Have questions about switching between DX11 and DX12 versions? Check the comments section below or visit the PCGamingWiki page for Resident Evil 3 Remake for additional technical guidance and community resources.
// Sample the "Blood Mask" texture (Rendered by the game engine or injected) float bloodIntensity = tex2D(BloodMaskSamp, texCoord).r;
This performance gap is largely why the restoration of the DX11 version was met with such relief. For players with modest gaming PCs, the return of the "dx11_non-rt" (non-ray tracing) beta branch on Steam wasn't just a nice option; it was the only way to get a smooth, playable experience. It allowed them to sacrifice the new, demanding visual features in favor of a higher framerate.
DX12 wasn't entirely without merit. In some CPU-intensive scenarios, it could offer better multi-threading and frame time consistency. But for the vast majority, the raw, consistent performance of DX11 was the clear winner. resident evil 3 directx 11 new
However, this upgrade migrated the RE Engine completely to DirectX 12. Capcom subsequently removed the native DirectX 11 toggle from the game's display settings. This change meant that players without dedicated DX12 hardware features could no longer launch the updated version of the game. System Requirements Shift
The DX11 version is widely considered the superior choice for consistent gameplay.
The "new" DirectX 11 (DX11) version of Resident Evil 3 Remake is a dedicated released by Capcom to maintain compatibility and performance for players after the game’s 2022 "Next-Gen" update. While the main version of the game now defaults to DirectX 12 (DX12) with enhanced visuals, the DX11 version remains the gold standard for stability and high frame rates on PC. Performance & Stability Have questions about switching between DX11 and DX12
If Ray Tracing is too performance-heavy, a solid feature for the "Horror" aspect is on surfaces.
Choosing between the APIs often depends on your specific hardware configuration:
The term "new" in this context is multifaceted. It refers to several recent developments as of 2025-2026: For players with modest gaming PCs, the return
The cut-off date was set for . After this date, Capcom stated they "cannot guarantee compatibility or operation when using these versions of the games". This essentially means:
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: Some users prefer the original lighting and "colors" of the non-RT version over the changes introduced by the Ray Tracing patch.
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