FSR 3.1 Archives

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

AMD’s Redstone update could revitalize FSR for PC games – here’s why Nvidia should be worried

AMD has launched FSR Redstone, accessible through the AMD Adrenalin 25.12.1 driver, featuring FSR Frame Generation, Ray Regeneration, and Radiance Caching, along with enhanced FSR Upscaling technology, compatible exclusively with RDNA 4 hardware (Radeon RX 9060 XT and RX 9070 XT/RX 9070 GPUs). Ray Regeneration will debut in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, with plans for future titles. The update aims to improve image quality and performance, closing the gap with Nvidia's DLSS 4 technology. However, it lacks backward compatibility with older GPUs, limiting its use to RDNA 4 hardware. FSR Radiance Caching is expected to enhance ray tracing performance in 2026, and the FSR Redstone SDK will facilitate easier integration into games.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

AMD FSR Redstone is an exciting and confusing upgrade for Radeon PC gamers

AMD has soft-launched its graphics technology suite, FSR Redstone, which enhances gaming performance. The number of games supporting FSR4 has increased to over 200 in three months, and AMD is introducing ML-based frame generation for more than 30 titles. FSR4 is now branded as “AMD FSR Upscaling,” integrated into the Redstone framework. FSR Redstone and FSR4 features are exclusive to Radeon RX 9000-series cards, which require activation in the AMD Software application and on a per-game basis. The adoption of the Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT cards has been slow, with less than 0.15 percent of PC gamers using them, but they are now available at their original MSRP and have received positive reviews for performance.

AppWizard

September 23, 2025

Make games look loads better on your old AMD Radeon GPU with this new FSR 4 mod

Weeks after the leak of AMD FSR 4 source code, the gaming community has tested its capabilities on older RDNA 2 and 3 graphics cards, finding that using this upscaling technology on models like the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT significantly enhances image quality with only a minor performance dip. AMD has not officially released FSR 4 support for older graphics cards, limiting it to RDNA 4 GPUs such as the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT. Modders have successfully implemented FSR 4 on older GPUs, such as the RX 7900 XTX and RX 6800 XT, by replacing FP8 instructions with Int8 and using the OptiScaler tool. Users reported a slight decrease in frame rates while experiencing improved graphics quality. However, challenges remain, including specific issues like ghosting effects on RDNA 2 GPUs. AMD has not announced official support for FSR 4 on older GPUs, but upcoming FSR Redstone technology may allow broader compatibility across various GPUs.

AppWizard

September 9, 2025

AMD just gave you the power to enable FSR 4 in loads of games yourself, no need for official support

AMD has introduced FSR 4, which can be enabled in nearly any game that supports FSR 3.1, offering improved image quality for users of AMD Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs. Gamers can toggle FSR 4 on and off through the AMD Adrenalin 25.9.1 driver update without needing a driver whitelist or official game support. FSR 4 is currently compatible with 85 games, while Nvidia's DLSS 4 technology supports over 175 titles. However, FSR 4 will not work with FSR 3.1 titles using the Vulkan API or those that use non-standard integration methods. FSR 4 utilizes machine learning-based upscaling, leveraging AI cores in RDNA 4 GPUs. Despite advancements, AMD has not yet introduced a competitive machine learning-based frame generation system like Nvidia's DLSS, and current FSR frame generation results have been mixed.

AppWizard

September 5, 2025

Cronos: The New Dawn PC Performance Analysis

Bloober Team will release its third-person action horror game, Cronos: The New Dawn, using Unreal Engine 5. Benchmarking tests were conducted on a setup with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and various high-end graphics cards. The game offers customizable graphics settings and supports technologies like NVIDIA DLSS 4, AMD FSR 3.1, and Intel XeSS 2.0. At 1080p with Epic Settings, the top five graphics cards achieved over 60 FPS. At Native 1440p, only the NVIDIA RTX 4090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090 maintained fluid performance, while no GPU reached 60 FPS at Native 4K. Lowering settings from Epic to High can improve performance by 18–25%. The game features impressive visuals but has minor imperfections and fewer stutters without Hardware Lumen enabled. It outperforms Silent Hill 2 Remake in stability and aligns with typical Unreal Engine 5 performance expectations.

