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Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition Is Fantastically Optimized
While we still have to wait a little over a month for the release of Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition, the PC benchmark tool is freely available for gamers who need to know if their computers are up to the task of running the game. I just finished testing my computer, and I am pleasantly surprised.
Here’s how the benchmark tool works: it plays various scenes from Final Fanatasy XV and determines if your computer is easily rendering the scenes or if it’s struggling. These scenes run the gamut from graphically lax to effects-intensive and include driving on a calm highway, riding a chocobo through the woods, fishing during a rainstorm, battling Magitek infantry, and chowing down on Ignis’ deliciously rendered food in front of a campfire. The benchmark lets users test the game in 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, and 3840 x 2160 resolutions, in windowed or fullscreen mode, and at three different graphical qualities. The first setting, lite quality, disables light reflection and anti-aliasing (the process that smoothes jagged edges in rendered images that feature curved or diagonal lines), and it also lowers the resolution of textures, shadows, and objects in the distance. According to the benchmark tool’s page, the second setting, standard quality, is “[the] standard quality setting for a PC that meets the recommended specifications.” Finally, the high quality setting improves the resolution of shadows, textures, and distant objects, and it also activates NVIDIA GameWorks features such as HairWorks, Turf Effects, and Flow.
The benchmark tool grades each computer with a numerical score that can be broken down as such:
- 0-1999: Your computer can’t run the game
- 2000-2499: Your computer will have difficulty running the game even if you turn down graphical settings
- 2500-2999: Your computer should be able to run the game, but you will probably have to turn down some graphical options
- 3000-4499: Your computer will have minimal difficulty, if any, with these graphical settings
- 4500-5999: Your computer can handle slightly higher graphical settings
- 6000-8999: Your computer can run the game smoothly on higher graphical settings
- 9000-11999: Your computer can run the game smoothly on even higher settings
- 12000+: Your computer will run the game smoothly at max settings for the definitive Final Fantasy XV experience
I used my reliable MSI GT72 2QD Dominator gaming laptop for the benchmark test. My laptop has an Intel i7-4720HQ CPU, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M graphics card, and 12 GB of RAM. When the benchmark settings were set to lite, I got a score of 5087. At the standard settings, I scored a lower but still respectable 3934. And when I set the benchmark tool to high, the program chugged and gave me a final score of 2616.
While my computer blazes past the minimum system requirements for Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition (an Intel i5-2500 or AMD FX-6100, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760/1050 or AMD Radeon R9 280, and 8GB of RAM), it doesn’t quite meet the recommended specs. Square Enix claims gamers will need an Intel i7-3770 or AMD FX-8350, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or an AMD Radeon RX 480, and 16GB of RAM to play the game at the standard quality from the benchmark. While my i7-4720HQ is marginally better than the recommended i5-3770, a GTX 1060 blows my 970M out of the water. My computer should only have been able to score higher than 3000 on the lite setting, but its decently high score with the standard setting is a testament to the optimization of the game. Granted, I encountered a bit of stuttering here and there, but for the most part it was a smooth experience.
I had my doubts about being able to play Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition on my three-year old laptop, but the game’s release now can’t come soon enough. I tip my hat to the optimization skills of the development team; they deserve a big round of applause.
Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.
According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.
He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.
Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.
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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship
Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.
The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.
Thanks to all our Stellar Blade fans for your passion & feedback. Stay tuned for updates🤍 pic.twitter.com/jCRzM4OQBS
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) May 1, 2024
There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.
It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.
The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.
Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?
In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.
Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.
Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.
Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.
In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.
Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.
It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.
However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.
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