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Your ROG Xbox Ally X is about to get a free performance upgrade soon
The ASUS ROG Ally X handheld gaming PC will receive a free software update in April 2026 that introduces Automatic Super Resolution (Auto SR), Microsoft's AI-powered upscaling technology. This feature will enhance game visuals by upscaling from 720p to 1080p or higher, offering a performance boost of up to 30% without requiring developer integration. The update is exclusive to the ROG Ally X due to its AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chipset with a dedicated Neural Processing Unit.
PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Support Confirmed for Award-Winning Games
Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that Control Ultimate Edition and Alan Wake 2 will receive support for the PlayStation 5 Pro's new PSSR 2 technology. This advanced upscaling feature aims to improve image stability and motion clarity. The update is expected to roll out this month, with Resident Evil Requiem being the first title to utilize the new PSSR technology.
I still have a soft spot for the Radeon RX 7900 XTX in 2026, but does this last-gen flagship hold its own against…
This analysis evaluates the continued relevance of the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card in 2026, comparing its performance against newer Nvidia and AMD offerings like the RTX 5070 and RX 9070 XT. Despite lacking newer features like Redstone frame generation, the 7900 XTX demonstrates strong native 4K performance, often outperforming competitors that rely heavily on AI upscaling, though pricing remains a key consideration.
Crimson Desert PS5 Pro Footage Revealed, Performance Mode “Puts Up a Good Fight” to Hit 60 FPS
Digital Foundry has analyzed the performance of Crimson Desert on the PlayStation 5 Pro, revealing three distinct graphical modes: Performance, Balanced, and Quality. The Performance mode targets 60 FPS with upscaled 4K visuals and raytracing, though frame rates can drop in busy scenes. The analysis also noted that the current build's image upscaling quality may improve with a planned update for launch.
Early Xbox Project Helix specs promise "next-generation" AI upscaling and an "order of magnitude leap in ray tracing performance" as Microsoft tries to win the next-gen console war before it even starts
Microsoft has revealed early specifications for its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, developed in partnership with AMD. The console will feature custom AMD silicon designed for next-generation DirectX and FSR, promising significant advancements in AI upscaling and an order of magnitude leap in ray tracing performance. Dev kits are expected to roll out in 2027.
NVIDIA GDC 2026 reveals include DLSS 4.5 Mega Geometry, mod features, and better VR streaming
NVIDIA announced several software advancements at the Game Developers Conference, including DLSS 4.5 Mega Geometry, new features for game modding, and improved VR streaming capabilities. These reveals highlight NVIDIA's ongoing commitment to enhancing the gaming development ecosystem.
What is Nvidia DLSS? Upscaling, frame gen, and more explained
Nvidia DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) is a technology that uses AI to upscale lower-resolution images to a higher resolution, improving performance and visual quality. It also includes frame generation features to further boost frame rates. The article explains how DLSS works, its benefits, and which Nvidia graphics cards support the technology.
Evening Tech Bits
Intel has released version 3.0.0 of its XeSS SDK, a technology aimed at improving frame rates through AI upscaling. The article also touches on a separate, experimental project involving a biocomputer trained on human brain cells that has learned to play the game Doom.
Morning Tech Bits
NVIDIA's DLSS technology is being implemented in DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin. Apple also unveiled its new Studio Display and the high-end Studio Display XDR.
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered Review – The Great Nosgoth Rebellion of 2003
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered offers a visually updated version of the 2003 action RPG, but retains the original's flawed combat and controls. While the gameplay remains tedious, the remaster includes significant bonus content like lost levels and developer materials. The use of AI upscaling is criticized, but the game is considered a well-preserved, albeit flawed, experience.
Sony confirms Resident Evil Requiem is the first game to use the PS5 Pro's updated PSSR upscaler tech — 'The upgraded PSSR has allowed us to elevate our expressiveness by successfully processing these details and textural particularities', says Capcom
Sony has confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem is the first game to utilize the PlayStation 5 Pro's updated PSSR AI upscaling technology, with a global rollout for PS5 Pro players in the coming weeks. This enhanced PSSR, developed in partnership with AMD, aims to improve both frame rate and image quality, particularly for intricate details like hair and textures. Existing PS5 Pro games will also receive this upgrade in March.
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5, Path Tracing and G-SYNC Pulsar Supercharge Gameplay With Enhanced Performance and Visuals
NVIDIA announced DLSS 4.5 at CES, featuring Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and a second-generation transformer model for DLSS Super Resolution. This update aims to enhance performance and visuals in games, with over 250 titles and applications already supporting NVIDIA DLSS.
mClassic Graphics Upscaler For Retro Game Consoles Is Over 60% Off For Amazon Prime Day
Marseille's mClassic Graphics Upscaler is available at a significant discount for Amazon Prime Day, with the Retro Edition priced at $39 (down from $100). This accessory aims to improve the visual experience of older retro consoles on modern HD and 4K TVs by upscaling resolution and offering various visual modes.
