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DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is now available on PC
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has been released on PC by KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, potentially as one of the last Sony PlayStation published titles for the platform. The PC version includes new features like 'to the wilder' mode, VR training, and enhanced graphical options such as NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR, Intel XeSS, frame generation, and Ray Tracing. Initial testing on Linux with Proton has encountered freezing issues.
PS5 Pro Left Behind: Death Stranding 2 Misses Out On PC Ray Tracing Upgrades
Death Stranding 2's PC release features new graphical upgrades, including ray tracing. However, the PlayStation 5 Pro version of the game will not include these ray tracing enhancements.
PS5 Pro Left Behind: Death Stranding 2 Misses Out On PC Ray Tracing Upgrades
The article discusses the disappointment that Death Stranding 2 will not receive PC ray tracing upgrades, even as the PlayStation 5 version is mentioned. It touches on the potential negative impact on developer morale when such features are not fully realized or utilized across platforms.
Crimson Desert Studio Seemngly Won’t Showcase Xbox Series X/S Gameplay Before Launch
Pearl Abyss has not showcased gameplay for Crimson Desert on Xbox Series X/S, unlike the PlayStation 5 version. The developer referred IGN to the official console specifications when asked about the lack of footage. While reviewers may provide their own gameplay, official developer showcases for Xbox are not expected before the March 19th launch.
Hideo Kojima says a Hawaiian proverb led to the new Death Stranding 2 trailer, because what else did you expect: "I gave it the special title 'No Rain, No Rainbow'"
Hideo Kojima revealed that the trailer for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach was inspired by a Hawaiian proverb, 'No Rain, No Rainbow,' symbolizing that good things follow hardship. The trailer, released alongside the PC version of the game, incorporates this theme with lyrics and game elements. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is set to release on PC on March 19, with mentions of other upcoming projects like OD and Physint.
Crimson Desert Global Release Time Confirmed as Preload Goes Live - IGN
Pearl Abyss has confirmed the global release time for Crimson Desert, with preloads now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The open-world action game launches worldwide on March 19th, featuring support for various upscaling and ray tracing technologies on PC and consoles. The developer addressed concerns about console version visibility, assuring players that details would be revealed in time for pre-orders.
Gamers are right to be disgusted by NVIDIA's DLSS 5
Gamers have expressed widespread disgust and skepticism towards NVIDIA's new DLSS 5 technology, which uses AI to enhance lighting and materials. Critics argue it's another form of 'AI slop' that can homogenize visuals and stray from artistic intent, despite NVIDIA's claims of developer control. While the technology's full impact remains to be seen, the negative reaction highlights gamer concerns about AI's role in game development.
Death Stranding 2 new PC & PS5 features detailed, live March 19
Kojima Productions has detailed new features for Death Stranding 2 on PC and PlayStation 5, launching March 19. The PC version will include a new "to the wilder" mode, VR training area, and advanced graphical options like Ray Tracing, while both platforms receive new fieldware and Photo Mode additions. Nixxes Software assisted with PC-specific features such as DLSS and uncapped frame rates.
NVIDIA DLSS 5 Reveal | Starfield
NVIDIA has revealed DLSS 5 technology, showcasing its capabilities in Starfield. This AI-powered upscaling technology aims to enhance visuals by incorporating photorealistic lighting and materials, significantly improving the rendering quality.
Nvidia's DLSS 5 Teases AI-Powered, Photo-Realistic Lighting--And The Backlash Is Strong
Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, a new AI-powered technology that aims to create photorealistic lighting and material changes at a per-pixel level. While demonstrated with striking results on games like Resident Evil Requiem and Starfield, the announcement has drawn significant backlash from some developers and players who feel it alters artistic intent and applies an "airbrush filter." The technology is slated for release later this year and requires high-end hardware, with early previews suggesting substantial VRAM demands.
Games Inbox: Is Requiem the best Resident Evil game?
Readers discuss their thoughts on Resident Evil Requiem, with some considering it among the best in the series, though slightly behind remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 4. The article also touches on Microsoft's lack of live service games, the potential of Crimson Desert, early gaming memories, and the advancements in graphics technology like ray tracing and upscaling.
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 Brings Photo-Realistic Lighting To RTX 50-Series
Nvidia has announced its new DLSS 5 technology, which aims to bring photo-realistic lighting to games, particularly for its upcoming RTX 50-Series graphics cards. The company has demonstrated the technology in four games, highlighting a significant leap in graphical capabilities.
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 Brings Photo-Realistic Lighting To RTX 50-Series
Nvidia has announced its new DLSS 5 technology, which aims to bring photo-realistic lighting to upcoming RTX 50-Series graphics cards. This advancement is expected to significantly enhance visual fidelity in PC games.
Project Helix Will Feature Deep Integration With New AMD FSR Diamond
AMD has announced a deep integration of its new FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) Diamond technology with Microsoft's Project Helix, a next-generation Xbox console. This collaboration, a result of a multi-year co-engineering partnership, aims to enhance performance and graphics through features like multi-frame generation. FSR Diamond is expected to be exclusive to AMD's RDNA 5 architecture and will be deeply integrated into the console's development kit, with early versions shipping in 2027.
Crimson Desert Looks Like A Masterclass In Graphics
Crimson Desert is being developed with Pearl Abyss's proprietary BlackSpace engine, aiming for unparalleled realism through advanced graphical features like ray tracing, volumetric fog, and realistic water rendering. The article highlights how the custom engine allows for seamless open-world exploration and dynamic environmental interactions, with a focus on achieving film-level visual fidelity and smooth performance on PC.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s PC Version Supports Ray Traced Reflections and Ambient Occlusion
The PC version of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will feature ray-traced reflections and ambient occlusion, enhancing visual fidelity beyond the 'Very High' settings. A new difficulty mode, 'To The Wilder,' and a VR training area for boss rematches are also included in the update, launching simultaneously with the PC version on March 19th.
Nvidia announces DLSS 5 in uncanny video putting games through obvious AI filter, Bethesda's Todd Howard joins devs hyping it up: "We got it running in Starfield, it was amazing how it brought it to life"
Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, an AI-powered rendering technique that the company claims is its most significant breakthrough since real-time ray tracing. Demonstrations in games like Starfield and Resident Evil Requiem show dramatic visual changes, though some online have criticized the results as uncanny and similar to AI photo filters. Bethesda's Todd Howard expressed enthusiasm, stating DLSS 5 "brought it to life" in Starfield.
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 — KJP Review — For Ludens Who Don't Care What They Spend | Console Creatures
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 — KJP is a premium two-in-one gaming tablet, featuring a special design by Yoji Shinkawa of Kojima Productions and bundled with Death Stranding 2. It boasts powerful AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and Radeon 8060S components, delivering impressive performance for portable gaming, though its high price point makes it suitable for creators and collectors rather than the average consumer.
Crimson Desert PC: Nvidia And AMD ML Tech Delivers Vastly Improved Lighting
The PC version of Crimson Desert features significant lighting improvements through Nvidia's ray reconstruction and AMD's ray regeneration technologies. These machine learning techniques offer a more substantial visual upgrade than standard ray tracing, particularly in how they handle denoising.
Upgraded PSSR rolling out to Silent Hill f, MH Wilds, FF VII Rebirth, Crimson Desert, and more
Crimson Desert's PC version features significant graphical upgrades through Nvidia and AMD's machine learning technologies, particularly enhancing lighting with ray tracing denoising. The article also mentions the game's scalability to the PlayStation 5 Pro.
