Horizon Forbidden West [PC] vs [PS5] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2024-03-28 | Review code provided by Sony & Guerrilla GamesDirect visual and feature comparison of Horizon Forbidden West on the PC to the PS5 version. This video covers a ton of content for Horizon Forbidden West - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, graphic settings, and other features that have changed between versions.The PC version is set to a native 4K resolution, at Ultra settings with FSR/DLSS disabled. The PS5 version is set to "Fidelity" mode at a native 4K resolution. PC Specs: Win10i9 10900kf32gb DDR4 RamRTX 4090Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:20 Settings01:02 Models03:24 Environment05:34 Lighting06:34 Shadows06:57 Effects07:48 Sound13:32 Conclusion#horizonforbiddenwest #ps5 #directcomparison
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth vs Original | Direct Comparison Nick930 2024-03-24 | Review Code provided by Square Enix. A comprehensive comparison between the new Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and the original Final Fantasy VII, including graphics, gameplay mechanics, features, story and level layout changes. _______________________________________________________Table of Contents:00:00 Intro01:08 Settings01:44 Models03:17 Environment10:22 Story13:07 Gameplay19:15 Sound24:05 Conclusion#FinalFantasy7 #rebirth #Comparison
Skull & Bones vs Assassins Creed IV Black Flag | Direct Comparison Nick930 2024-02-24 | Review code provided by Ubisoft. A graphic, gameplay, and feature comparison of the new "Skull & Bones" and the fan-favorite "Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag."Both games captured on PC using the highest graphic settings (Post Processing and PhysX disabled)This comparison will provide a comprehensive breakdown of everything in the game, including character models, environments, textures, object models, lighting systems, effects, sound, and features. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:42 Character Models04:18 Pirate Ship10:44 Lighting Design12:46 Effects14:56 Sound Comparisons19:25 Final ThoughtsNew documentary on "Prince of Persia" is in production, featuring interviews from developers including the original creator, Jordan Mechner! Subscribe and enable notifications to be the first to catch it next month!
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered vs Original | Direct Comparison Nick930 2024-02-13 | Review code provided by Aspyr. A graphic, gameplay, and feature comparison of the new Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection to the original 1996, 1997, and 1998 classics. Classic games are captured using the "Graphic Toggle" option included in the collection. Original PS1 & PC versions are also shown. This comparison will provide a comprehensive breakdown of everything in the game, including character models, environments, textures, skyboxes, object models, lighting systems, effects, sound, and new features. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:25 Settings/Overview02:35 Models - Lara Croft04:41 Models - Items/Equipment07:35 Models - Enemies (Animals)09:19 Models - Enemies (Humans)10:18 FMVs/Cutscenes11:52 Environments - Geometry14:17 Environments - Textures15:33 Environments - Object Models17:47 Environments - Skyboxes19:05 Environments - Showcase20:59 Lighting - Benefits22:41 Lighting - Issues25:01 Shadows26:23 Effects - Fire27:29 Effects - Weapon FX28:20 Effects - Water32:01 Sound - Tomb Raider35:31 Sound - Tomb Raider II40:22 Sound - Tomb Raider III45:52 Extra FeaturesCheck out a breakdown of the entire "Tomb Raider" series below. History of Tomb Raider: youtu.be/K09niWRULuM?si=fBpHZ0rUKH4docMONew documentary on "Prince of Persia" is in production, featuring interviews from developers including the original creator, Jordan Mechner! Subscribe and enable notifications to be the first to catch it next month!
The Last of Us Part II Remastered vs Original | Direct Comparison Nick930 2024-01-16 | Review code provided by Sony & Naughty Dog.Direct visual and feature comparison of the upcoming "The Last of Us Part II Remastered" [PS5] and the previous version of the game, "The last of Us Part II" [PS4]. This video covers a ton of content for The Last of Us Part II - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, UI elements, and other aspects of the game that have been modified. Both games are being played on a PS5 using the fidelity presets. For gameplay sequences - TLOU Part II is being played in its performance mode (60fps 1440p). #thelastofuspart2 #ps5 #directcomparison
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown | 20+ Hours Played - Review Nick930 2024-01-13 | Review code provided by Ubisoft. This is my full review for Ubisoft's "Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown."The Lost Crown marks the triumphant return of the legendary "Prince of Persia" series, with a brand new art style, new story, and some phenomenal metroidvania gameplay elements. The world is created almost entirely off of ancient Iranian and Arabic folklore, creating a far more authentic mythological adventure than any previous uses of the property. And by returning to a 2D gameplay style, Ubisoft managed to craft an exceptionally polished, and enjoyable gameplay experience. There are a few bugs, all of which I've forwarded to Ubisoft for a potential day-1 patch. But the hour-to-hour gameplay was flawless and highly enjoyable, making this an absolute MUST PLAY! Time Stamps:00:00 Intro03:24 Story (Spoiler Free)09:37 Traversal10:50 Combat14:28 Progression Systems15:55 Presentation19:34 Final Thoughts#princeofpersia #princeofpersiathelostcrown #review
