Oliver McKenzie
Digital Foundry contributor and hardware analyst specializing in handhelds and console/platform coverage, frequently providing in-depth device impressions and technical context.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 2h 22min
DF Direct Weekly #231: Borderlands 4 Perf Issues, Nintendo Direct, PS6 BD Drive, GeForce Now 5080!
Oliver McKenzie from Digital Foundry joins the discussion as the team dives into the performance issues plaguing Borderlands 4 on PC. They share highlights from Nintendo's latest Direct, celebrating Super Mario's 40th anniversary with exciting new titles. The conversation shifts to the impressive capabilities of GeForce Now's 5080 tier, alongside Microsoft's cloud gaming advancements. Cautious optimism surrounds the rumored PS6 with a detachable Blu-ray drive, sparking debate on future gaming innovations and console designs.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 2h 12min
DF Direct Weekly #245: Half-Life 3 Steam Machine Launch Game? Skyrim Switch 2 Lag Patch, Marathon!
Oliver McKenzie, a Freelance Digital Foundry contributor, drops by to dissect the latest gaming news. He discusses the intriguing possibility of Half-Life 3 as a Steam Machine launch title amidst hardware challenges. He also reviews the recent patch for Batman: Arkham Knight on Switch/Switch 2 that improves handheld performance but highlights ongoing issues. The conversation shifts to Skyrim's patch that reduces input lag at the cost of frame stability. Plus, there's buzz about Bungie's Marathon and the evolving landscape of handheld gaming.
