Notably, there used to be hiccups while playing the game in
docked mode of the Nintendo system.
Not exact matches
The only issue I have with the game and the reason I
docked it a point is the lack
of game
modes.
When you want to play an epic, meaty game like Super Mario Odyssey or Breath
of the Wild, the
dock is waiting for some big screen action, but when you want a quick burst
of fun, games like Puzzle Adventure Blockle and Kamiko are there to keep you company in handheld
mode.
One
of the best features Fire Emblem Warriors on Switch includes is the option to change the game's performance when
docked, so in Quality
mode you can have it display a 1080p image at 30 fps, or move to a 720p output with a 60 fps refresh in Performance
mode.
However, the «Performance»
mode drops the resolution down to 720p and boosts the framerate to 60 fps (needless to say this only applies to
docked mode); whether or not this is an acceptable trade - off for you is all down to personal taste, but the smoothness
of the action really does make a difference, and we opted to play in Performance during the whole adventure.
In its default «Quality»
mode — which runs at 1080p / 30 fps
docked — the game ticks along nicely, with impressive visual effects and loads
of enemies on - screen at any one time.
I didn't have a chance to try out this version
of the game, though it has been confirmed that the Switch version will run at 30 fps in both handheld and
docked mode.
Fans can play on the big screen with the console
docked, in tabletop
mode with the Pro Controller, and on the go in handheld
mode using either the Joy - Con ™ controllers or by taking advantage
of full touch screen functionality.
Journalists onsite at GDC have been lucky enough to try the game out for themselves, and have even noted that the Switch version will run 30 frames per second regardless
of docked or undocked
mode.
YouTube channel «Jeff Evans» has released a video on their channel, sharing 15 minutes
of Gear.Club Unlimited on Switch that was recorded while the console was in
docked mode.
It will also be cross-network compatible with the Xbox One and Steam, however, due to the portability aspect
of the Switch, it will support a two player split - screen when played undocked, and 4 - player split - screen in
docked mode.
Switch transitions from TV to handheld
mode by simply lifting the screen portion
of the console out
of the
dock.
The
docked mode version is actually an upgrade in term
of resolution from the Wii U version and the best part
of this new release is that the load times are now much shorter.
During a recent livestream showcasing the Nintendo Switch release, NISA confirmed that Ys VIII Lacrimosa
Of Dana will only run at 30 FPS in both
docked and handheld
mode, which is definitely disappointing for an action role - playing game such as the Falcom developed title.
It was also revealed that the Nintendo Switch version
of Monster Hunter XX will render at 720p when in handheld
mode and 1080p when
docked.
All
of these minor issues carry across to both Handheld and
Docked modes; but also, that means both handheld and docked modes are equally pla
Docked modes; but also, that means both handheld and
docked modes are equally pla
docked modes are equally playable.
The Nintendo Switch version not only looks great in the handheld
mode, testing it out in
docked mode, I was impressed by the scalability
of the visuals.
I started playing the game with my Switch in
docked mode, but soon transitioned to handheld
mode and never went back due to the clunkiness
of the controls when using anything other than your own digits.
In
docked mode it'll merrily skip along at 60 fps the vast majority
of the time, though extreme numbers
of enemies — and angry chickens — may see it have a little wobble.
While it doesn't take advantage
of many unique Nintendo Switch features (HD rumble is included, but not heavily explored,) SteamWorld Dig 2 feels great both in the
dock and in handheld
mode.
The co-op experience is improved thanks to the Nintendo Switch hardware but the game also offers full support for the portable and
docked mode features
of Nintendo Switch letting you enjoy it either on the big screen or on a handheld.
Dark Souls Remastered will run at upscaled 4K / 60 FPS on PS4 Pro and Xbox One X, 1080p / 60 FPS on PS4 and Xbox One, and 720p / 30 FPS in handheld
mode, 1080p / 30 FPS in
docked of Nintendo Switch.
One
of the Switch's two primary
modes of playing is handheld
mode, with the two Joy - Con controllers
docked on the sides
of the tablet.
Speaking
of which, the integration between the game in portable and
docked mode is done really well with no major hit on the performance or visuals.
This mostly boils down to the lack
of native resolution in both portable and
docked mode.
Thanks to the modularity
of the Nintendo Switch, players will benefit from Eden Games» expertise in racing games anytime, anywhere, in handheld
mode or
docked using a home theater, alone or with friends!
Speaking
of the presentation, the game now runs at native 1080p resolution on the Nintendo Switch when you play with
Docked mode.
I was worried that the performance
of the game might suffer due to the transition to Switch and because
of the higher resolution in
Docked mode, which is pretty close to the Xbox One and PS4 version that run at 1080p.
From the looks
of it, Google has tweaked the tablet UI on the Nexus 7 as we are able to see a smartphone like
dock in the bottom
of the UI in portrait
mode, but we can not confirm this yet.
