Tech Focus: What Is VRS And Is It A Next-Gen Game-Changer? Variable Rate Shading Analysis!

Tech Focus: What Is VRS And Is It A Next-Gen Game-Changer? Variable Rate Shading Analysis!

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We're going to be hearing a LOT about variable rate shading as we transition into the next generation console era. But what is it? What are its strengths and weaknesses? Is it really a game-changer in terms of more efficient graphics rendering? Alex Battaglia assesses the technology based on two games we've seen using it so far... and talks about how it could be used in future.

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