Eleven years after its initial release, Far Cry 4 has been enhanced to run at a smooth 60 frames per second (fps) on the PlayStation 5. This significant update was first noticed by user gael_74 and shared on the Far Cry 4 subreddit, with the game's update history confirming that Version 1.08 introduced "support 60 FPS on PS5 console." If you haven't experienced this thrilling adventure yet, now is the perfect moment to dive in. Far Cry 4 not only features one of the series' most memorable villains, Pagan Min, but also immerses players in a vibrant open-world set against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas. This vertical landscape isn't just visually appealing; it serves as an interactive playground that invites you to engage in combat, hunt, and explore.
In our IGN review, Far Cry 4 earned a "great" score of 8.5/10, praised for its engaging campaign, cooperative, and competitive multiplayer modes, which offer players a sense of freedom and fun despite some weaker character development.
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Far Cry 4 joins the ranks of other PS4-era Ubisoft titles like Assassin's Creed Syndicate and Assassin's Creed Origins that have received performance upgrades in recent years. This update has sparked excitement among fans on the subreddit, many of whom are now eagerly anticipating similar enhancements for beloved entries such as Far Cry Primal and Far Cry 3.
However, the timing of the update has left some players feeling a bit unlucky. One user lamented on the subreddit, "You are kidding right. I just platinumed the game, like, three days ago."
In other Ubisoft news, the company recently established a new subsidiary focused on its major franchises—Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six—with a substantial €1.16 billion (approximately $1.25 billion) investment from Tencent. This move follows the announcement that Assassin's Creed Shadows surpassed 3 million players, a critical success amidst a challenging period for Ubisoft marked by high-profile flops, layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations. With the company's share price at a historic low, there's significant pressure on Assassin's Creed Shadows to perform well.
Additionally, Ubisoft has recently added Steam Achievements to the 12-year-old Splinter Cell: Blacklist, further enhancing the game's appeal to new and returning players.
