{"id":4689,"date":"2026-09-17T22:40:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T22:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/2026\/09\/17\/cute-critters-come-to-the-cloud-aniimo-launches-on-geforce-now\/"},"modified":"2026-09-17T22:40:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T22:40:00","slug":"cute-critters-come-to-the-cloud-aniimo-launches-on-geforce-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/2026\/09\/17\/cute-critters-come-to-the-cloud-aniimo-launches-on-geforce-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Cute Critters Come to the Cloud: \u2018Aniimo\u2019 Launches on GeForce NOW"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span>A new creature-catching adventure is ready to stream from the cloud this week. Pawprint Studio\u2019s <\/span><i><span>Aniimo<\/span><\/i><span> arrives on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/en-us\/geforce-now\/?ncid=pa-srch-goog-673352&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=24109411186&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD4XAoFU8ggWk_ctIMbhcvIsRyJpn&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwh4TVBhCWARIsAG0czmpnuXeOukbuTNygy2VzBtR3O7EIei492KMT7sDRCIKviJ0yAbJtl_saAl6AEALw_wcB\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>GeForce NOW<\/span><\/a><span> at launch, inviting gamers to explore the vibrant continent of Idyll across supported devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Also this week, <\/span><i><span>007 First Light<\/span><\/i><span> receives a path-tracing update on GeForce NOW, alongside a smashing limited-time Deluxe Edition sale on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/3768760\/007_First_Light\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span> and <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.epicgames.com\/p\/007-first-light-182cea?lang=en-US\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Epic Games Store<\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Gaijin Network\u2019s fractured-multiverse action game <\/span><i><span>Active Matter<\/span><\/i><span> and Annapurna Interactive\u2019s acclaimed space mystery <\/span><i><span>Outer Wilds<\/span><\/i><span> are also among 11 new titles <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/en-us\/geforce-now\/games\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>joining the cloud<\/span><\/a><span> this week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Explore Idyll With the Cutest Companions<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p><span>The path to Idyll begins now. <\/span><i><span>Aniimo<\/span><\/i><span> is a free-to-play, open-world creature-catching role-playing game where every creature encountered can become a companion. Catch Aniimo with Aniipods, then Twine with them to take on their form and use unique skills to solve puzzles, win battles and overcome challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Glide, dive and burrow across Idyll, then return to a personal RV to build a warm, interactive Homeland alongside Aniimo companions. Stream Aniimo on a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/blog\/geforce-now-thursday-steam-deck-geforce-now\/\"><span>Steam Deck<\/span><\/a><span>, in the newly supported <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/blog\/geforce-now-thursday-firefox\/\"><span>Firefox browser <\/span><\/a><span>and across any other supported devices \u2014 without waiting through its 45GB download or making room in local storage. There\u2019s always room in the Homeland for one more Aniimo.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Choose Your Path<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_98342\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-98342\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/007_First_Light_GeForce_NOW_September_17_2026.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-98342\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/007_First_Light_GeForce_NOW_September_17_2026-1680x840.jpg\" alt=\"007 First Light on GeForce NOW\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-98342\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Licensed to render.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span>In the critically acclaimed, multimillion-selling<\/span> <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ioi.dk\/007firstlightgame\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span>007 First Light<\/span><\/i><\/a><span>, follow James Bond as a young, resourceful and sometimes reckless recruit in MI6\u2019s training program, and discover a reimagined origin story of the world\u2019s most famous spy. Incorporating IO Interactive\u2019s signature stealth gameplay with world-class Bond action, players can embark on missions in breathtaking locations around the globe, drive iconic vehicles and dive into a cinematic adventure in pursuit of a rogue agent who\u2019s always one step ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Path tracing has now <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/en-us\/geforce\/news\/007-first-light-path-tracing-dlss-4-5-ray-reconstruction-update-out-now\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>been added<\/span><\/a><span> to <\/span><i><span>007 First Light<\/span><\/i><span>, introducing extra-detailed lighting, shadows and reflections, making its levels and set pieces even more cinematic, immersive and realistic. And NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction ensures the fidelity, clarity and accuracy of these additions are at their absolute best.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/en-us\/geforce-now\/premium-memberships\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Ultimate members<\/span><\/a><span> can stream with GeForce RTX 5080-class performance, with up to 5K high dynamic range and cinematic-quality streaming. DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution and Dynamic Frame Generation accelerate frame rates and enhance image quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>A limited-time opportunity awaits: the <\/span><i><span>007 First Light Deluxe Edition<\/span><\/i><span> is on sale on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/3768760\/007_First_Light\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span> from Sept. 15-29 and on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.epicgames.com\/p\/007-first-light-182cea?lang=en-US\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Epic Games Store<\/span><\/a><span> from Sept. 3-18. The mission is on sale. The getaway car is in the cloud.