DF Direct Weekly #228: Elden Ring/FF7R Switch 2! #StutterStruggle Fixed? Valve Console Specs! Digital Foundry Direct Weekly podcast

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DF Direct Weekly #228: Elden Ring/FF7R Switch 2! #StutterStruggle Fixed? Valve Console Specs!

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With Rich unable to escape infection at #gamescom2025, it's down to John and Alex to share their impressions from the show, with Oliver completing the panel. The team share their thoughts on the Switch 2 ports of Elden Ring and Final Fantasy 7 Remake in the wake of very negative and very positive reactions from the showfloor. Alex is optimistic about Microsoft's proposed fix for StutterStruggle, while intriguing specs emerge of what may well be a Valve home console. Beyond that, there's more Gamescom reaction, plus thoughts on Kirby Air Riders.

0:00:00 Introduction 0:01:13 News 1: Elden Ring and FF7 Rebirth showcased on Switch 2! 0:11:11 News 2: Microsoft preps shader comp fix for Windows 0:27:21 News 3: Valve “Fremont” console-like device leaks 0:36:49 News 4: Upcoming Capcom titles tested on PS5 Pro 0:49:26 News 5: Gamescom Opening Night Live impressions 1:00:02 News 6: Kirby Air Riders Direct reaction! 1:05:02 News 7: Gamescom hands-on impressions 1:20:30 Supporter Q1: What needs to happen to improve UE5 performance? 1:28:49 Supporter Q2: Should reviewers more heavily critique technical issues in games? 1:32:21 Supporter Q3: Should Microsoft have created a more console-focused Xbox handheld? 1:36:28 Supporter Q4: What are some great games to show off surround sound? 1:42:10 Supporter Q5: Bubsy 4D = GOTY?

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