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Checkerboarding, upscaling, temporal anti-aliasing, dynamic resolution... 4K or 'faux K', PS4 Pro can look great - so what happens when we u…
Hellblade PC vs PS4 Comparison + 1080p60 Tweak Guide
Here's a full breakdown of Hellblade's PC performance, comparisons with PS4 along with the graphics hardware you'll need to hit 60 frames pe…
Call of Duty World War 2: Xbox One X vs PS4 Pro First Look
A first look at how Call of Duty World War 2 compares between PS4 Pro and the new Xbox One X. Image quality, 4K scaling and performance are…
Kingdom Come Deliverance: PC vs PS4 Pro Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
A full breakdown of PC's extra visual features. Everything from parallax occlusion maps to volumetric effects make this a standout PC releas…
Forza Motorsport 7: Analysis and FM6 Comparisons
Tom and Rich discuss what turned out to be only true 4K first party Xbox One X title Microsoft brought to E3. Plus - yes, we compared some N…
PUBG Xbox One/PC/Xbox One X Graphics Comparison
The complete visual breakdown - plus an intriguing look at the Xbox One version's hidden graphics menu!…
InFamous First Light PS4 Pro Analysis
It's another Sony first party exclusive with a Pro patch - and it's not bad at all. Rich offers up the lowdown on the enhancements Sucker Pu…
Resogun PS4 Pro 4K Patch Analysis
Arguably the best PS4 launch title gets a Pro patch - it runs at native 4K and it matches performance of the 1080p original point for point.…
Crash Bandicoot NSane Trilogy - the Complete Analysis
Everything - and we mean *everything* - you need to know about the Crash Bandicoot PS4 remaster. PS4 vs Pro, PS1 comparisons. It's a DF Retr…
Project Cars 2 Console Performance/Resolution Tests
Dave has everything you need to know about Project Cars 2 image quality and performance across all three relevant consoles. And yes, PS4 Pro…
Doom's 4K Patch Analysed: Xbox One X vs PS4 Pro
You get a higher resolution, but 4K? Only in select circumstances and only on Xbox One X. And what are the performance implications?…
Red Dead Redemption 2: Gameplay Trailer #1
Hey everyone, fancy a 68mbps 4K video download of the latest Red Dead Redemption 2 gameplay trailer? Here's the source asset in pristine qua…
4K On A Budget: GTX 970 vs Need For Speed!
John takes the reins for this episode of 4K on a Budget! Can the GTX 970 provide a great racing experience for 4K screens on Criterion's Nee…
Soul Calibur 6 PC Early Build Analysis At 4K!
Armed with a GTX 1080 we set about playing one of the most anticipated upcoming fighting games at a full 4K. The results on Unreal Engine 4…
PlayStation 4 Pro Review: The First 4K Games Console?
Best watched at 1080p in full-screen mode. Rich and the team put the Pro's 4K credentials to the test. Can it handle ultra HD, or is it real…
Outlast 2: PS4/Pro vs Xbox One Analysis
Looks like you get a technically sound game regardless of which console you own.…
Destiny 2 PS4 vs PS4 Pro Beta First Look
Our first look at the PS4 beta with everything you need to know about Pro's 4K support, graphics comparisons, frame-rate tests - the works.…
Assassin's Creed Origins PS4/PS4 Pro Analysis
Here's our first look at Assassin's Creed Origins on PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro.…
Metal Gear Survive Beta: PS4/Pro vs Xbox One/X Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
Is it a true 4K on Xbox One X? And which version has the best frame-rate? Tom gives a rundown of how this early beta build of Meta Gear Surv…
Detroit: Become Human - The Complete Tech Analysis
Quantic Dream has delivered its best game yet with Detroit: Become Human. John dissects the title's technology, realising that this game is…
Battlefield 1 PS4 Pro vs PS4/PC Ultra Comparison and Analysis
Everything you need to know about the Battlefield 1 PS4 Pro upgrade. Extra resolution! Improved effects! Faster performance! But how does it…
Uncharted: The Lost Legacy - The Complete Analysis
Graphics comparisons, frame-rates tests, performance analysis. Yes, we cover off the numbers and the differences, but the real story here is…
4K HDR! Final Fantasy 15 Xbox One X Analysis!
Presented in full HDR for those with compatible devices and displays, here's our complete analysis of the Xbox One X version of Final Fantas…
Ghost of Tsushima E3 2018 Trailer
Looking forward to this one - here's the Ghosts of Tsushima E3 2018 trailer, presented in high bitrate 4K.…
For Honor: Xbox One X vs PS4 Pro/PC!
Our last Xbox One X patch analysis of 2017 - and it's a good one. Ubisoft's X output has been exceptional overall and For Honor hands in som…
No Man's Sky PS4 Pro Path Finder Update Analysis
In addition to all the Pathfinder content additions, how does PS4 Pro's patch improve over base performance? Well, how does 1080p60 and an 1…
Patreon Exclusive: Crash Bandicoot 1/2 PS4 Pro vs PS1 Comparison
Just the comparison clips - and it's quite remarkable how closely John managed to synchronise these extended captures!…
True 4K Isn't The Best Way To Play Rise of the Tomb Raider on Xbox One X
Here's our complete analysis of *that* early Gamescom demo for one of Xbox One X's most eagerly anticipated enhanced titles.…
Ghost Recon Wildlands Xbox One X Analysis
A bit of a surprise package this one - 56 per cent of extra resolution over PS4 Pro, plus a range of visual upgrades.…
Resident Evil 7 on Xbox One X vs PS4 Pro: Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
Another big game got an Xbox One X enhancement! Here's how Resident Evil 7 on X improves over the standard console, along with some intrigui…
Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro First Look: Gameplay Trailer Analysis!
A trailer of many firsts: Red Dead Redemption 2 is presented at 4K in Rockstar's latest gameplay trailer - which also gives us a look at the…
Let's Play Modern Warfare Remastered on PS4 Pro [4K Mode]
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remaster gets a resolution boost to circa 2880x2160 on PS4 Pro. This works out as 125% lift in pixel output ove…
For Honor Beta: PS4 vs PS4 Pro Analysis
For Honor's Beta produces great results on both PS4 and PS4 Pro. Here's a look at graphical differences and performance.…
Wolfenstein 2 PS4 Pro vs PS4/Xbox One Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
The incredible technology of ID Tech 6 returns in Wolfenstein 2 - bringing the volumetric lighting, physically based shading and GPU -accele…
Dragon Ball FighterZ: Every Console Tested
Xbox One X takes on PlayStation 4 Pro, with everything you also need to know about how this game looks and runs on base console hardware too…
Forza Motorsport 7 Xbox One X/ PC/ Xbox One S HDR Head-To-Head
A proof of concept we've put together as we work through the Herculean task of integrating HDR into our video workflow.…
FIFA 17 PS4 Pro vs PS4 Graphics Comparison
Time to break out the dual system control joypad for a forensic comparison of the advantages FIFA 17 enjoys on PS4 Pro. Native 4K? Let's do…
Tekken 7: The Complete Analysis
Everything you need to know about Tekken 7 and how the Unreal Engine is deployed across all versions!…
Uncharted: The Lost Legacy - Reveal Trailer vs Final Game
Remember the original Uncharted 4 reveal being simply too good to be true? Well, here's how The Lost Legacy compares, stacking up its debut…
Fortnite's 60fps Mode Tested On All Consoles!
