Do I need an NVIDIA RTX card for DLSS in Palworld?

Yes, DLSS requires an NVIDIA RTX-series GPU with dedicated Tensor cores. Non-RTX NVIDIA cards and other GPU brands won't show a working DLSS option and should use FSR or TAA instead.

Which DLSS mode should I use for the best frame rate?

Performance mode gives the biggest frame rate gain by rendering at a lower internal resolution, while Quality mode looks closer to native resolution but offers a smaller boost. Balanced sits in between and is a reasonable default.

Is DLSS available on Xbox or PS5 versions of Palworld?

No, DLSS is an NVIDIA PC technology, so it isn't available on console versions. Xbox and PlayStation players rely on the console's built-in scaling instead.

Mechanics

How do you turn on DLSS in Palworld?

Answer

To turn on DLSS in Palworld, open the in-game settings menu, go to the Graphics or Display tab, and set the upscaling or resolution scaling option to DLSS instead of TAA or FSR. From there you can pick a quality mode like Quality, Balanced, or Performance depending on how much frame rate boost you need versus image sharpness.

Where to find the DLSS setting

Palworld's PC version includes upscaling support in its graphics options. To enable DLSS:

Launch Palworld and open the pause menu.
Go to Settings, then the Graphics or Display tab.
Look for an Upscaling or Screen Percentage / Resolution Scale option.
Change the method from TAA (or FSR) to DLSS.
Choose a quality mode — typically Quality, Balanced, Performance, or Ultra Performance.
Apply the settings and check your frame rate counter to confirm the change took effect.

If you don't see DLSS listed at all, your GPU likely isn't an RTX card, since DLSS requires NVIDIA's Tensor core hardware found only in RTX-series GPUs.

Choosing a DLSS mode

Each mode trades render resolution for performance:

Mode	Internal render scale	Best for
Quality	Highest of the DLSS modes	Players prioritizing image clarity
Balanced	Medium	A middle ground for most systems
Performance	Lower	Boosting frame rate on mid-range GPUs
Ultra Performance	Lowest	4K displays or very demanding setups

Since Palworld's open world streams a lot of terrain, Pals, and base structures at once, DLSS can meaningfully help frame rates during busy base scenes or exploration in dense biomes without needing to drop overall resolution.

Other settings worth checking alongside DLSS

DLSS alone won't fix every performance issue. Pairing it with a few other adjustments tends to give more consistent results:

View distance — lowering this reduces the load from streaming distant terrain and structures.
Shadow quality — one of the more GPU-intensive settings; dropping it a tier or two often helps more than expected.
Anti-aliasing method — if DLSS is active, you generally don't need a separate heavy AA setting layered on top.
Frame rate cap — setting a cap that matches your monitor can smooth out stutter compared to running uncapped.

If DLSS isn't improving performance

If enabling DLSS doesn't noticeably help, make sure your GPU drivers are up to date, since DLSS versions and game-specific profiles are refreshed periodically by NVIDIA. It's also worth toggling between DLSS and FSR to see which upscaler your specific hardware handles better in Palworld's engine, since results can vary by GPU generation.

For more on getting the most out of your playthrough, check our guides section, explore the interactive map while you're out exploring biomes at a smoother frame rate, or head to the answers hub for more technical questions.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an NVIDIA RTX card for DLSS in Palworld?: Yes, DLSS requires an NVIDIA RTX-series GPU with dedicated Tensor cores. Non-RTX NVIDIA cards and other GPU brands won't show a working DLSS option and should use FSR or TAA instead.
Which DLSS mode should I use for the best frame rate?: Performance mode gives the biggest frame rate gain by rendering at a lower internal resolution, while Quality mode looks closer to native resolution but offers a smaller boost. Balanced sits in between and is a reasonable default.
Is DLSS available on Xbox or PS5 versions of Palworld?: No, DLSS is an NVIDIA PC technology, so it isn't available on console versions. Xbox and PlayStation players rely on the console's built-in scaling instead.