NVIDIA PhysX Performance Patch

[ztorm]

I just installed patch 1.02 and launched a new game but I don't see any new features : I simply can't turn Advanced PhysX Effects on in the options menu !

I'm using 2x GTX 285s (182.50).

[B.F.]

Advanced PhysX Effects works only under Windows Vista or higher.

[JuggernautOfWar]

Yes the new effects are only noticeable with Windows Vista or Windows 7 (which is free).

[ztorm]

Thanks, that's a rather stupid fact I had overlooked - but incidentally, I'm in Vista (x64). :/

(BTW, why on Earth does one need Vista/7 to get bloody PhysX effects nowadays ?) :confused:
Edit: only Nike-It's post mentions Vista, not the changelog. :neutral:

[JuggernautOfWar]

nZone.com states you need to use DirecX10 which is Vista or 7 only.

[ztorm]

Thanks, problem solved : Advanced Effects require Shader Model 4.0 :rolleyes: hence the need for DX10, I suppose.

Are there any new effects to look after in Dream or Forest levels ??