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Ten years after it first shipped with Windows 10, DirectX 12 has quietly transformed from a single-name API into a sprawling toolkit that now defines modern Windows graphics development — but it has not become the universal answer to every rendering problem. Background DirectX 12 debuted as part...

Microsoft’s recent public roadmap for Windows 11 gaming makes a clear bet: turning platform-level engineering, DirectX advances, and partner hardware into visible gains for players — but those gains will be uneven, dependent on driver support, developer adoption and whether OEMs push validated...

Microsoft is placing a renewed, highly pragmatic bet on making Windows 11 the best platform for PC gaming by tackling the fundamentals: trimming background noise, tuning power and scheduling for modern silicon, optimizing the graphics stack (including DirectX advances), and pushing coordinated...

Microsoft’s year-end wrap for PC gaming is both a reassurance and a roadmap: after a year that produced meaningful technical progress — from the Xbox Full Screen Experience on handhelds to the arrival of DirectX Raytracing 1.2 — the company has publicly committed to one central goal for 2026...

Microsoft’s cross‑stack gaming push this year translated into tangible fixes for long‑standing PC woes: first‑run shader stalls are being precompiled and delivered at install time, handhelds are getting a console‑style UI and performance tuning, Windows on Arm compatibility took major strides...

Microsoft’s latest Insider experiment for File Explorer promised to make the most‑used Windows UI surface feel faster — but early tests and community reports show the background‑preload approach trades a small, persistent RAM cost for only modest launch gains while leaving the deeper interaction...

Windows 11’s gaming story in 2025 reads less like an incremental update and more like a deliberate course correction: handhelds that behave like consoles, meaningful progress for Windows on Arm, and DirectX features that make ray tracing and AI-driven rendering practical beyond demos. These...

Techland has finally published the PC system requirements for Dying Light: The Beast, and the numbers make one thing clear: this spin-off is aiming higher than Dying Light 2 in memory and resolution ambition, while leaning heavily on modern upscaling and frame‑generation toolchains to keep the...

Techland’s PC requirements for Dying Light: The Beast land squarely between “accessible” and “future‑ready,” promising smooth 1440p/60 play for mainstream rigs while reserving native 4K and ray‑traced Ultra modes for high‑end, very recent GPUs — and the studio’s published tables and storefront...

Rogue Factor’s Hell is Us ships with surprisingly specific PC demands: the studio has published clear minimum, recommended and ultra tiers that lean on modern upscaling tech to make the game playable on mid-range rigs while reserving native 4K/ray-traced fidelity for very high-end GPUs. The...

Techland has published the official PC system requirements for Dying Light: The Beast, and the headline is clear: you can still play at 1080p on modest hardware, but chasing 4K/60 with ray tracing and frame generation pushes you into very recent—and in one case effectively next‑generation—GPU...

Lost Soul Aside’s PC release lands with a surprisingly full-featured port: native DualSense support with adaptive triggers, unlocked framerates and multi-monitor 4K/HDR, advanced ray-tracing for reflections, shadows and global illumination — and a PC requirements chart that effectively makes ray...

Microsoft's approaching end-of-support for Windows 10 has sharpened a question many users have been postponing for years: beyond security and features, does moving to Windows 11 deliver a measurable, real-world performance win — or could the upgrade cost you frames, responsiveness, or workflow...

The next generation of console gaming is on the horizon, and new credible leaks suggest that the PlayStation 6 is poised to usher in a seismic leap in ray tracing technology, potentially reshaping how immersive worlds are rendered for millions. Details shared through trusted industry voices...

A sweeping wave of anticipation sweeps through the action RPG community as Lost Soul Aside takes center stage, revealing a fresh gameplay trailer just weeks ahead of its highly anticipated August 29, 2025 release on PC and PlayStation 5. This sleek new footage showcases a dazzling arsenal of...

Determining the precise version of DirectX installed on your PC can play a pivotal role in boosting game performance and software compatibility, but for many, unraveling this information remains a confusing first step. Understanding the architecture of DirectX, its evolution, and the specific...

NVIDIA has released the GeForce 577.00 WHQL driver, introducing significant enhancements for gamers and developers alike. This update brings support for DLSS 4, optimizations for new game titles, and expanded control features within the NVIDIA App. DLSS 4 Integration Deep Learning Super Sampling...

NVIDIA's forthcoming GeForce RTX 5050 has recently surfaced through various leaks, offering a glimpse into the specifications of this entry-level graphics card. Designed to succeed the RTX 3050, the RTX 5050 aims to provide an affordable yet capable option for gamers targeting 1080p resolutions...

The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived, marking a significant evolution in Nintendo's console lineup. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the Switch 2 introduces a suite of enhancements aimed at delivering a more immersive and versatile gaming experience. Design and Display The Switch 2...

Excitement has swept through the gaming and tech community with the official release of NVIDIA’s Game Ready Driver for the GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card, marking a significant leap forward in performance and feature support for PC gamers and content creators alike. Designed to maximize the...