Windrose Patch Reduces High Disk Usage Reported After Early Access Launch
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Kraken Express has released a patch for its pirate survival game Windrose that addresses high disk usage reported by players following its early access launch last month. The update fixes unnecessary CPU usage and reduces disk activity during gameplay. The game sold 1 million copies in its first six days.
Facts First
- A patch for Windrose reduces high disk usage reported during gameplay.
- The update also fixes unnecessary CPU usage on idle servers and clients.
- Players reported significant disk writes, with spikes up to 30MB/s and potential writes of 108GB/hour.
- Windrose sold 1 million copies in its first six days after its early access release.
- The patch also implemented a new save file system and updated an item icon.
What Happened
Following Windrose's early access release last month, players and outlets reported the game was reading and writing large amounts of data to disk, with spikes of up to 30MB/s when roaming a base. YouTuber Pixel Operative noted the game could write up to 108GB per hour to an SSD. Developer Kraken Express has now released a patch that fixes 'unnecessary CPU usage on idle servers and clients' and reduces disk usage during gameplay. The same patch also implemented a new storage and backup system for save files and added an updated Wolf Head item icon.
Why this Matters to You
If you play Windrose, this patch may improve your system's performance and reduce wear on your SSD by lowering excessive disk writes. The fix for CPU usage on idle servers could also lead to better overall game stability and efficiency.
What's Next
With the core performance issue addressed, the developer is likely to continue refining Windrose based on player feedback during its early access period. The game's strong initial sales suggest a large player base is now testing these improvements.