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If you've spent three years credit farming in Starfield, Bethesda finally has something worthwhile for you to spend…
Starfield is set to receive a significant update on April 7 with the Free Lanes update and the Terran Armada DLC, coinciding with its release on PlayStation 5. The update introduces changes to space travel, exploration, and customization, alongside new player housing options like Asteroid Manor. Bethesda is also offering a price reduction on the base game across all platforms.
Starfield PS5 vs Starfield OLED: Which Gaming Experienc... | TAG
Starfield is now available for preorder on PlayStation 5, with Standard and Premium editions launching April 7. Death Stranding 2 is set to release on PC and PlayStation 5 with new features, despite a Steam build leak. An unofficial PC port of the original Animal Crossing has been released, and Invincible season 4 draws parallels to James Gunn's Superman.
Todd Howard Says Everyone Should “Just Pretend We Didn’t Announce” Elder Scrolls 6
Todd Howard stated that The Elder Scrolls 6 is still a long way off and suggested fans should pretend it hasn't been announced yet. He explained his preference for announcing games closer to their release to manage player expectations and excitement. Howard also mentioned the challenges of developing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
GTA 6 boss speaks out against AI as Nvidia CEO calls critics 'completely wrong'
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang defended the company's new DLSS 5 technology, which uses generative AI, against criticism that it alters game visuals too drastically. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed skepticism about AI's ability to create hit games like Grand Theft Auto 6, stating that such notions are laughable. While Nvidia insists developers maintain artistic control, concerns remain about the impact of generative AI on game aesthetics and development.
"Just pretend we didn't announce it": Todd Howard knows The Elder Scrolls 6 teaser has haunted RPG fans for nearly 8 years, but its early reveal was about "informing our audience"
Bethesda Game Studios boss Todd Howard acknowledges that the teaser for The Elder Scrolls 6, revealed in 2018, may have been shown too early, leading to nearly eight years of fan anticipation with little new information. He explained that the early reveal was intended to inform the audience about ongoing projects, especially when new single-player games are expected.
Starfield Free Lanes & Terran Armada Hands-Off Preview | TNS
An early look at the upcoming Free Lanes and Terran Armada updates for Starfield, scheduled for release in April. These updates are expected to introduce new content and features to the game.
John Carpenter Can't Wait To Play A Game That Hasn't Even Been Revealed Yet
Filmmaker John Carpenter expressed his excitement for the unrevealed Fallout 5, stating his long-standing love for the Fallout universe. He also discussed his enjoyment of Fallout 76 and listed other beloved titles including Sonic the Hedgehog and Assassin's Creed. Starfield is also mentioned as coming to PlayStation 5 with new DLC.
Intel Arc update adds pre-compiled shaders to speed up game load times by up to 3x
Intel has released a new Arc graphics driver update that includes a Graphics Shader Distribution Service to pre-compile shaders, significantly reducing game load times by up to 3x on Intel Arc B-series GPUs and Core Ultra processors. This feature, also supported by Microsoft's API, aims to eliminate shader compilation wait times common in PC gaming and improve in-game stuttering. The update includes support for major titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and God of War Ragnarok.
Intel must also hate waiting for shaders to compile as it begins bundling pre-compiled code into Arc drivers for faster…
Intel is introducing a new service that bundles pre-compiled shaders into its graphics drivers for Arc GPUs, aiming to reduce game loading times by up to 50% and minimize stuttering. This initiative, part of Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery system, will also be supported by Nvidia for GeForce RTX users later this year and is already being utilized by the Xbox ROG Ally.
Starfield Free Lanes & Terran Armada Hands-Off Preview | TNS
This preview discusses "Free Lanes" for Starfield and "Terran Armada," with a focus on past discussions and predictions regarding Starfield's potential release on PlayStation 5. The article highlights community debates and user reactions to these topics.
