Yuzu Shader Cache

This is the cache built naturally by the player. As the player progresses through the game, the cache file grows.

You can access and manage these files by right-clicking any game in your Yuzu list: yuzu shader cache

Recently, advancements like NVIDIA's auto-shader compilation have begun to automate this process, attempting to compile shaders in the background so you never have to see a stutter again. This is the cache built naturally by the player

When you first launch a game on an emulator, your computer doesn't yet know how to "draw" all the complex lighting and visual effects original consoles use. As you walk into a new area or use a new ability, the emulator has to pause for a split second to compile these instructions—known as —for your specific graphics card. This causes "shader stutter," making your epic journey feel like a slideshow. The Hero: The Shader Cache When you first launch a game on an