Dear War Thunder Development Team,
I am writing to request better optimization for low-end PCs, particularly systems using older integrated graphics such as Intel HD Graphics 4600.
War Thunder is an incredible game, and many players love it even though they cannot afford powerful gaming PCs. Unfortunately, players using older hardware often struggle with unstable FPS, stuttering, and performance drops, even when playing at the lowest possible graphics settings.
My PC has an Intel Core i7-4770 processor and Intel HD Graphics 4600. Despite using Ultra-Low graphics settings and reducing unnecessary visual effects, maintaining smooth and stable performance can still be difficult, especially on certain maps and during intense ground battles.
I would like to suggest the following improvements:
Better map optimization: Optimize every ground battle map to reduce unnecessary GPU load, especially in areas with dense vegetation, buildings, shadows, smoke, and other demanding visual effects.
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A dedicated low-end graphics mode: Introduce an improved Ultra-Low preset specifically designed for older integrated GPUs.
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This mode could use simplified environmental details, reduced vegetation density, lower-quality shadows, and less demanding effects without affecting gameplay or competitive fairness.
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More consistent FPS across maps: Some maps may perform significantly worse than others. Better optimization could help older systems maintain more consistent performance regardless of the map being played.
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Improved Intel HD Graphics support: Please consider optimizing the game for older integrated GPUs, including Intel HD Graphics 4000, 4400, 4600, and similar hardware that many players still use.
An optional performance-focused rendering mode: A setting that prioritizes performance over visual quality could make the game more accessible to players who are willing to sacrifice graphics for smoother gameplay.
My personal goal would be to achieve 100+ FPS at Ultra-Low settings on Intel HD Graphics 4600, wherever the hardware realistically allows it. I understand that this may not be achievable on every system or map, but better optimization could potentially improve performance and reduce stuttering for many players.
War Thunder has a large and diverse player base, and not everyone has access to a dedicated graphics card. Improving low-end performance would allow more players to enjoy the game, especially those who cannot afford expensive hardware upgrades.
I am not asking you to reduce the game’s graphical quality for everyone. Instead, I am asking you to provide better optimization and more effective low-end graphics options for players who prioritize performance.
Thank you for your time and for continuing to develop War Thunder. I hope you will consider this suggestion in a future update.
Kind regards,
A War Thunder player
