Minecraft is Moving From OpenGL to Vulkan: What Does This Mean for Players?

Check out this article to learn all about Minecraft moving its graphics API from OpenGL to Vulkan and what is it in for the players.
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Difference between OpenGL and Vulkan

An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of subroutine definitions, communication protocols, and tools that are used for building software. Open Graphics Library (OpenGL) is a ...
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OpenGL successor Vulkan will level up the gaming industry

A successor to OpenGL, the open source graphics library that stands as a direct rival to Microsoft’s DirectX 12 library and Apple’s Metal, has been named by The Khronos Group, a consortium of schools ...
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Vulkan API Almost 50% Faster Than OpenGL

Intel showcased the benefits of the Vulkan API during SIGGRAPH 2015 and exemplified its viability as a mainstream alternative to OpenGL. The Stardust graphics demonstration was conducted on an Intel ...