I don't think it should bring your 8 core system to a crawl as DF can never use more than one core. ;) But yeah, the interface is the worst part. I play it wit

I don't think it should bring your 8 core system to a crawl as DF can never use more than one core. ;) But yeah, the interface is the worst part. I play it with Phoebus graphics pack and Dwarf Therapist for this reason.