What exactly is 'Super Water' when enabled in the graphics settings?

I was curious as well

"Super Water" is basically the advanced water options that came with the Late Night patch back in October 2010. When enabled, the water will have special effects like reflections. It can be a bit taxing on your graphics card, so you may not want to enable if you have a weak card.

https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/578028/what-is-super-water

I did a side by side comparison with the different settings (quitting and starting up again after adjusting settings). At first, I couldn't see anything but now I do think Super Water is ever so slightly more reflective. Still, they are both very similar if you ask me.

The top image shows a little bit of color in the reflection. I also think it appears slightly more detailed. *shrugs* I did my best to get the same angle in each shot.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AuMyguii0s5YKOwjJAcVVZZ60u0moAzv/view?usp=sharing

https://scontent-mia3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/65467186_111144000173254_7319701673520136192_o.jpg?_nc_cat=110&_nc_eui2=AeE4mL-KNrCIswJWQtqqu_Cq0xOHFXhahAtbcpQNZ_nfvKn2vY9AP2AGg_eY7nBAvCmGB_4MkSSexDEhcncosMdfKUqvz6ah-OzIHDIhA9tqFw&_nc_oc=AQkKxKg07vNOmnWRkzaAElM6FeEGjsTLSCBQSWAhHfHldRrA1vUHKLUYDSEXG5rCmcE&_nc_ht=scontent-mia3-2.xx&oh=32dae5deccf118972f7e2bb6f37808a6&oe=5DBD3CD0
I turned mine on and the water has a really glossy look to it.

https://scontent-mia3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/65306540_111145086839812_868314130937806848_o.jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_eui2=AeHCaRcNanRUGyiuI7qmU20P_zOIyA0epQGEuQ9X5YJ0MxtuYIa9CRsiR1-5zgJrcLs1zvrMeI4YUw_nkwXXZqNhMWg79iBRBzePki6YzmMGvg&_nc_oc=AQkNdhMC2m69-BLuakPkh7LIO95i4fj3rcmYQBTssiXNz-KNdOdGnu0Q9NAm_Tv8bbk&_nc_ht=scontent-mia3-2.xx&oh=59048660322b77c43420ebb991803bb6&oe=5D7911F3

@SimplyJen and @GraceyManor
Thank you both for the insight on this graphics option! Makes more sense now. And the pics definitely help, I really appreciate it :)

@Amphora - Sorry to have to tell you this, but the others here are pulling your leg. Super Water is actually wetter than regular water, it tastes better, and makes fantastic coffee (or tea). It has nothing to do with game graphics. They are only misleading you because they want to preserve the natural supply of Super Water and ensure there is enough for themselves to enjoy. >:)

I have all settings maxed out :)

Here's an example from my world, TwinTowns:
https://greywitches.files.wordpress.com/2016/05/tgw-02-30-51-a-moment10.jpg

And a few more from EA and Nilxis worlds:

It's true... I want all of the Super Water for myself. :D
https://media3.giphy.com/media/3ov9jW5LkqPw06WDCw/giphy.gif

The only setting I don't have maxed out is High Detail Lots. I've had Reflection Quality set to Mirrors & Super Water since the day my first gaming PC was put together. Yes, I am spoiled now. :sweat_smile:

"igazor;c-17139559" wrote:
@Amphora - Sorry to have to tell you this, but the others here are pulling your leg. Super Water is actually wetter than regular water, it tastes better, and makes fantastic coffee (or tea). It has nothing to do with game graphics. They are only misleading you because they want to preserve the natural supply of Super Water and ensure there is enough for themselves to enjoy. >:)

http://weknowmemes.com/generator/uploads/generated/g1411481116165747754.jpg

@SimplyJen beautiful photos! I usually keep reflection to mirror only ?