Play games on an SSD for faster performance.
Play games on an SSD for faster performance.
I typically store my favorite games on an SSD. As they're used less, they move to a regular HD drive, while newer titles go into the SSD slots. Even though this seems less noticeable nowadays, loading isn't as time-consuming as it once was.
Among the options, Saints Row The Third stands out. It offers single-player mode with numerous loading pauses during missions. It appears to be the most essential. FTL loads quickly, so that’s settled. The other three listed are all multiplayer titles; unless you’re usually the last to load, it’s not a big deal.
These games often include a timer or timing feature to ensure fairness.
Games requiring heavy data transfer from storage see improvements beyond just quick loading. An SSD also reduces texture popping, LOD switching problems, and microflicks. Titles such as Arma, which constantly handle large amounts of data, gain the most benefit.