This new Steam feature exposes AI frame generation in games
This new in-game overlay performance monitor is currently in beta, and it can detect if any game is using frame generation or not. Here is everything you need to know and how to get it on your PC right now.
Expanded performance metrics: The new overlay tracks more than just FPS; it shows CPU and GPU utilisation, clock speeds, temperature, and memory usage. Graphs are also available for frame rate monitoring.
Frame generation detection: The in-game overlay can detect and inform the user if the game is using frame generation tech like DLSS, FSR, or XeSS. So, gamers can know if the smooth frame rates are due to the raw performance of the system or not.
Customizability: You can customise the look of the overlays easily from the settings. The overlay position, text contrast, and background opacity can be adjusted for better visibility. This is the same popular performance monitor from Steam Deck, and soon it will be available for Linux and SteamOS.
First, you need to upgrade the Steam client to the beta version by selecting "Steam Beta Update" in Client Beta Participation under Interface settings. The client automatically downloads and installs the beta update, and then you can follow the steps below. Select the In-Game tab and scroll to locate the 'Overlay performance monitor'. Select the "Show performance monitor" drop-down and choose the position for the overlay. Finally, click the "Performance detail level" drop-down and select the desired option.
This new in-game overlay by Valve is a nice upgrade since not everyone can go through the hassle of setting up Afterburner or Rivatuner. And Windows' Game Bar performance overlay is buggy and unreliable.
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