Monster Hunter Wilds DLC Testing Confirms Performance Boost Theory
Recent tests aimed at investigating the performance issues in *Monster Hunter Wilds* suggest that the game’s frame rate problems may be linked to its DLC checking process. Players have long speculated that a plethora of cosmetic DLCs, which total 190 and cost over £460, might be contributing to poor performance. As it turns out, these assumptions seem to hold some weight.
Framerate Testing Reveals Insights
A redditor by the username de_Tylmarande discovered a significant increase in framerates around *Monster Hunter Wilds*’ base camp hubs. By tricking the game into recognizing that all cosmetic DLCs were installed, de_Tylmarande noted that frame rates tripled in those areas.
Impact of Mods and Capcom’s Response
- A mod that limits DLC checks has been found to enhance performance, particularly near the DLC vendor.
- Capcom announced a patch slated for January 27th, aimed at improving performance.
To validate these findings, a series of tests were conducted on a clean install of the game. The testing utilized graphics cards with varying capabilities, including the popular RTX 4060 and the more powerful RTX 5080.
Performance Gains Observed
The results of the tests indicated modest frame rate improvements. With the RTX 4060 operating at 1080p/Ultra settings and utilizing Quality DLSS, the average framerate climbed from 66fps to just 67fps after the DLC purchases. Meanwhile, the RTX 5080 recorded more significant gains, moving from 67fps to 73fps at 4K/Ultra settings with similar DLSS support.
| Graphics Card | Resolution | Pre-DLC Avg FPS | Post-DLC Avg FPS | 0.1% Low FPS Pre-DLC | 0.1% Low FPS Post-DLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 4060 | 1080p/Ultra | 66fps | 67fps | 42fps | 45fps |
| RTX 5080 | 4K/Ultra | 67fps | 73fps | 27fps | 33fps |
Conclusion: A Cautionary Approach
This evidence indicates that while modifications may yield slight improvements, the frame rate enhancements are not as drastic as originally speculated. Moreover, the performance boost appears to be location-based, worsening as players approach the DLC vendor.
Given the minimal gains observed and the complexity of the issues, it is advisable that players refrain from purchasing the extensive list of cosmetic items in hopes of improving performance. Further assessments will follow the anticipated patch from Capcom to see if it resolves these peculiar performance challenges.
