Digital Foundry Direct Weekly DF Direct Weekly #209: Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 Hands-On, Quake 2 AI, RTX 5060 Ti Price Leak!
Apr 14, 2025
Rich shares his hands-on experience with Cyberpunk 2077 on the Nintendo Switch 2, discussing its performance and visual fidelity. The team reacts to Nvidia's alleged pricing leak for the RTX 5060 Ti. They also explore AI's attempts to recreate classic Quake 2 gameplay, noting the limitations and frustrations involved. Discussions about the upcoming Asus Xbox handheld add excitement to the mix, while gaming hardware innovations prompt speculation on the future of handheld gaming devices. Overall, a tech-savvy dive into the future of gaming!
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Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2
- Rich played Cyberpunk 2077 on the Nintendo Switch 2 at a London event.
- The demo used a save file in the demanding Dogtown area, showcasing both docked and handheld modes.
Mixed Performance
- Impressions of Cyberpunk 2077's Switch 2 port are mixed, with performance varying significantly.
- Visuals are comparable to last-gen consoles, but frame rates can drop below 30fps in demanding areas.
RTX 5060 Ti Buying Advice
- Don't buy the 8GB model of the RTX 5060 Ti.
- The 16GB model might be worth buying.