NVIDIA has released its first Linux R620 production driver build, version 620.70.06, primarily aimed at fixing issues rather than introducing new features. The most significant fix addresses the long-standing Assassin's Creed Shadows hang, which had been affecting Linux gamers for about three months, along with resolving crashes in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and improving Wayland performance. This driver marks a shift from the aging 595 series, focusing on stabilization and addressing various bugs that have emerged in previous builds. Users are encouraged to verify compatibility with their GPUs and distributions, as this update is essential for those who have experienced related issues
NVIDIA Linux Driver 620.70.06 Launches with R620 Branch, Fixes Assassin's Creed Shadows Hang
NVIDIA released its first Linux R620 production-driver build, 620.70.06, and it's mostly here to tidy up messes rather than add features. The headline fix resolves the Assassin's Creed Shadows hang that had plagued Linux gamers for about three months. It also patches Final Fantasy VII Rebirth crashes, improves Wayland performance, and fixes a kernel crash on servers. NVIDIA says it's a sensible upgrade from the 595 series, though users should confirm GPU and distro compatibility first.
