27 Sims 4 GShade Presets To Check Out!
It’s so good to know that there are beautiful Sims 4 Gshade presets that are free to download!
After downloading your favorite Sims 4 GShade preset, you can use it to customize and enhance the graphics of your game to create a different atmosphere and mood!
Important note: Gshade no longer works, you will NEED an older version for it to work in your game.
Sims 4 GShade Presets
This list is a curation of Sims 4 GShade presets. BTW, GShade is not ReShade. GShade is a modified version of ReShade with pre-configured enhancements, while ReShade itself allows for more extensive customization and user-generated presets.
1. Sweet & Sour GShade by Asimsa
Get ready to switch between these two presets effortlessly, allowing you to transform the vibe of your Sims 4 experience in an instant. Sweet & Sour is an AMAZING option.
Choose Sweet for dazzling pink tones and striking shadows, perfect for capturing stunning screenshots.
Alternatively, opt for Sour to infuse your gameplay with a delightful brightness and vibrance, without overwhelming the visuals.
2. Glow GShade Preset by by chewybutterfly
If you love taking screenshots, you probably need to try this amazing Glow Gshade preset!
It drastically improves the aesthetic of the game visual and has a gorgeous cottage feel to it.
In my observation, this is best to use for outdoor screenshots!
3. Sims 4 GShade Preset by Moonivys
Do you love outlines? If so, maybe you need to try this unique TS4 GShade preset!
There are 2 versions available, with version 2 is clearer than version 1
Don’t forget to disable edge smoothing (under Game Options >> Graphics) for the best result!
4. Strudel Gshade Preset by Elaina
If you’re looking for a soft and warm Gshade preset for The Sims 4, do check out this Strudel one!
As someone who wants to have the ENTIRE game look aesthetic, I am so happy to find this preset because it’s available for both gameplay and screenshot!
You can easily change the look by pressing shift+2 or shift+4.
5. Storybook GShade Preset by ellcrze
This beautiful Storybook GShade preset changes the lighting of the objects as if they are touched by direct sunlight.
It makes the game looks more realistic!
6. Candy Heart GShade Preset by Lady Simmer
Now if you love anything vibrant or vivid, be sure to check out this awesome Candy Heart GShade preset because it gives more vibrance to the game visual!
It’s best to use in CAS mode because it’s too dark for gameplay.
7. Cotton Candy GShade Preset by Kawaii Whims
This specific Cotton Candy Gshade preset brings out the brightness level of the game graphic.
When used properly, it can be a great tool to brighten up the look of the day.
However, in my observation, it’s not a good idea to use it when you need a close-up look of a sim as it can be too bright.
8. Draincore Gshade Preset by gloomiee
Technically, the Draincore Gshade preset is not for gameplay.
It’s best for screenshots on the CAS screen only because as you can see, it makes the sim blurry and you don’t want to have a gameplay like that.
That said, it’s a cute style for taking photos.
9. Gretchen Gshade Preset by talentedtrait
Talentedtrait is a Sims 4 pose creator as well as Sims 4 preset creator and is super talented.
This Gretchen preset is cute and fun!
10. Ophelia Gshade Preset by talentedtrait
The Gretchen preset above was *accidentally* crafted when the creator tried to tweak Ophelia Gshade preset.
So, this preset is kind of the original version of the previous preset above. Both of them are stunning!
I highly recommend both of them if you wanna take a gorgeous screenshot!
11. Sims 4 GShade Preset by mushroomwhims “Thunderstorm”
The Thunderstorm download is a beautiful Gshade preset that brings out the unique look!
It’s especially good for taking screenshot of your home builds.
12. Sims 4 Gshade Preset by ellcrze “Bloom”
This Bloom Gshade preset is gorgeous for a more cottage-focused game.
The pink and blue colors are dominant in this preset, making it adorable and feminine.
13. Coco Dreams Gshade Preset by simbeautyguru
If you have more dark-skinned sims in your game, you should try this gorgeous Coco Dreams Gshade preset.
Not only is a unique, but it intensifies darker tones for a more dramatic look!
14. On Cloud 9 GShade Preset by TheBlondeSimmer
The On Cloud 9 preset is both a ReShade and a GShade that’s perfect if you need fall vibes in your game.
Make your game a tad bit more bright with this fun download.
15. Sassy Frassy GShade Preset by MidsummerMoon20
If you want to slightly add some aesthetic layer to your gameplay, give this Sassy Frassy Gshade preset a try!
It makes the look more realistic but nothing crazy.
Note that this is no longer a supported gshade, so chances are things WILL look different. AKA download at your own risk.
