What is Underground Redux?
Underground Redux is a graphics mod created by AMTxDRxRL, a YouTube user and modder. It is based on Reshade and Texmod, two tools that allow you to modify the graphics of any game. Underground Redux changes the appearance of Need for Speed: Underground by adding new features such as:
High-resolution textures for cars, roads, buildings, and environments
Realistic reflections and shadows
Dynamic weather and time of day
Better color correction and contrast
Improved anti-aliasing and depth of field
And more!
Underground Redux also improves the performance of Need for Speed: Underground by optimizing the game engine and fixing some bugs and glitches. It makes the game run smoother and faster on modern PCs.
How to Install Underground Redux?
To install Underground Redux, you will need to have Need for Speed: Underground installed on your PC. You will also need to download Reshade and Texmod, the tools that Underground Redux uses to modify the game graphics. You can find the download links for these tools in the description of AMTxDRxRL's YouTube video. You will also need to download the Underground Redux mod files from the same video.
Once you have downloaded all the files, follow these steps to install Underground Redux:
Extract the Reshade files to your Need for Speed: Underground folder.
Run Reshade.exe and select speed.exe as the game executable.
Select Direct3D 9 as the rendering API and click OK.
Select all the effects that you want to use and click OK.
Extract the Texmod files to your Need for Speed: Underground folder.
Run Texmod.exe and click on the folder icon next to Target Application.
Select speed.exe as the target application and click Open.
Click on the folder icon next to Package Mode.
Select NFSU-Redux.tpf as the package file and click Open.
Click Run to launch Need for Speed: Underground with Underground Redux enabled.
How to Use Underground Redux?
To use Underground Redux, you just need to play Need for Speed: Underground as usual. You will notice that the graphics are much improved and realistic. You can also customize some settings of Underground Redux by pressing Shift+F2 while playing. This will open the Reshade menu, where you can enable or disable different effects, adjust their parameters, or load different presets. You can also save your own presets by clicking on the plus icon next to Preset Name.
Conclusion
Underground Redux is a graphics mod that enhances the visuals and performance of Need for Speed: Underground. It makes the game look more realistic and immersive, while also fixing some issues and bugs. If you are a fan of Need for Speed: Underground, you should definitely try this mod and enjoy this classic game in 2023. To download Underground Redux, visit AMTxDRxRL's YouTube video and follow the instructions in this article.
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