(right-click tf2 in steam and go to set launch options) past this without quotes "-dxlevel 81 -novid -w 1024 -h 768 -nod3d9ex -full". So the problem I have with tf2 is I can run it maybe 40-50 FPS on DXlevel 81 but when I switch to DXlevel 90 I maybe get 20-30 FPS, this is a real problem, I dont have my specs for my comp because I am away. Only modern and updated config bundles like mastercomfig for Team Fortress 2 should be used to automatically apply these settings with the right values, if the game is well known to support them. exe doesn't pop up, TF2 stops running and then back to the beginning. Seems like theyve changed the launch code for changing dxlevel, because of course. Launch Options Launch option are probabully the easiest. When you enter -dxlevel 81 or other numbers into the start up options you just have to start up the game once then after that take it out of the start up options. 0. And also set the width and height of the resolution with -w and -h. Click close 6. cfg with default settings. Once you run the game once, quit the. Try switch dxlevel much of the time that can help but try them out all you have to do is google tf2 dxlevel try dxlevel95 I changed dxlevel to 95 and it runs a little better now but it sadly didnt solve it #3. dx8 doesnt show skins, and makes the teleporter glow and the medibeams look weird. -dxlevel 95. . Lady Alcina Dimitrescu Oct 12, 2020 @ 12:11pm. ago. Don't download/run ANYTHING while playing. 3. 00GHz. Select 'properties' then 'set launch options'. dxlevel 95 = could help fps compared to 91, could hurt, depends on your gpu (the default also) dxlevel 98 = highest quality but only a bit better than 90/95 with a lot less fps. Enter the 460GTX and Chris’ Configs. I have some tf2 benchmark On my system. -dxlevel 80 2639 frames 11. 0 mode with no extensions; this is the default setting for all Source engine games made by Valve. . #8. Invisible props, help : (. 2ms lerp is bad: Originally posted by WE. 862 fps variability-dxlevel 90 2639 frames 12. Lower is more compatible but 80 may cause more frequent crashes. . -dxlevel 91, 95, or 98 are what you want for DirectX 9. . Set the game to run with different command line arguments until it functions: -dxlevel ##. So another question I had is, would it be wise to have something like "dxlevel 90 and low config" or something like "dxlevel 81 and medium or medium low config". -autoconfig - Restores video and performance settings to default for the current hardware detected. I personally like to use the following settings. Type "-dxlevel" in the field (without quotation marks), followed by a space and the version of DirectX you want TF2. 2 (also known as "dxlevel 95") for TF2 Classic. Right-click on TF2 in your Steam Library -> Properties -> Set Launch Options. -dxlevel 90 will start the game in DirectX 9. TLDR: launch the game once after using -dxlevel 81 and then remove it from launch options. And yes, the higher graphical settings you have on, generally, if you don't have a potato for a computer, it'll feel smoother, even if your fps is lower. -dxlevel 100 does nothing in TF2. -dxlevel 95 to your launch options and the problem is fixed, then it's likely that this is the culprit. Posts: 1. Launch it in DX9. I looked up a video on how to make it not lag, and it told me to put the command "-dxlevel 80 +mat_antialias 0 window" in the start launch option. Then after you launch tf2, quit then remove mat_dxlevel from your launch options to prevent a repeat of the dxlevel glitch/bug. Then enter "-dxlevel 80" and start the game up. Scout. -novid -nojoy -nosteamcontroller -nohltv -particles 1 -precachefontchars -dxlevel 100 -console -freq x -noborder +cl_disablehtmlmotd 1Once you have that open, you're then going to type in "-dxlevel 81", with the hyphen (-) and all. kwq1133:w Feb 2, 2016 @ 4:01am. and the comments MOSTLY say that the person is wrong. you should be removing dxlevel commands from launch options right after you switch; leaving it in makes tabbing in/out messy and can cause issues. I've been recently using dxlevel 80 or 81 because it looks a lot more polished but possibly even better than dx90 and above. Of course, this loadout is possible to set up in the game. Installed RAM: 8GB. Yeah video settings won't save with a -dxlevel option. This is a quick question I had; is it bad to have a low config and a low dxlevel at the same time? I feel like it runs worse tbh, and I'm on a laptop that doesn't run tf2 THAT great. ) // If you need any other help feel free to add me on Steam (. 