Intel finally releases Application Optimization (APO) update adding 15 new games

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Intel finally updates APO with 15 new games


Source: Intel

Nearly a month ago, Intel promised to keep its APO program alive. However, updates have been so slow that many are now questioning whether the program still makes sense. Intel employees on Reddit confirmed that the focus has shifted toward modern CPU architectures such as Core Ultra, leaving older platforms with limited prospects. Even 12th Gen is still supported, though only through “Advanced mode.”

APO is designed to take advantage of Intel’s heterogeneous architectures, which combine Performance and Efficient cores. Some games are not optimized to use the right cores for specific tasks. Intel addresses this by creating profiles for each game that control CPU process allocation, which can deliver performance gains of 3% to 14% depending on the title.

The software is not automatic. Users must download the Dynamic Tuning framework along with the APO UI software. Once enabled, gamers can either rely on predefined profiles or switch to advanced mode for more manual control.

September 5th, 2025, update: New Intel APO games:

• 7 Days to Die
  
• Assetto Corsa
  
• Cities: Skylines
  
• Delta Force: Black Hawk Down
  
• Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
  
• Dyson Sphere Program
  
• EA Sports FC 24
  
• God of War
  
• Kerbal Space Program 2
  
• Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
  
• Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition
  
• The Callisto Protocol
  
• Wolfenstein Youngblood
  
• World of Warships
  
• 蜀山初章
  

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