Despite its reputation as a hybrid console, the Nintendo Switch has seen developers create visually stunning titles, pushing the limits of its hardware. This article explores some of the best-looking games on the Switch, showcasing the creativity and technical prowess of developers in achieving impressive visuals.
A new mod for Forza Motorsport uncovers a hidden visual mode that significantly enhances the game’s graphics with ray-traced global illumination (RTGI), boosting detail, draw distance, and adding realistic lighting. While impressive, this mode highlights the game’s unfinished advanced ray-tracing features.
XG’s latest music video for ‘Woke Up’ is a visual feast of savagery and surrealism, reminiscent of K-pop’s rebellious early days. With metallic retainers, alien-like antennas, and gravity-defying talons, the septet brings a wild and unconventional edge to the industry. The video, directed by renowned South Korean photographer Cho Gi-seok, challenges the recent trend of safe and pristine aesthetics in K-pop, encouraging a return to the days of eccentric hairstyles and startlingly trial-and-error visuals that burst with personality and color.
The long-awaited Season 3 premiere of Netflix’s hit show delivered on its promise, enthralling viewers with its opulent ball gowns, stunning cast, and captivating visuals. From the moment the first episode aired, it has held audiences captive, leaving them eagerly anticipating the next installment.
Upon its release in 1999, Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace garnered mixed reactions. Detractors cited its writing, acting, and reliance on CGI, while younger viewers and recent fans appreciate its nostalgic charm. While the film’s flaws remain evident, its visuals have been often overlooked, showcasing stunning cinematography and imagery that reinforce its themes of corruption. Despite its shortcomings, The Phantom Menace has a unique place in the Star Wars saga, showcasing George Lucas’s desire to create something different from the original trilogy.
Phish fans attended a four-night run at the state-of-the-art Sphere entertainment arena, expecting a visually stunning experience. However, they were disappointed to find that the only visual projection was a link to the band’s website. Despite the arena’s capabilities, including high-resolution screens and a vast surface area, the band opted for a minimalist display, leaving fans underwhelmed and craving a more psychedelic and immersive experience.
