Tomorrow, the May Day holiday officially begins! Have you already made your travel plans? Considering the current rainy season and the peak holiday crowds, some friends may prefer to enjoy peace at home, with air conditioning on and playing video games. Coincidentally, Steam's latest weekly sale is now live, and here Gainward has selected a few discounted games that you shouldn't miss, along with corresponding graphics card recommendations. We hope everyone has a great time playing during the May Day holiday!
"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3"
Original Price: ¥446
Discounted Price: ¥289.9
Discount Rate: -35%
Surprisingly, "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3," which has never been discounted at previous FPS game festivals, is now on sale before May Day. After 20 installments, this series has reached a very mature level in both combat experience and weapon design, providing players with a smooth and exhilarating shooting experience. The game's third season is currently underway, with the zombie mode set to receive a major update, along with new game modes like "Dark Aether Rift" and "Dark Aether" awaiting players.
After testing, the optimization level of the game is good. With the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER Starlight Princess OC, it can achieve an average of over 100 frames per second without enabling DLSS. With DLSS 3 enabled, the frame rate can be increased by up to 55% on average.
I recommend players to use the Genshin GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Starlight Moon OC. With its pure white all-metal design and a brand-new triple-fan cooler, it can deliver an extraordinary visual and performance feast for users. It is more than capable of providing smooth gameplay for "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3".
"Lord of the Manor"
Original Price: ¥149
Discounted Price: ¥111.75
Discount Rate: 25%
For this game, a detailed review was provided yesterday, so interested players can check it out. Since the game is currently in an early access version, there are still many features that have not been implemented and will require waiting for future updates. With the current launch discount, it is still worth considering for players interested in this type of construction and management game.
In testing, all three graphics cards were able to achieve over 60 frames per second at 4K resolution without DLSS enabled. This indicates that the game's demands on the graphics cards are not particularly high.
Therefore, I recommend the Gainward GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Snowman Mini. It offers outstanding performance, ensuring smooth gameplay for the mentioned game. With its pure white color scheme and unique dual-fan design, this graphics card exudes a subtle and steady aesthetic, making it a superb addition to any PC build!
Original Price: ¥488
Discounted Price: ¥244
Discount Rate: -50%
Every work in the "Diablo" series can be considered a classic in the RPG genre. In the latest installment, "Diablo IV," players will face the rebirth of Lilith, attempting to reseal this hateful figure. In March, the game's ray tracing feature was launched, making the entire world of "Sanctuary" more vivid and detailed. Additionally, the game will receive a major update in May, bringing significant changes. According to feedback from early testers, the game will be even more engaging than before, with optimizations addressing previous shortcomings. Getting the game now will allow you to catch the latest season, experiencing the improved gameplay and new challenges.
Compared to the previous two games, "Diablo IV" has much higher requirements for graphics cards. Even the powerful GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER Aurora OC may struggle to ensure smooth gameplay at 2K resolution without DLSS enabled. However, the game supports DLSS 3, which can provide a twofold increase in frame rates for players using GeForce RTX 40 series cards.
The recommended choice here is the Gainward GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER Phoenix OC. Featuring the all-new NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD-103 core, it can reach an accelerated frequency of up to 2610MHz. With DLSS 3 enabled, achieving 120 frames at 2K resolution is achievable, and 4K resolution is also well within reach. It is definitely a must-have for high-end gamers.
"Shadow Torch City"
Original Price: ¥108 Discounted Price: ¥37.8 Discount Rate -65%
"Shadow Torch City" is an action-adventure game developed by a domestic studio, featuring a diesel punk style. It tells the story of Red, a rabbit, resisting the mechanical legion in Torch City. The game boasts exquisite graphics, smooth combat system, rich puzzle elements, and a compelling storyline. Upon release, it received high praise from major gaming media. If you are a fan of games like Castlevania in a galactic setting, then "Shadow Torch City" is definitely worth a try.
During testing, the Gainward GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Starlight Princess OC exhibited significant performance excess when playing the game, easily achieving an average of 110 frames per second at 2K resolution without enabling DLSS.
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti SnowStep by Gengsheng offers a great balance of affordability and outstanding performance. It is the ideal choice for budget-conscious gamers when playing games that do not prioritize high-quality graphics as a core element.
"Extreme Racing: Horizon 5"
Original Price: ¥248 Discounted Price: ¥124 Discount Rate -50%
In "Forza Horizon 5," players will drive over a hundred top-tier race cars, experiencing unique driving challenges brought by Mexico's changing seasons. The game not only allows you to explore the rich and colorful natural beauty of Mexico but also provides an engaging storyline and racing challenges. Additionally, you can team up with friends, participate in fun activities together, share your creative works, and enjoy endless fun. This game is definitely a masterpiece that racing game enthusiasts should not miss.
For racing simulation games, higher resolutions enhance immersion and overall experience. Therefore, testing with a 4K resolution reveals that the Gainward GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Phoenix Princess OC can run smoothly even without DLSS enabled, and with DLSS 3 activated, it can achieve a further increase of up to 50 frames.
The Gainward GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER Phantom OC is a high-performance graphics card with 16GB of VRAM and a boost clock of up to 2655MHz. With the power of this graphics card, gamers can fully immerse themselves in the realistic world of 4K racing!
Conclusion
These are the five recommended games for you before the May Day holiday. We hope you find some favorites among them. Gainward will continue to monitor the market and bring you more recommendations for high-quality games. We wish all players a happy May Day holiday, spending unforgettable moments with family and friends. Take a good rest and enjoy the entertainment. May these games bring you joy and relaxation during the holiday.
When seeking the ultimate gaming experience, players can opt for the powerful GeForce RTX 40 series graphics cards. This series features the new NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, supporting various RTX technologies including NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 and ray tracing, enhancing game visuals with greater realism and detail. Recently, NVIDIA released a beta version of their app, integrating it with GeForce Experience to create a more convenient and hassle-free GPU control center for users. While the app is currently in beta testing, GeForce Experience will continue to provide its services. Users interested in trying out the NVIDIA app beta can download it from the official website.
In addition, the GeForce RTX series graphics cards also support the latest Chat with RTX technology, allowing users to interact with customized chatbots to quickly receive tailored answers based on their inquiries.
Currently, Chat with RTX supports local deployment, which not only enhances search efficiency but also further improves user security during usage. Users can easily and quickly use data from their desktop as a dataset, connecting to various open-source large language models for fast queries related to context. Moreover, Chat with RTX supports multiple file formats, simply requiring users to specify the folder containing the target files for loading within the application.
