WEIRD i thought it was just janky optimization because my fps was stuttering hard everytime i moved the character or panned the camera, but it was all caused by me using controller, when i switched to keyboard and mouse the game runs perfectly. i used an official xbox wireless adapter for my xbox one controller.
here specs if they matter
installed on Samsung SSD 860 EVO 1TB
GPU: GTX 1650 SUPER
CPU: Intel i7-4790 3.6GHz
RAM: 16GB
behavior: the fps explodes and rapidly fluctuates between less than 1 fps - completely smooth when i move the analog sticks. pressing triggers and buttons dont cause as much lag though
*also having a walk button would be neat on keyboard