Digital Foundry Archive
1 June 2019
Digital FoundryA Plague Tale: Innocence - a fascinating game powered by stunning tech
A bespoke engine from a smaller developer delivers triple-A level visuals.
31 May 2019
Digital FoundryNioh 2 hands-on: how Team Ninja polishes and refines its winning formula
Alpha code reveals a solid 60fps mode plus an impressive HDR upgrade.
30 May 2019
Digital FoundryCall of Duty: Modern Warfare's engine revamp promises a generational leap in fidelity
Hands on with Infinity Ward's most advanced technology yet.
Digital FoundryBest gaming keyboard 2019: Digital Foundry's picks
Leading mechanical and non-mechanical keyboards tested.
Digital FoundryIn Theory: Could the Sony/Microsoft cloud partnership end the console war?
Why would rival platform holders join forces - and what does it mean for gamers?
28 May 2019
Digital FoundryNvidia announces new G-Sync Compatible monitors, bringing count to 28
Plus details on an exciting portable display for esports gamers.
Digital FoundryIce Lake announced at Computex: Intel's 10nm 10th-gen CPUs
Sunny Cove cores, Iris Plus graphics, AI and better connectivity.
Digital FoundryProject Athena detailed: Intel's ambitious push for laptop innovation
Here's the 2019 spec, plus info on Intel's unusual testing process.
27 May 2019
Digital FoundryBest FreeSync and 'G-Sync compatible' monitors for Nvidia graphics cards
Our pick of the best adaptive sync screens, covering a range of sizes and resolutions.
Digital FoundryAMD unveils next-gen Ryzen 3000 processors and RX 5700 graphics card
Team Red's 3rd-gen Ryzen CPUs and Navi GPUs launch in July.
25 May 2019
Digital FoundryAssassin's Creed 3 Remastered on Switch lacks most of the remastering work
But still improves on the last-gen versions.
24 May 2019
Digital FoundryResident Evil 4, Remake and Zero on Nintendo Switch are competent ports of brilliant games
And handheld play makes all the difference.
22 May 2019
Digital FoundryRed Dead Redemption 2 patch 1.09 tested: has HDR been fixed?
Plus: graphics 'downgrade' addressed - but was it broken in the first place?
Digital FoundryReport: AMD Navi announcement coming Monday, performance targets revealed
Vega replacements challenge RTX 2060/RTX 2070.
21 May 2019
Digital FoundryRage 2 PC analysis: what does it take to run at 1080p60 and beyond
The hardware required to match and exceed PS4 Pro and Xbox One X.
Digital FoundryBest gaming mouse 2019: Digital Foundry's picks for the best wired and wireless gaming mice
Updated May 2019 with the best mice for all budgets, game genres and hand sizes.
Digital FoundryPlayStation 5 tech demo footage surfaces at investor conference
Spider-Man SSD speeds showcased, future plans shared.
18 May 2019
Digital FoundryRage 2 tech analysis: is 1080p60 the best use for Xbox One X and PS4 Pro?
Performance vs image quality.
16 May 2019
Digital FoundryThe Subor Z+ console team has disbanded - but it's not game over yet
The disappointing news in depth, plus a look back at the Chinese home console market.
14 May 2019
Digital FoundrySaints Row: The Third on Switch is a great idea that's poorly executed
Last-gen performance and input lag issues mar the experience.
11 May 2019
Digital FoundryNinja Gaiden 2: a fighting classic gets a new lease of life on Xbox One X
Plus: DF Retro revisits one of gaming's most fascinating multi-platform releases.
9 May 2019
Digital FoundryDigital Foundry: the best 2019 4K TVs for HDR gaming
Updated with the latest models from LG and Samsung.
Digital FoundrySwitch's 'boost mode' tested: what is it and how does it work?
Mortal Kombat 11, Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey analysed.
8 May 2019
Digital FoundryBest graphics cards 2019: every major Nvidia and AMD GPU tested
The DF guide to the fastest and best value video cards on the market.
Digital FoundryRTX 2070 vs GTX 1080: Which should you buy?
Benchmark performance, value and feature comparison included.
7 May 2019
Digital FoundryRTX 2060 vs GTX 1070 and RTX 2060 vs GTX 1070 Ti: 1080p, 1440p and 4K benchmarks
Welcome to the new mid-range graphics showdown.
Digital FoundryNvidia GeForce RTX 2070 benchmarks: faster than the GTX 1080
But DLSS support will make or break the product.
Digital FoundryNvidia GeForce RTX 2060 benchmarks: faster than the GTX 1070
Plus DLSS, RTX and VRS support.
6 May 2019
5 May 2019
Digital FoundryFinal Fantasy 12's remaster delivers 60fps on Xbox One X - but is there a catch?
Plus: Switch's portable and docked modes analysed.
2 May 2019
Digital FoundryLabo VR: how Mario and Zelda look and play in virtual reality
Can Switch handle VR ports of its most advanced games?
