NVIDIA GeForce NOW Ushers in New Era of Cloud Gaming at CES 2026
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LAS VEGAS, NV – January 6, 2026 – NVIDIA is considerably expanding the reach and capabilities of its GeForce NOW cloud gaming service, as unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026. Powered by the new NVIDIA Blackwell RTX platform and GeForce RTX 5080-class performance, GeForce NOW is delivering unprecedented streaming quality and accessibility to gamers worldwide.
Unrivaled Performance with RTX 5080
NVIDIA is now deploying servers equipped with GeForce RTX 5080 graphics cards globally for GeForce NOW Ultimate members. This upgrade enables streaming at up to 5K resolution and 120 frames per second (fps),and up to 360 fps at 1080p with NVIDIA Reflex technology,minimizing latency for competitive gameplay. A new Cinematic-Quality Streaming mode further enhances visual fidelity with improved clarity and sharpness for immersive single-player experiences.
Expanding Platform Support
GeForce NOW is breaking down barriers to access by expanding to new platforms. Key announcements include:
- Native Linux App: A native GeForce NOW app for Linux PCs, supporting Ubuntu 24.04 and later distributions, is in beta.This allows Linux users to stream high-end PC games without requiring a powerful local GPU.
- Amazon Fire TV Integration: A dedicated GeForce NOW app is coming to select Amazon Fire TV devices, including the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus (2nd Gen) and Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd gen), bringing cloud gaming to the living room.
These additions complement existing support for Windows PCs, macOS, Chromebooks, mobile devices, smart TVs, and virtual reality headsets.
enhanced Immersion for Flight Simulation Enthusiasts
Responding to community demand, GeForce NOW now supports flight controls. gamers can connect popular flight sticks and throttle systems from brands like Thrustmaster and Logitech to enhance their experience in titles like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Elite Hazardous, and War Thunder. combined with RTX 5080 performance and NVIDIA Reflex, this provides a more realistic and immersive flight simulation experience.
New Games Coming to GeForce NOW
The GeForce NOW library continues to grow with the addition of several highly anticipated AAA titles. Gamers can look forward to streaming:
- 007 First Light from IO Interactive
- Resident Evil Requiem from Capcom
- Crimson Desert from Pearl Abyss
- Active Matter from Gaijin Entertainment
These titles will be available on GeForce NOW upon their PC release, joining a vast catalog of games from Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox, and other platforms.
Streamlined Access with Single Sign-On
NVIDIA is simplifying the login process with expanded single sign-on (SSO) integrations. Building on the existing battle.net integration, Gaijin.net will soon support automatic sign-in, allowing players to quickly access games like War Thunder without repeated authentication.
Learn more about NVIDIA’s innovations at CES, running through January 9th.