After yesterday's announcement that various backwards compatible games would be getting a frame rate boost on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, it got us thinking about all the titles we’d love to see.
With only five confirmed 'FPS Boost' games thus far, there is a staggering collection of backwards compatible games to get through, some of which the community is already screaming out for. So, we’ve curated a list of some of the most popular choices that will hopefully be next in line to receive an FPS Boost.
Dark Souls III (Xbox One)
After the PlayStation 5 received Demon’s Souls as a launch title with a great performance mode that ran at 60 frames per-second, it’s not a surprise that many want to see Dark Souls III receive the same treatment. The hardcore action is something that lends itself beautifully to a enhanced frame rate, helping players perfectly parry enemies and tackle the devastating boss battles that await. We think Dark Souls III is the best of the bunch, but while we’re at it, why don’t we just do the whole trilogy?
Sonic Generations (Xbox 360)
Numerous Sonic games would benefit immensely from an enhanced FPS boost, but none more so than Sonic Generations. The game acts as a love letter to the iconic hedgehog and his years of adventures. Blending a mixture of 3D and 2D levels, the high octane action would be visually stunning with a performance boost, especially coupled with the inclusion of Auto HDR to make it even more beautiful. With the hedgehog’s anniversary this year, it couldn’t come at a better time.
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag (Xbox One)
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla added 60 frames per-second for the first time in the franchise and it’s made going back to older titles harder. You could pick any game from the franchise, but Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag would be an excellent choice. The high sea faring adventure being infused with an FPS boost would make sailing across the seven seas a visual treat as the waves bash against the side of your ship. There would never be a better excuse to return to one of the best games in the franchise.
Just Cause 3 (Xbox One)
When Just Cause 3 launched it was plagued with frame rate issues due to the explosive nature of it. There aren't many moments of downtime in the open world sandbox, as you’re constantly tasked to cause as much destruction as possible, which ultimately used to cause damage to a consistent frame rate. While it undoubtedly runs better on the Xbox Series X|S, having the frame rate pushed and fully optimised could really turn the game into something special that fans have been craving for ages.
Fallout 4 (Xbox One)
We pretty much know this one is coming as it was originally shown when the FPS boost mode was teased, but we’re still waiting patiently. Bethesda’s open world RPG blends exploration with frantic gunplay, but does have a tendency to suffer from performance issues - especially when a lot of things are happening at once. You can unofficially mod the game to run at 60 frames currently, but we would definitely appreciate an official rework to get the game to a new standard which we hope could be the future for Bethesda’s open world RPGs.
Ryse: Son of Rome (Xbox One)
Ryse: Son of Rome is a very underrated game and an excellent launch title on the Xbox One. It still holds up visually 8 years later and has some truly impressive vistas to behold. It also has some great combat which could be complimented by an FPS boost to update the adventure for a modern audience which craves fluidity in action. Not only that, but we hope it could introduce a wave of new players to the game, showing them what they’ve been missing all this time.
Quantum Break (Xbox One)
Control’s next-gen edition earlier this month made a big impression. The game suffered from some frame rate issues which the new version has rectified. Quantum Break managed a lot better, but would still look fantastic with an FPS boost. Remedy’s recent titles have infused some pretty visceral combat that takes a lot of resources and is quite hectic. As a result, an upgrade to the game would be very welcome. It’s also one a lot of Xbox fans have rallied behind to get a next-gen patch, so this could be the next best thing.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy (Xbox One)
The Auto HDR update to Spyro Reignited Trilogy added quite a lot to the game, enhancing it for the Xbox Series X|S in a lovely way. It made the world more vibrant and lively than it already was, all by simply adding colour. Bringing a 60 frames boost to the game would marry the two elements together perfectly and also help fine tune the numerous platforming challenges in the game. It’s something we’d no doubt see from a new entry, but there’s no better place to start than the Reignited Trilogy.
Red Dead Redemption (Xbox 360)
This one (along with its sequel) is already being campaigned by many Xbox fans, and to be honest, we’re not sure it will happen, as Rockstar would most likely be interested in re-releasing the game at some point. But that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate how much it would add to the game. The world of Red Dead Redemption is stunning, even being an Xbox 360 game, which would make riding around on your trusty steed a gorgeous treat. That, and reliving the part where you first enter Mexico at 60FPS, would no doubt bring a tear to our eye.
Dying Light (Xbox One)
Another no brainier (no pun intended) is Dying Light. The first-person action game is filled with parkour, zombies and intense melee combat. Navigating the city was already a delight, but we can only imagine how much more fluid and natural it would feel if it was subject to a FPS boost. A sequel is in the works, but a release date doesn't appear in sight, so now would be a great time to revisit the game that kickstarted the love for the IP.
