How to Remaster Playstation Games using DuckStation - The Best PS1 Emulator Matthews Couch 2021-08-05 | UPDATE!For those who have downloaded a recent build and cannot find the Antialiasing option, it is now under ADVANCED SETTINGS instead of Enhancement Settings.DuckStation emulator is probably the best Playstation emulator I've put my hands on. This is because it allows you to expand on the limitations of the original hardware through PGXP which fixes the polygon wobble, while still giving you the option to downsample. These options would result in your PS1 games looking like they were HD remastered but still eerily close to the original - without the imperfections. It's a win-win situation IMO.I know some of you may find my final settings to be very blurry. Personally, I like it because a very high resolution would make the unchangeable dated textures stand out. This way, the downsampled look preserves the integrity of the original games and removes aliasing along with other crippling polygons. You can also choose 8x supersampling (SSAA) as your antialiasing option and select 3x internal resolution (720p) for a clearer "vanilla" look. Or you can just settle to 4k with PGXP. What's important is you're enjoying the games.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro0:23 - What we normally do when emulating games0:48 - Fix that wobble1:40 - Native vs. 4k with PGXP2:00 - Restore the classic look but retain the fixes2:52 - Enable widescreen support to all your games!My Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Silent Hill 2 Remake PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2024-10-09 | Glad to be back after over a year. But I'm gonna be honest with you, the reason I was gone for so long is not just because I'm busy on my corporate job, but mainly because of modern gaming itself. I just don't find the game design of modern games to be compelling or exciting anymore. Especially this year 2024. Games nowadays do not treat players like they're functioning adults anymore. And if I don't like playing the game, I won't waste my time learning about its graphics settings and technical aspects; it's just not worth my time and effort.But here we are, October 2024, and Silent Hill 2 remake has just arrived, and since the original game is one of the most memorable gaming experiences in my life, I have to be back. Let's go.Silent Hill 2 is very demanding but it is definitely playable. Just take note of which graphics settings to tweak and most importantly, be particular on which areas to test them on.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro0:35 - Shaders Quality1:46 - Shadows Quality Subtle3:10 - Shadows Quality Obvious5:13 - Raytracing Impact8:22 - Raytracing issues9:20 - The real stress test10:43 - Upscaling Methods11:28 - About those config 'fixes'12:19 - TL;DR12:47 - Max Preset vs Optimized settingsRelevant fixes here: pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Silent_Hill_2#High-fidelity_upscalingLatest DLSS DLL file: techpowerup.com/download/nvidia-dlss-dllIf you have any questions, please leave a comment down below!My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600x (Negative Curve 20)GPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
Starfield PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS! Matthews Couch 2023-09-04 | Apologies for the long hiatus guys, but Starfield has finally come upon us. Five years since Bethesda first revealed its trailer in 2018, this game has now arrived and is actually real - just in an early access state that is.And those five years do sure show in the product. First off, the game is devoid of infamous bugs. Sure, they may be small NPC pathing and physics glitches, but the game works really flawlessly as far as my playtime is concerned. The game's art and especially its lighting is also surprisingly beautiful - save for some poor spots. The combat is hands down Bethesda's best yet, and the soundtrack is just sublime to listen to wherever you are in the game.However, its optimization is quite questionable. The game is extremely demanding both on your GPU and CPU. It's may be BGS' best-looking game to date, but I don't think the visuals justify this level of performance.But there are some good news! Additional performance can very much be gained from a proper understanding of how the graphics settings work. So let's take a look at them.Timeline0:00 - Intro0:48 - My Hardware Specs and Optimization Target (Correction: It's a 3080TI, not 3070)1:19 - Common GPU-bound Settings4:25 - Subtle GPU-bound Settings (very important)6:35 - DLSS vs FSR7:52 - About the CPU-bottleneck8:54 - TL;DR9:17 - Optimized Settings vs Ultra PresetIMPORTANT! Ensure to enable Re-Bar (NVIDIA) or SAM (AMD) on both your Bios and GPU for a substantial performance gain.For AMD:- Open Radeon Software, select your "Starfield" game profile and enable 'Smart Access Memory'For NVIDIA:- Download latest NVIDIA Profile Inspector (nvidiaProfileInspector.zip): github.com/Orbmu2k/nvidiaProfileInspector/releases- Run nvidiaProfileInspector.exe- Select 'Starfield' in "Profiles" on upper left- Scroll down to Section 5 - Common- Make sure "rBAR" is EnabledHow to Install DLSS modStep 1: Download DLSS mod zip file here: drive.google.com/file/d/1nAEil-gz5592i5JPWKhKdGgNcywWwicN/view?usp=sharingStep 2: Copy entire zip file inside Starfield folder where game's .exe file existsStep 3: Right click zip file and select "Extract Here".Step 4: Run Game and Press F1 to bring up DLSS plugin menu. I recommend Preset D for image quality. DLSS will replace FSR so make sure FSR is selected in graphics options.Note: I am using DLSS 2.5.1 instead of 3.5 because I find DLSS 2 much cleaner than 3.If you have any questions, please let me know in the comments!My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600x (Negative Curve 20)GPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