Graphics comparison and performance analysis with everything you need to know. Can Fortnite's latest upgrade deliver a faultless 60fps in Ba…
Spider-Man PS4 Pro Early Analysis - Insomniac's New Tech Showcase
Insomniac draws on the Ratchet and Clank engine to push some incredible animations and post-effects in Spider-Man. Visually, the only conten…
What Does The Overwatch PS4 Pro Patch Actually Do?
Full analysis of PS4 Pro's upgrade vs PS4 and PC.…
Mafia PS4 Pro/PS4/Xbox One Patch 1.05 Analysis
Patch 1.05 stealthily adds in PS4 Pro support, pushing the game to a native 1440p resolution with other enhanced visual settings. Tom runs t…
Patreon Exclusive: Crash Bandicoot 3 PS4 Pro vs PS1 Comparison
More exclusive footage for Patreon supporters - our raw comparison clips for the Crash Bandicoot 3 comparison!…
4K HDR! Injustice 2 Xbox One X vs PS4 Pro
900p on Xbox One, 1080p on PS4, 1440p on Pro - so where do we go from here? In this video, pit Pro against X in full HDR, using our dual-wie…
God of War: The Complete Tech Analysis
John presents a Digital Foundry deep-dive into the phenomenal visual technology delivered by Sony Santa Monica in the new God of War.…
4K HDR! Shadow of the Colossus PS4 Remake!
Here's a look at Shadow of the Colossus running its 4K output mode (1440p native with impressive TAA) with HDR engaged.…
8K Gaming With GTX 1080 Ti SLI!
Many thanks to Asus for letting us borrow two of their lovely new GTX 1080 Ti Strix cards. We put them to good use, testing Metal Gear Solid…
Batman: Arkham City Patch 1.02 Analysis
Return to Arkham is finally much closer to the game we hoped it would be at launch - on base PS4 hardware. Unfortunately, PS4 Pro support is…
Horizon Zero Dawn: Initial PS4/Pro Analysis
John's been playing Horizon Zero Dawn on PS4 and PS4 Pro for the last couple of weeks. We've got a big tech analysis video in production, bu…
Victor Vran: Locked 60fps on PS4, Pro and Xbox One
It's been out a while on PC, but this week, Victor Vran arrives on consoles. Here's the full lowdown on PS4 and Xbox One, plus the full stor…
Shadow of the Colossus Bluepoint Tech Interview
We love the recent PS4 remake of Shadow of the Colossus - but tech details on the Bluepoint engine were somewhat thin on the ground. John de…
Crash Bandicoot Trilogy: Every Version Tested!
Join John for a comprehensive look at the Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy, tested on ALL consoles, along with a fascinating look at the PC ga…
Super Lucky's Tale on Xbox One X: True 4K at 60fps?
We hunted high and low for true 4K software for Xbox One X at E3 2017, but in the end we turned up just Forza Motorsport 7 and this Unity en…
A super-high bit-rate, direct feed capture of the Metro Exodus trailer from E3 2018!…
Core i3 7350K/i5 7600K/i7 7700K Benchmarks
How does a super-fast Core i3 processor compare to the unlocked Core i5 and i7 Kaby Lake CPUs? All of Intel's K chips compared at clock spee…
Skylake-X Review: Core i9 7900X and More!
Skylake-X is predictably very good and extremely fast, but it definitely feels a little rough around the edges and needs a little polish. Ri…
Sea of Thieves: Xbox One vs PC First Look
An initial look at Sea of Thieves based on the recent beta, with a look at how the PC and Xbox One versions compare, observations on the tec…
Nvidia RTX 2080/ RTX 2080 Ti Review
Rich tests out the RTX 2080 and its monstrous Ti counterpart, compares them to GTX 1080 and 1080 Ti, goes in depth into 4K performance and t…
Batman: Arkham City on PS4 Pro Analysis
Arkham City has stealth Pro support - but it's just the base game running with access to the additional GPU and CPU power. What if that coul…
Elite Dangerous: PS4/PS4 Pro/Xbox One/PC Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate test
It's the largest sandbox you can imagine. Running on the team's Cobra engine, Elite Dangerous simulates a galaxy's worth of exploration, tra…
Anthem E3 2018 Trailer Analysis!
Alex dives deeply into the recently revealed 20-minute gameplay demo for Anthem and presents this technical report!…
Ryzen 7 1800X Review: Good for Gaming?
Rich presents his analysis on Ryzen 7's gaming credentials. It's not as competitive to Intel as we hoped, but there are signs that Ryzen cou…
AMD RX Vega 64 1440p Benchmarks
1440p - whether it's the 16:9 or 21:9 flavour - really is the sweetspot for the Vega 64.…
Intel Hades Canyon NUC with Radeon Graphics! Full Review
This tiny form-factor PC combines Core i7 CPU technology with a custom AMD Radeon RX Vega GPU! Rich discusses the technology, reviews the NU…
Final Fantasy 15: 2006-2016 Demos vs Final Game Graphics Comparisons
First announced in 2006, John tracks the journey of Final Fantasy 15 from its very beginnings right through to the final release of the titl…
Resident Evil Code Veronica X PS4/PS4 Pro - EU and US Versions Tested!
A PS2 classic arrives on PS4 via emulation. Rendering at 1280x960, there's actually two versions of Code Veronica X available with different…
Shadow of the Colossus PS4: Complete Tech Analysis
Call this one a labour of love - John takes a look at the exceptional Shadow of the Colossus remake for PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro, stacks it…
Gears of War 4: Xbox One X HDR Showcase
Tom and Rich sit down to play Gears of War 4 on Xbox One X - and they've captured everything in HDR, including both the 4K mode and the perf…
Gears of War 2 Xbox One X Enhanced + UE3/Gears Retrospective
Join John and Alex for a look at how Gears of War 2 runs in its X-enhanced flavour on Xbox One X and learn about the evolution of Unreal Eng…
Here's Rich's overview of the RX 580. Is it really anything more than overclocked 480?…
Core i7 8700K/ 7700K/ 4790K/ 3770K Benchmarks
How does Intel's latest at stock clocks compared to prior-gen Core i7 processors overclocked to 4.5GHz?…
Yakuza 0 PC: It's A Decent Port!
