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007 First Light’s PC Version Gets Path Tracing in Latest Update, New Recommended Specs Revealed
IO Interactive has released a significant update for the PC version of 007 First Light, introducing path tracing technology and new recommended specifications for players. The update enhances lighting, shadows, and reflections, requiring high-end Nvidia GeForce RTX GPUs for optimal performance. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game has been delayed to March 2027.
Nvidia RTX 5090 listings touch $6,000, as official retailers remain out of stock
Nvidia's flagship GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card is experiencing extreme price inflation, with third-party listings reaching over $6,000, far exceeding its original $1,999 MSRP. Official retailers remain largely out of stock, while the high demand is partly attributed to its use in AI applications. This pricing crisis continues despite older GPUs like the RTX 3060 remaining sufficient for many gamers.
The GeForce RTX 5090 isn't a "gaming GPU" if AI companies are buying them by the pallet
The author argues that the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 is no longer a gaming GPU due to AI companies purchasing them in large quantities for data centers, driving up prices beyond what most gamers can afford. This trend, exacerbated by the lack of AI-specific deterrents like those seen with crypto mining, suggests Nvidia's focus has shifted from gaming to AI and high-performance computing.
'Defying common wisdom', people have been buying more high-end graphics cards despite rising prices, with 12.5…
Despite rising prices and Nvidia's focus on data centers, the company maintains a dominant 90% share of the consumer graphics card market. The overall PC-based graphics add-in board market saw a 10% increase in shipments quarter-over-quarter, reaching 12.5 million units, a trend attributed to consumers buying before further price hikes driven by geopolitical events.
DLSS 5 Is Stunning, But It Could Change Games in Ways We Don’t Expect
This analysis tests NVIDIA's DLSS 5 technology across several PC games, including Cyberpunk 2077, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Batman: Arkham Knight, Horizon Zero Dawn, and Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. While DLSS 5 enhances lighting and details in many cases, it sometimes interferes with original art styles or struggles with performance on older titles and lower-spec systems, leading to mixed results and concerns about artistic vision preservation.
TSMC continues to rake it in from the 'multi-year AI megatrend,' making a record-breaking $16.35 billion in…
TSMC reported record-breaking revenue for August, totaling $16.35 billion USD, driven by robust demand for AI-related semiconductors. The company's CEO highlighted the ongoing AI megatrend as a key driver for leading-edge silicon needs. This surge continues a trend of consecutive record gains, with TSMC holding a dominant market share in semiconductor foundries.
You can now apply DLSS 5 to your entire desktop with a free app and it even works with RTX 30-series cards
A free application called DLSS NeuralScreen allows users to apply Nvidia's DLSS Neural Rendering technology to their entire desktop, including videos and images, and even works with GeForce RTX 30-series cards. While it offers customization options, it does not support HDR, fullscreen games, is limited to 1440p resolution, and adds significant latency, making it unsuitable for competitive gaming. The author expresses a personal dislike for the DLSS NR look and generative AI's impact on the games industry.
Boots on the Ground: ‘WARDOGS’ Goes All Out on GeForce NOW at Early-Access Launch
WARDOGS, a large-scale tactical first-person shooter, has launched in early access on GeForce NOW, allowing up to 100 players to battle for control of randomized zones. The cloud gaming service also added the 1.0 update for Valheim and Bus Simulator 27, with NVIDIA highlighting the benefits of playing demanding PC titles without expensive hardware upgrades.
Nvidia is reportedly being investigated by the DOJ over its biggest ever deal, a $20 billion non-exclusive agreement…
The Department of Justice is reportedly investigating Nvidia's $20 billion non-exclusive agreement with AI chip company Groq for potential antitrust scrutiny. The deal, which grants Nvidia non-exclusive rights to Groq's low-latency inference AI chips, is being examined to see if it was structured to bypass standard government reviews. If found at fault, Nvidia could face fines, though the investigation is ongoing and no specific findings have been made.
New mod brings Nvidia's Multi Frame Generation to RTX 30 graphics cards
A new mod allows PC gamers with Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 series graphics cards to utilize Multi Frame Generation, a feature previously exclusive to RTX 50 series GPUs. This unofficial modification enables frame rate boosts in supported games, with examples showing convincing results in Cyberpunk 2077 on an RTX 3080. The mod's existence raises questions about why Nvidia has not officially extended this support to the RTX 30 and RTX 40 series.