Atomic Heart PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2023-02-24 | Apologies for another delayed video guys as I didn't plan to create an optimization guide for this game. It just performs so well without any additional tweaking. Mundfish games has done a phenomenal job realizing their artistic vision into a smooth interactive experience. It's a shame we didn't get any FOV slider but the game's excellent performance is more than enough to cover its other shortcomings. However, we can encounter some slight challenges in outdoor areas so let's try to analyze the graphics settings. Are they all relevant to visuals and performance? Let's find out.0:00 - IntroImportant Settings1:34 - Shadows2:10 - Ambient Occlusion2:45 - Postprocessing3:32 - VegetationUnimportant Settings4:04 - 3D model Quality4:30 - Number of Objects4:57 - Material QualityTL;DR5:31 - Optimized Settings5:44 - Optimized vs Max SettingsBonus Guide6:22 - FOV Mod6:51 - Skip long-ass Intro VideoLet me know your findings on your own testing. Are you also surprised with the performance of this game? Let me know in the comments down below!My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600x (Negative Curve 20)GPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
Hogwarts Legacy PC Optimization Guide - Best RTX Graphics Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2023-02-11 | PATCH UPDATE: February 14 A new patch has just arrived and this improves frametimes during regular traversal. I have tested it in Hogsmead and Hogwarts Castle and the improvements are noticeable in the frametime graph. However, stutters and fps drops are still present in Hogsmead square and during transitions to new areas all throughout the game. There is still a lot of room for performance improvements.The patch also fixes the bugged RTX AO which now restores the correct shadow occlusions in specific environmental spots. However, this does not make SSAO obsolete as RTX AO still removes contact shadows in other areas. And as RTX still worsens the stutters and FPS drops, I still won't recommend it for now.It's finally here guys. Our optimization guide for Hogwarts Legacy. Sorry for the delay as this title is such a challenging piece of software to optimize due to its messy performance and the plethora of graphics options that further complicate our testing. Fortunately, I have now been able to rationalize the relationship between the graphics settings and their corresponding effect to image quality and performance. I hope this guide helps you out.0:00 - Intro0:36 - Specs and Objective0:54 - 2 Sets of Performance ProblemsGPU-bottleneck Group1:42 - Effects Quality3:02 - Post Process Quality3:44 - Shadow Quality4:10 - Foliage Quality4:42 - View Distance Quality5:33 - Texture Quality *important*6:38 - Unimportant Graphics Settings7:22 - What about RTX?7:50 - RTX Reflections9:01 - RTX Shadows9:37 - RTX AO10:03 - Upscaling Method ShowdownCPU-bottleneck Group10:41 - Elephant in the Room11:41 - Population Quality12:29 - Pay attention to these13:07 - TL;DR13:40 - Optimized Settings vs Ultra Preset RTX14:22 - RTSS FPS CapSo what do you think? What graphics settings are you using on your own machine? Please tell me your experience with this game and let's help each other out.My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
Dead Space Remake PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2023-01-30 | Hello guys, apologies for the delayed optimization guide. I made sure to experience the original Dead Space all the way through before I dive into this remake because I have not played through the original game before. And now, I am a huge fan of this series. Here is my detailed analysis of playing the original Dead Space in 2023: youtu.be/wlyoSsjw-c8So how about this remake? Well, it is really, really good. I love how the changes they made with the characters, art, and game design are all for improving the flaws of the original. Performance-wise, the game does stutter here and there, but I love the flexibility offered by the graphics settings. So can we enjoy this remake in all its shiny glory without sacrificing performance? Let's find out.0:00 - Intro0:39 - My Specs0:56 - Unimportant Settings1:34 - Reflection Quality2:14 - Volumetric Resolution3:36 - Ambient Occlusion4:06 - TL;DR4:18 - Optimized Settings vs Ultra Preset4:39 - How about DLSS?My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
The Original Dead Space in 2023 ‐ A 2008 Classic Retrospective Matthews Couch 2023-01-28 | I have never completed the original Dead Space. Yes, I tried it once, but I was too scared to push forward. This all changed when I beat Resident Evil 4 in August of 2022. And yes, I also haven't completed that game before. But I was shocked when RE4 became my personal GOTY. And with Dead Space remake already out with glowing reviews, it is just the perfect time for me to experience the original all the way through.Here is my review of the original Dead Space as I finished it for the very first time in 2023.0:00 - Intro1:08 - Setting the Tone Early5:34 - Atmosphere8:54 - Level Design11:29 - Combat13:50 - Setpiece Sections16:25 - When Combat and Puzzles Meet17:09 - Mechanical Dilemmas17:48 - About Those Journal Logs18:45 - Story21:45 - Closing thoughtsPlease tell me your experience with Dead Space. What was your favorite moment in the game? What do you think were its low and high points?My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