Everything you need to know about Yakuza 0's PC port. Alex takes a deep look at Sega's late - but very good - conversion. All settings cover…
Star Wars Battlefront 2 PS4 Pro First Look
One of our highlights from Gamescom 2017 was Star Wars Battlefront 2 at the EA booth, with a really cool space battle demo. Rich played it t…
Hands-On With Forza Horizon 4 at E3 2018
John's at E3 and he's had hands-on time with the brilliant Forza Horizon 4. We've got a bunch of native 4K capture for you here from the Xbo…
Core i3 7350K/i5 6500/Pentium G4560 Benchmarks
How fast is the Core i3 7350K? Stock and 4.8GHz overclock benchmarks here up against the Core i5 6500 and the new Budget King, the Pentium G…
Dolby Atmos for Headphones Tested on Plantronics Rig 400
The next generation of surround sound is coming to PC and Xbox One. Dolby Atmos adds a height component to surround, but how does it work on…
Final Fantasy 15 PC Benchmark Analysis!
So how does Final Fantasy 15 run on PC, based on the recently released benchmark? What do the GameWorks features actually do and how much pe…
Gravity Rush 2 PS4/Pro Tech Analysis
We've had a look at Gravity Rush 2 ahead of launch and fetch-quests aside, we rather like it. Here we look at PS4 Pro support, performance o…
Dark Souls 3 PS4 Pro Patch Analysis
The Dark Souls 3 patch 1.11 finally adds PS4 Pro support! From Software promises higher frame-rates - but just how high do they go? Can it r…
Halo Wars 2 on Xbox One X: Enhanced Title First Look
We've covered lots of Xbox One X software, but so far, three-way comparisons with base hardware and PC have eluded us. Until now.…
In Theory: Should Next-Gen Consoles Really Focus on True 4K?
In the leap from 1080p to 4K, we're looking at the biggest jump in pixel-count since PS1 to PS2. Meanwhile, GPU power increases next-gen may…
Facing off against Core i7 7700K and i7 6900K, along with Windows 7/10 and SMT on/off metrics.…
You'll need to choose settings wisely to use Vega 64 at 4K, but it can still deliver a pleasing experience.…
Tech Focus - Anti-Aliasing: What Is It And Why Do We Need It?
What is anti-aliasing? Is it just about smoothing off the jaggies or is there more to it? Join Alex as we isolate what the problems of alias…
Call of Duty Infinite Warfare PS4/PS4 Pro/Xbox One Performance Analysis
Dave examines Call of Duty Infinite Warfare on all three consoles. Which one offers the smoothest experience?…
Horizon Zero Dawn: Guerrilla Games Interview
John and Rich visited Guerrilla Games a while back to get the full technological story behind Horizon Zero Dawn. They sat down with principa…
Monster Hunter World: Complete Tech Analysis
There's a lot to get through on this one! Here's our complete breakdown of Monster Hunter World on base and enhanced consoles. Eight game va…
Halo 5 is Magnificent on Xbox One X
Here's John's full technical breakdown of Halo 5's ultra HD upgrade for Xbox One X. It's the most dramatic improvement over base hardware we…
State of Decay 2: Better Visuals On Xbox One X - But At What Cost?
Exclusive to Xbox One and PC, the launch build of State of Decay 2 is blighted by bugs and mis-steps in optimisation. Tom gives an overview…
Just like the RX 580, the 570 is essentially an overclocked version of its predecessor - but the benchmarks are impressive, and more than th…
Core i7 8700K/ i5 8600K/ i5 8400/ i7 7700K Benchmarks
A look at how the most interesting Coffee Lake processors stack up against the last-gen flagship - the Core i7 7700K.…
Monster Hunter World PC Analysis!
Alex is back with a deep-dive into Monster Hunter World on PC with a detailed breakdown of all the settings, how the game compares to Xbox O…
Patreon Exclusive: Shadow of War 4K Gameplay
Check out Microsoft's E3 briefing for Shadow of War, running at native 4K. Our super high quality download shows off the ultra HD presentati…
The Division 2 PC: 12 Minutes of 4K60 Video
A bit of a monster download here - not quite sure why this footage doesn't compress so well, but if you've got the bandwidth, we've got the…
Core i3 7350K Review: Faster Than An i5?
Intel's made an overclockable i5! How fast is it? Can it beat a standard i5 for gaming? How does it compare to the other Kaby Lake K chips?…
Ryzen 5 1600/1600X vs Core i5 7600K Review
Ryzen brings out the big guns for its mainstream CPUs - six cores, 12 threads. Up against that, the Core i5 holds up well - but given the ch…
Ryzen 3 2200G: A Brilliant Budget PC CPU!
Yes, we've got benchmarks, but more importantly we've got gameplay. Can a $99 Ryzen APU with Vega 8 graphics run PUBG, GTA5, Destiny 2, Over…
Steep PS4/Pro/Xbox One Analysis
Here's a belated look at Ubisoft's winter sports game. We've compared and analysed all console versions and isolated the meagre PS4 Pro impr…
Star Wars Battlefront 2 Beta: PS4/Pro/Xbox One Analysis
Just like many of you, we've been playing the Star Wars Battlefront 2 beta over the last few days. We've already gone in-depth on PS4 Pro, b…
Rise of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X HDR Gameplay
Enjoy this beautiful 4K HDR presentation of the Xbox One X Rise of the Tomb Raider Gamescom demo.…
No Man's Sky Xbox One/Xbox One X Analysis!
No Man's Sky has finally arrived on Xbox One alongside the beautiful Next update. We'll have more on the other versions soon, but in the mea…
Mass Effect Andromeda: PC vs PS4/Xbox One Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
A full breakdown of PC's main advantages over console editions of Mass Effect Andromeda. Higher quality texture maps, superior effects, and…
What Does It Take To Run Destiny 2 PC at 1080p60?
Woah - just how well optimised is Destiny 2 on PC? This could be one of the fastest, most optimal PC ports we've seen for a long, long time.…
PC Gaming: Do You Really Need Ultra Settings?
Alex returns with a new Tech Focus and the question is this. Do you really need ultra settings to get the very best out of your PC games? Wh…
Modern Warfare Remastered PS4 Pro vs PS4 Performance Tested
Well here it is - the base 1080p version of the COD remaster, compared to the Pro version with its 2880x1620 resolution. Oh, and higher perf…
Final Fantasy 15 Tech Analysis
John presents a detailed look at what's hot and what's not in Final Fantasy 15 - from a technical perspective, of course.…
PS4 Pro Boost Mode: Project Cars, Assetto Corsa and F1 2016 Tested!
You've got boost power! PS4 Pro's new "Boost Mode" option brings massive benefits for racing sims in particular. Tom checks out project Cars…
The Last of Us 2 E3 2018 Trailer Tech Analysis
John has a complete lowdown of the technology in play in The Last of Us Part 2's stunning E3 2018 demo.…
Has Respawn Fixed Titanfall 2 on Xbox One X?
The first patch shipped with resolution and performance that could drop below the standard set by PlayStation 4 Pro. Does the new patch solv…
We were at the Microsoft E3 2018 briefing grabbing pristine quality capture direct from the media riser. Here's the beautiful Halo Infinite…
Watch Dogs 2: GTX 1060 vs RX 480 Frame-Rate Test
A vast improvement over the wonky PC version of the original Watch Dogs, Nvidia seems to command a small performance lead here.…
Just how much raw power does two GTX 1080 Ti cards running in SLI offer?…
Destiny 2: PC vs PS4 Graphics Comparison - A Big Upgrade Over Console?
