Die Shrink 186: Monopolies, PS6 Specs, Duskbloods (Mail Bag 33)
Summary
Host Tom covers a solo mailbag episode, addressing listener questions on human psychology and monopolies, PS6 and Helix RAM rumors, and the potential for a Helix handheld. He predicts the PS6 will likely ship with 30GB of RAM due to current memory prices and discusses the future of ray tracing and DLSS 5. The episode also critiques PlayStation management’s handling of the Fizz Asant cancellation and explores Tom’s personal preferences regarding FromSoftware titles on Switch 2.
Topics discussed
Intro: Solo episode and mailbag setup
Are humans innately supportive of monopolies?
PS6 and Helix RAM rumors and pricing strategy
Will the PS6 cost under $10,000? Pricing analysis
Ray tracing stigma and next-gen stability
Helix handheld performance vs Xbox Ally
DLSS 5 potential and AI in rendering pipelines
Sony canceling Fizzfantast and management issues
Excitement for Dust: Bloods on Switch 2
Outro and Patreon supporter shoutouts
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