Nvidia DLSS 5 critics have the tech "completely wrong", CEO Jensen Huang insists, arguing it's somehow "very different than generative AI"
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang insists critics are wrong about DLSS 5, stating it fuses game geometry and textures with generative AI for "content-control generative AI" rather than being purely generative AI. He argues this "neural rendering" technology allows developers to maintain artistic control, despite examples like Starfield and Oblivion showing significant visual alterations that have drawn criticism.
Nvidia responds to widespread criticism of DLSS 5 by telling us we're all "completely wrong"
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has responded to criticism of its new DLSS 5 technology, stating that critics are "completely wrong." He emphasized that DLSS 5 is a "content-control generative AI" focused on geometry and textures, not post-processing, and that developers retain full artistic control. Bethesda has also assured players that its implementation of DLSS 5 in Starfield will be optional and under artist control.
Elder Scrolls 6 Development Could Go Smoother Than Starfield For A Key Reason
Todd Howard, studio head at Bethesda Game Studios, stated that The Elder Scrolls 6's development should be smoother than Starfield's due to improved use of their Creation Engine 3. The team is focused on refining the engine alongside development, avoiding the challenges faced during Starfield's creation with Creation Engine 2. Howard also confirmed Bethesda's commitment to their proprietary engine over alternatives like Unreal Engine.
Kritikerna har "helt fel" om DLSS 5 – kontrollen finns hos utvecklarna
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang refutes criticism that its new DLSS 5 technology produces AI-generated-looking characters, stating that developers retain full control. He clarifies that DLSS 5, referred to as neural rendering, combines generative AI with content control and is set for release this fall. Games like Resident Evil Requiem, Starfield, and Assassin's Creed Shadows are slated to implement the technology.
Gamers Are "Completely Wrong" In Criticisms Of DLSS 5, Nvidia CEO Says
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has responded to criticism of the company's new DLSS 5 technology, stating that gamers are "completely wrong." Huang explained that DLSS 5 uses generative AI for content control at the geometry level, not post-processing, and remains optional for developers and players. While some developers like Bethesda Game Studios and Capcom have expressed enthusiasm for its potential in enhancing visuals and immersion, early demonstrations, such as those for Starfield and Resident Evil Requiem, have drawn criticism for their appearance, which developers have stated are early looks that will be further refined.
Games Inbox: Is Starfield a good game?
Readers express disappointment with Starfield's gameplay and its impact on Bethesda's development timeline, questioning its upcoming PlayStation 5 release. Concerns are also raised about Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology and its perceived negative effect on game art and visual quality, with some readers hoping for a more traditional approach from future consoles and developers.
Evening Consolidation
Starfield is set to launch on PlayStation 5 next month, according to Game Informer. Additionally, trailers were released for Grime 2 and "DigDigDriill" on Nintendo Switch.
Starfield's Terran Armada story DLC will let you recruit a robot who is 'not evil' but also…
Bethesda has announced the upcoming Terran Armada story DLC for Starfield, set to release on April 7th for $10. This DLC will introduce new enemy factions, robot companions, and gameplay mechanics like incursions. Alongside the DLC, a free update will add a cruise mode for faster travel between planets within a system and other quality-of-life improvements.
'We've Always Wanted to Do It': Todd Howard Says He Knew Starfield PS5 Would Be a 'Matter of Time'
Todd Howard stated that Starfield coming to PlayStation 5 was always a goal, despite Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda making it an Xbox console exclusive. He highlighted Bethesda's long-standing relationship with PlayStation and their continued work on other titles like Fallout 76 and Skyrim. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5 on April 7th.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Has “The Majority of This Building” Working On It, Says Todd Howard
Todd Howard, director of The Elder Scrolls 6, stated that the majority of Bethesda Game Studios' developers are working on the upcoming RPG. He also mentioned that the game will be significantly different from previous titles like Starfield and Fallout, and that the studio has made substantial improvements to its Creation Engine for its development.