What does PC bring to the table? Vicarious Visions delivers a superb PC rendition of Destiny 2, bearing clear enhancements in frame=rate, s…
Battlefield 5 RTX Gameplay - A Stunning PC Ray Tracing Showcase!
The Digital Foundry team played a special ray tracing-enabled build of Battlefield 5 at Gamescom and spoke to DICE's engineers about the new…
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter: Xbox One X Analysis
The Astronauts bring their superb debut release to Xbox One and Xbox One X... finally! Here's John with the complete analysis and the inevit…
Gears 5 Engine Upgrades: Trailer Analysis
Join Alex for an in-depth look at the Gears 5 reveal and the new tech available to The Coalition!…
Budget CPU Face-Off: Pentium G4560 vs Core i3 6100 vs FX 6300 Benchmarks
The Pentium G4560: two cores, four threads. It's a cheap i3 and it's GREAT for budget rigs. How great? Well, here's a full benchmark breakdo…
Ryzen 5 1600/1600X Gaming Benchmarks
A collection of games and hardware comparison points for AMD's excellent Ryzen 5 1600 and 1600X.…
Ryzen 5 2400G: It's Good But Is It Over-Priced?
The Ryzen 3 2200G is an absolute classic... the Ryzen 5 2400G? Well, it's better but perhaps not enough of an improvement to justify the pri…
Snake Pass: Switch vs PS4 Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
Sumo Digital brings its bright, colourful platformer to multiple formats - with Switch, PS4 and PS4 Pro in the limelight for this analysis.…
The Evil Within 2: PS4/Pro Analysis
Thinking of buying The Evil Within 2? Worried about performance after the first one? John is here to calm your fears...…
Quantum Break: Xbox One X First Look
John's a big Quantum Break fan, and here's his breakdown of how the Xbox One X port is shaping up. Can it handle 4K gameplay? Is it actually…
PUBG Xbox Performance Is Still Not Good Enough
It's been three months now since PUBG was first released - in a pretty shocking state - on Xbox One and Xbox One X. So, just how has the gam…
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Xbox One X Early Analysis - Choose Between 60fps or 4K!
Eidos Montreal rounds off the reboot trilogy, building on Crystal Dynamics' work to create a lush, explorable Peruvian jungle setting. For X…
Ryzen 7 1700: The Best New AMD CPU?
Ryzen 7 is a good but not spectacular gaming CPU - but for those of us who need more than just a games machine, it's well worth considering.…
GTX 1060: Max Q vs Laptop/Desktop - The Best GPU For 1080p60 Notebook Gaming? [Sponsored Content]
In this video, sponsored by Omen by HP, Rich checks out the standard and Max-Q versions of the GTX 1060. How do they stack up against a full…
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1180/2080 Specs/Performance - What Should We Expect?
Kudos to Nvidia, leaks for its forthcoming GTX 1180/2080 have been thin on the ground. Even the naming is far from confirmed! But we do know…
PS4 Pro Boost Mode Tested: Just How Fast Is It?
John sits down with the new Boost Mode feature included in the beta version of the PS4 4.50 firmware update. How does this feature take adva…
Gran Turismo Sport: PS4 vs Pro 1080p Comparison
We've shown you how the Gran Turismo Sport beta looks running in its 4K output mode, but what's in it for 1080p users? How does PS4 Pro comp…
Lawbreakers PS4 Stutters at Launch - But How Bad is it?
An addictive Unreal Engine 4 shooter marred by heavy stuttering on PS4 at launch. It's safe to say this should be in better shape; and while…
Sonic Forces: PS4/Pro/Xbox One/X/Switch - Full Showdown!
John returns to check out every console version of Sonic Forces. Does PS4 Pro offer any advantages over the standard model? Does Xbox One re…
PS4 Pro vs Xbox One X Silicon Head-to-Head
We've seen the Xbox One X processor layout before, but PS4 Pro is something new. And guess what? The two have much in common. Rich explains…
Assassin's Creed Origins: Xbox One X First Look!
We've been poring over our precision 4K captures from the Microsoft Media Briefing and can show you some of the technical secrets of Assassi…
The Best 4K HDR Games for Xbox One X [Sponsored]
We're a couple of weeks into our Xbox One X experience now, so John and Rich decided to put together a compilation video of our favourite HD…
Forza Horizon 4 E3 2018 Showcase
A pristine quality version of the Forza 4 reveal at E3 2018. Massively high bitrates - you know you want it.…
Core i5 7600K vs 6600K vs 2500K Benchmarks
Stock and 4.2GHz overclocks compared between three generations of Core i5 processor.…
Prey PC Analysis: Even A Budget Rig Can Hit 1080p60!
Well done to Arkane Austin! Even running the powerful CryEngine, Prey runs really well. GTX 1060 and RX 580 will max the game at 1080p easil…
Destiny 2 PC: Can You Play on Intel Integrated Graphics?
Destiny 2 PC is super-optimal, but just how low can you go? We test i5 integrated graphics, the Pentium G4560's inbuilt GPU and we even take…
GTX 1050 3GB Review: The Last Pascal?
Is this the end of the line for Nvidia's Pascal technology? Recently, a new three gig version of the GTX 1050 snuck out - likely the final d…
Battlefield 1 PS4 Pro vs PS4 Multiplayer Performance
We set out to prove that BF1 runs better on PS4 Pro in the all-important multiplayer mode. Do Pro owners have a gameplay advantage? Lower la…
Patreon Exclusive: Forza Motorsport 7... Trucks!
Some additional footage from E3 that didn't make its way into our analysis video.…
Redout Xbox One X Resolution + Frame-Rate Re-Test
A fully refreshed look at Redout on Xbox One X. A word of apology to the developer 34BigThings - this game's dynamic resolution system was m…
Nier Automata Xbox One X Gameplay!
15 minutes taken from the E3 build. Its 4K support is... interesting, to say the least.…
Pentium G4560 Review: The New Budget CPU King
Holy crap, this thing is stupidly fast for a budget processor. The Pentium G4560 is a dual-core CPU with hyper-threading. It's basically an…
Coffee Lake: The Most Exciting Intel CPU Launch In Years?
How does the sound of a six-core i5 or i7 sound? Based on the leaks surrounding Intel's new Coffee Lake series of CPUs, that's exactly what…
Sea of Thieves PC Performance Guide
So what does the PC version of Sea of Thieves offer over and above the console versions and what kind of hardware do you need to hit 60 fram…
DF Videocast #9: Project Scorpio vs PS4 Pro
After a massive week here at Digital Foundry, Rich and Tom sit down to discuss the huge Scorpio reveal and what it means for the current con…
4K HDR! Sea of Thieves on Xbox One X!
