There are easy, simple things you can do to dramatically improve lag issues in Dota 2! (in terms of both latency issues and client lag due to lack of hardware power)
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1. Setting launch options
This is pretty much telling the computer to do certain things when you start up the game.
In your Steam libary, right click Dota 2 and go to Properties
Click on Launch Properties in the first tab
Write out the instructions you wish to give (separated by space). Effective ones are as follows :
-novid : This doesn’t show the intro video (bald valve guy)
-console : This give access to dev console when you press `(on default)
-nod3d9ex : Disable DX9 Rendering. Improves performance significantly if your GPU is not strong enough. Setting graphic option windowed full screen or exiting to desktop cause freezing in Windows 7/Vista.
-dxlevel 81 : Forces use of DX8.1, significantly increase fps.
-high : Makes sure DOTA 2 is high priority in Windows. This can lead to mouse lag, crashing during game or post game.
-noforcemaccel : Disable Mouse acceleration
Example :
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2. Autoexec.cfg!
cfg files are configuration files that allows you to set all those small little things in game, which actually improves the performance dramatically.
This is valid only for Source Engine games, which includes Dota 2!
There are key configurations that actually have effects in real-life situations
This is valid only for Source Engine games, which includes Dota 2!
There are key configurations that actually have effects in real-life situations
1. Go to Steam\steamapps\common\dota 2 beta\dota\cfg\
2. Create a file named autoexec.cfg
This is where you type out the configurations you want to make.
This is where you type out the configurations you want to make.
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| mem_level "3" // lowest setting for max fpsgpu_level "3" // lowest setting for max fpsgpu_mem_level "3" // lowest setting for max fpscpu_level "3" // lowest setting for max fpscl_interp_ratio "2" // Interp modifier. Although there are debates about 1 vs 2, Keep it 2 since we all play Dota 2 in official Valve server.cl_interp "0.05" // cl_interp_ratio / cl_updaterate. Please do edit this if you have altered interpratio or updateratecl_cmdrate "40" // 40 is maximum for Dota 2cl_updaterate "40" // 40 is maximum for Dota 2cl_smooth "0" // Smooth view/eye origin after pridiction errors.cl_smoothtime "0" // Smooth client's view after prdiciton error over this may seconds. 0 for instant update.cl_lagcompensation "1" // Perform server side lag compensation. Keep this 1.cl_pred_optimize "2" // Optimize for not copying data if didnt receive network update. 2 default.cl_threaded_bone_setup "1" // If you have a processor with multiple cores leave this command if not delete itcl_threaded_init "1" // If you have a processor with multiple cores leave this command if not delete itcl_forcepreload "1" // Preload assests on your computer, longer inital loadings, better gameplay. Optimized.rate "80000" // Max bytes/sec host can recieve data from server. This is maximum for Dota 2r_renderoverlayfragment "0" // increases fpsr_threaded_shadow_clip "1" // if you have a processor with multiple cores leave this command if not delete itr_queued_decals "1" // if you have a processor with multiple cores leave this command if not delete itr_queued_post_processing "1" // if you have a processor with multiple cores leave this command if not delete itmat_queue_mode "2" // if you have a processor with multiple cores leave this command if not delete itsnd_mix_async "1" // Multithreaded soundsv_forcepreload "1" // Theoretically, this command forces game server to preload the assets for you. May cause longer loading.dota_embers "0"//no animated dota2 background |
Copy all the configurations above and paste it in autoexec.cfg!
To keep thing simple, I’ve already optimized the configurations for the general public.
However, please do take your time to read up the configurations and make any necessary changes. I know these can be a bit overwhelming, but please do it for your best performance.
However, please do take your time to read up the configurations and make any necessary changes. I know these can be a bit overwhelming, but please do it for your best performance.
CFG’s possibilites do not end here. You can make the courier boost, pick your items, deliver it to you and tell your teammates that you’re using courier by pressing a single key. Trouble remembering when the Roshan will spawn? Simply use roshan timer script to keep yourself concentrated in game. You can even track fps and ping status real time on your display during game! Settings which are not available in in-game settings are all made in CFGs too.
