AHA - Arctic Haze Ambiance for Skyrim SE Utilizes multiple Look-Up Tables (LUTs) to achieve a variety of color grading effects, enhancing the overall visual quality and depth of the Adds dynamic fog effects that change with the environment, creating a sense of mystery and depth. Perfect for enhancing the immersive 3. Clarity and Lumasharpen: Improves image clarity and sharpens details, making textures appear more defined and crisp without overdoing it. 4. FakeHDR: Simulates High Dynamic Range lighting to enhance the contrast and vibrancy of the game’s visuals, making scenes look more vivid and 5. HSLshift: Adjusts the Hue, Saturation, and Lightness of the game’s colors to create a unique and cohesive color palette that matches the frosty
Welcome to AHA- ReShade, a preset designed to enhance your Skyrim Special Edition experience by adding a frosty, foggy ambiance perfect for those seeking a more immersive and cinematic adventure. This preset turns skyrim into a visually
stunning and immersive world.
Features:1. MultiLUT Shaders:
2. Adaptive Fog:
atmosphere of Skyrim’s cold, harsh landscapes.
realistic.
ambiance.
6. CinematicDOF:
Adds a depth of field effect to create a cinematic feel, making the game’s visuals more immersive without overwhelming the scene.
7. Film Grain:
Adds a subtle layer of film grain to the visuals, enhancing the cinematic quality and giving the game a slightly gritty, realistic texture.
8. PPFX SSDO (Screen-Space Directional Occlusion):
Enhances shadows and lighting effects by simulating realistic ambient occlusion, adding depth and realism to the game’s environments.
9. Ambient Light:
Adds soft ambient lighting effects to improve the overall lighting quality, creating a more natural and immersive environment.
10. Adaptive Tonemapper:
Adjusts the tone mapping dynamically based on the scene, ensuring that lighting and colors remain consistent and visually appealing in
different environments.
11. Monocular Cues:
Enhances depth perception by adjusting visual cues that simulate depth, making the game’s world feel more three-dimensional and
immersive.
12. Color and Saturation Control:
LiftGammaGain: Adjusts the shadows, midtones, and highlights to balance the overall brightness and contrast.
ColorMatrix: Fine-tunes the color balance to achieve the desired look.
13. DPX:
Adds cinematic color grading effects to enhance the overall visual aesthetic.
14. PD80_Bloom:
Enhances lighting by adding a soft, dreamy glow around bright areas, contributing to a more atmospheric and ethereal visual experience 15. Border
Provides a movie-like visual feel
16. and more...
(toggle letterboxing by pressing key "B" or assign a custom key via Reshade menu)
(toggle CinematicDOF by pressing key "V" or assign a custom key via Reshade menu)
(Activate/deactivate ReShade shaders by pressing key "G" or assign a custom key via Reshade menu)
Recommended mods to use alongside AHA (links):1.Frostfall - Hypothermia Camping Survival:
This mod adds a hypothermia system, requiring players to manage their exposure to the cold. It also introduces camping
mechanics, which fits perfectly with a cold, foggy Skyrim environment.
2. Campfire - Complete Camping System (Supports Skyrim VR):
A companion mod to Frostfall, Campfire allows players to set up campsites with various items, skills, and perks. It adds to the immersion
by letting players build and manage their own camps.
3. iNeed- Food Water and Sleep:
This mod introduces hunger, thirst, and fatigue mechanics. Players need to eat, drink, and rest regularly, adding a survival layer to the
game.
4. Wet and Cold SE:
Wet and Cold adds various weather-related effects, such as breath mist, wetness, and snow buildup on the player and NPCs. It increases
6. Last Seed:
Last Seed aims to provide a comprehensive and immersive survival experience.7. Survival Mode (Creation Club):
Bethesda’s official Survival Mode adds hunger, fatigue, and warmth mechanics to
the game, along with other survival elements like no fast travel.
Installation:
1. Download and Install ReShade:
- Visit ReShade´s official website and download the latest version.
- Run the installer and select your game´s executable
- Choose the appropriate rendering API, Direct3D 10/11/12 for Skyrim SE
2. Add Preset Files:
- Download the AHA - Preset File
- Extract the File-Archive into the game directory (where the .exe is located)
3. Read the quick guide on Depth Buffer at Marty´s Mods.
(Turn on DisplayDepth in the ReShade menu - should be on top of the shader´s list - to adjust settings if needed)
Compatibility:
- Games: AHA was designed to work with Skyrim SE in mind. No other games has been tested yet.
- Systems: Compatible with Windows OS. Ensure your graphics drivers are up to date for the best performance.
- Mods: Generally compatible with most mods, but certain mods altering lighting or color settings might conflict. Test and adjust settings as necessary.
Troubleshooting:
AHA - ReShade Preset has been created and tested on: CPU: Ryzen 7 2700x, GPU: AMD Radeon rx550 2GB, 16GB Ram, Windows 10
Following FPS has been ascertained based on a Resolution of 1600x900 : ~ 10FPS (you need a far better GPU than the rx550)
- Performance Issues: If you experience too heavy FPS drops, try disabling some effects in the ReShade menu.
- Visual Artifacts: Ensure no other graphical mods conflict with the preset. Adjust settings in the ReShade menu if necessary.
- ReShade Not Working: Double-check the installation steps and ensure all files are placed correctly. Make
sure you´ve selected the correct rendering API during ReShade
installation.
Uninstallation:Remove Files: Delete the ReShade files (ReShade.ini, AHA_v1a.ini, dxgi.dll or d3d11.dll and the reshade-shaders/AHA_v1a ReShade folder)
With AHA-ReShade, you can experience Skyrim in a whole new light.
Whether you’re exploring the snowy tundras or delving into dark dungeons
This preset will immerse you in a chilling, atmospheric wilderness that enhances the game's beauty and depth.
Enjoy your adventure in this transformed, frosty and foggy world!
