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Handhelds Conquer Demanding Rhythm Game
24 Apr
Summary
- Lenovo Legion Go played Dead as Disco smoothly after settings adjustments.
- Rhythm games require consistent smoothness and low latency for optimal performance.
- SteamOS handhelds can handle demanding games with proper optimization.
A Lenovo Legion Go, running SteamOS, successfully ran the rhythm game "Dead as Disco" after initial settings were optimized. Although the game presented challenges for lower-end hardware due to its demand for smooth performance and low latency, the handheld managed to achieve a stable 120 FPS. This indicates that modern handheld gaming devices can handle complex indie titles with appropriate adjustments.
The "Dead as Disco" demo, initially difficult on the Legion Go, improved significantly after lowering resolution to 1920x1200, switching to fullscreen, and setting a 120 FPS cap with V-Sync enabled. This configuration provided a fluid experience, comparable to playing on a high-end desktop. The game also ran acceptably in its story mode, achieving 75-85 FPS.
In contrast, an older ThinkPad laptop struggled, delivering only 25 FPS, and a Galaxy Z Fold phone performed even worse, achieving just 10 FPS. These results underscore that while demanding games can run on handhelds, optimization and hardware capabilities are crucial. The article suggests developers could benefit from creating specific performance presets for handhelds.
