Many modern games offer both DirectX 11 and 12 options, and Ready or Not is no exception. This choice can be confusing, especially for less tech-savvy players. While DirectX 12 is newer and potentially offers better performance, DirectX 11 is often considered more stable. So, which is right for you?
Essentially, both DirectX 11 and DirectX 12 act as translators between your computer and the game, facilitating GPU rendering of visuals.
DirectX 11, being older and simpler, is easier for developers to implement. However, it doesn't fully utilize CPU and GPU resources, potentially limiting performance. Its widespread adoption stems from its ease of use.
DirectX 12, the newer option, is more efficient at harnessing CPU and GPU power. It provides developers with extensive optimization tools for enhanced performance. However, its complexity demands more development effort to fully realize its benefits.
Conversely, older systems may experience instability or performance degradation with DirectX 12. For older hardware, DirectX 11's stability is preferable.
In short: Modern systems should use DirectX 12 for potentially better performance; older systems should opt for the stability of DirectX 11.
Related: Complete List of Soft Objectives in Ready or Not
You'll select your rendering mode (DX11 or DX12) when launching the game via Steam. Upon launching Ready or Not, a window will prompt you to choose between DX11 and DX12. Select your preferred mode accordingly (DX12 for newer PCs, DX11 for older ones).
If this window doesn't appear, try this:
-dx11 or -dx12).This concludes the guide on choosing between DirectX 11 and DirectX 12 for Ready or Not.
Ready or Not is currently available for PC.
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