E3FX
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 74 ReShade Preset mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This Reshade Frameworks mod aims to add colors and effects from the famous 2013 Witcher 3 Debut Trailer
Featured on PC Gamer's Best Witcher 3 Mods
Now Remastered for GOTY Edition
Compatible with v3. 31
This mod is compatible with EVERY other mod
Toussant/Blood & Wine compatible, may be too bright for use with this mod
Installation Instructions
2. Download a package flavor of your choice
3. Extract to your witcher.exe directory which is typically Witcher3\Bin\X64. Overwrite everything
4. Scroll down to read the FAQ before playing 5. Play the game. Press Scroll Lock to toggle the mod LIVE Press END to take screen shots that save to your witcher.exe folder
Required ingame settings:
Gamma = 1 (use the default & adjust if needed)
Preseve System Gamma = OFF
Full Screen Mode
Read the FAQ below for more info
Recommended ingame settings:
Recommended Video Settings for better FPS:
SSAO
Shadows Medium/High
Grass Medium/High
Foliage Medium/High
Water Medium/High
Available in FIVE flavors
Classic (Formely v7) Includes all around bloom for a more fantasy feel
Realistic (Formerly Alternative Bloom) Includes realistic sun and bloom effects on only bright objects
Gritty Includes a cinematic color scheme with more browns and faded colors for a grim autumn season feel
Ultimate Edition A Hi-DEF mashup of both Classic and Realistic bloom sha
E3FX is a ReShade preset for The Witcher 3 that aims to replicate the visual style of the E3 2014 trailer. With over 14,000 endorsements and half a million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a cinematic, trailer-like look. Last updated in 2016, it may require tweaking for current game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 14,170 endorsements and over half a million downloads
- Delivers that iconic E3 trailer look for Witcher 3 fans
- Simple to install if you're familiar with ReShade
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 – may not work perfectly with the latest game patches
- Requires ReShade framework, which isn't included in the mod
- Preset may need manual tweaking to match your system and preferences
For Witcher 3 players who want that cinematic, E3 trailer aesthetic without heavy ENB setups. If you're a purist who prefers the vanilla look, skip this – it's all about visual flair.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Download ReShade first and run it on Witcher 3 to generate the shader files, then drop E3FX preset into the game folder.
- If the game updates, re-run ReShade to ensure compatibility with the latest version.
- Use the in-game ReShade menu to adjust intensity sliders if the effect feels too strong.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- Drogean
- Version
- 12
- Downloads
- 508,257
- Endorsements
- 14,170
- Category
- ReShade Preset
- Created
- 5/23/2015
- Updated
- 12/19/2016
🔗 Required By 1 Mod
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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