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Discussion in 'Release 10 Feedback' started by Lord_Darkmoon, Sep 26, 2014.

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  1. Lord_Darkmoon

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    I was just entering a house and suddenly it occured to me that it looked really odd that some objects like crates, barrels, chairs, workbenches etc don't cast shadows. Outside it looks really good with all the shadows and when you enter a house suddenly you notice that there are none anymore.
    Also I noticed that those objects don't cast shadows in the outside, too. Take a look at a crate or barrel outside.

    I think this is done due to performance reasons. I believe the game would take a huge performance hit if every object would cast a shadow but it sure does look odd... Maybe we could get the option to turn on and off those shadows?

    Part of why Skyrim looks good is the way they handle shadows, especially in interior areas.

    Just for comparison of how shadows can add to the look an atmosphere of a game:

    SotA interior:

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    Skyrim interior:

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