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Nvidia's DLSS 5 AI rendering leaks, modders apply it to Skyrim and GTA

Modders extracted Nvidia's DLSS 5 AI rendering code from an NBA 2K27 early-access build and applied it to Skyrim, Cyberpunk 2077, and GTA V.

Based on reporting by The Verge — analysis by dalili

Modders are trying out an unofficial version of Nvidia's DLSS 5 on Skyrim, Cyberpunk 2077, GTA V, and a bunch of other games after code for the AI upscaling tech appeared in an early-access build of NBA 2K27. Members of the RenoDX modding channel on Discord reportedly found a way to extract the DLSS 'Neural Rendering' file and apply it to Control before it expanded to other games.

DLSS 5 represents Nvidia's latest advancement in AI-powered graphics upscaling. The technology uses neural networks to enhance image quality while maintaining performance, and the leaked version gives modders an early look at capabilities that haven't been officially released yet.

Videos show the technology dramatically improving facial detail and lighting in games like Control, with users able to tweak various DLSS 5 settings to achieve different visual effects. The modding community's quick adoption demonstrates the strong demand for next-generation graphics enhancements.

The leak comes before Nvidia has officially announced DLSS 5, raising questions about the company's release timeline. However, it also showcases the technology's capabilities and builds anticipation for the official launch.

Key takeaways

  • DLSS 5 neural rendering code leaked from NBA 2K27
  • Modders applied it to Skyrim, Cyberpunk, GTA V, Control
  • Technology dramatically improves facial detail and lighting
  • Leak comes before official Nvidia announcement

Why it matters

The DLSS 5 leak demonstrates both the modding community's technical prowess and the strong demand for next-gen AI graphics. Nvidia's neural rendering technology promises significant visual improvements, and the early access gives gamers a preview of what's coming. The leak also highlights the challenge of keeping pre-release technology under wraps in an era of datamining.

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