The Witcher 4: Potential Fixes for Unreal Engine 5 Stuttering Issues
As anticipation builds for The Witcher 4, developer CD Projekt Red (CDPR) may tackle the notorious stuttering issues that have affected many games built on Unreal Engine 5. While the studio is exploring innovative solutions, it’s important to note that not all improvements may be implemented swiftly.
During a recent podcast episode, the tech experts at Digital Foundry addressed a fan's inquiry about whether CDPR would resolve the Unreal Engine 5 stuttering issues in The Witcher 4.
The discussion referenced a presentation by Jarosław Rudzki at Unreal Fest Prague, where CDPR shared insights on CPU utilization and frame time challenges in expansive game worlds.
The presentation highlighted that as players navigate larger environments with more interactive elements, frame times tend to degrade, necessitating a shift in how Unreal Engine 5 handles streaming and other processes.
CDPR is likely to implement changes in The Witcher 4 to enhance performance and deliver a smoother open-world experience. However, improvements made for this title may not universally benefit all Unreal Engine 5 games. Some fixes could be specific to The Witcher 4, while broader engine-wide enhancements may take time to materialize.
Despite the partnership between CDPR and Epic Games, certain issues, such as the software Lumen problem affecting games like Fortnite, remain unresolved. This particular issue impacts performance on AMD APUs, including those in handheld devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally.
As CDPR works on these improvements, it remains to be seen how effectively they can address the stuttering issues that have plagued Unreal Engine 5 games. What are your thoughts on the potential fixes? Are you excited for The Witcher 4? Share your opinions in the comments below!
