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The Last of Us PC Disaster, E3 Cancellation, and Zelda News
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the highly problematic PC launch of The Last of Us Part 1, analyzing the CPU-bound bottlenecks and shader compilation issues that have severely hindered the player experience. The team stresses that…
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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly #100: Retrospective & News
This 100th episode marks a significant milestone for Digital Foundry, featuring the full team in a special edition retrospective and news analysis. The discussion covers the recent Sony State of Play, where disappointment in the overly com…
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PSVR 2 Review, DLSS Mystery, and Wild Hearts PC Performance
This 99th episode of DF Direct Weekly serves as a comprehensive breakdown of the PlayStation VR 2 launch, acknowledging the impressive hardware—specifically its vibrant OLED screen—while cautioning about the sparse library of headline soft…
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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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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: 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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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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Digital Foundry Direct 42: News, Docs, and Classics
In this episode of Digital Foundry Direct, the team discusses the reveal of Horizon Forbidden West on PS4, the utility of new customizable PS5 side plates, and shares their thoughts on the comprehensive Xbox documentary. The conversation d…
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Digital Foundry Direct: TGA 2021 Analysis & Tech News
In this episode, the Digital Foundry team dives into the fallout from the 2021 Game Awards, criticizing the over-reliance on pre-rendered CGI trailers and the lack of clarity regarding real-time gameplay. They analyze high-profile reveals …
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DF Direct Weekly: PlayStation Tech, Retro, and Updates
This episode of DF Direct Weekly covers a wide array of topics, starting with a post-mortem look at Mark Cerny's PS5 technical overview and the industry's evolving transparency. The hosts analyze the inclusion of ray-traced reflections in …
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Digital Foundry Direct: Channel Hack, PS5 Exploits & GTA Remasters
In this episode of Digital Foundry Direct, the team discusses a harrowing ordeal involving the hijacking of their YouTube channel by crypto scammers, highlighting significant lapses in platform security and support. The conversation pivots…
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Battlefield 2042 Critique, PS5 CMOS Fix, and Netflix Games
This episode of D.F. Direct Weekly covers a mix of industry news and technical analysis. The hosts open with a sharp critique of the Battlefield 2042 trailer, expressing concern over technical missteps and the removal of ray-traced reflect…
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Nintendo Direct Analysis, PS4 C-Bomb Fix & Gaming News
In this episode, we unpack the latest Nintendo Direct, evaluating major titles like Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Bayonetta 3, and Metroid Dread, while lamenting the underwhelming and overpriced Nintendo Switch Online expansion. A major hi…
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Digital Foundry Direct: PS5 Hardware, GPU Leaks, and Retro Gaming
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct focuses on the technical examination of the new PlayStation 5 hardware revision, confirming that the new model performs identically to the original despite thermal design changes. The team dives into …
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Digital Foundry Direct: Dead Space, Wata, and PS5 News
In this episode, the Digital Foundry team breaks down the technical promise of the Dead Space remake, specifically highlighting its move toward high-end bounce lighting and next-gen hardware utilization. The panel addresses the ongoing Wat…
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Dead Space Remake, Wata Grading, and PS5 News
This episode covers a variety of hot topics in the gaming industry, focusing on the transparent development process for the Dead Space remake and the technical merits of its new lighting and dismemberment systems. The hosts delve into the …
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DF Direct Weekly: GPU Tech, UE5 Trailers and Emulation
In this episode, the team explores the cutting edge of graphics, starting with Intel's ARC architecture and the promising future of XESS. The group provides technical analysis of the latest Unreal Engine 5 footage from Black Myth: Wukong, …
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Intel GPU Tech, Unreal Engine 5, and Retro Emulation
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct focuses on the latest advancements in gaming technology and hardware. Key discussions include Intel's upcoming ARC architecture and its XESS upscaling tech, which promises a new approach to machine-le…
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Playdate Handheld Insights, Final Fantasy Remasters, and VR Future
This episode of DF Direct Weekly features a deep dive into the Playdate handheld, praising its minimalist design, unique crank mechanics, and creative game distribution system. The team also critiques the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters, ack…
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Digital Foundry Direct: RE Village DRM, Plague Tale & Retro Hardware
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct dives into the major performance issues plaguing the PC version of Resident Evil Village, specifically focusing on the intrusive DRM that hampers the experience for paying customers. The team discusse…
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Digital Foundry Direct: RE Village DRM, 120Hz Consoles & Zelda
In this episode of Digital Foundry Direct, the team tackles the controversy surrounding Resident Evil Village, where intrusive DRM allegedly compromised PC performance. They confirm that Capcom is officially working on a patch, providing a…
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Switch OLED, Dark Souls 3 FPS Boost, and Ubisoft Live Service
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct focuses on several major industry developments. The team analyzes the newly announced Switch OLED, identifying it as a calculated product refresh rather than a pandemic compromise. They explain why a …
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Switch OLED, Dark Souls FPS Boost & Future of Assassin's Creed
In this episode, the Digital Foundry crew dives into the details of the newly announced Switch OLED, discussing its position as a hardware refresh rather than a true "Pro" successor. The conversation shifts to Microsoft's FPS Boost techniq…
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Digital Foundry Direct: FSR Analysis, Sonic, and More
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct features an extensive technical analysis of AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), positioning it as an innovative spatial upscaler rather than a direct DLSS competitor. The discussion shifts to the…
1h 48m
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