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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly
DF Direct Weekly #135: Alan Wake 2 - A Tech Masterpiece, MGS 'Master' Collection, Star Citizen!
Oct 30, 2023
This podcast discusses topics like the anticipated game Alan Wake 2, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection's disappointing release, and Star Citizen's tech upgrades. They delve into the gameplay, visuals, and challenges of running GPU-heavy games on power-constrained devices. The hosts also share their thoughts on remastering games like Horizon Zero Dawn and The Last of Us 2 for the PS5.
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- The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection received criticism for its poor emulation and lackluster graphics, highlighting the importance of proper preservation of classic games.
- The Oculus Quest 3 offers improvements in clarity and detail, providing a more immersive VR experience, but there is still room for further advancements in graphics quality.
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Metal Gear Solid Master Collection has drawn criticism for its poor emulation and lackluster graphics compared to the original versions. The collection did not receive review codes, but early footage suggests the games are running at 720p, resulting in blurry visuals and reduced detail compared to the originals. Metal Gear Solid 1 suffers from a bilinear filter that makes it look worse compared to the original 240p version. Metal Gear Solid 2 and 3 are also capped at 720p across all platforms, with the Switch version running at 30fps. The collection is considered a missed opportunity, lacking ambition, and respect for the iconic franchise. The poor presentation of the games has led to disappointment among fans, with many suggesting alternatives like the Xbox HD collection or emulating the games on PC. The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection highlights the importance of proper emulation and preservation of classic games.
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