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| Far Cry 3 Classic Edition is available as part of a bundle purchase for the PS5. |
If you’ve been holding onto that classic tropical insanity, get ready for a smoother ride. Ubisoft has officially announced a new update for Far Cry 3 Classic Edition that will finally unlock 60 frames-per-second gameplay on Sony’s latest consoles, bringing it in line with its Xbox counterparts.
The news broke via a post on the official Ubisoft X (formerly Twitter) account, confirming the long-requested feature for PlayStation fans. The announcement was quickly echoed by the official PlayStation YouTube channel, which shared a trailer highlighting the smoother performance.
You can see the official announcement from Ubisoft right here:
What the Update Includes and Platform Details
According to the description on the PlayStation YouTube video, the 60 FPS update is scheduled to go live on January 21 and will be available for both the PlayStation 5 and the newly released PS5 Pro. This brings the PlayStation version up to parity with the Xbox Series S and X, where the Classic Edition has been running at 60 FPS since its release on those platforms. This likely explains why no similar announcement was made by Xbox.
The update, however, has sparked some discontent within a segment of the player base. Notably, the 60 FPS enhancement will not be coming to the PlayStation 4 version of the Classic Edition. Many PS4 owners have taken to forums and social media to express their frustration, feeling left behind by an update that seems technically feasible for their hardware.
For a look at the enhanced smoothness in action, check out the PlayStation trailer:
A Look Back at a Modern Classic
Far Cry 3 is often cited as a landmark title in open-world first-person shooters. Originally launching in November 2012 for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC, it was praised for its compelling villain, Vaas Montenegro, its vibrant and dangerous tropical open world, and its satisfying gameplay loop. By late 2014, the game had sold an impressive over 10 million copies worldwide. The Classic Edition brought remastered visuals to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in 2018.
How to Play Far Cry 3 Classic Edition on PS5 Today
For those looking to dive back into the Rook Islands or experience the chaos for the first time, there’s an important note: Far Cry 3 Classic Edition is not available as a standalone purchase on the PlayStation 5 digital storefront.
Currently, the primary way to get it on PlayStation is through the Far Cry Anthology Bundle on the PlayStation Store. This bundle, which includes Far Cry 3 Classic Edition, Far Cry 4, Far Cry 5, and Far Cry 6, represents a significant value. Originally priced at $149.99, the bundle is currently on a steep sale for just $37.49. This deal is set to expire on January 22, so it’s a perfect opportunity to secure the entire series ahead of the new update.
You can find the PlayStation Anthology Bundle directly here:
https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP0001-CUSA15717_00-FARCRY3456BUNDLE
For gamers who prefer physical media, the standalone Far Cry 3 Classic Edition on PS4 disc is still playable on PS5 via backward compatibility and can often be found through third-party retailers.
The arrival of 60 FPS on PlayStation 5 ensures that one of the most beloved entries in the Far Cry series can be experienced by a new generation of players with the fluid performance it deserves. Mark your calendars for January 21 to revisit (or discover) why we all remember the definition of insanity.