How to disable motion blur in Bloodlines 2

By Ambar Jimenez | 2025-10-26 12:35:27

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (VTMB2) aims to plunge players into a dark, visceral world, but for many, the default graphics settings introduce a frustrating immersion killer: aggressive motion blur. While some players find this effect adds a cinematic quality to swift movements, a large number of gamers find that motion blur actively detracts from the experience. When you're an Elder Kindred relying on split-second reflexes in combat or simply trying to appreciate the detailed environments of Seattle, a blurry screen can feel more like a hindrance than a feature.Unfortunately, the developers have not included an in-game toggle to disable motion blur, forcing players who dislike the effect to seek alternatives. Mandating a visual effect that can cause discomfort or simply clutter the screen is generally frowned upon in modern PC gaming. However, all hope is not lost.Because VTMB2 is built on the ubiquitous Unreal Engine, the game retains its fundamental configuration flexibility. We've compiled a definitive, step-by-step guide on how to manually access and modify the game's configuration files to permanently disable motion blur and a handful of other potentially disruptive post-processing effects.

Bloodlines 2: disable motion blur

The Workaround: Editing the Engine Configuration File

Since there's no button in the settings menu, the only way to banish the blur is by editing the core configuration file, Engine.ini. This process involves accessing hidden local application data and inserting a few lines of code to override the default visual settings.

Disclaimer: Modifying game files is a common practice in PC gaming, but always proceed with caution. This guide targets specific visual settings known to control blur and related effects and should be safe, but always back up important files if you are uncomfortable editing them.

Step 1: Locate the Local App Data Folder

You first need to find the specific folder where VTMB2 stores its configuration files. The easiest way to do this is by using the Windows Run command.

Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the 'Run' dialog box.

In the box, type the following code and press Enter:

%localappdata%

This command will instantly open the hidden Local App Data folder on your computer.

Step 2: Navigate to the Engine.ini File

Once the folder is open, you need to drill down into the game's specific save location to find the configuration file.

Inside the Local App Data folder, navigate through the following directory path:

Bloodlines2\Steam\Saved\Config\Windows\

*(Note: The "Steam" folder name might vary slightly depending on whether you are running the game through Epic Games or another launcher, but the core path leading to \Saved\Config\Windows* will remain the same.)

Once in the Windows folder, locate the file named Engine.ini.

Step 3: Edit the Configuration File

The Engine.ini file controls various aspects of the game engine. You need to open it and insert the specific commands that override the motion blur settings.

Right-click on Engine.ini and open it using a plain text editor like Notepad (or Notepad++).

Scroll to the bottom of the file. If you see a section titled [SystemSettings], skip to step 3. If the section does not exist, you must create it.

Insert the Code: Under the existing content or directly creating the section at the bottom, add the following lines of code. It is critical that you type them exactly as shown:

[SystemSettings]r.MotionBlur.Max=0r.MotionBlurQuality=0r.DefaultFeature.MotionBlur=Falser.DepthOfFieldQuality=0r.DefaultFeature.DepthOfField=Falser.SceneColorFringeQuality=0r.DefaultFeature.SceneColorFringe=False

Step 4: Save and Launch the Game

Save the File: In Notepad, go to File > Save (or press Ctrl + S).

Launch VTMB2: Start the game as you normally would.

The injected code directly sets the maximum motion blur effect and quality to zero, effectively disabling the feature.

Understanding the Code (And Extra Benefits)

The code you inserted does more than just disable motion blur; it also targets a few other post-processing effects that often contribute to a perceived "blurriness" or lack of visual clarity, providing a much cleaner image overall.

Command Line	Effect	Result
r.MotionBlur.Max=0	Sets the maximum intensity of the effect.	Disables the visual blur during motion.
r.MotionBlurQuality=0	Sets the visual quality of the motion blur.	Eliminates the blur effect entirely.
r.DefaultFeature.MotionBlur=False	Forces the engine to disable the feature flag.	Ensures the effect is disabled by default.
r.DepthOfFieldQuality=0	Sets the quality of the Depth of Field effect.	Removes unwanted blurring of the foreground/background (often used in dialogue).
r.DefaultFeature.DepthOfField=False	Forces the engine to disable the feature flag for DoF.	Ensures DoF is disabled.
r.SceneColorFringeQuality=0	Sets the quality of Chromatic Aberration (color fringing).	Removes the subtle, often distracting color distortion near edges.
r.DefaultFeature.SceneColorFringe=False	Forces the engine to disable the feature flag for Chromatic Aberration.	Ensures Chromatic Aberration is disabled.

By making these simple modifications, you can ensure your Kindred adventures are crisp, clear, and unhindered by visual distractions, allowing you to focus entirely on ruling the night in Seattle. Enjoy the newfound clarity!

Platform(s): Microsoft Windows PC, PlayStation 5 PS5

Genre(s): Battle royale

Developer(s): Sharkmob

Publisher(s): Sharkmob

Engine: Unreal Engine

Release date: April 27, 2022

Mode: Multiplayer

Age rating (PEGI): 18+

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