AppWizard

September 2, 2025

Echoes of the End PC Performance Analysis

Deep Silver unveiled its latest third-person action-adventure title, Echoes of the End, powered by Unreal Engine 5. The game was benchmarked on a setup with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 32GB of DDR5 RAM, testing various graphics cards including NVIDIA's RTX 4090 and RTX 5090. Echoes of the End lacks a built-in benchmark tool, leading to performance tests in demanding areas of the game. The RTX 5090 achieved framerates exceeding 60FPS at Native 4K in less demanding regions. At 1080p/Ultra Settings, only the RTX 4090 and RTX 5090 maintained framerates above 60FPS. At 1440p/Ultra, the RTX 5090 consistently delivered above 60FPS, while no GPU sustained 60FPS during Native 4K/Ultra stress tests. Performance scaling with graphics settings showed a 24-33% boost when switching to High Settings and an 8-13% increase with Medium Settings. Lowering to Low Settings did not yield significant benefits. Myrkur Games has addressed previous stuttering issues, with minor traversal stutters remaining. The game supports NVIDIA DLSS 4 and AMD FSR 3.1 for enhanced performance.

AppWizard

August 5, 2025

Battlefield 6 will NOT run unless Secure Boot is enabled in your BIOS

The Open Beta for Battlefield 6 has begun, requiring players to enable Secure Boot in their BIOS to launch the game. This is the first game to mandate Secure Boot for operation, which may surprise some players. Despite using UEFI, Secure Boot was initially disabled on one user's system, leading to confusion. After troubleshooting, including disabling CSM in the BIOS, the user successfully enabled Secure Boot and launched the game. Battlefield 6 will support AMD FSR 3, Intel XeSS 2.0, and NVIDIA DLSS 4, although the availability of FSR 3.1 and toggles for FSR 4.0 remains uncertain. Users with an RTX-50 series graphics card can utilize DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation.

AppWizard

July 16, 2025

Update 2.3 Patch Notes

Update 2.3 for Cyberpunk 2077 will be released tomorrow for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a later release for Nintendo Switch 2. The update introduces four new vehicles, the AutoDrive feature for self-driving Delamain cabs, and enhancements to CrystalCoat™ and Photo Mode. It also adds support for AMD FSR 3.1 Frame Generation, Intel XeSS 2.0, and HDR10+ Gaming on PC. Cyberpunk 2077 is now available on Mac with Apple silicon, purchasable via the Mac App Store and other PC storefronts, with existing owners able to transition to compatible devices. The new vehicles include: - Yaiba ARV-Q340 Semimaru, unlocked through a new side job after completing The Hunt and The Beast In Me. - Rayfield Caliburn "Mordred," obtainable by completing side jobs including The Beast in Me: Badlands. - Yaiba ASM-R250 Muramasa, available after purchasing a Yaiba vehicle and completing specific tasks. - Chevillon Legatus 450 Aquila, purchasable through AUTOFIXER. AutoDrive allows players to relax while their vehicles navigate, with self-driving Delamain cabs available after completing the job Don't Lose Your Mind. Photo Mode enhancements include 27 new NPCs, outfit switching options, new Look-At Camera features, and additional stickers and frames. Quality of life improvements include automatic adjustments for inverted mouse settings and enhanced accessibility options for aiming controls. Gameplay fixes address various mission issues and improve overall performance. PC users will see enhanced graphics with AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 and Intel XeSS 2.0, while console players benefit from Variable Refresh Rate support and fixes for foliage interactions with weather conditions.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

Hands-On With the Xbox Ally X, the New Gaming Handheld from Asus and Microsoft

PC gaming handhelds, including the Xbox Ally X and Xbox Ally, are designed for the Xbox platform through a collaboration between Asus and Microsoft. The Xbox Ally X features an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme APU, 24GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, while the base Xbox Ally has a Ryzen Z2 A chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Both models have a 7.0-inch 1080p IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate and support VRR and FreeSync technology. The Xbox Ally X was tested with Gears of War: Reloaded at 1080p and 60 fps. The systems run a streamlined version of Windows with an optimized Xbox app that allows game imports from other platforms. The ergonomic design resembles a split Xbox controller, but its size may affect portability. Pricing details are not yet disclosed, but the Xbox Ally X is expected to be premium-priced.

AppWizard

May 29, 2025

F1 25 – Ray Tracing & Path Tracing Benchmarks

EA has made F1 25 available to players who purchased its Iconic Version, utilizing the EGO Engine with Ray Tracing and Path Tracing support. The game was benchmarked on a system with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. In benchmarks on the Singapore track, F1 25 achieved a minimum of 173FPS and an average of 189FPS at Native 4K without Ray Tracing. With Ray Tracing enabled, it maintained over 70FPS at Native 4K. Activating DLSS 4 Quality Mode increased frame rates to 90-100FPS, and Multi-Frame Generation X4 reached up to 300FPS. Path Tracing resulted in a minimum of 29FPS and an average of 35FPS at Native 4K, with DLSS 4 Performance Mode recommended for better performance. Visual comparisons show significant differences between Ray Tracing and Path Tracing, with some visual issues reported, including problems with rain effects and flickering during motion. The recommended optimal experience is using Ray Tracing effects without Ray Reconstruction.