better while still having great graphics. This should help anyone who has a low/high graphics card run at pretty good settings. You should be able to get 20-30FPS from this, cities get
This mod replaces Starfield's ultra preset with optimized settings that boost FPS by 20-30 while maintaining visual quality. Designed for players with low or high-end GPUs, it improves performance in cities and other demanding areas. With 2,492 endorsements and 119,328 downloads, it's a popular choice for smoother gameplay.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 2,492 endorsements and over 119k downloads
- Simple drop-in preset change—no complex mod manager needed
- Targets the biggest FPS killer (cities) so you can actually explore New Atlantis without stutter
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed changelog or version history—hard to know what changed between updates
- Only touches the ultra preset—if you play on high or medium, you'll need to tweak manually
- Last updated July 2024—might not be tuned for the latest Starfield patches
For Starfield players with mid-range or older GPUs who want smoother performance without sacrificing too much visual fidelity. Also great for anyone who hates stuttering in cities. Skip if you're already on low settings or if you prefer a full graphics overhaul mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original StarfieldCustom.ini before replacing it, so you can revert if needed.
- If you're using a mod manager, you can install this as a mod, but manual installation is just as easy—drop the file into your Documents/My Games/Starfield folder.
- After installing, test in a city like Neon to see the FPS boost; if you still get stutter, try lowering shadow quality in the game settings.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Ziya
- Version
- 0.7
- Downloads
- 119,328
- Endorsements
- 2,492
- Category
- Environment
- Created
- 9/2/2023
- Updated
- 7/26/2024
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