Nvidia Unveils Major GeForce Now Update with AI Boosts and RTX 5080 Integration
August 18, 2025
Despite these technological advancements, GeForce Now remains dependent on home internet speeds and has limitations such as 100 hours of playtime per month, preventing it from fully replacing dedicated gaming hardware.
Nvidia is rolling out its biggest GeForce Now update yet, integrating NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and RTX 5080-class GPUs, which will significantly boost streaming quality with DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation capable of reaching 5K resolution at 120 fps, alongside new AI-powered features.
This update introduces persistent storage options, ranging from $2.99 for 200 GB to $7.99 for 1 TB, offering gamers more convenience for long-term game storage.
Nvidia is also providing additional opportunities to win GPUs at specific booths through challenges and signage, enhancing engagement at the event.
While earlier speculation pointed to a CES 2026 launch, current indications suggest a late 2025 release, making an early reveal during today's event unlikely.
Preliminary testing shows stable performance and ease of use across various devices, with full reviews expected after the RTX 5080 servers go live.
Nvidia has upgraded its server CPU and memory to reduce latency and minor visual glitches caused by Frame Generation technology, with options available to disable MFG if needed.
Rumors suggest upcoming Super variants of the RTX 5080 could feature up to 24GB of GDDR7 VRAM, a 3GHz boost clock, and potentially 50% more VRAM, though no official hardware announcements are planned during this event.
Nvidia is expanding its AI tools, including Project G-Assist, now available on all RTX GPUs with 6GB VRAM or more, offering voice and text-controlled PC optimization, and integrating support for low latency and high frame rates.
The company is also enhancing its AI video filters and support for faster response times, with NVIDIA Reflex supporting up to 360 fps at 1080p and system latency under 30 ms in supported regions.
Nvidia's RTX Remix modding toolkit now supports over 165 titles, adding features like particle systems, improved visual effects, and community-developed enhancements, fostering a vibrant modding community.
NVIDIA showcased The Oversight Bureau, an AI-enhanced game using NVIDIA ACE technology, which enables natural voice interactions with in-game characters, demonstrating advanced AI in interactive storytelling.
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The Verge • Aug 18, 2025
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