Retrieval Development Update: NVIDIA RTX Partnership and New Features

As we continue to refine and expand Retrieval, we're excited to announce our partnership with NVIDIA and share the latest features and improvements our team has been working on. This update focuses on groundbreaking technical advancements while maintaining the intense psychological horror experience that players have come to expect.

NVIDIA RTX Partnership

We're thrilled to announce our partnership with NVIDIA to bring cutting-edge ray tracing technology to Retrieval. The centerpiece of this collaboration is the implementation of NVIDIA RTX Dynamic Illumination (RTXDI), which brings unprecedented lighting quality to our game's environments.

RTXDI determines the most important light samples to cast physically accurate, immersive, and highly detailed ray-traced shadows, while maintaining optimal performance thanks to its innovative design. In the creepy, dilapidated base where players fight for survival, this ray tracing technique cranks atmosphere and immersion to 11, delivering the definitive horror experience.

Technical Improvements

Our technical team has been hard at work implementing new features and optimizations:

• NVIDIA RTX Dynamic Illumination (RTXDI) for superior lighting and shadows
• Enhanced ray-tracing effects for more realistic environmental interaction
• Improved DLSS and FSR support for better performance
• Reduced loading times and memory usage
• New graphics options for better customization

New Gameplay Features

We've been listening to player feedback and have implemented several new gameplay mechanics:

• Enhanced stealth system with improved AI detection and hiding mechanics
• New environmental interaction options for more diverse puzzle solutions
• Expanded inventory system with more tactical options
• Additional narrative paths that unlock based on player choices

Quality of Life Updates

We've also focused on improving the overall player experience:

• Refined save system with more frequent autosave points
• Updated UI with better information display
• Additional accessibility options
• Expanded controller support and customization

Future Games Show Preview

We'll be showcasing these new features, particularly our RTXDI implementation, at the Future Games Show on August 21st. Tune in to see how these technical advancements enhance the atmospheric horror of Retrieval.

Community Feedback

Many of these improvements come directly from player feedback. We're grateful for our active community and their continued support in making Retrieval better. We'll continue to monitor feedback and make adjustments as needed.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, we have several exciting features in development:

• Additional ray tracing features and optimizations
• New game modes that will challenge experienced players
• Additional story content exploring the game's universe
• More customization options for player preferences
• Continued performance optimizations and bug fixes

These updates will be rolling out in the coming weeks, and we'll provide detailed patch notes as they become available. Thank you for your continued support of Retrieval!