Starfield Performance Optimizations
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #4 of 297 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
DESCRIPTION
STARFIELD GAME OPTIMISATIONS!
Has your CPU and GPU had enough?
Do you feel like fps is just too freaking low even for a bethesda game?
Well then, I'll give you a solution... or multiple ;)
Simply exchanges the values for the original options
E.g. Ultra is now Ultra with Optimizations
REMEMBER: You must switch between your new installed options for this to take effect, e.g. go between low and ultra
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FOR THOSE WHO PREVIOUSLY INSTALLED WITH VORTEX:
VORTEX with starfield loader v0. 2. 0 has a bug where this mod will not be loaded but instead put into the /data folder
If you are one of the prior vortex users and wondering why does this mod not work... that's why :(
I'm sorry I didn't check this, but I never realised that vortex will break something as simple as pasting a file into the main game folder :(
1. What does this mod do?
Take a look at the files if you want. You can open them with notepad!
It slightly tweaks some of the graphical settings like shadows, reflections, grass, npc spawning, non baked light counts, VRS settings,
And a bunch of other bits.
2. For those asking if you can switch settings around, Yes
On the settings you don't change it should still provide performance gains!
3.. If you are getting some black shadows on textures, it does not seem to be this mod, but rather the shader cache
Try going to %appdata% -> back one folder then: /Local/Starfield
You may need to only delete the Pipeline.cache file and restart the game
4.. The mod doesn't work for me why?
You might either be extremely CPU bound (in cities im almost certain you are)
You might have not switched presets back and forth, so none of the changes have applied for you yet
You installed with Vortex
INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENTS
Simply extract the files into main game directory
Example Steam:
SteamLibrary/steamapps/common/Starfield
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A performance optimization mod for Starfield that aims to make the game as smooth as possible, including a 'Potato Mode' for low-end systems. With over 11,000 endorsements and 662,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking FPS boosts.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 11,627 endorsements and over 662k downloads
- Potato Mode is a godsend for low-end rigs struggling to run Starfield
- Simple and effective—just install and enjoy the smoother framerates
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated September 2023—may not be optimized for the latest game patches
- No detailed documentation on what exactly is changed, so you're flying blind
- Potato Mode might tank visual quality more than you'd like if you're not careful
For Starfield players on mid-range or older PCs who want a smoother experience without upgrading hardware. Also great for anyone who wants to squeeze out extra FPS for a more responsive game. Skip if you're on a high-end rig and don't need performance tweaks.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, install this mod through it to keep track of updates and avoid conflicts.
- Try the standard optimizations first; if you still need more FPS, enable Potato Mode but be ready for a visual downgrade.
- Check the mod's comments section for any user-reported issues with the latest Starfield patch before installing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Erok
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 662,671
- Endorsements
- 11,627
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 9/1/2023
- Updated
- 9/10/2023
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