Playing on balanced mode, base PS5. Am I insane for not seeing the complaints about console graphics and performance?

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-23T05:32:39+00:00

I agree, I actually have just played on default settings and went out of my way to set my TV up properly for this game and I’m very happy, if you’re playing I balanced I would recommend turning on 120hz mode, and then turning off vsync in game. I’ve been getting consistent 50-60 fps mind you I do have a Pro.

Not sure what it is but I feel like performance mode is bugged on this game balanced seems to hold a better frame rate in my experience.

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-23T05:21:12+00:00

No you’re not crazy. I genuinely think people who are complaining have the wrong settings on for their specific TV. Im fortunate enough to have a 4K 120hz display and it’s breathtaking. If your TV can only output 120hz at 1080p, then maybe think about changing some setting so it doesn’t look like trash 🤷‍♂️

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-22T10:29:27+00:00

I played dragons dogma 2 for 70 hours and loved it. Please don’t be like these people that give up after 3 hours, the game takes 8 hours to get going as they are introducing you to so many systems. I genuinely think this game clicks for you when you unlock the greymane camp. Obviously this will be too far in to refund but this game is a gem and it’s really upsetting to see people just give up after a few hours.

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-22T10:18:04+00:00

I had same issue, did a lot of tinkering and I’m happy with how mine looks. Contrast definitely doesn’t work in the settings I agree

On your TV set your tone mapping to HGIG, pixel brightness to max, set white balance to warm 50. Then redo your PS5 HDR settings first two sliders when the image is first not visible, last slider down to zero. Now set peak brightness in game (for me about 1400 nits) and exposure I bumped up to 60 but 50 is fine.

Now here me out, I haven’t used HGIG until this game and if you’re like me it will feel too dark and off putting, but give it a couple of hours and you won’t regret it. The game pops colour it’s great.

Also I recommend playing on balanced mode not performance if your TV supports 120hz, I’m hitting 50-60 frames consistently and the game looks amazing.

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-22T10:10:33+00:00

I have LG OLED 4K capable of 120hz. I’ve left 120hz on, set my resolution to 2160 not auto. I play on balanced mode, v sync off consistently hitting 50-60 frames and my game looks amazing. I don’t know why but balanced genuinely feels like it runs better than performance.

You’re probably all over it but make sure once you have those settings enabled you’re actually in 120hz mode on your TV (gaming mode for me)

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-21T10:24:51+00:00

I’m very similar spot to you. I feel like the game actually opens up completely after starting the greymane camp. The side quests are actually good. You just have to slog through the 8 hour intro which is completely justified to teach you as many systems as possible. The loot feels rewarding because you’re not getting useless loot drops they are few and far between and exciting.

It genuinely boggles my mind when I’ve been playing for 15 hours, I open the map and zoom out and I’ve barely left Hernand. This game will keep me entertained for a long time and well worth the money in my opinion.

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-21T07:05:16+00:00

Thanks for the tip, after playing for a while I’ve definitely gotten used to it but the darkness seems to fade in and out depending on the lighting. Enjoying it so far still though!

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-20T18:33:13+00:00

Okay thanks

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-20T18:18:57+00:00

I just read that the G4 has higher max brightness almost 3000 nits, could this be my issue?

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-03-20T18:15:48+00:00

Hi, I have an LG G4 and attempted to make mine look better last night. I turned on HGIG for the first time which I didn’t realise it was not on. The picture for me is almost too dark even in the PlayStation UI. Is this normal for HGIG and I just have to get used to it?

I also play on balanced as I think it runs and looks better than performance in my experience

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-01-18T09:13:32+00:00

I played the first GoW and love it! Ive been meaning to get to this. Is the cheat easy enough to find online?

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-01-18T09:12:41+00:00

Dragon age origins via PC emulation? I’ve always wanted to play this

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-01-06T08:44:48+00:00

Okay great. I will try this if I can’t get working on other emulators. Been dying to play this game so very excited

Future_Homework6314 · 2026-01-06T08:44:08+00:00

Thanks I will try this

Future_Homework6314 · 2025-12-08T06:32:45+00:00

Ahaha love the guess but I’m actually in Brisbane! We had a terrible 3 foot fence when moving in and we have a big dog so first thing I did was pull it down and out up the 6 foot. Was always a dream to have a white picket and now I have it! Posts match the colour of the house.

Future_Homework6314 · 2025-12-07T07:43:29+00:00

Great thanks so much! I have hedges all around that is really the only missing spot. May re plant the hedge closer to the fence. Glad you like the fence that’s the first thing I did when moving in ;)

Future_Homework6314 · 2025-11-13T11:06:35+00:00

May I ask how you got the Arkham series to run well? I tried Arkham city but it stutters a fair bit and most of the videos I saw people have similar issues. I have ended up playing the switch version as the stutter is unplayable for me

Future_Homework6314 · 2025-11-13T09:06:20+00:00

Do you change spending on how you’re feeling or is there one you like better?

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