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Nvidia DLSS 5 is arriving very soon, bringing "Hollywood-grade photorealism" to your games
Nvidia has announced that its latest AI-powered graphics technology, DLSS 5, will launch on September 3 alongside NBA 2K27. The company claims the technology will bring "Hollywood-grade photorealism" to games by enhancing visuals with AI systems. However, the technology has faced criticism for potentially over-processing in-game graphics, a concern Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed.
GTA 6 Vs. GTA 5 Graphical Comparison – 10 Biggest Changes You Should Know
Grand Theft Auto 6 showcases a significant graphical leap over Grand Theft Auto 5, particularly in character models, animations, lighting, and environmental detail. The game's realism is enhanced by advanced features like ray tracing and improved water physics, promising a more immersive experience on the PlayStation 5.
Modern Warfare 4 devs vow to fix Captain Price's hair after 'halfprice' jokes
Infinity Ward has acknowledged community feedback regarding Captain Price's unusual hairline in the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, which appeared on lower graphical settings. The developer has vowed to address the issue in a future update, aiming to restore the character's appearance before the game's full release on October 23, 2026. The issue was noted by players across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Metro 2039 gameplay trailer looks like bad news for your aging graphics card
The latest gameplay trailer for Metro 2039 showcases impressive photorealistic graphics and advanced visual features like ray tracing, raising concerns about its hardware requirements. Despite its high-fidelity visuals, the game is confirmed to run on the Xbox Series S, suggesting potential scalability, though performance on mid-range PCs remains uncertain. 4A Games is developing the title on a proprietary engine, and a playable demo is available at Gamescom.
Crimson Desert Patch 1.16 – 10 New Gameplay Changes
Crimson Desert's latest patch, version 1.16, introduces significant overhauls to the trading system, including 133 new trading posts, revamped profit margins, and wagon routes displayed on the minimap. The update also adds new trade goods, improves wagon workshop functionality, and integrates a trade tab on the world map for better market navigation. Additionally, the patch includes graphical enhancements with updated AMD FSR support for RDNA 3 GPUs and improvements to ray generation, alongside various bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements for gameplay.
BeamNG.drive får sin största uppdatering någonsin
BeamNG.drive has released version 0.39, its largest update to date, featuring significant graphical enhancements including improved shadows, ambient occlusion, and volumetric clouds. The update also introduces the new Cherrier Ardente sports car, a revamped user interface, and more realistic lighting and aerodynamic effects. A PlayStation 5 version is still planned for release this year.
Halo: Campaign Evolved vs Anniversary vs Original – 15 Biggest Graphics Differences
Halo: Campaign Evolved significantly enhances the graphical fidelity of Halo: Combat Evolved and its Anniversary remake, showcasing advancements in lighting, shadows, textures, and environmental detail. The new version leverages Unreal Engine 5 to bring a modern, realistic aesthetic while preserving the original art direction and gameplay experience.
Unity 7 to release in 2027, helps devs "ship sharper graphics"
Unity has announced Unity 7, scheduled for release in Q1 2027 following a beta in December 2026. The new version aims to improve development speed with features like faster shader builds and near-instant Play Mode, alongside enhanced graphics capabilities such as dynamic global illumination and neural upscaling. It will also introduce new monetization tools and improved collaboration features for developers.
10 Best Looking Games of 2026 So Far
This article ranks the 10 best-looking games released in the first half of 2026, highlighting advancements in graphical fidelity and immersive world design. Titles like Resident Evil Requiem, RIDE 6, and Forza Horizon 6 are praised for their stunning visuals, character models, and environmental details, showcasing how current hardware allows developers to blur the line between reality and virtual worlds.
See How Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Transforms The Pirate Classic
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2014 pirate classic, launches on July 9th with significant visual upgrades including ray-traced global illumination and overhauled character models. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with the PS5 version targeting an upscaled 2160p resolution and featuring extended ray tracing options. Ubisoft has confirmed global launch times for the title.
