@Mando44646 There are quite a few PS4 games that have issues on PS5, minor and major. A lot of the PS2 Classics on PS4 have major texture issues on PS5.
Harvestella looks like a new game with maximum resolution scaling and locked framerate. Dreamscaper is a drastic improvement with maximum resolution scaling even in performance mode (which is now locked at 60fps).
@Doctor-Moo Best case scenario is that the compatibility layer can be updated that so games scale better natively. Maybe they could use integer scaling, I know other PC handhelds do.
People were already melting down about the price as it is, imagine what an OLED version would cost!
As far as what I think, I rarely ever play handheld but what I have seen is a big step up from my OG LCD Switch. The major issue that I've read about is that most Switch 1 games don't scale up properly in Switch 2 handheld mode, and OLED wouldn't fix that.
I'm loving my Switch 2 experience. Native improvements for any game with dynamic resolution scaling and/or unlocked framerates are a massive plus.
Beyond that, everything just feels significantly nicer and more premium. System surround sound is fantastic, HD Rumble 2 is nice and punchy, the face buttons on the Joy-Cons feel great, and the analog sticks are the best I've ever felt!
It would be nice, but I'll never use the Chat button and am not planning on using the back buttons either. That and I prefer the transparent look of the first one.
Haven't played much after finishing up the game I was actively playing. First thing I'm going to do on Switch 2 is see just how good the translation layer works for OG Switch games!
@axelhander I love JRPGs, warts and all, so I get concerned when something is popular with people who despise them (at least on Reddit). But then again, internet people hate everything so who knows.
@joeyflannel Heat dissipation becomes a problem at those form-factors with modern games and hardware components. Vita and DS weren't powerful enough to need active cooling.
I'll pay for whatever allows me to play a game. Digital vs physical comes down to price, pretty much. Digital storage is certainly a constraint, but physical space is also finite.
Best thing about 120fps is the drastically reduced input delay, which is a godsend for shooters and racers (and really anything where quick motions are key).
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Re: Drag X Drive Switch 2 eShop Price Revealed
Huh, that doesn't look like the $80 I was told it would be
Re: "One Of The Slowest Modern LCDs I've Ever Seen" - Digital Foundry's John Linneman On Switch 2's Display
@Exerion76 Attached Joy-Cons and touchscreen functions wouldn't work if Switch 1 games were ran in docked mode while handheld.
Re: Third-Party Launch Games On Switch 2 Reportedly Sold "Very Low Numbers"
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Re: Shuhei Yoshida Says Sony Doesn't Really Consider Nintendo As Competition
I'm always told that Nintendo is, "different," whenever people try to argue that consoles and exclusive games don't sell anymore.
Re: Switch 2's Best-Selling eShop Games So Far
@beartown 3DO is still part of history! And it was at least aiming for mainstream.
Re: Switch 2's Best-Selling eShop Games So Far
@beartown Worse than the 3DO with just one game?
Re: Mortal Kombat 1 Playable On Switch 2 Despite 'Incompatibility' And It Runs Far Better
@Aventurier None of them have been fixed yet! Even the new emulator has issues, games like Wild Arms, Blood Omen, and Blood Omen 2 stutter like crazy.
Re: Mortal Kombat 1 Playable On Switch 2 Despite 'Incompatibility' And It Runs Far Better
@Mando44646 There are quite a few PS4 games that have issues on PS5, minor and major. A lot of the PS2 Classics on PS4 have major texture issues on PS5.
Re: Video: Here's How Splatoon 3 On Switch 2 Improves Visuals And Performance
I'm starting to really like this new tech-forward Nintendo. Never played Splatoon before, but might check it out now.
Re: Feature: 11 Games With 'Secret' Performance Bumps You Should Revisit On Switch 2
Harvestella looks like a new game with maximum resolution scaling and locked framerate. Dreamscaper is a drastic improvement with maximum resolution scaling even in performance mode (which is now locked at 60fps).
Re: Poll: Are You Happy With Switch 2's Screen? Because Some People Certainly Aren't
@Doctor-Moo Best case scenario is that the compatibility layer can be updated that so games scale better natively. Maybe they could use integer scaling, I know other PC handhelds do.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy With Switch 2's Screen? Because Some People Certainly Aren't
@Doctor-Moo Wouldn't that make attached controllers and the touchscreen unusable in games that support it?
Re: Poll: Are You Happy With Switch 2's Screen? Because Some People Certainly Aren't
People were already melting down about the price as it is, imagine what an OLED version would cost!
As far as what I think, I rarely ever play handheld but what I have seen is a big step up from my OG LCD Switch. The major issue that I've read about is that most Switch 1 games don't scale up properly in Switch 2 handheld mode, and OLED wouldn't fix that.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For The Nintendo Switch 2
I'm loving my Switch 2 experience. Native improvements for any game with dynamic resolution scaling and/or unlocked framerates are a massive plus.
Beyond that, everything just feels significantly nicer and more premium. System surround sound is fantastic, HD Rumble 2 is nice and punchy, the face buttons on the Joy-Cons feel great, and the analog sticks are the best I've ever felt!
Re: Review: The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Sublime Sequel, Now Sublimer
@jwfurness All first-party carts contain the full game, IIRC.
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour - Surprising, Delightful, And You Know Where It Belongs
I'll probably buy it and pretend to love it just to be a contrarian
Re: Review: The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - The Best Way To Play, But 'Zelda Notes' Sucks
Glad I waited this long to play Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom!
Re: Review: Hitman World Of Assassination - Signature Edition (Switch 2) - Not Yet The Showstopping Port 47 Deserves
Agreeing with everyone saying this was likely rushed for launch day.
