[UI] - Advanced Graphics Settings

:bullseye: What is your suggestion?

I propose making the graphics settings more flexible and detailed.

Currently, we only have three modes — Fast, Balanced, and Pretty. This is enough for basic optimization but doesn’t allow players to fine-tune the visuals to their liking.

For example, in WoApedia, Hangar, and Fly View, airplanes look noticeably better: reflections, lighting, and surface gloss are visible. However, during gameplay at the airport, everything looks more matte and smoothed. It would be great if such visual detail could also be available while playing in airports.
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:hammer_and_wrench: How would it work in the game?

We could add a separate button, for example, “Advanced Graphics,” next to the current settings (Fast / Balanced / Pretty), where players can enable additional visual effects — reflections, lighting, texture details, etc.

These options could be turned on manually depending on the device’s performance, so it won’t affect gameplay on lower-end phones.

:balance_scale: Why is this a good idea?

It would enhance realism and make airport visuals more consistent with other modes (WoApedia, Hangar, Fly View).

Owners of high-end devices could enjoy more beautiful graphics, while others could maintain optimal performance. This would improve the overall visual experience and give players more flexibility in customizing graphics.

Note: This suggestion is based on features that are already present in other parts of the game.
It also takes into account the performance of different devices, so these would be additional graphics settings rather than a complete overhaul.

:camera_with_flash: Optional: Image or reference

Hangar

Fly View


WoApedia


As an example, I’m using the new Korean Air livery to show how this could look in practice.

In the game and in WoApedia currently


How it would look with the same level of detail



Someone with a 2014 phone will accidentally click that button and their phone will turn into a red hot brick making realistic jet engine noises :rofl:. I’d love to see better graphics though.

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I need this soon!!

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I’ve already made this suggestion, but unfortunately, it’s not currently possible because the devices wouldn’t be able to handle it, was the response… but I was also wondering why there aren’t any glossy finishes in the game itself. However, it’s present in the flight view, and our devices seem to tolerate it very well. But I agree with you; it would make it look a lot better.

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thanks for this idea. unfortunately it is not feasible. hangar, flyview and woapedia have completely different shaders that a mobile phone can handle because there is always only one plane. if this was played at the airport, a PC wouldn’t be able to handle it either.

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Hmmm ohhhhh :confused::disappointed_face: