Ashes of Mankind and Intel Gaming to Introduce XeSS 2 Technology

Black Ice Studios, the developer of the tactical FPS Ashes of Mankind: Citadels, has announced a collaboration with Intel Gaming to integrate XeSS 2, Intel’s next-generation upscaling technology.

This partnership positions the game as one of the first to adopt XeSS 2, which aims to enhance performance and image quality for players using Intel Arc GPUs.

In addition to technical integration, the collaboration includes exclusive in-game content and community events. The game’s closed beta is slated for early 2025, offering players a chance to experience its dystopian world and tactical gameplay.

What is Ashes of Mankind?

Ashes of Mankind: Citadels is a tactical first-person shooter (FPS) set in a dystopian sci-fi world. Players navigate a competitive player-versus-player-versus-environment (PvPvE) landscape, engaging in extraction-based missions where teamwork and strategy are critical to success.

Developed by Black Ice Studios, the game incorporates a modular loadout system that allows players to customize their gear, enabling diverse playstyles and strategic depth. The title also emphasizes realistic combat mechanics, appealing to fans of tactical and immersive FPS games.

The game is being developed for release on platforms such as Ultra, the Epic Games Store, Razer Cortex, and GeForce Now. Its blockchain integration allows players to access certain features and potential token-based economies, distinguishing it from more traditional titles.

What to expect from this partnership?

The collaboration with Intel Gaming brings XeSS 2 technology to Ashes of Mankind, making it one of the first games to implement Intel’s latest GPU enhancements. XeSS 2, which includes features like Frame Generation (XeFG) and Low Latency (XeLL), aims to improve frame rates, responsiveness, and visual quality without requiring extensive system resources.

Intel Arc GPU users will benefit most from this integration, gaining smoother gameplay and better performance. The partnership also includes exclusive in-game content for players and events like community giveaways, including early access passes to the game. These efforts aim to build anticipation ahead of the game’s closed beta scheduled for early 2025.

Players interested in participating will soon be able to sign up via the official game website, and backers of the game’s Kickstarter campaign may gain access depending on their chosen tier.