Game Settings

Game Settings Guide for The Callisto Protocol

This section covers every configurable setting in The Callisto Protocol across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. You can access the Settings menu from the Main Menu or by pausing during gameplay. Use this guide to tailor visuals, controls, and accessibility to your preference and hardware.

1. Graphics Settings

The Callisto Protocol uses the Unreal Engine 4 with aggressive lighting and post-processing. Below are all graphics options, their effects, and recommended configurations for different hardware tiers.

#### Graphics Options Table

#### Hardware-Specific Recommendations

Low-End PC (e.g., GTX 1060 6GB, 16GB RAM, SSD)

• Resolution: 1920x1080


• Preset: Low, then manually increase Texture Quality to Medium (if VRAM allows)


• Upscaling: FSR set to Balanced


• Ray Tracing: Off


• V-Sync: Off, Frame Rate Limit to 30 or 60


• Film Grain, Motion Blur, Chromatic Aberration: Off


• Expected FPS: 30-50


Mid-Range PC (e.g., RTX 2060, RX 5700 XT)

• Resolution: 1920x1080 or 2560x1440


• Preset: High, then disable Ray Tracing


• Upscaling: DLSS Quality (if NVIDIA) or FSR Quality (if AMD)


• Shadows: High


• Reflections: Dynamic


• Ambient Occlusion: HBAO+


• NVIDIA Reflex: On


• Expected FPS: 60-80 at 1080p


High-End PC (e.g., RTX 3070, RTX 4070)

• Resolution: 2560x1440 or 3440x1440


• Preset: Ultra, then enable Ray Tracing (Reflections only)


• Upscaling: DLSS Quality (or FSR Quality for AMD)


• Shadows: Ultra


• Ambient Occlusion: HBAO+


• Expected FPS: 60-90 with DLSS


Ultra Enthusiast (e.g., RTX 4090, 4K)

• Resolution: 3840x2160


• Preset: All Ultra, Ray Tracing on (Reflections + Shadows)


• Upscaling: DLSS Performance or Balanced


• Frame Rate Limit: 120 (if monitor supports)


• Expected FPS: 60-80 with DLSS Performance


Consoles

• PS5 / Xbox Series X: 4K upscaled with dynamic resolution, Ray Tracing available (Performance vs Quality mode in display settings). Choose Performance for 60 FPS, Quality for enhanced visuals (30 FPS).


• Xbox Series S: 1080p-1440p, no Ray Tracing. Use Performance mode for smoother play.


#### Easy to Misconfigure Settings


• Ray Tracing: On PC, enabling both Reflections and Shadows can cut FPS by 40%. Only enable if you have RTX 3070 or better and are willing to accept ~40-50 FPS at 1440p without upscaling.


• V-Sync: Turning it off reduces input lag but may cause screen tearing. Use NVIDIA Reflex + Frame Rate Limit to cap FPS instead.


• Upscaling Quality: Setting to Performance at 1080p yields a blurry image. Use Balanced or Quality on lower resolutions.


• Motion Blur & Film Grain: Many players disable these for a sharper image, but they are on by default. Experiment in combat areas.

2. Audio Settings

Recommendations:

• Set Audio Output to Stereo for TV/monitor speakers or headphones.


• Use High Dynamic Range for home theater, Low for late-night gaming.


• Keep SFX and Dialogue high – critical for enemy cues and story.

3. Controls Settings

#### Controller (Console & PC)
Keyboard & Mouse (PC)
Special Attention:

• Aim Assist can be overly aggressive in The Callisto Protocol. If you find the crosshair sticking to enemies when you don’t want it, set to Partial or Off.


• Button Layout reassigns interact and dodge/melee. The Default has dodge on the right thumbstick click (R3), which some find awkward. Alternate moves dodge to L1. Test both.


• Trigger Deadzone on controllers: set to minimal (5) for faster shooting response.

4. Accessibility Settings

The Callisto Protocol includes several options to improve playability:

Easy to Miss:

• Auto-Complete QTEs: Enabled in Accessibility → Quick Time Events. This automatically passes all QTEs, great for players with motor impairments or those who dislike sudden prompts.


• Hold vs Tap Interact: Set to Hold to prevent accidentally opening doors or picking up items during combat.




5. Language Settings



• Text Language: Available on all platforms – choose from supported languages (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, etc.).


• Voice Language: Separate from text. Some platforms have additional dubs (e.g., Japanese).


• Subtitles: Can be set to a different language than the voiceover (e.g., English audio with French subtitles).




6. Network Settings



• The Callisto Protocol is single-player only, with no online multiplayer. Network settings are limited to:

- Data Collection: Opt-in/out for telemetry (affects privacy).
- Cross-Platform Saves: Not available. Saves are per-platform.

• No LAN or networking features except updates and DRM (PC).

Recommendation: Disable data collection if privacy concerns.

7. Gameplay Settings

Difficulty Advice:

• Start on Medium Security for a balanced challenge.


• Maximum Security is recommended for returning players – enemies are bullet sponges and resources scarce.


• Auto-Aim is useful on Minimum Security but can hinder precision aiming on higher difficulties.

8. Performance Optimization Summary

1. Always start with a Preset (Low/Medium/High/Ultra) and then adjust only the most impactful settings: Ray Tracing, Shadows, Reflections, and Post-Processing.
2. Upscaling is mandatory for mid-range and below; use DLSS if NVIDIA, FSR if AMD. Avoid XeSS unless on Intel Arc.
3. NVIDIA Reflex (PC only) reduces input lag noticeably – enable it.
4. Disable Film Grain, Chromatic Aberration, and Motion Blur for cleaner visuals and slight performance gain.
5. Set Frame Rate Limit to your monitor’s refresh rate to avoid screen tearing without V-Sync.
6. If experiencing stuttering on PC, lower Texture Quality to High or Medium (it’s very VRAM-demanding). Also ensure the game is installed on an SSD.

Quick Reference Table - Best Settings Per Hardware

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By applying these settings, you’ll be able to enjoy The Callisto Protocol’s terrifying atmosphere without technical hiccups. Always test changes in the first dark corridor of Chapter 1 to gauge performance – that area is demanding due to volumetric lighting.