Overview
- Reddit user de_Tylmarande compared two Steam accounts on identical hardware and saw hubs drop to 20–25 FPS with no DLC versus 80+ FPS with all DLC.
- They hypothesize an aggressive DLC ownership check that repeatedly fails when content is missing, dragging down performance.
- A proof-of-concept mod that makes the game think DLC is present—without unlocking content—eliminated the drops and boosted frame rates.
- The user has forwarded evidence to Capcom and says an open-source bypass will be released if the issue is not addressed.
- Digital Foundry has contacted the tester to review the findings, as Steam user sentiment for Wilds sits around 49% positive.