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Assassin's Creed Shadows: Switch 2 Performance in Handheld and Docked Mode
The YouTuber Steam Dad compares the performance of Assassin's Creed Shadows on the Nintendo Switch 2 in handheld and docked modes. He refutes claims that the game is unplayable in handheld mode, but emphasizes the visual differences and compromises compared to docked mode. He encourages viewers to share their opinions on the port and their desired games for the Switch 2 in the comments.
1. 🎮 Assassin's Creed Shadows on the Switch 2: First Impressions in Handheld Mode
- ✅ Assassin's Creed Shadows is being played on the Switch 2 in handheld mode.
- ✅ The YouTuber contradicts reviews that portray the game as a disaster in handheld mode.
- ⚠️ The game is slightly blurrier in handheld mode, as it uses DLSS at a lower resolution and upscales it.
00:00 - 00:56
1. 🎮 Assassin's Creed Shadows on the Switch 2: First Impressions in Handheld Mode
- ✅ Assassin's Creed Shadows is being played on the Switch 2 in handheld mode.
- ✅ The YouTuber contradicts reviews that portray the game as a disaster in handheld mode.
- ⚠️ The game is slightly blurrier in handheld mode, as it uses DLSS at a lower resolution and upscales it.
00:57 - 01:41
2. 📊 Performance Comparison: Constant Frame Rate Despite Visual Differences
- ✅ The performance (frame rate) is good and constant in handheld mode without stuttering.
- ⚠️ The YouTuber does not agree that the game is a disaster in handheld mode.
- ✅ The game also looks good in handheld mode.
01:42 - 02:28
3. 🤔 Relativization: Switch 2 Compared to Other Platforms and PC Handhelds
- ✅ Compared to large consoles or PCs, the Switch 2 version naturally performs worse, which requires compromises.
- ✅ However, it looks different compared to PC handhelds.
- ✅ The Switch is whisper-quiet.
02:29 - 03:20
4. 🔥 Challenges and Visual Aspects in Handheld Mode
- ✅ The starting area with a lot of fire can affect performance.
- ⚠️ There are differences between day and night.
- ⚠️ Some cutscenes look blurry, with sharp characters and a blurry background.
- ⚠️ Ghosting was observed at the beginning.
03:21 - 04:27
5. ⚖️ Visual Differences and Ubisoft's Handling of Ray Tracing
- ⚠️ There is a visual difference between handheld and docked mode.
- ✅ Ubisoft addresses in the "Death Block" how they adapted aspects like ray tracing for the Switch 2.
- ✅ The game runs in handheld mode with 30 frames and VRR.
04:28 - 05:09
6. 🗣️ Criticism of Reviews and Praise for the Port
- ❌ The YouTuber criticizes reviews that praise the docked mode and bash the handheld mode.
- ✅ Despite blurriness and shadows, the performance is fantastic given the whisper-quiet performance.
05:10 - 05:29
7. 🚀 Outlook on Docked Mode and File Size
- ✅ The docked mode looks even better.
- ✅ The game is very large at 62.6 GB.
05:30 - 06:26
8. 🌐 Voice Output and Installation
- ✅ The German voice output must be downloaded separately.
- ✅ It is unclear whether the game, like Star Wars Outlaws, needs to be installed on the internal storage.
06:27 - 07:54
9. 🎮 Gameplay Impressions in Handheld Mode and Rumors About Patch
- ✅ The YouTuber emphasizes that the game is a nice experience in handheld mode and runs stably.
- ⚠️ The outlines of the character are not 100% sharp.
- ❓ There are rumors about a patch on December 15th to improve performance, but there is no confirmation from Ubisoft.
07:55 - 10:01
10. 📺 Switch to Docked Mode: Sharper Graphics and Higher Resolution
- ✅ The game definitely looks better in docked mode.
- ✅ The graphics are sharper and the resolution is higher.
- ⚠️ There are still worse cutscenes.
10:02 - 12:48
11. ⚔️ Gameplay in Docked Mode and Summary of Differences
- ✅ The YouTuber shows gameplay in docked mode.
- ✅ Main differences: The docked mode is sharper, has a higher resolution, and looks better.
- ⚠️ In handheld mode, there are compromises such as a lower resolution, blurry cutscenes, and pop-ups.
12:49 - 13:36
12. 👍 Playability in Handheld Mode and Criticism of Negative Reporting
- ✅ The game is playable in handheld mode even in its current state.
- ❌ The YouTuber criticizes that one mode is praised to the skies and the other is put down.
- ⚠️ Negative reporting often gets more clicks.
13:37 - 14:21
13. 🤔 Ubisoft Formula and Personal Opinion on the Port
- ✅ Viewers should decide whether the typical Ubisoft formula suits them.
- ✅ The game looks awesome and is fun.
- ⚠️ It's a good port, but not as good as Outlaws, as there are problems in handheld mode.
14:22 - 15:26
14. 🎮 Optimization and Expectations for the Switch 2
- ✅ With reasonable optimization, almost anything could run on the Switch 2.
- ⚠️ If you want 4K and high frame rates, you shouldn't get a Switch 2.
15:27 - 17:16
15. 💬 Call to Interaction and Farewell
- ✅ The YouTuber encourages viewers to share their opinions on the port and their desired games for the Switch 2 in the comments.
- ✅ Farewell and reference to social media channels and Spielertyp.de.