All articles tagged with #graphics
A new Fallout 4 graphics comparison compares Nintendo Switch 2 against PS4 and PS5, showing Switch 2 offers three performance modes: 30 FPS at up to 1440p (handheld 1080p), 60 FPS at 1080p when docked (720p handheld), and a 40 FPS mode with a lower resolution, highlighting how the port stacks up against Sony's versions.
Capcom released Pragmata’s Switch 2 demo with side-by-side comparisons showing the Switch 2 runs at a lower resolution than Xbox Series S but benefits from stronger upscaling and filtering; all versions target 60fps, though Switch 2 reportedly dips during heavier sequences. The PS5 version remains the strongest, while readers praise Switch 2’s impressive portable performance despite some texture and resolution downgrades.
Digimon Story Time Stranger on Switch will get a free Switch 2 upgrade that updates its visuals to the Switch 2 standard when you update on the newer console. On Switch 2 you can pick Quality (4K HDR, up to 30FPS docked) or Performance (Full HD, up to 60FPS) and those options don’t carry back to the original Switch. The Switch 2 version is a Game-Key Card while the original Switch release remains physical; Bandai Namco notes a July launch, and Tales of Arise is also coming to Switch 2 in May.
RGG Studio will release a launch-day patch (version 1.11) for Yakuza Kiwami 3 on PS5/PS4 to fix lighting and other graphical issues seen in the demo, with the final game arriving on February 12, 2026; devs emphasize the demo's visuals do not reflect the final product.
AMD introduces two new lower-end Ryzen AI Max Plus chips with powerful integrated graphics aimed at gaming devices, potentially making high-end gaming portables more affordable amid rising RAM costs, with prices possibly ranging from $1,000 to $1,500.
A significant update for older AMD GCN GPUs has been merged into Mesa 26.0, addressing VM faults caused by hardware bugs in GFX6 and GFX7 GPUs, improving stability and performance for Linux users and gamers.
The article discusses how developers used clever techniques to surpass the Amiga's hardware limitations on sprite display, notably by exploiting the system's coprocessor to render more sprites simultaneously than officially supported, enhancing game visuals and complexity.
The PlayStation 6 faces challenges such as a decline in first-party exclusives compared to previous generations and the difficulty in surpassing current high standards of graphics, which may result in a minimal generational leap and impact consumer interest and pricing strategies.
Phoenix is an in-development X Server written from scratch in Zig, aiming to be a modern, secure, and extendable alternative to X.Org, with support for modern graphics technologies and Wayland compatibility.
Metroid Prime 4 is a visually impressive game with advanced graphics on the Nintendo Switch 2, but its gameplay is hampered by poor design choices, excessive action focus, annoying side characters, and a lack of exploration, making it one of the weaker entries in the series despite its technical achievements.
The article reviews Nintendo's new Switch 2-exclusive Zelda spin-off, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, praising its graphics and production values but criticizing its repetitive gameplay, and expressing hope for a true next-gen Zelda game on the Switch 2.
Digital Foundry praises Halo: Campaign Evolved's visual reimagining but expresses concerns over Unreal Engine 5's technical issues like noise, stutters, and resolution problems, noting that these are early footage and the developers have time to improve before release.
The Outer Worlds 2 is a mechanically impressive RPG with extensive player choice and engaging combat, but it struggles to be memorable due to its heavy-handed parody, lack of compelling characters, and some technical issues, despite improvements over its predecessor.
Industry leaders, including former PlayStation executives, agree that gaming technology has reached a plateau in graphical improvements, with the PS5 already significantly enhancing game quality through features like SSD, making further increases in graphics power less impactful. The focus may shift from raw power to optimizing existing capabilities.
Intel's upcoming Panther Lake chip, set for release in 2025-2026, is a significant development featuring multiple versions with enhanced CPU and GPU capabilities, aiming to improve battery life, performance, and gaming graphics for a range of laptops, marking a strategic move to compete with Apple, AMD, and Qualcomm.