How to improve your FPS and performance in Soulbound

Performance Optimization for Soulbound

Soulbound pushes browser gaming to its limits, but there’s still plenty you can do to enhance your gameplay performance. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve the best possible frame rates and smoothness in Soulbound.

Introduction to Performance Improvements 0:00

• Soulbound is a browser-based MMO that can be performance-intensive.
• Performance can be affected by CPU clock speed and age, with modern CPUs like M-series chips performing better.
• Players may need to experiment with settings to find the best performance for their hardware.

Step 1: Set a Realistic Frame Rate Cap 0:53

• Navigate to the graphics settings to adjust the frame rate cap.
• Set a realistic frame rate cap based on your performance:
  • If struggling to maintain 40-50 FPS, cap it at 30 FPS.
  • This allows the browser more time for computations, improving overall gameplay experience despite lower visual smoothness.

Texture Scale and Graphics Settings 1:23

• Lowering texture scale can significantly improve performance:
  • Reducing texture scale to a quarter can enhance smoothness, even if graphics appear poorer.
• Experiment with texture size settings to find a balance between visual quality and performance.

Impact of Particles and Shaders 2:18

• Reducing particle effects and shaders can lead to noticeable performance improvements, especially in dungeons.
• Players should test these settings to see how they affect FPS in different game areas.

Turning Off Shadows and Glows 2:59

• Disabling shadows and glow effects can provide a performance boost, particularly in dungeons.
• Players should find a balance between visual fidelity and performance by selectively turning off these effects.

Performance on Different Hardware 4:39

• Performance varies significantly based on hardware:
  • High-end devices like MacBook M3 can achieve higher FPS.
  • Older Intel chips may struggle, so testing is essential.
• Avoid running multiple applications while playing to maximize performance, as the game runs on a single CPU core.

Future Improvements 5:24

• Ongoing updates aim to enhance performance, with significant gains expected in upcoming releases.
• Players can look forward to improvements that may boost performance by 30-50% in future updates.