Switch 2 Leaks! Upscaling Tech the FUTURE of Gaming? Microsoft is Limping

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In this conversation, Bill, Russ, and Cary discuss their recent projects and then dive into rumors about the upcoming Nintendo Switch. They discuss the possibility of using magnets to attach the Joy-Cons, the issue of Joy-Con drift, and the potential for a higher resolution screen. They also touch on the idea of backward compatibility and the challenges of implementing DLSS technology. Overall, they have differing opinions on the necessity of a 1080p screen and the potential improvements to the Joy-Cons. The conversation in this part focuses on the potential upgrades and features of the rumored Nintendo Switch Pro, including resolution, upscaling, and backward compatibility. The hosts discuss the possibility of a higher resolution screen and the use of DLSS technology to improve graphics. They also speculate on the relationship between Nvidia and Nintendo and the potential monetization models for upgraded games. The conversation then shifts to AMD's Fluid Motion Frames and its potential application in handheld devices like the Steam Deck. The hosts share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness of AFMF and its impact on frame rates and gameplay. Xbox sales are down 30%, but Microsoft is making money from Game Pass. The Series S is not available in Japan. The future of the Xbox series is uncertain, with some speculating about a next-generation handheld device. The hardcore gaming community is already shifting towards PC gaming and waiting for PC versions of PS5 games. However, Game Pass is still a significant revenue stream for Microsoft. In this conversation, the hosts discuss their thoughts on Xbox and its future. They talk about their personal experiences with Xbox and how Game Pass has influenced their gaming habits. They also speculate on the future of Xbox, including the possibility of going third party and the need for a handheld device. The hosts express their concerns about Xbox's current position in the market and the lack of incentives to own Xbox hardware. They also touch on the topic of cross-platform characters in games like Fortnite and the limitations imposed by Nintendo on allowing Samus from Metroid to appear in the game.

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00:00:00 - Emulation News

00:07:27 - Switch 2 Rumors

00:34:11 - Upsaling and Frame Generation …. the Future?

00:52:24 - Microsoft NEEDS a new Fallout … NOW!

00:59:16 - Microsoft is Limping

01:13:46 - You got Samus in my Fortnite!