MindsEye has rolled out the first of several emergency hotfixes aimed at improving game performance following what can only be described as a troubled launch. The update arrives in response to widespread criticism and frustration from players who have encountered significant bugs, performance issues, and erratic AI behavior.
In a recent statement, developer Build A Rocket Boy expressed its deep disappointment over the experience players have had with the game since launch. Calling themselves "heartbroken," the team assured fans that they are working urgently on a series of patches to address these critical concerns and improve overall gameplay stability.
Hotfix #1 Now Live
Hotfix #1 is now available for PC (5.7GB) and PS5 (2GB), with the Xbox Series X|S version (4GB) arriving shortly after. As outlined in a detailed Discord post by the development team, this patch marks the beginning of a broader effort to enhance the player experience based on community feedback.
The hotfix includes cross-platform improvements such as CPU and GPU optimizations, memory management enhancements, and adjustments to reduce the difficulty of the CPR mini-game. Additionally, a new option has been added to disable or adjust Depth of Field settings, while missing controls in the MineHunter and Run Dungeon mini-games have also been addressed.
Platform-Specific Fixes
For PC users, the patch introduces warning notifications for systems where Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling is disabled, which can impact performance. It also flags PCs with known CPU-related crash risks to help players troubleshoot potential issues.
A major focus of this patch was resolving a persistent memory leak responsible for many of the crashes reported by players. While the fix is in place, the team emphasized that further performance optimization remains their top priority and will continue in future updates.
Looking Ahead
Build A Rocket Boy reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and frequent updates moving forward. The studio stated it is fully dedicated to addressing player concerns and implementing meaningful changes as quickly as possible.
By the end of June, players can expect ongoing performance and stability enhancements, a rebalanced 'hard' difficulty mode, animation fixes, and improved AI behavior—key areas that could help restore confidence in the game.
Community Reception
Despite high expectations, MindsEye's reception has been underwhelming on platforms like Steam. The game peaked at 3,302 concurrent players at launch, but that number dropped to just 786 within 24 hours. At the time of writing, only 435 players were active, with user reviews sitting at a “mixed” rating.
The challenge now lies with Build A Rocket Boy—founded by former Rockstar North president Leslie Benzies—to rebuild trust and deliver on its promises. Whether this hotfix and those to follow will be enough to turn the tide remains to be seen.
