Nvidia Unveils Major GeForce Now Updates: Linux App, Fire TV Integration, and Enhanced VR Streaming
Nvidia has announced and released several significant updates for its GeForce Now cloud gaming service. These enhancements include a native beta application for Linux, upcoming integration for Amazon Fire TV devices, and enhanced support for flight controls. The service is also expanding its account sign-in options, game catalog, and VR streaming capabilities, with some announcements occurring at the GDC 2026 conference.
Linux Application
Nvidia has released a beta version of its native GeForce Now application for Linux, an offering initially announced at CES. The application is distributed as a 12MB .bin file, with official support provided for Ubuntu 24.04 and newer distributions. Nvidia plans to extend formal support to additional Linux distributions following continued testing and notes that Flatpak installation is also supported. Prior to this release, Linux users had developed custom methods, including adapting the Steam Deck version of GeForce Now, to access the service.
The native Linux application is designed for PCs and notebooks, aiming to deliver an experience consistent with existing GeForce Now apps on Windows and macOS, supporting resolutions up to 5K at 120 frames per second.
The beta version currently omits features such as HDR, support for racing wheels and flight controls, and video recording.
Amazon Fire TV Integration
A native GeForce Now application for Amazon Fire TV devices is scheduled to launch early this year. This application will be compatible with Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and 4K Max, enabling users to stream PC games to their televisions using a controller.
Flight Control Support
GeForce Now will introduce full flight control support for devices manufactured by Thrustmaster and Logitech. This integration will allow users to connect peripherals such as joysticks and yokes, making them functional within games streamed via the service, including titles like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
Account Sign-in and Game Discoverability
Automatic sign-in for Battle.net accounts is being enabled, with support for Gaijin.net accounts to follow. In April, single sign-on capabilities will be extended to GOG.com accounts. Additionally, GeForce Now will receive in-app labels to indicate games available through Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+ subscriptions, a feature intended to improve game discoverability and allow direct launching from the NVIDIA application.
Game Additions
The GeForce Now service, which currently offers over 4,000 games, is expanding its catalog with five new titles. Additional Xbox games are being added to the Install-to-Play list, including Brutal Legend, Quantum Break, and Contrast.
VR Streaming Enhancements
Starting March 29, GeForce Now Ultimate subscribers will be able to stream VR games at 90 frames per second (FPS), an increase from the previous maximum of 60 FPS. Supported VR headsets include the Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, and Valve Index.
Service Expansion and Context
The launch of GeForce Now in India has been rescheduled to Q1 2026. The release of these new application features occurs during a period where Nvidia's PC graphics card prices have seen increases, attributed to an ongoing memory shortage, positioning GeForce Now as an alternative for game streaming. The service requires a sufficiently fast internet connection. Subscription options range from $9.99 to $19.99 per month, and a free, ad-supported tier is also offered, though sessions on this tier are restricted to one hour.