The world of PC gaming is buzzing with excitement and confusion over AMD's latest offering, FSR Redstone, a significant upgrade for Radeon gamers.
But wait, what's all the fuss about? Well, in just 90 days, AMD has managed to more than double the number of games supporting its cutting-edge machine-learning upscaling technology, FSR4, to over 200 titles. And that's not all; they're also introducing ML-based frame generation for over 30 games, promising smoother gameplay and enhanced visuals. But here's where it gets controversial: AMD's announcement might leave some gamers scratching their heads, as the company is primarily rebranding FSR4 as 'AMD FSR Upscaling' and placing it under the Redstone umbrella.
The reason for this rebranding could be the limited availability of games showcasing AMD's new FSR Ray Regeneration technique, with only Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 currently on the list. And this is the part most people miss: FSR Radiance Caching, another exciting feature, is not yet available in any games but is promised for 2026. So, while the technology is impressive, the practical implementation might leave some gamers wanting more.
Adding to the confusion, enabling these features isn't as straightforward as one might hope. Gamers will need the latest Radeon RX 9000-series cards and will have to navigate AMD's software settings to enable the upscaling and frame generation options. A word of caution: these ML-powered features need to be enabled on a per-game basis, which might be a hassle for some.
Despite the initial hurdles, AMD's latest hardware is gaining traction. The RX 9070 and 9070 XT, once hard to find, are now available at their original prices, offering excellent value for money. However, the Steam Hardware Survey suggests that AMD's market share is still relatively small, with less than 0.15% of PC gamers using the latest cards. A question to ponder: Will the FSR Redstone upgrade and improved availability of AMD's hardware change the PC gaming landscape?