Best Way to Play PS2 Games on PC - PCSX2 with CRT Royale ReShade Matthews Couch 2022-11-02 | The PS2 is by far, the best console in history; not just in sales units, but in both quantity and quality of games developed on the platform. So it is no surprise that the best emulator on PC is none other than PCSX2. However, there is still a neat little trick we could do to completely elevate the PS2 emulation experience. This may not be up to the taste of some of you, but I would like to share it regardless.Let's check it out!IMPORTANT: This video looks best when viewed full screen on a native 1440p display. Video export process plus YouTube compression didn't do the CRT ReShade footage any justice. It made it look dirty with weird discolored patterns. Just try it first on your own to judge it accurately.0:00 - Intro0:33 - What we normally do1:12 - Eww1:36 - MagicInstallation tutorial2:49 - ReShade installationLink: reshade.me4:00 - CRT Royale installationLink: github.com/akgunter/crt-royale-reshade6:42 - Emulation accuracy7:41 - Smackdown vs. Raw!8:13 - Syphon Filter Omega Strain8:42 - Fight Night Round 29:15 - Tekken 4Music used:Gran Turismo 3 Race MenuMarvel vs. Capcom 2 Clock Tower StageGran Turismo 3 Simulation ModeGran Turismo 4 Arcade ModeMarvel vs. Capcom 2 Factory StageMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Zotac 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GBRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVME
Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2022-10-20 | THIS. IS. HOW. YOU. OPTIMIZE. PC PORTS. The Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection has now arrived on PC and it contains both Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, and its DLC, The Lost Legacy. What an amazing PC port of a console game this is. The options may not be as verbose as you might expect, but the level of performance it brings surpassed all my expectations. There are no CPU bottleneck situations and everything is purely driven by GPU. Simply put, this is by far the best PC port I have ever tested on day one. That's why this video is very short. There's just no major reason to tweak this game's settings - at least for me.0:00 - All good news1:42 - However..2:40 - Shadows comparison3:29 - The best upscaling method4:30 - TL;DRMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Inno3d iChill x3 RTX 3070RAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVMEIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Saints Row PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS! Matthews Couch 2022-08-23 | Saints Row is back! But it is not exactly the creative return-to-form we expected it to be. Fortunately, the game's performance is great and the graphics options are comprehensive enough for performance flexibility. Let's see those options now shall we?0:00 - Intro0:46 - Step 1: Select API1:07 - Ray Traced AO Comparison1:38 - Step 2: Shadow Quality2:13 - Step 3: SSR2:48 - Step 4: Minor settings3:07 - TL;DR3:23 - Max Settings vs Optimized SettingsIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Spiderman Remastered PC Optimization Guide - Best RTX Settings for 60 FPS! Matthews Couch 2022-08-13 | Apologies for the lack of activity for the past few months guys. This was my last year in graduate school and had just recently obtained my master's degree. Woohoo! Also, notable games for optimization were very scarce these past few months. But don't worry, Peter Parker has just swung in to save the day! Spider-Man Remastered on PC is a very interesting title because it's both hardware-friendly yet hardware intensive at the same time. Sounds confusing? Watch the video to find out!0:00 - Intro0:48 - My Hardware Setup1:03 - Optimization Step 1 & 21:55 - Optimization Step 32:56 - AA Solutions3:12 - 1440p Non-RTX Optimized Settings3:26 - RTX Weird Performance Solved3:47 - RTX Set 1 (Use when GPU limited)4:28 - RTX Set 2 (Use when CPU limited)5:30 - Object Range Setting6:00 - The Best Upscaling Method to Use6:54 - TL:DR7:50 - Optimized Settings ShowdownIMPORTANT REMINDERS:1. When tinkering with the graphics settings while RTX settings are enabled, ALWAYS RESTART YOUR GAME! This will prevent stuttering and weird performance issues which will skew your benchmarks testing. If you experience a weird FPS drop after changing a setting, simply restart the game. Fortunately, restarting this game is really, really fast as you can mash your way through the startup intros and go straight into the game. Loading in this game is extremely quick as well!2. If you are still confused with the RTX performance scaling, let me clarify further: If you are GPU limited, (GPU Usage at 99 percent), use RTX Set 1 - Reflection Resolution: High Geometry Detail: Very High. if you are CPU bottlenecked, (GPU Usage is below 90 percent) Use RTX Set 2 - Reflection Resolution: Very High Geometry Detail: High. 3. If you're having frame pacing issues, lock the game at 60 FPS using Rivatuner or your GPU Control Panel. It smoothens your frametimes and creates a very straight line graph.Currently, the game is not able to fully utilize high-end hardware and I think there needs to be an optimization patch to fix performance. Don't worry if you can't completely use Max settings at smooth framerates even with super high-end rigs. The game still needs to be improved. Let's just be patient for now.Remember guys, have fun while playing!My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Inno3d iChill x3 RTX 3070RAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVMEIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Elden Ring PC Optimization Guide - Best Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2022-02-25 | Elden Ring is finally here guys and it's really, really good.Unfortunately, the optimization of this game isn't as flawless as its core design. Not only is the engine still capped at 60 FPS, but performance isn't scaling very well according to the graphics settings. Can we still optimize this game? Let's find out.0:00 - Intro0:23 - Good News Bad News0:52 - Hardware Specs1:14 - Benchmark ConditionsNote: I increased resolution from native 1440p to DLDSR 1.78x = 3413 x 1920. That's why it's labeled 1920p.1:32 - Guide Objective1:36 - Optimized Settings Run-through2:08 - Visual Comparisons3:16 - That's a wrap3:35 - Max Settings vs Optimized Settings4:03 - My preferred settings4:25 - Gentle ReminderIMPORTANT: