While 2023 was a year of pleasant surprises and great games, there were also releases that left much to be desired. One of them was Redfall, the FPS from Arkane and Bethesda. Despite the current struggle to maintain a player base, its developers are still determined.
Arkane announced that the vampire-themed game would run at 30 fps on Xbox Series X|S, but promised that a performance mode allowing the experience at 60 fps on consoles would come post-launch. As expected, this situation angered players.
Perhaps later than desired, the developers have finally delivered on their promise.
Redfall updates and now allows 60 fps on Xbox Series X|S
Through a post on the official Bethesda website, Arkane confirmed that the latest update incorporates multiple performance and stability improvements, as well as new accessibility options and changes to the combat system. It is now available, and users can download it.
Undoubtedly, the most notable addition is the performance mode on Xbox Series X|S, allowing users to activate 60 fps. This feature arrives 6 months after the original launch.
However, the patch also adds changes aimed at improving how Redfall is played. For example, more vampire nests have been added in Old Town and Sedgewick, new unique encounters in the open world, and its now possible to approach certain enemies stealthily to defeat them with weapons that have stakes.
Can Redfall bounce back?
Although this massive update is a step in the right direction, fans wonder if it came too late. After its chaotic release in May, Redfall lost a significant portion of its community and now struggles to maintain a solid user base. At its lowest point on Steam, it achieved a peak of only 3 simultaneous players.
Despite the unfavorable outlook, Pete Hines, head of marketing at Bethesda, assured that the company will not abandon the game and that they will work to turn it into a great game for Xbox Game Pass subscribers to enjoy. Is it possible? Only time will tell.
But tell us, what do you think of these updates? Do you believe the game can rise from the ashes? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments.
Redfall is available for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass.