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Not that we should be at all surprised, but Nvidia leans on AI pretty hard for speeding up how it plans and designs its…
Nvidia is heavily leveraging artificial intelligence to accelerate its chip design processes. Tools like NVCell, utilizing reinforcement learning, can now generate standard cell libraries overnight with results superior to human designs. AI is also being used to speed up design verification and explore novel approaches to complex problems like carry-lookahead chains. Furthermore, Nvidia has fine-tuned large language models, such as ChipNeMo, using proprietary design documents to create AI assistants that can help junior designers understand complex hardware components.
Fortnite DLSS Comparison Goes Viral as Players Debate Performance Gains
A viral Reddit post comparing Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) on and off in Fortnite has sparked a heated debate within the community regarding fair play and competitive advantages. Players are discussing whether DLSS, an NVIDIA AI upscaling technology, provides an unfair edge by improving performance and visuals, particularly for those with high-end PC hardware, leading to discussions about accessibility and potential class divides in competitive gaming.
GTA 6 developer Rockstar Games hacked once again but insists only a "limited amount of non-material company information" was compromised
Rockstar Games has confirmed a data breach where a limited amount of non-material company information was accessed by a third-party hacking group. The studio insists this incident will have no impact on its operations or players, despite the hackers issuing a ransom demand. This follows a similar network intrusion in 2022 that led to the leak of Grand Theft Auto 6 development assets.
Rockstar Games Faces Hacker Deadline as Data Breach Threat Looms
Hacker group ShinyHunters claims to have accessed Rockstar Games' internal data via a compromised third-party service, threatening to leak it by April 14. This incident highlights the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by major game studios, with previous breaches at companies like CD Projekt Red, Capcom, and Nvidia serving as precedents. The outcome of this threat could impact ongoing development and industry security practices.
iBUYPOWER RDY Y70 R17 review - a fantastic RTX 5080 gaming PC
The iBUYPOWER RDY Y70 R17 is a high-end gaming PC featuring an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 and AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, delivering excellent performance in games and general tasks. Housed in a stylish Hyte Y70 case, it offers good cooling and upgrade potential, though its large size and initial fan noise require minor adjustments. Despite a high price point, it offers good value for a pre-built system with a three-year warranty.
Amazon Luna is killing off third-party library support, with save files not ‘guaranteed’ to work on other platforms
Amazon is discontinuing third-party library support for its cloud gaming service, Amazon Luna, effective June 10. Players will no longer be able to stream games purchased on other platforms through Luna, and save file compatibility with external services is not guaranteed. While some games will still be available via Luna's Premium tier, this move signifies a significant reduction in the service's flexibility.
Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases
Amazon is discontinuing support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases on its Luna cloud gaming service. This includes services like Ubisoft+ and Jackbox Games, with existing subscriptions being canceled at the end of the current billing cycle. The 'Bring Your Own Library' feature will also be removed, though purchased games will remain playable until June 10.
During a memory crisis do you really need fast memory for PC gaming? No, no you do not
This article analyzes the impact of DRAM speed on PC gaming performance, concluding that slower DDR5 memory is generally acceptable for most users, especially when the GPU is the primary bottleneck. While some games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Counter-Strike 2, Spider-Man Remastered, and Hogwarts Legacy show performance differences, the impact is often minimal or can be mitigated by adjusting graphics settings, making it a viable cost-saving measure for budget-conscious builders.
Look, 16 GB of RAM is absolutely fine for PC gaming in 2026. Though there are some caveats to that...
This analysis investigates whether 16 GB of RAM is sufficient for PC gaming in 2026, testing various memory-intensive games with both 16 GB and 32 GB configurations on high-end and mainstream GPUs. While 16 GB proved adequate for many titles, especially with ample VRAM, multitasking or playing extremely demanding games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Star Citizen may still benefit from 32 GB.
Valve dev fixes up VRAM management on AMD GPUs to improve performance
Valve developer Natalie Vock has implemented improvements to VRAM management on Linux for AMD GPUs, which is expected to significantly boost gaming performance, especially on systems with 8GB of VRAM or less. The work involves kernel patches and utilities to prioritize game memory usage over background applications, potentially benefiting Intel Xe GPUs and seeing patches for NVIDIA's nouveau driver as well.
Veteran artist behind Mass Effect, Halo, and Overwatch 2 weighs in on Nvidia DLSS 5
A veteran artist involved with Mass Effect, Halo, and Overwatch 2 has shared concerns regarding Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology. The discussion centers on how AI-driven rendering impacts artistic authorship and visual control, raising questions about the ownership of the final image.
Veteran artist behind Mass Effect, Halo, and Overwatch 2 weighs in on Nvidia DLSS 5
Veteran artist Mark Linington, known for his work on Mass Effect, Halo, and Overwatch 2, has shared his perspective on NVIDIA's DLSS 5 technology. He raises concerns about the impact of AI-driven rendering on artistic authorship and visual control in game development, questioning how much of the final image remains the creator's work.
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Multi Frame Generation 6X Launches
NVIDIA has officially launched DLSS 4.5, featuring Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Multi Frame Generation 6X for its GeForce RTX graphics cards. This latest version of the AI upscaling technology is now out of beta, enhancing performance and visual quality for PC gamers.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA announced that 'Samson: A Tyndalston Story' is now available on GeForce NOW, their cloud gaming service. This addition highlights NVIDIA's ongoing efforts to expand its library of playable titles through cloud streaming.
Diskutera – Hur intressant är DLSS 5?
Nvidia has unveiled its new AI upscaling technology, DLSS 5, promising higher frame rates and improved visual fidelity. However, the technology has faced criticism, with some comparing it to poor AI filters and expressing concerns about it overriding developers' artistic visions. Nvidia's Jensen Huang stated that DLSS 5 will give developers control over AI-generated content. The technology is expected to launch this fall, potentially alongside the RTX 5000 series graphics cards.
Crimson Desert is finally playable on Intel Arc GPUs after driver update — but there's still plenty of work…
Crimson Desert is now playable on Intel Arc GPUs following a recent driver update, though visual glitches persist. The game previously lacked official support, leading to user frustration and refund requests. Pearl Abyss and Intel are expected to release further updates to fully resolve compatibility and visual issues.
Strength and Destiny Collide: ‘Samson: A Tyndalston Story’ Arrives in the Cloud
Samson: A Tyndalston Story, an action game from Liquid Swords, is now available on GeForce NOW, allowing players to stream it on various devices. The game features cinematic melee combat, choice-driven narrative, and utilizes ray tracing and NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 for enhanced visuals and performance. Several other games, including Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, Morbid Metal, DayZ, and Starfield, were also added to the GeForce NOW library this week.
GeForce NOW Just Added Samson: A Tyndalston Story, Starfield, and More
NVIDIA's cloud gaming service GeForce NOW has added several new titles, including the newly released Samson: A Tyndalston Story, Starfield, and the Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition. The service also features Morbid Metal and DayZ, with Samson utilizing NVIDIA DLSS and Reflex technologies for enhanced performance and reduced input lag.
OpenAI 'pauses' its Stargate UK data center plan
OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK project, an AI infrastructure initiative with NVIDIA aimed at building sovereign computing capabilities in the United Kingdom. The company cited high energy costs and regulatory issues as reasons for the delay, stating that it will proceed when conditions are more favorable for long-term investment. OpenAI still sees significant potential for the UK's AI future and continues to explore the project.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