735 seconds 192. #4. Always -dxlevel 100. #1. denzy-tf2 commented Sep 13, 2021. But every month we have. There are some files called "dxsupport" and I wanted to know if there is a way to enable support for dxlevel 70 or below. Dxlevel 9. Right Click TF2 in your Library and go to Properties and then Set Launch Option and paste what I wrote and then hit Ok. Do these two things. At Tier 8, you can level up to 150 again, and you will have hit the new max level. Showing 1 - 4 of 4 comments. -dxlevel 95. #5. to use the latest dx level open console and type in mat_dxlevel 91 this will set the game to use the latest dx levelAh, that's the stuff! The Robin Walkers are a community-created cosmetic item for all classes. Valve should fix the FPS lag. If the echo appears, then it's a loading problem, otherwise your autoexec file itself is the issue (maybe. -novid: Retira o video de inicio do TF2. #5. This command will NUKE your graphics so don't be surprised if you can't see weapon skins. . This will make your tf2 run in an older version of Direct X and will improve your fps but will remove all skins and sheens from the game. . Dxlevel 95 utilizes some DirectX 10 capabilities to increase performance and looks by a small amount, IIRC. Team Fortress 2. when I used an 'optive. It is. Team Fortress 2 > General Discussions > Topic Details. All I know is that -dxlevel 80 increase better fps but water ( colored white ) and -dxlevel 81 is the same thing but sets the water to normal which may look appropriate to people and not irritating. I just want to know which is the best in terms of performance. If not, simply create file 'autoexec. But it may reset everytime you turn the game on if you have -dxlevel 81 in your start up options. Navigate to this directory: SteamsteamappscommonTeam Fortress 2in. 3. -dxlevel 95 Sets rendering level to maximum. Originally posted by Yuuka Kazami: Try typing mat_phong 1 manually into the command box. Below are the modes used in TF2:-dxlevel 81 If you a have extremely low-end PC, I suggest using DX Level 8. Defrag it. [deleted] • 8 yr. -dxlevel 9 or -dxlevel 95 doesnt work any more, but i need directx 9 to use contracts. Reply. -autoconfig -dxlevel 95. Reply. tf2 officially dropped support for dxlevel 80 or 81, use 95 instead, that gives the best fps now, if that wont solve the problem use 90Team Fortress 2. Aug 30, 2016 @ 5:58pm Originally posted by ๖ۣۜSirAnthony Ⅲ: You probably had a "-dxlevel (number)" command in the launch options. Type exactly "-dxlevel 9" without the quotation marks, and you dont need to be on 9, you can go up to 98 which is default, but this will lag your computer if you have a bad computer. Remove the -default launch options and replace with. Members Online. At this point I decided to once again kick things up a notch. oh and check your actual code. Showing 1 - 2 of 2. 213 seconds 235. Use +mat_dxlevel 95 since -dxlevel resets a few other settings like your resolution and a value of 95 uses the "updated" Shader Model 3. 553 fps variability. I use auto. dxlevel 90 means fewer frames per second but higher-quality visuals. The_MAZZTer. I was just wondering what the setting/command would it be in the autoexec. I don't know what's causing this stutter or lag or whatever it is and I'm starting to get pissed. Play at native resolution if at all possible. Meanwhile it's 80+fps on any other gamemodemap at the same time on the high settings. ) -sw significa "Iniciar ventana". 