Home Office Studio (2024) vs (2018) | Studio Tour v2.0 Nick930 2024-01-03 | To help ring in the new year, I wanted to give you guys an updated behind-the-scenes look at my studio workplace, including my primary gaming PC, Editing workstation, And the newly renovated Retro Gaming Basement space. Special thanks to Corsair, AMD, Ubisoft, & PlayStation for providing a lot of the tech featured in this video. While a lot of items were provided for free, this particular video is NOT directly paid for by any of these partners. All opinions expressed are my own. Links to Hardware: Main Editing PC• ASUS ROG Strix Z490-E Gaming Motherboard https://rb.gy/zbbt8b• Intel 10900kf CPU https://rb.gy/3mjtdr• Corsair ELITE Capellix H115i AIO https://rb.gy/g0fbis• Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 3200Mhz RAM https://rb.gy/kvelaz• Nvidia RTX 3090 FE https://rb.gy/zcj0up• Corsair HX850 PSU https://rb.gy/9xieyp• Samsung Evo 970 M.2 1TB https://rb.gy/u5p98f• Seagate 10TB HDD https://rb.gy/rdyp1e• Sandisk Extreme Pro 1TB SSD https://rb.gy/onfmyk• Cooler Master Cosmos C700P Tower https://rb.gy/unxluhMain Gaming PC• ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming Motherboard https://rb.gy/a9nk7l• Intel i9 13900kf CPU https://rb.gy/lj0273• Corsair iCUE H150i Elite CAPELLIX AIO https://rb.gy/hnyuj5• Corsair 7000D Full-Tower https://rb.gy/z5sl79• Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 Ram https://rb.gy/tqn6gx• Corsair RM1200x PSU https://rb.gy/9jo9vu• Nvidia RTX 4090 FE https://rb.gy/p3r1vp• Sony Inzone H9 Headset https://rb.gy/sc8ufg•Asus Rog XG32VQ Freesync Monitor https://rb.gy/kxzxfe•ASUS ROG Strix Flare (Cherry MX Brown) Keyboard https://rb.gy/bjipoxSecondary Streaming PC• ASUS ROG Strix Z370-H Gaming Motherboard https://rb.gy/bvxu5k• Intel i7 8700k CPU https://rb.gy/xuttmc• Corsair Hydro Series H100i V2 AIO https://rb.gy/mssbzf• Cougar Panzer Max Tower https://rb.gy/azykqx• G.Skill TridentZ DDR4 3200Mhz RAM https://rb.gy/hz0nzi• Corsair RM650X PSU https://rb.gy/9emajs• Nvidia RTX 2080ti FE https://rb.gy/lm3u52• Elgato 4K60Pro Capture Card https://rb.gy/r1z1izBasement PC:•ASUS Rog Crosshair VIII Hero X570 https://rb.gy/8k7ktx•Ryzen 9 5950x CPU amd.com/en/products/cpu/amd-ryzen-9-5950x•Kingston HyperX Predator DDR4 RAM https://rb.gy/srgwcm•Radeon RX 6900 XT Halo Infinite Limited Edition (UNAVAILABLE)•Radeon RX 7900 XTX Avatar Frontiers of Pandora (UNAVAILABLE)•Corsair MP600 2TB NVMe SSD https://rb.gy/j8xlis•Seagate 10TB HDD https://rb.gy/3sljiy•ASUS Rog Thor 850 watt PSU https://rb.gy/6xks6bLaptop•ASUS Rog Strix Scar II https://rb.gy/dlth6s•Pccooler 17'' Cooling Pad https://rb.gy/usa6ay•Vivo Desk Mount Stand https://rb.gy/5zhmkjMisc Peripherals•ASUS Rog Swift PG43UQ 4K Monitor https://rb.gy/sooxfu•ASUS Rog Swift PG279Q 1440p Monitor https://rb.gy/ajg0px•Logitech G815 Keyboard https://rb.gy/l6gac6•Corsair K60 RGB Pro https://rb.gy/ddcxa7•Logitech G502 Lightspeed Mouse https://rb.gy/ef49hc•Logitech G900 Mouse https://rb.gy/4lcl4a•Corsair Katar Pro Wireless https://rb.gy/dj2rzq•XboxElite Series 2 Gamepad https://rb.gy/fz2gqv•Creative 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers (DISCONTINUED)•SteelSeriesH Headphones (DISCONTINUED)•Elgato Key Light https://rb.gy/wurejg•Elgato Master Mount https://rb.gy/7tgour•Elgato Flex Arm Kit https://rb.gy/fmgnhr•Elgato Wave 3 Microphone https://rb.gy/ihblef•Elgato Streamdeck https://rb.gy/r6e1zh•Lumix G7 Mirrorless Camera https://rb.gy/juubj9Main Console Setup:•PlayStation 5 https://rb.gy/ipa5de•PlayStation4 Pro https://rb.gy/9f5ya9•XboxSeriesX bestbuy.com/site/microsoft-xbox-series-x-1tb-console-black/6428324.p?skuId=6428324•XboxOneX (Scorpio Edition) https://rb.gy/b3xbnm•Nintendo Switch https://rb.gy/pkdxyk•Sony XBR 900e 55'' 4K TV https://rb.gy/w6gfyu•LG CX OLED (DISCONTINUED - See LG C3/G3)•JBL 5.1 Surround Speakers (DISCONTINUED)•PlayStation Gold Wireless Headphones https://rb.gy/lvfbeqRetro Gaming Setup: Simpsons Arcade Cabinet: bestbuy.com/site/arcade1up-the-simpsons-30th-edition-arcade-with-stool-and-tin-multi/6471758.p?skuId=6471758BenQ x3100i 4K Projector: benq.com/en-us/projector/gaming/x3100i/buy.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqEvBGj99yxPQEP4fTqFvtTR3ABOonc2yaph6xiuagm2t5q0mxaOEMNote: I make no affiliated commission for the purchase of any items listed here. If you'd like to support me, you can become a member of my Patreon at the following link: www.patreon.com/Nick930#StudioTour #GamingSetup #corsair
Call of Duty MWIII - Season 1 | Warzone Review Nick930 2023-12-29 | This video is sponsored by Nvidia. Maximize your performance this holiday season with an RTX 40 series GPU. Turn on DLSS 3.0, Frame Generation, and Nvidia Reflex Low Latency to give yourself a huge advantage in the warzone. See the link here for more details: nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/news/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-3-season-1-warzone-dlss-3In today's video, we take an in-depth look at this years version of "Warzone," specifically Season 1 for MWIII, including its new map (Urzikstan), the new gameplay features, and various loadouts and best tactics to take home the win. #rtxon #warzone #ad
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora | 40+ Hours Played - Review Nick930 2023-12-11 | Review code provided by Ubisoft. This is my full review for Massive Entertainment's "Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora."Avatar is a first person, open world action adventure title - inspired by James Cameron's popular film series of the same name. The player assumes the role of a Na'vi resistance fighter, as they band together with local tribes to push the human RDA out of Pandora. The game world is beautifully realized, with lush plant life and lots of cultural history, but the core gameplay behind it all - mainly the combat, feels lackluster and repetitive. Time Stamps:00:00 Intro03:24 Story (Spoiler Free)05:18 Open World Design09:37 Traversal10:50 Combat14:28 Progression Systems15:55 Presentation18:56 Console Version19:34 Final Thoughts#avatar #avatarfrontiersofpandora #review
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) vs Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-12-03 | Review code providee by Activision.Direct visual comparison of the recently released Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) multiplayer maps and the original 2009 versions of the same maps from Modern Warfare 2 (2009). Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:21 Afghan03:50 Derail05:10 Estate06:02 Favela07:07 High Rise08:10 Invasion09:07 Karachi09:56 Quarry10:27 Rundown11:25 Rust12:29 Scrapyard13:29 Skidrow14:17 Sub Base15:23 Terminal17:05 Underpass18:02 Wasteland18:49 Sound Comparisons25:19 Final thoughtsWant to learn more about Call of Duty? Check out the full documentary here: youtu.be/_I9l261A_fY#CallofDuty #ModernWarfare #Comparison
