Eleven years after its initial release, Far Cry 4 has been updated to run at a smooth 60 frames per second (fps) on the PlayStation 5. This exciting development was first noticed by user gael_74 and shared on the Far Cry 4 subreddit. According to the update history, Version 1.08 brings "support 60 FPS on PS5 console," enhancing the gameplay experience significantly.
If you haven't yet explored the vibrant world of Far Cry 4, now is an excellent time to dive in. The game transports players to the stunning and vertical landscapes of the Himalayas, a setting that is not merely a scenic backdrop but an interactive playground that invites you to engage in combat, hunting, and exploration. The game features one of the series' most memorable villains, Pagan Min, adding depth to the narrative.
Despite some critiques about its character development, Far Cry 4 offers a robust campaign, cooperative, and competitive multiplayer modes that are lauded for their engaging freedom. IGN's review awarded it a "great" score of 8.5/10, highlighting these strengths.
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Far Cry 4 joins a growing list of PS4-era Ubisoft titles receiving retrospective enhancements, including Assassin's Creed Syndicate and Assassin's Creed Origins. The update has sparked enthusiasm among fans on the subreddit, who are now eagerly anticipating similar upgrades for other beloved titles like Far Cry Primal and Far Cry 3.
However, the timing of the update has left some players disappointed. One user lamented on the subreddit, "You are kidding right. I just platinumed the game, like, three days ago," highlighting the bittersweet nature of the upgrade for those who recently completed the game.
In other Ubisoft news, the company recently established a new subsidiary 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 has surpassed 3 million players. Ubisoft has faced significant challenges with high-profile flops, layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations leading up to the release of Shadows, putting immense pressure on the game to perform well amidst the company's lowest share price in history.
Additionally, Ubisoft has recently quietly added Steam Achievements to the 12-year-old Splinter Cell: Blacklist, showing continued support for its older titles.