If you're having frame pacing issues, lock the game at 60 FPS using Rivatuner or the GPU Control Panel. It smoothens your frametimes for a very straight line.I believe From Software's engine needs some overhaul because it seems like they're brute forcing assets using hardware horsepower rather than optimizing them. The telltale signs can be seen on stutters that can occasionally occur in Limgrave and the consistently high GPU load despite traditional graphical techniques. It is fortunate if you can overpower these drawbacks using high-end parts, but if you're on the low-end side, you might be struggling to get past 60 FPS even on low settings.But please do tell me how does the game perform on your hardware. I'm really curious on different setups.Remember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Inno3d iChill x3 RTX 3070RAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVMEIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Dying Light 2 PC Optimization Guide - Best RTX and non-RTX Settings for 60 FPS! Matthews Couch 2022-02-06 | Dying Light 2 is now out on PC and Techland has once again delivered in crafting their trademark first-person, open-world, parkour adventure title. But this is one of the most tricky games to optimize for due to the addition of multiple Ray Tracing settings which behave somewhat oddly. Can we truly find the best settings for this game? Let's find out together.Timestamps:0:11 - Objective of this guide0:25 - My specs0:34 - Step 1: Identify non-RTX settings you can leave on High2:33 - Step 2: Focus on non-RTX settings that impact performance4:00 - Non-RTX Optimized Settings TL:DR4:14 - DirectX 11 vs DirectX 124:29 - Important setting!4:40 - High Preset vs Non-RTX Optimized settingsRTX Section4:59 - RTX Ambient Occlusion5:19 - RTX Global Illumination5:49 - Interesting findings..6:00 - RTX Shadows6:34 - RTX Reflections (boo)7:02 - Performance ouch7:14 - DLSS comparison7:44 - FSR looks bad8:18 - RTX Optimized Settings TL:DR8:40 - Alternative settings combinationsSo what are your own settings? Does DirectX 11 give you better frametimes than DirectX 12? Please tell me down in the comments below.Remember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!If you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
God of War PC Optimization Guide - Best Settings for Best Visuals at 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2022-01-16 | God of War has finally arrived on PC! And unlike Sony's previous PC port launches, this port is pretty good!For this guide, we will try to achieve optimal visual quality that improves upon the console original WHILE maintaining high frame rates; preferably 70 plus and above. This is because I am using a G-SYNC monitor and framerates within the 60s are starting to bother my eyes.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro0:22 - Our objective0:33 - My specs0:42 - Step 1: Model Quality1:13 - Step 2: Atmospherics1:30 - Step 3: Shadow Quality2:36 - WARNING!2:54 -TL;DR3:08 - Ultra vs Optimized Settings3:44 - DLSS vs FSRMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Inno3d iChill x3 RTX 3070RAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVMERemember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!If you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition PC Optimization Guide - No More Random FPS Drops Matthews Couch 2021-11-15 | GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition on the PC is probably the least optimized game of the year so far. But there can be ways to fix those random FPS drops.0:00 - *sigh*0:35 - Car Reflections1:17 - Those damn shadows1:37 - Demanding shadows alternative #12:04 - Demanding shadows alternative #22:39 - Other settings don't matter3:07 - TL;DRVERY IMPORTANT: ENTER -dx12 IN THE LAUNCH ARGUMENTS OF YOUR GTA GAME.ROCKSTAR GAMES LAUNCHER METHOD:1. Open Rockstar Game Launcher2. Go to Settings (Upper Right)3. Go to your GTA Trilogy Game under My Installed Games (Left Panel)4. Put -dx12 in Launch Arguments fieldDESKTOP SHORTCUT METHOD:1. Right-click game shortcut2. Click Properties3. In target field, after "X:\bla\bla\bla", add ONE space and type -dx124. Hit applyI also encourage NVIDIA users to use DLSS. With DX12, the game will not be CPU-heavy anymore and WILL properly use your GPU to scale performance. It turns out, DX11 is the main culprit of this game after all.This will HUGELY benefit NVIDIA cards and I can assure you that this will resolve the Headlight shadows FPS drop issue. *You don't need to remove headlight shadows anymore. Just tone down headlight quality to High or Medium will be enough* BUT, you still need to use SCREEN car reflections because PLANAR and CUBEMAPS still report FPS drops while moving around. Those are still definitive features I guess.My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Inno3d iChill x3 RTX 3070RAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 NVMERemember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!If you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Forza Horizon 5 PC Optimization Guide - Best Graphics Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2021-11-09 | Forza Horizon 5 just came out and it's breathtaking to look at! Playground Games continues to impress with their proprietary game engine that provides both super long draw distances and extremely detailed materials - for just a racing game! It's amazing really! However, it is very demanding on modern hardware especially with regards to its VRAM consumption. Fortunately, the graphics settings allows us to prioritize performance with close to zero sacrifices in visual quality.0:00 - Extreme Preset at 1440p0:26 - Extreme Preset 1440p vs Ultra Preset (Texture Quality: Extreme)1:34 - About Environment Texture Quality2:20 - Other Settings You Can Consider as Last ResortMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMERemember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!If