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Matter of Time<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p><span>Gaijin\u2019s <\/span><i><span>Active Matter<\/span><\/i><span>, a realistic military shooter set in a fractured multiverse, has launched on GeForce NOW. As an operative stuck in a time loop, join dangerous raids for loot or intense player vs. player battles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Fight against rivals from other timelines, survive physics-breaking anomalies and try to stay alive. Harvest active matter, gather loot and extract to a safe place before the whole zone ceases to exist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Ultimate members can take on each raid with GeForce RTX 5080-class performance in the cloud, delivering high frame rates, advanced graphics features and low latency across supported devices. The zone won\u2019t wait \u2014 and neither does the next loop.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Let\u2019s Get Loopy<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_98343\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-98343\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Outer_Wilds_GeForce_NOW_September_17_2026.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-98343\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Outer_Wilds_GeForce_NOW_September_17_2026-1680x840.jpg\" alt=\"Outer Wilds on GeForce NOW\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-98343\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Every loop holds another secret.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><i><span>Outer Wilds<\/span><\/i><span> joins the GeForce NOW library this week. As the newest recruit of Outer Wilds Ventures, search for answers across a strange, ever-changing solar system trapped in an endless time loop. Gamers can trace mysterious signals, decipher alien writing and discover hidden locations before an underground city is swallowed by sand or a planet crumbles beneath their feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>There\u2019s even more to stream this week:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span>Active Matter <\/span><\/i><span>(New release on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/2887580\/Active_Matter\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span> and <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/activematter.game\/?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Gaijin<\/span><\/a><span>, Sept. 15)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>Aniimo <\/span><\/i><span>(New release on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/4126040\/Aniimo\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>, Sept. 15)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>RuneScape: Dragonwilds <\/span><\/i><span>(New release on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/games\/store\/runescape-dragonwilds\/9p402rwr63h4?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Xbox<\/span><\/a><span>, Sept. 15, available on Game Pass)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>Train Sim World 7 <\/span><\/i><span>(New release on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/4678800\/Train_Sim_World_7\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>, Sept. 15)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>The Guild 1 Remake: Europa 1410 <\/span><\/i><span>(New release on <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/2977260\/The_Guild_1_Remake_Europa_1410\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>, Sept. 17)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>The Blood of Dawnwalker <\/span><\/i><span>(<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gog.com\/game\/the_blood_of_dawnwalker?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>GOG.com<\/span><\/a><span>)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>Mixtape <\/span><\/i><span>(<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/2582320?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>Neon White <\/span><\/i><span>(<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/1533420?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>Outer Wilds<\/span><\/i><span> (<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/753640\/Outer_Wilds\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>Stray<\/span><\/i><span> (<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/1332010?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span>What Remains of Edith Finch<\/span><\/i><span> (<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/501300?utm_source=nvidia&amp;utm_campaign=geforce_now\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Steam<\/span><\/a><span>)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Dates listed above reflect when games are released on their respective stores. GeForce NOW availability may vary, as games are onboarded after they\u2019re released and added throughout the week. Keep an eye on GeForce NOW channels and GFN Thursdays for availability updates to announced titles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Ready to take this week\u2019s new games for a spin? Start with a<\/span> <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/en-us\/geforce-now\/?ncid=pa-srch-goog-673352&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=24109411186&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD4XAoGPVGKakiCteqkRtoF1Q-KSI&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjws_DTBhB_EiwAXZknGUBjXpM5vNQvnwLXUGilFsIHBSkbKPfllg7RGpFFuQZv2GFityJC6BoCq8MQAvD_BwE\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>day pass<\/span><\/a><span> to try premium cloud gaming before committing to a membership. Even better, the cost of the day pass can be applied toward a first monthly membership \u2014 making it easy to level up with GeForce RTX-powered cloud gaming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>What\u2019s on the playlist this weekend? Let us know on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/NVIDIAGFN?lang=en\" rel=\"noopener\">X<\/a> or in the comments below.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>https:\/\/blogs.nvidia.com\/blog\/geforce-now-thursday-aniimo\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":4690,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4689"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4689"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4689\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4690"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4689"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4689"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salarydistribution.com\/machine-learning\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4689"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}