When Did Performance Become Optional in Big Game Releases?

That initial excitement has become tempered with caution. When you release something new, the focus shifts from what it is to how it will actually work. Will it glitch during simple tasks, like when using the camera? Will its grand goals overwhelm it? Will it need immediate fixes to feel finished? We still care about performance, but it’s become more forgiving—something that can be adjusted, explained, or cleverly hidden if necessary to make it seem complete.








