Intel is turning up the heat in the graphics space with a new driver update designed to dramatically cut game loading times across a wide range of Intel Arc GPUs and integrated graphics. If you’re tired of staring at loading screens, Intel’s latest performance push is aimed directly at making games boot up and transition faster, especially on newer Arc hardware.
According to Intel’s own performance claims, average loading times can be roughly twice as fast on the Intel Arc B390 integrated GPU and the Intel Arc B580. Intel also says owners of the older Intel Arc 140V could see average loading times improve by as much as three times compared to previous behavior, suggesting the update is not limited only to brand-new products.
A standout example Intel highlights is God of War Ragnarök, which is said to load up to 37 times faster than before on an Intel Arc B390. That’s an eye-catching jump that, if it holds true in real-world use, could significantly change how quickly players can get into the action. Not every title sees extreme gains, though. Intel points to Cyberpunk 2077 as another example, where loading is described as “only” about 30% faster on an Arc B580—still a meaningful improvement, but a reminder that results will vary depending on the game, system configuration, and storage setup.
The updated driver is available for a large list of Intel Arc desktop, laptop, and integrated GPUs, including:
Intel Arc B570 and Arc B580
Intel Arc A310 and Arc A380
Intel Arc A580
Intel Arc A750 and Arc A770
Intel Arc B370 and Arc B390
Intel Arc 130V and Arc 140V
Intel Arc 130T and Arc 140T
Intel Arc A350M and Arc A370M
Intel Arc A530M, Arc A550M, Arc A570M
Intel Arc A730M and Arc A770M
For gamers using Intel Arc graphics, this driver update could be one of the more noticeable quality-of-life upgrades, since faster load times impact every session, not just peak frame rates. If your system is supported, updating your Intel Arc drivers may be an easy way to make your favorite games feel snappier—especially in titles known for lengthy initial loads and frequent fast-travel transitions.