you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Call of Duty Vanguard PC Optimization Guide - Ultimate Graphics Settings Breakdown Matthews Couch 2021-11-07 | Apologies for the delay guys, but Call of Duty Vanguard has a meaty graphics option screen. Of course, I had to make a comprehensive guide for you to fully understand what settings to turn down, how they behave, and why they matter - or not. The optimization on this game is actually quite good.There's also an impressive tech I will highlight at the end that must be implemented on every AAA game moving forward. Guess what that is.This is by far the longest optimization video I have made and I tried so hard to cut it down. But, in order for us to cover everything that needs to be covered, this is the shortest that it could get without skimping over important things.But don't worry, here are timestamps for easy navigation:0:00 - Intro0:45 - Preparations before optimization1:05 - Why do I make these videos?Brief context on Call of Duty Vanguard's Performance1:43 - Main factors of framerate1:58 - Framerate scenariosOptimization proper2:42 - First step in optimization2:55 - Tier 1 Settings: No visual difference with insignificant performance impact3:49 - Tier 2 Settings: Has visual difference with insignificant performance impact7:22 - Tier 3 Settings: Has visual difference with substantial performance impact 13:32 - Tier 4 Settings: No visual difference with substantial performance impact!TL;DR14:52 - My recommended optimized settingsComparison time!15:21 - Optimized settings vs Ultra Preset15:43 - The holy grail of graphics settings..My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMERemember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!If you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Far Cry 6 PC Optimization Guide - Best Settings for 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2021-10-08 | Ubisoft has once again made another Far Cry game. But Far Cry 6 on the PC is surprisingly performing well guys - at least for me.However, finding the right graphics setting to turn down can be a bit complicated.So here's a comprehensive guide to help you out.Timestamps for your convenience:0:00 - Far Cry 6 runs surprisingly well0:58 - My specs1:13 - Guide objectives1:34 - Turn Off HD Textures!2:20 - Option 1: Shadows (GPU-dependent)3:24 - Option 2: Geometry and Vegetation (CPU-dependent)4:19 - Option 3: Environment (CPU/GPU-dependent)5:09 - Option 4: Water (CPU/GPU-dependent)5:48 - AMD FSR! (GPU-dependent)6:50 - Insignificant Graphics options7:43 - TAA vs SMAA (GPU-dependent)7:54 - TL;DR8:12 - Final Showdown: Optimized Settings vs Ultra PresetMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMERemember guys, don't forget to have fun while playing!If you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Kena Bridge of Spirits PC Settings Guide - Best Visuals at 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2021-09-23 | Kena: Bridge of Spirits has now been released on the PC and it's amazing!But despite it's simplicity, it is quite demanding on the GPU. Fortunately, the graphics settings allows for tangible performance customizability. This means a wide range of PC users can tailor their experience according to their own configuration. (Unlike other games with settings that don't mean anything *coughs* *Biomutant*)Fun fact: Kena's developer - Ember Lab - is primarily a CGI studio that makes animation and digital content for marketing. They are a team of ONLY 14 people and this is their first time creating a game! Absolutely impressive!If you noticed, I was only able to test in the early area because this is exactly how I setup my games after installing them: first get the best possible framerate-visuals combination before proceeding with enjoying the game. The flow of the video is also a 1:1 reflection of how I configured my graphics settings for Kena in real-life.UPDATE: Patch 1.08 changenote highlights optimization improvements in the final area boss fight. Kindly test it out and report if it does improve performance.Tell me all about your experience guys, did you also have the weird ambient occlusion issue? What game would you like to see next?Timestamps:0:00 - Kena Intro0:45 - Specs for Context and Video Objective1:17 - Step 1: Shadows2:22 - Step 2: Volumetric Fog3:22 - Step 3: Postprocessing Quality4:55 - Step 4: Ambient Occlusion (weird?)6:18 - TL:DR Optimized Settings6:29 - Unimportant Settings6:49 - DX11 vs DX127:14 - Ultra Preset vs Optimized SettingsMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Missing Features that Should Return in Assassins Creed Matthews Couch 2021-09-04 | As a fan of the series since the very first game, I have completed all main Assassin's Creed games until Assassin's Creed Origins. But then Odyssey came - and then Valhalla. And although competent of an RPG action game those two may be, what used to make Assassin's Creed "Assassin's Creed" has now been lost.This is a very poignant video to make since the memories of me staying up all night completing all the previous AC games are still freshly embedded in my mind. I just can't believe that all my fears which already started in Assassin's Creed III has now come true. Assassin's Creed today is NOT Assassin's Creed.So here are the things, mechanics, and elements I desperately hope to return to this once beloved franchise.Ubisoft, if you're listening - bring Patrice Désilets back.For those who don't know, Patrice Désilet is creator of the series and the father of Assassin's Creed.Unfortunately, he had left Ubisoft just after releasing AC: Brotherhood. That explains the degradation of the series starting Revelations.If you want to know how he designed the original AC games and what he think of the new AC games after he left, check out his let's play of his own game Assassin's Creed 2 - with the fine guys over there at Double Fine Productions (creators of Pyschonauts). The shade he throws at the new succeeding AC games is just gold.Devs Play S2E04 "Assassin's Creed II" with Patrice Désilets and Greg Rice: youtube.com/watch?v=syV2-ZuaxC8&t=179sTimestamps:0:00 - Why my heart breaks.0:30 - Purpose of video0:55 - Item #11:55 - Item #22:53 - Item #33:43 - Item #44:54 - Item #55:43 - Item #66:36 - THE MOST IMPORTANT OF ALL10:28 - Closing thoughtsMy Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Inno3D iChill x3 RTX 3070RAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Demons Souls PC RPCS3 Emulator Optimization Guide - Best Settings for 4K 60 FPS Matthews Couch 2021-08-16 | RPCS3 Emulator's current progress is nothing short of amazing. Demon's Souls is now fully playable on PC on higher resolutions and high FPS with awesome compatibility! But tinkering with the settings to fit with your own hardware can be confusing and impenetrable at times. So I made a simple video to help you make sense of things.Here is my RPCS3 Emulator Folder. This already contains the patches needed for unlocked framerate and skipping the intro logos along with the mods needed for improving the game. Just download it here:drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vEj2TVDied2zco0WxzLKY6NtVtZxU9DG?usp=sharing0:00 - Objective Of This Video0:33 - Sharing My Emulator Folder With You1:32 - However..1:53 - Let's Set Up the Emulator2:40 - IMPORTANT: Benchmark Location3:25 - Settings Guide Start4:18 - CPU Tab4:54 - GPU Tab5:54 - Little Trivia6:18 - How RPCS3 Differs in GPU Usage7:26 - Other Unimportant Settings7:40 - What If You're Still Unable to Get 60 FPS?8:23 - Does High FPS Equals Better? (in RPCS3)9:46 - How to Lock Framerate10:16 - IMPORTANT!11:17 - How to Apply ModsIMPORTANT NOTES FOR HD FONT MOD:For the NA version (BLUS30443), just drag/drop the font folder into Demon's Souls USRDIR folder.For the EU version (BLES00932), replace the files in font/eu/If Demon's Souls has previously been ran on RPCS3, you must delete the contents of RPCS3/dev_hdd1/cache/For those interested in online play, use this guide to emulate PSN connectivity:github.com/RPCS3/rpcs3/pull/8663I hope this guide helped you in some way! Comment down below if you ever need help in anything. I'm not an expert but will try to offer assistance if I know about it.Thank you again everyone!My Hardware Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found this interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Growing up With Video Games in the Philippines Matthews Couch 2021-07-24 | This is the story of how I fell in love video games. But being in a third world country has its huge disadvantages. I hope you could all hear my story.I've also recounted my first encounter with video games in blog form: matthewscouch.wordpress.com/2019/01/20/called-for-techOh, if you're short on time, here are timestamps for instant navigation:0:00 - Stuff0:07 - Hi guys0:42 - My backstory1:29 - It was love at first sight/type3:57 - Blue in a good way8:16 - My Backstory continued9:01 - A certain kind of shooter 10:24 - The genre we blame for the degradation of Call of Duty12:40 - Needs no introduction13:03 - Also.. this game. (But go to 12:40 first)15:52 - No more good lightingMy Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Days Gone is NOT a Generic Zombie Game Matthews Couch 2021-06-12 | From watching its pre-release demo trailers, Days Gone looked to be your typical, generic, open-world zombie shooting game. But it turns out the finished work is far from typical. And here are the reasons why:0:00 - My initial expectations of Days Gone1:49 - So after playing the game..2:23 - Disclaimer for this videoThe Bad things first3:47 - The Bad4:02 - Melee Combat6:24 - Bike Combat7:02 - A little nitpick8:47 - Awkward dialogue10:05 - No Healing Animations11:52 - Padded Campaign13:57 - The Good14:03 - Consistent Characterization of Deacon17:19 - The Bike Design20:15 - The Environment22:25 - Small shoutout to Corpses22:52 - Those damn tunnels23:58 - The excellent use of Diegetic designArticles referenced:gamasutra.com/blogs/GabrielNaro/20180801/323232/Diegesis_and_designing_for_immersion.phpuxdesign.cc/understanding-ux-in-video-games-diegesis-theory-f59d5a94cbcf26:06 - Persistent Sense of Danger27:48 - The Gunplay29:25 - Enemy Reactions30:14 - Emergent AI30:45 - Unpredictable Enemy Movement32:15 - Bonus goodies32:27 - Quicksave System33:06 - The detailed conversations with Merchants34:13 - Closing34:38 - ???So, were you bored with Days Gone 's campaign structure? Or were you gripped from start to finish? Please let me know your thoughts on Days Gone! My Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Days Gone PC Performance Optimization Guide - Which Settings Should I Turn Down? Matthews Couch 2021-05-19 | This guide is to help you ease your mind on which graphics settings to tinker with and which options to forget and never touch. This is all about finding the perfect balance of getting the highest framerate while preserving the best graphical fidelity for the enhanced PC version.Note: I've now upgraded to the newest AMD drivers (21.5.2) and it's stable. Recommending all of you to upgrade as well.0:00 - Guide objectives1:02 - Tier 1 Settings and Comparison2:09 - Rare Instances where Cloud and Fog Quality Matters2:49 - Tier 2 Settings and Comparison3:45 - Tier 3 Settings and Comparison (Not recommended; should be last resort)5:03 - Don't Bother With Other Settings5:38 - TL;DR5:51 - Optimized Settings GameplayMy Setup:CPU: Ryzen 5 5600xGPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTRAM: Crucial Ballistix RGB 32GB 3600mhzDrive: ADATA SX8200 1TB NVMEIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Things GTA V did better than GTA IV - Part 2 Matthews Couch 2021-05-08 | This is now the second part of my GTA V improvements compilation. Some of these are really impressive even in 2021. And some are clear indicators of the direction