NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Driver Released for DOOM: The Dark Ages

NVIDIA Unveils New GeForce Driver for DOOM: The Dark Ages

NVIDIA has launched the GeForce Game Ready driver version 576.40, coinciding with the much-anticipated release of DOOM: The Dark Ages. Set to hit the shelves on Thursday, May 15, the game offers early access starting tomorrow for Premium Edition owners, which also includes the recently announced GeForce RTX 50 Series bundle.

Advanced NVIDIA Technologies for Enhanced Gameplay

DOOM: The Dark Ages is designed to leverage several NVIDIA GeForce RTX technologies. These include:

DLSS Super Resolution (available on RTX 20 series and newer)
DLSS Frame Generation (for RTX 40 series and up)
DLSS Multi Frame Generation (exclusive to RTX 50 series)

NVIDIA asserts that players with the latest graphics cards can achieve frame rates up to 4 times faster when all these features are utilized. Additionally, powered by the id Tech 8 engine, the game will support ray tracing from launch, with a post-launch update expected to introduce comprehensive path tracing for even greater visual fidelity.

What to Expect from DOOM: The Dark Ages

DOOM: The Dark Ages aims to refine the high-octane gameplay of DOOM Eternal while providing a narrative depth reminiscent of DOOM (2016).The game boasts a lengthy campaign that spans over twenty stages, and players who enjoyed the previous DOOM titles are likely to find much to appreciate here, despite a few minor drawbacks.

For gameplay enthusiasm, you can check out the official trailer here.

DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation Arrives This Week

Later this week, gamers can expect the launch of DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation, taking performance optimization to the next level.

New Whitelisted Games and Enhanced Display Support

As part of the latest driver update, NVIDIA has also whitelisted DLSS overrides for a host of PC titles, enhancing gameplay experiences across the board. The compatible games include:

Bodycam
Chiaroscuro: Expedition 33
Commandos Origins
Lost Skies
Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Necrophosis
New World: Eternal
No More Room in Hell 2
RuneScape: Dragonwilds
Spirit of the North 2
Steel Seed
Tempest Rising
The Talos Principle: Reawakened
Warframe

Support for New G-Sync Compatible Displays

The GeForce driver update also introduces support for seven new G-SYNC compatible displays, enhancing the options for gamers seeking high-performance visual experiences. The detailed specifications are as follows:

Manufacturer	Model	HDR	Size	Panel Type	Resolution	VRR Range
Acer	X32 V5	Yes	31.5″	YOU ARE	3840×2160 (4K)	48-165Hz
AOC	25G42E	Yes	24.5″	IPS	1920×1080 (FHD)	48-180Hz
AOC	24G42HE	Yes	23.8″	IPS	1920×1080 (FHD)	48-200Hz
AOC	25G4SRE	Yes	24.5″	IPS	1920×1080 (FHD)	48-310Hz
AOC	Q27G40SE	Yes	27″	IPS	2560×1440 (QHD)	48-300Hz
I-O DATA	GDQ271JAQ	Yes	27″	IPS	2560×1440 (QHD)	60-200Hz
Of the	AW2725D	Yes	27″	IPS	2560×1440 (QHD)	24-280Hz

Bug Fixes and Stability Improvements

Along with the new features and support, the update addresses several bugs. According to the official driver changelog, the following issues have been resolved:

Fixed Gaming Bugs

[Monster Hunter Wilds] Stability issues addressed [5204023]
[RTX 50 series] Shadow flicker in Dead Space Remake corrected [5241013]

Fixed General Bugs

[RTX 50 series] Corrected color saturation issues in games below native resolution [5158681]
[RTX 50 series] Black screen boot problem with ASUS PG32UQXR and other models fixed [5088957]
Minimized stuttering on certain LG TVs at lower refresh rates with G-SYNC enabled [5198025]

For more details and features, be sure to check out the complete update notes. Stay tuned for the latest advancements in gaming technology!

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