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Cross-platform upscaling middleware

Create an open-source alternative to DLSS that works across GPUs. For game devs needing accessible performance boosts.

Why now

Nvidia's dominance in neural rendering creates demand for vendor-neutral solutions as AMD/Intel gain market share.

Who for
Indie game developers
Business model
Consulting
Effort
A few months

Small studios can't afford proprietary upscaling tech licenses. A Vulkan/WebGPU implementation would let more games use AI-enhanced graphics.

Package as an easy-to-integrate SDK with preset configurations. Monetize through consulting for custom implementations.

Start with basic spatial upscaling. Risk: Requires ongoing optimization to match closed-source solutions.

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