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DF Direct Weekly 165: State of Play Analysis & PC Ports
Astro Bot serves as the undisputed highlight of the recent State of Play, with the team praising its joyous atmosphere and technical polish. In contrast, the presentation of live-service titles like Concord and Marvel Rivals faced harsh cr…
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Digital Foundry: FSR 3 on Console, Hellblade 2, and IGN News
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the inaugural console implementation of AMD FSR 3 Frame Generation in Immortals of Aveum, finding it a surprisingly effective, albeit imperfect, solution for reaching high refresh rate targets. The …
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Ghost of Tsushima Analysis & PlayStation/Xbox News
This episode of DF Direct Weekly serves as a comprehensive deep dive into the latest gaming news and hardware trends. The hosts begin with a favorable technical analysis of the Ghost of Tsushima PC port by Nixxes, praising its excellent op…
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Microsoft Studio Closures, Switch 2, and ROG Ally X
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the somber news of multiple studio closures at ZeniMax Media, questioning the viability of the Game Pass model and the long-term leadership strategy of Microsoft. The conversation shifts toward more…
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Starfield Performance Patch and PS5 Pro Leaks
This episode covers the major performance update for Starfield on Xbox Series X, which introduces unprecedented flexibility in framerate and visual targets. The team analyzes how this move toward user-defined settings aligns with broader i…
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Fallout 4 Remaster, Avatar 40fps & Game Development
This episode focuses on the rocky launch of the Fallout 4 next-gen update, highlighting persistent bugs and missed opportunities for the PC version. The team explores the promising introduction of 40 FPS modes in Avatar: Frontiers of Pando…
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PS5 Pro Boost Mode & Ghost of Tsushima PC Ports
This episode of DF Direct Weekly covers critical developments in the gaming industry, focusing on the highly anticipated PlayStation 5 Pro and its alleged Ultra Boost Mode for backwards compatibility. The team discusses the upcoming PC por…
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Xbox Preservation, Fallout 4 Updates & Star Wars Outlaws
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct dives into Microsoft's new initiatives for game preservation and future-proofing, exploring how it might hint at a shift away from traditional console hardware. The team breaks down the technical pros…
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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly 157: Hellblade 2, VR & Tech
In this episode of Digital Foundry Direct Weekly, the team dives into the controversial 30 FPS target for Hellblade 2, debating its validity as a design choice in the era of Unreal Engine 5. The discussion expands into the technical merits…
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Xbox Strategic Shift: Handhelds, Stores, and Future Vision
This episode of DF Direct Weekly centers on the recent and seismic disclosures by Phil Spencer regarding the future of the Xbox platform. The team dissects the potential integration of third-party digital storefronts and a move away from t…
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State of Unreal, FSR 3.1, PSVR 2 PC Support & GTA 6 Analysis
This episode covers major industry developments from GDC 2024. The panel dives into the technological promises of Marvel 1943 running on Unreal Engine 5, alongside AMD’s significant update to FSR 3.1. Extensive discussion follows regarding…
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PlayStation 5 Pro Breakdown: Specs and Features
This episode provides a technical deep-dive into the leaked specifications of the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro. The hosts analyze the decision to retain the Zen 2 CPU architecture while significantly bolstering the GPU compute units. A major…
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Digital Foundry Tech Talk: Performance Analysis & New NVIDIA Tech
In this 154th edition of DF Direct Weekly, the team covers several critical industry topics. They provide early technical impressions of Rise of the Ronin, noting its satisfying combat but noting persistent performance hurdles. A significa…
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Nintendo Emulation Legal Moves & Xbox Showcase Breakdown
This episode focuses on the major fallout of the Nintendo Yuzu and Citra closure, debating the fine line between emulation and piracy. The panel also breaks down the Xbox Partner Preview, highlighting the rise of mid-tier and unique projec…
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Games Industry Contraction: Layoffs, Layoffs & More News
This episode focuses on the severe contraction currently affecting the gaming industry, marked by widespread layoffs at Sony, EA, and others. The team critically examines how the relentless push for massive, narrative-driven projects is pr…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Delay & Xbox Multi-Platform Strategy
This episode of DF Direct Weekly covers the significant news regarding a potential delay for the Nintendo Switch 2, pushing its release into 2025 to prioritize a robust software catalog. The panel explores the shifting business strategy of…
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Xbox Multi-platform Strategy, PS5 Sales & New Tech
This 150th episode of DF Direct Weekly serves as a comprehensive analysis of the current gaming landscape, specifically focusing on Microsoft's controversial shift toward a multi-platform strategy for Xbox and Sony's outlook on the PS5 har…
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Xbox Multi-Platform Rumors and Game Analysis
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the intense speculation surrounding Microsoft's potential shift to a multi-platform strategy for its major first-party titles. The team analyzes the business and technical motivations behind these r…
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DF Direct Weekly: State of Play Analysis and News
In this episode, the team conducts a deep dive into the 2024 State of Play presentation, analyzing the technical visual leaps in titles like Death Stranding 2 and Stellar Blade. The discussion explores the potential of the Decima and RE en…
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PowerWorld Success, AMD AFMF, and Tekken 8 Technical Review
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the unprecedented rise of Palworld, exploring why its blend of creature-collecting and survival mechanics—despite technical unoptimization—has captured millions of players. The team also dives into …
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Digital Foundry Direct: Xbox Developer Direct & Tech Deep Dives
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct dives into the 2024 Xbox Developer Direct, where the team analyzes the reveals of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Hellblade II, Ara: History Untold, and Avowed. The panel provides critical technic…
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Xbox Rumors, CES Tech & Digital Foundry 2024 Plans
This episode focuses on the developing rumors surrounding Microsoft's shift toward a multi-platform gaming strategy while prioritizing Game Pass accessibility. The hosts also break down the latest news from CES 2024, detailing exciting adv…
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Digital Foundry 2024 Tech Predictions & Gaming Outlook
This 144th edition of DF Direct Weekly serves as a comprehensive discussion on the future of gaming technology and anticipated releases for 2024. The panel covers advancements in OLED display technology, the debate surrounding "HDR 400" br…
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Digital Foundry 2023 Wrap-Up: Leaks, Tech & Year in Review
In this final episode of 2023, the Digital Foundry team reflects on a year characterized by both monumental technological achievements and industry-wide volatility. A significant portion of the conversation is dedicated to the devastating …
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Digital Foundry: Graphics of the Year Awards 2023
In this year-end special, the Digital Foundry team awards their favorite games for visual excellence in 2023. The conversation centers on the intersection of artistic vision and cutting-edge rendering technology, with deep dives into title…
1h 34m
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