GTA 6 won’t run at 60fps even on PS5 Pro say experts despite rumours
Experts at Digital Foundry believe Grand Theft Auto 6 will not achieve 60 frames per second, even on the PlayStation 5 Pro, due to its demanding graphical fidelity and dense open world. While rumors persist of a 60fps mode, Digital Foundry suggests this is likely boilerplate text and that Rockstar Games typically prioritizes high fidelity at 30fps, as seen with previous titles like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
GTA 6 graphics have been downgraded complain fans as experts say the opposite
Fans are debating whether Grand Theft Auto 6's graphics have been downgraded based on new screenshots released by Rockstar Games, with some pointing to lighting and model differences compared to trailers. Experts and outlets like Digital Foundry suggest the screenshots showcase an "unprecedented level of polish," potentially taken from a development environment, and that judging the final game's visuals from these stills is premature.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Gets Upgraded PSSR Support on July 7th
DOOM: The Dark Ages will receive a free update on July 7th, coinciding with the "ginormous" Revelations DLC, to support the PlayStation 5 Pro's enhanced PSSR technology. This update will bring sharper visuals and improved detail to the game, enhancing the brutal combat and gore effects.
Snabbkollen – Vad är viktigast i remakes?
This article discusses what fans consider most important in video game remakes, presenting a poll on whether fidelity to the original, updated graphics, improved gameplay mechanics, better audio, or new content is prioritized. The results show a near even split between fidelity, graphics, and gameplay, with other factors receiving much lower percentages.
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round Producer Yosuke Hayashi Talks Improvements, Photo Mode, & More
Koei Tecmo producer Yosuke Hayashi discusses Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, an enhanced version of the 2019 fighting game launching on PlayStation 5. The interview highlights improvements like the Oboro lighting system, 4K support, and an extensive Photo Mode. Hayashi also confirms that five previously released DLC characters will be included from the start, with plans for further post-launch content and a new character.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger free update launches July 9, adds Terriermon Assistant, Graphics Mode options, more
Bandai Namco and Media.Vision are releasing a free update for Digimon Story: Time Stranger on July 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, and July 10 for Nintendo Switch. The update adds Terriermon Assistant as a playable character, a Photo Mode, and a Graphics Mode selection option, allowing for up to 60 frames per second on consoles.
Runescape's "biggest visual overhaul" in over a decade has arrived, and its fresh faces are a huge improvement
Jagex has released the biggest visual overhaul for Runescape in over a decade, focusing on a significant improvement to player avatar models and customization options. This update, which began development in 2021, aims to make characters more lifelike while retaining the game's core aesthetic. It follows other recent improvements like the removal of the Treasure Hunter system and UI refreshes.
Handheld gaming in 2026 just got better, but at a big cost: here are the best handheld gaming PCs unveiled at Computex…
Computex 2026 has seen the unveiling of several new handheld gaming PCs from manufacturers like Asus, Acer, MSI, and OneXPlayer, featuring Intel's new Arc G3 Extreme processor. These devices aim to improve performance, visual enjoyment, and comfort, with some models like the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ and OneXPlayer 3 showing significant performance gains over previous generations. However, high potential price points, with rumors suggesting bundles could reach $2,000, may impact their market success.
Bungie vet says OG Halo beats Campaign Evolved and its "modern, AAA, fancy Unreal graphics" because "the constraints actually make it a stronger game"
A former Bungie design lead, Niles Sankey, believes the original Halo's graphical constraints made it a stronger game than modern remakes like Halo: Campaign Evolved. He argues that excessive detail in "fancy Unreal graphics" can impair battlefield readability and enemy visibility, which are crucial for gameplay.
Intel announces two Arc G-Series chips for handheld gaming PCs, promising 'seamless gaming experiences on the…
Intel has officially announced its new Panther Lake-based processors for handheld gaming PCs: the Intel Arc G3 and Intel Arc G3 Extreme. These chips feature integrated Intel Arc graphics and a hybrid core design, promising seamless gaming experiences. Handheld devices from Acer, MSI, and OneXPlayer utilizing these new processors are expected to launch in the coming months.