I’ve made a useful CFG file with all the mentioned features and much more. If you are interested, feel free to check this post for more cfg!
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Latest version : v1.41 (27/09/2014). Change log below.
Short News : HOTFIX 1.41. From v1.50, the CFG will be Notepad++ friendly with a downloadable custom language to make your CFG editing easier!
Short News : HOTFIX 1.41. From v1.50, the CFG will be Notepad++ friendly with a downloadable custom language to make your CFG editing easier!
Bermuda’s Dota 2 CFG!
Download :
Instructions :
1. Download Autoexec.cfg (^Click Juggernaut above)
2. Put the file in Steam\steamapps\common\dota 2 beta\dota\cfg
3. Make necessary tweaks (bindings, chat channels, mic volume, quick rune type. They are all arranged at the top of the cfg!)
4. Done :)
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Key Features :
- Updated to the latest version of Dota 2.
- Quick courier script
- Basic and quick rune cameras
- netgraph to monitor your ping&fps
- Roshan death time display
- Lone druid bear script
- Spectator camera mode (Slower, smoother camera for easy navigation)
- Dramatic Performance boost! Multicore rendering, the best network tweaks and maximum usage of your hardware!
and more!
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User friendly :
- All the bindings are collected at the top of the file for convenience.
- Settings available in-game are excluded in the cfg to avoid confusion.
- Every configurations are grouped up into sensible sections for easy navigation.
- Every configurations and scripts are described in detail for your knowledge and information.
- Easy to customize to your taste!
- Welcoming message when you launch Dota 2 :)
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How does Quick Rune camera work?
Simply edit the number in bind “SPACE” “+quick_rune_1″ to switch.
ex) bind “SPACE” “+quick_rune_2″
ex) bind “SPACE” “+quick_rune_2″
Current version – Quick Rune camera works as shown above :)
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FAQ:
Q: Entire thing is not working! (ie. no greeting message)
A: Have you placed the file in the correct directory?
A: Have you placed the file in the correct directory?
Q: Bindings are not working!
A: Bindings you have made in CFG won’t work if that key is assigned to another command in in-game settings.
A: Bindings you have made in CFG won’t work if that key is assigned to another command in in-game settings.
Q: Where is my Roshan Timer?
A: Valve disabled the feature in multiplayer games, just like how they disabled ‘dota_range_display’ in the past.
A: Valve disabled the feature in multiplayer games, just like how they disabled ‘dota_range_display’ in the past.
Q: Rebinding is hard! :(
A: I understand, but typing manually is the only way for now.. But.. I’m working on it :)
A: I understand, but typing manually is the only way for now.. But.. I’m working on it :)
Q: How often is this CFG updated?
A: Every time there is a change in commands in the new patch by Valve or when I come up with new features.. :)
A: Every time there is a change in commands in the new patch by Valve or when I come up with new features.. :)
Q: How often should I update then?
A: Most of the time, updating when there is a change in 1st decimal place in the version is fine. Update every version if you want the maximum features :)
A: Most of the time, updating when there is a change in 1st decimal place in the version is fine. Update every version if you want the maximum features :)
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Version release log :
10/02/2014 : v1.00
- Initial version
- Initial version
14/04/2014 : v1.10
Change log :
- APM is now a separate command.
- dota_embers disabled on default. Moved to client side settings.
- Camera settings disabled on default. Remove the most front // in the line to apply settings
- Command for taunt line is now more appropriate
- New taunt line
- Roshan timer will now only show the time of Roshan death in chat instead of buggy weird lines.
Change log :
- APM is now a separate command.
- dota_embers disabled on default. Moved to client side settings.
- Camera settings disabled on default. Remove the most front // in the line to apply settings
- Command for taunt line is now more appropriate
- New taunt line
- Roshan timer will now only show the time of Roshan death in chat instead of buggy weird lines.
22/05/2014 : v1.20
Change log :
- Added spectator mode! Custom camera speed and higher camera distance upon toggle.
