Howard praises DLSS 5 in Starfield amid mixed reception

NVIDIA's DLSS 5, set to arrive on RTX 50-series this fall, has sparked backlash for reportedly AI-driven facial tweaks in games, but Bethesda's Todd Howard says DLSS 5 “brought Starfield to life” when tested. The tech is said to enhance lighting and environment without altering textures, though critics warn it can homogenize NPC appearances into an uncanny look. Digital Foundry notes it doesn’t touch game assets, while developers can tweak DLSS 5 per title, leaving its broad adoption still uncertain.