Cyberpunk 2077 Leads the Way with DLSS 4 Support Ahead of NVIDIA's RTX 50 Series Launch

Cyberpunk 2077 update adds early DLSS 4 support

Ian Walker loves exploring niche communities and researching the development of classic video games. Cyberpunk 2077's latest update is mostly about fixing lingering bugs, but hidden deep in the patch notes is something pretty exciting. Ahead of the release of Nvidia's new line of GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs on Jan. 30, folks playing Cyberpunk 2077 on soon-to-be-outdated PCs are now able to mess around with a few new DLSS 4 (or "deep learning super sampling") features. These include an enhanced single-frame generation model that both increases performance and lowers VRAM usage, as well as a new Transformer model for improved stability, lighting, and detail in motion As reported by The Verge, users of the Nvidia subreddit are already playing with this technology and sharing comparison screenshots. Cyberpunk 2077 players who upgrade to an RTX 50 series GPU later this month will also gain access to something called Multi Frame Generation which, according to the patch notes, "boosts FPS by using AI to generate up to three times per traditionally rendered frame." Sounds neat!

Cyberpunk 2077 2.21 patch adds DLSS 4 support days before RTX 50 series debut

Cyberpunk 2077 devs get the game ready for DLSS 4 when the technology drops with the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 on January 30th. Cyberpunk 2077 has officially received its DLSS 4 patch, featuring DLSS upgrades Nvidia advertised at CES 2025 and a plethora of bug fixes for PCs and consoles. Patch 2.21 formally supports DLSS 4's all-new Multi-Frame Generation technology and the new DLSS 4 transformer model. Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the first (if not the first) titles to get the DLSS 4 update. We first saw the game running on DLSS 4 at CES 2025, inevitably in a demo format. But now the game officially supports Nvidia's new DLSS iteration just before the update goes live, with the RTX 50 series initial release on January 30th. DLSS 4 support adds Multi-Frame Generation support and the new DLSS transformer model to Cyberpunk 2077's performance-enhancing options for RTX GPUs. Multi-frame generation allows RTX 50 series GPUs to render three or four AI-generated frames in addition to the real frame rendered on screen, tripling or quadrupling frame rates compared to native rendering. Gamers can toggle to render two, three, or four frames with their GPU in the in-game menu. As the name suggests, the new DLSS transformer model incorporates an all-new transformer AI model replacing DLSS' older Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). The new model operates on twice as many parameters as its predecessor and requires four times more computing capabilities to run properly, making it significantly more demanding. Cyberpunk 2077 allows users to switch between the older CNN or newer transformer architecture on RTX GPUs that support DLSS 4. With DLSS 4's transformer model comes a massive improvement in image quality in areas where the older CNN DLSS implementation struggled. MxBenchmarkPC showcased a side-by-side comparison of DLSS 3.8 and DLSS 4, revealing a massive improvement in animated texture quality and less noticeable ghosting. However, the extra computation requirements of DLSS 4 can also be seen, with the RTX 4080 operating at a 2 FPS deficit with DLSS 4 compared to DLSS 3.8. This degradation in performance is barely noticeable on an RTX 4080. However, it could be amplified on slower cards, particularly previous-generation RTX-series GPUs with less powerful tensor cores. In addition to DLSS 4, the Cyberpunk 2077 dev team also dumped a plethora of bug fixes into this latest update for the game. Photo mode has received a boatload of fixes, including appearance issues with Adam Smasher and Johnny Silverstone.

Cyberpunk 2077 is the first game with official DLSS 4 support for new RTX 50 series GPUs

CD PROJEKT RED has pushed out its new Cyberpunk 2077 update, adding NVIDIA's new DLSS 4 upscaling technology support with its Transformer model, with significant image quality improvements over DLSS 3.8. Cyberpunk 2077's new 2.21 patch introduces a bunch of new things into the game, including a new Photo Mode, vehicle color customization fixes, randomizer settings in Character Creation, and much more. The big deal here is NVIDIA DLSS 4 support, with support also for the RTX 50 series GPU exclusive Multi Frame Generation technology. Once you've updated your game, you'll be able to choose between the old CNN model or the new Transformer model for DLSS Super Resolution, DLAA, and Ray Reconstruction on all RTX series GPUs. In the video embedded above, MxBenchmarkPC has put together an awesome video comparing the new NVIDIA DLSS 4 Transformer model with Native, DLSS 3.8, and the new DLSS 4 upscaling tech. In his awesome review of NVIDIA's new GeForce RTX 5090 Founders Edition graphics card, our oown Kosta Andreadis said: "The transition has begun, but the GeForce RTX 5090 solidifies a shift to Neural Rendering for performance and image fidelity. The raw performance capabilities of a gaming GPU will always be vital because you can't have one without the other - but after spending an entire week with the GeForce RTX 5090, it's safe to say that DLSS 4 is not only a selling point but a set of AI models and features that improve PC gaming as a whole". He continued: "When looking closely at gaming workloads across native rendering, DLSS Super Resolution, ray tracing, and even Path Tracing with Frame Generation that pushes the RTX 5090 - the results are impressive and, more importantly, jaw-dropping. Looking at every conceivable metric, from raw performance to AI-generated frames, it's the most powerful GPU on the planet right now - and in Founders Edition form, it looks like something from the future".

