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guild wars 2 directx 9
Guild Wars 2 originally launched with DirectX 9 support, but over time, ArenaNet has introduced newer API options to improve performance and visuals. Here's what you need to know: Guild Wars 2 & DirectX 9 The game initially ran on DirectX 9, which limited performance, especially in crowded areas. In 2022, ArenaNet added DirectX 11 support, significantly improving frame rates and stability. As of 2024, DirectX 9 is no longer officially supported. The game defaults to DX11, and players must manually enable DX12 (via d912pxy mod) for further improvements. How to Check/Change API in GW2 Launch the game and open Settings (F11). Go to Graphics Options. Under Renderer, you should see: - DirectX 11 (Default, recommended) - (Optional) DirectX 12 (via third-party mods like d912pxy) Performance Differences API Stability FPS CPU/GPU Usage Notes DX9 (Legacy) Unstable Low High CPU load No longer supported DX11 (Default) Stable Better Balanced Best for most players DX12 (Mod) Very Stable Best Optimized Requires manual setup Should You Use DirectX 9? No DX9 is outdated and no longer supported. Use DX11 (default) for best stability. Advanced users can try DX12 via d912pxy for even better performance. How to Force DX9 (Not Recommended) If absolutely needed (e.g., for compatibility testing), you can add -dx9 to the game's command line arguments in the GW2 shortcut properties, but expect crashes and poor performance. Conclusion Stick with DirectX 11 (or DX12 via mods) for the best experience. DX9 is obsolete and may cause issues. Would you like help optimizing GW2 performance further?
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Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
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