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HOW TO INCREASE FPS IN OLD PATCHES OF DOTA 2?

Table of contents

  1. Method 1: Borderless window mode
  2. Method 2: Launch options
  3. Method 3: Deleting folders panorama and itembuilds

Method 1: Borderless window mode

To improve game performance, it is recommended to use the borderless window mode in the graphics settings. This can help reduce lag and improve the overall smoothness of the game.

Dota 2 Graphics settings

Method 2: Launch options

Using the following launch options can also have a positive effect on performance:

⁠-⁠novid ⁠-⁠noaafonts ⁠-⁠high +dota_embers 0 +engine_no_focus_sleep ⁠-⁠threads 4 +fps_max 0 +r_rootlod 2 +r_shadowrendertotexture 0 ⁠-⁠map dota ⁠-⁠prewarm ⁠-⁠nojoy ⁠-⁠novr ⁠-⁠noipx ⁠-⁠console ⁠-⁠useforcedmparms ⁠-⁠allow_third_party_software ⁠-⁠map dota

You can learn how to set the launch options here: HOW TO SET LAUNCH OPTIONS?

Method 3: Deleting folders panorama and itembuilds

If the previous methods did not help, you can try to delete the panorama and itembuilds folders, which are located at: ../dota 2 beta/game/dota

Please note: this method interferes with the game files and may lead to unstable operation. It is recommended only for the most severe cases. Use it at your own risk.
Dota 2 panorama folder
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