r_overBrightBits is a Soldier of Fortune 2 console variable (CVAR) in the Graphics group. Number of overbright bits to apply to the scene for added brightness. Its default value is "1".
- Default
1- Syntax
seta r_overBrightBits "0"- Example
seta r_overBrightBits "1"- Notes
- 0 = disabled. Higher values increase scene brightness beyond normal gamma.
How to change it
Open the console with ~ and type the command:
seta r_overBrightBits "1"
To keep the setting, put the same line (starting with seta) in your config file, such as sof2mp.cfg in the game's base folder.

