DXVK 2.7.1 Released: Major Performance Boost and Critical Fixes for Linux Gaming

 

 Valve developer Philip Rebohle releases DXVK 2.7.1, a major update to the critical Direct3D to Vulkan translation layer for Linux gaming. This patch fixes MSAA regressions, boosts D3D9 performance, and adds specific fixes for Crysis 3, The Witcher, Fallout: New Vegas, and more. Explore the full changelog.

Vulkan Untyped Pointers: RADV Driver Support Unlocks New GPU Performance and Shader Efficiency

 

Discover how the new VK_KHR_shader_untyped_pointers extension in Vulkan 1.4.325 boosts GPU performance & shader efficiency. Learn about RADV driver support for AMD Radeon GPUs and its impact on high-level language compilation. 

Wine-Staging 10.13 Launches: 300+ Patches Fix 13-Year-Old Bug & Boost Vulkan Performance

 

Wine-Staging 10.13 launches with 300+ patches, resolving a critical 13-year-old OLEAUT32 bug and upgrading VKD3D for Direct3D 12 on Vulkan. Discover how this Linux Windows compatibility layer advances cross-platform performance. Download now at WineHQ.org.

Skia Graphite: Google’s Next-Gen Rasterization Engine Boosts Chrome Performance

 

Google’s Skia Graphite boosts Chrome performance with modern GPU APIs like Vulkan & Metal—15% faster rendering, smoother scrolling, and lower latency. Learn how this next-gen rasterization engine works and its future upgrades.

DXVK 2.7 Release: Major Update Boosts Performance for Vulkan-Based Direct3D Gaming

 

DXVK 2.7 is now available, introducing major optimizations for Direct3D-to-Vulkan translation, reducing CPU overhead, and enhancing gaming performance on Linux. Learn about key features like descriptor management improvements, Intel GPU support, and game-specific fixes in this in-depth breakdown.

AMD RADV Vulkan Driver Expands CDNA Support: Implications for AI/ML Workloads

 

AMD’s RADV Vulkan driver adds preliminary CDNA support, enabling compute workloads on Instinct GPUs. Explore the implications for AI/ML, Vulkan vs. ROCm, and future GPU acceleration trends in high-performance computing.

Open 3D Engine (O3DE) 25.05 Released: Major Vulkan Upgrades, Simulation Enhancements & Linux Fixes

The latest Open 3D Engine (O3DE) 25.05 release delivers Vulkan API improvements, ROS 2 simulation support, MGPU optimization, and Linux stability fixes. Backed by Amazon, Meta, and Huawei, this open-source engine enhances game & simulation development. Download now on GitHub!

DXVK 2.6.2 Released: Enhanced Vulkan API Performance for Windows Games on Linux

 

DXVK 2.6.2 is now available, bringing key improvements for Direct3D 8/9/10/11 over Vulkan API. Discover new GPU filtering, better vendor ID logic, and game-specific fixes for Pirate Hunter, Thumper, and more. Boost Linux gaming performance with this essential update.

Vulkan 1.4.314 Released: Key Upgrades for Next-Gen GPU Performance

 

Vulkan 1.4.314 introduces VK_KHR_robustness2, boosting GPU security & performance for 2026-ready devices. Learn how this update impacts gaming, AI, and next-gen hardware with expert insights.

MoltenVK 1.3 Released: Full Vulkan 1.3 Support for Apple Devices

 

MoltenVK 1.3 now supports Vulkan 1.3 on Apple devices, including macOS, iOS, and VisionOS. Discover new extensions, performance upgrades, and why developers should adopt this Metal-compatible translation layer. Download now!

Intel Vulkan Driver Adds BFloat16 Support for AI & Machine Learning

 

Intel’s Mesa 25.2 update adds VK_KHR_shader_bfloat16 support for Vulkan AI/ML workloads. Discover how BF16 optimization boosts performance for deep learning, HPC, and compute shaders on Intel GPUs. Learn key benefits for developers & industry applications.

A Nvidia lança o driver Linux Vulkan atualizado com suporte para novas extensões

O driver Nvidia 381.10.10 Vulkan está agora disponível.