Wuchang Performance and Optimization Guide: Fallen Feathers

If you've ventured into the clutches of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers , you'll have noticed that the game is a true visual gem, but technically it can be a real headache. The transition from Unreal Engine 4 to 5 has left some flaws, and if you don't adjust the settings properly, you're very likely to experience stuttering and frame rate drops that will ruin your experience on Windows 11 or Steam Deck.

To save you from getting bogged down battling tweaks instead of bosses, we've scoured all the available information to create a comprehensive optimization guide . From how to get the most out of your NVIDIA GPU to tips and tricks for starting the game with the best possible setup, here's everything you need to make the game run smoothly.

Graphics Optimization: How to Gain FPS

The key to preventing the game from becoming a slideshow lies in certain specific settings. The number one culprit for performance issues is Global Illumination ; if you disable it, you'll notice most of the stuttering disappears and you could gain up to 20% more frames per second, although the lighting will lose some realism.

Regarding shadows, surprisingly, the Ultra setting performs better than the Extreme option, which is absurdly demanding and can drop your FPS by 20%. On the other hand, if you want an extra boost without the game looking bad, lower the Vegetation Quality to Low , which will give you an improvement of between 5% and 10%.

Don't ignore reflections either. Setting Reflection Quality to Low eliminates indirect reflected lighting, resulting in another 5-10% performance gain. It's crucial to mention that upscaling is practically mandatory for the game to be playable; ideally, the internal resolution should be kept between 50% and 65%.

Performance based on Hardware and Technologies

The game supports DLSS 4 and multi-frame upscaling , which is great if you have an RTX 40 or 50 series card, provided you're already getting around 40 FPS. However, it's a shame that it doesn't include native support for AMD FSR 3 or Intel XeSS 2.0 , so AMD users will have to force upscaling through their drivers.

• 1080p: An RTX 2080 Ti achieves around 42 FPS at maximum quality, while to reach a stable 60 you'll need at least one RTX 4070 SUPER.
• 1440p: Things get ugly here with 27 FPS on the 2080 Ti, requiring a RTX 5080 to get closer to 60 FPS.
• 4K: This is beast territory. An RTX 4090 reaches 41 FPS, but the RTX 5090 with DLSS 4 It can fly at up to 211 FPS in x4 quality mode.

It is worth noting that patch 1.3 has brought a breath of fresh air, improving FPS by between 10% and 20% and considerably reducing stuttering.

Getting Started Guide: How to Begin Super-Powered

To avoid struggling in the first few hours, optimizing your build is vital. If you have the Deluxe Edition, the extra red shards will allow you to level up about 10 times quickly. If not, don't worry, but make sure you bring plenty of healing consumables for the first big challenge: the Straw Hat Man. The key here is not to rush in recklessly and to study his attack patterns.

After defeating him, don't head straight ahead; explore to the left to find enemies with red feathers and improve your skill. Don't forget to speak to the NPC He Youzai to obtain the Bamboo Lamp , essential for navigating dark areas without being blind, and enter the cave to acquire the Vorpal Blade spell.

A crucial point is defeating the cave maiden to unlock the Blessings on the altars , allowing you to apply up to three effects per weapon. Take this opportunity to grab the Forgotten Memory from the nearby chest to enhance your healing abilities and collect throwing daggers from the river birds.

Recommended Equipment and Weapons

To improve your survival skills, look for monk robes in caves due to their good starting resistance. For weapons, the Red Tile Spear (found after a campfire) and the Darkfrost Blade are excellent choices to begin with. If you're looking for protection, the Anti-Burn Pendant and Counterforce Talisman are essential for mitigating damage and enhancing your counterattacks.

Later, after progressing through the temple and using the boss key, descend to the lower sanctuary to obtain the Whip Sword , which is notable for its long reach and scaling in strength and agility. For defensive equipment, try to obtain the Ming Dynasty armor by defeating the swift warrior or the Centipede armor after the warship boss.

Having an optimized graphics configuration by disabling global illumination and using DLSS, along with a smart equipment path that prioritizes the Whip Blade and altar blessings, will completely transform your experience in this demanding action RPG.