PC gamers can look forward to an enhanced gaming experience as Horizon Forbidden West: Complete Edition is set to support DLSS 3 upon its release. This feature, coming from Nvidia's keynote announcements at CES 2024, applies the latest in deep learning and AI to boost frame rates significantly. DLSS 3 will, however, be exclusive to Nvidia’s RTX 40 series GPUs, which might limit its accessibility. The good news for players is that Horizon Forbidden West is joining a robust suite of titles like Diablo IV and Tekken 8 in adopting this advanced technology. The game itself, a sequel to the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn, offers an expansive, post-apocalyptic world for its protagonist Aloy to explore, now even more immersive with cutting-edge graphics improvements.
What is DLSS and how does it improve gaming experiences?
DLSS, or Deep Learning Super Sampling, is a technology developed by Nvidia that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to upscale lower-resolution images in real time. This helps in rendering games more smoothly, providing higher frame rates and sharper visuals without the same performance hit that typically comes with traditional upscaling methods.
Horizon Forbidden West, developed by Guerrilla Games, is a follow-up to the original hit, Horizon Zero Dawn. It continues the story of Aloy, a hunter in a world overrun by robotic creatures. The sequel promises vast new areas to explore and mysteries to uncover, made more striking with the support of Nvidia's latest technologies. Horizon Forbidden West's emphasis on narrative, exploration, and combat, combined with the graphical enhancements made possible by DLSS 3, is set to create a gaming experience that is visually stunning and deeply engaging for players.
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DLSS 3 shaping up to be a real game-changer for Horizon Forbidden West -- can't wait to see Aloy's adventure in silky smooth frames Just hope those hefty GPU requirements don't leave too many gamers out in the post-apocalyptic cold.
Horizon Forbidden West's adoption of DLSS 3 is a real game-changer for PC enthusiasts craving that extra visual flair without sacrificing smooth gameplay—I just hope the high bar for entry with those RTX 40 series GPUs doesn't leave too many players watching from the sidelines. It's a sweet time to be a gamer, but boy, does it feel like we're also expected to be part-time treasure hunters, scouring for that elusive tech to fully enjoy these beautiful worlds.
Looks like Horizon Forbidden West: Complete Edition is really leaning into the next-gen wave with DLSS 3, ratcheting up Aloy's adventure with slicker frames and crisper visuals for those lucky enough to have the right hardware. It's a bummer that not everyone will get to experience the game with these enhancements due to the RTX 40 series requirement, but it's still cool to see more titles pushing the boundaries of what our rigs can do.