A recent update for Marvel Tōkon on PC aims to resolve the significant performance issues that plagued the 4v4 tag fighter at launch. Arc System Works released the patch earlier this week, focusing on technical optimizations that have already begun to shift the game's Steam user rating back toward "Mixed."
Key Technical Fixes
According to the official patch notes, the developers identified specific background processes that were causing instability. The most significant changes include:
- Audio Processing: The game was previously performing "unnecessary checks" for audio inputs, which resulted in sudden frame drops.
- CPU Optimization: The patch reduced overall CPU usage, specifically addressing high load during the game's startup process and during active matches.
These changes are designed to minimize the performance dips that were previously causing up to eight frames of rollback in online modes. While reports indicate the game now runs more smoothly, some users continue to note that the title struggles to maintain a consistent 60fps in certain scenarios, such as during Episode cutscenes.
Lingering Concerns
Despite the improved technical performance, the game continues to face criticism regarding the mandatory PlayStation Network login. As this is a publisher-led requirement, there is no indication that this will be removed, and it remains a primary driver of ongoing negative user reviews on Steam.
For players still experiencing performance dips that lead to unplayable rollback, the current state of the port remains inconsistent. While the update has put the game in a better position than at launch, the experience may still vary depending on individual system configurations.