News Overview
- Recent NVIDIA GPU driver releases are causing significant issues for gamers, especially those using older-gen GPUs like the RTX 30 and 40 series, but also the latest RTX 50 GPUs.
- Game developers are recommending downgrading to older driver versions to avoid problems.
- Gamers Nexus has replicated these issues, describing this driver launch as the worst they’ve seen from NVIDIA since 2008.
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In-Depth Analysis
- The issues appear to be software-related, with driver changes sometimes resolving the problems.
- Specific problems include game crashes, DXGI errors, and black screens when waking systems from sleep.
- Multi-monitor setups are particularly affected, especially when using G-Sync and high refresh rates.
- Features like DLSS and Reflex may also be contributing to the instability.
Commentary
- This situation is damaging NVIDIA’s reputation for reliable driver releases.
- Gamers may need to revert to older, more stable driver versions.
- There are concerns about NVIDIA’s response to and communication regarding these issues.
- Steve Burke from Gamers Nexus stated that this is the worst launch he has ever seen for NVIDIA since 2008.