The gaming world is buzzing with the launches and announcements of next generation consoles. However, PlayStation 6 and the next Xbox have yet not been officially announced and some hints suggest that the consoles could offer the most significant leap in the gaming history. It is learned that the leap would be driven by machine learning.
Machine learning is not a new concept in technology and its potential in the gaming industry is just the beginning to be explored. It is to offer an unimaginable level of realism and immersion. NVIDIA and a couple of more companies have started using machine learning in their products. DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) technology is a good example and it enhances image quality by predicting and filling in pixels. Sony has also stepped into the space with their PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. It is set to debut with the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro.
Digital Foundry experts believe that they have scratched the surface of what machine learning can achieve in gaming. They argue that machine learning could improve image quality and material textures as well. The technology could also improve game geometry. All these means that the next generation of consoles could deliver true 4K resolution and at a smooth 60 frames per second.
Digital Foundary is a group that is known for their deep dives into gaming technology,
The current generation of consoles has emerged with high expectations. They were marketed as capable of delivering 4K resolution at 60 FPS. The reality was different. Achieving the level of performance often meant cutting back on other visual elements. The hardware was not up to the mark in delivering on all fronts and it was basically due to limitations in GPU bandwidth.
This is where machine learning could make a real difference. By using algorithms to predict and enhance game visuals, the next-generation consoles could deliver the level of performance that gamers have been craving.
