A new workaround in Intel's Linux driver has significantly improved game loading performance. For Monster Hunter World, initial load times are now halved. This development comes from Phoronix testing on Linux hardware.
Phoronix reports a workaround implemented in Intel's Linux graphics driver that addresses slow initial load times in games. Specifically, for Monster Hunter World (MHW), this adjustment using Vulkan and DriConf options with link-time optimization (LTO) reduces load times by 50%.
The improvement stems from optimizing the driver's compilation process, benefiting open-source graphics performance on Linux desktops. Phoronix, known for Linux hardware benchmarks, highlighted this in their coverage of Intel's ongoing driver enhancements. While details on exact driver versions remain limited, the change enhances gaming experiences on Ubuntu and similar distributions.
This workaround underscores efforts to make Linux more competitive for gaming, particularly with Intel hardware. No broader implications beyond MHW were detailed in the report.