PlayStation Portal & PULSE Explore Earbuds | Hardware Preview Nick930 2023-11-15 | Pre-order the PlayStation Portal Remote Play Device: inflcr.co/SHJcdPre-order the PULSE Explore Wireless Earbuds: inflcr.co/SHJcbThe PlayStation Portal Remote Play Device & PULSE Explore Wireless Earbuds were provided for free by Sony for this video. Because this video is sponsored, this is not a review - but rather an unboxing and early preview of the device as I was able to test it this past weekend. Full breakdown of Sony's PlayStation Portal Remote Play Device and the PULSE Explore Wireless Earbuds. Includes a breakdown of several PlayStation 5 titles running using this hardware. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:24 Unboxing & Setup04:46 Gameplay Samples06:07 Pulse Explore Earbuds07:49 Final Thoughts#PlayStationAd #playstationportal #PulseExplore
Play your @PlayStation games ANYWHERE in the house! #playstationportal #PlayStationAd Nick930 2023-11-15 | Full Video Here: youtu.be/RyCS5e5M99oThank you @PlayStation for sending me the PlayStation Portal & PULSE Explore Wireless Earbuds. Preorder yours using the following links:PlayStation Portal - inflcr.co/SHJcePULSE Explore Earbuds - inflcr.co/SHJcg#playstationportal #PulseExplore #PlayStationAd
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III (2023) | Campaign Review Nick930 2023-11-07 | Review code provided by Activision. This is my full review for Sledgehammer's "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023)" Single Player Campaign. Like last year's Modern Warfare II, Modern Warfare III failed to impress. The game leans even further into recycling elements built for the series' popular Battle Royale mode, "Warzone" - introducing new "Open Combat" missions that replace the series' signature scripted action for something more akin to a Far Cry stealth-action experience, and to poor effect. This is not a remake of MW3, but it also fails to surpass those older games either, paying homage to classic scenes while making them smaller in scale and less ambitious overall. I went in expecting less, after last years incredibly disappointing MWII, and the year before that - "Vanguard." But I also recognize that a big reason for the drop in quality is the incredibly short timeframe given to Sledgehammer games to put together this campaign experience. It's serviceable for anyone looking for more content to go along with the upcoming multiplayer content, but highly ill-advised for players on a budget. This just isn't worthy of the "Call of Duty" title. #callofduty #modernwarfare3 #review
120 Inches of Venom in 4K!! - BenQ x3100i UHD LED Gaming Projector | Review Nick930 2023-10-30 | The BenQ x3100i 4K Gaming Projector was provided for free by BenQ for this review. You can find more information and store links for this specific projector in the links below:BenQ x3100i Projector (NEW)US product page: bit.ly/3tBpnjnBenQ x3000i Projector (Old Model)US Product page: benq.com/en-us/projector/gaming/x3000i.html(I do NOT make commission for any sales of this product)This is a full breakdown of BenQ's 4K Gaming Projector - including a general rundown of what projector gaming is like, a review of this projector's design, image quality, and performance. Consoles tested include the PC, PlayStation 5, XboxSeriesX, PlayStation, N64, Nintendo Switch, and SNES. (Only PlayStation 5 is shown in this video)Table of Contents:00:00 Intro01:49 Form Factor and Setup07:45 Image Quality10:16 Performance11:27 Final Thoughts#4KProjector #Projector #Setup
Spider-Man 2 [PS5] vs Spider-Man Remastered [PS5] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-10-19 | Review code provided by Sony & Insomniac. A graphic comparison of the newly released Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PS5 to its 2020 predecessors: Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered and Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Spider-Man Remastered [PS5] vs Spider-Man [PS4] Comparison: youtu.be/pPmVScTleVMSpider-Man E3 vs Retail Comparison: youtu.be/217WsOwSVS8Spider-Man Miles Morales PC vs PS5: youtu.be/weXCITmnOkI?si=qKes5ebFHugOSHmOSpider-Man Remastered PC vs PS5: youtu.be/8xdr56ojgP0?si=pBulXBr93UjiZMzB___________________________________________________________Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:20 Settings01:10 Character Models07:39 Environment Detail14:38 Lighting16:18 Shadows17:02 Effects19:05 Open World Activities23:07 Character Swapping23:57 Combat Design25:48 Gadgets27:11 Suits28:28 Traversal Mechanics29:40 Stealth Action30:56 Sound Design35:30 Final Thoughts#spiderman2 #Comparison #PS5
Assassins Creed: Mirage vs Assassins Creed: Valhalla | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-10-07 | A direct visual and gameplay comparison of AC: Mirage vs AC: Valhalla. Detailed breakdown of every aspect of both games, including the lighting, textures, and environmental detail along with various gameplay mechanics like the combat design and the side activities. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬The History of "Assassin's Creed"youtu.be/S0k2oSu-nSo▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Timestamps00:00 Introduction00:23 Settings00:47 Character Models02:56 Environments06:22 Lighting08:59 Shadows09:55 Effects11:05 Mission Structure12:33 Progression System14:08 General Gameplay16:56 Sound Comparisons22:30 Final Thoughts#AssassinsCreed #acmirage #Comparison
