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AppWizard

November 2, 2024

As Monster Hunter Wilds PC players fight horrible polygons and struggle to hit 60 FPS, Capcom says the game is “already in a more improved state compared to the beta”

The Monster Hunter Wilds beta is currently available on all platforms, but some PC players are experiencing performance issues, including graphical glitches and framerate struggles. These issues are attributed to bugs rather than fundamental performance problems, and Capcom has provided troubleshooting options for players. Recommendations include adding the game to anti-virus exceptions, granting administrative privileges, updating drivers, and verifying the game's Steam cache. Specific advice for stability issues includes deleting shader cache files and enabling 'GPU scheduling.' Players using NVIDIA DLSS should be cautious with changing the Upscaling Mode to avoid increased VRAM usage. Reports indicate that achieving or maintaining 60 FPS at 1080p or 1440p is challenging for users with outdated hardware, while stable performance is noted among those with RTX 3080 or 4070 GPUs. The game relies heavily on frame generation and upscaling, and CPU performance may also impact gameplay. Historical context shows that previous Monster Hunter titles faced similar performance challenges at launch but improved over time. A second beta test is expected in December or January, and players are encouraged to provide feedback and adjust graphics settings.

AppWizard

November 1, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard on PC is the surprise AAA tech success of 2024

Bioware's Dragon Age: The Veilguard is noted for its immersive storytelling and strong technical performance, making it a standout AAA PC release. The game utilizes advanced technologies like DLSS and FSR upscaling, as well as DLSS 3 frame generation, to enhance performance while managing ray tracing options based on hardware capability. It performs well on high-end systems but poses challenges for older hardware, though it allows for visual setting adjustments to optimize performance. Recommended hardware includes a Core i9 processor and 10GB of VRAM, but testing showed satisfactory results on an RTX 4060 with 8GB. The game runs at 1080p with 30fps on a GTX 1650 and nearly 60fps on an RTX 3070 at 1080p Ultra. Higher resolutions see the RTX 4070 Ti achieving 81fps at 1440p Ultra and 65fps at 4K, while the RTX 4090 reaches 139fps at 4K Ultra. It also performs well on the Steam Deck at 30fps. The game features an extensive graphics menu for optimization, allowing players to adjust settings like upsample method, DLSS frame generation, and lighting quality to improve performance without significant visual loss.

AppWizard

November 1, 2024

Red Dead Redemption PC port review – looks and runs better than ever

Red Dead Redemption has been released on PC, allowing players to experience John Marston's story five years after Red Dead Redemption 2. The PC port includes modern upscaling features like DLSS and FSR, but some technical aspects feel outdated compared to the PS4 version. Keyboard and mouse controls are well-implemented, and the graphics menu allows adjustments to shadows and detail levels for geometry, trees, and grass. The game runs smoothly on high-performance PCs, achieving over 100fps at 4K resolution with DLAA enabled, although certain settings can cause performance drops. The port is stable with no significant bugs, and over a hundred community mods have emerged to enhance the game. Red Dead Redemption is now available on PC, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One, and is playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S through backward compatibility.

AppWizard

November 1, 2024

The future of PC gaming will be AI-driven – AMD confirms machine learning FSR 4 for 2025, launching in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

AMD has confirmed that the FSR 4 upscaling tool will be integrated into Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, set to launch in 2025. This announcement was made by Jack Huynh, Vice President of AMD, during a presentation for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor. AMD is also committed to optimizing FSR 3.1 for Black Ops 6 and is collaborating with Activision on machine learning-based FSR technology. Improvements in Fluid Motion Frames (FMF) have been noted, with expectations for enhanced performance in both FMF and the upscaling tool. The integration of FSR 4 is seen as a potential competitive advantage for AMD in the GPU market, particularly against Nvidia's DLSS technology.

