Unraveling Monster Hunter Wilds PC Performance Issues
The widespread concern over the PC performance of Monster Hunter Wilds has taken an unexpected turn. Players on Reddit noted that buying downloadable content (DLC) appeared to enhance performance. This observation was made by user de_Tylmarande, who found that a Steam account loaded with DLC ran significantly smoother compared to his own without it.
Understanding the Performance Issues
While the initial reports suggested that purchasing DLC might be a solution, the reality is more nuanced. The performance problems are attributed to a bug rather than a lack of content. Specifically, the issue arises from the game’s frequent checks for installed DLC, which disproportionately affect the CPU during gameplay.
The Impact of DLC Checks
To further investigate, a performance test was conducted using a Ryzen 5 3600 processor paired with an Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti. Utilizing the “Less DLC Checks” mod, which interfaces with the RE Framework modding tool, players can minimize unnecessary DLC checks. This mod shows a counter to track the number of checks performed during gameplay.
- Initial tests showed zero DLC checks in early-game saves.
- Upon interacting with a character offering the DLC menu, checks skyrocketed to thousands within minutes.
This significant CPU load worsened an already strained system performance, especially in hub areas where such checks were frequent.
Performance Test Results
Three separate performance tests were executed under varying settings to gauge the mod’s impact:
| Settings | Performance Improvement (%) |
|---|---|
| 1440p Ultra with RT and DLSS Balanced | 11.4% |
| High Settings with RT | 20% |
| Lowest Settings with RT Off and DLSS Ultra Performance | 25.6% |
The data indicates notable performance boosts with the mod activated, alleviating some of the CPU strain caused by DLC checks. It is crucial to note that these checks predominantly occur near Support Desk felynes in Base Camp, activating when players are close enough to receive DLC notifications.
Conclusion and Recommendations
While the narrative claiming that buying DLC improves frame rates has been officially debunked, the underlying performance issues remain a concern for Capcom. The situation requires addressing; however, the Less DLC Checks mod offers a temporary solution. It enhances gameplay within Monster Hunter Wilds by reducing the CPU burden caused by excessive DLC checks.
Players should be aware that although the mod mitigates some performance issues, broader challenges continue to affect the game. Ongoing improvements appear necessary to resolve the long-standing performance problems present in this PC version of Monster Hunter Wilds.
