Linux Review:

Monster Hunter Wilds

The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.

PROTON TIER: SILVER

Monster Hunter Wilds immerses players in a dynamic world where nature’s raw power reshapes the landscape, chronicling the struggles of humans and monsters striving for coexistence.

Status Proton (Silver)

TWEAKS & TRICKS

• Problem: Variable performance, resulting in inconsistent frame rates.
  • Solution: WINE_CPU_TOPOLOGY=[Core Count]:[Threads per Core],... (Ensure correct topology based on CPU specifications)
• Problem: Low framerates despite reduced graphics settings.
  • Solution: VKD3D_CONFIG=no_frame_pacing
• Problem: General performance issues.
  • Solution: PROTON_ENABLE_NVAPI=1
• Problem: Occasional stuttering or hiccups during gameplay.
  • Solution: PROTON_NO_ESYNC=1 & PROTON_NO_FSYNC=1
• Problem: Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) issues.
  • Solution: PROTON_ENABLE_VRR=1
• Problem: HDR configuration requiring manual adjustment.
  • Solution: DXVK_HDR=1 gamescope -f -W 1920 -H 1080 -r 240 --hdr-enabled -- %command%
• Problem: Issues related to DLSS/FSR.
  • Solution: PROTON_DLSS_UPGRADE=1 & PROTON_USE_NTSYNC=1 & FSR Framegen with Boost
• Problem: Potential for sub-optimal performance on Nvidia GPUs.
  • Solution: __GL_SYNC_TO_VBLANK=0 & VK_NV_low_latency2
• Problem: Potential conflicts with the Nvidia Optimizer.
  • Solution: PROTON_HIDE_NVIDIA_GPU=0 & PROTON_ENABLE_NGX_UPDATER=1

Verdict

Monster Hunter Wilds is playable on Linux via Proton, earning a Silver rating. While Capcom’s optimization remains a limiting factor, users have successfully achieved playable framerates through careful configuration of launch options, particularly for Nvidia GPU users. Experimentation with different Proton versions and launch parameters is recommended to optimize settings for individual systems.