Lighting
Lighting
Feels like a common issue when playing games. You often have to switch your monitor settings or adjust the display manually every time the game changes from dark to bright. This disrupts the experience and makes it harder to stay immersed. Is there a solution to this problem, or will it always be a challenge to see properly in the game?
never encountered such a problem before.
i always configure my displays and keep them as they are.
for individual games, i only adjust brightness or contrast when possible and generally leave settings unchanged during playthroughs.
with my television, i have various profiles/settings for different environments (dark room, lighted room, HDR, animation, live action, gaming, etc.) that i switch between depending on the content or time of day.
i haven’t had to manage this with pc monitors for gaming.
if you have another display available (like a tv), try using it and check if you experience the same issue.
if you don’t face the same problem, it’s likely just a limitation of your monitor’s contrast.
I use a PC, so I don't need a TV connected as a monitor. That's what the main purpose of a monitor is. If I wanted to use my TV, I'd be playing on PlayStation or Xbox.
the point is to determine if this is a specific issue with your specific monitor or not.
as i stated twice now,
no one ever mentioned that it had to be a TV.
you don't seem to be concerned with finding out if this is a fixable issue.
more just wanting someone to confirm that your display suffers from some definitive problem.
and nowadays there are TVs that match or exceed the quality of most gaming monitors. Features like OLED 240Hz, HDR1000, G-Sync/Freesync are available. You might not grasp what truly defines a display's quality—it comes from the technology and system used, not just whether it's called a "monitor" or "TV".
TVs have long been excellent choices for gaming screens. I own a 42" LG C3 OLED, and Filmmaker mode effectively addresses most of the issues you encounter. The tone mapping adjustment performs exceptionally well on this screen, making it a significant improvement. It's also incorrect to believe that TVs are only suitable for consoles or work best with them. Many users with high-end gaming PCs opt for premium TVs for their gaming sessions.
Another factor that influences performance is the room's lighting conditions. If your display has a dark panel, using dimmed room lighting—ideally with a backlighting kit—is recommended. I purchased mine for just $12 and found it to be quite effective. It supports dimming and emits bright white light across the 4K color range, which enhances color accuracy. However, if your ambient light is positioned directly in front of the screen, that could also affect visibility.
I’m not claiming my TV is the top choice, but this model features an IPS panel, which tends to be darker. OLEDs are generally better in this regard, especially with LG’s EVO technology improving brightness. Filmmaker mode becomes particularly useful when it’s unavailable, especially in dark environments. My previous Panasonic screen was also an IPS model, so I understand the challenges you face. I’ve experienced similar issues before.
Samsung QLED TVs offer bright OLED displays while maintaining sharp contrast. They tend to be more costly and usually don’t come in compact sizes like 42 inches. This makes them less appealing for my needs.
This setup is comparable to the lighting kit I purchased, except mine only provides white light rather than color-changing options. At the time of purchase, many customers reported missing the included dongle and remote, making it impossible to control brightness or power on/off without them. My unit didn’t have those features either, but I reached out to Power Practical, the manufacturer, and they provided a remote and dongle.