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Metro 2039 goes back to its Metro underground roots, with a story shaped by the war in Ukraine and the people who suffer it
4A Games has officially unveiled Metro 2039, the next installment in the Metro series, which will return to the confined tunnels of the Moscow Metro. The story, co-written by Russian author Dmitry Glukhovsky, is influenced by the war in Ukraine and explores the psychological toll on its inhabitants. Metro 2039 is set for a winter release on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5, featuring a rebuilt 4A Engine with enhanced ray tracing.
Even with ray tracing to buff out its bots, Pragmata performs a treat on PC
Pragmata demonstrates strong performance on PC, even with ray tracing enabled, and has relatively low system requirements. The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware, including older GPUs and the Steam Deck, with options for upscaling technologies like FSR and DLSS to further enhance frame rates.
Best Pragmata graphics settings for no lag and max FPS
This guide provides recommended graphics settings for the game Pragmata to achieve optimal performance and high frame rates on PC. It details specific adjustments for various graphical options, including ray tracing, texture quality, and anti-aliasing, to balance visual fidelity with smooth gameplay. The settings are based on the RE Engine, which also powers Resident Evil: Requiem.
Pragmata’s, Resident Evil Requiem’s RE Engine Path Tracing Integration Explained in Hour-Long Video
Capcom and Nvidia have released an hour-long GDC talk detailing the integration of path tracing into the RE Engine for Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata. The implementation, which took a year and a half, utilizes Nvidia's DLSS Ray Reconstruction for denoising and is exclusive to RTX graphics cards. The developers discuss design choices made to optimize performance and visual fidelity, including compensation for brightness and the use of specific lighting models.
Layers Of Fear Is Getting A Physical Release On Switch 2
Meridiem will release a physical edition of Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition for the Nintendo Switch on September 18, 2026. This edition includes both Layers of Fear and Layers of Fear 2, all DLC, a lenticular postcard, and an art book. The game features immersive first-person gameplay, interwoven stories of creators, and rebuilt visuals with HDR and ray tracing.
Pragmata Gets New Story-Focused Trailer Ahead of April 17th Launch
Capcom has released a new story-focused trailer for Pragmata, showcasing the relationship between protagonists Hugh and Diana as they escape a rogue AI on a lunar base. The trailer also highlights the game's unique blend of combat and on-the-fly hacking puzzles. Pragmata is set to launch on April 17th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, with features like Nvidia's RTX and DLSS 4 technology for PC.
It’s American Truck Simulator meets the, er Sims as you get ready to take your rig across country and haul some cargo
Truck Driver: The American Dream blends the relaxing gameplay of trucking simulators like Euro Truck Simulator with a narrative focus. Players step into the shoes of Nathan, a trucker trying to rebuild his life and legacy. The game features over 150 missions, new jobs, an additional truck, and a 'Vista System' treasure hunt, alongside technical upgrades like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support.
SOEDESCO® reveals Story Trailer for Truck Driver: The American Dream on Steam
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai have released a story trailer for Truck Driver: The American Dream, highlighting its narrative focus on legacy and ambition. The game, coming to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, will feature new missions, an additional truck, steering wheel support, and graphical enhancements like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support. A playable demo is available on Steam.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
Cyberpunk 2077 Isn’t Done Yet, and PS5 Pro Proves It
CD Projekt RED has surprisingly added PlayStation 5 Pro support to Cyberpunk 2077, featuring enhanced ray tracing and multiple graphical modes. This update comes years after the game's initial launch and controversial release, following significant revamps and the Phantom Liberty expansion. The developer's continued support, including a Nintendo Switch 2 version and availability on PlayStation Plus and Game Pass, highlights the game's ongoing success and player engagement.
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Several individuals are sharing their gaming plans for the weekend, with titles like Secrets of Grindea, Xenonauts 2, Cyberpunk 2077, Metroid Dread, Metroid Prime 4 Beyond, and Helldivers 2 being mentioned. Some are excited about JRPG elements and ray tracing features, while others plan to explore different genres.
Cyberpunk 2077 Is Now Utterly Essential on PS5 Pro
Cyberpunk 2077 is now considered a must-play on the PlayStation 5 Pro, particularly due to its impressive ray-traced modes. These enhancements provide a significant boost in visual depth to the already acclaimed open-world experience.
Samson patch notes – vital fixes incoming in the first major update on Friday
The first major patch for the game Samson, titled Update 1, is set to release on Friday, addressing numerous issues that have impacted its reception. The update focuses on performance improvements, crash fixes, and critical mission progression bugs. It also includes general gameplay and polish enhancements, aiming to stabilize the experience and improve player satisfaction.
Strength and Destiny Collide: ‘Samson: A Tyndalston Story’ Arrives in the Cloud
Samson: A Tyndalston Story, an action game from Liquid Swords, is now available on GeForce NOW, allowing players to stream it on various devices. The game features cinematic melee combat, choice-driven narrative, and utilizes ray tracing and NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 for enhanced visuals and performance. Several other games, including Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, Morbid Metal, DayZ, and Starfield, were also added to the GeForce NOW library this week.
Hands On: Cyberpunk 2077 Is Now Utterly Essential on PS5 Pro
Cyberpunk 2077 has received a significant update for the PlayStation 5 Pro, introducing three new graphics modes: Ray Tracing Pro, Ray Tracing, and Performance. These modes enhance visual clarity, lighting detail, and offer different frame rate targets, with Ray Tracing Pro providing the most impressive graphical fidelity at 30fps or 40fps, while Ray Tracing offers a balance at 60fps, and Performance targets up to 90fps with ray tracing disabled.
Cyberpunk 2077 har fått gratis PS5 Pro-uppdatering
CD Projekt Red has unexpectedly released a free PlayStation 5 Pro update for Cyberpunk 2077, enhancing graphics and performance. The update introduces support for PlayStation 5 Pro's upscaling technology (PSSR) and three distinct graphics modes, including a Ray Tracing Pro Mode.
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Rumors suggest a remaster of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time may be in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, sparking debate about updating the classic. Call of the Elder Gods, a sequel to Call of the Sea, is set to release on May 12th for multiple platforms including the Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, and will be available on Game Pass. The Boys showrunner Eric Kripke discussed the decision to kill off a major character early in season 5, emphasizing the show's commitment to unpredictability.
Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Update Available Now
CD Projekt RED has released a PlayStation 5 Pro update for Cyberpunk 2077, enhancing visuals with PSSR upscaling, improved ray tracing, and better framerates. The update offers three modes: Ray Tracing Pro, Performance, and a balanced Ray Tracing mode. Cyberpunk 2077 is also available on PC, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Cyberpunk 2077’s New PS5 Pro Update Makes Night City Shine All Over Again
CD Projekt Red has released a free performance update for Cyberpunk 2077 specifically for the PlayStation 5 Pro. This update introduces three new graphical modes: Performance, Ray Tracing Pro, and standard Ray Tracing, alongside support for PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for AI-powered upscaling.
Long Awaited Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Finally Gone Live
CD Projekt RED has released a significant update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PlayStation 5 Pro, featuring a nearly 8 GB download. The patch introduces PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for AI-powered upscaling, optimized ray-tracing, and three graphics modes: Ray Tracing Mode, Performance Mode, and Ray Tracing Pro Mode.
