Mesa 26.2.0 RC2 has been released, featuring significant updates including AV1 and H.265 Vulkan video fixes and enhanced performance for the open-source NVIDIA NVK driver. This release also introduces OpenCL 3.1 support across various drivers, along with 32-bit target capabilities via Rusticl and a consolidation of the Intel "Jay" shader backend. Targeted workarounds for specific games, like Cyberpunk 2077 and Blockland, have been implemented to improve compatibility and prevent crashes. The community anticipates the next release candidate, RC3, by July 29, with the final version expected in late July or early August

Mesa 26.2.0 RC2: NVK Closes Gap on NVIDIA, Adds OpenCL 3.1 and Video Fixes

Mesa 26.2.0 RC2 has landed, bringing a heavy batch of AV1 and H.265 Vulkan video fixes alongside a significant performance push for the open-source NVIDIA NVK driver that's narrowing the gap with proprietary stacks. Developed by Eric Engestrom with contributions from over thirty-five developers, the release also introduces OpenCL 3.1 support across multiple drivers, broad 32-bit target capabilities via Rusticl, and a consolidation of the Intel "Jay" shader backend. The update includes targeted workarounds for titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Blockland, while simultaneous releases from DXVK, D7VK, and Firefox 153 indicate a coordinated push for better Linux graphics compatibility.

Mesa 26.2.0 RC2: NVK Closes Gap on NVIDIA, Adds OpenCL 3.1 and Video Fixes @ Linux Compatible