NVIDIA has officially teased its highly anticipated next-generation GeForce RTX 50 “Blackwell” series gaming GPUs, set to debut at CES 2025. The reveal, shared via a celebratory video marking 25 years of GeForce, hints at exciting developments while celebrating the brand’s legacy.
A Global Celebration: GeForce LAN 50
Alongside the CES 2025 keynote, NVIDIA is pulling out all the stops with a global gaming festival titled GeForce LAN 50. The “50” in the name reflects the duration of the event—50 hours of nonstop gaming, bringing together players and fans from across the globe.
This milestone event underscores the imminent arrival of NVIDIA’s Blackwell GPUs, as NVIDIA once again uses its signature marketing approach. Instead of straightforward announcements, the company leaves subtle clues for the audience to decode, building anticipation for what’s to come.
It all starts now…
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A Glimpse of the Future: Blackwell Design Teased
NVIDIA also offered a potential sneak peek at the GeForce RTX 50 “Blackwell” GPU design. The teaser suggests that the next-gen GPUs may retain the dual-fan flow-through cooling design, but with a sleeker and more refined shroud compared to the RTX 40 series.
Adding to the excitement, the cinematic trailer for The Witcher IV, showcased during The Game Awards 2024, was confirmed to have been rendered on an unreleased GeForce RTX GPU from the next-gen family. The cinematic, created using Unreal Engine 5, demonstrated unparalleled graphical fidelity, offering a glimpse of the performance capabilities of the upcoming hardware.
What to Expect from RTX 50 “Blackwell” GPUs
The GeForce RTX 50 “Blackwell” GPUs are rumored to deliver significant leaps in performance, efficiency, and advanced features like ray tracing and AI-driven enhancements. For a detailed look at what these GPUs might offer, including the flagship RTX 5090 and high-performance RTX 5080, NVIDIA has shared comprehensive rumor round-ups, showcasing the potential of the upcoming lineup.
25 Years of GeForce: A Legacy of Innovation
As NVIDIA celebrates 25 years of GeForce, the brand’s impact on the gaming world is undeniable. From the groundbreaking GeForce 256 to the revolutionary RTX series, NVIDIA has continually pushed the boundaries of gaming technology.
Before we look to the future,
25 years of #GeForceGreats.
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With CES 2025 kicking off on January 9, 2025, and the GeForce LAN 50 event amplifying the excitement, all eyes are on NVIDIA as it prepares to unveil the future of gaming graphics. Don’t miss this momentous occasion, as the stars align for what promises to be an unforgettable chapter in the GeForce legacy.