At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, NVIDIA revealed multiple major upgrades for its cloud gaming service GeForce NOW, including native Linux and Fire TV apps, new flight controls, and more.
One of the most significant updates announced at the annual technology event was the arrival of native applications for Amazon Fire TV devices. A native app for Amazon’s Fire TV sticks is set to launch this year. This addition turns compact streaming hardware into a portal for cloud gaming, enabling play on large screens with a standard gamepad.
Linux users will also soon gain access to a dedicated GeForce NOW app, beginning with distributions built on Ubuntu 24.04 or later. This brings streaming access to RTX-level gaming on systems that previously lacked an official client, allowing players to enjoy high frame rates and advanced graphics without local high-end GPUs.
Beyond new platforms, NVIDIA is also enhancing play experiences with broader support for input devices. Players who enjoy flight simulation games can expect full support for physical flight controls such as joysticks and throttles from well-known brands. This capability brings more immersion and precision to cloud-streamed simulation titles.
The update builds on an existing foundation powered by NVIDIA’s Blackwell RTX architecture. Ultimate members of GeForce NOW already benefit from RTX 5080-class cloud performance, delivering streaming at up to 5K resolution at 120 frames per second and up to 360 frames per second at 1080p with ultralow latency.
CES 2026 also brought news of fresh additions to the GeForce NOW game library. NVIDIA confirmed that several highly anticipated AAA titles will be available in the cloud when they launch on PC. Blockbuster releases like 007 First Light from IO Interactive, and Resident Evil Requiem from Capcom are among the new games streaming via the service.
In addition to new platforms and game support, NVIDIA is simplifying the login process with expanded single sign-on options. Players will now be able to connect popular accounts such as Battle.net directly, which speeds up access to games and reduces friction when launching cloud sessions.
Support for additional publishers is expected to roll out in the coming months.
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