➀ The PS5 version of 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle' includes only 20GB of data on the Blu-ray disc; ➁ The game requires an additional 100GB download to play; ➂ The decision not to use a 100GB disc is considered unfortunate, especially considering the minimum size for a 4K Blu-ray is 50GB.
Recent #Console news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Sony has introduced a limited number of new themes for the PS5's Welcome Hub; ➁ The new themes are animated and based on various games; ➂ The update is currently available to select accounts only.
➀ The Australian Classification Board has listed both Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Modern Warfare 3. ➁ The titles are labeled as cross-gen, with MW2 featuring a 'PS5 Cross-Gen Edition'. ➂ Rumors suggest a major Game Pass update is coming soon.
➀ EA Sports has faced criticism for its Switch versions of games, lacking year-on-year tech enhancements; ➁ EA has not confirmed if the Switch 2 versions of EA FC and Madden NFL will include these enhancements; ➂ EA representatives stated that both experiences are being built for the new platform, aiming for feature parity 'as much as the hardware allows'.
➀ The Switch 2's game cartridges are limited to a maximum of 64GB of storage; ➁ Despite the hype, this decision has raised concerns among long-time fans; ➂ The current largest first-party title for Switch 2 is Mario Kart World at 23.4GB.
➀ The article discusses Nintendo's plan for backward compatibility with the Switch 2, addressing the challenges of running older games on new hardware.
➁ It explains the hybrid approach taken by Nintendo, involving software translation similar to Sony's method for PlayStation 4 games on PlayStation 5.
➂ The article mentions the current status of Switch game compatibility on the new system, with around 99% of first-party titles working and around 20% of third-party titles fully playable.
➀ Nintendo considered naming the successor to the Switch console 'Super Nintendo Switch'; ➁ The producer explained that the name was chosen to emphasize the new system developed by Nintendo; ➂ The decision was made to avoid confusion with the Super NES naming convention and to focus on the new system as the latest from Nintendo.
➀ Sony's PS5 Pro will support PSSR upscaler, which aims to match the quality of FSR 4 by next year; ➁ FSR 4's upscaler is a result of collaboration between AMD and Sony; ➂ Mark Cerny, lead console architect, is confident about the improvement of PSSR.
➀ HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 is set to premiere on April 13th; ➁ Sony announces a limited edition Last of Us themed PS5 DualSense controller; ➂ The controller features trophy icons representing the franchise's symbols and will be available on April 10th for £74.99.
➀ Sony has announced a new and improved PlayStation beta program; ➁ The program aims to make it easier for gamers to participate in various software betas; ➂ Users can register their interest in testing PS5 console games, new features, and more.
➀ Call of Duty 2025 is expected to still support last-gen consoles; ➁ It is rumored to be a sequel to Black Ops 2; ➂ This would be the 6th COD title to release on last-gen machines since the launch of PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
➀ Capcom可能正在为其《生化危机》系列游戏开发多款端口，以现代标准进行重制；➁ 新的ESRB评级表明《生化危机：启示录》可能将推出Xbox Series版本；➂ 多款《生化危机》游戏被评级，但没有官方宣布，可能预示着一场大规模的《生化危机》活动。
➀ Phil Spencer discusses Xbox's strategy of releasing more first-party titles on competing platforms; ➁ Addresses the comparison with SEGA's pivot to third-party publishing in the 2000s; ➂ Emphasizes the importance of allowing more people to play on different platforms and the benefits of a diverse portfolio.
➀ Avowed has confirmed support for a 60fps mode on Xbox Series X; ➁ The game will not include level scaling and will allow players to play as a villain; ➂ There is a possibility of post-launch DLC.
➀ The Nintendo Switch has sold over 150 million units, surpassing the DS and nearly reaching the PS2's sales record; ➁ The company is willing to support the original Switch beyond the launch of its successor if there is demand; ➂ Mario Kart 8 + Deluxe has sold over 75 million copies, becoming the 4th best-selling game of all time.
➀ Forza Horizon 5 has been officially announced for PS5; ➁ The game is being developed by Panic Button in collaboration with Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios; ➂ The PS5 version is promised to include the same content as the Xbox and PC releases.
➀ The PS5 has outpaced the PS4 in the US, despite initial sales challenges due to global shortages and pandemic-related issues; ➁ Sony's console is currently 7% ahead of the PS4 in sales; ➂ The Xbox Series X|S, however, has failed to match the sales of the Xbox One, trailing behind by 18%.
➀ The Switch 2's logo has been leaked, confirming the name; ➁ The logo features the number 2 prominently to avoid confusion; ➂ The console is rumored to launch in April, prompting marketing efforts by Nintendo.
➀ Nintendo Switch 2 has been in manufacturing for months, leading to a wave of supply-chain leaks; ➁ Accessory manufacturers have details about the Switch 2 and its dimensions; ➂ A patent confirms Nintendo's plan to support upscaling technologies with the Switch 2.