Digital Foundry: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Shines on Switch 2
The recent release of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade for the Nintendo Switch 2 has garnered significant attention. An analysis from Digital Foundry highlights the enhancements made in this port compared to previous versions. The video review praises the title as “largely an excellent Switch 2 port.”
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Overview
Originally launched in 2020 on PlayStation 4, Final Fantasy VII Remake saw an improved edition, Intergrade, released in 2021 for PlayStation 5. The Switch 2 version aligns closely with the PS5 Intergrade edition, optimized with visual settings akin to those of the PS4 version.
Technical Improvements
- Texture Quality: Enhanced textures make a significant difference. The notorious low-resolution assets from the PS4 version, such as the Sector 7 slum doors, are now displayed in full quality.
- Performance: The Switch 2 version runs at a stable 30 frames per second (fps) during docked mode, rendering at 1080p. Despite using a lower-tier DLSS solution, the image quality is sharper compared to the PS4.
- Visuals in Motion: While the visuals are impressive, they are somewhat less striking during gameplay compared to the PS5 version.
Handheld Mode and Additional Features
In handheld mode, resolution hovers around 720p, with digital artifacts minimally affecting overall quality. The portable version still maintains solid image quality for a game of such scale. Shadow quality and NPC draw distances are comparable to the PS4, and improved lighting effects are featured, consistent with the PS5 release.
Loading Times
The loading times on Switch 2 are superior to the PS4, whether using internal SSD or SD Express storage. However, the PS5 remains the fastest option by a considerable margin.
Overall, the transition of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade to Nintendo Switch 2 has pleased both fans and critics alike. The combination of enhanced visuals and solid performance results in a compelling experience for both new players and series veterans.
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