Red Dead Redemption 2 have taken.Subscribe to see more!If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Drastically Improve RPCS3 Performance! - Metal Gear Solid 3 + Skate 3 Benchmarks Matthews Couch 2021-04-15 | RPCS3 is currently progressing very well and has notable games that are fully playable. But tweaking with the settings are not a one-size-fits-all kind of thing. Here are some of the important settings I can recommend for you to tinker with which will surely affect your performance.My Hardware Specifications:GPU: Sapphire Nitro Plus 5700XTCPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600xRAM: Corsair Ballistix 32GB 4x4 3600mhzSSD: Gigabyte 1GBHDD: WD Black 1TBM.2 NVME: ADATA XPG 1TB0:00 - MGS3 Default Settings0:35 - MGS3 Default Settings Benchmark1:14 - MGS3 Optimal Settings2:11 - MGS3 Optimal Settings Benchmark2:42 - Skate 3 Default Settings3:08 - Skate 3 Default Settings Benchmark3:48 - Skate 3 Optimal Settings4:59 - Skate 3 Optimal Settings Benchmark5:32 - A little helpful trivia for Skate 35:54 - Closing thoughtsPlease share your results down below!If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
6 Reasons Why Need for Speed Most Wanted is the Best NFS Game Matthews Couch 2021-04-12 | Need for Speed: Most Wanted released in 2005 and was made by EA Black Box - creators of the previous Underground games and the Skate series. An impressive resume!I guess I'm just being nostalgic on thinking back when games used to inspire and were just plain awesome. But the original Need for Speed Most Wanted does provide a reasonable case for why it is just so good. Please do tell me what other Need for Speed games you enjoyed the most.0:00 - Intro0:48 - Cheesy Acting2:19 - Nuanced Police Chatter3:36 - "Whoooosh" Sound Effects4:38 - The Original Score6:26 - The Lighting8:55 - Car Handling10:18 - Final Thoughts"Asking Why" is a series about investigating underlying reasons behind certain video game observations. This may be about specific game mechanics, games in general, or behavioral patterns within the medium itself. Please let me know your thoughts. I would really love to hear them.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=enBackground music was made and produced by Ayk Iano: precociousragamuffin.com/music
Things GTA V did better than GTA IV - Part 1 Matthews Couch 2021-04-03 | I've seen countless of videos parading GTA IV to be better than GTA V. And while other elements do certainly exist in its predecessor, GTA V has more substantial improvements upon closer inspection. Improvements that are not only incidental for the sake of their existence, but functional and effective in terms of immersion and gameplay. This is the first part of my compilation. What detail impresses you the most? Comment down below and subscribe to see more!If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Why Is Grand Theft Auto So Bad? Matthews Couch 2020-12-24 | In this debut episode of "Quest of Why", we will take a look at why Grand Theft Auto games are always surrounded by controversy especially from mainstream media. To simply say it has sex, violence, and bad language isn't enough since a lot of games also contain these things and are even worse. Therefore, the reasons should be deeper than what the back-of-the-box facts may suggest. Let's find out.0:00 - Intro2:11 - What makes Grand Theft Auto different?8:11 - What about other games?11:04 - What did I get from it?13:47 - How about its violence?16:21 - Thank you stuff"Asking Why" is a new series about investigating underlying reasons behind certain video game observations. This may be about specific game mechanics or cultural patterns within the medium. Please let me know your thoughts. I would really love to hear them."Hearing Footsteps Above" is the killer soundtrack at the first part of this video. It is made and produced by Ayk Iano. Catch more of his awesome work here: precociousragamuffin.com/musicIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Cyberpunk 2077 PC Performance Guide | Best Settings for Constant 60 FPS on Mid-range AMD Hardware Matthews Couch 2020-12-14 | Cyberpunk 2077 is one messed up game technically. But, that doesn't mean you can't do something to improve stuff.For a true comprehensive, in-depth look into the individual graphics options, go here:matthewscouch.wordpress.com/2020/12/16/run-cyberpunk-at-60-fps-on-amd-hardware-a-comprehensive-look-into-cyberpunk-2077s-graphics-settings-and-why-they-matterMy Rig:GPU: Sapphire 5700XT Nitro PlusCPU: Ryzen 5600xRAM: Crucial Ballistix 3600MHZ CL16SSD: Adata XPG sx8200 Pro 1TB Timestamps:0:48 - Test Area and Frame-rate Before Optimization1:52 - Settings Optimization6:55 - Cherry on top9:42 - Magic happens10:52 - Medium vs High Volumetric Fog ResolutionFYI: this video was supposed to be super in-depth with multiple comparisons for each graphics setting that warrants performance trade-offs. Unfortunately, both Sony Vegas Pro and Da Vinci Resolve wouldn't complete rendering and would always crash. Three days of straight editing all went to waste. So I just threw a prayer and tried Shotcut just for the sake of it. Fortunately, this was the only editing software that works for me. So consider this just a simplified straightforward guide that gets my point across without digging deep into the minutia of graphical nuances.Please feel free to comment down below. I will be reviewing this game as soon as I'm able to wrap my head around CD Projekt's intended vision and if they were able to succeed in realizing it.Don't forget to subscribe! (One like and subscribe means a lot to me)If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Figuring out Red Dead Redemption 2s Graphics Settings Matthews Couch 2019-11-08 | I've finally made some progress in wrapping my head around Rockstar's latest PC title. It's the most mind-boggling graphical performance I've seen yet, but the truth will always surface itself.
