Ubisoft is finally answering years of player requests by bringing high-frame-rate support to three of the most celebrated entries in the Far Cry franchise. Following a series of cryptic social media teasers that were quickly unraveled by the community, the publisher confirmed that Far Cry 3, Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, and Far Cry Primal are all slated to receive 60 frames per second (FPS) upgrades on current-generation consoles. This move aims to modernize the technical performance of these older titles, bringing them in line with the fluid gameplay standards established by more recent hardware like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The announcement comes as a significant relief for fans who have long found the 30 FPS cap on consoles to be a hurdle for the series’ fast-paced, first-person combat. Far Cry 3, which originally debuted in 2012, remains a benchmark for the open-world genre due to its iconic antagonist, Vaas Montenegro, and its overhaul of the series’ survival mechanics. While the game has seen various re-releases and “Classic Editions” over the years, those versions often remained locked at lower frame rates, leaving the console experience feeling sluggish compared to the PC versions. By doubling the frame rate, Ubisoft is effectively removing the input latency that has plagued these older console ports for over a decade.
Beyond the main numbered entries, the inclusion of Far Cry Primal and Blood Dragon suggests a comprehensive effort to polish the franchise’s diverse spin-offs. Blood Dragon, a neon-soaked homage to 1980s action cinema, relies heavily on rhythmic, kinetic movement that benefits immensely from increased visual clarity. Similarly, the prehistoric combat of Primal—focused on melee strikes and beast taming—demands the kind of responsiveness that only a higher frame rate can provide. These updates are expected to be delivered via patches for existing owners, though Ubisoft has yet to provide a definitive release calendar for the rollouts.
For long-term fans of the series, these upgrades represent more than just a technical patch; they are a preservation of the franchise’s legacy. As the industry moves further away from the seventh and eighth console generations, titles without modern performance patches often fall into obscurity or become difficult to play on modern displays. By optimizing the Far Cry franchise for today’s ecosystem, Ubisoft ensures that the adventures of Jason Brody and Takkar remain as playable and immersive now as they were at launch. This commitment to legacy support is a welcome trend in an era where many classic titles are often left behind in the transition to new hardware.
