June Delivers Strong Lineup of DLSS-Enhanced Games for GeForce RTX Players
June proved to be a busy month for PC gamers using NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics cards, with a wave of new game releases, major updates, playable demos, and technology upgrades centered around NVIDIA’s DLSS performance-enhancing features. The month also featured Steam Next Fest, which gave players an early look at upcoming titles through a range of RTX-optimized demos.
As game developers continue to adopt advanced graphics technologies, DLSS remains a key feature for improving frame rates and visual quality across both blockbuster and independent releases.
Major Game Releases and Updates Add New DLSS Features
Several games received updates during June that expanded support for NVIDIA’s latest DLSS technologies, including Dynamic Multi Frame Generation, Frame Generation, and Super Resolution.
Notable June Updates
Among the most significant additions:
- EMPULSE launched with DLSS Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and DLSS Super Resolution.
- Subnautica 2 was updated to NVIDIA’s latest DLSS Super Resolution model.
- Squad added DLSS Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution support.
- Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.0 introduced DLSS Frame Generation, Super Resolution, and ray tracing enhancements.
- Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core gained DLSS Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution.
- Gothic 1 Remake added Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution support.
- NBA: THE RUN adopted the latest DLSS Super Resolution model.
- GOALS launched with DLSS Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution.
- Fatekeeper added DLSS Frame Generation and Super Resolution.
- Marathon Season 2 arrived with DLSS Frame Generation support.
- Tides of Tomorrow introduced DLSS Super Resolution.
- Current Reaper launched with DLSS Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution.
- Mortal Shell II Open Beta included DLSS Multi Frame Generation, Super Resolution, and ray tracing features.
The growing list reflects the increasing adoption of AI-powered rendering technologies as developers seek to balance visual fidelity with high-performance gameplay on modern PC hardware.
Upcoming Releases Continue RTX and DLSS Momentum
Several anticipated titles are scheduled to arrive later this year with extensive RTX and DLSS support.
Dune: Awakening Expands in September
Dune: Awakening is set to release its single-player mode and the final act of Book One on September 22. The update will also include support for DLSS Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution, giving players additional performance options in the game’s expansive desert environments.
CONTROL Resonant Launches With Ray Tracing
Just two days later, on September 24, CONTROL Resonant is scheduled to launch with both ray tracing and DLSS technologies enabled from day one. The title continues the franchise’s emphasis on advanced lighting and visual effects, making RTX features a central part of the experience.
Steam Next Fest Showcased Future RTX-Powered Games
Steam Next Fest wrapped up last week after offering players a chance to test a wide range of upcoming titles before release. Many of the featured demos included DLSS support, allowing GeForce RTX users to evaluate performance improvements firsthand.
Featured RTX Demos
Highlighted demonstrations included:
- Valor Mortis Demo with DLSS Multi Frame Generation, delivering performance boosts of up to six times.
- The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Demo with DLSS Multi Frame Generation, offering up to four times higher performance.
- Edge of Memories Demo with DLSS Multi Frame Generation.
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo featuring DLSS Multi Frame Generation and ray tracing.
- Salvation: Echoes of War Demo using NVIDIA’s latest DLSS Super Resolution model.
- The Sinking City 2 Demo with DLSS Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution.
NVIDIA also highlighted many of these titles through its GeForce Twitch channel, where additional gameplay showcases are planned throughout the summer.
Steam Summer Sale Brings Discounts on RTX-Enhanced Games
Alongside the latest game announcements, the Steam Summer Sale is now underway, giving PC gamers an opportunity to purchase a variety of RTX-enabled titles at discounted prices.
Featured games include:
- ARC Raiders
- Battlefield 6
- Borderlands 4
- Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition
- DOOM: The Dark Ages
- Dune: Awakening
- Far Far West
- Hitman: World of Assassination
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Metro Exodus
- Mortal Kombat 1
- Resident Evil Requiem
- RUST
- Squad
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Windrose
NVIDIA also unveiled a new GeForce Garage custom PC build created by Czuga and inspired by 007 First Light. The system features a GeForce RTX 5080 Founders Edition graphics card. The game is currently available with DLSS 4.5 support, including Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution technologies.
KRAFTON Discusses AI-Powered PUBG Ally Development
Beyond gaming hardware and graphics technology, NVIDIA also highlighted its collaboration with KRAFTON on artificial intelligence development for gaming.
In a recent discussion, KRAFTON’s AI team detailed the creation of PUBG Ally, a playable cooperative character built using NVIDIA ACE technology. Developers outlined the project’s architecture, latency considerations, multilingual capabilities, and lessons learned while developing an AI system capable of producing non-deterministic responses and behaviors.
The conversation offers insight into how AI-driven characters could play a larger role in future multiplayer experiences.
Conclusion
With dozens of game updates, new releases, Steam Next Fest demos, and upcoming RTX-enabled launches, June was one of the busiest months of the year for GeForce RTX gamers. As developers continue integrating DLSS, ray tracing, and AI-powered technologies into new titles, NVIDIA’s ecosystem remains a major focus for PC gaming performance and visual innovation heading into the fall release season.
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