Major Performance Update + Next Fest Competition Announced
[p]A new optimized build of the Artificial Extinction 2 Demo is live now — and on some PCs, framerate has doubled. [/p][p][/p][h2]Extensive CPU Optimization[/h2][p]
This update focuses heavily on CPU performance improvements, with the largest gains expected on lower-end processors.
Optimization work includes:
• Physics processing refinements
• Character collision optimization
• Navigation and AI pathing improvements
• Animation simplification and efficiency upgrades
The objective was clear: preserve the scale, intensity, and visuals of the battlefield while significantly reducing CPU cost.
Large engagements now run smoother, especially during peak combat moments. If performance previously limited your experience, this is the build to try.
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[/p][h2]Steam Next Fest Competition – New Map: Contact Rear[/h2][p]
When Steam Next Fest begins, a new demo build will be released featuring a brand-new challenge map:
Contact Rear
This map is designed around constant pressure, aggressive repositioning, and fast tactical decision-making.
During Next Fest, players will compete for the highest survival score on Contact Rear.
The top 3 players will be permanently added to the game credits.
Your name.
Your achievement.
Preserved in Artificial Extinction 2.
If you want your mark on the battlefield to live forever, this is your opportunity.[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][h2]Download the Updated Demo Now[/h2][p]
The performance update is live.
The competition build arrives with Next Fest.
Prepare your strategy.
Sharpen your reflexes.
Get ready to compete.
Wishlist Artificial Extinction 2 to be notified at launch and help support the game’s visibility during Next Fest.
The battlefield is evolving — and this is just the beginning.[/p]
This update focuses heavily on CPU performance improvements, with the largest gains expected on lower-end processors.
Optimization work includes:
• Physics processing refinements
• Character collision optimization
• Navigation and AI pathing improvements
• Animation simplification and efficiency upgrades
The objective was clear: preserve the scale, intensity, and visuals of the battlefield while significantly reducing CPU cost.
Large engagements now run smoother, especially during peak combat moments. If performance previously limited your experience, this is the build to try.
When Steam Next Fest begins, a new demo build will be released featuring a brand-new challenge map:
Contact Rear
This map is designed around constant pressure, aggressive repositioning, and fast tactical decision-making.
During Next Fest, players will compete for the highest survival score on Contact Rear.
The top 3 players will be permanently added to the game credits.
Your name.
Your achievement.
Preserved in Artificial Extinction 2.
If you want your mark on the battlefield to live forever, this is your opportunity.[/p][p][/p][p]
The performance update is live.
The competition build arrives with Next Fest.
Prepare your strategy.
Sharpen your reflexes.
Get ready to compete.
Wishlist Artificial Extinction 2 to be notified at launch and help support the game’s visibility during Next Fest.
The battlefield is evolving — and this is just the beginning.[/p]