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[whole elk]

A mod that optimizes loading times to make them quicker

[empty crown]

That would basically mandate the need to know how the game's code works and also improved coding/programming techniques. Which is TBH fairly close to asking for a unicorn.

I'd say if anything, a better processor would likely make more of a difference (and is far more realistic to achieve), and that's assuming your savegame doesn't have a bunch of stuff lying around. Keeping the world and your digsites well organized is recommended, as is a fresh save if you're playing the Volcalidus DLC (as the game has to store the data from both).

[lean roost]

Exactly

[lean roost]

But the DLC is a second independent save file so it doesnt matter how messy the base game save if for that DLC save

[empty crown]

Huh...

[lean roost]

they are 2 separate save files. the mainland and dlc

[empty crown]

But why then was it recommended to start a fresh save if starting the DLC?

[lean roost]

that I know there is no reason to do it, since you can always just use the boat to get back