- In-game mic volume setup added. (voice_mixer_volume)
- Rearranged bindings section. Bindings are grouped accordingly.
- Rearranged greeting message.
- The cfg is now more notepad friendly.
- Link to this post use WordPress short link now.
Change log :
- Added spectator mode! Custom camera speed and higher camera distance upon toggle.
- In-game mic volume setup added. (voice_mixer_volume)
- Rearranged bindings section. Bindings are grouped accordingly.
- Rearranged greeting message.
- The cfg is now more notepad friendly.
- Link to this post use WordPress short link now.
08/06/2014 : v1.21
Change log :
- Added manual disconnect. Default key is keypad minus (-)
- Fixed memory issues that caused the game to crash.
- Re-optimized network setting.
Change log :
- Added manual disconnect. Default key is keypad minus (-)
- Fixed memory issues that caused the game to crash.
- Re-optimized network setting.
22/06/2014 : v1.30
Change log :
- Fixed basic rune camera according to the latest patch. Thank you Thiago for the report!
- Added quick rune cameras. Custom binding Space. 3 types available, use whichever comfortable.
- Lone Druid Bear return binding moved to k on default.
- Added custom chat channel script. Please edit to join your channels automatically.
- Removed Spectator higher camera – Valve added this officially now :) Simply use mouse scroll to zoom out!
- r_renderoverlayfragment enabled on default due to error reports. Disable it manually for possible performance improvement.
- Changed some explanations and annotations in the cfg.
Change log :
- Fixed basic rune camera according to the latest patch. Thank you Thiago for the report!
- Added quick rune cameras. Custom binding Space. 3 types available, use whichever comfortable.
- Lone Druid Bear return binding moved to k on default.
- Added custom chat channel script. Please edit to join your channels automatically.
- Removed Spectator higher camera – Valve added this officially now :) Simply use mouse scroll to zoom out!
- r_renderoverlayfragment enabled on default due to error reports. Disable it manually for possible performance improvement.
- Changed some explanations and annotations in the cfg.
24/06/2014 : v1.31
Change log :
- Quick Rune Camera should work according to the gif now :)
- Fixed the rune camera according to the new patch. (Valve changed the command for camera position in the latest patch.)
- Fixed some typos in the annotations.
- Changed some descriptions and annotations to squeeze more sense out of them.
- “contimes 3″ is now together with “developer” command. That makes much more sense now.
- Slightly regrouped and rearranged bindings section.
Change log :
- Quick Rune Camera should work according to the gif now :)
- Fixed the rune camera according to the new patch. (Valve changed the command for camera position in the latest patch.)
- Fixed some typos in the annotations.
- Changed some descriptions and annotations to squeeze more sense out of them.
- “contimes 3″ is now together with “developer” command. That makes much more sense now.
- Slightly regrouped and rearranged bindings section.
09/07/2014 : v1.32
Change log :
- Roshan Timer does not work anymore (Thank you Karosuu for the report!). Valve decided to disable the feature in multiplayer games. Nothing we can do.. :/
- Roshan Timer command is now Roshan Death. Only displays the time of its death on team chat.
- Quick courier script optimized. Still does the same thing.
- Lone Druid bear script changed a bit. It will now select the bear and the hero when you use “bear_return” or “bear_phase_boots”. Does not move the camera.
- Changed some annotations in the CFG. Deleted off unnecessary.
Change log :
- Roshan Timer does not work anymore (Thank you Karosuu for the report!). Valve decided to disable the feature in multiplayer games. Nothing we can do.. :/
- Roshan Timer command is now Roshan Death. Only displays the time of its death on team chat.
- Quick courier script optimized. Still does the same thing.
- Lone Druid bear script changed a bit. It will now select the bear and the hero when you use “bear_return” or “bear_phase_boots”. Does not move the camera.
- Changed some annotations in the CFG. Deleted off unnecessary.
26/08/2014 : v1.33
Change log :
- APM is now default bound to F6. Enhanced APM command – Press F6 to view APM, press F6 to go back to game! Initially, it was a simpler inefficient command pointed out by spamowysmietnik666. However, unlike his solution, I decided to add stuff rather than keeping it simple. Thank you for the report spamowysmietnik666!
