The latest DirectX release standardizes advanced rendering features key to path-tracing performance and the use of AI in games.

Microsoft has announced DirectX 12 Shader Model 6.9 along with a set of Direct3D 12 improvements that target both shader authoring and the runtime plumbing behind modern engines.

Microsoft has released DirectX 12 Agility SDK 1.619 as the retail package that formalizes Shader Model 6.9 and expands the “shipping-ready” surface area for several Direct3D 12 features.

Microsoft has confirmed most of DirectX 12's improvements will be available on existing gaming hardware, but there's more to come at GDC. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in ...

Which should make devs a little bit happier.

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