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Far Cry 4 5K screenshot gallery

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By James Snook published 9 April 2015

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Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 1 of 38
Page 1 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 2 of 38
Page 2 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 3 of 38
Page 3 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 4 of 38
Page 4 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 5 of 38
Page 5 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 6 of 38
Page 6 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 7 of 38
Page 7 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 8 of 38
Page 8 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 9 of 38
Page 9 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 10 of 38
Page 10 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 11 of 38
Page 11 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 12 of 38
Page 12 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 13 of 38
Page 13 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 14 of 38
Page 14 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 15 of 38
Page 15 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 16 of 38
Page 16 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 17 of 38
Page 17 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 18 of 38
Page 18 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 19 of 38
Page 19 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 20 of 38
Page 20 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 21 of 38
Page 21 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 22 of 38
Page 22 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 23 of 38
Page 23 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 24 of 38
Page 24 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 25 of 38
Page 25 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 26 of 38
Page 26 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 27 of 38
Page 27 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 28 of 38
Page 28 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 29 of 38
Page 29 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 30 of 38
Page 30 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 31 of 38
Page 31 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 32 of 38
Page 32 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 33 of 38
Page 33 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 34 of 38
Page 34 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 35 of 38
Page 35 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 36 of 38
Page 36 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

Page 37 of 38
Page 37 of 38

Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions. Gallery by James Snook.

Remember to click the image expand icon for a full-size download.

To run Far Cry 4 at 5K, you'd either need a 5K monitor or a 2560x1440 monitor using Nvidia's DSR or AMD's VSR. The best way to improve performance at that resolution is to disable soft shadows (which can cut the frame rate in half). Otherwise, SMAA should be all that's needed for pristine image quality at 5K.

These screenshots were captured using a combination of Cheat Engine (to freeze the game) and the in-game camera to hide the HUD. Cheat Engine can also be used to change the time of day, as well as fly o-clip around the environment.

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