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'A Transformed Game': Silent Hill F the Highlight of PS5 Pro's Upgrade
The PlayStation 5 Pro's new PSSR upgrade significantly improves the graphical fidelity of Silent Hill F, transforming it from a demonstration of the feature's flaws into a showcase. Other games like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Monster Hunter Wilds also see improvements in areas such as anti-aliasing, foliage rendering, and texture detail with the firmware update.
Nvidia has just shown off DLSS 5 coming this Fall... and currently it looks a lot like an AI lighting filter
Nvidia 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.
Upgraded PS5 Pro PSSR support 'justifies the existence' of Sony's console
Sony 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.
'We want that the real-time images look indistinguishable from reality. We want them to look like a film.' Nvidia has lofty goals for path-traced graphics, but its support for Microsoft's shader stutter cure is a lot more interesting to me
Nvidia aims for photorealistic graphics in future games by leveraging AI and path tracing, with a focus on improving real-time rendering to be indistinguishable from film. The company is also officially supporting Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery system to eliminate shader compilation stutters for PC gamers, with broader adoption expected across platforms and hardware vendors.
Roblox And Minecraft Players Don't Really Care About "Traditionally Good" AAA Games, Study Finds
A study by data firm NewZoo suggests that players of Roblox and Minecraft are less interested in traditional AAA games with high-fidelity graphics. These players are more likely to engage with popular live-service titles like Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto 5, and Call of Duty, indicating a shift in player preferences away from graphical realism.
Evening Mobilization
Samsung has introduced a new tool designed to address graphics bottlenecks on Android devices. Separately, Call of Duty: Mobile has launched its third season, titled 'Paranoia,' and Google Maps has received a significant navigation upgrade.
AMD announces next-gen 'FSR Diamond' AI-enhanced upscaling for future Xbox consoles, but the question is whether it's coming to PC and which GPUs will support it
AMD has announced FSR Diamond, a new AI-enhanced upscaling technology developed in partnership with Microsoft for future Xbox consoles. While initially targeted at consoles, its potential release on PC and compatibility with existing GPUs remain uncertain, with speculation pointing towards RDNA 5 graphics cards due to its heavy AI emphasis. The technology is expected to be part of Project Helix, a co-engineering effort focused on next-gen performance and graphics, with alpha hardware releases anticipated in 2027.
Crimson Desert hands-on report: four hours in the RPG’s massive open world
A hands-on report of Crimson Desert reveals a massive open world with extensive activities and a dynamic combat system. Players control Kliff, a member of the Greymanes, exploring the world of Pywel and learning new skills through observation. The game will feature enhancements for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro, utilizing features like PSSR and raytracing for improved visuals and performance.
Resident Evil: Requiem – PS5 vs PC Performance Analysis - IGN
This analysis compares the performance of Resident Evil: Requiem on PlayStation 5 and PC, focusing on display modes and graphical features like ray tracing. The base PS5 targets a stable 60 fps at an upscaled 4K resolution, while the PS5 Pro offers modes for higher frame rates (up to 120 fps) or enhanced ray tracing at 60 fps. The PC version with a high-end GPU provides the best visual fidelity and performance, with path tracing offering significant graphical improvements at a substantial performance cost.
PlayStation 5 Pro is getting a big graphics upgrade with AMD tech
Sony and AMD are enhancing the PlayStation 5 Pro's graphics capabilities with an upgraded version of Sony's AI-driven upscaling technology, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). This new PSSR, co-developed with AMD and derived from FSR 4, will offer sharper image quality and better performance, with Resident Evil Requiem being the first game to support it.
Minecraft shaders 2026 - Java and Bedrock graphics packs
This guide explores various shader packs available for Minecraft's Java and Bedrock editions, aiming to enhance the game's visuals with improved lighting, weather effects, and atmospheric elements. It details numerous shader options like Stracciatella, Dreamlight, Vanilla Plus, and others, offering instructions on how to install them for both editions to achieve a more visually appealing experience.
SNES Review – Super Castlevania IV
Super Castlevania IV is one of the Super Nintendo's best action platforming games, offering impressive graphics and gameplay for its time. While not hyper-realistic by today's standards, the game's visuals and presentation were highly praised in the early 90s. It scores an 8/10.
By: Chocobo
The author expresses a strong desire for the continuation of the Final Fantasy XIII series, considering it the best installment due to its beautiful story, amazing graphics, and creative characters. They specifically praise the DLC and urge the developers to create a new Final Fantasy XIII-3.