We've not done a full 4K HDR video for a while, but after playing Sea of Thieves we thought it was worth it!…
Call of Duty Black Ops 4: Xbox One/Xbox One X Beta Test - The Most Demanding Call of Duty Yet?
Tracking back to this month's multiplayer beta, Black Ops 4 is shaping up best on Xbox One X. It relies on a dynamic resolution going up to…
Ryzen 7 1700/1700X/1800X Benchmarks
All three eight-core Ryzens face-off against the Core i7 7700K.…
Vega 56 managed to effectively beat GTX 1070, but has AMD repeated the trick with Vega 64? Rich takes a look at performance and wonders - ha…
Crysis 2 Revisited: The Console Effect!
The sequel to one of PC's most celebrated exclusives went multi-platform, with a huge impact to CryEngine technology and the core make-up of…
PlayStation 4 Pro: Power Consumption, Noise & Heat Tests
Unfinished business for Rich as he tests PS4 Pro's energy efficiency and acoustics, stacked up against a launch model PS4 and the new Slim.…
Kingdom Come Deliverance: PS4/Pro vs Xbox One/X Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
An ambitious debut from Warhorse Studios, who have forged a massive open-world RPG using Cryengine technology. The fortunes of each console…
Patreon Exclusive: Anthem E3 Trailer Download
Looking for the best possible way to view the astonishing Anthem E3 trailer? How does a super bit-rate 4K download, swiped straight from Mic…
4K Xbox 360 Games Tested on Xbox One!
Microsoft is enhancing Xbox 360 games to run at 4K on the X - but what resolutions are you actually getting, how well do they run, and what…
Dying Light 2 4K60 at E3 2018!
A direct 4K, 60 frames per second feed of the Dying Light 2 reveal at Microsoft's E3 2018 presser!…
Core i5 7600K Stock vs Overclock Benchmarks
See how i5 performance scales according to clock speed - and memory bandwidth.…
Graphics comparisons and performance tests prove one thing: Arkane Austin's epic really is a PC game first and foremost and if you have the…
Nvidia GTX 1070 Ti Review: Better Than Vega 56?
Nvidia has made a new GPU that slots right between GTX 1070 and GTX 1080 - but how does it compare to RX Vega 56? And is the pricing good en…
Dying Light Bad Blood First Look/Tech Discussion
A battle royale game with just 12 players? How good can that possibly be? Well, when you're dealing with Dying Light, parkour traversal and…
How to Transfer PS4 Hard Drive Data to PS4 Pro
What are the quickest and best ways to transfer your game data from PS4 to PS4 Pro? Rich suggests three different ways to get the job done.…
Ark: Survival Evolved PS4/Pro/Xbox One Final Code Analysis
Years in the making, Ark: Survival Evolved has finally emerged from Early Access. Have the console versions improved that much? How well do…
Patreon Exclusive: Sea of Thieves E3 4K Gameplay Demo
A pristine, high bitrate version of Microsoft's E3 gameplay demo.…
Nier Automata Xbox One X First Look Analysis!
Nier Automata was a surprise reveal for Microsoft at E3 2018. Previously a PlayStation/PC exclusive, we take a look at the Xbox One X demo b…
Pentium G4560 vs i3 7350K/i5 7600K/i7 7700K Gaming Benchmarks
So let's say you've built a new Kaby Lake budget rig. What are your future upgrade options? Just how much power can you unleashed with a lat…
AMD RX Vega 56 1080p Benchmarks
We don't particularly recommend running any of the cards benched here at full HD resolution, but for those who do - here are the performance…
Far Cry 5: PC Settings and Performance Guide
We've checked out the console builds of Far Cry 5 and we're impressed - but what more can you extract from the Dunia engine via the top-end…
Dark Souls Remastered: Switch Trailer Analysis + Xbox 360 Graphics Comparison!
A super early look at one of Nintendo Switch's most anticipated remasters. Even with limited trailer footage to analyse, evidence here sugge…
4K HDR! Far Cry 5 PC at 60fps!
You've seen Far Cry on Xbox One X and Pro, but you've not seen it at 60 frames per second in full HDR! Rich takes the conn for the capture,…
Devil May Cry 5 Xbox One X First Look!
Join John and Alex for a look at Devil May Cry 5 running in its 4K output mode on Xbox One X, as seen at Gamescom last week. Seemingly runni…
Mass Effect Andromeda PC: GTX 1060 vs RX 480 + Settings Tweaking Tips
It's a console game that runs at 30fps with various resolution settings - but what does it take to hit a full 1080p60 on mainstream GPUs? Da…
Intel Coffee Lake: Core i7 8700K Review
It's fast. Sometimes brutally fast. A hushed awe please for the new i7 - faster for gaming than the 7700K, faster than six, eight and ten-co…
How much of a Metro/4A nerd is Alex? You're about to find out in this detailed analysis of real-time PC gameplay from the phenomenal-looking…
The Last Guardian: Get Smoother PS4 Pro Performance on 4K Screens
Trade in resolution for more consistent performance on The Last Guardian on PS4 Pro with this guide... though maybe we should actually have…
More PS4 Pro Boost Mode Tests: Community Requests
You ask, we deliver. Nine more games tested under PS4 Pro boost mode! Sometimes the results show big improvements, but elsewhere, pickings a…
Why Can't Destiny 2 Run at 60fps on PS4 Pro?
The team at Bungie confirms Destiny 2's support on PS4 Pro - a game that continues to target 30fps on console, leaving PC the only exponent…
Anthem: Xbox One X E3 Demo - Is it the real deal?
A demo that looks too good to be true - but is it? Here we see Xbox One X gameplay in action at 4K (with checkerboarding), where Tom weighs…
4K HDR! Horizon: The Frozen Wilds Tech Analysis
Presented in full 4K and HDR for those with compatible displays, here's John's complete tech analysis of the beautiful Frozen Wilds DLC for…
More direct feed capture straight from the media riser at the MS presser. This time, a pristine capture of the Kingdom Hearts 3 trailer! Loo…
Call of Duty Infinite Warfare GTX 1060 vs RX 480
Dave sits down with the PC version of Call of Duty Infinite Warfare. We had some issues getting decent performance from BLOPs 3, but this is…
Shadow Warrior 2 Console vs PC Analysis
Flying Wild Hog know their tech - so while Shadow Warrior 2 is solid enough on console, we're disappointed by the lack of HDR support, and w…
PC CPU Review 2017: A True Generational Leap... Finally?
Rich singles out the Core i7 8700K, Ryzen 5 1600 and the Pentium G4560 as the standout products of an excellent year for PC CPU technology.…
A quick bonus for our Patreon supporters - a runthrough of the short, FPS-based Rage 2 demo from Gamescom. This was running on PC but seems…
PS4 Pro vs PS4 SSD Loading Times: Does SATA 3 Make A Difference?
Does PS4 Pro's use of SATA 3 result in faster SSD loading times? We put this to the test, installing the same OCZ Trion 100 SSD to both the…
Nier Automata PS4 vs PS4 Pro Final Code Analysis
Nier Automata is now out in Japan, ahead of its Western release. So we bought it, downloaded it and analysed it. 900p on base PS4, 1080p on…
WipEout Omega Collection: PSVR Analysis!
