Graphic Settings for Escape from Tarkov

Introduction

• Passion for creating high-quality cinematic videos.
• Frequently asked about how to achieve better graphics and smoother gameplay.
• This video covers settings for Escape from Tarkov (EFT) and Windows.

Important Reminders

• No two PCs are the same; higher specs generally yield better performance.
• Follow along with the video for specific tweaks.
• Video includes timestamps for reference.

Initial Windows Settings

DPI Scaling Adjustment

• Locate EFT executable in Battle State Games folder.
• Right-click on escape from tarkov.exe, go to Compatibility tab.
• Enable "Override high DPI scaling behavior" and set to Application.
• This reduces blurriness and may improve performance.

Graphics Card Configuration (Nvidia)

• Access Nvidia Control Panel from the desktop.
• Go to Manage 3D settings, select EFT from Program Settings.
• Key Settings to Adjust:
  • Anisotropic Filtering: Application controlled.
  • Anti-Aliasing FXAA: Turn off for EFT to manage it.
  • Gamma Correction: Turn on.
  • Anti-Aliasing Mode: Set to application controlled.
  • Max Frame Rate: Match to monitor's refresh rate.
  • Power Management: Set to "Prefer maximum performance".
  • Texture Filtering Quality: Set to High quality for better visuals.
  • Vertical Sync: Enable for better frame rate cap.

Additional Game Settings

Desktop Color Settings

• Adjust brightness, contrast, gamma, and digital vibrance to personal preference.
• Minimal adjustments can save in-game resources.

Launcher Settings

• Select lowest ping servers for better performance.
• Exit launcher completely during gameplay for resource savings.

In-Game Settings

Game Tab Settings

• Turn on auto RAM cleaner for 8GB RAM or less.
• Enable "Use physical core" for improved performance.
• Recommended FOV: 59 (equivalent to 90 horizontal FOV) for better visibility.

Graphics Tab Settings

• Set resolution to native monitor resolution (e.g., 2560x1440).
• Fullscreen mode for better performance.
• Texture Quality: High for smoother gameplay.
• Shadows Quality: Low for better FPS but affects visual appearance.
• Object LOD Quality: Set to 2.5 for better rendering at distance.
• Visibility: Set to at least 1000 for spotting enemies.
• Anti-Aliasing: TAA High for balance between performance and appearance.
• HBAO: Max performance or off if FPS dips.
• SSR: Set as high as PC can handle.
• Anisotropic Filtering: On for better texture performance.

Performance Testing

• Test settings in offline raids for real-time feedback on FPS.
• Monitor impacts of various settings using the FPS counter.

Post Effects Settings

• Adjust these settings to enhance visual appearance (clarity, luma, adaptive sharpen) while monitoring FPS.
• Many players prefer to keep post effects off for higher FPS.

Conclusion

• Adjust settings based on personal preference and performance needs.
• Encourage comments on AMD settings and other tips.
• Link to additional resources and personal graphic settings video.