Ubisoft All-Timer Far Cry 3 Is Getting a 60fps Update on PS5, with More to Follow - Push Square
January 18, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Ubisoft is boosting its back catalog with a free 60fps update for Far Cry 3: Classic Edition on PS5, arriving January 21 via backward compatibility. The publisher also teased that Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic and Far Cry Primal are likely next in line for similar performance patches.
Key details:
- Far Cry 3: Classic Edition gets a free 60fps PS5 update on January 21, 2026
- Patch applies through PS5 backward compatibility (no paid remaster)
- Teaser on X/Twitter suggests Blood Dragon Classic and Primal updates are coming
- Announcement posted January 16, 2026; confirmations for the other titles expected soon
Why it matters:
- 60fps delivers smoother aiming, better responsiveness, and an overall more modern feel
- Extends the life of beloved Far Cry entries without extra cost for existing owners
- Reinforces Ubisoft’s ongoing support for legacy titles on current-gen hardware
What to watch next:
- Official confirmation and dates for the Blood Dragon Classic and Primal 60fps patches
- Patch notes detailing any additional tweaks alongside the frame-rate boost