- Troll command added. Tells a short story of potato engineer in Wadiya to everyone in game..
- Manual disconnect now logs console message.
- Kill camera disable/enable function deleted – ie. dota_killcam_show deleted from the config. The command no longer exists. Yet to find a replacement.
- Just in case someone tried to revive kill cam command but failed like I did, dota_sf_hud_force_killcam 0 added – keep this 0. Will still show kill cams when your hero dies.
Change log :
- APM is now default bound to F6. Enhanced APM command – Press F6 to view APM, press F6 to go back to game! Initially, it was a simpler inefficient command pointed out by spamowysmietnik666. However, unlike his solution, I decided to add stuff rather than keeping it simple. Thank you for the report spamowysmietnik666!
- Troll command added. Tells a short story of potato engineer in Wadiya to everyone in game..
- Manual disconnect now logs console message.
- Kill camera disable/enable function deleted – ie. dota_killcam_show deleted from the config. The command no longer exists. Yet to find a replacement.
- Just in case someone tried to revive kill cam command but failed like I did, dota_sf_hud_force_killcam 0 added – keep this 0. Will still show kill cams when your hero dies.
07/09/2014 : v1.40
Change log :
- Re-worked System/Performance settings. Things have changed and adopted to the latest big patch.
- New on/off commands to improve your fps : r_deferred_simple_light, r_deferred_simple_projections
- You have beast PC? Use r_lod. Enables high quality textures.
- snd_mix_async moved to multi-core settings.
- Gameplay related section re-arranged.
- Easter Eggerino.
- Added toggle console command : default bound to F11.
- Added a command to list out current settings in the console. Press the key, opens console, outputs current settings! Default bound to Page Down.
- Binding section rearranged. Comments changed a bit.
Change log :
- Re-worked System/Performance settings. Things have changed and adopted to the latest big patch.
- New on/off commands to improve your fps : r_deferred_simple_light, r_deferred_simple_projections
- You have beast PC? Use r_lod. Enables high quality textures.
- snd_mix_async moved to multi-core settings.
- Gameplay related section re-arranged.
- Easter Eggerino.
- Added toggle console command : default bound to F11.
- Added a command to list out current settings in the console. Press the key, opens console, outputs current settings! Default bound to Page Down.
- Binding section rearranged. Comments changed a bit.
27/09/2014 : v1.41
Change log :
- r_deferred_simple_projections 0 actually disables AOE skill circles. Default is now 1. Excuse my mistake and ignorance. Thank you Iѕмαιℓy for the report!
- Changed some comments and explanations about the commands.
- Added 1.50 announcement in the title.
Change log :
- r_deferred_simple_projections 0 actually disables AOE skill circles. Default is now 1. Excuse my mistake and ignorance. Thank you Iѕмαιℓy for the report!
- Changed some comments and explanations about the commands.
- Added 1.50 announcement in the title.
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3. VPN for games!
YES! Such thing exists!
Using dedicated VPN servers to connect to games will dramatically improve ping problems, especially when playing in oversea servers.
Using dedicated VPN servers to connect to games will dramatically improve ping problems, especially when playing in oversea servers.
One of the services is provided by Mudfish - Solving latency issues in games using MUDFISH . I have tried, and it works like wonders!
Another famous alternative is WTFast and BattlePing. Although I have never tried any of those, they have numerous famous reviews and solid user base.
Another famous alternative is WTFast and BattlePing. Although I have never tried any of those, they have numerous famous reviews and solid user base.
I cannot suggest any other VPN solutions since there hardly is any free VPN for games and I have not tried any of the paid services (not willing to pay for such thing.. yet!).
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4. Leatrix Latency Fix
Originally intended for WoW, works for all.
It is easy and simple to install, does not bug up your internet connection, purely does what it is supposed to do.
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5. Fixing various problems for Nvidia GPU users!
This is a solution suggested by DRiVER. I have personally tested it for a while, it worked for me. Thank you DRiVER for the solution!
