All articles tagged with #60 fps
Digital Foundry argues GTA 6’s extreme scale and CPU-heavy physics will make a true 60 FPS mode unlikely, even on PS5 Pro. Leaks suggesting a 60 FPS option are not proven, and the consensus points to 30–40 FPS with fidelity prioritized over framerate, driven by the game’s ambitious open world and complex simulations.
Digital Foundry’s early testing of Halo: Campaign Evolved on Xbox Series X shows a rock-solid 60 FPS in Performance mode with dynamic resolution averaging 50–75% of output (often around 1080p), while the Series S version isn’t ready yet and the PC/ROG Ally X build runs ~30–40 FPS on Very Low. It’s initial footage and results could change before the July 23 early access release, with additional XSX vs Series S comparisons expected later.
Ubisoft announced Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, due October 1, 2026, featuring 4K resolution, 60 FPS, and modern QoL upgrades. The enhanced version will be included with Rayman Legends Retold bundles, offering 60 handcrafted levels, relic collectibles, and up to four-player couch co-op in a hand-drawn, colorful world.
IO Interactive released the first PS5 Pro gameplay for 007 First Light, confirming the upgrade runs at 60 FPS on PS5 Pro. The base PS5 will launch with two modes—Performance (60 FPS) and Quality (30 FPS)—though exact resolutions weren’t shared. High-end PCs may outpace consoles, but for the typical console experience the PS5 Pro is the preferred option, with a full PS5 review planned after embargo ahead of the May 27, 2026 release.
Forza Horizon 6 on Xbox Series X/S will feature two modes: Performance Mode running at 60fps with 4K dynamic upscaling on Series X (1080p upscaling on Series S), and Quality Mode at 30fps with native 4K on Series X and 1440p with dynamic scaling on Series S, plus accessibility features, offline speed adjustment, preloading options, and login rewards for veteran players.
Blizzard released an official Switch 2 vs Switch graphics comparison for Overwatch, highlighting up to 60 FPS and higher-resolution visuals on Switch 2 with added effects like fire and enhanced water, compared to Switch 1. The Switch 2 version launched after a frame-rate bug was patched, and Overwatch is now available on the Nintendo eShop.
Overwatch's Switch 2 port is reportedly running at 30 FPS rather than the promised up-to-60 FPS in docked and handheld modes, with Blizzard acknowledging the issue and promising a fix soon.
Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Unity has a free upgrade for Xbox Series X|S (and PS5) delivering native 60fps on Series X and S with Auto HDR; the exact resolution is disputed, with some testers claiming 4K while others say 900p upscaled. The update is live now, and Unity will also be included in Xbox Free Play Days in April; first footage is available from The Games Tester on YouTube.
Nintendo released Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for Switch 2 to mixed early reactions: the game mostly runs at up to 60 FPS, but in busy areas like New Los Angeles a shimmering texture issue is noticeable. The shimmer appears more in handheld mode and may be tied to upscaling, prompting questions about future patches while players weigh the improved frame rate against visuals.
Ubisoft is bringing 60fps updates to Far Cry 3, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, and Far Cry Primal on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with patches launching January 21, 2026. Primal on older systems and the original Far Cry 3 already had 60fps via various boosts, and Far Cry 4 and Far Cry 5 joined the 60fps club in earlier patches. There’s no announced plan for Far Cry 2. A Far Cry anthology TV series is in development for FX from Noah Hawley and Rob McElhenney.
Ubisoft hints at 60 FPS updates for Far Cry 3, Blood Dragon, and Primal via a social post, with no details on other tweaks; fans continue to await news on the next Far Cry installment.
Nintendo has showcased Pokémon Scarlet and Violet running at 4K/60 FPS on the upcoming Switch 2, significantly improving performance and stability in gameplay, especially in busy areas of Paldea, while maintaining the original art style. The Switch 2 launches on June 5, offering an enhanced experience for players revisiting these games.
Sony expects PS5 Pro compatible games to achieve 4K and 60 FPS, but is open to flexibility in awarding the "PS5 Pro Enhanced" label, allowing developers to choose which aspects of their games to improve. The label will be displayed on discs and PS Store pages, and developers will need to use Sony's new SDK to take advantage of PS5 Pro exclusive features. Games with fixed resolutions or graphical settings may not see improvements, but developers can still utilize PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution to upscale resolution to 4K and utilize additional memory.
The demo for the PS5 action-RPG Stellar Blade has garnered high praise for its excellent 60 FPS performance and satisfying gameplay, with Digital Foundry's analysis highlighting its rock-solid technical performance across different display modes. While the game's visuals have some minor drawbacks, its default balanced mode offers a clean, reconstructed 4K image and largely hits its 60 FPS target, with performance and resolution modes providing solid options for different player preferences. The demo's quality has generated significant interest in the game, despite initial focus on the main character's design.
Redfall, the upcoming game from Arkane, will not have a Performance Mode targeting 60 frames per second gameplay at launch, and the decision to ship the game with only Quality Mode was made relatively recently. Retail copies of the Xbox Series X|S version of the game still list 60 frames per second support, suggesting the decision to delay Performance Mode after launch was taken relatively recently. The game will be available on PC and Xbox consoles from May 2nd, with Xbox Series X players only able to play the game at 4K resolution, 30 frames per second, while Xbox Series S users at 1440p resolution, 30 frames per second.