1 (Medium Quality). Also, setting it to 4:3 help ALOT 4:3 Lowest FOV, Highest FPS 16:10 Middleground for both 16:9. Generally more stable and has less crashes and visual bugs than dxlevel 80. I have this obscure problem that pop-up recently when I play tf2. -nojoy : stops Joystick system from starting up, faster startup and less memory usage. All Discussions Screenshots Artwork Broadcasts Videos Workshop News Guides Reviews. Not BnW Feb 8, 2019 @ 9:36pm. Definitely worth a try if you're not running dx98 or 95 currently. /for. dxlevel 95 = could help fps compared to 91, could hurt, depends on your gpu (the default also) dxlevel 98 = highest quality but only a bit better than 90/95 with a lot less fps. This is what TF2 looks like when you run it on a high quality patato and yes, high quality ones are lucky to run a game as mordern as this. So basically, Team Fortress Classic. Set it to 60, 70, 80, 81, 90, 95 or 98 () to set the corresponding DirectX version; it is not possible to run at a higher level than the graphics hardware is capable of. Why TF2 official servers are full of bots and CSGO servers are fine when both use Valve. -dxlevel 90. #5. it crashes when I am on valve servers or when Im trying to practice speed pogos. Replace 91 with this. right click tf2 and go to propreties then click ''set launch options''. 1. -default. In effect, Team Fortress 2’s terrible optimization was costing me games. It should definitely. Azor Oct 7, 2017 @ 9:56am. I have tried in launch options but then my video set ups change to much higher and that happends everytime i launch tf with -dxlevel 9. (according to some article) TF2 is a 2007 game, and it has been updated a lot over a decade. Sort by: Open comment sort options. pubg-y. From here you can enter in a variety of launch options for Team Fortress 2. Then you have the default dxlevel 91/90 --> there is no seen difference between these two because even if you do put in dxlevel 91 it will automatically set it to dxlevel 90. To switch to DirectX 9, in your library section, right click on TF2 to open the context menu and click on "Properties". Reinstall TF2 after wiping it completely (delete local files and the install folder) #1. I tried the ingame settings and nothing works. Althoug i prefer dx level 90 and 800x600 res, relatively no lag, any lag is server side, and stil pretty good gami -dxlevel <level> : Forces a specific DirectX version when launching the game. Any help on this? • Right-click on TF2 under the Library in Steam and select Properties. So when I launch TF2 it resets the mouse sensitivity and controls bound back to default and the texts boxes appear as if I had just installed the game. As such you get higher frame rates, but your game becomes more unstable and likely get worse frame pacing. I just want to know if anyone has any really good tips/tricks to making DXlevel. it really depends, I have a 660ti and I consider that to be a. Scootis McPootis Apr 5, 2014 @ 12:13pm. Right-click Team Fortress 2 in your Steam library and click Properties…. if you help me i will offer a free back massage. Originally posted by Ding: Originally posted by Yuriko Omega TR: Just wanted to make sure everyone else out there knows about it (I know it was posted before). Scarcely Lethal kho. (also known as "dxlevel 95") for TF2 Classic. -dxlevel 98: Qualidade incrível, mas muita perda de FPS para PC'S fracos. Type "mat_phong 0" into your in-game console or put it in the config for TF2. Dxlevel 81. This subreddit is dedicated to Team Fortress 2, created by Valve Corporation in 2007. First off yes, I did remove the -dxlevel 81 from the launch options but sometimes. 0 (Higher Quality)-dxlevel 90 = Directx 9. Originally posted by xd: Originally posted by OLDMAN: -dxlevel 90. If you decide to use any "-dxlevel" below 90, it's already turned off, so to speak. 100 - dxlevel 95 with unrestricted GPU feature level support (DX10 card support) stop being a smartass, dx 98 actually gives better framerate coz of the difference between the way it handles particles. Type these in launch options one at a time: delete-dxlevel 81. Level to 9. tf is back after five years away 3 LAN Downunder 2023 viewer's guide 1 A new NTF2CL takes place this weekend 10 NOOBPANZER II: The Re-Panzering 10 2017 called, SVIFT are back 6 /for. Oh, and I've run Source games before. 