Payday 3 vs Payday 2 | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-10-01 | Review code provided by Starbreeze Studios. Direct visual comparison of the recently released PC version of Starbreeze Studio's cooperative shooter game, Payday 3 and how it stacks up to the previous entry to the series, Payday 2. Gameplay is being captured on a PC with the graphic settings pushed to their maximum values at a native 4K resolution.This video discusses the game's presentation and how it improves on the previous title, and includes a full breakdown of things like character models, environments, lighting, and effects. Also includes a full breakdown of new gameplay features, mechanics, and other changes made. Stay tuned to this channel for a large-scale documentary on the History of the Red Dead Series, coming soon!#payday3 #payday2 #directcomparison
Mortal Kombat 1 vs Mortal Kombat 11 | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-09-23 | Review code provided by Warner Bros & NetherRealm Studio.A direct visual and gameplay comparison of the latest Mortal Kombat 1 to the previous mainline entry to the series, Mortal Kombat 11. Includes a look at the character roster, stages, graphical design, HUD elements, gameplay mechanics, game modes, and various other features. Gameplay is captured on the PC at a native 4K resolution with the settings pushed to their maximum values., Stay tuned to this channel for a large-scale documentary on the History of the Red Dead Series, coming soon!#mortalkombat11ultimate #mk1 #directcomparison
Spider-Man 2 | Hands-On Gameplay Preview + Interview Nick930 2023-09-18 | While this video is not directly sponsored - I was invited by PlayStation to the event, who paid for my flight, hotel, and food. I was asked to participate in a hands-on play session for Insomniac's upcoming entry to the Spider-Man series, "Spider-Man 2." This preview details only content I was able to experience first-hand during the preview event, and is presented in a way to avoid story spoilers outside of the general provided premise. Full Interview: 930gaming.com/post/spider-man-2-preview-interview-with-sr-programmer-director-dough-sheahanGameplay and visuals are not final and are subject to change by release. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:48 Dual Narrative03:54 New Locations04:54 New Traversal05:48 Improved Stealth06:20 Advanced Combat07:58 Final Thoughts#spiderman2 #spiderman2ps5 #playstation
Assassins Creed Mirage | Hands-On Gameplay Preview Nick930 2023-09-12 | This video is sponsored by Ubisoft. Pre-order Assassin's Creed Mirage: https://ubi.li/reWeqI was asked to participate in a remote play session for UbiSoft's upcoming entry to the AC series, "Assassin's Creed Mirage." This preview details only content I was able to experience first-hand during the preview event, and is presented in a way to avoid story spoilers outside of the general provided premise. Gameplay and visuals are not final and are subject to change by release. Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:28 Setting03:11 Parkour/Traversal05:09 Stealth Mechanics07:35 Tools/Gadgets08:35 Combat Mechanics10:15 Conclusion
Red Dead Redemption [PS5] vs [PS3] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-08-19 | Direct visual comparison of the recently released PlayStation 4 version of Rockstar's hit open-world western game, Red Dead Redemption and how it stacks up to the original release of the game on PlayStation 3. Gameplay is being captured on a PlayStation 5 console via backwards compatibility. PS3 gameplay is captured directly on a PlayStation 3 console. This video discusses the game's updated resolution, performance, any changes made to the gameplay mechanics, character models, environments, lighting, shadows, effects, and sound effects. Stay tuned to this channel for a large-scale documentary on the History of the Red Dead Series, coming soon!#reddeadredemption #rdr #directcomparison
Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart [PC] vs [PS5] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-07-28 | Review code provided by Sony & Insomniac.Direct visual and feature comparison of the Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart on the PC to the PS5 version. This video covers a ton of content for Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, graphic settings, and other features that have changed between versions.The PC version is set to a native 4K resolution, at Ultra settings with FSR/DLSS disabled. The PS5 version is set to "Fidelity" mode at a native 4K resolution. PC Specs: Win10i9 10900kf32gb DDR4 RamRTX 4090Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:20 Settings01:07 Models02:24 Environment04:35 Lighting05:52 Shadows07:10 Effects07:49 Misc08:50 Sound14:03 Conclusion#ratchetandclank #ps5 #directcomparison
Street Fighter 6 vs Street Fighter 5 | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-07-24 | Direct visual and feature comparison of the newly released Street Fighter 6 and the previous entry to the series, Street Fighter V (Championship Edition). Both games are being played on the PS5 console. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:31 Roster01:37 Character Comparison02:56 Ryu04:26 Ken04:57 Chun Li05:24 Cammy05:48 Juri06:10 Blanka06:34 E. Honda06:43 Zangief07:16 Guile07:26 Dhalsim08:30 Stage List10:07 Environment Comparison11:38 Lighting Design12:20 Shadows12:31 Effects13:51 Combat Design16:04 Game Modes18:25 Sound Comparison21:07 Final Thoughts
BattleBit Remastered vs Battlefield 2042 | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-07-17 | Direct visual and gameplay comparison of the low-poly shooter game, Battle Bit Remastered (EARLY ACCESS), and the most recent AAA entry in the Battlefield series, Battlefield 2042.All footage is recorded on the PC at a native 4K resolution and max graphics. A full documentary on the Battlefield series is available here: youtu.be/7l0biWQrshIBrand new "Last of Us" documentary here:youtu.be/UfuBsc1uGX0Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:22 Settings00:55 Presentation (Character Models)02:34 Environments04:30 Lighting/Weather05:53 Misc Effects07:48 Gameplay Overview16:13 Sound Comparison19:39 Additional Thoughts#Battlefield #Comparison #battlebit