'Where is Nvidia? Call Nvidia, guys': Meltgate be damned, modders discover RTX 5090 can use 8-pin connectors…
Modders have successfully adapted a GeForce RTX 5090 to use standard 8-pin power connectors instead of the newer 12V-2x6 standard, which has been associated with melting issues on the RTX 4090. The modded RTX 5090 demonstrated stable performance and cooler temperatures than the 12VHPWR connector, even when pushed beyond its rated specifications, leading to calls for Nvidia to reconsider its power connector choices.
That's just great: Graphics card prices in China are set to increase again as Nvidia shifts even more of production…
Graphics card prices in China are reportedly set to increase again due to manufacturers shifting production. Asus and Gigabyte are planning price hikes for Nvidia cards, while AMD has also increased prices for several models. This trend is attributed to Nvidia prioritizing AI GPU production over consumer-grade GeForce cards, leading to reduced supply and higher costs for consumers.
Valve's Steam Hardware Survey suggests the Radeon RX 9070 XT is now AMD's most popular GPU
Valve's August Steam Hardware Survey indicates the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT has become AMD's most popular GPU, surpassing its non-XT variant and older Radeon models. Despite this gain, Nvidia's GeForce cards, particularly the RTX 3060 and RTX 5070, still dominate the overall user base. The article notes that the RX 9070 XT's current price point may be hindering wider adoption.
Massive Steam leak has major spoilers for Persona 6, Fable, Tomb Raider and more
A massive leak of Steam achievements has revealed details for over 70 games, including unannounced titles like Persona 6, Fable, and Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis. The leak, which originated from Exophase, has caused significant concern for publishers like Atlus, Sega, and Square Enix, who are reportedly furious. Valve is facing backlash for the security breach, which has spoiled plot details for story-driven games.
Steam may have leaked achievements for countless forthcoming PC games via a third party site, including Persona 6, Ace…
A third-party site that tracks game achievements appears to have leaked lists for numerous unannounced and upcoming PC games, including Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, and a potential Deus Ex Remastered. These leaks, which have not been verified by Valve or the respective publishers, contain potential spoilers and details about unannounced titles and content like new campaigns.
NVIDIA's DLSS 5 adds subtle details to NBA 2K27, but demands a lot more power
NVIDIA's DLSS 5 technology, while adding subtle visual details to NBA 2K27, significantly increases the game's power demands. The article suggests that the performance cost may outweigh the visual benefits for the launch title.
'Why does this look like it was run through DLSS 5?' — The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake's new graphics and modernized controls are dividing fans
A trailer and gameplay demo for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake have sparked a divided fan reaction. While many praise the modernized graphics and controls as a "faithful interpretation using modern technologies," others criticize the realistic style, comparing it to DLSS 5. The remake is set to launch on November 5 for the Nintendo Switch 2.
NBA 2K27 gives DLSS 5 a more faithful-looking game debut than feared, provided it’s running on the LeBron of GPUs
Nvidia's DLSS 5 AI rendering technology has debuted in NBA 2K27, showing a surprisingly inoffensive visual implementation that largely preserves the game's realistic aesthetic. However, this comes at a significant performance cost, with frame rates dropping substantially on RTX 50 series GPUs. While the visual fidelity is a step up, concerns remain about its broader applicability beyond photorealistic sports titles and its demanding performance requirements.
New RTX 5070 variant could help bolster GPU supply but it surely won't help prices
Nvidia is reportedly planning a new variant of the GeForce RTX 5070 using a cut-down GB203 GPU, aiming to improve graphics card supply. However, this change is unlikely to lower prices, with the card expected to continue retailing around $800, far above its MSRP. This move follows a pattern of Nvidia using larger chips for lower-tier cards without performance gains.
Sources say another 10% price increase for Intel CPUs is on the way, and it could be here as soon as October
Sources indicate Intel is planning another 10% price increase for its CPUs, potentially effective October 5th, following a trend of rising hardware costs. This comes amid reports of a desktop CPU sales slump and potential layoffs at Intel, with the company reportedly prioritizing server CPUs due to the AI boom, which could further impact PC processor availability and prices.
