Halloween: The Game 1.1.0 Fixes PC Shader Stutter, AMD Crashes and Xbox Quick Resume

MP1st identifies the console package as 1.016 | 01.016.000. IllFonic’s official notes use 1.1.0 and provide no download size, so the report’s description of a hefty download should not be treated as a storage requirement.

PC and Xbox fixes take priority​

According to IllFonic, the update introduces:

• PC shader precompilation at startup and support labeled DLSS-G.
• Performance improvements involving DLSS, FSR and XeSS, plus CPU and GPU optimizations across maps.
• Fixes for crashes affecting unspecified AMD hardware, Story Mode and execution cinematics.
• Better Xbox Series S stability and fixes for Xbox Series X|S Quick Resume crashes.
• Volumetric fog on Series S.

The important boundary: these are developer-reported improvements, not benchmark results. The notes supply neither measured gains nor DLSS-G compatibility requirements. They also introduce a warning for graphics hardware below minimum specifications—not a promise that unsupported hardware now works.

Slower matches, clearer feedback​

The balance changes target objective rushing: escape supplies and capacities are reduced, while Michael’s Bloodthirst progression is retuned. Melee adjustments aim to limit repeated stun states; hidden targets become Stalked during the final 60 seconds.

Useful interface changes include clearer map positioning, optional Spectator Minigames with passive Perk Roll progress, and a restart notice when settings require one. These are practical improvements beyond combat tuning.

October 27 is a separate content release​

IllFonic’s October 5 announcement schedules another update for October 27, 2026. Crucially, Tower Farm will be free for game owners; paid Michael skins, a two-character Civilian pack and costumes are separate offerings. Free features, fixes and quality-of-life changes are also planned. This is not simply one paid DLC package, and the announcement does not establish a larger download than 1.1.0.

The takeaway for Windows and Xbox readers is straightforward: 1.1.0 addresses existing technical problems; October 27 adds content. Keep those releases—and their expectations—separate.