NVIDIA DLSS 2.5.1 Disables Built-In Sharpening; NVIDIA Tells Developers to Use NIS Sharpening Going Forward

Nvidia has just released an important update – the DLSS 2.5.1 has disabled its built-in sharpening feature and as an alternative, developers have been asked to use NIS (NVIDIA Image Sharpening) instead.

Nvidia DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) is an AI-accelerated super sampling technique that has the potential to improve the visual quality and performance of RTX games. On release, its first version used to include a built-in sharpening option by default. However, after the new update 2.5.1, this feature is no longer present.

NIS Sharpening has been suggested as the best option going forward, as it offers an improved sharpening solution which provides developers control over the effects of antialiasing and image sharpening. This move by Nvidia also means that it is now easier to adjust quality settings as per the preferences of each individual with more granular control.

Nvidia has also released a new NVIDIA Freestyle sharpen filter to give gamers more flexibility between their choice of sharpening and antialiasing, as well as NIS Low Latency Mode, which offers gamers the power to adjust sharpening levels within seconds rather than waiting for the entire game to reload.

Although removing the sharpening option from DLSS 2.5.1 may seem inconvenient, it makes more sense from a developer’s perspective, as it is now easier for them to quickly adjust image quality with better control. Also, gamers gain additional flexibility with the individual customization options thanks to NIS Sharpening and NIS Low Latency Mode.

Overall, Nvidia’s new update on DLSS 2.5.1 is sure to bring big improvements to gamers visuals, while giving developers more control over the effects of antialiasing and sharpening. With the help of these new innovation, we can look forward to better gaming experiences in the future.