Introduction
On the eve of Gamescom 2024 in Cologne, Germany, Nvidia unveiled several groundbreaking advancements in gaming technology that are sure to captivate gamers worldwide. Key among these are improvements in digital humans and avatar character technology, branded as Nvidia ACE.
Introducing the Nvidia Nemotron-4 4B NIM
The Nemotron-4 4B NIM is a small language model designed to power game characters with more efficient and quicker AI responses, even when running on device. Unlike traditional large language models that require extensive computing power, this smaller model is optimized for on-device performance, bringing AI-driven character interactions to a new level.
What is the Nemotron-4 4B NIM?
- The Nemotron-4 4B NIM is a small language model designed specifically for game characters.
- It enables more efficient and quicker AI responses in-game, even on device.
- Unlike traditional large language models, it requires less computing power to function.
Enhancements to AI-Powered Games and Technologies
Nvidia also highlighted updates to Perfect World Games’ Legends demo, incorporating new AI-powered vision capabilities. Additionally, Nvidia celebrated reaching a significant milestone, with over 600 RTX games and applications now available.
RTX Technology Advancements
- Over 20 new games announced to include cutting-edge features like DLSS 3.5, Reflex, and Full Ray Tracing.
- Some highly anticipated titles include Indiana Jones And The Great Circle, Dragon Age: The Vielguard, Dune: Awakening, Black Myth: Wukong, Star Wars Outlaws, and more.
Half-Life 2 RTX Demo and G-Sync Advancements
One of the highlights at Gamescom is the hands-on experience with Half-Life 2 RTX: An RTX Remix Project. The demo showcases the iconic Nova Prospekt level, now enhanced with full ray tracing, DLSS 3.5, and vastly improved textures and models.
Half-Life 2 RTX Demo
- The demo features the iconic Nova Prospekt level from Half-Life 2.
- It has been enhanced with full ray tracing, DLSS 3.5, and improved textures and models.
- This represents a significant leap in visual fidelity, with an 800% increase in 4K textures and 25 times the geometric detail from the original game.
Nvidia Partnership with MediaTek
Nvidia also announced a partnership with MediaTek to integrate G-Sync technology directly into MediaTek’s market-leading monitor scalers. This integration will make G-Sync technology more accessible to a broader range of gamers by eliminating the need for a separate module, bringing advanced features like G-Sync Pulsar to more monitors at various price points.
G-Sync Pulsar Technology
- G-Sync Pulsar is a feature that enables smooth and tear-free gaming experiences.
- It uses AI-powered technology to adjust frame rates in real-time, reducing lag and providing a seamless gaming experience.
GeForce Now and Xbox Integration
Nvidia continues to enhance its GeForce Now cloud gaming service, announcing that upcoming titles like Black Myth: Wukong, Star Wars Outlaws, and Final Fantasy XVI will be available to play on launch day. Ultimate members will benefit from Nvidia’s top-tier graphics technology and streaming features unique to GeForce Now.
GeForce Now Enhancements
- Upcoming titles like Black Myth: Wukong, Star Wars Outlaws, and Final Fantasy XVI will be available on launch day.
- Ultimate members will have access to Nvidia’s top-tier graphics technology and exclusive streaming features.
- This enhances the gaming experience for users who rely on GeForce Now.
Expansion of GeForce Now Library and WoW AddOns
Nvidia celebrated the release of its 2,000th game on GeForce Now, with the library continuing to grow, offering some of the best PC games like Fortnite, Call of Duty, Once Human, and more. The company is also making it easier for Premium GFN members to access and customize over 25 top WoW AddOns without needing to log into a CurseForge account.
GeForce Now Library Expansion
- The GeForce Now library has reached 2,000 games.
- It continues to grow, offering a wide range of popular PC games.
- This expansion provides more options for users who rely on GeForce Now.
New Data Center in Poland
To further enhance the GeForce Now experience, Nvidia announced the opening of a new data center in Poland. This facility will bring GeForce Now Ultimate to more European customers, offering lower latency and higher quality streaming for users in the region.
New Data Center
- A new data center has been opened in Poland.
- It is dedicated to enhancing the GeForce Now experience for European customers.
- The data center offers lower latency and higher quality streaming.
Gamescom 2024
Nvidia is showcasing its latest advancements at Gamescom 2024, including digital humans and avatar character technology. The event provides an opportunity for gamers to experience the latest technologies firsthand and learn more about Nvidia’s plans for the future of gaming.
Gamescom 2024
- Nvidia is participating in Gamescom 2024.
- The event showcases the latest advancements in gaming technology, including digital humans and avatar character technology.
- Gamers can experience the latest technologies firsthand and learn more about Nvidia’s plans for the future of gaming.
