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Switch 2 Update Sharpens Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Graphics and Slashes Loading Times
technology1 month ago

Switch 2 Update Sharpens Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Graphics and Slashes Loading Times

Nintendo released a Switch 2–focused update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, boosting resolution and sharpness on Switch 2, adding CameraPlay and up to eight-player splitscreen, while most gameplay remains at 60 FPS (with a noted 30 FPS anomaly in some splitscreen cases); loading times are dramatically faster (under four seconds for a race on Switch 2 vs. over nine on the original), with patch 4.0.0 and full notes accompanying the update.

via Nintendo Everything|
#graphics-update#loading-times#mario-kart-8-deluxe
Tiny Discs, Big Impact: Why the GameCube Used Mini DVDs
technology1 month ago

Tiny Discs, Big Impact: Why the GameCube Used Mini DVDs

Nintendo used proprietary 3.15-inch miniDVDs with under 1.5GB capacity for the GameCube to cut costs, shrink the console, and deter piracy, while enabling faster loading and a smaller drive. However, the tradeoffs included no DVD playback like rivals' systems and weaker third-party support, factors that likely limited sales compared with the PlayStation 2 and Xbox.

via Engadget|
#gamecube#loading-times#minidvd
FFXIV Switch 2 faces longer loads; Square Enix to patch optimization
technology2 months ago

FFXIV Switch 2 faces longer loads; Square Enix to patch optimization

Square Enix has confirmed longer loading times on the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 14, especially when the screen fades to black in crowded areas or during dungeon transitions. The delay is linked to data reloading and cache clearing in these scenarios, and an update is in testing to optimize these processes and improve load times.

via Nintendo Everything|
#final-fantasy-14#loading-times#nintendo-switch-2
Sony patent envisions AI-driven PiP content to entertain players during loading and matchmaking
technology4 months ago

Sony patent envisions AI-driven PiP content to entertain players during loading and matchmaking

Sony’s patent would use AI to fill loading and matchmaking waits with picture-in-picture content—videos, highlights, analytics, tips, and promos—from linked apps, timed to the expected wait; if the wait ends early, playback ends early, and the feature could boost engagement or be monetized, though it may be optional or never shipped.

via MP1st|
#ai-content#loading-times#patent
Helldivers 2's Large PC Install Size and Development Challenges Explained
technology1 year ago

Helldivers 2's Large PC Install Size and Development Challenges Explained

Helldivers 2 on PC requires around 150GB due to data duplication used to optimize loading times on HDDs, a method less effective on SSDs. The developers are exploring solutions to reduce the size and improve performance, but significant changes are limited by technical constraints and the need to support HDDs, which are still used by some players. An update is planned to address performance issues, and the game is also available on Xbox Series X/S.

via Eurogamer|
#data-duplication#helldivers-2#installation-size
Enhancing PS5 Pro: SSD Upgrades and Disc Drive Solutions
technology1 year ago

Enhancing PS5 Pro: SSD Upgrades and Disc Drive Solutions

Upgrading a PS5 Pro with a WD_Black SN850X SSD offers additional storage and slightly improved loading times compared to the base PS5 and its predecessor, the WD_Black SN850. While the PS5 Pro's internal SSD still provides the fastest loading times, the added storage capacity of the SN850X is beneficial, especially with current discounts available. The installation process is straightforward, and the SSD is compatible with both the base PS5 and PS5 Pro, making it a worthwhile investment for gamers seeking more storage space.

via Tom's Guide|
#gaming#loading-times#ps5-pro
YouTube Slows Loading on Firefox, Blames Ad Blockers
technology2 years ago

YouTube Slows Loading on Firefox, Blames Ad Blockers

Some users on Mozilla's Firefox browser have reported slower loading times on YouTube, with a delay of a few seconds before the page fully loads. A video posted on Reddit shows that when spoofing the user agent of Firefox to appear as Chrome, YouTube loads up normally without any delay. This suggests that Google may be intentionally slowing down YouTube loading times for Firefox users. While Google has attributed the slowdown to ad-blockers, it does not explain why loading is faster when Firefox is spoofed as Chrome. The cause of the issue is unclear, but it could be a technical bug or a deliberate choice by Google.

via 9to5Google|
#ad-blockers#firefox#google
Blizzard confirms DirectStorage support for Diablo IV in future patch.
gaming3 years ago

Blizzard confirms DirectStorage support for Diablo IV in future patch.

Blizzard has confirmed that Microsoft DirectStorage API is indeed coming to Diablo IV in the future, which could improve loading times in the game. DirectStorage debuted on Xbox Series S|X consoles and was later launched on PC with Forspoken being the only game to support it. Crytek also announced its intention to support DirectStorage in Hunt: Showdown, but there is no official word on when the update will be shipped for either game.

via Wccftech|
#api#diablo-iv#gaming