NVIDIA has announced that its latest Blackwell architecture will be integrated into GeForce NOW, marking the platform’s largest update to date. The upgrade introduces NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080-class GPUs to the cloud gaming service, offering features such as DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation for streaming up to 5K resolution at 120 frames per second and new AI-powered enhancements.
According to NVIDIA, the number of games available on GeForce NOW will increase significantly with the launch of Install-to-Play, which allows members to access more of their PC game collections in the cloud. This will double the current library from over 2,300 titles to more than 4,500. The new Cinematic Quality Streaming mode is also being introduced, aimed at improving color accuracy and overall graphical fidelity.
The list of supported devices continues to expand. Updates include support for racing wheels, up to 90 fps gameplay on Steam Deck devices, and 4K streaming at 120Hz on compatible LG TVs.
Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, said: “Bringing the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, one of the world’s most important computer graphics innovations, to GeForce NOW represents the biggest leap in cloud gaming ever. With Blackwell, GeForce NOW offers even more stunning graphics, the fastest frame rates and negligible latency to turn any device into a high-quality gaming rig that rivals nearly every other product on the market today.”
Members will have access to advanced features such as DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation and support for up to 360 fps at 1080p with NVIDIA Reflex technology. Network latency is expected to remain low due to a global network of NVIDIA SuperPODs.
New AAA titles including Borderlands 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and The Outer Worlds 2 are among those joining GeForce NOW’s expanded catalog. Install-to-Play leverages high-performance cloud storage powered by NVIDIA NVMesh technology. Ultimate and Performance members receive 100GB of single-session cloud storage at no extra cost; additional persistent storage can be purchased in tiers ranging from $2.99 per month for 200GB up to $7.99 per month for 1TB.
Brian Burleson, vice president of strategic partnerships at Gearbox Entertainment, commented: “NVIDIA’s Blackwell-powered GeForce NOW upgrade is a game-changer for Gearbox that significantly elevates the gameplay experiences for our players. GeForce NOW brings the games and universes within them to almost any screen imaginable so that every last detail we’ve worked so hard on is visible. We’re proud to be part of this next era of cloud gaming.”
Tymon Smektała, Dying Light franchise director at Techland added: “Castor Woods in Dying Light: The Beast is the most beautiful world we ever created, with huge improvements to dynamic lighting, physics and graphics. With GeForce NOW’s Blackwell architecture, these improvements will be available to more players than ever, even those without high-end PCs at home.”
Craig Duncan from Xbox Game Studios said: “We’re focused on giving players more choice in how and where they play, and NVIDIA’s Blackwell-powered GeForce NOW upgrade helps us do that. With enhanced performance and visual fidelity, it’s now easier for players to jump into their favorite worlds, connect with friends and discover new adventures.”
Larry Kuperman from Nightdive Studios stated: “Seeing so many AAA and indie games arriving on GeForce NOW is a great win for studios and gamers alike. Expanding the GeForce NOW library with thousands of additional Steam titles means more gamers than ever can experience our worlds — seamlessly and instantly, on nearly any device — for a true PC experience in the cloud.”
In addition to hardware updates like enhanced ray tracing capabilities and AI rendering through RTX 5080-class GPUs delivering up to 62 teraflops of compute performance with a large frame buffer (48GB), NVIDIA has partnered with companies such as Comcast—which is enhancing low-latency gaming via DOCSIS—and Deutsche Telekom AG—which integrates GeForce NOW into its expanding 5G+ network. BT Group plans trials using L4S technology combined with 5G slicing for consistent mobile performance.
GeForce RTX 5080-powered servers are already boosting performance on Steam Deck devices from 60 fps up to 90 fps. Supported LG OLED monitors can stream ultra-high resolutions when connected via Windows or macOS without extra hardware requirements; certain LG TVs can stream at both high resolution (4K) and refresh rate (120Hz) natively.
Peripheral support has been broadened as well; Logitech racing wheels are now supported natively within GeForce NOW.
A new partnership between NVIDIA, Discord and Epic Games aims to streamline social gaming by allowing users instant access—such as playing Fortnite directly through Discord—even if they don’t have it installed locally or hold an active membership during limited-time trials.
The rollout begins in September. Pricing remains unchanged: Ultimate memberships are $19.99 monthly or $99.99 biannually; Performance memberships cost $9.99 monthly or $49.99 biannually; annual options are also available starting at launch.