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Enshrouded

You are Flameborn, last ember of hope of a dying race. Awaken, survive the terror of a corrupting fog, and reclaim the lost beauty of your kingdom. Venture into a vast world, vanquish punishing bosses, build grand halls and forge your path in this co-op survival action RPG for up to 16 players.

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STATUS REPORT
Status: 🟡 Problems / Workaround Available | ProtonDB: GOLD

Tweaks & Tricks

FIX CRASH
Enshrouded is experiencing occasional crashes when hosting at Max Quality.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: %command% -windowed
SPEED UP SHADERS
In Enshrouded, shader loading may initially take up to an hour upon starting the game or post-update, but subsequent launches typically complete within 1-5 minutes.
FIX
  • To optimize shader loading, ensure your graphics drivers are updated.
  • Use a tool like Shader Cache Manager (SCM) to pre-cache shaders before starting Enshrouded.
  • Add the following to your launch options: %command%
VEILED
Enshrouded is currently experiencing performance issues, maintaining less than 20 frames per second even with default settings at 1280p.
FIX
  • Set the graphics quality to low.
  • Set the resolution to 768p.
  • Disable all post-processing effects.
  • Add the following to your launch options: %command%
VEILED
Enshrouded is playable but severely underperforms on Steam Deck, struggling to maintain consistent frame rates even with significant graphical compromises.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options:
  • PROTON_ENABLE_NVAPI=1 PROTON_DLSS_UPGRADE=1 __GL_SHADER_DISK_CACHE_SKIP_CLEANUP=1 gamemoderun %command%
MORE INFORMATION
You can find more detailed reports and user experiences for Enshrouded on the official ProtonDB page.

Verdict

VERDICT

Enshrouded is an atmospheric, first-person exploration game set in a mysterious, fog-laden world. It’s a Gold-tier experience that masterfully blends storytelling and puzzle-solving, creating a captivating, immersive journey. The game’s strength lies in its ability to evoke emotion through subtle narrative cues and stunning visuals. However, it may not be everyone’s cup of tea due to its slow pace and lack of traditional gameplay mechanics.

Buy: If you’re a fan of atmospheric, story-driven experiences with a focus on exploration and puzzle-solving, Enshrouded is an excellent choice. It offers a unique, captivating journey that will stay with you long after the credits roll.

Avoid: If you prefer fast-paced action or games with clear objectives and goals, Enshrouded might not be for you. The game’s slow pace and focus on exploration may feel too passive or unclear in direction for some players.