Digital Foundry Direct Weekly

DF Direct Weekly #165: State of Play Reaction, Sony PC Strategy, COD Black Ops 6 on Game Pass

Jun 3, 2024

Sony's State of Play reactions from Astro Bot to Concord, Sony's PC strategy to sell PS5s through ports, and the big news about COD Black Ops 6 on Game Pass. Discussions on silent hill 2 remake, VR experiences, game trailers, PS5 Pro launch anticipation, GPU technology, and a delightful dining experience at Nando's restaurant.

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Sony focuses on PC ports to boost PS5 sales.

COD Black Ops 6 joins Game Pass on day one.

Behemoth VR offers immersive sword and sorcery aesthetics.

Silent Hill 2 Remake preserves original horror essence.

Game Pass sustainability hinges on subscriber growth.

Deep dives

Visceral VR Action in Behemoth

Behemoth showcases an intriguing VR experience with physical interaction and immersive sword and sorcery aesthetics. The gameplay includes engaging mechanics like catching arrows and using environmental elements for combat, reminiscent of Dark Messiah of Might and Magic. The visuals offer a darker, late 70s to early 80s film-inspired aesthetic, adding a unique touch to the overall experience.

Introduction

3min

Excitement for Upcoming High-FPS Game and Impact on Sony's Lineup

8min

Disappointment with CG Trailers in Game Presentations

20min

Discussion on Regional Restrictions and Access to Games on Steam and Steam Deck

2min

Controversy Over Single-Player Login Requirements

5min

Analyzing the Silent Hill 2 Remake for PS5

11min

Immersive VR Experiences and Visual Enhancements in Gaming

24min

Mixed Reactions to Game Trailers at State of Play Event

5min

Evolution of Gaming Platforms and Strategic Game Releases

28min

10.

Anticipating the PS5 Pro Launch and Game Updates

14min

11.

Innovative Textures and Filtering Techniques in GPU Technology

2min

12.

Exploring Graphics Technology and VR Flicker

25min

13.

Exploration of Dining Experience at Nando's Restaurant

2min

14.

Hosts Express Gratitude for Setup and Engage in Casual Conversations

4min

With the DF team meeting up with IGN this week, this Direct comes to you straight from IGN's UK studio. Rich, John and Alex talk Sony State of Play, from the sublime Astro Bot to the distinctly unimpressive Concord. Meanwhile, the team discuss Sony's intention to sell PS5s from its PC ports and the big news that COD Black Ops 6 will be day one on Game(s) Pass rounds off the week's big stories.

0:00:00 Introduction

0:01:04 News 01: May 2024 State of Play: Astro Bot

0:11:00 Concord

0:19:51 Marvel Rivals, God of War Ragnarök PC, Dynasty Warriors: Origins

0:38:15 Silent Hill 2

0:51:35 Skydance’s Behemoth, Alien: Rogue Incursion

1:00:18 Monster Hunter Wilds, Path of Exile 2

1:10:22 Infinity Nikki, Ballad of Antara, Where Winds Meet, Until Dawn

1:19:23 News 02: Are PlayStation PC ports meant to sell PS5s?

1:36:03 News 03: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will debut on Game Pass

1:47:30 Supporter Q1: What games will Sony advertise alongside the PS5 Pro?

1:55:26 Supporter Q2: Will Nvidia launch another hardware-reliant software feature with 5000 series GPUs?

2:02:35 Supporter Q3: If Hellblade 2 had arrived last year, where would it have ranked on your Graphics of the Year video?

2:07:00 Supporter Q4: What are the best settings for using the Quest 3 wirelessly with a PC?

2:12:20 Supporter Q5: What’s the best way to deal with VRR flicker on OLEDs?

2:15:32 Supporter Q6: How does DLSS affect CPU usage?

2:21:40 Supporter Q7: Could a PS4 handheld enhance the look of older games?

2:24:44 Supporter Q8: What are you ordering for dinner in London?

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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly

DF Direct Weekly #165: State of Play Reaction, Sony PC Strategy, COD Black Ops 6 on Game Pass

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Visceral VR Action in Behemoth

Alien Encounters in Rogue Incursion

Technical Advancements in Silent Hill 2 Remake

VR Excitement in Skydance's Behemoth

Impact of Call of Duty Black Ops 6 on Game Pass Subscription Numbers

Sustainability of Game Pass Model

DLSS and CPU Utilization

Nando's Delight

PS4 Handheld Feasibility

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Visceral VR Action in Behemoth

Alien Encounters in Rogue Incursion

Technical Advancements in Silent Hill 2 Remake

VR Excitement in Skydance's Behemoth

Impact of Call of Duty Black Ops 6 on Game Pass Subscription Numbers

Sustainability of Game Pass Model

DLSS and CPU Utilization

Nando's Delight

PS4 Handheld Feasibility

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