Woah - this is amazing stuff! The already excellent WipEout Omega Collection comes to PlayStation VR, but on a platform with so many cutback…
Titanfall 2 Runs at 6K Max on Xbox One X! But Could Other Games Follow?
Does Xbox One X have the power to push beyond 4K in future games? Tom considers the evidence in its 4K demos so far, and reports from Respaw…
For Honor: Console vs PC Analysis
Ubisoft's latest is really rather impressive - but 60fps really makes a difference. We compare the visual differences and run the game on GT…
AMD RX Vega 56 1440p Benchmarks
The sweetspot for performance and image quality, 1440p is where it's at for cards like the Vega 56.…
Digital Foundry Office Tour + Core i9 vs Threadripper DF Workstation Face-Off!
We're leaving our offices, so before we depart, we thought we'd show you where we've been working for the last couple of years. And what abo…
PS4 Pro vs PlayStation VR: How Much Better Is It?
Tom's spent most of the week immersed in virtual reality on Sony's new VR platform - so to what extent does PlayStation 4 Pro improve the PS…
Sony Platinum Wireless Headset
After years using the old 'Gold' headset, Tom gets to grips with Sony's new Platinum headphones with its bespoke 3D audio. So does it work a…
Dragon Quest Builders: Switch vs PS4/PS4 Pro Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
Does Switch do enough to step up to the PS4 version? Visual settings are on the same level between the two, besides a drop to 720p on Switch…
Red Dead Redemption 2 Trailer #3: New RAGE Engine Tech Upgrades Analysis!
Our third peak of perhaps this year's most anticipated game is also the longest. Tom dissects two minutes of new, pristine-quality footage s…
Patreon Exclusive: Rise of the Tomb Raider Enriched 4K Xbox One X Gameplay
Exclusive to our Patreon supporters, a playthrough of the Gamescom Xbox One X demo in Enriched 4K mode.…
Red Dead Redemption on Xbox One X - The 4K Remaster You've Been Waiting For!
A refresher before Rockstar's sequel releases this Winter - Red Dead Redemption gets the 4K treatment on Xbox One X. It's the first time thi…
Snake Pass: Complete Tech Analysis + Xbox One vs Switch/PS4/PC Comparison
John goes in-depth with Sumo Digital's charming physics-based platformer. Visuals are put into comparison between Xbox One, PC, Switch at la…
DF Retro Extra: Sonic 2 HD/Sonic 2006 Remake Analysis!
Sonic Mania propelled the franchise back to greatness, but did you know that its creator - Christian Whitehead - began as a community develo…
Battlefield 5 PC First Look: Frostbite Evolved?
Alex takes a look at the closed alpha, offering a look at the PC ultra experience along with suggestions for the final game.…
The Last of Us Remastered PS4 Pro vs PS4 Performance Analysis
The Last of Us on PS4 Pro runs worse than the standard PS4 model while targeting 60fps. With the resolution set to 1800p in its 60fps mode o…
The Last of Us Remastered Patch 1.08 Analysis
In response to our report on The Last of Us Remastered running slower on PS4 Pro compared to original hardware, Naughty Dog has released a n…
Gran Turismo Sport vs GT6: A Generational Leap?
We'll have a full analysis from final code, but for now, here's how the GT Sport beta shapes up on the Nurburgring vs Gran Turismo 6.…
Secret of Mana Remake: Full Analysis
Our comparison of the original Secret of Mana on Super NES vs the new remake running on PS4 Pro, PS4, PC and - yes! - PlayStation Vita! Ever…
Quantum Break Xbox One X: Smoother Performance - But At What Cost?
When we looked at Quantum Break during the Xbox One X previews, the game impressed visually but performance was a worry. The final release i…
Native 4K, pristine version of the Cyberpunk 2077 episode at the E3 2018 Microsoft press conference, captured from a 4K60 feed supplied by t…
Just how fast is the new Core i5 7600K? How fast does it overclock and what else is required to push gaming speed to the limit? Rich investi…
Vanquish PC - The Port You've Been Waiting For!
Platinum Games' finest shooter has come to PC and it's simply immense. Here's how the game looks and runs on PC, and how it compares to the…
PC Graphics Review 2017: A Bit Disappointing?
GTX 1080 Ti and RX Vega 56 aside, 2017 was hardly a vintage year for PC graphics.…
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: PC Tech Analysis
Join Alex for a detailed breakdown of the PC version of Shadow of the Tomb Raider, complete with Xbox One X comparisons - plus some RTX.…
Ghost Recon Wildlands Open Beta Analysis
Ghost Recon enters a massive open world - but can the current-gen consoles handle it? Dave tests out the open beta on PS4, Pro and Xbox One.…
Redout: The Complete Console Analysis
Redout arrives on PS4/Pro and Xbox One. It's a superb futuristic racer on PC, but how does it compare on the consoles - and crucially, can t…
What are 4K Assets and Why Do We Need Them?
So, Microsoft is talking about 4K assets - but what do they actually mean? What are they? How do they make gaming visuals look better? Do yo…
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review!
Three new GPU kings in under a year. Nvidia's on a roll - so just how powerful is the new GTX 1080 Ti? Can it beat Titan X Pascal - and is i…
You can game at 4K with this class of hardware, but we recommend judicious settings tweaks and an adaptive sync display for the best experie…
Far Cry 5 vs Far Cry 2 Engine Analysis: A Decade of Tech Evolution
Maybe you've seen those YouTube videos showing Far Cry 2 using engine features absent from Far Cry 5... so what's going on? Alex investigate…
Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 Console Analysis
PS4, PS4 Pro and Xbox One battle it out in this CryEngine-powered shooter.…
Monster Hunter World Beta: First Look!
We'll have more on Monster Hunter World after the game launches but in the meantime, we spent the weekend playing the final beta - here are…
OnRush is a spiritual successor to Motorstorm with the tricks and sass of SSX and the all-out carnage of Burnout. John and Rich check out th…
Patreon Exclusive: Rise of the Tomb Raider High Frame-Rate Xbox One X Gameplay
Just how close does Xbox One X get to delivering 1080p60 with Rise of the Tomb Raider? We've only got limited content to look at, but here's…
Red Dead Redemption: Undead Nightmare - Xbox One X Delivers Again!
Rockstar's horror expansion pushed Xbox 360 hard at the time - with engine changes to support a new zombie apocalypse twist. But does that a…
Forza Horizon 4 Gamescom Demo: Third-Person Gameplay
A run through the Gamescom demo, using Forza Horizon 4's standard third-person viewpoint.…
Does Yooka-Laylee Really Have Performance Issues?
Full Xbox One, PS4 and PC graphics comparison and frame-rate testing. Everything you need to know about how well Playtonic's debut game runs…
Cuphead: Taking Retro to the Cutting Edge
Cuphead is a truly remarkable release, combining retro-style gameplay with unique vintage visuals. Here's the complete tech breakdown along…
The Hunt Showdown - A PC/CryEngine Tech Showcase!
