Nvidia has recently introduced what it describes as its “biggest launch in GeForce Now RTX history.” The highlight of this upgrade is the availability of RTX 5080-level performance on the Ultimate subscription. This announcement coincides with the testing of Blackwell hardware on some GeForce Now servers. While some initial notes had hinted at a less advanced GPU, Nvidia has now confirmed the use of high-end RTX 50-series performance, boasting three times the TFLOPS of the PS5 Pro.

This service, however, will initially only be available for a limited number of games, with promises from Nvidia that “additional RTX 5080-enabled games will roll out weekly.”

Moreover, the upgrade will not incur any extra costs; the GeForce Now Ultimate subscription retains its price of $19.99 per month. In a market increasingly rife with additional payments, this comes as positive news—especially amid recent limitations on game time.

Alongside the performance improvements, a feature named Install-to-Play is set to enhance game access by allowing gamers to quickly download and install titles, simulating the experience of local gaming. Only specific titles listed by developers will have this functionality.

Additionally, GeForce Now might also unveil a new Cinematic Quality Streaming mode, featuring advanced image quality alongside high refresh rates—supporting up to 120fps at 5K resolution, 240fps at 1440p, and 360fps at 1080p. This aim is to close the gap between cloud gaming and traditional PC gaming experiences.

Overall, Nvidia is positioning itself to make GeForce Now feel increasingly like a gamer’s local PC, focusing on delivering high-quality gameplay, low latency, and a growing library of supported titles.