Euro Truck Simulator 2

Euro Truck Simulator 2

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ETS2 Lighting v2 – Install, Setup & Best Config
由 Axiata 制作
This guide shows you how to download, install, and configure SnowyMoon’s Lighting Improvements v2 for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Step-by-step install, recommended settings, and troubleshooting are included. Perfect for anyone who wants realistic lighting without crushed shadows or blown-out skies.

Full credit to SnowyMoon[www.patreon.com] for creating the mod.

LATEST VERSION OF THIS MOD IS NOT FREE!!! - you can download the current version for 1$ from SnowyMoon's patreon.
Older Version of the mod, is FREE TO DOWNLOAD
   
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Download & Requirements
Important Update (2025):
  • The latest version (Lighting Improvements v2) is paid – available on SnowyMoon’s Patreon[www.patreon.com].
  • Older versions (Lighting Improvements v1) are still free to download from https://snowymoon.io/.
  • Other SnowyMoon tools like Temporal Anti-Aliasing v8–v10 remain free.

To Download the Mod

Installation
  1. Go to your ETS2/ATS install folder: ...\Steam\steamapps\common\Euro Truck Simulator 2\bin\win_x64


  2. Copy dxgi.dll and dinput8.dll into the folder.

  3. (Optional) Copy nvngx_dlss.dll if you want DLSS.
  4. Launch ETS2/ATS with DirectX 11.


  5. In-game, press END or CTRL+P to open the Lighting v2 menu.
  6. If using ReShade, make a folder called reshade inside win_x64 and put ReShade files there.
Recommended Config
Colors / Tonemap
  • Pre-Exposure: 0.50
  • Pre-Contrast: 0.13
  • Vibrance: 0.40
  • Shadows: +0.10 (max 0.15)
  • Blacks: 0.00

Rendering / Lighting
  • Interior Lighting: 1.35
  • SSAO: Sharp (use Soft if noisy)

Post-Processing
  • Sharpen: 7/10
  • Sharpen Edges: 6/10
  • Motion Blur: 2/10
Day vs Night Presets
Day Driving:
Pre-Exposure 0.50 | Pre-Contrast 0.13 | Shadows +0.10

Night Driving:
Pre-Exposure 0.35 | Pre-Contrast 0.10 | Vibrance 0.30
Performance Tips
  1. You can set everything else in graphics settings as ultra and then edit as below.
  2. Keep Resolution Scaling at 100%.
  3. Mirrors: Medium for TAA + lighting, Low if FPS drops.
  4. Disable / Turn off in game Anti Aliasing since the mod will handle that.
  5. Disable HDR & NVIDIA Smooth Motion.
  6. For VR, use OpenXR without Toolkit (use WMR tools instead).
Troubleshooting
  1. Black screen/flicker → Whitelist dxgi.dll in antivirus.
  2. Too dark → Raise Pre-Exposure or Shadows.
  3. Too bright → Lower Exposure or Contrast.
  4. Using JBX/PNG mods → Adjust Pre-Contrast.
  5. VR FPS cut in half → Try DLAA instead of DLSS.
Gameplay Video
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FAQ
Does this work with TruckersMP or Convoy mode?
Yes, Lighting v2 works in both ETS2/ATS Single Player and Multiplayer (TruckersMP & Convoy).

Can I get banned in TruckersMP for using this mod?
No. It only changes graphics through DirectX injection and is safe to use in TMP.

Is this mod compatible with American Truck Simulator?
Yes, it supports ATS versions 1.53–1.55 as well as ETS2.

Do I need to pay for the mod?
No, the core Lighting v2 mod is free. Patreon offers optional extras like DLSS support.

Does it work with ProMods or other map expansions?
Yes. Lighting v2 works with all map DLCs and mods since it only affects rendering.

Can I uninstall it easily?
Yes. Just delete dxgi.dll, dinput8.dll, and nvngx_dlss.dll (if used) from the win_x64 folder.

Does it change weather or skybox mods?
No. It only adjusts lighting. You can combine it with weather mods like JBX, PNG, or NextGen.

What hotkey opens the Lighting v2 menu?
Press END or CTRL+P while in-game to open the menu.
12 条留言
playing_cook 10 月 5 日 上午 4:11 
For all those who complain, that the mod now costs something. It is perfectly legitimate for the creator, to want something for their time and work. Everyone is free to honor this or not to do so, but stop complaining!
V_Cred 10 月 2 日 上午 6:06 
Shame that the mod is paid now, it's even against SCS rules.
Kanada 9 月 30 日 下午 7:26 
How do you get around the fact that PNG + Snowymoon don't mix particularly well when it comes to rain? I've tried PNG + Snowymoon's lighting and because PNG changes road textures, the rain effect that Snowymoon's mod creates does not work on alternative textured roads. For example, this is PNG + Snowymoon lighting: https://imgur.com/a/ats-snowymoon-R2HBd2F

As you can see, parts of the road have a "dry" effect counter to the fact that other roads are wet and more reflective as per Snowymoon's mod. I contacted Snowymoon about it, and unfortunately he says it is because of the fact that the alternate textured roads are using a different shader than base-game roads, and therefore create the dried vanilla look. As far as I am aware, there isn't a way to fix this; however if you know a way to combat it, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks.
Diogo 9 月 14 日 下午 5:08 
not free :steamthumbsdown:
Axiata  [作者] 9 月 8 日 上午 7:41 
Yeah, the latest version’s paid because it comes with more features and polish. Snowymoon (the creator) decided to go that route, but he still keeps the older versions free. Same deal with PNG - Project Next Gen always asked for about 5 pounds. Honestly, mixing PNG + Lighting V2 + ReShade gives a crazy-real look, so it’s not surprising they’re charging for the newer stuff.
well-favoured 9 月 8 日 上午 1:25 
Son sürüm neden ücretli? Saçmalık.
Axiata  [作者] 9 月 1 日 上午 7:07 
Only the latest version of the mod is paid and the creator has set the older version of this mod free... its available on his website
Ðjentle-Rain 9 月 1 日 上午 1:32 
LMFAO well fuck this mod then LOL.... you dont make mods for money you make them for the love of the game... loads of free mods that are better than this and not charging a cent LOLOLOLOLOL
NabraSaddle 8 月 30 日 下午 5:48 
not free
<>Vlad<> 8 月 30 日 上午 8:22 
1 $/Month. Not free. Sadge :steamsad:
It's paid mod.