This is a rather excellent game that's well worth a look - an example of how high-end CryEngine features work to tangibly enhance gameplay -…
Why Do Some PS4 Pro Games Run Slower Than Base PS4?
Overall, PS4 Pro does deliver higher resolutions and performance. But some titles actually run slower on the new console. Why?…
Paragon PS4 Pro: Enhanced for 1080p Only - Full Analysis
Most PS4 Pro titles are enhanced with resolution boosts for 4K monitor support. Paragon is different. It scales up from 900p on base hardwar…
Can PS4 Pro Boost Mode Fix Just Cause 3?
Join Dave as he tests out Just Cause 3 running on PS4 Pro under boost mode. Can the additional CPU and GPU clocks radically improve this per…
The Division 2: Xbox One X at E3 2018!
Yeah, this is looking hot! The Division 2 on Xbox One X, captured directly from Microsoft's uncompressed feed at the media briefing!…
Rich pushes the Core i7 7700K to its extremes: is this the fastest gaming CPU on the market?…
How Fast Is A GTX 1070 Laptop? What About 4K and G-Sync? [Sponsored]
In this video, sponsored by HP Omen, Rich checks out the mobile version of the GTX 1070. Is it as powerful as the desktop GTX 1070? Can you…
Digital Foundry's Games of 2017 - The Linneman Collection
Yes, we specialise in gaming tech analysis, but our final video of 2017 is something different. John looks back over the year and chooses hi…
GeForce RTX Unboxing + Turing Performance Tech Explained!
Rich sits down quickly to unbox some Nvidia RTX Founder's Edition GPUs and to talk about new enhancements to the Turing architecture, design…
Nier Automata PS4 vs PS4 Pro Demo Analysis
Platinum Games is an awesome studio its latest - Nier Automata - is looking really impressive, with plenty of PS4 Pro enhancements.…
Danger Zone 2: Xbox One X First Look
We've been waiting for a Burnout sequel - or spiritual successor - for years now. Three Fields Entertainment are on the job, but the journey…
Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti 1080p Benchmarks
You're wasting a lot of GPU power by gaming with the Ti at 1080p...…
It's finally here! Rich takes a look at the star of the line-up - the Radeon RX Vega 56, stacking it up against GTX 1070, GTX 1080 and the t…
Tech Focus - Ray Tracing: The Future of Graphics Tech?
Ray tracing promises to deliver a massive increase to the fidelity of gaming graphics. But what is it? How does it work? And to what extent…
How to Set-Up HDR for PS4 Pro/Xbox One S on Samsung 2016 Screens
We recommend the Samsung KS7000/ KS8000 as the best mid-range 4K TV with HDR support. The only problem is that set-up is not easy - it requi…
Seagate Firecuda 2TB Review: The Ultimate PS4 Upgrade?
Tom reviews the Seagate Firecuda 2TB. It combines 2TB of storage with hybrid SSD functionality. Can it drastically reduce PS4 and PS4 Pro lo…
Forza Motorsport on Project Scorpio Report!
Watch this video to learn more about how the Forza Motorsport engine runs on Project Scorpio hardware, plus we've added some basic PC compar…
Patreon Exclusive: 11 Minutes of Killer Instinct 4K Xbox One X Gameplay
663 seconds of action from the first 4K60 console fighting game, spliced together for our Patreon supporters.…
Morrowind Xbox One Back Compat Analysis!
It's all about the performance. Morrowind on Xbox One X almost doubles frame-rate over the original game, while increasing resolution by 16x…
Forza Horizon 4 Gamescom Demo: First-Person Gameplay
A run through the Gamescom demo for Forza Horizon 4, this time with the dashboard viewpoint enabled.…
Bayonetta on PC: A Superb New Way to Play
The game's almost eight years now so this PC port is well overdue - but thankfully, it's a great conversion and the gameplay is still golden…
Intel Coffee Lake: Core i5 8400/ i5 8600K Review
Last-gen i7 performance for i5 money. The new Coffee Lake i5s are put to the test in this extensive analysis.…
No Man's Sky Next PC: Brilliant Visuals But Performance Is Concerning
Alex takes an extended look at the No Man's Sky Next update on PC. It looks beautiful but there are a range of performance problems and issu…
The Last Guardian: Nine Years of Development in 14 Minutes
Tom tracks the development of The Last Guardian from its original target render right through to the technical make-up of the final game. It…
Sniper Elite 4 Console Comparison Analysis
Join Tom as he dissects the console versions of Sniper Elite 4 - how fast do they run, what are the visual differences and what improvements…
Prey Gets PS4 Pro Support - But Why Is It Stuttering?
The Pro upgrade is finally here, adding plenty of new effects - but further tinkering to the PS4 code has compromised one of the best things…
Metal Gear Survive: Final Code Analysis
John and Tom sit down to discuss the final retail versions of the console game. Is performance and image quality improved over the beta code…
9 Minutes of Forza Motorsport 7
Want to see this game the way it was meant to be seen? Here's a look at Forza 7 as only we can show it.…
Halo Infinite Trailer Analysis
Join Rich for a forensic look at the Halo Infinite trailer. What makes the Slipspace engine so special? Is it an actual generational leap an…
Core i7 7700K vs i5 7600K Gaming Benchmarks
Ever wanted to know how much faster the Core i7 is than the i5 when pushed to the limits? The answer may surprise you.…
Asus ROG Zephyrus with GTX 1080 Max-Q Review
A full-fat quad-core i7 with a GTX 1080 in a 15-inch thin and light notebook - is this just too good to be true? Rich takes a good, long, ha…
We've played a lot of PUBG on Xbox One and Xbox One X and the experience needs work... so how does the PC version, now at v1.0 release statu…
Subor Z-Plus Hands-On: First Look + Benchmarks
Last month, Zhongshan Subor announced a new China-only console featuring a Ryzen CPU with Radeon Vega graphics in a brand-new AMD SoC! We we…
Watch Dogs 2 Xbox One/PS4/PS4 Pro Analysis
How well does Ubisoft's latest open-worlder work on Xbox One, PS4 and PS4 Pro? Graphics comparisons, performance analysis - we've got the wh…
The Last Guardian Patch 1.03 Analysis
The Last Guardian's patch 1.03 massively improves camera responsiveness, but does it boost the standard PS4's frame-rate as well? Tom invest…
Xbox One X Game Upgrades: Can We Expect True 4K?
What can we expect from first and third party game upgrades from Xbox One X? Can the most demanding titles hit native 4K - and what games wo…
Forza Horizon: Xbox One X Back-Compat Analysis at 4K!
It still plays like a dream. Amazingly, this Xbox 360 title looks gorgeous even today, with resolution boosted by 9x thanks to this Xbox One…
Dying Light 2 First Look + Dev Interview
We had a chance to see Dying Light 2 at E3, and to discuss the game with Techland - this is our report.…
Starcraft Remastered vs Original Graphics Comparison
Blizzard's classic 1998 RTS makes a grand return with spruced-up textures supporting 4K screens, improved lighting and upgraded shadows. The…
The Trouble With PC Benchmarks...