Digital FoundryBeyond 'arcade perfect' - Virtua Racing is a triumph on Switch
DF Retro stacks up the new port against 25 years of home conversions.
28 April 2019
Digital FoundryAMD board leak hints at next-gen 'Navi' graphics tech
Our first look at the next Radeon mainstream contender?
26 April 2019
Digital FoundryGTX 1660 Ti vs GTX 1060: Which is best for 1080p gaming?
The most popular GPU in the world challenges the Turing newcomer.
Digital FoundryFrom handheld to 4K: Mortal Kombat 11 delivers on all consoles
Another Switch mobile marvel?
Digital FoundryBest mechanical keyboard 2019: seven options good for gaming and typing
Digital Foundry's picks for quiet, compact and full-fat gaming keyboards with all the trimmings.
25 April 2019
Digital FoundryDays Gone tech analysis: Bend Studios' Unreal world under the microscope
Sony developers using Epic's engine deliver a very different open world.
24 April 2019
Digital FoundryThe best gaming monitor 2019: Digital Foundry's favourites at every price point
Including 4K gaming monitors, 240Hz monitors and much more.
20 April 2019
Digital FoundryIn Theory: is PS5 powered by an AMD Gonzalo processor?
Specs have leaked for a new AMD console chip - but what is it?
18 April 2019
Digital FoundryCuphead on Switch is a stunning conversion
Flawless victory.
16 April 2019
Digital FoundrySpec Analysis: Sony's surprise PlayStation 5 tech reveal
Cerny Computer Entertainment.
15 April 2019
Digital FoundryGTX 1660 Ti vs Vega 56: game benchmarks at 1080p, 1440p and 4K
The discounted mid-tier AMD GPU faces one of Nvidia's new additions.
Digital FoundryGTX 1660 Ti vs GTX 1070: Which is best for 1080p and 1440p gaming?
Nvidia's new RTX-shy GPU tested against its closest competitor.
Digital FoundryGTX 1660 Ti benchmarks: Digital Foundry's 1080p, 1440p and 4K results
Nvidia's first non-RTX Turing card tested.
Digital FoundryGTX 1660 Ti vs RTX 2060: benchmark performance and feature comparison
Nvidia's two entry-level Turing cards tested.
Digital FoundryGTX 1660 benchmarks: a strong 1080p performer
The new entry-level Turing card tested.
14 April 2019
Digital FoundryRay tracing now runs on older Nvidia GPUs - but how fast is it?
GTX vs RTX: can brute-force compute match hardware acceleration?
Digital FoundryDCHDMI review: Dreamcast gets a digital video upgrade - and it's stunning
The mod that makes Sega's 20-year-old console look beautiful on a modern flat panel TV.
12 April 2019
Digital FoundryHere are the Digital Foundry highlights from Amazon's Spring Sale, Day 5
Get discounted SSDs, TVs and PC gaming peripherals.
11 April 2019
Digital FoundryBest PC controller 2019: the Digital Foundry buyer's guide to gamepads
The best first-party and third-party controllers tested.
8 April 2019
7 April 2019
Digital FoundryAssassin's Creed 3 Remastered delivers more than just a resolution boost
Visual and performance upgrades plus gameplay improvements.
5 April 2019
Digital FoundryNew video shows the rise and fall of AMD, Intel and Nvidia graphics cards
15 years of GPU market share data compressed into a three minute vid.
Digital FoundryDarksiders Warmastered Edition on Switch: high res or 60fps - it's your choice
An impressive port for both docked and portable play.
3 April 2019
1 April 2019
Digital FoundryDF Retro: What links Bubsy the Bobcat with Days Gone?
The origins and legacy of a notorious 16-bit mascot.
31 March 2019
Digital FoundrySega's legendary Blast Processing was real - but what did it actually do?
And did any Mega Drive/Genesis games really use it?
Digital FoundryAnalogue Mega Sg review: the best Mega Drive clone for flat panel TVs
The ultimate retro Sega console.
26 March 2019
Digital FoundryToday's Amazon.com PC gaming sale is the best of 2019 so far
Dozens of discounted laptops, components and peripherals.
25 March 2019
Digital FoundrySekiro: Shadows Die Twice is best played on PC
Hardware-friendly, locks to 60fps - and beyond.
21 March 2019
Digital FoundryDoes Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice improve over Dark Souls' performance issues?
Every console version tested.
19 March 2019
Digital FoundryGoogle Stadia specs: is this our first taste of next-gen?
Vastly improved CPU power, 10.7TF graphics - and unique cloud features.
17 March 2019
16 March 2019
Digital FoundryThe Division 2 delivers impressive tech and good performance on all systems
But bugs and pop-in issues need to be addressed.
10 March 2019
Digital FoundryWhat links Tron, classic Disney animation and Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure?
DF Retro presents a masterclass from Hollywood veteran, Bill Kroyer.
9 March 2019
Digital FoundrySekiro: Shadows Die Twice analysis - the Dark Souls engine evolved?