Cyberpunk 2077's latest patch adds DLSS 4 support ahead of next week's RTX 50 Series arrival

Well here we are again, with yet another Cypberpunk 2077 patch, despite CD Projekt having officially wrapped up development on th game last year. And the headline feature this time around is DLSS 4 support, adding in anticipation of Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50 Series of GPU. As detailed in CD Projekt's update 2.21 patch notes, Cyberpunk 2077 now supports "DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation for GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards, which boosts FPS by using AI to generate up to three times per traditionally rendered frame". This, the studio notes, will be enabled alongside the release of the RTX 50 Series next Thursday, 30th January. Additionally, DLSS 4's arrival brings "faster single Frame Generation with reduced memory usage" that's available for users with either RTX 50 and 40 Series GPUs. Furthermore, players "can now choose between the CNN model or the new Transformer model for DLSS Ray Reconstruction, DLSS Super Resolution, and DLAA on all GeForce RTX graphics cards today. The new Transformer model enhances stability, lighting, and detail in motion." There's more going on in today's update than that, however. Version 2.21 also features an extensive range of fixes for Cyberpunk 2077's photo mode, and addresses various issues across the likes of vehicle colour customisation and character creation. Xbox and PlayStation users also get a number of platform-specific fixes, as detailed in CD Projekt's patch notes. Today's release follows December's surprise 2.2 update, which introduced the likes of expanded customisation options and new photo mode features - hence the focus on those particular modes in today's patch. CD Projekt's continuing support of Cyberpunk 2077 is perhaps a little surprising given the studio officially ended its development last May - although a Mac version has since been announced for release this year.

Gamers are already using Nvidia's DLSS 4 tech in Cyberpunk 2077

Added support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation for GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards, which boosts FPS by using AI to generate up to three times per traditionally rendered frame - enabled with GeForce RTX 50 Series on January 30th. DLSS 4 also introduces faster single Frame Generation with reduced memory usage for RTX 50 and 40 Series. Additionally, you can now choose between the CNN model or the new Transformer model for DLSS Ray Reconstruction, DLSS Super Resolution, and DLAA on all GeForce RTX graphics cards today. The new Transformer model enhances stability, lighting, and detail in motion. People on the Cyberpunk 2077 subreddit are already trying out DLSS 4's improved single Frame Generation on their 40-series cards and sharing their results. One user posted a variety of screenshots with comparison sliders that show a side-by-side between the older Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) model and the new Transformer model in DLSS 4 with full path tracing on their RTX 4070 Super at QHD resolution. It may not be night-and-day differences when frozen in screenshots, but looking closely reveals improvements like better clothing textures and cleaned up facial details, all without taking any significant hit to framerates.

Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 2.21 Adds DLSS 4 and Transformers Model for RTX Graphics cards

