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FromSoftware’s latest patch forElden Ringhas left players scratching their heads with some of its suggested fixes for performance issues. After the release of theShadow of The ErdtreeDLC, players had issues with FPS drops and stutters in the Land of Shadows.
The first patch since the DLC’s release supposedly includes some tips for better performance. It suggests players use the “Rebuild Database” function, a feature unrelated to gameplay performance. Players are not too happy with this advice, as it seems like instead of fixing the actual problem, they’re just giving fake advice.
Elden Ring’s Latest Patch Gives Players a Weird Tip for Prevailing Performance Issues
Lance McDonald, a streamer, took to X to express his disbelief. He compared thesuggestionto the often-futile advice given by ISPs to delete cookies to improve internet speed.
Lmao Bandai Namco telling PS5 owners to try using the “Rebuild Database” function to improve the game’s framerate. That feature has absolutely no way to affect gameplay performance at all.Like when you call your ISP about slow internet and they tell you to try deleting cookies.pic.twitter.com/oYjVSlMw5T
McDonald clarified that the “Rebuild Database” function merely helps recover missing game icons after a firmware update and has no impact on gameplay performance.
fucking whatthat’s…actually a bonkers thing for them to say. Like how does that help anyone!?
The community response has been largely critical, with many players mocking the suggestion. These issues have been reported ever sincethe release of the DLCso we are due for an actual fix.
Uhm weird…I actually had a problem with ER some months ago when the game performance were absolutely disastrous for no reasons, out the blue. I did what they are suggesting and the framerate returned to normal (which is still not great of course).
One user mentioned experiencing terrible game performance out of the blue, only to find it improved after using the “Rebuild Database” function. However, these instances seem to be outliers, and many in the community view the suggestion as a placebo rather than a genuine fix.
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Other players shared personal anecdotes of the method having no impact on their game’s performance.
The patch notes for version 1.12.3 did include some potential reasons for performance issues, such as unintentional ray-tracing settings and conflicts with third-party mouse applications.
On PC, players are advised to disable any third-party mouse controlling apps and check the ray tracing settings to ensure they are not unintentionally enabled.
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Players are understandably frustrated with the ongoing performance issues inElden Ring, especially given the high expectations for a game of its caliber.
The addition of new content through theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC has been well-received, but the technical problems ruin the experience a bit.
Despite these updates, many players remain dissatisfied with the overall performance ofElden Ring.
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The patch notes did include several bug fixes, such as resolving issues with certain weapon skills and boss fight mechanics.
They even nerfed some ofthe more broken weapons and spellsthat were introduced in the DLC.
The community’s reaction has been overwhelmingly critical, with many expressing disappointment and frustration over FromSoftware’s handling of these technical issues.
Some players have pointed out that the performance problems seem more rooted in the game’s optimization rather than external factors.
Have you been facing performance issues inElden Ring’sShadow of The ErdtreeDLC? Let us know in the comments!
Daniel Royte
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
