Far Cry 5 Gets a 60fps Update for PS5/XSX and a Free Weekend in Honor of its 5th Birthday

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Far Cry 5 fans were delighted to know that Ubisoft has recently released a major update to their seminal open world shooter that allows it to run in glorious 60fps on PlayStation 5 (PS5) and Xbox Series X (XSX) consoles. The franchise’s fifth entry is set in the fictional Hope County, Montana, and its rural landscapes make the frame rate upgrade a perfect fit. On top of that, Ubisoft is rewarding Far Cry 5’s five-year anniversary with a free-to-play weekend from May 27 to May 30 on all major platforms.

The 60fps update allows Far Cry 5 to take advantage of the latest consoles’ hardware and will make exploring the stunning locales of Hope County even more enjoyable. On PS5 and XSX, the game features improved textures, faster loading times, and higher resolution frames. The visuals will also be enhanced by dynamic 4K resolution while an ultra-widescreen 21:9 aspect ratio can also be enabled in certain parts of the game.

Meanwhile, Far Cry 5’s free-to-play weekend will be available to all players regardless of the platform they use. It gives everyone the chance to experience the game’s mix of political horror and manic shootouts at no charge. The free event also includes a 40 percent discount off the title’s list price, so those who are looking to own a physical or digital copy of the game can take advantage of the promotion.

In addition, Ubisoft is launching the Far Cry 5 Anniversary Event, which adds some fun bonuses and celebrations that commemorate the game’s fifth year. Players can work their way through the Assassin of the Rockies Challenge mission to unlock exclusive rewards. The Challenge will run through June 26, giving fans plenty of time to complete it and its associated tasks.

Five years after its initial release, Far Cry 5 proves its timelessness with a major update that capitalizes on the latest consoles’ hardware capabilities plus an Anniversary Event that will remind players of the story’s powerful themes. The free-to-play weekend is the cherry on top of this celebratory cake, offering even more excuses for veteran fans to return and newcomers to finally hop in the game.