Reshade Long Exposure [work] [ Full Version ]
This is an older, "faked" version of the effect from the same author. Unlike RealLongExposure.fx , which waits a set amount of time, LongExposure.fx provides a more continuous, on-the-fly blend of frames, which could be useful for seeing the effect live, but the original author recommends RealLongExposure.fx for its authenticity.
Smooth out choppy in-game water geometry into a silky, glass-like surface.
: Cleaning up "jitter" from TAA or shimmering hair shaders to produce a crisp, high-quality still. Essential Shaders & Tools
To achieve this effect, you typically need specific shaders that support frame accumulation: reshade long exposure
These packages contain the specialized frame-blending and accumulation shaders required for long exposures. Step 2: The Best ReShade Shaders for Long Exposure
Elias reached for the 'Print Screen' key, but his hand froze. The figure on the screen turned its head—a motion that took three years of simulated time but happened in a heartbeat. It wasn't looking at the virtual camera. It was looking through the injector, through the buffer, and straight into the room where Elias sat in the dark.
This slider dictates how long the "shutter" stays open. A lower frame count creates a subtle motion blur (ideal for sports or fast action). A high frame count blends hundreds of frames together, turning chaotic waves into a smooth, glass-like fog. Blend Mode This is an older, "faked" version of the
ReShade long exposure is notoriously finicky. Here is how to fix the three biggest issues.
Perfect for capturing the trails of cars or NPCs while you remain still.
This determines how long the "trail" lasts. : Cleaning up "jitter" from TAA or shimmering
Featured in the portrait‑oriented preset for Red Dead Redemption 2, this shader simulates motion‑blurred light trails while “smoothing out rough edges”. It is designed for screenshot artists and is not intended for real‑time gameplay due to its performance cost and visual impact on UI elements. Alongside other effects like Cinematic DOF and PPIX SSDO, this combination produces painterly, storybook‑style images.
If your long exposure looks like a choppy series of repeating silhouettes rather than a smooth gradient, your game’s frame rate is likely fluctuating. Cap your frame rate using ReShade's built-in FPS limiter or your graphics card control panel to stabilize the frame delivery for a cleaner blend. Conclusion