Social Media - Boon or Bane Matthews Couch 2019-04-02 | I'd like to take a break from doing comedic stuff and instead be earnest. This would all be about Social Media; its pros and cons, and how ultimately - it is one big irony. Does Social Media do more good than harm? Converse with me in the comments down below.Credits:-pexels.com-Kerith Lemon Pictures-Dissolve -HigtonBros-RamPage-Ben HarkawayIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
What Filipinos Think of Online Shopping Matthews Couch 2019-03-12 | I know, I know. This is a game analysis channel so what is this video doing here? Well, I love online shopping - only because of video games and nothing else. Because of my insufficient background on this phenomenon, I started asking random people in the Philippines about their thoughts on this new wave of electronic commerce.Also, this is part of our requirement in graduate school..The language these people were speaking is called 'Hiligaynon' - specifically a native dialect in the city of Iloilo.What are your opinions on online transactions? Does it do more good than harm? What products or services would you consider purchasing online? What would you not purchase online? Please leave your comments down below and do not forget to subscribe!If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Wide as an Ocean, Deep as a Puddle - Thoughts on No Mans Sky PC Port Matthews Couch 2016-08-15 | So it's all a lie folks. What we got here is far different from what was promised. Maybe except the flying in procedural space part. But the rest is utterly uninspired without any sense of art direction or meaning whatsoever.2021 Update: So this game has now become a living miracle! It's far, far better than its 2016 release and even more than the initial promise. However, the routine survival loop is still not for everyone.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Platinum Demo Got Me Excited for Final Fantasy XV! - Impression Plays Matthews Couch 2016-04-24 | This demo got me very intrigued now. The combat at the start may seem simplistic at best, but as soon as it got serious, the depth it offers is fascinating - especially for the nature of what Final Fantasy games usually is.But the aliasing is noticeable especially on character hair.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
My Problem With Video Game Review Scores Matthews Couch 2016-04-23 | This is a snapshot of my impressions upon realizing review scores are nothing more than an arbitrary attempt to "objectify" a subjective experience. Just a personal opinion guys. Please no pitchforks.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Why The Walking Dead Is AFFECTIVE - A Case Study Matthews Couch 2016-04-16 | The Walking Dead won several Game Of the Year awards back in 2012 and this led to quite an uproar with some people. They've said it was too short; too mechanically anemic to be called a game. I would like to digress on that sentiment and instead present my own case on why The Walking Dead - despite its "thin" content - contributed relevance to the medium.Credits to bensound.com for their wonderful, awesome music!Please share your thoughts on this matter down below and do not hesitate to contact me directly either through my own personal Facebook page or through my blogpress site. Also, I highly encourage you all fine people to subscribe to this channel since you'd be instantly updated on all video happenings.I thank you all so much for tuning in. It is always a pleasure to put out content that I hope evokes your mind as well as inform you of the progress of the artistry in video games. Once again, thank you very much.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
The Superficial Mechanics of Watch Dogs Matthews Couch 2016-03-25 | Watch Dogs established huge expectations when it was first unveiled by Ubisoft in E3 2012. The promise of inter-connectivity that was destined to alter gameplay dynamics and the concept of hacking the very world of Chicago itself widened the eyes of critics and gamers alike. But did it really retain and deliver its promise? Watch the video to find out what I think about the subject. And remember to leave a comment down below on what you're opinion is on the issue at hand. Liking and subscribing isn't a bad thing as well. ********************************************************************Credits:Ubisoft: youtube.com/watch?v=xU7WGAJPRRwAhoy: youtube.com/watch?v=vocDVPpMXLMBio Bane: youtube.com/watch?v=f1wlk5-Pb1gMusic: http://www.bensound.com********************************************************************If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Playing with Insight - EA Sports UFC (2015) Matthews Couch 2016-03-02 | EA Sports UFC 2015 has amazing limb physics. As expected from the studio that made the Fight Night and old UFC games, the way real-time movement is blended with pre-canned animations WHILE implementing ragdoll physics is impressive.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Playing with Insight - GTA V Matthews Couch 2016-01-24 | Another attempt to channel the comedic-youtuber stereotype in me. It's kinda cringe now but it's still something to look back to as a small milestone.GTA V is one beast of an open world game. It's riddled full of interlocking gameplay systems that are never superficially implemented in single layers. Let's delve together as we look at things GTA V does best against its competitors.. in a not so academic way.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Hitman Alpha Commentary - Part 2 Matthews Couch 2015-07-29 | The reason for the abrupt ending? Someone called me. LOL. Anyways, here's just the second part. It's kinda crazy how Hitman evolved from this alpha build. There were a lot of things that made me scared for the series' direction.Here are some of them:1. NPCs no longer turn around when you walk/crouch-walk behind them.2. No dedicated real-time map3. Agent 47's face 4. Diana's voice actor5. No more prepping of fiber wire when holding fire buttonNow running a lot longer now.Part One here: youtube.com/watch?v=PGGW8IQ98mIIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Singin Dark Souls II (Ultimate Cringe) Matthews Couch 2015-07-29 | Another pointless video I made for no reason at all.A good reminder of my progress though.When life hits hard, just let that music flow.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Hitman Closed Alpha Commentary Matthews Couch 2015-07-28 | Ah, the memories. I am a HUUUGE hitman series fan and I was so excited when I saw an alpha copy of this then-unreleased build of Hitman 2015. Therefore, no preparations were made in this video and I just recorded arbitrarily.Apologies to the abrupt ending. Second part is right here:youtube.com/watch?v=A65boTdITOUIf you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
Thoughts on Dark Souls II Matthews Couch 2015-07-27 | Hello: I'm Matthew Siloterio. This is my personal assessment on how Dark Souls II fared against its predecessor - Dark Souls - while playing the damn game at the same time. Apologies for the rough audio and all-over-the-place structure. This is my first time recording my thoughts and I still had no idea how to do stuff in a professional way.If you found me interesting for some reason, you can follow me using these links:WordPress: matthewscouch.wordpress.comFacebook: facebook.com/matthew.siloterioInstagram: instagram.com/doeclapton/?hl=en
