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Tech Analysis: Destiny beta on Xbox One

With a clear visual divide between Destiny's PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 beta builds, both versions nevertheless come out looking very respectable indeed. A locked 30fps is a core mandate for each platform, it seems, and with the Xbox One release open for access since Wednesday, it's clear this version is no exception. However, with resolution currently locked at 900p for this Xbox One build - and 1080p being targeted for release - are there any other sacrifices being made to suit this console's more restrictive specs?

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jackanderson19854310d ago

To sum it up. Outside the 900p 1080p difference they have the same game under the wrapper.

Kayant4310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

One thing I do wonder is if performance will be affected or some graphical settings will be toned down when 1080p is added on XB1.

KRUSSIDULL4310d ago

Probably not otherwise they wouldn't go up to 1080p. Why the Xbox One and PS4 version are gonna look the same is probably because of the V-sync locking it at 30FPS. From pure speculation PS4 could actually be running at higher FPS but having the the FPS jump from 45 to 30 would make it feel lagging at times.

Darkstares4310d ago

I doubt they will get to 1080p unless everything else is in tact. So now we will see if indeed by not having Kinect be tied to the system how much of a difference it actually makes.

Mr Pumblechook4310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

THIS IS DIGITAL FOUNDRY'S WORST AND MOST POINTLESS COMPARISON.

First they are briefly comparing the out of date 900p XB one build to the 1080p PS4 beta, then they say it doesn't count because the final version of the XB one version will be 1080p, then they compare the PS4 beta to the XB one 1080p video released by IGN and say judging by that they are pretty much equal - although the video compression affects the appearance so the actual game would look even better. Then the final verdict is to reassure XB one owners that the graphics are almost identical save for the HUD.

Thomas Morgan is absolutely useless and has damaged the reputation of D.F. Either compare two beta builds, or two preview videos, or two final copies of the game. DON'T compare the XB one 900p beta with the PS4 1080p beta then say the IGN video indicates they are 'probably' going to turn out the same!
IF YOU ARE MAKING A TECHNICAL COMPARISON YOU CANNOT GUESS YOUR RESULTS!

I look forward to Digital Foundry comparing all the final release versions of Destiny, I just hope there is someone less partisan and more skilled to do it.

DeadRabbits4310d ago

The xbone is like a fat lady trying to squeeze her pudgy feet in to an undersized pair of high heels, its not gonna happen love!

Volkama4310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

Mr Pumblechook, the article is directly comparing the beta versions of both games. That is one of your acceptable scenarios.

Are you saying the article is bad because they acknowledge the changes that have already been confirmed? I would say the article would be worse if they chose not to mention that at all.

dumahim4310d ago

@Mr Pumblechook

Wow. I read the article and thought, "how simple. No screenshots, no video, no in depth analysis. Sounds like they looked at the two of them and just wrote a couple paragraphs. I'll wait for the Digital Foundry review." Then closed the window. I didn't realize this was actually DF until I saw your post.

liquidhalos4309d ago

I hope they are both identical. Id rather have the community focus on the game rather than small differences in graphics

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SG1_dapunisherX4310d ago

pretty much the same.. just that ps4 is a beast

Darkstares4310d ago

The latest video cards for the PC are beasts, the PS4 when you break it down is a bit better than the Xbox One but both are far from being beasts by today's technology.

ThePope4310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

@darkstares

Dont try and convince these people that the PS4 is not a "beast". If the PS4 fanboys are to be beleived, it also cures cancer, holds them when their sad, shares prfits with them, is the core for the LHC, and makes games look like real life.

redwin4309d ago

Yet, I downloaded both, the One and the Ps4 and I'm incline on getting it for the Box. I'm not getting the season pass because if i get it for the box I get less for the same amount of $ than the Ps4's. Yet, I don't know why I feel that way. Just play them both and see what you think. I know, I know, they are supposed to be the same game. I was gonna get Helo anniversary instead of Destiny but the beta sold me. Sorry Helo but it is gonna be Destiny .

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Mr Pumblechook4310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

EDIT: Duplicate post.

Volkama4310d ago

When first starting the game I found it quite startlingly ugly. The intro area with the rusty cars and such, it looks awful. So bad that I think they should seriously consider re-doing the intro sequence before the game launches.

The visuals pick up significantly when you get indoors and it starts throwing more interesting light sources around, but the texturing is a mixed bag throughout.

