Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: GTX 1060 (6 GB) / RX 480 (8 GB)
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 100 GB available space
Note: SSD installation recommended
Recommended Requirements
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
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OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
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Processor: Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
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Memory: 32 GB RAM
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Graphics: RTX 2070 SUPER / RX 6700 XT / ARC A750
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DirectX: Version 12
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Network: Broadband Internet connection
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Storage: 100 GB available space
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Note: SSD installation strongly recommended
If your PC meets only the minimum specs, consider lowering graphics settings for smoother gameplay.
2. Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated drivers cause FPS drops, stuttering, and overall poor performance. Updating your GPU drivers often results in immediate improvements.
How to Update GPU Drivers
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Right-click Start → Device Manager
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Expand Display adapters
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Right-click your GPU → Update driver
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Select Search automatically for drivers
Or download manually
Restart your PC after updating.
3. Optimize In-Game Graphics Settings
Running the game at ultra settings on a mid-range PC will drastically reduce FPS. Adjusting graphics settings is the fastest way to boost performance.
Recommended Settings for Smooth Gameplay
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Texture Quality: Medium or Low
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Shadow Quality: Low
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Ray Tracing: Off
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V-Sync: Off (turn on only if screen tearing appears)
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DLSS / FSR: Enabled (major FPS boost)
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Screen Mode: Fullscreen
After applying settings, restart the game to ensure they take effect.
4. Close Background Applications
Background apps use CPU, GPU, RAM, and disk resources, affecting in-game FPS.
How to Close Unnecessary Tasks
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Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc (Task Manager)
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Open Processes
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Right-click high-usage apps → End Task
Close browsers, download managers, video players, and recording software before launching the game.
5. Set the Game to High Priority
Setting the game to High Priority helps Windows allocate more system resources to it.
Steps
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Launch the game
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Open Task Manager
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Go to Details tab
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Right-click WhereWindsMeet.exe
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Choose Set Priority > High

Windows’ Balanced mode can limit CPU power, which impacts FPS.
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Open Control Panel
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Go to Power Options
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Select High Performance
Laptop users should stay plugged in for better performance.
7. Disable Overlay Applications
Overlay tools reduce FPS and may cause micro-stuttering.
Disable Steam Overlay
Disable Discord Overlay
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Discord → Settings
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Game Overlay → OFF
Also disable overlays from
8. Update Windows and DirectX
An outdated system can cause performance issues in modern games.
Update Windows
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Press Win + I
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Go to Update & Security
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Click Check for updates
Update DirectX
9. Verify Game Files
Corrupted files lead to FPS issues, freezing, and instability.
Steam
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Steam → Library
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Right-click Where Winds Meet
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Properties → Local Files
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Click Verify Integrity of Game Files

Epic Games
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Epic Launcher → Library
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Click three dots next to the game
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Select Verify

10. Reinstall the Game
If performance issues persist, the installation may be corrupted.
How to Reinstall
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Uninstall Where Winds Meet
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Delete leftover folders from the installation directory
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Restart your PC
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Reinstall via Steam or Epic Games
Final Thoughts
Performance problems in Where Winds Meet can be annoying, but with the right tweaks—updating drivers, lowering graphics settings, disabling overlays, and optimizing Windows—you can significantly improve FPS and reduce stuttering.
Try each fix step by step, and your gaming experience should become much smoother.