Switch 2 Will Be Able to Increase Resolution with Artificial Intelligence
Nintendo is preparing to share details about its next-generation console, the Switch 2, at the Switch 2 Direct event to be held on April 2. However, a patent update that emerged before this event shows that the new console will use artificial intelligence (AI)-supported resolution enhancement technology. This technology aims to increase visual quality by increasing the resolution of games through software, not hardware. It is thought that this technology can be used to make Switch 1 games look better on the Switch 2.
What is AI-supported Resolution Enhancement?
The updated patent explains how artificial intelligence will be used in the resolution enhancement process. This technology puts artificial intelligence algorithms into action to increase the image quality of games. Instead of native resolution, lower-resolution images are processed to create higher-resolution images. This can allow older-generation Switch games in particular to be played with clearer and smoother images on the new console.
This resolution boosting method outlined in the patent is different from the controversial “generative AI” technologies. Instead, it focuses solely on improving the quality of existing images. This feature could strengthen the Switch 2’s backward compatibility and allow existing Switch games to be played with more impressive visuals.
It is thought that the Switch 2 could improve older Switch games using the technology outlined in this patent. This means that popular games like Breath of the Wild or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe could offer a better visual experience on the new console. However, it is worth noting that Nintendo has not made an official statement on the subject.
AI-powered resolution boosting technology has been on the agenda in previous rumors. Now, this patent update provides a strong clue that this technology will indeed be one of the Switch 2’s features. Nintendo will share details about the Switch 2 at its Direct event on April 2. The company is expected to introduce this new resolution boosting technology at the event. This feature suggests that the Switch 2 will make not only new-gen games more appealing, but also older-gen Switch games.
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