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version 1.2.0 for Mouse: P.I. for Hire adds Uncapped VRR and a Balanced 40 FPS mode on Nintendo Switch 2, plus Level Revisit to replay completed levels and HUB access after credits, alongside broader performance tweaks, Weapon Wheel updates, control rebinding improvements, and a long list of bug fixes across stability, progression, UI, audio, and visuals.
Valve released a SteamOS update that adds initial Steam Machine support and brings a batch of display and performance tweaks: faster future OS updates on high‑speed connections, improved USB device compatibility, external HDR/VRR display support, better TV scaling and Desktop mode performance, and GPU driver stability improvements. It also updates Steam Deck LCD/OLED BIOSes (LCD hibernation prep; OLED charge light at a user-set limit) and broadens compatibility with recent Intel/AMD platforms plus vRAM management. Patch notes are live, with mixed user feedback and no prep for Steam Frame announced.
Digital Foundry shows Pragmata on PS5 can render at 1440p on a base PS5 by starting on a PS5 Pro and then transferring a cloud save back to the base console. The stock PS5 runs 1080p with FSR 1 upscaling to output a higher resolution, while the 1440p route delivers noticeably better visuals at the cost of frame rate (e.g., 57fps at 1080p vs 42fps at 1440p in similar scenes) and tighter frame-times. VRR isn’t available system-wide, so performance can suffer during dips; 120Hz VRR with low-framerate compensation would help. Capcom has not officially added 1440p and may patch it out; to revert, delete the Pro-injected save. This is an experimental, unsupported workaround and not recommended for a full playthrough.
The article highlights four little-known HDMI features that can improve modern TVs: enabling enhanced HDMI formats for higher-quality signals, Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for automatic game-mode switching, higher refresh rates and VRR for smoother motion and tear-free gaming, and eARC for full-quality audio back to a soundbar or receiver. It also advises using the right HDMI port (preferably HDMI 2.1), ensuring cables are up to date (Premium High Speed or Ultra High Speed), and checking brand-specific menu names to unlock these capabilities.
Digital Foundry compares Avowed on PS5 to Xbox Series X|S, noting PS5’s VRR helps unlocked modes run smoothly and can edge ahead in performance, while Series X visuals are broadly on par with PS5 Pro. Both platforms offer 30fps quality, 40fps balanced, and 60fps performance modes, with quality mode targeting 1440p and other modes at lower resolutions; the differences are subtle, and DF recommends watching the video or reading the full written review for the complete analysis.
The Nintendo Switch 2 supports VRR in handheld mode but not in TV mode when docked, despite initial advertising suggesting otherwise. Tests show VRR works with other devices through the dock, but Nintendo has not explained why the feature is disabled in TV mode, leading to confusion and speculation about a possible last-minute removal or mistake. The company remains silent on the issue.
The Switch 2's dock supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), but it doesn't work with the console itself. Instead, VRR can be enabled by plugging other handheld devices like the Steam Deck into the dock, allowing for 4K and 120fps gameplay. Nintendo has not yet enabled this feature for the Switch 2, possibly due to ongoing testing, but it is available for other devices when docked.
Digital Foundry is generally pleased with the Nintendo Switch 2, praising its hardware and design improvements, but criticizes its LCD screen for poor HDR performance and motion blurring, which are seen as significant drawbacks compared to the original Switch and OLED models.
Microsoft and ASUS's Rog Xbox Ally, a portable gaming device, features an LCD screen instead of OLED, prioritizing VRR technology for better gaming fluidity and battery life, as it is designed as a secondary device to complement existing setups. This strategic choice reflects a focus on performance and practicality over visual excellence, shaping future portable console trends.
The GNOME 46 desktop release, scheduled for 16 March, may not include Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) integration due to the feature coming down to the wire. The ongoing work around VRR for GNOME includes refining the settings UI and updating the VRR backend support. While it's treated as an experimental feature and may not make it to GNOME 46, efforts are being made to iron out VRR support for the GNOME 47 cycle in the autumn, thanks to funding from Germany's Sovereign Tech Fund.
Microsoft's new Xbox dashboard update for September brings game streaming to Discord friends, VRR improvements for Xbox Series S/X consoles, Xbox voice reporting feature, easier accessory pairing, and the ability to request game invites from friends. The update allows Xbox users to stream gameplay to Discord, customize stream quality, and enables VRR only during gaming. Additionally, players can submit audio clips of inappropriate voice chat messages for review, pair accessories without pushing the Xbox pair button, and request game invites directly from friends.
Gran Turismo 7's latest update introduces four new graphics options, including 120 frames-per-second and VRR, which are "game-changers," according to Digital Foundry. The resolution mode and frame rate mode both offer near-locked 120fps during races, although there are performance dips during replays and menus. The modes sacrifice a 4K resolution, with the resolution mode going down to 1440p, while the frame-rate mode hits 1260p. The new options let you enjoy the game with even smoother performance.