NVIDIA has once again stepped up its game in the graphics arena, rolling out a suite of updates for its NVIDIA app and GeForce Game Ready driver that are sure to excite gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. Among the headlines is the unveiling of Smooth Motion, a pioneering AI model designed specifically for the new GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards, promising to redefine gameplay smoothness.
Smooth Motion: A Leap in Frame Generation Technology
Unveiled quietly amidst other significant updates, Smooth Motion represents NVIDIA’s latest innovation in driver-based frame generation technology. This new feature allows users to enhance their gaming experience by generating an additional frame between two rendered frames, effectively smoothing out gameplay and nearly doubling the perceived frame rate.
“Smooth Motion is a new driver-based AI model that delivers smoother gameplay by inferring an additional frame between two rendered frames.”
For gamers playing on GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs without DLSS Frame Generation, Smooth Motion offers a substantial improvement, making it a valuable addition to NVIDIA’s graphics prowess.
To activate Smooth Motion, users can navigate to the Graphics > Program settings in the NVIDIA app, select a compatible DirectX 11 or DirectX 12 game, and toggle Smooth Motion on under “Driver Settings.” This feature is compatible with games running at native resolution, those utilizing super resolution technologies, or employing other scaling techniques.
Beyond Smooth Motion: A Comprehensive Update
The latest driver update is not just about Smooth Motion. NVIDIA has also optimized its drivers for upcoming blockbusters like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Both games are set to benefit from NVIDIA’s DLSS Super Resolution, Frame Generation, and more, ensuring top-notch visual fidelity and performance.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, launching soon, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which releases today on PC, are expected to showcase the full capabilities of NVIDIA’s latest technology enhancements.
Moreover, NVIDIA has introduced improvements to its RTX Video Super Resolution feature. The new AI model is now more efficient, reducing GPU resource usage by up to 30% at its highest quality setting. This update also brings HDR video upscaling capabilities, automatically enhancing HDR videos viewed at resolutions below a display’s native resolution.
GPU Utilization: Tailoring Performance to Needs
An additional feature in the latest update is the GPU Utilization setting for RTX video, which can be adjusted to ‘High’ to maximize GPU power usage. This ensures the best possible quality for super resolution on supported graphics cards, providing users with flexibility and control over their video settings.
NVIDIA’s introduction of Smooth Motion and other updates underscores the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in gaming technology. By continuously integrating AI and machine learning into their products, NVIDIA not only enhances the user experience but also sets new standards for the industry.
