Performance Impact: Low (CPU)

r_vertexLight

Replaces baked lightmaps/shadows with flat vertex lighting for even illumination. On eliminates hiding spots in shadows, revealing enemies consistently.

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Pro Tip

Turn it ON and set r_overBrightBits 2 — flat lighting removes every shadow hiding spot so you can see enemies no matter where they crouch.

Friendly Name Vertex Lighting (Flat Illumination)
Default Value 0
Data Type bool
Quick Copy seta r_vertexLight "0"

Available Settings

ValueDescription
0 DEFAULTOff (Realistic Shadows)
1 On (Flat/Bright Lighting)

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