Simple Realistic Reshade for Watch-Dogs 2
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 190 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
CREDITS:
UbiSoft Studio (for created this great game)
Timothy Lottes (EPIC)
Reshade Team (Crosire, CeeJay, Marty McFly, Thalixte, Ganossa/Hawk, Bacondither, Ioxa, Otis, Jose Negrete, et al. ~ https://reshade.me)
Actually, this is just an old mod. I even already pulled it from my blog/homepage. But some of my friends and patrons got this game for free from last Ubisoft Forward event. And they ask me to re-uploaded this mod to here, to share it to wider community. I've converted it from Reshade 2.x to Reshade 4.x and re-uploaded here. I hope you like it!
ps. if you're looking Simple Realistic for Watch-Dog 1 you my check my other nexusmods page here:https://www.nexusmods.com/watchdogs/mods/88
What is this?
A simple Reshade preset and shaders pack for Watch Dogs 2
This shading makes WD2 become much colorful (Like WDL) but with better shading, details and lighting effects.
Side by side comparison (left = Vanilla/Mod OFF vs right = Mod ON )
How to Install:
- Clean-up/Move/Backup your previous SweetFX or Reshade files (dxgi.dll/d3d11.dll and their related files and folders) if you already installed it to your game.
- Extract these files into the same folder with your game executable (WatchDogs2.exe)
Command Keys:
INSERT: Toggle Effects ON/OFF (default is ON)
PAUSE : Toggle real-time side by side comparison (left = vanilla; right = with Mod)
END: open Reshade UI overlay menu/editor (you may adjust Color Saturation, Dark Levels, Light Intensity, Sharpness from here)
DELETE : Toggle Light-Boost ON/OFF (default is ON) ~ disable it if you feel the scene may too bright for your eyes! :)
I hope you like this!
Happy gaming and stay safe at home.
Chris Rubino
A Reshade preset and shaders pack for Watch-Dogs 2 that enhances color, shading, details, and lighting effects. With 416 endorsements and 14,677 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a more vibrant visual experience. Last updated in 2020, it may require manual installation.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 416 endorsements and over 14k downloads
- Makes the game more colorful without sacrificing detail
- Lightweight and easy to install for Reshade users
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- Requires Reshade, which can be tricky for first-time users
- No before/after screenshots or detailed instructions provided
For Watch Dogs 2 players who want a quick visual upgrade with more vibrant colors and better lighting. If you're new to Reshade, you'll need to learn the basics first. Skip if you prefer a realistic, desaturated look.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the latest version of Reshade installed before adding this preset.
- After installing, tweak the preset in-game using the Reshade overlay to match your monitor's brightness.
- If the game updates, check for compatibility issues and consider using a mod manager to revert changes.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Watchdogs2 Mods
- Author
- Chris Rubino
- Version
- 1.01
- Downloads
- 14,677
- Endorsements
- 416
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 7/16/2020
- Updated
- 7/16/2020
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