Not entirely convinced by the game so far, but I really do want to love it so I'll keep going!

Letthewookiewin4310d ago

The draw distance is what taxes the game. Instead of rendering high details upfront its spread out so you can see more in the distance with less pop in. When in doors there is a noticeable jump in graphic fidelity because its not drawing at such distances. My theory.

girevik4309d ago

I thought the same thing when I started playing but it does get better looking.

Steven36574310d ago

How will 1080p affect the framerate on the xbone?

imt5584310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

Quote from article :

"...While the additional 10 per cent of rendering resources afforded by the recent Kinect-unbundling XDK update are welcome, it does not offer up enough GPU horsepower to bridge the gap between 900p and 1080p rendering...."

THIS!

Well, final build comparison will be waaaay more interesting! Jump from 900p to 1080p is 44% increase in pixel density.

Both camp will enjoy in this game for sure. :)

vikingland14310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

You could also quote the last paragraph if you like.

Edit: I gave you a interesting bubble.

imt5584310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

No need, but thanks anyway.:)

They saw a 1080p build so far, no visual sacrifices on Xbone. Anyway, game has awful AA solution. And it's not so graphics demanding game either. Sure, i want better AA solution in final build.

Quote from article :

"...we'll have to see nearer release whether this 1080p playback is achieved with no impact to the game's smooth, consistent frame-rate...."

Like i said, final build comparison will be interesting.

@KNWS

Quote :

Directx12 could do wonders for the x box 1 with frame rate its been designed to utilise the CPU cores better and improve CPU utilisation.

I think Directx12 could potentially enable devs top push out better frame rates on xb1 than PS4.

Hm... i wonder what ICE Team will do with PS4.

mhunterjr4310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

I'm not sure how anyone who isn't the developer can make that claim. There's no telling how close Bungie was to achieving 1080p prior to the SDK update. For all we know, they were just shy of 1080p, but settled with 900p because they were pleased with how it upscales compared to anything in between.

You and the author of this article assume the 900p is the absolute maximum resolution the previous SKU could reach. And you know what happens when we assume things.

KRUSSIDULL4310d ago

Probably because Xbox One dropped below 30 FPS at times without that 10% that is why it is 900p to begin with. That 10% might have given them just enough performance to have it at 30 FPS @ 1080p.

hello124310d ago (Edited 4310d ago )

Just stop it Imt please. I told you already the x box 1 version had no screen tearing, frame issues and you still denied it. The x box 1 version is on par with the PS4 version, and the bastion of truth for you Sony fans Digital foundry even said the x box 1 version is smooth, finding only one instance of stutter, not even a problem.

Resolution seems to be the only difference. I know its like a shock to system finding out the PS4 isn't 50 per cent more powerful or faster. But try to get over it will you its not as if i didn't fill you in why that was!

Magnes4310d ago

Wow you threw away a bunch of games that show a disparity between xb1 and ps4 visuals and made that comment didn't you...

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Goku7814310d ago

Reguardless most people will be playing on PS4 anyway. See you on the field.

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Star Wars x Destiny Collaboration: Gear & Cosmetics Launching February 4th

Destiny 2 x Star Wars collaboration is here! Get exclusive gear, cosmetics, and accessories when Heresy launches on February 4th. Don’t miss it!

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coolbeans469d ago (Edited 469d ago )

Fortnite-ification comes for all live-service games.

Neonridr469d ago

now this is an armor set done right.

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Destiny Mobile spin-off will reportedly be revealed very soon

The long-rumoured Destiny Mobile game from NetEase may finally be ready for reveal according to multiple leakers.

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Xbox Passed On Destiny & Guitar Hero According To Phil Spencer

Phil Spencer talks candidly about missing out on both Destiny and Guitar Hero

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anast617d ago

He paid billions for Starfield. This should be the real story.

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Sciurus_vulgaris617d ago

Microsoft bought all of Zenimax Media for 7 billion, while Sony paid 4 billion for Bungie. I think Microsoft got the better deal due to acquiring Fallout, ElderScrolls and Doom.

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anast617d ago

This can't be true. They only bought Starfield...

InUrFoxHole617d ago

@anast
Should've thought that one out buddy, lol.

anast617d ago (Edited 617d ago )

Yeah, I thought it out. I'm not sure you did. But since we are buddy's now, you're welcome.

