Prism expands support for processor extensions that many games and professional applications require, including AVX, AVX2, BMI, FMA, and F16C. Microsoft hopes that with Prism, x64 games like Starfield and Helldivers 2—which use AVX2 for complex graphics and physics simulations—will work seamlessly on Arm-based devices. However, Microsoft notes that 32-bit applications will not yet detect the new emulator support, meaning some older or less-optimized programs might still encounter issues. With Prism's full release on the horizon, Windows on Arm users can look forward to potentially broader support and a more seamless experience with apps that were previously incompatible or had performance issues. Ekniti Nitithanprapas described gaming as a key driver of the global creative economy, while Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting local game developers in reaching international markets. Read more in our articles including "Microsoft's New Emulator Could Bring More Games and Apps to Windows on Arm Devices" and "Gaming Handheld Price List in the Philippines (2026)".
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Oct 23, 2025Prism expands support for processor extensions that many games and professional applications require, including AVX, AVX2, BMI, FMA, and F16C. Microsoft hopes that with Prism, x64 games like Starfield and Helldivers 2—which use AVX2 for complex graphics and physics simulations—will work seamlessly on Arm-based devices.
However, Microsoft notes that 32-bit applications will not yet detect the new emulator support, meaning some older or less-optimized programs might still encounter issues. With Prism's full release on the horizon, Windows on Arm users can look forward to potentially broader support and a more seamless experience with apps that were previously incompatible or had performance issues. Ekniti Nitithanprapas described gaming as a key driver of the global creative economy, while Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting local game developers in reaching international markets.
Our coverage of AVX2 support includes: "Microsoft's New Emulator Could Bring More Games and Apps to Windows on Arm Devices"; "Gaming Handheld Price List in the Philippines (2026)"; "MLBB opens 2026 Global Skin Design Contest with USD 49,000 prize pool". Each article provides unique insights and information.