DF focuses on the tech powering the PS4 Pro version.
8 March 2019
Digital FoundryDevil May Cry 5 PC's Denuvo DRM has a CPU hit
Capcom leaks unprotected code and it does run faster - but will you actually notice?
7 March 2019
Digital FoundryDevil May Cry 5: a spectacular fusion of cutting-edge tech and superb design
Plus: everything you need to know about every console version.
4 March 2019
Digital FoundryThe Metro Exodus ray tracing experience: can we run at 4K60 locked?
And can lower-end Nvidia RTX cards sustain 60fps at 1080p?
1 March 2019
Digital FoundryPSA: The USB-C port on Nvidia RTX graphics cards isn't just for VR
We connected SSDs, headphones and hubs to see what's possible.
Digital FoundryDirt Rally 2.0 on Xbox One X races ahead of the pack
Dynamic 4K vs 1080p on both PS4 consoles.
25 February 2019
Digital FoundryIs Anthem performance really improved in the final game?
And to what extent is the E3 2017 vision actually delivered?
22 February 2019
Digital FoundryNvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti review: the new 1080p champion?
No ray tracing, but great performance for the price.
20 February 2019
18 February 2019
Digital FoundryYoshi's Crafted World: an epic yarn for Switch?
Powered by Unreal Engine 4 - a good fit for Nintendo?
17 February 2019
Digital FoundryTech Interview: Metro Exodus, ray tracing and the 4A Engine's open world upgrades
Tomorrow's technology today.
16 February 2019
Digital FoundryMetro Exodus: a vision for the future of graphics technology
Impressive on consoles, but PC is a genuine game-changer.
12 February 2019
Digital FoundryGrab Logitech gaming gear at the best prices since Black Friday
Amazon UK's Daily Deal includes discounted mice, headsets, keyboards and racing wheels.
10 February 2019
Digital FoundryApex Legends: the Titanfall 2 engine evolved?
PC and console versions under the microscope.
7 February 2019
Digital FoundryAMD Radeon 7 review: taking the fight to RTX 2080
Does 16GB of ultra-fast RAM beat cutting-edge ray tracing tech?
3 February 2019
Digital FoundryAnthem looks stunning but sub-par performance is concerning
Demo code tested on every platform.
30 January 2019
Digital FoundryKingdom Hearts 3 plays best at 60fps - but which console gets closest?
Every version tested.
26 January 2019
Digital FoundryResident Evil 2 remake plays best on PS4 Pro and Xbox One X
A big divide between the base and enhanced consoles.
21 January 2019
Digital FoundryGet the RTX 2080 Gaming X Trio at its lowest-ever price right now on Amazon
18 per cent off for one of the best RTX 2080 custom cards.
19 January 2019
Digital FoundryAce Combat 7: a classic series evolves with stunning visuals
But why does PS4 Pro outperform Xbox One X?
18 January 2019
Digital FoundryNvidia FreeSync support tested - and it's a game-changer
It works well and the implications for display tech are profound.
15 January 2019
Digital FoundryResident Evil 2 Remake takes Capcom's RE engine to the next level
Advanced effects push consoles harder - we take a look at every version.
14 January 2019
Digital FoundryRazer Phone 2 review: as smooth as silk
Gaming is slick, but the 120Hz interface is on another level.
11 January 2019
Digital FoundryAMD releases Radeon 7 benchmarks for 25 games
Update: Our definitive review and benchmarks are also live!
Digital FoundryBattlefield 5 vs RTX 2060 - can Nvidia's mainstream GPU deliver ray-traced visuals at 1080p60?
Tweaks are required, but the results are impressive.
9 January 2019
Digital FoundryAMD announces Radeon 7 graphics card with 16GB VRAM at CES 2019
Finally, Nvidia has competition at the high end.
Digital FoundryThe best peripherals unveiled at CES 2019: headsets, keyboards, mice and more
Update: new low-profile mechanical keyboards and more.
Digital FoundryBest gaming laptops revealed at CES 2019: RTX graphics, 8th-gen CPUs and more
Update: including the first 240Hz laptops arriving this spring.
Digital FoundryBest gaming monitors of CES 2019
Update: the first 240Hz 1440p monitor revealed.
Digital FoundryHow New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe on Switch improves over Wii U
A by-the-numbers port or something better?
7 January 2019
Digital FoundryNvidia GeForce RTX 2060: Ray tracing comes to the mainstream
But just how powerful is the new mid-range contender?
Digital FoundryNvidia GeForce graphics cards set to support FreeSync displays
12 officially compatible monitors, but Nvidia will let you test any unsupported FreeSync screen.
4 January 2019
Digital FoundryHow Xbox One S is falling behind - but also defining the future
X addresses the hardcore, while S tech is set to target new audiences.
21 December 2018
Digital FoundryiPhone's new Fortnite's 60fps mode tested - and it's a tech milestone
How Epic Games doubled performance with the latest Apple silicon.