The long-awaited next-gen update for Fallout 4 is now out, allowing fans to dive back into the game with some exciting changes.
Recently, the Fallout franchise has experienced a resurgence in popularity, partly due to the success of the TV series. With Fallout 76 reaching its highest player count, increased interest in Fallout 4, and the green light for a second season of the TV show, Fallout fever is at its peak. For those looking to revisit Fallout 4 but longing for better visuals, the next-gen update is here. While it may not completely overhaul the character designs, it offers an improved experience of the game.
Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Out Now
The next-gen update for Fallout 4 is now available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Owners can download it for free from their respective platform’s store. However, if you have Fallout 4 through PS Plus, the upgrade won’t be free.
This update for Fallout 4 is a hefty 56.503 GB, introducing a wealth of new content through the Creation Club, such as quests, weapons, armor, and more. Players can anticipate enhanced performance and visuals, including improved resolutions and framerates. Additionally, Quality and Performance modes are included, with Performance mode offering gameplay at 60 FPS. Below are the details of all the changes brought by this update in the patch notes.
Full Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Patch Notes
Changes and New Features
- Native applications for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles, with options for performance and quality modes.
- Performance mode ensures a 60 FPS target, 4k resolution, standard settings, utilizing dynamic resolution scaling.
- Quality mode features 30 FPS*, 4k resolution, ultra settings, without the need for dynamic resolution scaling.
*Quality mode varies to 40 FPS on 120Hz displays and runs at 1440p resolution at 60 FPS with ultra settings on 1440p displays regardless of rendering mode.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed issues preventing Japanese and Chinese players from connecting to Bethesda.net, restoring access to Mods.
- Resolved problems with save data loading during the prologue.
- Fixed vault entrance issues and quest progression problems.
- Resolved various character and dialogue related bugs.
- Addressed visual glitches, stability, and performance improvements.
All Fallout 4 Next Gen Creation Club Content
Enclave Remnants
- Includes new quest, uniform, weapon skins, armor skins, and various weapons.
Makeshift Weapon Pack
- Comes with a new quest and multiple unique weapons like grenade launchers and more.
Halloween Workshop
- Experience a new quest, Halloween-themed props, wearables, and the De-Capitalist Helmet.
Platform-Specific Updates
The update also includes platform-specific fixes and enhancements such as those tailored for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox users, addressing various issues unique to each platform.
Creation Kit
- Enhancements and fixes to the Creation Kit for modders and creators.
These patch notes cover all the major changes and improvements offered in the Fallout 4 next-gen update. Will you be diving back into the wasteland to experience these updates? Share your thoughts in the comments below and explore our Guide Hub for more Fallout content.