History of The Last of Us (2013 - 2023) | Documentary Nick930 2023-07-08 | A full history of "The Last of Us" franchise. From Bruce Straley & Neil Druckmann joining Naughty Dog, to the most recent rumors regarding a Last of Us Part 3 and the announced Factions standalone multiplayer experience. Celebrate 10 years of one of the most beloved narrative driven experiences in the history of gaming by learning how the series has evolved! The Last of Us is a highly cinematic action adventure series created by Neil Druckmann, Bruce Straley and the talented team of developers at PlayStation's first party studio - Naughty Dog. The series began as an attempt at Jak & Daxter 4, but quickly evolved into one of the most recognizable and cherished stories in the video game medium. This documentary will cover it all, including: Naughty Dog's early days, the developer of the original PS3 Last of Us title, the PS4 remaster, Part 2, the Remake, and even the highly acclaimed HBO Live Action show of the same name. Join me as I detail each and every game, breaking down their development history, storyline, gameplay features, visuals, and their critical reception, all backed with each game's original soundtrack. ________________________ Follow me on Twitter! I like to post updates on my projects there:Twitter: @nick930gaming Please help me continue doing what I love! You can sign up to be a patron using the link below - and earn special perks as a result! Patreon: patreon.com/Nick930 Even the smallest donations help me make these videos! (I record all of my own footage and need to purchase several old games for the footage) Because "The Last of Us" is one of my all-time favorites, I wanted to make sure to get this one right - and put an exceptional amount of work into research, writing, recording, and editing to ensure the best possible viewing experience. I put a ton of passion and effort into this documentary - but even so, there are bound to be errors. Please feel free to let me know in the comments if you spot one! Now sit back, grab a drink and enjoy the ENTIRE History of The Last of Us! When you're lost in the darkness, look for the light!Table of Contents________________________ 00:00 Intro02:55 Development of The Last of Us21:18 The Last of Us (2013)35:48 Factions Multiplayer (2013)39:52 Left Behind Expansion44:29 The Last of Us Remastered (2014)47:38 Uncharted 4's Impact50:47 Development of TLOU Part 257:05 The Last of Us Part 2 (2020)01:17:00 Development of TLOU Part 101:22:00 The Last of Us Part 1 (2022)01:26:00 The Last of Us HBO (2023)01:28:00 The Last of Us Factions Standalone & Future (2023)________________________ Special thanks to: EpicTrailerMusicUK - Listen to his epic reimagining of "The Last of Us" theme here: #thelastofus #Documentary #Trailer
Immortals of Aveum | Exclusive Hands-On Preview Nick930 2023-06-01 | Thank You to EA for flying me out to the Preview Event to try out this game in person. My preview for Ascendant Studio's' "Immortals Of Aveum" (PC Version)I was asked to participate in an in-person event at EA's Redwood Studios in California, where I was able to play roughly 3-hours worth of the upcoming "Immortals of Aveum." I've also participated in a special "Community Council" program, where I've provided feedback on this game in its early alpha stages, in addition to providing input on various aspects of marketing for the game. This preview details only content shown during the preview event, and is presented in a way to avoid any story spoilers outside of the general provided premise. Gameplay and visuals are not final and are subject to change by release. Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:12 Ascendant Studio02:12 Story Premise03:49 Combat04:25 Sigils06:10 Augments/Totems/Controls08:30 Fury Spells10:38 Exploration11:48 Progression Systems13:41 Presentation/Performance16:22 Conclusion#immortalsofaveum #preview #nick930
System Shock [Remake] vs Original | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-05-29 | This video is sponsored by System Shock.System Shock Steam Store Page: gsght.com/c/ps3uhmDirect visual and feature comparison of the newly released System Shock Remake [PC] and the original classic version of the game from 1994.This video covers a ton of content for System Shock - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, visual elements, and core changes. Both games are being played on the PC using the highest visual settings, though the "Enhanced Edition" version of the original System Shock is being used for better compatibility with modern hardware. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:53 Intro Cinematic02:45 Model Design03:49 Environment Design06:49 Lighting/Shadows07:53 Effects09:14 Gameplay Changes12:51 Sound Design20:04 Conclusion#SystemShock #Shodan #directcomparison
Dead Island 2 vs Dead Island 1 | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-05-08 | Review code provided by Deep Silver.Patreon: patreon.com/Nick930Any donation helps in a big way! Thank you :)Direct visual and gameplay comparison of the newly released "Dead Island 2" and the original entry to the series, "Dead Island."This video covers a ton of content for Dead Island 2 - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, UI elements, and other aspects of the game that have been modified. Dead Island Definitive Edition was used due to it being the only official version of the game available on digital storefronts - though footage of the original release is included. Both games are being played on the PC at their highest graphical settings, with post processing effects like motion blur, film grain, and chromatic aberration disabled.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:19 Patreon01:07 Settings01:57 Characters/Models08:17 Environments11:34 Lighting13:53 Shadows14:31 Effects16:59 Gameplay22:04 Sound27:10 Final ThoughtsComputer Specs used: Win10RTX 4090 Founders EditionIntel i9 10900kf32gb DDR4 (3200Mhz) DRAMInstalled on SSDWin10RX 6900 XTAMD Ryzen 9 5950x32gb DDR4 (3200MHz) DRAMInstalled on SSDLearn more about my setup here: youtu.be/8LaOZF8Vg3gNew Setup video is coming soon.#DeadIsland2 #nick930 #DirectComparison
Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores | 12+ Hours Played - Content Overview Nick930 2023-04-27 | This video is sponsored by PlayStation.Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores is available to purchase now for PlayStation 5: inflcr.co/SHHav(The Base game, "Horizon Forbidden West" is required to play this expansion.)If you are a PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium member, you can purchase Burning Shores and play it with Horizon Forbidden West, available now in the PS+ Collection.This is a full breakdown of the recently released Burning Shores expansion, including a look at the story, new playable area, and additional gameplay features. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:34 Story01:59 New Location03:42 New Abilities05:52 New Machines07:10 Final Thoughts#BurningShores #PS5 #Ad
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor vs Jedi: Fallen Order | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-04-26 | Review code provided by EA & Respawn. A full breakdown of all the visual and gameplay elements on offer in the new Star Wars Jedi: Survivor video game for the PC. Analyzes character models, design changes, environments, lighting, effects, and changes to gameplay mechanics. Support the channel at: patreon.com/Nick930Timestamps:00:00 Intro/Settings00:58 Character Models05:48 Level Environments09:20 Lighting Design10:50 Shadow Design11:44 Misc Effects12:55 Traversal/Controls14:36 Combat Changes16:20 Sound Comparisons18:44 Final Thoughts#directcomparison #starwarsjedisurvivor #Nick930
The Last of Us Part 1 [PC] vs [PS5] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-04-05 | Review code provided by Sony & Naughty Dog.Direct visual and feature comparison of the The Last of Us Part 1 on the PC to the PS5 version. This video covers a ton of content for The Last of Us Part 1 - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, graphic settings, and other features that have changed between versions.The PC version is set to a native 4K resolution, at Ultra settings with FSR/DLSS disabled. The PS5 version is set to "Fidelity" mode at a native 4K resolution. PC Specs: Win10i9 10900kf32gb DDR4 RamRTX 4090Timestamps: 00:00 Intro00:18 Settings01:08 Models02:57 Environment03:57 Lighting05:47 Shadows06:24 Effects07:13 Misc09:57 Sound16:54 Conclusion#thelastofus #ps5 #directcomparison
Resident Evil 4 Remake vs Original | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-03-30 | Review code provided by Capcom. A comprehensive comparison between the new Resident Evil 4 Remake and the original Resident Evil 4, including graphics, gameplay mechanics, features, and level layout changes. _______________________________________________________Table of Contents:00:00 Intro01:08 Settings02:17 Models06:29 Environment07:47 Lighting09:12 Effects09:59 Gameplay/Controls13:28 Inventory15:24 Treasure16:46 Shooting Range17:47 Ashley18:52 Level Layouts - Village23:36 Level Layouts - Castle28:14 Level Layouts - Island29:51 Sound37:18 Conclusion#ResidentEvil4 #Remake #directcomparison
Sons of the Forest [Early Access] vs The Forest | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-03-01 | Direct visual and feature comparison of the recently released early access build of "Sons of the Forest" to the previous entry "The Forest." This video covers several topics regarding Sons of the Forest - all spoiler free, including gameplay features, mechanics, and other aspects of the game that have been modified. Both games are being played on a PC using the highest visual settings at a native 4K resolution (No upscaling). Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:20 Settings00:46 Character Models02:10 Enemy AI Design03:40 Environment Design07:08 Lighting09:16 Shadow Quality09:40 Misc Effects11:11 Kelvin12:23 Map Navigation/UI13:42 Inventory/Crafting14:29 Building Structures14:29 Sound Comparisons22:05 Conclusion#sonsoftheforest #theforest #directcomparison
Im a PlayStation PlayMaker! | Welcome Package Unboxing #shorts Nick930 2023-02-27 | Thank you @PlayStation for sending this generous welcome package and inviting me to be part of the PlayStation Playmakers Program. I have a lot of cool content planned to go along with this new partnership - stay tuned! :)#Ad #PlayStationPlaymaker
Sony PlayStation VR2 - Next Generation of Virtual Reality | Review Nick930 2023-02-22 | The PlayStation VR2 was provided for free by Sony for this review. Full breakdown of Sony's PlayStation VR2 (Virtual Reality) headset and controllers. Includes a breakdown of several of the biggest launch games available with the platform. You can find more information on the PS-VR2 on PlayStation's website here: playstation.com/en-us/ps-vr2_______________________________________________Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:24 Form Factor/Design03:03 Internal Specs06:17 Sense Controllers08:20 Setup09:48 Moss & Moss Book 211:02 Star Wars: Tales from Galaxy's Edge - Enhanced Edition11:52 Horizon: Call of the Mountain14:50 Gran Turismo 7 VR Update15:33 Resident Evil Village (NOT TESTED)15:56 Final Thoughts#psvr2 #ps5 #review
Returnal [PC] vs Returnal [PS5] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-02-18 | Review code provided by Sony & Housemarque. A graphic comparison of the newly released Returnal on PC to the PS5 version of the game. #returnal #Comparison #pc
Hogwarts Legacy vs Harry Potter Classic [PS1, PS2, & PC] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-02-15 | Review code provided by Warner Bros. A graphic and gameplay comparison of the newly released Hogwarts Legacy and various versions of the original Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone video games for the Sony PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and Windows PC - with a few brief looks at the PC version of Chamber of Secrets as well. #hogwartslegacy #harrypotter #directcomparison
