Arc System Works has deployed a major PC patch for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, drastically reducing CPU usage, eliminating micro-stutters, and resolving frame rate drops following a rough launch. Arc System Works' new 4v4 tag fighter, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, released last week on August 6 to starkly contrasting experiences between platforms. While the PlayStation 5 version launched smoothly, the Windows PC release suffered from severe performance issues, low frame rates, micro-stutters, and a 'Mixed' rating on Steam. Performance problems were pronounced enough that high-profile fighting game community figures like Maximilian Dood uninstalled the title live on stream. Arc System Works has now deployed a 10GB PC update aimed directly at resolving these technical bottlenecks. CPU Reduction and Audio Bug Fixes According to the official patch breakdown, many of the game's sudden frame drops were caused by unnecessary periodic audio processing and constant background checks for available audio inputs. Key PC performance fixes include: Reduced overall CPU load during startup and active matches. Fixes for sudden frame rate drops caused by audio input checks and specific resolution selections. Fixes for battle customization settings reverting to default upon restarting the game. Resolution for unresponsive button inputs in open lobby mini-games. The developers also updated the auto-graphics quality detection setting and advised PC players to run the in-game shader warm-up sequence after updating for optimal performance. Player Base Response Community feedback across Reddit, Discord, and social media indicates a major turnaround. Players report significantly smoother frame rates and CPU usage cut roughly in half, prompting several users to update their negative Steam reviews to positive recommendations. Arc System Works stated that it is continuing ongoing work to improve stability, netcode, and general performance across all platforms as Year 1 DLC content plans move forward. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8UlNl6VB0g
