Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, a spy-thriller expansion to the original game, is now available. The expansion features an intriguing story that places you, the player, in the role of V, a cyberpunk for hire. This new adventure is made even more captivating through the inclusion of full ray tracing and NVIDIA DLSS 3.5, resulting in striking visual fidelity.
Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode and DLSS 3.5
One of the key features in the Phantom Liberty expansion is the Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode. In this mode, ray tracing models the properties of light throughout the entire scene, delivering physically correct shadows, reflections, and global illumination. Prior techniques have addressed these elements separately, often for a limited number of light sources. The introduction of NVIDIA RTX Direct Illumination (RTXDI) allows thousands of objects to emit ray-traced light, enhancing the realism of scenes significantly.
Full Ray Tracing Explained
Full ray tracing simulates the behavior of light in a way that is closer to real-world physics than previous techniques. This method renders accurate lighting effects, grounding objects within their surroundings. From neon signs to car headlights, every source of light in Night City is now ray-traced. The resulting visual experience offers superior depth, detail, and realism, creating an immersive world for players to explore.
DLSS 3.5 and Ray Reconstruction
Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) 3.5 enhances the quality of full ray tracing. When activated, DLSS 3.5’s Ray Reconstruction technology replaces several hand-tuned ray tracing denoisers with a unified AI model. This results in a more accurate, clearer depiction of reflections and global illumination, making for a more immersive gaming experience. Ray Reconstruction ensures that lighting effects, like car headlights, are generated accurately, contributing to the overall realism of the game.
System Requirements for Optimal Experience
Given the GPU-intensive nature of full ray tracing, for an optimal gaming experience, it is recommended to use GeForce RTX 40 Series and NVIDIA DLSS 3.5.