Intel has released a new driver for its Arc GPUs, intending to optimize the performance within several games and provide support for further titles.

Intel's "Game-On" Drivers Add Support For Two New Games and Bring Performance Enhancement in Several Titles

The BETA driver 31.0.101.4514 brings Intel's Game-On support for two new titles, AEW: Fight Forever and Layers of Fear. Supporting such titles is part of Intel's plan to expand its technologies to several AAA titles, ultimately challenging DLSS and FSR. Besides new support, the driver also brings a considerable performance boost to the relatively old Assassin’s Creed Unity based on DX11 API.

Intel aims to have its Arc GPUs optimized for older titles based on DX11, and the performance figures disclosed by Intel undoubtedly demonstrate the intention. Intel has also shared statistics for newer DX12 titles, which you can take a look at below:

Arc GPU Driver Performance Improvements

Assassin’s Creed Unity* (DX11)Up to 271% uplift at 1080p with Very High settingsUp to 313% uplift at 1440p with High settingsF1 22* (DX12)Up to 36% uplift at 1080p with High settingsUp to 20% uplift at 1440p with High settingsUp to 10% uplift at 1080p with Ultra High settings and all Ray Tracing settings onDeathloop* (DX12)Up to 10% uplift at 1080p with Ultra settingsUp to 8% uplift at 1440p with Very High settings

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Intel is also trying to make its XeSS AI upscaling compatible with several popular titles. The business recently revealed that the technology is now included in over 50 games, offering high-performance enhancements to several titles. Intel takes its GPU division seriously, so we have seen continuous driver updates and improvements since the beginning such as the last one which also brought in double-digit performance improvements across various titles. You can visit Intel's official website and download the new driver here.