Ubisoft has confirmed that three classic Far Cry titles will soon receive performance upgrades for current-generation consoles. Far Cry 3, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, and Far Cry Primal are all set to run at 60 frames per second on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The update is scheduled to arrive on Wednesday, January 21, giving players smoother gameplay across all three entries.
How the Announcement Unfolded
The reveal began with a cryptic post on social platform X, where Ubisoft shared a series of emojis that sparked speculation within the community. Fans quickly began solving what appeared to be three separate riddles.
After multiple correct guesses surfaced, Ubisoft acknowledged the solutions and later clarified that each riddle pointed toward a Far Cry title receiving a 60 FPS update.
Current Performance and Technical Baseline
At present, all three games are capped at 30 FPS on consoles. While they are playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S through backward compatibility, performance has remained unchanged since their original console releases.
Currently supported features include:
- Backward-compatible gameplay on current-gen systems
- Up to 1440p resolution on supported hardware
- Auto HDR support on Xbox platforms
The upcoming patch will focus specifically on improving frame rate performance.
Upgrade Availability Still Unclear
Ubisoft has not yet confirmed whether the 60 FPS upgrades will be free or require a separate purchase. Details that remain unknown include:
- Whether existing owners will receive the update automatically
- Download size of the patch
- Whether separate PS5 or Series X/S versions will be released
More technical information is expected closer to launch or on release day.
PlayStation Access Considerations
On PlayStation, several factors may influence how players receive the update:
- PS Plus Extra subscribers currently have access to Far Cry 3 Classic Edition, Blood Dragon Classic Edition, and Far Cry Primal through the Game Catalog
- Far Cry 3 Classic Edition is also included with the Far Cry 5 Season Pass
It remains unclear whether these versions will automatically benefit from the 60 FPS upgrade or if additional steps will be required.
Franchise Context
The Far Cry series began in 2004 and is best known for its open-world first-person gameplay, exotic locations, and story-driven antagonists.
The most recent mainline entry, Far Cry 6, launched in 2021 and featured Giancarlo Esposito as dictator Anton Castillo. Reception across platforms ranged from mixed to mostly positive, with praise aimed at its setting and presentation.
What This Could Mean Going Forward
The teaser campaign has reignited discussion around Ubisoft’s legacy catalog. While nothing has been officially announced, speculation continues around potential updates or remasters for other franchises.
Rumors have mentioned titles such as Prince of Persia and Assassin’s Creed 4, though no confirmation has been provided.
Why This Matters
For players on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the update represents a major quality-of-life improvement. Running these titles at 60 FPS brings them closer to modern standards and offers a smoother experience for both returning fans and newcomers.
Pricing, delivery method, and technical specifics remain unanswered, but the performance upgrade itself is now officially confirmed.
Enjoy our updates? You can add GamingHQ as a preferred source in Google Search to see our articles more often.
