Eleven years after its initial release, Far Cry 4 has received a significant update on PlayStation 5, now boasting a smooth 60 frames per second (fps) gameplay. This enhancement was first noticed by user gael_74 and shared on the Far Cry 4 subreddit. The game's update log confirms that Version 1.08 introduced "support 60 FPS on PS5 console."
If you haven't experienced Far Cry 4 yet, this could be the perfect moment to dive in. The game not only features one of the series' most memorable antagonists, Pagan Min, but also immerses players in a vast and vibrant open-world set against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas. This environment isn't just visually appealing; it serves as an interactive playground that encourages players to engage in combat, hunt, and explore its vertical landscape.
In our IGN review, Far Cry 4 received a commendable score of 8.5/10, with the comment that "Far Cry 4 has weak characters, but its campaign, co-op, and competitive multiplayer feature incredibly fun freedom."
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Far Cry 4 joins the ranks of other PS4-era Ubisoft titles that have been retrospectively upgraded in recent years, including Assassin's Creed Syndicate and Assassin's Creed Origins. This update has sparked excitement among fans on the subreddit, many of whom are now eagerly hoping that other beloved entries like Far Cry Primal and Far Cry 3 will receive similar treatment.
However, the timing of the update left some players disappointed. One user lamented, "You are kidding right. I just platinumed the game, like, three days ago."
In related news, Ubisoft recently established a new subsidiary company focused on its Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six franchises, backed by a €1.16 billion (approximately $1.25 billion) investment from Tencent. This move follows the announcement that Assassin's Creed Shadows surpassed 3 million players. Ubisoft has faced challenges with high-profile flops, layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations leading up to Shadows' launch, putting significant pressure on the game to succeed amidst the company's historic low share prices.
Additionally, Ubisoft made another quiet update today by adding Steam Achievements to the 12-year-old Splinter Cell: Blacklist.