There seems to be some problem for some Nvdia cards (with CUDA) having trouble running games and rendering textures as it is supposed to.
This results in error message “Failed to lock vertex buffer in CMeshDX8::LockVertexBuffer”, bad textures, spikes and other problems that eventually leads the game to crash.
This results in error message “Failed to lock vertex buffer in CMeshDX8::LockVertexBuffer”, bad textures, spikes and other problems that eventually leads the game to crash.
Although the problem has not been recognized by Nvidia or Valve and there seems to be some strong debate ongoing between the community and Nvida. However, this is not a post to fire shots on Nvidia or debate over CUDA, I will just provide the solution which fixed the problem (spikes and “Failed to lock vertex buffer in CMeshDX8::LockVertexBuffer”) for me.
1. Go to Nvidia Control Panel
2. Click on Manage 3D Settings and go to Program Settings
3. Set the program as Dota 2. Find it from the drop box. If there isn’t one, add dota.exe
4. CUDA – GPUs : Off (Uncheck all the GPUs)
5. Threaded Optimization : Off
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I hope I was able to help you out solving lag issues! Feel free to contact me for any questions!
glhf :)
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I’ve been around reading on several dota 2 forums looking for a fix to the random fps drops I encounter in the game, I really thought it was something wrong with my computer or some kind of heating issue. Doing some research led me to find out that the fps drop while in game is caused by the game not using the cpu to the fullest. Here is the fix, go to
c:\Steam\SteamApps\common\dota 2 beta\dota\cfg
and inside the config file paste this command: engine_no_focus_sleep 0
^^Update you will have to make an autoexec.cfg file to paste this into for it to work if the other method doesn't work.^^
This command will tell the pc to stop dropping the cpu usage for the game and will stay constant. I’ve been here on the forums complaining about this problem for a while and finally found a fix to the issue.
Tip: You can also try setting your windows theme to basic mode, that can also help with lots of lag in Dota.
Now for menu lag, if you’re getting moments where the game just lags when in the menu then it might be due to the flame effects that overlay the background in the menu itself. Add this command to the launch options via properties inside of dota 2 indside of your game library. Go to your games right click dota and go to properties and next click launch options and add this in there. If you have any other launch options already be sure to add a space in between each command.
-dota_embers 0
If this helped anyone by all means share this post to help others out.
EDIT: Ok since a lot of you do not know how to make an autoexec.cfg file I've decided to upload one with the commands to mediafire, you can add more commands that you like Dota to use everytime you launch it. Drag and drop the file to
c:\Steam\SteamApps\common\dota 2 beta\dota\cfg
Download link: Mediafire
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I’ve been around reading on several dota 2 forums looking for a fix to the random fps drops I encounter in the game, I really thought it was something wrong with my computer or some kind of heating issue. Doing some research led me to find out that the fps drop while in game is caused by the game not using the cpu to the fullest. Here is the fix, go to
c:\Steam\SteamApps\common\dota 2 beta\dota\cfg
and inside the config file paste this command: engine_no_focus_sleep 0
^^Update you will have to make an autoexec.cfg file to paste this into for it to work if the other method doesn't work.^^
This command will tell the pc to stop dropping the cpu usage for the game and will stay constant. I’ve been here on the forums complaining about this problem for a while and finally found a fix to the issue.
Tip: You can also try setting your windows theme to basic mode, that can also help with lots of lag in Dota.
Now for menu lag, if you’re getting moments where the game just lags when in the menu then it might be due to the flame effects that overlay the background in the menu itself. Add this command to the launch options via properties inside of dota 2 indside of your game library. Go to your games right click dota and go to properties and next click launch options and add this in there. If you have any other launch options already be sure to add a space in between each command.
-dota_embers 0
If this helped anyone by all means share this post to help others out.
EDIT: Ok since a lot of you do not know how to make an autoexec.cfg file I've decided to upload one with the commands to mediafire, you can add more commands that you like Dota to use everytime you launch it. Drag and drop the file to
c:\Steam\SteamApps\common\dota 2 beta\dota\cfg
Download link: Mediafire
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