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The Division 2: Essential Game Settings Optimization Guide for New and Returning PlayersThis guide introduces key settings for the best gameplay experience in The Division 2. From character appearance to combat and UI settings, and even control improvements, discover various tips to enjoy the game more comfortably. Use this guide to create your optimal environment and maximize your agent's abilities as you navigate Washington D.C.
1. 🎮 Inventory and Convenience Settings
· When starting a new game, the first thing to do is optimize your settings for the best gameplay experience.
· This section covers gameplay-related settings applicable across all platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, in addition to graphics settings.
· This section covers gameplay-related settings applicable across all platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, in addition to graphics settings.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Specialization Weapon Display | Turning off the display of specialization weapons on your backpack allows for a cleaner appearance. (Inventory > Options > Signature Weapon Display: Off) |
| Always Show Mask | You can always display the mask equipped in your gear slot. You can change to various masks through the appearance mode. (Inventory > Options > Always Show Mask: On) |
| Auto-Dismantle Skill Mods | Automatically dismantles lower-grade skill mods of the same type to obtain Printer Filament and clear inventory space. The default is 'Off', so it's recommended to change it to 'On'. (Inventory > Mods > Auto-Dismantle Skill Mods: On) |
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1. 🎮 Inventory and Convenience Settings
· When starting a new game, the first thing to do is optimize your settings for the best gameplay experience.
· This section covers gameplay-related settings applicable across all platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, in addition to graphics settings.
· This section covers gameplay-related settings applicable across all platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, in addition to graphics settings.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Specialization Weapon Display | Turning off the display of specialization weapons on your backpack allows for a cleaner appearance. (Inventory > Options > Signature Weapon Display: Off) |
| Always Show Mask | You can always display the mask equipped in your gear slot. You can change to various masks through the appearance mode. (Inventory > Options > Always Show Mask: On) |
| Auto-Dismantle Skill Mods | Automatically dismantles lower-grade skill mods of the same type to obtain Printer Filament and clear inventory space. The default is 'Off', so it's recommended to change it to 'On'. (Inventory > Mods > Auto-Dismantle Skill Mods: On) |
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2. ✨ UI and Visual Feedback Settings
· You can adjust the in-game User Interface (UI) to your personal preferences to efficiently manage visual information.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Combat Text Scroll | Set damage numbers to display as 'Floating' next to your weapon for intuitive understanding of combat situations. (Default is 2D) |
| Raid Speedrun UI | Measures time for each raid segment, useful for speedruns. |
| Active Talents Above Crosshair | Active talent icons are displayed above the crosshair, allowing you to easily check currently applied effects. (Default 'On') |
| Loot Beam Display | Turning off the loot beam that appears when acquiring loot allows for more immersive gameplay. |
| Group Member Names | Displays group members' names and status in the full UI. (Default) |
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3. 🕹️ Control Settings for Improved Handling
· Enhance gameplay by adjusting control settings to improve character handling convenience and accuracy.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 180-Degree Sprinter Turret | Recommended to set 'On' for controller users, and 'Off' for mouse and keyboard users. Mouse and keyboard movement is fast, which can cause the turret to rotate too quickly. |
| Auto Camera Centering | Set to 'Off' to allow direct control over camera perspective. |
| Auto Run Activation | Useful if you don't use 'Press Run Button'. If 'Press Run Button' is used, this setting is ignored. |
| Parkour Mode During Gameplay | Recommended to set 'Off'. This prevents unwanted situations, such as automatically performing parkour actions and vaulting over cover when trying to enter it, increasing character control. |
| Parkour Mode During Auto Run | If using auto-run, setting this to 'On' is convenient for traversing the map. |
| Exit Cover by Movement | Recommended to set 'On'. Moving while in cover automatically exits cover, allowing free movement without additional button input. |
| Move Around Corners by Button Press | Recommended to set 'Off'. This allows smooth movement around corners while in cover without additional button input. |
| Corner Movement Speed | Set to 'Fast' to enable quick movement. |
| Sprint Toggle | Setting to 'On' is convenient for PvE-focused play, but for PvP, it's better to set it to 'Off' for complete character control. |
| Combat Roll with Movement Keys | Recommended to set 'Off'. Perform combat rolls with the spacebar (or corresponding button) to prevent unwanted rolls. |
| Aim Hold (Mouse/Gamepad) | Recommended to set 'On'. This maintains aim only while the aim button is held down, allowing for more precise control. |
| Aim Assist (Gamepad) | Recommended to set 'On' for controller users. |
| Cancel Skill on Aim | Recommended to set 'On'. Aiming while using a skill will cancel the skill, preventing unnecessary skill consumption. |
| Hold to Enter Cover | Recommended to set 'Off'. This allows you to enter cover with a single button press, enabling quicker reactions. |
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4. ⚙️ Gameplay and Advanced Visual Settings
· These are advanced settings to enhance your gameplay experience and personalize visual elements.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fog Blur Effect (PC Only) | Recommended to set 'Off'. This prevents distant vision from blurring, providing a clearer screen. |
| Vault/Cover Indicator Display | Experienced players can set this to 'Off' to keep the UI clean. Beginners can set it to 'On' for assistance. |
| Receive Call for Backup | Sets whether to hear other players' calls for backup. |
| Auto-Hide HUD | Recommended to set 'On'. This hides the HUD when not in combat, providing a cleaner and more immersive screen. |
| Hints | Experienced players can set this to 'Off' to remove repetitive hint messages. |
| Damage Number Display | Recommended to set 'On'. Visually confirm damage dealt to increase combat efficiency. 'Off' is also an option for immersion. |
| Radar | Setting to 'Off' can increase immersion, but it's generally kept 'On' for tactical awareness. |
| Player Level Display | Set to 'Off' to keep the UI clean and hide Dark Zone rank and XP bar. |
| Chat Window Display | You can customize 'On/Off' and the information to be displayed. |
| Menu Glitch Effect | Set to 'On'. |
| Auto Group Replenishment | Setting to 'On' automatically replenishes disconnected players during matchmaking. |
| Display Skills in Group Frame | Highly recommended to set 'On'. This allows you to see the skills used by group members, optimizing teamwork. |
| Exit Photo Mode on Damage | Recommended to set 'On'. If you take damage while in photo mode, it automatically exits to prevent death. |
| Display Skill Cooldown Numbers | Recommended to set 'On'. This allows you to accurately see skill cooldowns as numbers. |
| GPS Line | Sets whether to display the GPS line to the destination marked on the map. Setting to 'Off' cleans up the UI. |
| Additional Field of View (FOV) | Recommended to set to maximum. This provides a wider field of view and gives the visual effect of your character moving faster. |
| Activate Signature Weapon Swap Effect | Recommended to set 'Off'. This removes unnecessary visual effects. |
| Motion Sickness Mode | If you experience motion sickness or want to reduce screen blur, you can try setting this to 'On'. |
| HUD Tutorial | Beginners can set to 'On', while experienced players can set to 'Off' to remove unnecessary tutorial messages. |