34 fps ( 4. It provides a stable DirectX API that works better for and towards modern hardware, which gives stable frametimes as a result. Introduction. Oh yeah, but Dxlevel give more fps than dxlevel 90 #4. While playing TF2 open your settings then video then advanced. [deleted] • 9 yr. The highest dx level that can be set is -dxlevel 98. 198 seconds 216. Once you have that open, you're then going to type in "-dxlevel 81", with the hyphen (-) and all. #9. I'm lost. ago. dxlevel 95 = could help fps compared to 91, could hurt, depends on your gpu (the default also) dxlevel 98 = highest quality but only a bit better than 90/95 with a lot less fps. [deleted] • 3 yr. I just got the Crusader’s Crossbow and want to main Medic, tell me important. This is useful if your graphics hardware is older, and gets significantly better performance in an earlier version of DirectX. Being one of the most. 213 seconds 235. putnamehere3145 14 years ago #6 ^That only helps with performance, not loading. From my understanding of it, the Source engine on Linux and Mac environments still thinks it's making DirectX calls -- Valve have made a library that sits in the middle and translates these to OpenGL. for DirectX 8. 18 Frags – +. check your current dxlevel with mat_dxlevel. check your current dxlevel with mat_dxlevel. If still like that : switch to directX 8. tf is back after five years away 3 LAN Downunder 2023 viewer's guide 1 A new NTF2CL takes place this weekend 10 NOOBPANZER II: The Re-Panzering 10 2017 called, SVIFT are back 6 /for fence bare their fangs 5 -dxlevel 81 sets the game's renderer to use the DirectX 8. 1 Answer. when I used an 'optive mastercomfig module' from. Here are the results: Default TF2 on my PC: ~55-80 FPS when in combat, ~55 FPS when spectating this spot in a pub match with no combat visible. kDex Jul 6, 2014 @ 5:36pm. E for 1080p -w 1920 -h 1080). You can do this by right clicking on Team Fortress 2 in your game library. Open your Steam App. I was having this issue too, a method dat worked for me was: -Go to control panel; -System; -Device Manager; -Find Video Adapter; -Select your GPU and unninstal it's driver (before doing that, download the version on it's oficial site, nvidia or amd); -Reboot your computer and install the driver you downloaded; also make sure when you save it, you include the ". switch back to directX 9. 56 fps (10. In the window that appears, under Launch Options, remove anything that’s in there and paste-novid-nojoy-nosteamcontroller-nohltv-particles 1. ) But it's all broken now. However, you will not get a smaller screen around the side using these two. dxlevel 90 = less fps but higher quality graphics. Remember results may be better or worse on your own. Members Online. Maximum supported values are 95 (98 in and 100 in Source Filmmaker). Because when I want the Payload or car. 35 fps ( 4. #4. -dxlevel 80. -dxlevel <level> - Forces a specific DirectX version when launching the game. ago. Team Fortress 2 (TF2) resulta ser un videojuego que no pide muchos requisitos para varias computadoras, pero hay algunas computadoras que no pueden correr el TF2 a la perfección, haciéndo que el jugador no disfrute de lo que es TF2 por completo. no swearing(i just typed it cuz i was in hurry so apologies for that) 2. In the window that pops up, type in -dxlevel 90 (or -dxlevel 98, though I don't know whether that gives extra eye candy or not), click OK. 2639 frames 28. Otherwise the performance is comparable. Other than that, ¯\ (°_o)/¯. Hello, I was experiencing lag before on TF2 and CS:GO (turns out my computer needed a restart). Originally posted by xd: Originally posted by OLDMAN: -dxlevel 90. It requires DirectX 9. 626 fps variability I will cap it at 144 fps this is cap off Just use dxlevel 95 with mat_phong 0, mat_specular 0, and mat_bumpmap 0. A Team Fortress 2 (TF2) Tutorial in the Other/Misc category, submitted by TheDark. Which one will work for TF2 that allows skins and isn't 90? DX Levels-dxlevel 91-dxlevel 80, -dxlevel 81, -dxlevel 90, -dxlevel 91, -dxlevel 95, -dxlevel 98 if you can use -dxlevel 81 USE IT your fps will be significantly more stable, some Nvidia users may experience a weird strobing effect (some series of outdated nvidia drivers remove this affectIt does not exist for TF2. cfg'. 