16. Neapolitan GShade Presets Pack by MidsummerMoon20
There are 3 different Neapolitan GShade presets in this pack: strawberry preset, vanilla preset, and chocolate preset.
Each of them has a unique vibe and you can pick your favorite one!
17. Milky Pastels GShade Preset by Simdriella
Sometimes I feel sad when there is a certain thing on the internet I cannot access because they require something that is too high or too new.
When you need a GShade Preset that is suitable for older laptops or computers, you can try this Milky Pastels one!
You don’t need crazy requirements to have this Sims 4 Gshade preset.
18. Angel Cake GShade Preset by Lady Simmer
If you want a preset that makes the look more sharp or more defined, do check out this Angel Cake one!
This is a preset really focused on the details, so if that’s your thing it’s the one for you.
19. Tofu Gshade Preset by Ellcruze
The Tofu Gshade is my favorite Sims 4 Gshade preset so far!
It makes the look aesthetic and clear without being too bright or altering the color too far. This is the kind of the Sims 4 look that I find pleasing.
20. Latte GShade Preset by ellcrze
The Latte GShade Preset adds a warm tone to your game.
It works for both gameplay and screenshots, adding a little more peachy tones to it.
21. Petals GShade Preset by chewybutterfly
The Petals GShade Preset is lovely, though it isn’t meant for gameplay.
It takes some truly gorgeous screenshots though.
22. Marigold GShade Preset by MidsummerMoon20
The Marigold GShade is no longer supported.
That said, if you have an older version it, this lightweight preset is perfect for your game.
23. Cranberry GShade Preset by Elaina
If you want a bit more red in your game, Cranberry is the way to go.
It’s a simple preset that adds a touch of red to your game’s look.
24. Dreamy GShade Preset by gloomie
If you like more pink cartoony vibes, then the Dreamy preset is for you.
This is meant to be a CAS preset NOT intended to be used in gameplay.
25. Frosty Delights GShade Preset by Lady Simmer
Perfect for a bright winter’s day, this Frosty Delights Gshade is pretty.
It provides you with a little rustic appeal to your look.
26. Groovy GShade Preset by ellcrze
Add some truly groovy style to your game with this groovy gshade preset.
27. Secluded GShade Preset by tetonet
This Secluded preset filters out the blue and is GREAT if you want to take some stylish screenshots.
It’s not meant for CAS or really gameplay, really just for screenshots of builds.
How do you install GShade presets in Sims 4?
Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for installing Gshade for The Sims 4:
- First, make sure you have removed Reshade and backed up your presets.
- Download GShade as well as your favorite GShade presets.
- Run the downloaded .exe file of GShade.
- Follow the installation wizard and select The Sims 4 as the game you want to install Gshade for.
- Set the folder for saving screenshots.
- Move the downloaded presets to the G-Shade presets folder.
- Start the game and wait for G-Shade to load (it might take longer the first time).
- Open the G-Shade settings menu.
- Set the overlay key and shader toggle key to preferred keys.
- Configure the screenshot key and set the screenshot path.
- Enable the “Show screenshot message” option for visual confirmation.
- Ensure the game looks the same as before.
- Press the overlay key to open G-Shade.
- In the home section, choose the desired preset folder.
- Select the appropriate preset (high-end, low-end, build screenshots, or Sim screenshots).
- Adjust settings within the preset as needed.
- Play the game and experience the preset’s effects.
Does Gshade work with Sims 4?
Technically Gshade no longer works with Sims 4, so if you want to use it, you will need to download an older version (unless you already have it installed).
Before using the Gshade preset:
Remember that there are some adjustments to do:
- Edge Smoothing: Turn it off. Disabling edge smoothing can result in sharper and more defined edges, enhancing the overall visual clarity of objects and characters in the game.
- 3D Scene Resolution: Set it to high. Increasing the 3D scene resolution can improve the level of detail and sharpness in the game’s graphics, making the visuals more immersive and realistic.
- Post-Processing Effects: Turn them off. Disabling post-processing effects can help maintain a clean and unfiltered appearance, reducing any potential visual distortions or alterations that may be introduced by these effects.
Final Thoughts Sims 4 Gshade Presets
Not everyone likes the base look of the Sims 4 game, whether they’re looking to create screenshots or they want their gameplay to look a tad bit different and that’s where Gshade (a specific type of reshade) comes in.
It’s important to note that Gshade no longer works – as in you can’t actually download a new copy of it. With that in mind, you only want to download these presets if you have (or can get your hands on) an old version of Gshade.
If you download these presets for reshade they WILL look different.
