DirectX 11.1 - Windows 8 Only

RCoon · Nov 15, 2012, 09:19 AM

http://www.engadget.com/2012/11/13/m...indows-8-only/

Do you think they'll ever port it back to Windows 7?
And will it even remotely affect gaming on Windows 7 for the next few years anyway?

Bo$$ · Nov 15, 2012, 09:29 AM

Nope same as DX10, no effect at all, unless they've added super brand new features..

DannibusX · Nov 15, 2012, 09:41 AM

There's already a thread on this subject

Nov 15, 2012, 09:19 AM	#1
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Nov 15, 2012, 09:29 AM	#2
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