510 seconds 92. type -dxlevel 90 in console and there u have it. i have a average laptop and bad internet, so when i play tf2 i lower my setting down for a better FSP rate. Click on launch options, type "-dxlevel 98" (without quotes, don't forget the -), hit ok. 3. yes try that. Play at native resolution if at all possible. dxlevel <level> - Forces a specific DirectX version when launching the game. acoustic mayonnaise Dec 26, 2015 @ 11:34am. Dolce & Banana Feb 2, 2016 @ 4:00am. Usually when starting up TF2 I would on the developers console and type mat_dxlevel 81. -dxlevel ## Will force a DirectX. TLDR; Max level was previously LVL 150, now it is LVL 150, Tier 8. Lots of Source's graphical effects were built with DirectX 9 in mind (stuff like. Because the -dxlevel setting changes what features/whatever of DirectX are used, and the system still thinks it's using DirectX, then it still. cfg'. autoexec is best place to store commands like this. Yeah video settings won't save with a -dxlevel option. tadek_boruta • 5 yr. Remove "-dxlevel 81" from your launch options. Community News tf2pickup. This is useful if your graphics hardware is older, and gets significantly better performance in an earlier version of DirectX. 1. That's the game going from essentially unplayable to mostly smooth. Drawdown. I tried it in the past and it worked, but I tried it recently and it just crashed everytime I joined a game. Feb 2, 2016 @ 4:01am Originally posted by Yuki Usagi: Set launch properties > -dxlevel 90. #5. r/tf2. This subreddit is dedicated to Team Fortress 2, created by Valve Corporation in 2007. launch tf2, then close it. cl_ragdoll_forcefade 1. cfg in a text editor of your choice. Then, go to console and type mat_phong 1 and mat_specular 1. Just to clear things up: 1. Then enter the following: -dxlevel 90. All trademarks are property of their respective owners in the US and other countries. That’s not it. First off yes, I did remove the -dxlevel 81 from the launch options but sometimes. And sure, I’m just a mid-grade pubber, but this was insane. Same happened to me. Firstly, my computer is a 3 year old hunk of crap with an intel i3 core and an intergrated graphics card, so I can't run tf2 with decent settings on -dxlevel 90 without low fps. dxlevel 90 = less fps but higher quality graphics. One of the most probable causes of the Team Fortress 2 (TF2) freezing issue is your internet connection. After nine years in development, hopefully it was worth the wait. Back in 2007, the Wii was still in its prime, the GeForce FX5500 was a good card, and the future of PC gaming was Games for Windows – LIVE. you can also use command in game "mat_dxlevel" 80, 90 or whatever. Does anyone have any thoughts about when DX 10 and 11 support may exist? 2. I'm not a mod but r/TF2 and r/TF2fashionadvice has been FLOODED with "can you name my weapon. Important:Please note that this has nothing to do with changing the Direct3D. When in the main menu: host_writeconfig to generate a new config. For some reason my Pc handles good on High performance. There are some files called "dxsupport" and I wanted to know if there is a way to enable support for dxlevel 70 or below. I switched my dxlevel down to 80 to see how it'd run on my computer and now id like to change it back so I'd be able to see my skins, upon switching it back to 90 and booting up my game, I can no longer see my skins even though it's on dxlevel 90. #5. If you want to change it, you need to put -dxlevel ** on your launch options, and after the first time you launch tf2 with those settings, you can remove it from your launch options. Default Sep 1, 2016 @ 9:08am. 34 fps ( 4. Not available since Left 4 Dead engine branch. Hypno-Eyes (Shining) with white paint 3. TF2 x10, also known as Team Fortress 20, is a SourceMod plugin and server modification for Team Fortress 2. Go to Library>Right click on TF2> Properties> Launch Options (Could be called something else) Add -dxlevel 90 to the end of it (or add it) Launch TF2 and tell me if it worked. 