Assassin's Creed Shadows
News, coverage and analysis tracking Assassin's Creed Shadows across the outlets.- The Most Impressive Characters Played by Sydney SweeneyThis article highlights ten standout roles of actress Sydney Sweeney, showcasing her range and ability to portray diverse characters beyond typical stereotypes. It details her performances in upcoming projects like the Christy Martin biopic and past roles in Immaculate, Reality, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, The White Lotus, Euphoria, Sharp Objects, The Handmaid's Tale, Everything Sucks!, and Clementine, emphasizing her growing impact as a performer.
- Nvidia’s DLSS 5 Showcase Faces Criticism For How Much it Changes Characters’ LooksNvidia's new DLSS 5 technology, which uses AI for realistic lighting, is facing criticism for altering character appearances in games like Resident Evil 4, Starfield, and Assassin's Creed Shadows. Critics argue the AI makes characters look overly processed and removes artistic intent, though Bethesda states Starfield's implementation will be artist-controlled and optional. DLSS 5 is expected to launch with Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards.
- DLSS 5 clearly overwrites game characters with AI beauty standards, but Nvidia says devs have 'artistic…Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, a new AI upscaling technology that uses "3D-guided neural rendering" to enhance game visuals. While Nvidia claims developers will have artistic control, early demonstrations show significant alterations to character models, leading to controversy and comparisons to "AI slop filters." The technology is set to launch in the fall with support for several upcoming games.
- Nvidia announces DLSS 5 in uncanny video putting games through obvious AI filter, Bethesda's Todd Howard joins devs hyping it up: "We got it running in Starfield, it was amazing how it brought it to life"Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, an AI-powered rendering technique that the company claims is its most significant breakthrough since real-time ray tracing. Demonstrations in games like Starfield and Resident Evil Requiem show dramatic visual changes, though some online have criticized the results as uncanny and similar to AI photo filters. Bethesda's Todd Howard expressed enthusiasm, stating DLSS 5 "brought it to life" in Starfield.
- DLSS 5 Moves NVIDIA’s Upscaling Tech Toward Full Neural RenderingNVIDIA unveiled DLSS 5 at GTC, a new neural rendering system designed to enhance real-time game graphics with photorealistic lighting and materials. Expected to launch this fall, DLSS 5 uses an AI model to process color and motion data, aiming for cinematic realism at up to 4K resolution. Several major studios, including Bethesda, Capcom, and Ubisoft, are already implementing the technology in upcoming titles like Starfield and Assassin's Creed Shadows.
- NVIDIA DLSS 5 announced and it's all about that AI generationNVIDIA announced DLSS 5, a new AI-powered graphics technology set to launch this fall. CEO Jensen Huang described it as a "GPT moment for graphics," blending traditional rendering with generative AI to enhance visual realism. DLSS 5 uses AI models trained on scene semantics to generate photorealistic lighting and materials in real-time, offering developers granular control over enhancements.
- Nvidia has just shown off DLSS 5 coming this Fall... and currently it looks a lot like an AI lighting filterNvidia has announced DLSS 5, a new AI-powered real-time neural rendering model set to launch this fall. The technology aims to enhance visual fidelity by adding photorealistic lighting and materials to games. While early demos showcase impressive results, they also highlight significant hardware requirements and raise questions about artistic intent and AI's role in game development.
- PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Upscaler is Rolling Out for Silent Hill f, Alan Wake 2, Final Fantasy VIISony is rolling out an upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaler for PlayStation 5 Pro consoles, enhancing visual clarity and performance in supported games. Titles like Silent Hill f, Alan Wake 2, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will benefit from this technology, with more games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 receiving support soon. Developers from Square Enix and Remedy Entertainment have praised the PSSR upgrade for its ability to improve image quality and stability.
- Upgraded PS5 Pro PSSR support 'justifies the existence' of Sony's consoleSony is rolling out an updated PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology to a growing list of PlayStation 5 Pro titles, promising enhanced visual stability and clarity. This AI-driven upscaler, now supported by games like Silent Hill 2, Control, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, is considered by some to be a significant improvement that justifies the console's existence.
