Nvidia Unveils DLSS 4.5 Featuring Path Tracing in Titles Such as 007 First Light and CONTROL Resonant

At the GDC 2026 event, Nvidia showcased DLSS 4.5, the newest upscaling innovation that will appear in a range of forthcoming games. Games including 007 First Light and CONTROL Resonant will incorporate complete path tracing, while Dynamic Multi Frame Generation launches on March 31, offering a substantial boost to RTX card efficiency.

What's New in DLSS 4.5?

DLSS 4.5 brings an advanced Super Resolution based on a second-generation transformer model, delivering superior visuals compared to native resolution across all GeForce RTX cards. The 6X Multi Frame Generation technology boosts frame rates, especially in path tracing games at 4K, and cuts down lag with NVIDIA Reflex support.

Dynamic Multi Frame Generation stands out as a key addition, adjusting frame multipliers in real time to hit desired smoothness or align with screen refresh rates. Ray Reconstruction enhances ray tracing outcomes, including clearer user interfaces, by pulling in data from the game engine.

The feature will enter beta in the NVIDIA app starting March 31, 2026, for RTX 50 Series cards and later models. Super Resolution will enable upgrades for hundreds of current titles right through the app.

Games Supporting DLSS 4.5 and Path Tracing

Nvidia announced compatibility for several games, including fresh releases with sophisticated lighting. Here are the highlights:

007 First Light: Release date is May 27, 2026, featuring path tracing, DLSS 4.5 including Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Ray Reconstruction. It's a third-person action title with spy elements.
CONTROL Resonant: Follow-up to CONTROL with path tracing and DLSS 4.5, arriving in the latter half of 2026. It expands ray tracing effects in a supernatural setting.
Tides of Annihilation: Includes path tracing and DLSS 4.5 with Dynamic Multi Frame Generation. The story unfolds in a spirit-ridden London, involving boss battles.
Directive 8020: Sci-fi horror game with path tracing and DLSS 4.5, set for May 12, 2026. It offers survival gameplay with cooperative features.
Sea of Remnants: Open-world sea adventure with path tracing and DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution.
The Vernyhorn: Dark RPG incorporating ray tracing and DLSS 4.5, drawing from Slavic myths.
Samson: Launching April 8, 2026, with ray tracing and DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution. This action game includes street chases.

Updates for Existing Titles

A number of games will receive enhancements:

StarRupture: Adding ray tracing and DLSS 4.5 with Dynamic Multi Frame Generation. It's a survival game focused on base building.
Where Winds Meet: Upgrade to DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution. An open-world Wuxia RPG.
War Thunder: Update to DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution. A simulator for military vehicle combat.
Gray Zone Warfare: Integration of DLSS 4.5 with Dynamic Multi Frame Generation on Unreal Engine 5.5. A tactical shooter.
INDUSTRIA 2: Incorporation of ray tracing via Lumen and DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution. A narrative-driven FPS in an alternate reality.

Additionally, titles like Battlefield 6 will get DLSS 4.5 overrides through the NVIDIA app from March 31, improving smoothness at 4K Ultra settings.

Impact on Players

These developments bring greater performance and enhanced graphics to PC gaming with RTX cards. Path tracing delivers realistic lighting, and DLSS 4.5 enables higher resolutions without frame drops. Keeping up with releases will allow users to access these features.