There's something wrong with the benchmark tools built into a range of PC games, often failing spectacularly to reflect real-life in-game pe…
Final Fantasy 15 PS4 Pro vs PS4 Performance Analysis
A look at how performance stacks up on PS4 and Pro. It manages to hit 30fps, but frame-pacing is so, so wrong. John reveals all.…
Kingdom Hearts 3 vs Toy Story Graphics Comparison
Are Kingdom Hearts 3's visuals better than those in the original Toy Story? With a new D23 trailer showing a Toy Story themed level, we can…
Detroit: Become Human - PS4/Pro Comparison!
Join John and Rich for further discussion on Detroit: Become Human, covering off the technical differences between the PS4 and Pro versions,…
SSX 3 - A Retro Masterpiece Even Better on Xbox One
John dives back into one of the best snowboarding games ever made - SSX 3. Thanks to the Xbox One backwards compatibility program, it's now…
Batman: Return to Arkham - The Most Disappointing X upgrade?
The Batman Arkham franchise is perhaps the least best served on the enhanced consoles - no Arkham Knight upgrade, and a poor PS4 Pro impleme…
Radeon RX 580/ RX 570 1080p Benchmarks
The new AMD hardware up against RX 480 and the Nvidia rivals.…
Star Wars Battlefront 2 Beta: The PC Breakdown
We managed to cram in some time with the PC version of the Battlefront 2 beta during its final hours. Here's what we found out.…
Core i9 9900K: Why We Need A Leap In CPU Power
Just how much CPU power do we really need? With the Core i9 9900K set to deliver eight cores and 16 threads, will games actually make use of…
Ark Survival Evolved: PS4 Pro vs PS4 Analysis
Tom and Dave meet up to discuss Ark on PS4 and PS4 Pro. Can its excellent concept overcome dodgy image quality, really bad bugs and question…
Final Fantasy 15: PS4 Pro Patch - 60fps At Last?
This isn't good. Final Fantasy 15's new PS4 Pro patch lets frame-rates go unlocked while in the 'lite' mode - but the game simply doesn't hi…
Patreon Exclusive: Metro Exodus 4K30 Trailer
The very best 4K version of this asset available. Enjoy.…
4K HDR! The Witcher 3 Blood and Wine on Xbox One X!
CD Projekt Red pushed hard with the Blood and Wine DLC to create an even richer experience - so just how well does it hold up on Xbox One X,…
Gears of War E3 2018 Presentation
All three Gears titles here, with a full-on 4K60, high bitrate presentation, direct from the E3 media riser.…
Core i7 7700K vs 6700K/4790K/3770K Gaming Benchmarks
A look at how gaming performance scales across generations of Core i7 processors.…
Skylake-X: Core i9/Core i7 Gaming Benchmarks
The mighty ten-core Core i9 7900X takes on the eight-core 7820X, the six-core 7800X and the quad-core 7740X. Plus some bonus Skylake-X vs Br…
Does Patching Spectre/Meltdown Slow Down Your Gaming PC?
Two massive security issues are plaguing PCs - codenamed Meltdown and Spectre. Fixed are now starting to roll out in the form of Windows upd…
Metro Exodus RTX Ray Tracing: The Next Level in Lighting?
Join Alex and John for a detailed discussion of Metro Exodus, focusing on the game's beautiful ray tracing implementation! It's early in dev…
No Man's Sky: Patch 1.23 - PS4 Pro Performance Boosted!
A frame-rate boost, and a new 30fps cap option arrive to both PS4 and PS4 Pro. It's also the first time we've seen Sony's original PS4 run w…
Unboxing the 500m PS4 Pro Limited Edition!
Join Rich for an unboxing of the super-deluxe PlayStation 4 Pro 500 Million Limited Edition! And stick around for the CUH-7100 series hardwa…
Forza Motorsport 7 Xbox One X Gamescom Demo Analysis
It took John and Rich around 2.5 hours to back-up the 800GB of game data they captured at Gamescom. Included in that archive is new 4K video…
Crackdown: Xbox One X Back-Compat vs Xbox 360 Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test!
As we wait for Crackdown 3, here's a refresher of how great the original Xbox 360 game is - now running at 4K thanks to the Xbox One X's lat…
Anthem EA Play Gameplay Trailer
Here's the source file quality asset of the big 20-minute Anthem gameplay demo! It's 6.2GB of high bitrate action - but we've provided a hig…
AMD RX Vega 64 1080p Benchmarks
Here's the outlook for 1080p gamers with the new Vega 64 - in truth, this is way too much GPU power for what is a meagre resolution judged b…
10 Years On, Crysis Can Still Melt Your PC
Crysis is one of Alex's favourite games. It's a tech showcase built like no other - and in many ways, it still holds up today. Sit back as w…
Uncharted 4 vs Uncharted 2 - 'The Village' Graphics Comparison
Naughty Dog's latest multiplayer update returns us to the village stage from Uncharted 2 - which made us wonder, how does the game compare f…
Nioh PS4 vs PS4 Pro Tech Analysis
Three different rendering modes analysed across two different consoles. Team Ninja is back, and Nioh is a spectacular return to form.…
PS4 External USB Drive Loading Time Tests - Upgrade Options Compared!
It works brilliantly, but what are the best ways to use PS4's extended storage feature? Tom runs through the merits of buying a sizeable 4TB…
Uncharted: The Lost Legacy First Look
Uncharted 4's single-player DLC has evolved into a full title with as much gameplay as Drake's Fortune - but what about the technology power…
Here's a look at H1Z1's open beta on PS4, with full visual comparisons and performance testing. Both systems aim for 60fps, but PS4 Pro user…
Shadow of War: Early Xbox One X vs PS4 Pro Graphics Comparison + Frame-Rate Test
Is it a true 4K on console? An initial look at this early Xbox One X build of Shadow of War shows it's shaping up nicely ahead of launch. Co…
PUBG Miramar Map Tested on Xbox One!
PUBG's second map - Miramar - is coming to Xbox One. But just how close is it to the PC version? And has performance improved at all with th…
Forza Horizon 4 Xbox One X: 1080p60 or 4K30 - You Decide!
Playground Games returns with Xbox One X as the lead platform. This time we get a mode for 4K visuals, and a separate performance mode that…
Radeon RX 570/580 1440p Benchmarks
Here's a look at how AMD's latest compares to the outgoing RX 480 and its Nvidia competitors.…
The Evil Within 2: Xbox One and PC Analysis
Here's the full breakdown on the Xbox One and PC versions - not quite as impressive as their PS4 counterpart.…
New AMD Console Tech: Ryzen CPU+Vega Graphics!
Oh - and it's not just a console, it's a Windows PC too! Rich takes a look at the specs of AMD's collaboration with Zhongshan Subor - with a…