We haven’t needed motion blur in games for a long time, so I wish it would stop being the default
PC Gamer argues that motion blur should no longer be enabled by default in modern games. The opinion is that advances in display technology and frame rates have reduced any need for the effect, while it can make gameplay look less clear and cause discomfort for some players.
The article presents this as a usability and presentation issue rather than an essential visual feature. Its central point is that developers should make motion blur optional and leave it disabled by default, allowing players to choose whether they value the intended cinematic effect.
- Motion blur is criticised as an outdated default setting.
- Modern displays reduce the need for the effect.
- Players should choose whether to enable it.