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DST Settings and Performance

Settings that matter for Don't Starve Together: stability, audio, and the options that actually change how you play.

Start with stability, not max settings

A hitch in Don't Starve Together is a lost fight, a missed click, or a crash into a wall. Cap FPS to a number you can hold, turn off extra overlays, and use a wired connection for anything competitive.

Setup note 1

Server settings: drop rates, seasons, and PvP. Agree before you starve together.

Setup note 2

Caves are a second map. Do not go unprepared.

Setup note 3

Workshop mods can add characters and items. Vanilla first if you want to learn the bosses.

Accessibility

If motion, color, or audio mix is fighting you, use the in-game accessibility options first. DST is more fun when you can actually parse the screen.