The much-awaited PC port of The Last of Us Part I was released on Steam and Epic Games Store. However, players have complained of technical issues and bugs instead of a smooth and seamless gaming experience, resulting in over 9,000 “Mostly Negative” reviews on Steam. And a brand-new The Last of Us Part I v1.0.1.6 patch notes has been revealed.
The Last of Us Part I Update v1.0.1.6 Patch Notes
A new hotfix for The Last of Us is now live. This update addresses fixes that improve memory, performance, and more.
- Decreased PSO cache size to reduce memory requirements and minimize Out of Memory crashes
- Added additional diagnostics for developer tracking purposes
- Increased animation streaming memory to improve performance during gameplay and cinematics
- Fix for crash on boot relating to game save files
Naughty Dog has since released a hotfix patch for the game, focusing on stability, performance, and minor improvements. The patch aims to address some of the reported issues. Still, the developer has assured players that they are closely monitoring player reports and actively working on more bug fixes for future patches.
Despite the quick response from the developer, the negative feedback and issues with the PC port have undoubtedly impacted the game’s reputation and sales. Fans eagerly anticipating the PC release have been left disappointed, with some even calling for refunds due to the game’s poor performance.
It’s not uncommon for games to have bugs and glitches upon release, but the negative impact of these issues can be compounded when a game is released on a new platform. In this case, the PC port of The Last of Us has been a rocky start for a franchise that has otherwise been well-received and critically acclaimed.
How quickly and effectively Naughty Dog can address the issues with The Last of Us Part I v1.0.1.6 remains to be seen. The developer has promised to continue improving based on user feedback, but the damage has already been done regarding player perception and reviews.
