NVIDIA has launched its latest Game Ready driver, version 576.02, coinciding with the release of the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti. This update not only introduces support for the new graphics card but also addresses a significant number of bugs that have plagued users of the RTX 40 and 50 series. The driver is essential for optimal performance and stability, particularly for gamers utilizing DLSS 4 technology.
Key Takeaways
- Driver Version: 576.02 is required for RTX 5060 Ti users.
- Bug Fixes: Over 40 issues resolved, including black screen and crashing problems.
- New Features: Support for DLSS 4 and 19 new G-SYNC compatible displays.
- Performance Enhancements: Optimizations for several popular games.
Overview of the New Driver
The GeForce Game Ready driver 576.02 is a crucial update for anyone looking to utilize the new RTX 5060 Ti, which is priced starting at $379. This driver is designed to enhance gaming performance and stability, particularly for titles that leverage Nvidia’s DLSS 4 technology, which includes Multi Frame Generation (MFG).
Major Bug Fixes
Nvidia’s latest driver addresses a wide array of issues that have affected users, particularly those with RTX 50 series GPUs. Here are some of the notable fixes:
- Gaming Bugs:
- [Fortnite] random crashes during gameplay [5171520]
- [The First Berserker: Khazan] DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_REMOVED Crash [5195216]
- [Star Wars Outlaws] Application will freeze after leaving the game idle for 5+ minutes [5191099]
- Game stability issues when playing games with DLSS Frame Generation + GSYNC [5144337]
- [Monster Hunter Wilds] Crash after accepting quest with DLSS-FG Enabled [5087795]
- [InZOI] Game crashes with error “GPU crashed or D3D Device Removed” [5154864]
- [Overwatch 2] Stutter when using VSYNC [5171856]
- [Hellblade 2 Senua’s Saga] Increased aliasing when using TSR [5125662]
- [Hellblade 2 Senua’s Saga] Crashing when using Smooth Motion [5209772]
- [The Last of Us Part 1] Crash when using Smooth Motion [5208799]
- Dithering/banding in some games on RTX 50-series GPUs [5121715]
- [Control] Flickering corruption in multiple areas [5118876]
- Stutter when using VSYNC [5202703][5202474]
- VSYNC in NVCP + frame generation causes issues in DLSS 4 games [5124816]
- [UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection] Artifacts on screen when collecting treasures [5158954]
- General Bugs:
- Stability issues when using Windows 11 24H2 [5160948]
- Bugcheck w/ PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA (50) when playing games with DLSS 4 multi-frame generation [5144337]
- [RTX 50 series] GPUs crashes with black screen/underflow [5160845]
- [RTX 50 series] Random Black Screen issues [5090505]
- General system stability issues [4921925]
- [RTX 50 series] System hard hang with 572.16 driver loaded [5107271]
- Compute Shader related tests are failing due to “error” [4894179]
- [HWBU][DT GB202/203][LG 27GN950 Specific]: Display blacked out when applying 120 Hz refresh rate [5044229]
- PC display will not wake after extended sleep time [5131052]
- Two DP output of the RTX5090 will blue screen when trying to watch protected videos [5167145]
- Black screen issue when testing 3D mark with driver 572.02 and 572.16 [5095825]
- Primary Blank display showing blank after hot plug the display in daisy chain [4978206]
- Display shows blank screen on setting RR 165/200 Hz when daisy chain is enabled. [5049227]
- Second display showing blank when we apply higher RR for second display when displays connected in daisy chain [4956573]
- Primary monitor (AOROUS FO32U2P) goes blank when we HPD/power cycle second display in Daisy chain. [5075448]
- GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs crashes with black screen when playing graphically demanding games [5098914]
- RTX 50 series displays blank screens on LG 5k2k 45GX950A-B when running in DisplayPort 2.1 mode w/ HDR [5192671]
- Black screen on installing drivers and booting into Windows [5153642]
- DP2.1 – UHBR10/13.5 link rates are unstable on LGE 27GX790A-B [5080789]
- Multiple users reporting black screen issue when disable the “FCH Spread Spectrum” settings [5204493]
- [RTX 50 series] Slightly higher DPC latency may be observed on some system configuration [5168553]
- [RTX 50 series] Varjo Aero VR headset may fail to establish connection [5117518]
- Changing state of “Display GPU Activity Icon in Notification Area” does not take effect until PC is rebooted [4995658]
- [RTX 50 series] Display may show black screen when selecting DLDSR resolution [5144768]
- [Octanebench] Performance regression [3523803]
- [DaVinci Resolve] UI overlay in Fusion page is not displayed correctly [4974721]
New Features and Support
In addition to bug fixes, the 576.02 driver introduces several new features:
- DLSS 4 Support: Enhancements for games like Black Myth: Wukong and No More Room in Hell 2, allowing for significant performance boosts.
- G-SYNC Compatibility: Support for 19 new G-SYNC compatible monitors, enhancing the gaming experience with smoother visuals.
- Optimal Playable Settings: New profiles for six additional games, allowing for one-click performance optimizations.
Conclusion
The release of the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and the accompanying Game Ready driver 576.02 marks a significant step forward for Nvidia, particularly in addressing the stability issues that have affected its recent GPU lineup. Gamers are encouraged to download this driver to ensure they are getting the best performance and experience from their new hardware. With extensive bug fixes and new features, this update is a must-have for any Nvidia user.
Via NVIDIA
