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Digital Foundry's DF Direct Weekly #260 Covers Metro 2039 Reveal, Starfield PS5 Fix Promise, and Ryzen 7 5800X3D Return
Digital Foundry's DF Direct Weekly episode #260 covered several notable tech and gaming stories, leading with a strong impression of the Metro 2039 reveal, which the hosts described as compelling and phenomenal-looking. The episode also addressed Bethesda's commitment to fixing Starfield's PS5 crash issues, Nvidia officially denying reports that it was acquiring a PC manufacturer, and a welcome return to relevance for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor.
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What we know
- Metro 2039's reveal was highlighted as visually phenomenal and a compelling showing, drawing significant praise from the DF team.
- Bethesda has promised a fix for crash issues affecting Starfield on PS5, though no specific timeline was confirmed.
- Nvidia publicly shot down reports suggesting it was in talks to acquire a PC manufacturer.
- The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D was discussed positively, with the episode noting its welcome return — likely tied to a price drop or renewed competitive standing.
- The episode is sponsored by Displate, with tiered discount codes offered to viewers.
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