Black Ice Studios, developer of tactical FPS Ashes of Mankind: Citadels, has announced a collaboration with Intel Gaming to integrate XeSS 2, Intel’s next-generation upscaling technology.
This partnership makes the game one of the first to adopt XeSS 2, which aims to improve performance and image quality for players using Intel Arc GPUs.
In addition to technology integration, the collaboration will include exclusive in-game content and community events. The game’s closed beta is scheduled for early 2025 and will give players a chance to experience the dystopian world and tactical gameplay.
Source: Ashes of MankindWhat is Ash of Mankind?
Ashes of Mankind: Citadels is a tactical first-person shooter (FPS) set in a dystopian sci-fi world. Players explore a competitive Player vs. Player vs. Environment (PvPvE) environment as they engage in extraction-based missions where teamwork and strategy are critical to success.
Developed by Black Ice Studios, the game incorporates a modular loadout system that allows players to customize their loadout, allowing for a variety of play styles and strategic depth. The title also emphasizes realistic combat mechanics, appealing to fans of tactical and immersive FPS games.
The game is in development for release on platforms such as Ultra, Epic Games Store, Razer Cortex, and GeForce Now. Blockchain integration gives players access to specific features and a potential token-based economy, distinguishing it from more traditional titles.
Source: Intel GamingWhat can we expect from this partnership?
In collaboration with Intel Gaming, Ashes of Mankind introduces XeSS 2 technology, making it one of the first games to implement Intel’s latest GPU enhancements. XeSS 2, which includes features such as Frame Generation (XeFG) and Low Latency (XeLL), aims to improve frame rates, responsiveness, and visual quality without consuming extensive system resources.
Intel Arc GPU users will benefit the most from this integration, resulting in smoother gameplay and better performance. The partnership also includes events such as exclusive in-game content for players and community giveaways, including early access passes to the game. These efforts aim to build excitement ahead of the game’s closed beta, scheduled for early 2025.
Players interested in participating will soon be able to register through the official game website, and backers of the game’s Kickstarter campaign will be able to gain access based on the tier of their choice.