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anast617d ago

"Clearly your parents didn't teach you"

You know you lost, when you have to resort to this tactic.

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Profchaos617d ago

So you're saying that Microsoft has missed out on so many huge gaming franchise in the last 25 years from GTA exclusivity to guitar hero and destiny it's just laughable they had so many misses

Reaper22_617d ago

Yea, but they're still 100 times more wealthy than Sony. I would say it worked out well.

Gamingsince1981617d ago

Xbox is dead all that money doesn't help.

Hypertension140617d ago

What has work out well? It sure as hell had nothing to do with Xbox.

andy85617d ago

That isn't because of Xbox though. This is a gaming page, not an I get supplemented by father Windows page

Bathyj617d ago

Microsoft's money has nothing to do with Xbox.
Xbox is a money pit to them they would love to ditch but are after some ROI first.

Let's face it, Xbox is like a red headed stepchild that steals from you to buy drugs.

Hofstaderman617d ago (Edited 617d ago )

MIicrosoft is NOT XBOX. The current situation illustrates this. And Microsoft wants its ROI.

@Bathyj and daddy Satya has just force admitted Phil to rehab.

gold_drake617d ago

you know why MS has so much money, and it aint cause of the gaming xbox branch.

so lets not kid ourselves.

PhillyDonJawn617d ago

Xbox was shown to be more profitable than ps

jznrpg617d ago

@PhillyDownJawn not more profitable. More revenue with ABK acquisition but them going multiplat shows they are not making much profit

ocelot07617d ago

That's great for Xbox gamers ain't it that Microsoft are more wealthy than Sony. Is that really a argument use are using now lol?

Imagine me in my job. Arguing with a fellow security guard at another company. Hahah well the company I work for is worth £800m the one you work for is only work £600m!

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Knightofelemia616d ago

Microsoft may have more money but Sony has the talented studios and the games to back up those studios.

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Chevalier616d ago

Plus turning down Marvel too. Spiderman is only exclusive to Playstation because of that

Hedstrom617d ago

Best deal deal in gaming must be when Sony bought Insomniac for 229 million dollars. They made over 800 millions on Spiderman for the ps4 alone. Thats just crazy!

XBManiac617d ago

More in the 1.000 million now.

gold_drake617d ago

another Interview?

how is he the only one who loves the spotlight as much as he does lol

Futureshark617d ago

Let's not forget he also famously passed on Spider-man, Genshin Impact and GTA3.

However it's almost kind of cute how he can keep that sh1t-eating grin and say he's a 'no regrets' kind of guy, especially when you think how much just these 5 titles could have swung the world in Xbox's favour instead of Sonys.

How he's kept his job I don't know, he must sure be keeping Papa Nadella's shaft warm somehow.

"But, but Gamepass, he introduced that!!!"

Yes he did, and now look at Xbox, all it's exclusives are coming to Playstation now rendering the platform obsolete.

DarXyde617d ago

Honestly, with that kind of track record, you can't convince me Spencer hasn't eaten it from the back in the name of self preservation. Probably unwashed...and at least twice.

That aside, my interpretation of everything here is Xbox has been mismanaged a bit too much and Nadella came down from his throne. The way it is now, I don't believe for a minute the multiplatform move was Spencer's idea. I don't even think the acquisitions was Spencer's work. At this point, I reckon he's got as much power in his role as Hunter Biden at a Ukrainian energy company.

DivineHand125617d ago

You can never tell how things will turn out if he had said yes to those games. Xbox already has access to some great IPs, however, they hardly do anything with them or fail to deliver. It's also possible their presentation wasn't good at the time, and they made sure the next presentation was better.

I believe that part of being successful is releasing things in the right place at the right time.

Many major corporations have a story similar to passing on successful business ideas. Let us look at Sony Pictures for example. Back when Marvel went bankrupt, they had the opportunity to buy the entire Marvel for only $25 Million but turned them down. An unnamed big shot at Sony reportedly claimed that “nobody gives a shit about any of the other Marvel characters,”. They ended up taking Spiderman for $10 Million instead.

https://www.avclub.com/sony...

Fast forward to today, we can see what the Marvel brand has done for Disney. Is it possible the same success would have been possible had Sony acquired those IPs. We can't say that for sure and it is possible most of those IPs that are successful today may not have been used.

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