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Deadlockis a game that has a lot of unique visuals to it.
Before diving into a match of Deadlock, here are a few things to keep in mind.
Deadlock is still in development, and these prefs may change during development.
Thankfully, Deadlock hastwo different ways you’ve got the option to change your controls.
Thebasic settingsare shown in aslider, where theleft side is for performanceand theright side is for visual spectacle.
The Best configs For Performance
Setting
Option
Description
Resolution
1920x1080
Thedefault resolutionfor most computers isusually the best optionfor performance.
Anti-Aliasing
FXAA
When on, this will improve performance without taking much power out of your box.
Screen Space AO
Off
Considering how much power it uses,keeping it off makes the most sense.
Distance Field AO
Same description as the Screen Space AO, another powerful option that isbest kept off.
Motion Blur
Motion blur is entirely a choice for players becauseit will not affect performancemuch, if at all.
VSync
While itcan improve screen tearing, thepotential input lagcan be costly.
Distance Field Shadows
On
This offers shadows whileadjusting the textureto make iteasier on computers.
Post Process Bloom
While a visual effect, it isvery minorandshouldn’t affect performancemuch if on.
Due to that, people can adjust their parameters to their liking.
The Best parameters For Medium-Range Deadlock Gameplay
Thedefault resolutionfor most computers isthe best optionfor almost all computers.
Fullscreen is still the best option for complex games, butBorderless Windowed is more viablein a build like this.
70 percent
Anywherearound 70-80 percentis a great spot if you want the game to run well and look good.
Just like the performance build, it is worth it toactivate anti-aliasing.
Low
To improve the visuals from the performance build, activating Screen Space AO will improve visuals.
Just like Screen Space AO, improving the Distance Field AO will also improve how the game looks.
The tradeoff between shadows and performance is good for this setting.
This setting doesn’t affect power or performance much.
Look intoyour monitor’s options to find out its highest refresh rate for the best visuals.
Fullscreen is still the best option for complex games, butBorderless Windowed is still viable.
90 percent
90 to 100 percent is ideal for the ultimate visual spectacle.
High
High is what you want for thebest visuals in Deadlock.
Ultra
Anytime you seean Ultra option, get it for the best visuals.
Just like Screen Space AO,improving the Distance Field AOwill also improve how the game looks.
Motion blur isentirely preferential.
Just like Motion Blur, thechoice is up to the player, but it usually isn’t worth it.
Making shadows easier to run while keeping performance good is a nice option.
This option simulates visual imperfections, so fortrue immersion, turn it on.
This includes turning onDisplacement Mapping, Area Lights, and Depth of Field.
To start, here are thebest mouse tweaks for Deadlock.
Now, forthe best keyboard and Steam Deck keybindings,there are two options.
While not the same as other shooters or MOBAs, this shiftmoves the ability keys and item keys around.
Aside from that, you’re free to keep the movement and ping keys the same.
As forSteam Deck players, here is the best keymapping for the console.
Upgrading your PCis another way to get better gameplay, but not always the most available.
Seven’s electrifying loadout is yours to wield in Deadlock.
