Nintendo Switch 2 Tech Analysis: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Frame Rate & Resolution

The highly anticipated third-party title, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2. Recent insights from Digital Foundry provide a comprehensive look at the technical performance of this port, particularly focusing on its frame rate and resolution.

Technical Overview of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade

Square Enix appears to have delivered a robust port of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, outperforming the original PS4 version in several aspects. Some noteworthy comparisons with the PS5 version indicate a solid upgrade.

Resolution and Visual Fidelity

• When docked, the game runs at a resolution of 1080p.
• The image quality is sharper and clearer than the PS4, often rivaling the PS5’s performance mode.
• Many textures have been improved to match the PS5 release, but some assets still resemble the PS4 version.
• Both docked and portable modes exhibit similar graphic quality, although portable mode displays at approximately 720p.
• The game utilizes a lighter version of DLSS for enhanced visual performance.

Frame Rate Performance

• The gameplay frame rate is consistently locked at 30 FPS.
• There are minor frame drops during cutscenes, particularly with quick camera movements.
• Load times have shown significant improvements compared to the PS4 version.

Lighting and Shadows

The lighting effects largely mirror those of the PS5 version, although some volumetric lighting options operate at lower resolutions. Shadow quality and character pop-in issues are similar to what players experienced on the PS4.

Additional Observations

• Dithering patterns may become more pronounced under specific lighting conditions, especially while in portable mode.
• Performance mode benefits from upscaling techniques to enhance clarity.

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade will officially launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on January 22. For further technical details on frame rates, resolutions, and other aspects of the game, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.