- Halo: Campaign Evolved has officially launched in early access.
- A guide for the best Steam Deck settings has been released, aiming to optimize performance and visual quality.
- The optimal display settings for Steam Deck include using the native 1280x800 resolution at 100% scaling, as lowering it offers minimal performance gain with noticeable image quality loss.
- Setting the frame rate to 30 FPS (both minimum and maximum) improves consistency and reduces stuttering during combat.
- For best performance, select the Very Low quality preset for all graphics options.
- Use the TSR upscaling technique for the best visual quality; FSR and XeSS produce lower quality and more pixelation.
- Disable VSync and Motion Blur to avoid negative performance impacts.
- With these settings, the game achieves over 30 FPS on average, sufficient for most users.
Halo: Campaign Evolved has officially launched in early access, providing players with an opportunity to experience the game ahead of its full release. For those using the Steam Deck, a recommended settings guide has been released to optimize gameplay performance.1
The guide suggests maintaining the Steam Deck's native resolution of 1280 x 800 with 100% resolution scaling. Lowering the internal resolution does not yield significant performance gains and results in a noticeable drop in image quality. To ensure smooth gameplay, players are advised to set both the minimum and maximum frame rate to 30 FPS, which helps maintain consistent frame pacing and reduces fluctuations during combat.349
For graphics settings, the guide recommends using the Very Low preset to achieve the best performance. Additionally, players should utilize TSR upscaling for optimal visual quality, as alternatives like FSR and XeSS tend to produce lower quality visuals with noticeable pixelation. It is also advised to turn off VSync and Motion Blur, as these settings can negatively impact performance.58
With these settings, players can expect the game to run at over 30 FPS on average, providing a satisfactory experience for most users. The settings are designed to strike a balance between image quality and performance, ensuring an enjoyable gaming experience on the Steam Deck.
“The guide recommends using the Steam Deck's native 1280x800 resolution at 100% scaling, setting frame rate to 30 FPS, and selecting the Very Low preset for best performance. TSR upscaling is preferred over FSR and XeSS for superior visual quality.”
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