Marvel's Avengers gets free upgrade on PS5 and Xbox Series X, PS5 version aiming for 4K 60FPS with "near-instant" loading

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What you need to know

  • Today, Crystal Dynamics detailed what players can expect from the PS5 version of Marvel's Avengers.
  • You'll get a free upgrade on PS5 and Xbox Series X.
  • Marvel's Avengers is set to release on September 4, 2020.

Extra details as to exactly what enhancements the PS5 version will get were detailed on PlayStation Blog. The PS5 version of Marvel's Avengers will offer two modes: an enhanced graphics mode and a high framerate mode. The high framerate mode targets dynamic 4K at 60FPS. Regardless of mode, load times are described as "near-instant" thanks to the advanced SSD.

Additionally, Marvel's Avengers is making use of the DualSense controller, utilizing the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. On top of all this, cross-gen play and cross-save are supported. If you want to play on PS5, your friends on PS4 can still play with you, while your save carries over between consoles.

Marvel's Avengers is being developed by Crystal Dynamics and is currently set to release on September 4, 2020 for PS4, Xbox One and PC.

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