CD Projekt RED has released Patch 2.21 for Cyberpunk 2077, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. This update introduces support for NVIDIA's Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) 4, utilizing Multi Frame Generation technology specifically designed for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards. DLSS 4 uses artificial intelligence to increase frame rates by generating up to three additional frames for each traditionally rendered frame, improving overall game performance. The patch also includes faster single Frame Generation, which reduces memory usage on both RTX 50 and RTX 40 Series graphics cards, leading to more efficient resource management during gameplay. The update provides players with the option to choose between Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) models and the new Transformer models for DLSS Ray Reconstruction, DLSS Super Resolution, and DLAA on all NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics cards. CD Projekt RED states that the Transformer model enhances visual stability, lighting, and detail during motion, resulting in a clearer and more detailed visual experience. This option allows players to adjust their graphical settings based on their hardware capabilities and performance preferences, enabling a more customized gaming experience. In addition to the improvements in DLSS technology, Patch 2.21 fixes several technical issues to enhance the game's stability and performance across all platforms. The update eliminates graphical artifacts and smudging associated with DLSS Ray Reconstruction and corrects the Frame Generation field in the Graphics Settings when Resolution Scaling is turned off. The patch also addresses various other bugs affecting features such as vehicle color customization, character creation, and the Photo Mode. Photo Mode Nibbles and Adam Smasher can now be spawned while V is in the air or in water. Fixed the Facial Expression option for Adam Smasher. Fixed an issue where Adam Smasher's glowing chest cyberware was missing. Fixed an issue where, if Johnny's Alternate Appearance was enabled, both options to spawn him (default and alternate) resulted in the alternate look. Characters spawned while V is in the air or in water will no longer snap to the ground. Characters will now be properly saved in presets. Spawned characters will now be visible after adding a background. V's rotation and position will now be properly saved in presets. Fixed an issue where adjusting the Up/Down slider for V wouldn't change their position between certain values. NPCs that turn invisible after disabling the Surrounding NPCs option will no longer have collision. Fixed an issue where loading a preset could cause additional light sources to appear even when disabled, or spawn them in incorrect positions. Fixed an issue where the camera could get stuck on walls after setting Full Collision to ON. Fixed an issue where camera settings would only apply after loading a saved preset twice. Enabling a background will no longer change camera position. Rotating the camera will now work properly with a background enabled. Fixed an issue where the prompts for Move Camera and Rotate Camera would appear when the camera cannot be moved (e.g. when using the First-Person Perspective camera). Fixed an issue where it wasn't possible to move the camera after spawning a character while highlighting the Edit Character option. Disabling Chromatic Aberration in the Graphics settings will no longer affect the ability to adjust it. Fixed an issue where some items in scenes disappeared after setting the Surrounding NPCs option to OFF. Fixed an issue where enabling PhysX Cloth would unfreeze NCPD vehicles. The rule of thirds grid will now properly adapt to the selected aspect ratio. Fixed an issue where the image in a SmartFrame wouldn't be visible if accessed while V was not facing it. Fixed an issue where opening Photo Mode simultaneously with Wardrobe or Stash caused the game to become unresponsive. Fixed an issue where it was possible to access Photo Mode before a save file fully loaded, causing it to open without UI and block any further action. Fixed other minor Photo Mode issues related to spawned characters, camera movement, controls, and more. Fixed various UI issues in Photo Mode, SmartFrames and Gallery menus, including slider inconsistencies, localization errors, missing sound effects, incorrect behavior when interacting with certain features, and more. Vehicle Color Customization Fixed several texture and color inconsistencies for vehicles that have CrystalCoat applied. Fixed an issue where the explanation of the spray paint icon was missing in the Autofixer tutorial pop-up after a vehicle contract was completed. Fixed several minor UI issues in the CrystalCoat and TwinTone menus. Character Creation Randomizer settings in Character Creation will now be preserved after advancing to the Customize Attributes step. Fixed an issue where the Piercing Color option would not be available in Character Creation after enabling piercings if V initially had none. Fixed other minor issues in Character Creation, including appearance options not applying correctly, visual clipping, inconsistent UI behavior, functionality issues after using the randomizer, and more. Miscellaneous Run This Town - Fixed an issue where, under certain circumstances, it wasn't possible to deactivate the Aguilar imprint after meeting with Bennett. Fixed several instances where Johnny could appear duplicated in the passenger seat during some quests when he was already present in the scene. Fixed an issue where Johnny did not appear as a passenger often enough. Introduced several fixes to NPC and vehicle behavior for various small events throughout Night City. Fixed an issue where some vendors were not interactable as intended. Fixed an issue where voiceovers on TV news channels could be missing or too quiet. Fixed an issue where the Quadra Turbo-R V-Tech used a description of Quadra Turbo-R 740 instead of its own unique one. Fixed the missing 2.2 "check what's new" pop-up in the main menu. Console-specific Fixed an issue where screenshots appeared as blank in the Gallery on Xbox if they were taken with HDR10 enabled. Added a pop-up in the Gallery to notify players when access to screenshots is blocked by the console's privacy settings on Xbox. Screenshots deleted on Xbox outside the Gallery UI will now be correctly marked in the Gallery and will disappear from occupied slots after reopening the Gallery. Fixed an issue where the Graphics Mode on Xbox Series S could be set to Quality instead of Performance by default. PC-specific Added support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation for GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards, which boosts FPS by using AI to generate up to three times per traditionally rendered frame - enabled with GeForce RTX 50 Series on January 30th. DLSS 4 also introduces faster single Frame Generation with reduced memory usage for RTX 50 and 40 Series. Additionally, you can now choose between the CNN model or the new Transformer model for DLSS Ray Reconstruction, DLSS Super Resolution, and DLAA on all GeForce RTX graphics cards today. The new Transformer model enhances stability, lighting, and detail in motion. Fixed artifacts and smudging on in-game screens when using DLSS Ray Reconstruction. The Frame Generation field in Graphics settings will now properly reset after switching Resolution Scaling to OFF. Source: Cyberpunk 2077