How to Enable Frame Generation on Legacy RTX GPUs for Where Winds Meet

This guide provides a simple, step-by-step process for enabling Frame Generation on older NVIDIA RTX GPUs (like the RTX 3080) in the game Where Winds Meet on a Linux desktop, using the fgmod tool integrated into Decky Loader.

How to Get Frame Generation on Older RTX GPUs in Where Winds Meet

Disclaimer: Use this information at your own risk. The writer of the source material is not responsible for any issues with your personal computer.

Important Safety and Setup Notes

Before you begin, understand the following critical points:

• No Direct Injection: Do NOT inject tools like Opti-Scalier directly into the game files. This is often considered a ban-able offense. The method below is an “unlock” that works through a compatibility layer, which is generally safer.

• Game Stability: The Where Winds Meet game engine is sensitive. Outside applications, overlays (like custom Steam controller input), and mods can cause crashes due to timing conflicts.

• Target Hardware/OS: This guide is specifically for Legacy RTX GPUs (e.g., RTX 3080) running on a Linux desktop with Steam Big Picture Mode.

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Step 1: Install and Configure Decky Loader

The fgmod tool is primarily accessed through the Decky Framegen plugin, which requires Decky Loader.

1. Install Decky Loader: Follow a reliable tutorial on how to install and set up Decky Loader on your Linux PC to run with Steam Big Picture Mode.

2. Run Big Picture: Start Steam in Big Picture mode. You may need to adjust settings within Big Picture to ensure it runs smoothly on your desktop.

3. Install the Framegen Plugin: Once Decky Loader is running, install the Decky Framegen plugin (which contains fgmod).

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Step 2: Configure Game Launch Options

After installing the necessary tools, you will use a specific launch option to enable the Frame Generation unlock.

1. Exit Big Picture Mode: Return to your desktop mode. You may need to reboot or use your system’s window management shortcut (e.g., Meta + Page Up) to maximize the Steam window.

2. Open Launch Options: In your Steam Library, right-click Where Winds Meet and go to Properties.

3. Add fgmod Command: In the Launch Options field, enter the following text exactly:

   ~/fgmod/fgmod %command%

   • Do not include the quotes.

   • Do not load any other external tools here, such as mangohud or ~/lsfg.

4. Force Compatibility: Go to the Compatibility tab and check the box to Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool. Select Proton Experimental.

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Step 3: Launch the Game and Adjust Graphics Settings

The game must be launched once with the new options to fully activate the feature.

1. Start the Game: Launch Where Winds Meet.

2. Handle Shaders/Settings:

   • Skip any prompts to pre-cache Vulkan shaders.

   • If the game prompts you that your settings are not optimized (for example, if you were previously attempting 4K), reset them and restart the game.

3. Access Frame Generation: Go to the game’s Graphics Settings:

   • Set the Super Resolution option to DLSS.

   • You should now see a new dropdown option for Frame Generation that was not visible before. Enable Frame Gen.

4. Set FPS Target:

   • The crucial step is to set the in-game Frame Rate Cap to 30 FPS.

   • Since Frame Generation roughly doubles the frame rate, setting the cap to 30 FPS will result in a smooth 60 FPS output. (Testing showed that setting the cap to 60 FPS resulted in an output of 100+ FPS, causing high temperatures and potential game freezes on the legacy GPU.)

5. Resolution: The recommended resolution for this setup is 2560 x 1440 (2K). The game is reportedly not well optimized for 4K.

Recommended Optimal Settings

Based on the source material’s successful setup, consider these settings for the best experience:

Setting	Recommended Value	Notes
In-Game FPS Cap	30 FPS (A Must)	Doubles to $\sim$60 FPS output with Frame Gen.
Super Resolution	DLSS (A Must)	Required to unlock the Frame Gen option.
Frame Generation	ON (A Must)	The feature this guide unlocks.
Resolution	2560 x 1440 (2K)	4K may cause crashes and overheating.
Graphics Quality	High/Ultra (Custom)	Set most settings to High or Ultra.
Reflection Quality	Medium	The source found water looked “too grainy” on Ultra.
Reflex	On, Boost OFF	Boost setting was reported not to work in this setup.
Vsync	Optional (On)	Use if you experience screen tearing.
DLSS Super Resolution	‘Ultra Quality’	Sets the quality level of the upscaling.

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Quirks and Troubleshooting

• Resolution Quirk: The game may not save the resolution setting, defaulting to a higher resolution (e.g., 4K) upon every launch. Always set the resolution back to 2K first thing after starting the game.

• Stopping the Game: Manually stop the game after exiting. It may always show a warning when closing.

• Updates: Every game update will likely reset your Graphic settings, requiring you to re-apply your preferred setup.

• Stutters: If you experience hard stutters, you may try clearing the Shader Cache, though this was not needed in the successful test setup.

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How to Uninstall/Revert

To remove the fgmod configuration and return your game to its original state:

1. Load Uninstaller: In the game’s Steam Launch Options, replace the previous command with this:

   ~/fgmod/fgmod-uninstaller.sh %command%

2. Boot and Exit: Launch the game once, wait until you are in the game world, and then exit the game.

3. Remove Command: Go back to the Steam Launch Options and delete the uninstaller command (~/fgmod/fgmod-uninstaller.sh %command%) to finish the process.

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Last Updated on December 22, 2025