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Some games might only run on specific GPU manufacturers.

Some games might only run on specific GPU manufacturers.

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nahte_ethan
Member
137
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#1
We possess unique deals with different manufacturers and varied interfaces, so what would happen if PC gaming ever had a single API for Nvidia and another for AMD? Imagine the chaos—games split between platforms, some only available on one side. Can you picture such a scenario? It’s unsettling to think about. Recent moves involving Gameworks, Mantle, and DirectX made me concerned about the industry’s path. The current issues with Watch Dogs and upcoming Ubisoft titles highlight growing disparities. Performance isn’t just about hardware anymore; it’s about whether games can fully utilize their capabilities due to artificial restrictions or advantages set by developers and GPU makers during development. I’m not sure if this is realistic, but I wanted to share my thoughts and hear others’ perspectives. Keep in mind this is purely speculative.
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nahte_ethan
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #1

We possess unique deals with different manufacturers and varied interfaces, so what would happen if PC gaming ever had a single API for Nvidia and another for AMD? Imagine the chaos—games split between platforms, some only available on one side. Can you picture such a scenario? It’s unsettling to think about. Recent moves involving Gameworks, Mantle, and DirectX made me concerned about the industry’s path. The current issues with Watch Dogs and upcoming Ubisoft titles highlight growing disparities. Performance isn’t just about hardware anymore; it’s about whether games can fully utilize their capabilities due to artificial restrictions or advantages set by developers and GPU makers during development. I’m not sure if this is realistic, but I wanted to share my thoughts and hear others’ perspectives. Keep in mind this is purely speculative.

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ToastWithGhost
Junior Member
37
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#2
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ToastWithGhost
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #2

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Kamikaze_007
Senior Member
625
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#3
literally industrial cancer Gonna need a Titan Z and a 295x to play battfeld 9 or assassins crud 11
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Kamikaze_007
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #3

literally industrial cancer Gonna need a Titan Z and a 295x to play battfeld 9 or assassins crud 11

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Maxpol2000
Junior Member
23
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#4
Imagine "ifs" and "buts" as sweets—candy and nuts.
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Maxpol2000
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #4

Imagine "ifs" and "buts" as sweets—candy and nuts.

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tsunamifult
Junior Member
12
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#5
It looks like the hate storm Ubisoft has received is ongoing, and many developers might consider joining them if things improve.
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tsunamifult
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #5

It looks like the hate storm Ubisoft has received is ongoing, and many developers might consider joining them if things improve.

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NoSatNavTom
Junior Member
3
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#6
I would choose: Hate PC, I'm heading back to my SNES!
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NoSatNavTom
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #6

I would choose: Hate PC, I'm heading back to my SNES!

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Hey_ItzMadi
Junior Member
31
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#7
It's becoming clear that Grid 2 is hitting its limits on AMD, especially when compared to Intel's performance boost from AVX features.
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Hey_ItzMadi
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #7

It's becoming clear that Grid 2 is hitting its limits on AMD, especially when compared to Intel's performance boost from AVX features.

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Kohwelly
Member
97
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#8
This is entirely theoretical.
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Kohwelly
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #8

This is entirely theoretical.

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GodIyGreg
Junior Member
13
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#9
I'm happy to have retained my PS1 and N64.
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GodIyGreg
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #9

I'm happy to have retained my PS1 and N64.

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ToddThaGod
Junior Member
46
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM
#10
It's not feasible, yet I'd still play if it weren't. I don't seem as dedicated to caring about it.
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ToddThaGod
11-15-2018, 11:01 PM #10

It's not feasible, yet I'd still play if it weren't. I don't seem as dedicated to caring about it.

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