: Removed the mandatory, long shader optimization step at initial startup; shaders are now optimized dynamically during gameplay or in the main menu. Official Sources and Technical Support
The "CODEX" designation refers to a release by the scene group of the same name, which typically repackages official game updates for use with non-official copies of the game. Key Performance and Visual Fixes Horizon Zero Dawn Update v1 11 2-CODEX
: Fixed foliage flickering and visual corruption specifically reported by users with certain AMD Radeon graphics cards. Core Game Improvements (Preceding v1.11.2) : Removed the mandatory, long shader optimization step
This minor patch builds upon the significant , which introduced major technical overhauls to the PC port: : Removed the mandatory