MindsEye Releases New Update for June 2025

The first MindsEye hotfix update is now available across all the game's target platforms. The patch introduces several categories of optimization tweaks, fixes for some MindsEye bugs, and a PC-specific notification, among other novelties.

The debut title from Scottish studio Build A Rocket Boy—founded by former GTA lead developer Leslie Benzies—launched for PC and current-gen consoles on June 10. Early reactions to MindsEye from both fans and critics have been mixed, with criticism focused on technical issues and what some perceive as generic content.

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Build A Rocket Boy is looking to address some of these grievances with the first MindsEye post-launch update, which rolled out in the late morning hours (ET) on Friday, June 13. Identified as Hotfix #1, the patch optimizes the game's CPU, GPU, and memory usage, in addition to fixing a recently identified memory leak. While the changelog is light on the specifics, the developer cited the newly addressed memory leak as the single biggest cause of crashes reported by early adopters. As such, Hotfix #1 should make MindsEye noticeably more stable.

New MindsEye Update Nerfs Annoying QTE

The June 13 patch also introduces one gameplay change by nerfing a controversial CPR mini-game. Found approximately two hours into the main story, this segment was originally implemented as an extremely punishing quick-time event requiring players to perform an elaborate sequence of trigger presses and analog stick movements simulating real-life cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques. Its difficulty has prevented a significant number of players from progressing, prompting vocal criticism on social media. Build A Rocket Boy did not elaborate on the extent of this nerf.

2 More MindsEye Mini-Games Have Been Tweaked

A new feature introduced in the game's first hotfix update is a Depth of Field option available in the Settings menu. It allows players to adjust the effect’s intensity—or disable it entirely, if preferred. In addition to the CPR QTE changes, the June 13 patch also updates the Run Dungeon and MineHunter mini-games by resolving an issue with missing control prompts. The final change in the update is PC-specific: a warning now appears for users with disabled hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling or CPUs known to have potential crash issues.

The June 13 update is 2GB in size on the PS5, while weighing 4GB and 5.7GB on the Xbox Series X/S and PC, respectively. In the run-up to the game's release, Build A Rocket Boy shared ambitious post-launch plans for MindsEye, promising a steady stream of playable content and assets for user-generated creations. While the developer is currently focused on resolving technical issues, there are no concrete signs that the game’s lukewarm reception has impacted these long-term goals.

MindsEye Hotfix Update #1 Patch Notes

All Platforms
- CPU and GPU performance improvements, along with memory optimizations
- Reduced difficulty for the CPR mini-game
- Added a new setting to disable or modify Depth of Field
- Fixed missing controls in the MineHunter and Run Dungeon mini-games
PC
New pop-up warnings for PCs that have Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling disabled, and PCs with CPUs that have potential crash issues

Please note: This patch also fixes the memory leak issue that has been causing most crashes reported by players. Performance optimization is our number one focus and an ongoing commitment that will take further time.

General Patch Information

Release time: 10:00 BST / 11:00 CEST / 05:00 ET / 02:00 PT (automatic download)
Patch Sizes:
- PC: 5.7GB
- PS5: 2GB
- Xbox: 4GB
Platforms: PC & PlayStation (Xbox in the coming days as soon as it clears external certification with Microsoft)

We will continue to provide frequent and transparent updates. Our team is committed to do everything possible to urgently action your feedback.

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