performance update Archives

AppWizard

January 29, 2026

The new Monster Hunter Wilds update is way better than I was expecting, and I can see the light at the end of the tunnel

Capcom has released a performance update for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing framerate drops and stuttering issues. The update reduces CPU and GPU load, decreases shader warming processes, and improves texture streaming. Players have reported noticeable improvements in framerate stability, with averages reaching between 55 and 70 frames per second during gameplay. Community feedback has been largely positive, with users experiencing smoother gameplay and fewer performance issues. The update includes new graphics settings and a high-resolution texture pack that requires a redownload of approximately 31GB but results in a total size reduction of about 45GB. Additionally, performance issues related to the 'DLC cat' have been addressed. The update, version 1.040.03.01, is now live on Steam.

AppWizard

December 31, 2025

Worst Optimized PC Games of 2025

As of 2025, the following PC games are noted for their poor optimization: 7) Rise of the Ronin: Criticized for high GPU demands that do not justify the visuals, resulting in a chaotic experience on Ultra Settings. 6) Double Fine’s Keeper: Requires players to lower settings to Medium to achieve smooth 60FPS at Native 4K, despite its striking art style. 5) The Outer Worlds 2: Nearly unplayable with Ray Tracing enabled; struggles on mid-range PCs due to heavy reliance on few CPU cores, with stuttering issues and unimpressive graphics. 4) Borderlands 4: While a recent update has improved performance for GPUs with 8GB of VRAM, it still suffers from stutters and high GPU requirements. 3) Monster Hunter Wilds: Continues to face significant performance problems despite a recent update and promises for future improvements. 2) Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2: Experiences severe stuttering that can render it unplayable, with only minor hotfixes provided. 1) Oblivion Remastered: Plagued by stutters and bugs, with no updates since April, despite visual upgrades.

AppWizard

September 25, 2025

This new Baldur’s Gate 3 update makes the game run way better on your Steam Deck

Baldur's Gate 3 has received a significant update, Hotfix 34, aimed at improving its performance on the Steam Deck. This update introduces a native version of the game, replacing the previously used Proton version, and includes enhancements such as reduced loading times, smoother gameplay, and increased frame rate stability. Players who accessed the game via Proton will not automatically switch to the native version and can refer to a detailed guide provided by Larian for the update process and troubleshooting. Despite being two years since its launch, Baldur's Gate 3 remains one of the top 10 most played games on Steam. The update was initiated by an engineer working on a smoother gameplay experience during personal time, which was later advanced for official release after testing by fellow developers.

AppWizard

June 18, 2025

Minecraft’s Nintendo Players Request “Switch 2 Edition” After Graphics Update Skips Switch

Mojang has launched a visual graphics upgrade for Minecraft called 'Vibrant Visuals' alongside the 'Chase the Skies' drop. Nintendo Switch players are disappointed that the Switch trailer does not feature the new visual enhancements, leading to calls for a "Switch 2 Edition" that would include these updates. The Vibrant Visuals update enhances the game's aesthetics without changing gameplay mechanics and allows players to toggle the enhancements on and off. Mojang has expressed a commitment to bringing this graphical update to as many devices as possible in the future. The latest update for the Switch version introduces new features, including a flying mount, building in the sky, leashing camels, a new music disc, and a Player Locator bar.

Winsage

August 29, 2024

AMD Ryzen Windows Speed Boost Available To All: Here’s How To Get It

AMD has announced that the Windows 11 preview optimization for Ryzen CPUs is now available in the public version 23H2, having been backported by Microsoft. Users can access the update, identified as KB5041587, through Windows Update. A restart is required after installation for the changes to take effect, leading to improved performance for Ryzen CPUs, particularly the 5000, 7000, and 9000 series. Recent evaluations indicate that this update could provide up to a 35% performance increase in gaming and an average boost of 11% across various titles. The update was initially intended for the future 24H2 version of Windows 11, but its early release was prompted by demand from Ryzen CPU owners and reviewers.