Modder ‘BadassBaboon’ has released a new beta version of his Ray Tracing Mod for Red Dead Redemption 2, Reality Redemption 2. This new version aims to improve its hardware Ray Tracing effects. So, let’s take a closer look at it.
Reality Redemption 2 Beta 2 brings some improvements to the ray-traced reflections. These reflections can now appear on windows, water, and wet ground. This includes puddles, mud, and tar pits.
The mod also brings better ray-traced global illumination (RTGI). It now offers better image quality and runs faster. You can also change how RTGI affects plants and characters. This helps fix a past issue that made them look too bright and colorful. The update also fixes how RTGI reacts to clouds. It should no longer create bright spots when there is no light to bounce.
There are also new tools to make the image look sharper and cleaner. Micro-contrast and geometry sharpening help bring out fine details. The update also adds new TAA history and anti-ghosting options. These settings help reduce the blurry trails that can appear when objects move. They have also been tuned to reduce image smearing right from the start.
Another big change is the addition of custom tonemappers. These let you change the game’s look with just one click. You can choose from several styles, including a hue-preserving version of the game’s own tonemapper, one inspired by Red Dead Redemption, ACES, and AgX. AgX also has three presets. Other choices include looks based on Gran Turismo 7, Unreal Engine 5, and Reinhard-Jodie.
The update also fixes an issue that stopped ray tracing from working for some players. It brings more stability and better performance, too.
All these new features are fully customizable. You can change the number of light bounces, adjust the strength and color of RTGI, and turn each feature on or off. This gives players more control over the game’s lighting, reflections, and overall look.
Those interested can download this latest beta version from here. At the end of the article, you can also find a comparison video between the previous version and the vanilla version of Red Dead Redemption 2. This should give you an idea of the visual changes that hardware Ray Tracing brings to the table.
Speaking of RDR2, here are some other cool mods for it. First up is a mod that introduces a very cool New Game+ Mode. Another mod revamps the interior lighting of buildings. There’s also this mod that adds a Zelda Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom climbing system. For some extra fun, there’s a gameplay mod that allows the player to use NPC-exclusive scenarios. You can also download this mod that adds fully functional cars to the game. Last but not least, there’s a mod that brings support for DLSS Ultra Quality & DLAA to the game, and another mod that allows you to explore Nuevo Paraiso.
And that’s not all. D.R.O (DRAMATIC RAGDOLL OVERHAUL) is a mod that aims to overhaul the game’s physics. For VR gamers, we have this VR Mod that allows you to experience RDR2 in VR. Plus, you can download this mod, which adds some cool The Matrix-like bullet time effects.
Finally, be sure to also check out our Best Red Dead Redemption 2 Mods.
Have fun!
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