Dead Space [Remake] vs The Callisto Protocol | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-02-06 | Review code provided by EA, Sony, and Striking Distance Studio.Direct visual and feature comparison of the newly released Dead Space Remake [PC] and its spiritual successor, The Callisto Protocol. This video covers a ton of content for Dead Space and Callisto Protocol - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, visual elements, and core differences. Both games are being played on the PC using the highest visual settings, though both games also utilizes Nvidia DLSS in its quality preset for all gameplay sequences. However, direct asset comparison like models are compared with DLSS disabled. #DeadSpace #callistoprotocol #Directcomparison
Dead Space [Remake] vs Original | Direct Comparison Nick930 2023-01-27 | Review code provided by EA and Sony. Direct visual and feature comparison of the newly released Dead Space Remake [PC] and the original classic version of the game from 2008. This video covers a ton of content for Dead Space - all spoiler free, including various gameplay features, visual elements, and core changes. Both games are being played on the PC using the highest visual settings, though Dead Space 2008 has been modified slightly to ensure the brightness appears properly. Dead Space Remake also utilizes Nvidia DLSS in its quality preset for all gameplay sequences, but direct asset comparison like models are compared with DLSS disabled. #DeadSpace #pc #Directcomparison
History of Batman Games (1986 - 2023) | Documentary Nick930 2023-01-20 | A full history of the Batman game franchise. From Ocean Software's original Batman game in 1986, to his upcoming appearance in Rocksteady's highly anticipated "Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League."Celebrate 37+ years of one of the most iconic heroes in all of video gaming. Batman has evolved significantly in gaming form, starting off as a series of movie tie-in platformers and beat-em-ups, into the massively popular Batman Arkham series by Rocksteady. This documentary will cover it all, including: Batman the Movie, Batman Returns, Batman Begins, every mainline Arkham game, and everything in-between! (The following were excluded either because they weren't relevant to the discussion, or because I plan to feature them in a separate video: Batman: Brave and the Bold on Wii, Lego Batman 1-3, Justice League games, and the Injustice series.) Join me as I detail each and every game, breaking down their development history, storyline, gameplay features, visuals, and their critical reception, all backed with each game's original soundtrack. ________________________ GOGcom Sponsorship Information:This video is brought to you in part by GOG.com. Use the link to buy several Batman games for cheap! Any purchases made using the following link will help support this channel. af.gog.com/partner/Nick930?as=1779645473________________________ Follow me on Twitter! I like to post updates on my projects there:Twitter: @nick930gaming Please help me continue doing what I love! You can sign up to be a patron using the link below - and earn special perks as a result! Patreon: patreon.com/Nick930 Even the smallest donations help me make these videos! (I record all of my own footage and need to purchase several old games for the footage) This video was an immense undertaking, more so than any other video I've ever worked on. I initially planned to only cover the Arkham games, but decided that you all likely expected to see more - so I went out and purchased dozens of classic Batman games, read through hundreds of comics, watched EVERY batman film, EVERY television show, and poured countless hours in to make sure things were accurate. But even so, there are bound to be errors as I'm doing all of this work solo. Please feel free to let me know in the comments if you spot one! Now sit back, grab a drink and enjoy the ENTIRE History of BATMAN! This one's for you Kevin Conroy. Table of Contents________________________ 00:00 Intro01:17 Summary02:46 Batman in Comics05:48 Batman in Television06:40 Batman in Film07:41 Bat-Man (1986)08:48 Batman the Caped Crusader (1986)09:17 Batman: The Movie Videogame (1989-1990)12:17 Batman: Return/Revenge of the Joker (1991-1992)15:20 Batman Returns (1992-1993)17:01 Batman the Animated Series (1993-1994)19:56 Batman Forever (1995-1996)22:01 Batman & Robin (1998)23:59 Batman PS2 Games (2000-2005)24:53 Batman Vengeance (2001)26:00 Batman Rise of Sin Tsu (2003)26:47 Batman Dark Tomorrow (2003)31:30 Batman Begins (2005)36:55 Rocksteady's Origin39:31 Batman: Arkham Asylum Development46:38 Batman: Arkham Asylum (2009)01:01:26 Batman: Arkham City Development01:04:43 Batman: Arkham City (2011)01:20:18 Batman: Arkham Origins Development01:24:27 Batman: Arkham Origins (2013)01:36:55 Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate (2013)01:43:30 Batman: Arkham Knight Development01:46:41 Batman: Arkham Knight (2015)02:04:31 Batman: Arkham VR (2016)02:09:40 Batman: The Telltale Series (2016)02:13:12 Batman: The Enemy Within (2018)02:15:49 Gotham Knights Development02:17:44 Gotham Knights (2022)02:25:50 Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League (2023)02:27:31 Conclusion________________________ Special thanks to: EpicTrailerMusicUK - Check out his Batman-themed orchestral scores here: youtu.be/vPZnut-EVpsDigital Foundry's John Linneman - we discussed putting in a cool Scarecrow sequence, but I came down with an illness in the last week and had to shelf the idea. #Batman #Documentary
Spider-Man: Miles Morales [PC] vs Spider-Man: Miles Morales [PS5] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-11-20 | Review code provided by Sony & Insomniac. A graphic comparison of the newly released Spider-Man: Miles Morales on PC to the PS5 version of the game.Spider-Man E3 vs Retail Comparison: youtu.be/217WsOwSVS8Spider-Man PS4 vs PS5 Comparison: youtu.be/pPmVScTleVM#SpiderMan #Comparison #PS5