I also wanted to make a snarky remark about Switch players being used to choppy framerates.
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Switch 2 And Switch 1 Prices Have Been Revealed
@Cruson88REAL Not going to be paying in Pounds, sorry!
Re: The Switch 2 Fixes Its Predecessor's "Worst Performing" Game
@Bentleyma According to a Reddit post I read, it's now locked 30fps!
Re: Video: Do You Even Need A Pro Controller For The Switch 2?
It would be nice, but I'll never use the Chat button and am not planning on using the back buttons either. That and I prefer the transparent look of the first one.
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Switch 2 And Switch 1 Prices Have Been Revealed
So much for the "All Switch 2 games are $80-90 OMG panic!" narrative.
Re: Yakuza 0 Comparison Video May Give Switch 2 The Edge Over PS4
Willing to double dip if they fixed the save glitch/crash
Re: Nintendo Apologises For "Error" With Mention Of Switch 2 VRR TV Support
Nice, I won't have to double up on my VRR inputs now!
Re: Talking Point: Are You Ghosting Switch 1 To Save Yourself For Switch 2?
Haven't played much after finishing up the game I was actively playing. First thing I'm going to do on Switch 2 is see just how good the translation layer works for OG Switch games!
Re: Review: Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (Switch) - A Cracking Collection Of Top-Class Arcade Fighters
Was planning to get this pretty much for Project Justice, but if there's no single player content then there's no point.
Re: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Developer Seems Open To A Switch 2 Port
@axelhander I love JRPGs, warts and all, so I get concerned when something is popular with people who despise them (at least on Reddit). But then again, internet people hate everything so who knows.
Re: Square Enix Details Plan To 'Reboot And Awaken' Its Business
Beginning with Switch 2 upgrades for Harvestella, Bravely Default 2, and Triangle Strategy
Re: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Developer Seems Open To A Switch 2 Port
@axelhander Like someone on PushSquare said, it seems to be hailed up as an all-time JRPG by people who hate JRPGs. I'm wary of the hype.
Re: Xbox Branded Handheld Photos Leak, And It's Not Quite As Slick As The Switch 2
@joeyflannel Heat dissipation becomes a problem at those form-factors with modern games and hardware components. Vita and DS weren't powerful enough to need active cooling.
Re: Talking Point: Will You Be Buying Any Game-Key Card Switch 2 Games?
I'll pay for whatever allows me to play a game. Digital vs physical comes down to price, pretty much. Digital storage is certainly a constraint, but physical space is also finite.
Re: Poll: Which Switch 2 Accessories Are You Picking Up At Launch?
Pro Controller 2 and a Micro SD Express card.
Re: Poll: GameStop Offers A Tempting Switch 2 Trade-In Deal, But Is It Really Worth It?
I didn't think they took console boxes. The ones around me act like a console is stolen if it comes in a box and is in "too nice" condition...
Re: Major French Retailer Says Switch 2 Pre-Orders At "Historic Level"
@Abrammchi Too late, I'm more in love with gaming now than ever before!
Re: Major French Retailer Says Switch 2 Pre-Orders At "Historic Level"
@Abrammchi That sounds awful.
Re: Opinion: Steam Deck Fans Are Seriously Underestimating The Switch 2
PCMR are the worst. Console warriors are annoying, but they are massively overshadowed by what I call the hot rod crowd of gaming.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 US Pre-Orders Start 24th April, System & Launch Game Pricing Unchanged
@Jack_Goetz Wasn't it $79.99 originally? Oh well, that extra extra $5 won't kill me.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 US Pre-Orders Start 24th April, System & Launch Game Pricing Unchanged
Let's go! I think I'll be able to handle the extra $5 for the Pro Controller 2.
Re: "Nintendo Has Been A Great Partner" - Phil Spencer Reiterates Switch 2 Support
Looking forward to playing Hexic HD on Switch 2!
Re: Mario Kart World Is Reportedly The Smoothest Entry Yet
Best thing about 120fps is the drastically reduced input delay, which is a godsend for shooters and racers (and really anything where quick motions are key).
Re: Opinion: The Switch 2 Is A Powerhouse For The Price
Love technology and computing power, so I'm very excited about Switch 2!
Re: Nintendo Says "Nothing Bad" Will Happen If You Press Switch 2's C Button Without A NSO Sub
Hopefully it plays a Bowser laugh if you're not subscribed.
Re: Review: Star Overdrive (Switch) - Uneven But Ambitious Open-World Hoverboarding
The demo was really cool, and hopefully Switch 2 will iron out some of the performance issues.
Re: Bravely Default Is Finally Freed From Its 3DS Prison, Coming To Switch 2 At Launch
This is what I'm happiest about aside from Switch 2's large technology improvements. Always feels weird to have a partial series.
Re: Switch 2 Games Cost A Bit More Than You're Probably Expecting
@UltimateOtaku91 Seventy pounds, no, but it was 70 USD and all my local GameStops sold out on day one.
Re: Switch 2 Games Cost A Bit More Than You're Probably Expecting
Tears of the Kingdom was $70 and it sold bucket-loads. What's $10 for a hardcore fan?
Re: Nintendo Expects You To Pay For Its Switch 2 "Welcome Tour" User Guide
Hardcore Nintendo fans will pay for anything
Re: Zelda: Breath Of the Wild And Tears Of The Kingdom Will Be Enhanced With Switch 2
Day one buy, and finally sold on TOTK
Re: Standard Micro SD Cards Won't Work On Nintendo Switch 2
Great news, makes no sense to bottleneck all the other tech improvements with standard SD cards.
Re: GameCube Games Confirmed For Nintendo Switch Online On Switch 2
Guess I'll have to get this now for Path of Radiance