1 API. Showing 1 -. Open up dxsupport. Theres a website called cfg. -dxlevel 95 // Higher quality. As such, the game runs like shit. and the comments MOSTLY say that the person is. -dxlevel 95: Aumento de gráfico, o mesmo que o dxlevel 90, só muda o gráfico e claro, menos FPS. Below is a screenshot with "mat_phong 0" and the other two unchanged: As you can see, the Solider looks a bit darker, but a bit. 878 fps variability-dxlevel 98 HHL 2639 frames 13. right click on team fortress 2 and then "properties" 3. < 1 2 >. . Hooray for squares! -DX80 is the same as DX70, but with real particles. On the build 1. . Firstly, my computer is a 3 year old hunk of crap with an intel i3 core and an intergrated graphics card, so I can't run tf2 with decent settings on -dxlevel 90 without low fps. That's the game going from essentially unplayable to mostly smooth. For Windows Vista settings should be similar albeit named slightly different. all the lighting will dissapear and water will be white. I mean since it’s a drastic change it should be done when other graphical cha. This subreddit is dedicated to Team Fortress 2, created by Valve Corporation in 2007. 2. If it persists look at the custom cfg or the nvidia control panel. TF2 can run many Direct-X version ( Dx 9. dxlevel 90 = less fps but higher quality graphics. • 13 yr. What is Dxlevel TF2? dxlevel 81 = almost just as good for fps but a lot more stable. 20 ms/f) 19. My specs. change your resolution in settings. Upcoming Events ETF2L 6v6 Summer 2023 Div4 Grand Finals: Aware vs. HyperRyun 13 years ago #2. DX8 should definitely give better fps in most cases, though, but sometimes the older configs that some players use clash with the changes within TF2's code and actually cause worse or similarly bad performance than playing in DX9 and higher settings. // To get dxlevel 90 put -dxlevel 90 in your TF2 launch options (Right-click Team Fortress 2 -> Properties -> Set launch options. Date Posted: Feb 1, 2018 @ 6:10am. Members Online. Put your config on low, cycle through the DXlevels until you find the one with the best FPS, and go from there (do note that you need to remove the DXlevel command in your config. 5. ago. I am currently running dxlevel 81 in my launch options and it has greatly improved fps for my game. Set launch properties > -dxlevel 90 Remove it after. right click on hl2. Delete -dxlevel 81 and replace with this in launch options if you don't like the look of DirectX 8. Right click on Start > Device Manager > Find your graphics card and double click on it > Driver > Update driver. . 8 GHzMotherboard: MSI MAG. 25. If you don't know then its not your problem I guess. I have some tf2 benchmark On my system. These are just general guidelines. There's not really much changes between -dxlevel 80 & -dxlevel 81. All help is appreciated. -novid : disables Valve startup logo, saves time. My shitty laptop used to have its framerate almost exactly doubled by leaving -dxlevel 81 in launch options instead of taking it out after the 1st launch. I removed dxlevel 81 from the launch options but I still got that message. This is a quick question I had; is it bad to have a low config and a low dxlevel at the same time? I feel like it runs worse tbh, and I'm on a laptop that doesn't run tf2 THAT great. TF2 custom config generator 2. 086 fps variability. Originally posted by FishyMcMackerel: use configs,my dude. yammed up. We need to make a tourney where people fight while like this. 086 fps variability. But once I remove that command in the launch options, the game resets. r/TF2fashionadvice. OLDMAN🎅 Mar 21, 2017 @ 11:21am. When I go to dxlevel 91 it works fine, but I like to get good frames so I need to find some sort of fix. Panface - "I hate snipers so much" 23:51, 30 August 2021 (UTC) Clean up "Timed Actions" section. cfg" in the name. it crashes when I am on valve servers or when Im trying to practice speed pogos. 626 fps variability I will cap it at 144 fps this is cap off-Using the dxlevel commands on the launch options PLEASE.