The headline improvement in this update focuses on Steam Deck optimization. While the game was already playable on the go, players often noticed significant frame drops when infiltrating Bandit Camps. Patch 1.5 addresses these specific scenarios, smoothing out the performance during high-intensity encounters where AI density and environmental assets tend to strain the hardware.
Beyond performance, the update brings much-needed stability to Steam Input. This is a vital fix for the community, as previous versions occasionally struggled with inconsistent button mapping or controller disconnects. To make things more accessible, the Basic Controls menu now explicitly shows Photo Mode access for players using controllers without a touchpad. It’s a small but significant quality-of-life change that ensures everyone can capture those hauntingly beautiful vistas regardless of their hardware setup.
This patch continues the studio's trend of rapid post-launch iteration. Following previous updates that tackled upscaling and PCIe optimization, version 1.5 feels like the final polish needed for the portable experience. If you’ve been holding off on a second playthrough or tackling those tougher delivery routes on your Deck, now is the time to jump back in.
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