God of War Ragnarök | 40+ Hours Played - Review Nick930 2022-11-09 | Review code provided by Sony Computer Entertainment. My final review for Santa Monica Studio's' "God of War Ragnarök" (PS5 Version)I received a copy of this game for free from Sony. Despite this - I have provided what I feel are my true and honest opinions of the product in its current state. This review was created in a way that is intended to avoid any spoilers (including for God of War 2018), and therefore will purposely avoid showing new equipment, characters, and locations that occur in the 2nd half of the game. 00:00 Intro01:13 Story (Spoiler Free)03:39 Open World06:46 Combat09:40 New Feature (SPOILER)10:45 Enemy Variety12:04 Progression System14:13 Presentation19:57 Technical Issues15:58 Conclusion#godofwarragnarok #Review #PS5
God of War Ragnarök vs God of War [2018] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-11-04 | Review code provided by Sony & Santa Monica.Direct visual and feature comparison of the upcoming "God of War Ragnarök" [PS5] and the previous entry fo the series, "God of War" 2018]. This video covers a ton of content for God of War Ragnarök - with some light spoilers. I only discuss graphics and gameplay, though will cover any potential spoiler content with spoiler tags. Both games are being played on a PS5. Ragnarök is set to its fidelity options for maximum quality. God of War [2018] already looks its best in the available 4K 60fps mode and therefore this option was chosen to represent the experience. Chapters:00:00 Intro00:20 Settings02:05 Models/Textures04:20 Environments07:15 Lighting08:13 Shadows08:43 Effects10:21 GAMEPLAY10:38 Traversal11:51 Combat12:54 Enemies13:23 New Feature SPOILERS14:10 Sound Comparisons17:14 Conclusion#GodofWar #Kratos #directcomparison
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (2022) | Campaign Review Nick930 2022-10-27 | Review code provided by Activision. This is my full review for Infinity Ward's "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2022)" Single Player Campaign. Despite an enjoyable beta experience, I walked away from the Single Player campaign disappointed. The game design has regrettably leaned too heavily into new "Warzone" mechanics like armor panels, bad vehicle handling, and stealth mechanics rather than it's far better military combat that the series is best known for - and the end result is a lackluster experience saved only by some decent character moments. This is not a remake of MW2 (which nobody should have expected considering MW2019 was never a remake of COD4 either), but it also fails to surpass those older games either, paying homage to classic scenes while making them smaller in scale and less ambitious overall. I had high hopes for this campaign, but ultimately was left with the feeling that this was the least memorable Call of Duty campaign in recent memory, right alongside last years "Vanguard."The multiplayer will likely be this game's saving grace, as the beta was already very enjoyable. But I hope the inevitably MW3 cranks things up a notch. #CallofDuty #modernwarfare2 #Review
Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection PC vs PS5 | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-10-25 | Review code provided by Sony Computer Entertainment. A graphic comparison of the new PC release Uncharted: The Legacy of Thieves Collection to the earlier PS5 release of the game. This detailed analysis covers every aspect of the game's visual presentation, including model complexity, environments, lighting, along with a brief overview of the performance differences between the two systems. PS5 version is set to its fidelity mode for a majority of this video, while the PC version is set to its maximum settings at a native 4K resolution. Uncharted Documentary: youtu.be/vxb9vZNMJbcGod of War PC vs PS5 | Direct Comparison: youtu.be/tth3g6-pnIEGod of War E3 vs Retail | Direct Comparison: youtu.be/HoPJN8GiJkI#Uncharted #directcomparison #pc
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope vs Kingdom Battle | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-10-22 | Thank you to Ubisoft for sponsoring this video. Click here to get Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope: https://ubi.li/JuETxJoin Mario, Bowser, Peach, Luigi, and their Rabbid friends on an all-new adventure on a cosmic scale, only on Nintendo Switch. Direct comparison between the features of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope and the previous entry to the series "Kingdom Battle."#Ad #mariorabbids #directcomparison
Nvidia DLSS 3 vs DLSS OFF [RTX 4090] | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-10-15 | This video is sponsored by Nvidia. You can learn more about Nvidia's DLSS 3 Technology using this link: nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/technologies/dlssNvidia RTX 4090 Store Page: nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/40-series/rtx-4090#BeyondFast #RTXOn #sponsored
Overwatch 2 vs Overwatch | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-10-09 | Direct visual and gameplay comparison of the newly released "Overwatch 2" and the original entry to the series, "Overwatch."This video covers a ton of content for Overwatch 2 - including various gameplay features, graphics, and other aspects of the game that have been modified. Both games are being played on the PC at their highest graphical settings. Computer Specs used: Win10RTX 3090 Founders EditionIntel i9 10900kf32gb DDR4 (3200Mhz) DRAMInstalled on SSDLearn more about my setup here: youtu.be/8LaOZF8Vg3g#overwatch #overwatch2 #DirectComparison
XIII Remake vs XIII Classic | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-10-07 | This video is sponsored by Microids. Direct visual and gameplay comparison of Tower Five's recent update to the "XIII Remake", and the original 2003 classic "XIII" from UbiSoft. Check out XIII Remake here at Microids.com! (It's French, so I recommend using Google translate)bit.ly/XIIISwitchUS#xiiiremake #ad #Comparison
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Beta) vs Modern Warfare (2019) | Direct Comparison Nick930 2022-09-28 | Direct visual comparison of the recently released Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (BETA) and the previous game by Infinity Ward, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)Want to learn more about Call of Duty? Check out the full documentary here: youtu.be/_I9l261A_fY#callofduty #mw2 #directcomparison
