PC, graphics and hardware
Graphics technology, requirements, performance and buying decisions explained without turning every acronym into a promise.
What changes on screen, what it demands from your system and when waiting makes sense.READING ROUTE
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01OPENNVIDIA finally shows DLSS 5's controls—and it can now leave a character's face alone
The technology that drew a backlash in March returns with three models, intensity controls and masks that can protect characters or objects. It is a meaningful change, although players still need to test it themselves.
02OPENHalo: Campaign Evolved launches July 28: price, Game Pass and the PC you need
Master Chief returns with early access on July 23, a full launch on July 28 and three new missions. Here is what it costs, what Game Pass includes and the PC you need before buying it.
03OPENGTA VI skips PC at launch. Should you wait—or buy a console for one game?
Rockstar has announced GTA VI for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19, with no PC date. A former producer has explained the old logic behind that choice; here is what waiting would actually mean for PC players.