Nvidia GeForce Now is a cloud service that connects various PC game stores to stream them over the Internet. It works in a similar way to platforms like Xbox Cloud Gaming from Game Pass or the missing Google Stadia. It is available in 30 countries, including the United States, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom.
One of the main qualities of GeForce Now is that it has the ability to stream games in 4K resolution at 120 fps. Of course, to achieve this performance you must have a solid Internet connection speed to guarantee the fluidity necessary to maintain the frame rate per second.
To make the system stable, Nvidia has more than 20 data centers located around the world, allowing you to access the server that is closest to you. Additionally, depending on the plan you purchase, the game will run on a server with a better graphics card.
So that you know this service in depth, we analyze the plans offered by GeForce Now, the devices that are compatible and what games it offers and more. This way you will know if the platform adapts to your needs.
How much does Nvidia GeForce Now cost?
In order to use Nvidia GeForce Now, you can register for free on its website. This way you will have access to the server, where you can play for one hour a day. However, you may have to queue to access the game. In some cases, it may take more than half an hour to run the video game.
If you don’t want to depend on this, you can sign up for a paid Nvidia GeForce Now plan. There are the following;
– Priority: It allows you to play up to six hours per day and gives you preference to enter the server, so you won’t have to wait to start playing. It should be noted that the games run on a server with an RTX graphics card with ray-tracing activated.
As for performance, the best you’ll get is Full HD (1080p) resolution at 60 fps. This subscription is priced at €9.99 per month, or you can pay six months for a cost of €49.99.
–Ultimate: It is the best subscription, because the server has an RTX 4080 graphics card. This allows you to see the games with next-gen quality, since both the ray-tracing, the details and the performance are top-notch. The video games will run in 4K resolution, reaching up to 120 fps.
You will be able to play as much as you want without any interruption and the server will be enabled immediately. The monthly price is €19.99 and the amount for six months is €99.99.
Games available on GeForce Now
GeForce Now does not have a game catalog as such. This service allows you to play digital PC video games that you have in your possession on a company server. To do this, you will have to log in to the game store in question and check if your games are compatible with GeForce Now.
It is important to mention that the Nvidia system works with the following stores: Steam, Epic Games, Ubisoft, Electronic Arts and GOG. These are the most important portals when it comes to video game sales, so you will have no problems finding your favorite titles.
Technical requirements to use GeForce Now
The internet connection speed you will need depends on the resolution and fps at which the game will run. With this in mind, you’ll need at least 15 Mbps for titles that are in HD (720p) at 60 fps and 25 Mbps for Full HD (1080p) at 60 fps.
To obtain a 2K resolution at 120 fps, the service recommends a 35 Mbps connection. If you want to achieve the maximum performance of 4K at 60 fps, the ideal is to have a speed of 45 Mbps.
The GeForce Now platform can run on the Nvidia TV Box and through browsers such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc. In addition, Chromebook computers are also compatible with the system, they can run it without obstacles. Likewise, it has a dedicated app for Windows and Mac.
As for mobile devices, smartphones and tablets with Android 5.0 or higher and 2 GB of RAM can access cloud servers. While iPhones and iPads will enter without problems through Safari. Some smart TVs also have access, such as LG and Samsung televisions, the latter entering the platform thanks to the support of Samsung Gaming Hub.
