Corey McNamara
PS4 Pro Version of Armored Core 6 Provides Locked 60 FPS on PS5
Armored Core 6, the highly-anticipated mecha action game from FromSoftware, has been making waves in the gaming community. While the game runs very well on the PlayStation 5, it seems that the PS4 Pro version played on a PS5 offers a unique advantage.
Locked 60 FPS on PS5
According to reports by Lance McDonald and confirmation by , the PS4 Pro version of Armored Core 6, despite being advertised to run at a maximum of 30 FPS at 1800p resolution, actually achieves a locked 60 FPS when played on a PlayStation 5. This provides a smoother gameplay experience compared to the native PS5 build.
This is not the first time we have seen this phenomenon. Elden Ring, another game by FromSoftware, exhibited a similar behavior when played on the PS4 Pro and PS5. This compatibility feature of the PS5 allows players to experience enhanced performance by playing the older version of the game on the next-generation console.
Performance Comparison with Elden Ring
The Elden Ring performance review conducted by sheds more light on this topic. Michael Thompson, a writer for , mentioned that playing the PS4 Pro version of Elden Ring on the PS5 offered a reduced image quality of 3200×1800 but provided a perfectly locked 60 FPS. This performance advantage outshined the PC version, which had issues with stuttering and slowdowns.
Performance Analysis of Armored Core 6 on PS5
Returning to Armored Core 6, Lance McDonald highlighted that the PS5 version runs “GREAT almost all the time,” but it does encounter noticeable slowdowns during cutscenes and in areas with heavy weather effects. This occurs in the framerate-priority mode. While the PS5 version is impressive overall, the occasional slowdowns detract from an otherwise smooth experience.
Conclusion
Armored Core 6 offers an exciting mecha combat experience with its stellar customization options. Despite a lackluster story, the game’s challenging combat puzzles kept players engaged throughout its 15-hour campaign and beyond. The PS4 Pro version, when played on a PS5, provides a locked 60 FPS experience, making it the ideal choice for players prioritizing performance.
For more information, check out ‘s Armored Core 6 performance review, which compares the game’s performance on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, and Steam Deck.
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