GeForce NOW at CES: Thursday Updates
NVIDIA is wrapping up a big week at the CES trade show with a set of GeForce NOW announcements that are bringing more ways to play and more games to the cloud.
From new native apps for Linux and Amazon Fire TV streaming sticks to hands-on throttle-and-stick (HOTAS) support for simulation fans and a new single sign-on option, GeForce NOW is expanding across devices and making it easier to jump straight into gameplay.
Topping it off,a new wave of AAA titles – including IO Interactive’s 007 First Light,Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem and Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert – is gearing up to join the geforce NOW library for high-fidelity,low-latency streaming across the globe.
Get ready with the six new games available to stream this week.
Leveling Up Where Gamers Play
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A new native GeForce NOW app is launching in beta for Linux, starting with Ubuntu 24.04 and later. This answers a long-standing request from the gaming community, turning compatible systems into RTX-powered gaming rigs that can stream at up to 5K resolution and 120 frames per second (fps) or 1080p 360 fps. With rendering handled in the cloud, Linux gamers can tap into ray tracing, NVIDIA DLSS and other RTX features without needing a local, high-end GPU.
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Battle.net single sign-on recently joined the service, letting members jump straight into supported titles without juggling extra credentials each time. And coming soon early this year, Gaijin.net integration will make takeoff even smoother - one simple sign-on connects more game libraries across devices.
Fewer passwords and pop-ups mean more time playing – whether on a desktop, laptop, handheld device or TV.
Next Up in the Cloud
A new wave of AAA titles is headed to GeForce NOW, bringing spies, survivors and freeswords to the cloud for members to stream across their favorite devices. The games each bring a distinct flavour – from stealthy espionage to nerve-shredding horror and gritty fantasy combat – and they’re all gearing up to join an already-stacked GeForce NOW library when they launch on PC.
NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW cloud gaming service expanded its library on January 18, 2026, with the addition of Crimson Desert, Road to Guangdong, and several other titles, offering gamers access to high-performance gaming on a variety of devices.
What is GeForce NOW?
GeForce NOW is a cloud gaming service that allows users to stream video games to PCs,Macs,smartphones,and tablets without needing to download or install them locally. It leverages NVIDIA’s data centers and graphics processing units (GPUs) to render games, sending the video stream to the player’s device.
The service operates on a tiered subscription model, offering different levels of access and performance. GeForce NOW Priority and Ultimate tiers provide access to RTX ON-enabled games, delivering higher frame rates and visual fidelity. NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW page details the subscription options and features.
As of January 18, 2026, GeForce NOW supports over 1,800 games from various digital storefronts, including Steam, epic Games Store, and Ubisoft Connect. The full list of supported games is available on NVIDIA’s website.
Crimson Desert Joins the GeForce NOW lineup
Crimson Desert, developed by Pearl Abyss, is now available to stream on GeForce NOW. This open-world action adventure game is known for its expansive environments, cinematic combat, and detailed character customization.
The game features a dynamic combat system focused on combos and strategic positioning. Players explore a vast, war-torn world, engaging in both large-scale battles and intimate, story-driven moments. Pearl Abyss’ official Crimson Desert website provides details on the game’s features and story.
The addition of crimson Desert to GeForce NOW allows players with compatible hardware to experience the game’s demanding graphics without requiring a high-end gaming PC. NVIDIA highlighted the game’s visual fidelity in a blog post on January 18, 2026, showcasing gameplay footage.
Other New Additions to GeForce NOW
Alongside Crimson desert, GeForce NOW also added Road to Guangdong, a cooperative trucking simulator, and several other titles.
- Road to Guangdong: A cooperative trucking simulator where players manage a trucking company and deliver goods across Guangdong province in China.
- Greyhill Incident: A tactical,turn-based combat game set in a mysterious alien invasion.
- Kingdom Come: deliverance: A realistic medieval RPG set in Bohemia.
- Super People: A battle royale game with unique character classes and abilities.
Thes additions broaden the range of games available on GeForce NOW, catering to diverse player preferences. NVIDIA’s “New Games” page lists the moast recent additions to the service.
Availability and Platform Support
GeForce NOW is available on a wide range of devices, including:
- PCs (windows and macOS)
- Smartphones and Tablets (android and iOS)
- NVIDIA SHIELD TV
- Select Smart TVs (LG, Samsung)
The service requires a stable internet connection of at least 15 Mbps for 720p streaming and 25 Mbps for 1080p streaming. NVIDIA’s system requirements page details the minimum and recommended specifications for optimal performance.