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DLSS on Switch 2 Delivers Insane 1080p Clarity
NVIDIA DLSS will help the Nintendo Switch 2 deliver better graphics when it arrives soon. Digital Foundry experts tried Street Fighter 6 on the new system during a hands-on test. The game runs at 60 frames per second in docked mode with some visual changes similar to PlayStation 4 and Xbox Series S versions. What surprised testers was how the game actually runs at just 540p resolution but looks like full 1080p thanks to DLSS upscaling. The clean image quality shows how well this AI tech works with lower-resolution games. Street Fighter 6 is not the only game using this technology on the upcoming console. Cyberpunk 2077 also uses a version of NVIDIA DLSS that runs on special Tensor Cores inside the system. The game uses this upscaling...
Clair Obscur mod nukes 30fps cap for smooth action
A free mod for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 fixes one of the game's biggest problems. Modder Lyall created a patch that removes the 30 FPS limit during cutscenes, which many players found distracting when playing at higher frame rates. The mod also corrects ultrawide resolution field-of-view issues. Players can skip intro logos, turn on the developer console, and remove black bars during cutscenes. Installation requires only placing the downloaded files into the game folder. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 takes place in a fantasy world inspired by the Belle Époque era. The role-playing game features voice actors Ben Starr from Final Fantasy XVI and Jennifer English from Baldur's Gate 3. Its combat system mixes turn-based gameplay with...
Intel CEO Courts TSMC Hookup
Intel might partner with TSMC after all. CEO Tan recently met with TSMC leader C.C. Wei to talk about working together. They discussed how both companies could use each other's strengths. Tan called TSMC a good partner at a meeting with analysts. He said he has been friends with TSMC leaders for years. Tan joined other TSMC officials at the NA Technology Symposium, showing Intel values this relationship. Reports suggest Intel may ask TSMC to make 2nm chips, perhaps for Nova Lake parts. Intel plans to keep making chips both in-house through Intel Foundry and with outside companies. The company seems to want both firms to benefit from any deal they make. Earlier rumors claimed TSMC might take over Intel's US factories or buy part of...
Breath of Fire IV PC Brings Back the Heat
CAPCOM just released Breath of Fire IV on PC through GOG, bringing the classic JRPG to modern computers 25 years after its PlayStation debut. Fans can grab this fourth game in the series for $9.99 or €9.99 with several improvements over both the original console version and the 2003 PC release. The updated version works perfectly with Windows 10 and 11 systems. Players can choose between English or Japanese text and enjoy new display options like windowed mode, vsync control, gamma correction, integer scaling, and anti-aliasing. The game features better audio, improved keyboard and mouse controls, fixed combat and cutscene issues, and full support for modern controllers. The JRPG series has been inactive for many years. Strong sales...
MSI PRO Z890 S WIFI PZ Back Plug Mobo Wows DIY Fans
MSI will launch its PRO Z890-S WIFI PZ back-plug motherboard in Japan on May 2, 2025. It will cost about ¥42,980, equal to $300. The board places most connections on the back or I/O panel, which helps users create neater setups with less cable mess. This design makes building a computer easier when used with the right case. The motherboard uses a tough 6-layer server-grade PCB for better stability. It comes with a 12+1+1+1 power phase design and two EPS 8-pin CPU power interfaces for steady power during hard work. Users can add various cards through multiple slots - one PCIe 5.0×16 slot, one PCIe 3.0×1 slot, and two PCIe 4.0×4 slots. Storage options are flexible with support for fast PCIe drives or standard SATA drives. The board...
GALAX RTX 5090 XOC Hits Insane Speeds
GALAX has shown off its new RTX 5090 DHOF OC Lab XOC graphics card for experts who push hardware to its limits. This special GPU helps serious overclockers reach top performance levels. The card comes with dual 12V-2×6 power interfaces, giving it an edge over standard RTX 5090 models. These extra connectors boost power flow and spread the load evenly for better stability during heavy use. The design helps users stress their systems without power or stability problems. The card keeps the famous "big crown" look that made the Hall of Fame series popular. It mixes good looks with practical cooling systems that handle the heat from overclocking. These cooling features help the card run at full speed without slowing down from heat issues...
RTX 5060 For 299 Bucks Faces AMD RX 9060 Showdown
NVIDIA plans to sell its new GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card for $299. Gamers can buy the 8 GB model to play games without spending a lot of money. The company also announced RTX 5060 Ti cards with 16 GB or 8 GB of memory. Experts think stores might not see huge crowds when these cards first appear. NVIDIA will publish reviews on the same day people can buy the cards. Buyers might need to decide quickly without reading independent tests first. They must trust what NVIDIA says about how well the cards work. The RTX 5060 delivers 614 AI TOPS and 58 TFLOPS in certain performance areas. Its stronger brother, the 5060 Ti, offers 750 AI TOPS and 72 TFLOPS. Both cards aim to please gamers on tight budgets. AMD might fight back with its Radeon...
MSI RTX 5060 Ti Ventus 2X OC Plus Goes Beast Mode
MSI made a new graphics card called the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8G VENTUS 2X OC PLUS. It costs about $545 US dollars. The card works well for games and other tasks that need good graphics. It has no flashy lights but focuses on doing its job right. This makes it good for people who want something simple that works. The card runs with 4,608 CUDA cores and can reach speeds up to 2,617 MHz when pushed hard. It comes with 8GB of GDDR7 memory running at 28 Gbps. Users need at least a 600W power supply to run this card properly. The card has three DisplayPort connections and one HDMI port for monitors. Two STORMFORCE fans keep the card cool without making much noise. Air flows through holes in the back plate to help with cooling. The card...
MSI RTX 5070 Ti Trio OC Packs Frosty Firepower
MSI released a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB GAMING TRIO OC graphics card with new cooling technology. The card runs at 2,580MHz for better performance during games or hard tasks. Three fans keep the card cool without making much noise. The cooling system helps people play games longer without problems. This card works well for people who need good graphics. The cooling system uses special STORMFORCE fans that move air faster but stay quiet. New air flow designs cut down on heat problems. A copper plate spreads heat across the card quickly. These features help the card run better during long gaming sessions. The card stays cool even when pushed hard. The hardware comes with 8,960 CUDA cores and 16GB of GDDR7 memory running at 28 Gbps...
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