Samsung Electronics has introduced the world's inaugural gaming title incorporating the revolutionary High Dynamic Range (HDR) 10+ GAMING standard pioneered by HDR10+ Technologies LLC.
NEXON, the developer behind the creation, is set to reveal the game, titled "The First Descendant," at Gamescom 2023.
Unveiling as the pioneering gaming title that harnesses the full potential of the HDR10+ GAMING standard, "The First Descendant" is on the cusp of delivering an unparalleled HDR gaming experience characterized by responsiveness, precision, and seamlessness.
“We’re thrilled to join forces with NEXON, a true pioneer in video games, to introduce the world’s first HDR10+ GAMING title, ‘The First Descendant,’” said Seokwoo Jason Yong, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “This is a gaming milestone that goes beyond mere technological advancement; it represents Samsung’s continued commitment to enhance the gaming experience as technology evolves.”
HDR10+ GAMING promises gamers a superlative HDR gaming venture enhanced by intensified color, contrast, and luminance. Moreover, it showcases intricate details in both dark shadows and radiant highlights, empowering players to become fully engrossed in their gaming escapades.
The HDR10+ GAMING standard also streamlines user experience by obviating the need for intricate manual adjustments. Additionally, it facilitates enriched gameplay by ensuring minimal latency and incorporating variable refresh rate support for nearly instantaneous responses.
Hyun Kim, Executive Vice President and Deputy Head of Business Development at NEXON, emphasized the transformative potential of adopting HDR10+ GAMING, stating that it has redefined the way games come to life. The partnership between NEXON and Samsung elevates the benchmarks of HDR gaming, setting a new precedent for picture quality in video games.
The open beta test of “The First Descendant” will begin on September 19, allowing gamers around the world to experience the more realistic HDR gameplay firsthand.