Winsage

October 31, 2024

Microsoft fixes Super Resolution incorrectly appearing on non-compatible Windows PC

Microsoft introduced the Super Resolution feature for Windows Insiders using Copilot+ PCs powered by Qualcomm, Intel, and AMD processors. This feature, which allows users to enlarge photos by up to eight times, was initially designed exclusively for Copilot+ PCs but mistakenly appeared on traditional x86-based systems. Microsoft confirmed this was a bug and has since fixed it. Super Resolution utilizes Neural Processing Units (NPUs) in Qualcomm's Snapdragon X processors for local processing without cloud uploads. To access Super Resolution, users must enroll in one of four Insider channels and update the Photos app to version 2024.11100.17007.0 or later.

AppWizard

October 30, 2024

All Red Dead Redemption PC Settings And Features Revealed

Red Dead Redemption has been released on PC, featuring enhanced graphical fidelity and customizable options. The game supports resolutions up to 4K and frame rates up to 144FPS, with various aspect ratios available. Video settings include options for screen type, refresh rate, frame rate cap, V-Sync, triple buffering, and mouse pointer constraints. Graphics settings allow players to select quality presets and adjust HDR, shadow quality, and anisotropic levels. The game supports NVIDIA DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 for improved performance through upscaling. Frame generation options are available, and advanced settings include motion blur adjustments. Players can also customize mouse and keyboard settings for key binds and aiming sensitivity.

AppWizard

October 30, 2024

Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare Now Available For PC | Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Rockstar Games has released Red Dead Redemption and its expansion, Undead Nightmare, for PC. This version features enhancements from the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4, including native 4K resolution at up to 144hz, support for Ultrawide and Super Ultrawide monitors, HDR10, adjustable draw distances, and shadow quality settings. It also includes full keyboard and mouse functionality, as well as support for NVIDIA DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 upscaling. The game is available on the Rockstar Store, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, as well as on consoles. The Official Soundtrack is available on Spotify and Apple Music.

AppWizard

October 29, 2024

Red Dead Redemption may still look like a 14-year-old game, but it’s absolutely brilliant on handheld gaming PCs

Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption has been successfully ported to PC by developers Double Eleven. The game runs smoothly on various setups, achieving just under 50 fps on lower settings and hitting a 144 fps cap on high-end rigs, with Frame Generation boosting it to 200 fps. While the performance is commendable, some animations and textures are considered dated, and the absence of certain upscaling technologies is noted. Despite criticisms regarding the price, launcher, and the need for a Rockstar account, the port is generally well-received, allowing players to enjoy the game on modern devices.

AppWizard

October 29, 2024

Red Dead Redemption PC release date, time, new features and PC requirements

PC gamers are anticipating the release of Red Dead Redemption on Steam and the Epic Games Store on October 29, marking a 14-year wait since its original console launch in 2010. The PC version will feature enhancements such as native 4K resolution, support for ultrawide displays, HDR10 compatibility, customizable controls, and upscaling technologies. It will be available for £39.99, with pre-orders already open. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 64-Bit, Intel Core i5-4670 or AMD FX-9590, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 360, and 12 GB of storage. Recommended requirements include Intel Core i5-8500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500X, NVIDIA RTX 2070 or AMD RX 5700 XT, and an SSD is recommended. Compatibility with the Steam Deck is currently unknown.

Winsage

October 24, 2024

Microsoft creates a new reason to buy an AI-powered Copilot+ PC — image upscaling in Microsoft Photos

Microsoft has introduced a preview of its super resolution feature for Copilot+ PCs within the Photos app, specifically for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. This image upscaling feature is exclusive to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs running Windows 11, version 24H2 or higher, and is available in the Canary, Dev, and Release Preview Channels. The super resolution uses AI to enhance and enlarge images up to 8x the original size, ideal for improving low-quality photos and preparing images for large prints or displays. It processes enhancements using the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) on the device. Additionally, a robust optical character recognition (OCR) feature is available to all users, supporting over 160 languages for text extraction from images.