Ubisoft has detailed the next-gen enhancements we can expect for its upcoming games, including Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Far Cry 6, and Watchdogs: Legion. We already knew that upcoming Ubisoft games will get free next-gen updates on PS5 and Xbox Series X, but now the publisher has confirmed exactly what improvements these next-gen updates bring. What's amazing is that several of the games will be running at 4K resolution at 60fps on the PS5 and Xbox Series X. You can check out the full list of next-gen enhancements and release dates below. Get the best Xbox Series X deals before anyone else! We'll send you pre-order details and the best Xbox Series X deals as they become available. Please send me details of other relevant Techradar products and future brands. Please send me details of other relevant third party products. No spam, I promise. You can unsubscribe at any time and we will never share your data without your permission.
Watch Dogs: Legion
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(Image credit: Watch Dogs) Watch Dogs: Legion is scheduled for release on October 29 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Amazon Luna, PC. The Xbox Series X / S version will not be released until November 10, coinciding with the launch of the console, while the PS5 edition will be available on November 12 (digital edition) and November 24 (physical edition). . As for next-gen enhancements, those who pick up the Xbox Series X version can expect hardware-accelerated ray tracing, real-time ray-tracing reflections, dramatically reduced load times (thanks to Xbox DirectStorage), and a new generation free. update via Xbox Smart Delivery. PlayStation 5 players will also benefit from ray tracing, as well as improved sound thanks to the PS3's Tempest 5D audio engine. Additionally, the PS5's ultra-fast SSD means load times will be drastically reduced, while the DualSense controller's adaptive triggers allow for "manually tuned responses." PS4 players will also be able to upgrade to the PS5 version for free.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla
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(Image credit: Ubisoft) Assassin's Creed Valhalla will launch on November 10 for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Amazon Luna, and PC. The game will launch on November 12 for PlayStation 5. Like Watch Dogs, Valhalla will benefit from some next-gen updates. Xbox Series X gamers can expect 4K resolution at 60fps, while the Xbox Velocity architecture and DirectStorage API allow for faster load times. Once again, Assassin's Creed Valhalla uses Smart Delivery, allowing Xbox One players to upgrade to the next-gen version for free. PS5 gamers will enjoy improved sound (thanks to the Tempest 3D audio engine), 4K visuals at 60 fps, and faster loading speeds. Again, PS4 players will be able to upgrade to the PS5 version for free.
Immortal Fenyx Rising
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(Image credit: Ubisoft) Immortals Fenyz Rising launches December 3 on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch, Stadia, Amazon Luna, and PC. Immortals will enjoy 60 fps in ultra-high definition 4K resolution on Xbox Series X and HDR on compatible displays. The Xbox Series X version will also use Dolby Atmos and spatial audio technology, while offering faster load times. Once again, Immortals will use Smart Delivery, allowing for free next-gen upgrades. Immortals on PS5 uses the PS3's Tempest 5D audio engine and DualSense haptic feedback. Additionally, PS5 players can expect faster load times, 4K 60fps graphics, and HDR (on supported displays). PS4 players can also upgrade to the PS5 version of Immortals Fenyx Rising for free.
Far Cry 6
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(Image credit: Ubisoft) Far Cry 6 will launch on February 18, 2021 on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Amazon Luna, and PC. Far Cry will benefit from 60fps and 4K resolutions on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, while Xbox and PlayStation owners can upgrade to the next-gen version of the game for free.
Just Dance, For Honor and Riders Republic
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(Image credit: Ubisoft) Riders Republic launches on February 25, 2021 on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Stadia, and PC. The game will run at 4K/60fps on series X and PS5, with HDR support on compatible displays and faster loading speeds. You will also be able to upgrade your Xbox One or PS4 version to the next-gen version for free. Just Dance 2021 launches on November 12 on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Stadia, and then on November 24 on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5. The only next-gen enhancement Just Dance will benefit from it is the free upgrade. new generation. . Rainbow Six Siege players will also benefit from next-gen enhancements, running at 4K/120fps on Xbox Series X and PS5, with a free next-gen upgrade available. Similarly, For Honor players can upgrade for free. But, in addition, the game will run at 4K on Xbox Series X and PS5 (60 fps in early December) and 1080p on Xbox Series S.