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DF Direct: Technical Analysis & Discussion of The Last of Us Part 1
In this special episode of DF Direct, John and Oliver examine the technical and design merits of The Last of Us Part 1. They analyze how the implementation of the The Last of Us Part II engine elevates the gameplay, particularly through re…
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PS5 Price Hike, Denuvo on Switch, and Gamescom Thoughts
In this episode, the team examines the controversial PlayStation 5 price hike, questioning its impact on Sony's brand and competitive standing. They critique the introduction of Denuvo to the Nintendo Switch, highlighting concerns over per…
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Sony PC Launcher Talk, Team Asobi, and Intel Arc GPU
This 75th edition of DF Direct Weekly covers a range of industry discussions, starting with the potential for Sony to introduce a dedicated PC interface, which the hosts generally view as unnecessary compared to simple network integration.…
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Spider-Man PC Launch Analysis & Retro Gaming Workarounds
This episode focuses on the PC launch of Spider-Man Remastered, analyzing its technical performance, the arduous porting process by Nixxes, and its impressive scalability. The team shares insights on achieving consistent performance throug…
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DF Direct 73: Xbox Shovelware & Series S Memory Update
In this episode, the Digital Foundry team dives into the discovery of a non-functional shovelware title on the Xbox store and discusses a GDK update that grants extra memory to the Xbox Series S, potentially enabling more advanced graphica…
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PS5 1440p Firmware, TLOU Part 1 Remake & New PC Builds
This episode of DF Direct covers the major PlayStation 5 firmware update adding native 1440p support and improved ALLM toggles, bringing the console closer to parity with modern PC display standards. The hosts analyze the recent Last of Us…
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Digital Foundry Direct 71: PC Gaming, Retro Ports, and Intel Arc
In this extensive episode of Digital Foundry Direct, the hosts, joined by special guests Sam Makovich and EposVox, analyze the state of current gaming technology. Key discussions revolve around the highly anticipated PC release of Marvel's…
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Digital Foundry Direct Ep. 70: Technical Analysis & Insights
In this episode of Digital Foundry Direct, the team tackles the latest developments in, and the evolving nature of, gaming hardware and software. The discussion covers the technical advantages of PS5-exclusive development for games like Fi…
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DF Direct 69: Horizon VRR, Rockstar Remasters & Capcom PC Issues
In this episode, the team breaks down the latest patch for Horizon Forbidden West, highlighting its new VRR support and a impressive 40 FPS balanced mode. Discussions shift to the disappointing state of Rockstar's recent remaster efforts a…
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Digital Foundry: Switch Ports, FSR 2.0 Mods, and Sony Monitors
This Digital Foundry episode covers the impressive handheld ports of Portal and Portal 2 on Switch, alongside discussions on the potential for Half-Life 2 on the platform. The panel dives into the groundbreaking community mod that brought …
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DF Direct Weekly: PlayStation Plus, Xenoblade 3, and More
This episode covers the global rollout of the new PlayStation Plus tiers and the community reaction to 50Hz PAL classic games, as well as the impressive technical preview of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 on Nintendo Switch. The technical team div…
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Digital Foundry Direct: E3 Aftermath and Future Graphics Tech
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct covers an extensive recap of the post-E3 landscape, focusing on technical impressions of major titles like Forza Motorsport, the Final Fantasy VII remake project, and Bethesda's Starfield. A significa…
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Xbox & Bethesda E3 2022 Deep Dive: Starfield & Forza
This analysis covers the technical highlights and gameplay impressions from the Xbox and Bethesda 2022 showcase. The team praises the ambitious visual evolution of Starfield, highlighting improvements in shadow mapping and volumetric effec…
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Summer Game Fest Analysis: The Last of Us & Sci-Fi Horror
This edition of DF Direct Weekly centers on the recent Summer Game Fest announcements, specifically the controversial yet technically interesting remake of The Last of Us Part 1 and the visible resurgence of the sci-fi horror genre. The te…
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State of Play Impressions, PC Gaming Tech & PS3 Retro
This edition of DF Direct Weekly centers on the recent Sony State of Play event, praising the focus on authentic gameplay over cinematic trailers. The team analyzes major titles including the Resident Evil 4 Remake, Horizon Call of the Mou…
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Pro Console Myths, Sony's PC Strategy & Retro Emulation Failures
This episode focuses on the lack of viability for mid-generation "Pro" consoles, given the current supply constraints and the rising costs of silicon. The team dives into Sony’s aggressive shift toward PC gaming, noting the success of titl…
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PS Plus Classics & Starfield Delay Analysis
This episode covers the recent revealing of the PlayStation Plus classic games lineup and the potential development of a full remake for The Last of Us. The hosts debate the merits of these projects, noting that while Sony's move to honor …
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Xbox Outages, Duke Nukem Leaks & Unreal Engine 5
This episode covers the recent Xbox network outage and the implications of its restrictive DRM policies on user accessibility. The team also discusses a fascinating new Microsoft patent intended to bridge the gap between physical and digit…
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Square Enix Studio Sale, Halo Infinite Updates & Future GPU Talk
This episode covers the major acquisition of former Square Enix Western studios by the Embracer Group, offering a hopeful outlook for IPs like Deus Ex. The team also dives into technical improvements in the latest Halo Infinite patch, spec…
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PS5 VRR Analysis, Steam Deck Updates, and Game Preservation
This episode focuses on the recent rollout of VRR on PlayStation 5, exploring its implementation differences compared to Xbox and how developers like Insomniac are optimizing titles to maximize the tech. The team moves to the Steam Deck, d…
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DF Direct Weekly: Unreal Engine 5, Current-Gen State, and Playdate
This episode of DF Direct Weekly centers on the ongoing shift in gaming generations, heavily influenced by the emergence of Unreal Engine 5 and the economic pressures forcing developers to deliver cross-gen titles. The team analyzes the cu…
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Digital Foundry: Unreal Engine 5, Kingdom Hearts 4 & More
This episode covers the latest gaming news with a deep dive into the technical aspects of Unreal Engine 5 and the potential of current-gen hardware. The team discusses the Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer, the shift of The Witcher 3's next-gen upd…
1h 31m -
Unreal Engine 5 Analysis, Max Payne Remakes, and Minecraft RT
This episode of DF Direct Weekly explores the broad implications of the Unreal Engine 5 launch as a new industry standard, despite lingering concerns over performance and shader compilation issues. The team discusses the exciting announcem…
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PlayStation Plus Subs, Zelda Delay & Nvidia 3090 Ti Review
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the major news surrounding Sony's new tiered PlayStation Plus subscription service, analyzing its competitive standing against Microsoft's Game Pass and the ongoing frustrations regarding backwards …
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Digital Foundry: Witcher Unreal Engine 5 & FSR 2.0 Tech
This episode covers CD Projekt Red’s major technological shift from the Red Engine to Unreal Engine 5, debating the trade-offs between custom engine agility and standardized industry tools. The hosts analyze the technical challenges of int…
1h 25m
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