An updated patent for Nintendo’s new Switch 2 console reveals artificial intelligence -supported resolution increase technology.
Nintendo, New Generation Console Switch 2 The details of the Switch 2 Direct event will be held on April 2. However, a patent update that emerged before this event, the new console artificial intelligence (AI) shows that it can use a supportive resolution increasing technology. This technology aims to improve visual quality by raising the solubility of games through software, not hardware. It is thought that this technology can be used, especially for Switch 1 games to look better on Switch 2.
What is artificial intelligence supported resolution?
Updated patent explains how to use artificial intelligence in the resolution increasing process. This technology activates artificial intelligence algorithms to improve the image quality of the games. Instead of native (natural) resolution, lower resolution images are processed to create higher resolution images. This can especially allow older generation switch games to be played with clearer and smoother images on the new console.
This resolution increasing method mentioned in the patent is different from controversial “manufacturer artificial intelligence” technologies. Instead, it focuses only on increasing the quality of existing images. This feature can strengthen the retrospective compatibility of Switch 2 and make it possible to play existing Switch games with more impressive visuals.
Switch 2 is thought to develop old Switch games using the technology specified in this patent. This means that popular games such as Breath of the Wild or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe can offer a better visual experience on the new console. However, it is worth mentioning that Nintendo did not make an official statement on this issue.
Artificial intelligence -supported resolution increasing technology came to the agenda in previous rumors. Now, this patent update offers a powerful clue that this technology will really be one of the features of Switch 2. Nintendo will share details about the Switch 2 at the Direct on April 2. The company is expected to introduce this new resolution increase technology at the event. This feature shows that Switch 2 will make it more attractive not only for new generation games, but also the old generation switch games.