Do you agree with the list? What would you add to it? Let us know in the comments.
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Haven't played most of these but i can only think of Red Dead being a no go because let's be honest they will be looking to release a remaster and charge you for them extra frames
Already bought RDR1. Not waiting for the boost as 4K is enough for me, poor peasant, who played this at 560p on PS3 back in the day.
Good list, though. Can't wait for Fallout 4 to enter Game Pass in glorious 60 fps
I tried Ryse the other weekend. I will admit that it looks great, but the combat got boring real quick. Thank you Game Pass
Good list, although I think you made a mistake on the 2nd entry. You changed the name between Generations and Unleashed.
I know Dark Souls III got a PS4 Pro patch that unlocked the framerate and was able to get into the upper 40's (so it's more than likely 60fps on PS5) - it's a shame that Xbox One X didn't get the same attention.
Pretty sure 60fps would be attainable on Series X|S.
120fps Dark Souls Remastered and Dark Souls 2 would be interesting to see, though!
I'd like to see MGS HD Collection get a FPS boost.
@Dezzy Oops! Thanks, I've made the change.
Sonic and all stars Racing transformed! Sonic generations looks great in 4k, but yeah, 30fps gives me a headache with a giant screen and an image moving that fast at a low framerate.
@Snake_V5
Those games already run at 60fps!
I'd consider this a huge deal if the console would do it automatically like the auto HDR.
But if they have to work with the developers to make this happen, then isn't it pointless if the original developers can just make an update to unlock the framerate on the same games without doing any other upgrades?
I would love for all the Assassin Creed games get a 60 FPS boost..
@Chaotic_Goat MS just asks the game-makers if it's okay to apply the effect, which is significantly different than asking the devs to go back into the code and alter it.
Excellent selection ! I really hope we'll get to see more and more titles benefit from this awesome feature ! Sonic is a no brainer for me, as I repeat in every topic about this. It's gorgeous a ever on Series X, but a game based on speed at 30 fps ? Today, I just cant'. Yesterday, I could, but today I can't.
I'll be 100% honest, I played Dark Souls III immediately after Bloodborne and the framerate was so much better and smoother that I just assumed it was already 60FPS 😂
The Middle-Earth games and Crash Bandicoot Nsane trilogy are up on my list.
RDR 1+2 as well but we all know R* by now...
Some that I want to see...
-The Dishonored games
-Assassin's Creed Origins and Odyssey
-The rest of the Far Cry games
-Sonic Unleashed
-Darksiders 2, 3 and Genesis
-Prey (the new one)
-The Evil Within (The first one)
-Resident Evil 1 & 0
-Yakuza Kiwami 2
...just to mention a few.
@themightyant DS3 has an uncapped mode on PS4 Pro so that the game can reach 60FPS. The Xbox version however never got that.
@NicolausCamp thanks! I’m not entirely mad then XD
All gaming seems to be taking a horrible turn into let’s do remakes, let’s flash up old games with resolution and fps.
Instead of all resources being focused on bringing new games to consoles.
This is backwards compatible doing this and for some it’s good, but when you have played the games you wanted to on the older consoles be it Xbox, Nintendo and PlayStation when they were first released it’s dam boring and makes backwards compatible suck.
Just leave the old games alone and make some new fresh games please developers.
This has to be the worst I have ever seen gaming for this and what a terrible direction it has all gone. Even the Nintendo direct the other day was the worst game presentation I have even seen and I have seen them all from all the companies.
Gaming in 2021 is stale as old bread.
@Dezzy70 You do know that new people discover gaming each and every day, yeah? Giving them an opportunity to explore the legacy of what's come before, and giving them a better experience than what was possible back then I find really awesome! Or for someone like me who still has a huge backlog. Getting to go through that while at the same time getting a better-looking experience is really just a cherry on top!
Also, Microsoft have invested HEAVILY in new studio acquisitions, and all of them are working full-time to bring out NEW gaming experiences as well. You know, that thing YOU want.
Also, this doesn't take any time from the developers at all. This is Microsoft's backwards compatibility team doing this, and you want what, to put these people into game development when that is clearly not their area of expertise?
Also, we're in the middle of a pandemic. OF COURSE it will be a while before new games show up all things considered.
Your comment doesn't really make a ton of sense. Microsoft is investing heavily in new experiences AND also working to make legacy gaming better for all. One does not negate the other, and I think it's incredible that we're getting both.
@NicolausCamp
I think you getting one at the cost of the other being honest.
But that’s the way gaming is going.
It’s becoming the new UK GOLD on TV.
@everynowandben yeah I know NOW but the way they phrased it was sounding like they had to work with them to achieve it
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