Vanilla Shader

In this version, maintaining a high FPS was somewhat sidelined to focus on adjustments that could enhance the shader's immersion. The idea is to create moodier lighting, making shadows more impactful on gameplay, and making nights feel more like night itself. I aimed for a dark, night-time feel; without light or light sources, it's very difficult to see. Moonlight illuminates, but not as much anymore. I also tried to add more depth to the shadows of the trees and create a smoother contrast between light and darkness.

What this shader does

• Improves global lighting and light accumulation for more natural shadows and highlights.
• Tweaks colors and contrast so sky, water, and foliage feel richer.
• Adds light post-processing .
• Designed for solid performance on mid-range hardware by keeping effects lightweight.