If you’re playing the game BACKROOMS: APPREHENSION, you might find the default motion blur and head bob effects a bit too intense—especially if you’re prone to motion sickness or just prefer a cleaner visual experience. Don’t worry, there’s a way to tone things down. Here’s a straightforward guide to disabling both motion blur and head bob.
Step 1: Locate the Configuration File
First, you’ll need to find the game’s configuration folder. Navigate to the following path on your PC:
AppData/Local/Backrooms/Saved/Config/WindowsNoEditor
You can quickly access this by pressing Win + R, typing %localappdata%, and then following the folders from there.
Step 2: Open the Engine.ini File
Inside the WindowsNoEditor folder, you’ll see a file named Engine.ini. Right-click it and open it with Notepad (or any text editor).
Step 3: Add Motion Blur Disable Commands
Scroll to the very bottom of the Engine.ini file, and paste the following lines:
[SystemSettings]
r.MotionBlurQuality=0
r.DefaultFeature.MotionBlur=0
r.MotionBlur.Max=0
This will completely disable motion blur in the game.
Step 4: Save and Set File to Read-Only
After pasting the lines, save the file. Then, right-click Engine.ini again, select Properties, and check the box for Read-only. Click Apply and then OK. This prevents the game from overwriting your changes.
Step 5: Disable Head Bob (Requires Editing Game Code)
Unfortunately, head bob cannot be disabled through a simple config tweak—you’ll need to modify the game’s code directly. This involves editing the game’s executable or script files, which is more advanced and may risk breaking the game or triggering anti-cheat systems. Proceed with caution, and always back up original files before making changes.
TIPS
- Backup First: Before editing any files, make a copy of the original
Engine.iniso you can restore it if something goes wrong. - Read-Only is Crucial: Without setting the file to read-only, the game may revert your changes on the next launch.
- Head Bob Warning: Modifying game code can lead to instability or bans in online modes. Only attempt this if you’re comfortable with technical risks.
- Test After Changes: Launch the game and check if motion blur is gone. If not, double-check that the lines were added correctly.
