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Potential DLSS 5 references have been found in the latest Nvidia driver, but it's all gone quiet on the AI image…
References to Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology have been found in the latest GeForce Game Ready Driver, suggesting ongoing development despite a quiet period following its controversial reveal. New profile entries like 'Enable DLSS NR override' indicate that Nvidia is continuing to work on its neural rendering tech, potentially for future releases.
Tides of Annihilation Announces First Hands-on In Summer, Introduces Unreal Engine and NVIDIA Collaboration
Eclipse Glow Games announced that Tides of Annihilation will be playable for the first time this summer. The studio is collaborating with Unreal Engine and NVIDIA to enhance visual fidelity and optimize performance. The single-player fantasy action-adventure game is in development for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
TIDES OF ANNIHILATION ANNOUNCES FIRST HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE COMING THIS SUMMER; REVEALS DEEP TECHNICAL COLLABORATION WITH NVIDIA AND UNREAL ENGINE
Eclipse Glow Games announced that Tides of Annihilation will have its first hands-on experience event this summer. The studio also revealed a technical collaboration with Unreal Engine and NVIDIA to enhance visual fidelity and performance. The game is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Uber Promising PS5 Action Game 'Tides of Annihilation' to Be Playable This Year
Eclipse Glow Games has announced that its action game Tides of Annihilation will be playable later this year, with more details to follow. The Chinese developer aims to showcase the game's technical performance and unique blend of Chinese art style with British mythology. Partnerships with Epic Games, Nvidia, and Tencent are confirmed to aid in optimization.
007 First Light joins an ever-expanding list of 2026 games without up-to-date AMD FSR or Intel XeSS support
The game 007 First Light, along with other 2026 releases like Forza Horizon 6 and Pragmata, lacks full support for AMD's FSR 4 and Intel's XeSS upscaling technologies, primarily offering Nvidia's DLSS suite. Developers IO Interactive and Playground Games have opted to implement older versions of FSR or omit XeSS entirely, leaving PC gamers with Nvidia GeForce RTX cards as the primary beneficiaries of advanced graphics features. This decision is attributed to developers rather than any restrictions imposed by Nvidia.
New Games Publisher Helmed by Ex-Meta Leadership Team Emerges from the Shadows
A new game publisher, Dark Arts Syndicate, has been launched by former Meta (Oculus Publishing) leadership, including Melissa Brown, Donal Gordon, and Coray Seifert. The company aims to provide comprehensive publishing services to developers across various models, leveraging their experience in the VR ecosystem and broader games industry.
Taiwanese buyers of Gigabyte's new RTX 5090 can register to receive a 'gold item', because nothing says wealth like Nvidia's most expensive gaming GPU
Gigabyte is running a 40th-anniversary promotion in Taiwan for its Aorus GeForce RTX 5090 Infinity 32G graphics card. Buyers who purchase the GPU between May 25 and June 7 can register to receive 1 gram of 999 pure gold. The high-end graphics card is priced around NT$165,000 (approximately $5,250 USD).
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company plans to invest around $150,000,000,000 in Taiwan each year, describing the…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced plans to invest approximately $150 billion annually in Taiwan, calling the country the 'epicentre of the AI revolution.' The company also intends to build a new headquarters in Taiwan, a project estimated to cost $5 trillion and create 4,000 jobs. These investments follow AMD's similar commitment to invest at least $10 billion in Taiwan for AI infrastructure.
Nvidia just killed Control Panel, ending 20 years of its driver interface
Nvidia is retiring its 20-year-old Control Panel interface, replacing it with the new Nvidia App for its latest graphics drivers. While existing installations will retain Control Panel, fresh installs will only feature the new app. The company states that all supported features from Control Panel have been transitioned to the Nvidia App.
The Nvidia Control Panel is no more, an ex-control panel, kicked the bucket, run down the curtain and joined the choir…
Nvidia is retiring its classic Nvidia Control Panel after 20 years of service, replacing it with the new Nvidia App. While existing installations will remain functional unless a clean install is performed, the Control Panel will no longer receive updates or new features. The company states the Nvidia App offers modern functionality and improved efficiency.
Tides of Annihilation Team Worked With Epic Games for Optimization, Hands-on Event Coming in Summer
Eclipse Glow Games is collaborating with Epic Games and Nvidia on optimizing Tides of Annihilation for stable performance across all platforms, utilizing Unreal Engine features like Nanite and DLSS. A hands-on event for the game is scheduled for this summer, with registration now open.
Evening Tech Bits
This article compilation covers various tech topics, including configuration tips for the Nvidia App and a nostalgic look back at extinct PC brands. It also briefly mentions Microsoft PowerToys.
New GeForce Game Ready Driver
NVIDIA has released a new GeForce Game Ready Driver for NVIDIA GPUs, providing optimizations for the launch of World of Tanks: HEAT and the EA SPORTS F1 25: 2026 Season Pack. This driver ensures optimal performance for gamers on PC.
Nvidia's still-yet-to-be-announced N1X Arm chip is referenced on a Lenovo login page, so make of that what you will
References to Nvidia's unannounced N1X laptop chip have appeared on a Lenovo login page, fueling speculation about its release. Previous reports suggested a March launch, but details remain scarce beyond rumors and mentions in Lenovo's system support and software.
NVIDIA driver 610.43.02 arrives for Linux with Vulkan upgrades, DRM colour pipeline API support
NVIDIA has released driver version 610.43.02 for Linux, introducing new Vulkan extensions and support for the DRM color pipeline API. This update includes performance improvements for Starfield and fixes a regression in Doom: The Dark Ages. The driver also adds support for mmap on DMABUF file descriptors and FP16 EGL framebuffer configurations on Wayland.
Guess what else the PC industry is short of now? Yes, that's right: multilayer ceramic capacitors
The PC industry is facing a significant shortage of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), a vital component used in CPUs, graphics cards, and motherboards. This scarcity, exacerbated by high demand from the AI sector, is leading to extended shipping times and price increases, with suppliers like Holy Stone reporting over 20-week lead times. While AI servers require specific types of MLCCs in large quantities, the overall demand is impacting the availability and cost of standard PC components.
007 First Light best settings for PC
This guide provides the best graphics settings for 007 First Light on PC to achieve a cinematic experience. It details optimal settings for resolution, textures, shadows, and utilizes technologies like Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR for performance enhancement. Recommendations are also provided for handheld PCs like the Steam Deck.
The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is a China-exclusive GPU that could become global
Packaging for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card has leaked with English branding, suggesting a potential global release outside of China. This mid-range GPU features a Navi 48 GPU and 12GB GDDR6 RAM, positioning it as a competitor to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070. While currently a China-exclusive 'Golden Rabbit Edition', its potential worldwide launch could offer a more affordable option in the current GPU market.
World of Tanks: HEAT is Out Now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S
World of Tanks: HEAT has launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, offering a faster-paced, free-to-play tank combat experience with full cross-platform progression. The launch is accompanied by a new trailer, the start of its Launch Season with unlockable rewards and agents, and 15 customizable vehicles across 8 maps and 4 PvP modes. Developer Wargaming highlighted the game's performance targets for current-gen consoles and provided PC system requirements.
Nvidia is so dominated by AI, it no longer sees gaming GPUs as a standalone section of its business
Nvidia is consolidating its gaming GPU business into a broader 'Edge Computing' division in its financial reports, reflecting AI's dominance. This new structure, which includes workstation GPUs, AI models, and automotive chips, now represents less than 10% of the company's revenue, significantly dwarfed by its Data Center division.
