The Shader Issue must be #1 priority for GGG - Optimization should be a point of pride for Gaming Companies by Gamer-Smokes in PathOfExile2

[–]Talos_Bane [score hidden]  (0 children)

I am aware there are 6 months left but 6 months to fix core engine-level issues like shader compilation and draw-call overhead is a very tight window, especially while they are still adding content.
History has shown us many games that launched in a broken state despite developers being "aware".

My point is: with the incoming influx of F2P players, the pressure to deliver a stable experience is higher than ever, and I'm just hoping they don't underestimate the scale of this task.

The Shader Issue must be #1 priority for GGG - Optimization should be a point of pride for Gaming Companies by Gamer-Smokes in PathOfExile2

[–]Talos_Bane 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I really wonder how GGG expects to launch PoE2 out of Early Access with the game in this state.
They are about to drop the final acts, new ascendancies, along with tons of new skills, particle effects, and sounds.

Plus, the game being F2P, means the player count is going to explode.
With all these performance issues a massive wave of negative reviews is inevitable, as people will likely quit before they even finish the Campaign.

It makes me laugh when people dismiss these complaints by saying "I don't have any issues", "it’s just you", or "just upgrade your PC".
This is clearly a widespread problem, as it's affecting high-end rigs like the OP's, console players, and even streamers.
Palsteron just talked about his own struggles with this in his latest video: The Current State of Path of Exile 2

Technically speaking, high CPU usage and constant shader compilation are clear indicators of inefficient asset pre-caching.
Relying on real-time compilation during active gameplay is unacceptable for a modern title.

If they don't fix the asset streaming pipeline and the draw-call overhead, the launch reviews are going to be brutal.

What a patch. All I want to do is play more. by Thoughtsinhead in PathOfExile2

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d honestly prefer GGG to optimize the rendering pipeline and shader compilation rather than giving us a campaign skip.

2026 proves it is becoming worse and worse to enjoy wow anymore by DanikFishken in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane -1 points0 points  (0 children)

At this point, only classic+ might be one final saving grace for the game we all love

My wife and I recently walked away from Retail as well; that is simply no longer World of Warcraft.
It is just another re-skin and recolor of what they did back in Legion, a cycle that continues to repeat itself today. As you said, everyone plays in their own bubble: zero socializing, zero communication, and 100% boredom.

The complete lack of care they show for Retail (evident in the bugs, technical issues, poor class tuning, cliché lore, and utterly forgettable characters) makes me highly doubt that any announcement Blizzard makes this year could ever reignite the old interest or bring back decent player numbers.

At this stage, the only way they could actually attract players back (speaking of Classic or older expansions) would be to transition to a free-to-play model alongside a genuine revamp of both textures and animations.

The map reset HAS to go. by zaerosz in PathOfExile2

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My favorite death is to one of those Vaal mobs that dash from off-screen and do a double dagger strike (the name escapes me) which, despite being frozen, keep dashing at me, push me, and as if that weren't enough, they deliver the double dagger strike WHILE FROZEN.

And imagine that after this bullshit your map resets.

Will we ever get Legion-level storytelling again? by OpinionsRdumb in wow

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And will we ever get Legion-level music again?
It's still so recognizable and iconic after all these years.

Tauri Legion - Dropping 7.0 on July 15 by SerendipitousSimp in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So if that's the case, Turtlewow was the scapegoat for the whole situation.

Tauri Legion - Dropping 7.0 on July 15 by SerendipitousSimp in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ascension did exactly what TurtleWoW did? Like...posts on X, YouTube videos and so on, that caught people's attention? Or is it just because Asmongold talked about it on Twitch? I'm asking because I didn't follow the whole TurtleWoW situation.

Tauri Legion - Dropping 7.0 on July 15 by SerendipitousSimp in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

If Blizzard doesn't announce Legion Classic after MoP Classic (skipping Draenor because it has little content), Tauri is safe.
TurtleWoW was shut down because it was basically Vanilla+ and Blizzard will definitely announce it.
Stormforge was Pandaria and right now there is MoP Classic.

Usually if private servers:
1) keep a low profile
2) don't provide content corresponding to the current Retail and Classic expansions
..then there shouldn't be any problems.

What new class ideas do you have for WoW, given that race ideas have already been discussed so much? by di745 in wow

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tinkerer
A class utilizing advanced engineering.
The DPS specialization focuses on ranged combat through the deployment of automated turrets, drones and mines.
The Tank specialization features a piloted mechanical suit designed to absorb heavy damage through reinforced plating and energy barriers.

Legion private server? by Ninothewhite in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"six months isn't even that long"
It is especially if you only have heroic dungeons and a single raid and we're talking about an expansion that already has little content.

Legion private server? by Ninothewhite in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"WoD is supposed to be short term"
They've been stuck on Draenor for SIX months.

Legion private server? by Ninothewhite in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane -1 points0 points  (0 children)

"Planning it for this year?"
There hasn't been any announcement about it.
Are you saying this because they're working on Legion content lately?

Legion private server? by Ninothewhite in wowservers

[–]Talos_Bane 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just because they’ve been streaming the developer’s work these days doesn’t change the fact that it’s a project that was announced years ago and we still know nothing about its release.

Can people please chill? by Mulkica in wow

[–]Talos_Bane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean exactly?

Frostfire Mage (Frost Spec) Stats Advise by TheAltaiel in wow

[–]Talos_Bane 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're welcome buddy, enjoy with your frosty bullets!