Sun Sep 15 14:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Hunt: Showdown 1896 – A 60fps Target, But Not Quite There Yet

Crytek’s online PvPvE horror shooter, Hunt: Showdown, has received a major upgrade with the release of “Hunt: Showdown 1896,” a retooled and retitled version designed for modern hardware. The game now runs on CryEngine 5.11, boasting visual enhancements, DirectX 12 support, and most importantly, releases for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. This allows for real-time lighting with SVOGI, improved hair rendering, and support for upscaling technologies like FSR and DLSS. The game now targets 60fps on all current-gen consoles, a significant jump from the previous 30fps on last-gen systems.

While the core gameplay remains unchanged, the game’s performance on different consoles varies considerably.

**Performance Comparison:**

* **Xbox Series X:** Targets 1440p resolution with FSR 2 upscaling to 4K. Achieves 60fps most of the time but suffers from noticeable frame-rate drops during specific actions like using Dark Sight, viewing complex scenes, and encountering alpha effects.
* **PlayStation 5:** Renders at 1260p with FSR 2 upscaling to 4K. Despite a lower resolution, it experiences fewer frame-rate drops than Series X, especially during Dark Sight usage and complex scenes. It does suffer from screen tearing, though.
* **Xbox Series S:** Runs at native 864p with FSR 2 upscaling. While it boasts the lowest resolution, it surprisingly performs better than Series X, with fewer frame-rate drops, largely due to reduced visual settings. However, it still struggles with complex scenes and Dark Sight.

**Overall, the game delivers a mixed performance across current-gen consoles, with the promise of 60fps not always being met.** While VRR can help alleviate frame-rate drops on Xbox consoles, the game still struggles to maintain a consistent 60fps on all platforms.

**Crytek has emphasized its commitment to supporting the game and its community, and it is hopeful that further optimization will improve the overall experience.**

While the game’s visuals and features are impressive, the inconsistent performance on consoles is a major disappointment. Hopefully, Crytek can address these issues and deliver a more polished experience in the future.

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