Enshrouded: Dealing with Periodic Huge Framerate Drops

Issues with Enshrouded's framerate drops are causing chaos among players. What's causing the madness?

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Enshrouded has drawn attention due to periodic huge framerate drops affecting players in various ways. MallowOni, the original poster, highlighted the frustrating issue where the game’s framerate plunges dramatically for a few seconds, impacting both their gameplay and that of other players when hosting. The problem seems to occur more frequently when hosting on their desktop PC, specifically with a configuration consisting of a 5800X, an RTX 4070, and an Adata SX8200NP. However, the issue doesn’t manifest on their laptop, leading to speculation as to the root cause.

Summary

  • Players experiencing huge framerate drops in Enshrouded, particularly when hosting games.
  • Desktop PC configurations seem to be more prone to these issues compared to laptops.
  • Several factors, such as system resources and large game saves, could be contributing to the problem.

GPU Temperature Concerns

One user, bobam, inquired about GPU temperature fluctuations during the framerate drops, signaling a possible hardware-related cause for the issue. Monitoring hardware metrics could provide insights into potential overheating or performance bottlenecks.

Possible Causes and Solutions

SaraRainmaker highlighted various factors that could lead to decreased frames, suggesting potential culprits like large in-game structures or background programs draining system resources. Performing systematic troubleshooting, such as starting a new save or closing irrelevant processes, may help identify the underlying cause.

Performance Optimization

Trusty_Shellback shared a performance tip by disabling the background frame rate option, noting an improvement in gameplay speed. Exploring different in-game settings and options could offer temporary relief while the root issue is investigated further.

The Enshrouded community’s collective efforts to address these framerate challenges underscore the dedication and resilience of players in navigating technical hurdles within the game. As the community bands together to troubleshoot and share solutions, the camaraderie and support within the Enshrouded community shine through, reinforcing the enduring appeal of the game despite its occasional technical quirks.