Lighting for performance

[venkman781]

I use Dxtory to cap at 40fps, with no probs. Makes everything feel smoother, and removes mouse lag. I wouldn't be without it.

 

Thanks Monty. I'll try that. I'm getting the classic splashing effect and other odd physics glitches when maxing out my refresh rate.

[stoppingby4now]

It's all those XP users that are bringing us down. DirectX12 will be out with Windows 8, and 98% of the games are still primarily developed against DirectX9.

[MontyMM]

That and the xbox. But don't get me started on everything being designed for seven year-old hardware. I remember when you had to have a shiny new PC to play the best stuff. I haven't upgraded for years, and I don't think I'm missing much.

[stoppingby4now]

I think it comes down to laziness. I've seen games support multiple versions of DirectX (9 & 10) and do a good job at it, but it certainly is easier to pick one target and stick with it.