DXVK 2.4 Released with Direct3D 8 Support, Native WSI Improvements
DXVK 2.4 adds Direct3D 8 support to existing 9, 10, and 11 support over Vulkan. Enhancements include WSI integration, refresh rate emulation, bug fixes, and optimizations for specific games, improving Linux gaming. Find the update on GitHub.
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DXVK 2.4 has been released, adding support for Direct3D 8 alongside existing support for Direct3D 9, 10, and 11 APIs over Vulkan. This implementation is crucial for running Windows games on Linux through Steam Play (Proton). The update also includes improvements in native windowing system integration (WSI), non-native refresh rate emulation, bug fixes, and specific enhancements benefiting games like The Sims 2, Battlefield 2142, Fallout 4, Guild Wars 2, and Star Citizen. DXVK 2.4 aims to enhance the gaming experience on Linux by providing better compatibility and performance for a variety of titles. Users can find more information and download the latest release on GitHub.
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