Fractal Universe Reshade

A perceptual rendering framework that changes the way players experience space, light, and form. It enhances depth perception, reveals fractal geometry across scales, and dynamically adapts to game engines to produce layered, cinematic visuals in real time.

Fractalverse Reshade

⚠️ **Safety Instructions**

**WARNING: Fractal Universe may temporarily affect depth perception and cognitive clarity. **

All versions - both Core and Lite (post-release) - may cause perceptual fatigue or changes in spatial perception. After prolonged use, users** should avoid driving or operating machinery** until self-assessment of depth perception returns to normal.

In addition to deep fatigue, users may also experience **neuroplastic adaptation** similar to the "Tetris effect". For this mod, that means starting to see fractal patterns in reality. **This shift in perception may be long-term or even permanent**. Not everyone likes seeing fractal patterns everywhere, and it may not be possible to turn off this ability, so it should probably be avoided until further research is completed on this entirely new type of ReShade mod. As the brain reinterprets the world based on the recursive depth and pattern recognition elicited by the modules, once the fractal nature of reality is noticed, it may evolve into an ever-evolving perceptual framework—revealing previously unseen stories, structures, and connections. This is both a gift and a responsibility. Please use with caution.

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✨ Core Functions

• **Macro and Micro Fractalization**: Revealing fractal geometry at multiple scales.
• **Multiple View Perception**: A single frame may unfold into multiple visual realities (in gaming, this effect is enhanced by fast monitor pixel response times), depending on how the brain scans and connects depth cues.
• **Cross-engine dynamic stylization**: Dynamically adapt to different game engines to present unique visual effects.
• **Ambient Light Mining (RadiantGI)**: Enhances ambient lighting effects.
• **Curvature-Based Occlusion (GloomAO)**: Provides more realistic shadows and occlusion.

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🎮 Compatibility Notes

• **Supported API**: DX9, DX10, DX11, DX12.
• *Note: DirectX 9 games may not compile with all effects in the mod, but it may still be compatible with many, if not most, DX9 games. *
• **TESTED GAME**:
• "Resident Evil 4"
• "Company of Heroes 2"
• "Cyberpunk 2077"
• "Devil May Cry 5"
• "Granblue Fantasy: Relink"
• "Horizon: Zero Dawn Complete Edition"
• "Ninja Gaiden 4"
• "Supreme Commander: False Alliance"
• "The Witcher 3"
• **With Graphics Settings**: Fractal Universe is compatible with all graphics settings in all games tested.
• **With DLSS**:
• **DLSS3 frame generation** - especially in *Performance* and *Ultra Performance* modes - can cause **depth map flickering**.
• Games using **DLSS4** are not affected and will work fine with frame generation enabled in any setting.
• **Depth Buffer Issue**: Depth buffer exceptions may occur in some games, especially games running in letterbox mode (not full screen coverage).

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📥 Installation Guide

Please install presets individually for each game as needed. **Don't** share the same `.ini` file between multiple games - due to engine-specific limitations, ReShade's autosave feature may overwrite settings.

• **Place the preset file**: Place the `Fractalverse_v1.0.0.0.ini` file into the **base folder** where the game's main launcher (.exe) is located. The exact location of the `.ini` file can be browsed and selected within the ReShade installer and game application interface.
• **Install ReShade**: Install ReShade 6.6.0 or higher (DX9/DX10/DX11/DX12) for your game. Install **all** ReShade effects (use the "Unselect All -> Select All" button), or use the mod's `.ini` file to add only the necessary ReShade effects.
• **Load Preset**: Start the game and, if necessary, select this preset in the ReShade UI (the default button is the "Home" button).

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