Additional features: · Powered by Android ™ 2.3 Gingerbread · Mirror
mode allows you to view and share photos, videos and movies on a larger TV via HDMI output (requires HDMI cable) · Global ready, allowing customers to enjoy wireless voice and data service in more than 200 countries, including more than 125 with 3G speeds · Enterprise ready with advanced security policies, device and SD card encryption, complex password support, remote data wipe
of device and SD card; document and presentation viewing and editing with Quickoffice ® · Citrix ® GoToMeeting ® for Android, gives users the ability to attend online meetings while on - the - go, and Citrix Receiver ® for Android, a universal software client that allows companies to deliver corporate apps, desktops and data to any corporate - or employee - owned device · ESP smart
dock technology for a tailored experience based on whether DROID 3 is
docked in home, office or car settings · Adobe ® Flash ® Player 10 · Front - facing camera for still shots and video chat · Video playback in 1080p HD in mirror
mode
Overall, the desktop UI feels workable when you're using the Vivo Tab with the slate
docked, but feels antiquated in slate
mode because it's not as touch - friendly as the rest
of the OS.
What's more, when mounted on its
dock, the tablet will go into a presentation
mode, showing a nice large clock display, a slideshow
of your pictures or even your messages.
Keyboard
Dock — $ 99.99 — Ergonomic, comfortable full - size keyboard with 7â $ ³ Galaxy Tab replaceable inserts that doubles as a charger for power and synchronization
of media and data —
Dock contains convenient stereo audio output jack for connecting to speakers or home stereo Desktop
Dock — $ 49.99 — Doubles as a Galaxy Tab charger using the Micro USB wall adapter that comes with the Tab; allows users to view movies, display as a digital picture frame and listen to music — HDMI output to view HD content on HDTV enabled with 1080p resolution and provides HDTV connection to play content from the Galaxy Tab to a television Car / GPS
Dock — $ 99.99 — Conveniently positions 7â $ ³ Galaxy Tab display screen inside car for turn - by - turn GPS navigation instructions and traffic updates — Attachable to either the windshield or car dashboard and rotates freely between landscape and portrait
modes
One
of the most interesting detachable tablets won't be available at launch, though: the $ 499.99 Acer Iconia W510, which can also flip into a stand
mode with its optional keyboard
dock.
Just like other devices with a built - in stylus, like the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, the Shield Tablet kicks into what we're calling «stylus
mode» as soon as you whip the DirectStylus 2 out
of its
dock.
When we put it in presentation
mode, we noticed a panel on the back
of the keyboard
dock that folds down and reveals some
of the innards
of the
dock like the fans.
Its duo
of responsive styluses, rich full - HD display and bevy
of ports make it easy to get work done in tablet
mode, and its detachable keyboard
dock gives it a snappy set
of keys and stellar battery life when used as a laptop.
Targeting a wide swath
of gamers, the Edge can switch between four separate
modes (Tablet, Keyboard
Dock, Gamepad Controller and
Docking Station).
One concern we have about the W510, judging by the unit on display, is that the hinge on the
dock isn't quite as strong as it needs to be, as when in «laptop»
mode, the tablet half
of the W510 was sagging backwards when left on its own.
That magnetic connector is so quick to separate the screen from the
dock and each
of the stand, tent and laptop
modes hold rigid - even if the laptop
mode is top - heavy in terms
of balance.
Because
of the way the UIs are designed, this is a smaller problem on 7 - inch tablets primarily used in portrait
mode, and a larger problem on 10 - inch tablets that snap into a landscape
dock.
Ask and you shall receive: Here's a shot
of an iPad back case showing the
dock connectors both on the bottom
of the iPad (as we're used to) and on the side
of the iPad so you can
dock it in landscape
mode.
One note for people wanting to
dock the unit via USB: Portrait
mode docking is difficult due to the USB port placement on the bottom
of the device.
Bringing aspects
of notebook, tablet and desktop computing into one portable product, the Trio features an 11.6 - inch, 1920 x 1080 resolution IPS display that can be
docked to the keyboard base for Windows 8 notebook
mode, or separated for Android (Jelly Bean) tablet
mode.
It's a piece
of hardware that can be played in portable
mode, and can also be dropped into a
dock to play on TV.
Nintendo Switch users will have the ability to play the game both
docked and in handheld
mode, enjoying all
of the quirks and features
of the console: from the use
of Joy - Con gyroscopes and accelerometers, through HD Rumble implementation, to touchscreen features.
This means that Layers
of Fear: Legacy utilizes the full array
of console's features, including the HD Rumble, motion controls, touchscreen and playing in both
docked and undocked
modes.
We are pleased to announce that there is a firmware updated available for Portable
Docking Kit that will address the issue
of waking the Switch after putting it into sleep
mode on the
dock.
The Nintendo Switch edition
of The Fall runs at a resolution
of 1080p at 60 fps when
docked and 720p at 60 fps when in handheld or tabletop
mode and includes a series
of lighting and rendering improvements, as well as control, gameplay, and UX enhancements carried over from its sequel, The Fall Part 2: Unbound.
The handheld version outputs to a maximum resolution
of 720p, leading to a smoother performance
of the game compared to the
docked 900p
mode, which visibly struggles with recurring frame rate drops.