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Xbox follows in PlayStation's footsteps, introducing AMD FSR 4.1, targeting better graphics and performance on Series X/S
Microsoft announced that AMD's FSR 4.1 image upscaling technology will be coming to Xbox Series X and Series S consoles, as well as handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally. This AI-driven technology renders games at a lower resolution and upscales them for improved visuals and performance, potentially extending the life of current-generation hardware. The move follows Sony's recent introduction of its own upscaling technology, QSSR, for the PlayStation 5.
Second PS5 System Update for October 2026 Rolled Out
Sony Interactive Entertainment has released PlayStation 5 system software update 26.07-14.20.00, the second for October 2026. The update primarily focuses on improving messages and usability on some screens, with no major new features announced. There is still no word on the wider rollout of the Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR) feature for the base PS5.
Sega Pulls Total War: Shogun 2 Remaster After Backlash Over AI-Upscaled Graphics
Sega and Creative Assembly have withdrawn the remastered version of Total War: Shogun 2 from sale due to significant player backlash over its AI-upscaled graphics and numerous bugs. The company has replaced it with the original 2011 version, acknowledging that the "Complete Edition" fell short of expectations. The game currently holds an overwhelmingly negative rating on Steam.
I jammed Nvidia's new DLSS 5 October update model into the RTX Spark and it's 25% faster at 1440p
Nvidia's latest DLSS 5 update, featuring a new Neural Rendering model, shows a 25% performance increase at 1440p in NBA 2K27 when tested on the Nvidia RTX Spark platform. The updated model is reportedly half as demanding on hardware and reduces VRAM usage, though visual improvements are most noticeable in cutscenes rather than gameplay.
Hogwarts Legacy's DLSS 5 update shows devs have been listening to PC gamers about keeping it the hell away from…
Nvidia is releasing a new DLSS 5 model on November 5th, which will be implemented in Hogwarts Legacy. This update significantly reduces the performance overhead and VRAM usage compared to previous versions, addressing earlier criticisms about its impact on character models. The new DLSS 5 model focuses more on environmental lighting and materials, with developers actively toning down its effect on character appearances.
AI-upscaled Total War: Shogun 2 remaster blasted in Steam reviews as the original gets delisted: "Literally the…
The newly released remaster of Total War: Shogun 2, titled Total War: Shogun 2 - Complete Edition, is facing overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam. Players are criticizing the use of AI upscaling, performance issues, a higher price point, and the delisting of the original game. Creative Assembly is facing backlash for these changes, with many calling the remaster a greedy and compromised product.
Nvidia Brings DLSS 5 to Hogwarts Legacy, But Some Fans Can't Tell The Difference
Nvidia has implemented its DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology in Hogwarts Legacy, following its recent debut in NBA 2K27. However, some players have reported difficulty in distinguishing the visual difference brought by the new model.
Metal Gear Creator Doesn’t Like AI Tech Like DLSS 5, Concedes it Will “Probably Become Standard”
Hideo Kojima expressed mixed feelings about generative AI technology like DLSS 5, concerned about its potential to alter artistic intent in game development. While acknowledging its usefulness and likely industry adoption, he dislikes the idea of AI changing his work without his direct control. Kojima's past games have explored AI themes, and he remains uncertain about its role at Kojima Productions.
Hideo Kojima addresses AI after DLSS 5 hit Death Stranding 2, says "I don't much like the idea" of it taking work or control from artists
Hideo Kojima expressed reservations about the increasing use of AI in game development, particularly concerning its potential to replace human artists and control creative direction. While acknowledging AI's utility in tasks like remastering and upscaling, he voiced concerns about its lack of artistic intention, stating he wouldn't want AI altering his work without his direct control.
PS5 Pro Specs Breakdown: PSSR, GPU Architecture & Frame Rates
This article provides a technical breakdown of the PlayStation 5 Pro's specifications, detailing its custom Viola SoC, 60 Compute Units, 576 GB/s memory bandwidth, 2GB DDR5 OS offload, and the PSSR AI upscaling technology.
Sony introduces AI upscaling to base PS5; Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are first games to implement new tech
Sony Interactive Entertainment has introduced Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), an AI upscaling technology for the base PlayStation 5, developed with AMD. This technology enhances image quality and frame rates, with Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei being the first games to implement it. Meanwhile, Jagex is investigating the use of generative AI by a partner in a RuneScape trailer, reaffirming its commitment against using AI for game assets.
Ulasan Nvidia Shield TV Pro: Masih Layakkah Dibeli untuk Home Theater dan Cloud Gaming?
The Nvidia Shield TV Pro remains a top-tier device for home theater enthusiasts and cloud gaming, excelling in lossless audio passthrough and AI-enhanced upscaling. Despite its premium price and lack of HDR10+ support, its robust hardware, flexible Android TV OS, and powerful Tegra X1+ chip make it a worthwhile long-term investment for high-quality media playback and gaming.
PS5 gets "AI-guided upscaling" a bit like PS5 Pro's, and it's available now in Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei
Sony Interactive Entertainment has introduced Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), an AI-guided upscaling technology for the PlayStation 5, now available in Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei. This technology aims to improve image detail and stability, offering a taste of the PlayStation 5 Pro's capabilities on the standard console. Developers will soon have broader access to QSSR for their games.
AI-uppskalaren QSSR har släppts till basversionen av PS5
Sony has released Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), an AI upscaling technology for the base PlayStation 5 model. This alternative to the PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR aims to improve image quality and stability. Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are the first titles to receive QSSR support.
PS5 System Update Rolled Out to Ring in October 2026
Sony Interactive Entertainment released PlayStation 5 system software update 26.06-14.10.00 on October 1, focusing on security fixes and system performance. The update also appears to address recent PS5 jailbreaks. Notably, the base PlayStation 5 now supports Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), an AI upscaler previously exclusive to the PlayStation 5 Pro.
Evening Reading - October 1, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers new additions to Street Fighter 6, reviews for Dragon Quest Heroes and End of Abyss, and a demo for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. It also mentions AI upscaling for PlayStation 5, a new Fortnite item, and Creative Assembly's focus on atmosphere for Alien: Isolation 2. News includes Xbox stating it is not for sale and Grasshopper Manufacture separating from NetEase Games.
Base PS5 Is Getting AI Upscaling, Starting With Marvel’s Wolverine And Ghost Of Yōtei
Sony is introducing a new AI upscaling technology called QSSR for the standard PlayStation 5, which will enhance graphics in existing games without requiring a PS5 Pro. Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei will be the first titles to feature this graphical improvement.
Sony Introduces Quick Spectral Super Resolution - A New Performance Tier of PSSR For Base PlayStation 5s
Sony has introduced Quick Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), an AI upscaling technology for all PlayStation 5 users, developed in collaboration with AMD. This new graphics feature aims to enhance performance without significantly altering existing graphical paradigms.
"AI upscaling is coming to PS5": Sony's base console is getting its own version of the PS5 Pro feature I've been jealous about for 2 years
Sony Interactive Entertainment is bringing its AI upscaling technology, previously exclusive to the PS5 Pro, to the base PlayStation 5 console. This new feature, called Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), aims to improve image detail and stability in games like Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei.
QSSR AI upscaling coming to PS5
Sony Interactive Entertainment is bringing its new AI upscaling technology, Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), to the base PlayStation 5 console. This feature, developed in collaboration with AMD, aims to improve image detail and stability in games. Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei will be the first titles to support QSSR, with the technology to be made available to all PlayStation developers in the future.
