Digital Foundry Direct Weekly DF Direct Weekly #243: Metroid Prime Switch 1 vs 2, The Witcher 4-6, Crucial RAM Dead, 32-bit PhysX!
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Dec 8, 2025 The team dives into the rivalry between Metroid Prime 4 on Switch 1 and Switch 2, examining performance and graphics. Micron's exit from the consumer RAM market raises concerns for PC builders. Exciting news for gamers as Nvidia partially revives 32-bit PhysX for select titles. CD Projekt promises an ambitious timeline for the next Witcher games. They also lament the current state of HDR in gaming and celebrate the impressive TimeSplitters Rewind demo, leaving listeners engaged and eager for more tech discussions.
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Metroid Prime 4: Smart Multi-Platform Scaling
- Metroid Prime 4 shows smart scaling between Switch 1 and Switch 2 with texture and resolution trade-offs.
- Switch 1 runs a locked 60fps with lower resolution while Switch 2 gains sharper textures, HDR and optional 120Hz modes.
HDR vs Screen Trade-Offs On Switch 2
- HDR on Switch 2 is one of the best current implementations and greatly improves highlight and contrast when supported.
- However, the Switch 2 LCD's backlight and response harm black levels and motion clarity versus an OLED.
Buy RAM Sooner Rather Than Later
- Expect memory supply shifts as Micron pivots to AI datacenter chips and phases out Crucial consumer products.
- If you need PC RAM soon, buy now rather than risk higher prices or reduced supplier choice later.