Ray tracing is set to revolutionize the gaming experience in Diablo 4 this March, as announced during Nvidia’s CES 2024 Special Address. This long-anticipated update promises to introduce ray-traced reflections and shadows, elevating the visual impact of the havoc players wreak in the game.
Teaser Trailer Unleashed – A Glimpse into Diablo 4’s Enhanced Visuals
For a tantalizing preview of the upcoming changes, check out the teaser trailer embedded above. The hope is that this ray tracing feature will intricately capture the gory and magical details within Diablo 4, a game already praised for its surprising visual appeal amid a dark and ominous atmosphere.
Fulfilling Promises – Post-Launch Update Brings Ray Tracing to Diablo 4
Originally pledged in a post-launch update last year, ray tracing has been highly awaited by players. Notably, Diablo 4 is already equipped with DLSS 3 support, offering a potential solution to any performance impact introduced by the ray tracing feature.
Nvidia’s Performance Showcase – What to Expect from the Ray Tracing Update
During the CES 2024 Special Address, Nvidia provided a glimpse into the anticipated performance of the update. While specific testing details were not disclosed, the figures presented are promising. With ray tracing enabled, the frame rate sits at approximately 53fps. Activating both ray tracing and DLSS 3 skyrockets it to over 144fps, reaching an impressive 188fps at times.
Beyond Diablo 4 – Nvidia’s CES 2024 Announcements
In addition to the exciting Diablo 4 news, Nvidia revealed DLSS 3 support for Horizon: Forbidden West, set to arrive on PC “early this year.” Furthermore, Pax Dei, a magical medieval sandbox MMO developed in Unreal Engine 5, made its debut during the same address.
Bonus News – Three New RTX 40-Series Super Graphics Cards Unveiled
As a bonus for gaming enthusiasts, CES 2024 brought news of three new RTX 40-series Super graphics cards – the RTX 4080 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super, and RTX 4070 Super. Faster or more affordable than their predecessors, all three cards are set to launch this month, with the RTX 4070 Super leading the charge on January 17.
Stay tuned for the upcoming ray tracing update in Diablo 4, promising a visually enhanced gaming experience that will undoubtedly elevate the thrill of your demonic adventures. This gaming evolution is a testament to the continued innovation within the industry, bringing more realism and excitement to your favorite titles.
