Get the best visual experience possible with our guide on whether to choose Performance or Quality mode when playing Lies of P.

First Published September 19, 2023, 08:05

If there's one element of Neowiz's latest release, Lies of P, that a massive portion of its fanbase agrees on, it's undeniably the game's stunning visual design and high graphical quality. Nevertheless, when faced with a game that boasts such impressive visuals, many players might find themselves pondering two key questions: does the game put significant demands on their gaming rig, and more crucially, should they opt for the Performance mode or Quality mode when launching it for the first time?

Certainly, you could opt for the trial-and-error approach, testing both modes to determine which suits your preferences best. However, this could involve the time-consuming process of benchmarking and frequently switching between modes. To assist you in making a well-informed decision, we will explore how to achieve optimal performance in "Lies of P" and help you decide whether Performance or Quality mode is the right choice for your gaming experience.

Lies of P Performance Vs. Quality Mode

First, let's break down this discussion into the two purchasing options available for Lies of P: Console and PC. For console players, specifically those on PS5 or Xbox Series X, the ideal choice in terms of graphics mode is the Performance mode, referred to as the "Performance-centered mode." This mode prioritizes optimizing frame rates over achieving the highest resolution.

The reason behind this recommendation is that when navigating the city of Krat and engaging in combat, the targeted 60 frames per second (FPS) in Performance mode significantly enhances the overall gameplay experience. Moreover, the higher frame rate in Performance mode provides players with improved control and precision, as smoother enemy movements enable better timing for dodging or executing a Perfect Guard.

However, it's worth noting that Performance mode does come with some sacrifices, such as reduced reflections, shadows, and terrain detail levels. On the other hand, when it comes to the PS4 and Xbox One platforms, there is only one graphics mode available, with frame rates varying between 50 FPS on the PS4 Pro and 40 FPS on the Xbox One, respectively.

Moving on to the PC version, the good news is that you won't need to make significant adjustments, as the game appears to be exceptionally well-optimized based on our observations. On PC, Lies of P can provide a superior graphical experience compared to the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, especially when running at the highest Quality mode settings. This results in frame rates ranging from a minimum of 66 FPS for those with older GPUs to an impressive 322 FPS for those with high-end graphics cards like the RTX 4090.

In summary, Lies of P is among the best-optimized PC games of 2023. The game runs smoothly on a wide range of PC configurations in Quality mode and can be further fine-tuned by adjusting settings such as DLSS and FSR or by lowering the resolution. Ultimately, the Quality setting is recommended for PCs, while the Performance setting is ideal for consoles. Of course, players are encouraged to experiment with these settings to find the configuration that suits their preferences best.

Written by Shane Moosa

Shane started his career as a freelance writer for Gamezo while working full-time as a software developer. You can often find Shane trying his hand at no-hit runs of Souls Games such as Elden Ring and Dark Souls 3 (and being quite unsuccessful). To relax, Shane will often boot up sessions of Overwatch 2 or Hunt: Showdown, but his interests are spread across various games, from AAA titles (He loved the Dead Space Remake and RE4 Remake) to indies such as Hollow Knight, Celeste, and Hades. Shane is always willing to try new games though, so feel free to drop him an email with what you think he should check out next.

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