- PSSR 2 is finally here, and the tech that made Resident Evil Requiem look so good promises a big PS5 Pro upgrade for…Sony's new PSSR 2 upscaling technology is now available for the PlayStation 5 Pro via a system-level update. This AI-powered feature enhances image reconstruction and motion stability, with specific game patches planned for titles like Crimson Desert, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Monster Hunter Wilds. While generally an improvement, some minor artifacts have been noted in certain games.
- PS5 Pro PSSR 2.0 Update Out Today, Full List of GamesThe PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR 2.0 update is now available, enhancing image quality and frame rates for supported games. Titles like Resident Evil 4, Alan Wake 2, and Control are among the initial list, with more games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 receiving compatibility updates soon. Players can enable or disable the PSSR enhancements in the system's Video Output settings.
- Sony Confirms PlayStation 5 Pro PSSR Upgrades for Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Even Former Xbox Console Exclusive Hellblade 2 - IGNSony has confirmed that numerous games will receive visual upgrades via the PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR technology through a new system software update. Titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and even the former Xbox exclusive Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 will benefit from AI-powered upscaling for improved visuals. The PSSR technology analyzes and enhances the console's output for better and more stable graphics, with specific upgrade timelines varying by game.
- Cyberpunk 2077 Finally Gets a PS5 Pro Patch Very SoonCD Projekt Red will soon release a PlayStation 5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077, reversing an earlier decision not to support the upgraded console. This patch will bring improvements to clarity and image stability, with Assassin's Creed Shadows also set to receive similar support.
- Everyone's Laughing At The New Look Of DLSS 5's "Yassify Filter"Nvidia's new DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology has drawn criticism for its "Yassify Filter" effect, which unnaturally alters character appearances in games. Despite negative social media reactions, publishers like Capcom, Bethesda, Ubisoft, and Warner Bros. Games appear optimistic about the technology, with several titles set to support it this fall.
- PS5 Pro Firmware Update Adds PSSR 2 Upgrade to PS5 Games TodaySony has released a firmware update for the PlayStation 5 Pro that enables the PSSR upgrade for a selection of PS5 games. While some titles like Resident Evil 4 have already seen improvements, the update will bring enhancements to games such as Silent Hill 2, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Sony clarifies that many PS5 titles may see improvements in clarity and image stability, with the option to disable the feature if unexpected visual effects occur.
- Upgraded PSSR for PS5 Pro launches March 17 across several third-party gamesSony Interactive Entertainment is rolling out upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for the PlayStation 5 Pro starting March 17, integrated with the latest system software. Several third-party games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Silent Hill f are receiving official updates to support the new upscaler, with more titles to follow. Players can also unofficially enable PSSR for all compatible games through system settings to potentially improve clarity and image stability.
- PlayStation 5 System Update Adds Upgraded PSSR Support for PS5 Pro, Multiple Studios Confirm IntegrationSony has released a PlayStation 5 system update introducing an upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) with enhanced AI upscaling for the PlayStation 5 Pro. This update aims to improve image stability, detail, and performance in supported games, with titles like Crimson Desert, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Cyberpunk 2077 among the first to integrate the technology. Most future PlayStation 5 Pro titles are expected to launch with the upgraded PSSR enabled by default.
- Upgraded PSSR rolling out to Silent Hill f, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Crimson Desert, and moreSony is rolling out a PlayStation 5 system software update that enhances PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for improved image stability, clarity, and performance. This upgraded PSSR technology will be integrated into numerous upcoming and existing titles, including Silent Hill f, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Crimson Desert, with developers like Konami, BioWare, Remedy Entertainment, Ninja Theory, Square Enix, Koei Tecmo, and Capcom sharing positive impressions. The advancements in PSSR are a result of Sony's Project Amethyst partnership with AMD.
- Assassin's Creed TV Show: Here's Who Will Star In And DirectNetflix and Ubisoft have announced casting and director details for their upcoming Assassin's Creed television series, with production set to begin in Italy in 2026. Johan Renck, known for directing Chernobyl, will helm the series, and nine cast members have been confirmed, though their roles are yet to be revealed. The article also touches on other Assassin's Creed projects, including upcoming games and an animated series.
- Cyberpunk 2077 is Finally Getting PS5 Pro Support With Upgraded PSSRCyberpunk 2077 will receive support for PlayStation 5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR technology, a change from CD Projekt RED's previous stance. This feature aims to improve image quality and stability, similar to its implementation in other titles like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. The article also speculates on the potential addition of a New Game Plus mode.