25 Apr 2024 2:51 PM +00:00 UTC

Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Release Time - Everything You Need to Know

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April 25, 2024: The Fallout 4 next-gen update is starting to roll out. Find all the details on its release time in our guide.

Looking for the Fallout 4 next-gen update release time? We've got everything you need to know right here.

Following the hugely successful TV adaptation, the Fallout franchise has skyrocketed in popularity with new and returning players loading back into Bethesda's post-nuclear world. On top of that, the developer is releasing an update for PS4 and Xbox Series consoles to improve its performance.

In this guide, find everything there is to know about the Fallout 4 next-gen update release time including how to upgrade, its size, and what the update includes.

Fallout Next-Gen Update Release Time Countdown

Bethesda has confirmed the Fallout next-gen update will launch on April 25, 2024. However, information on the exact time the update drops remains a mystery. Thankfully, the PlayStation Store may give us an indication. Here are the likely times for the next-gen update to launch:

9 AM PT
11 AM CT
12 PM ET
5 PM BST
6 PM CEST
1 AM JST
2 AM AEST

We've added a handy countdown clock below so you don't have to convert any times to your respective zones.

Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Release Time

Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Size

Information on the Fallout 4 next-gen update hasn't appeared yet but we already know the game is 26GB on PS4. This means there's a high chance the next-gen update will be a big one.

Once details emerge, we'll update the guide with how much hard drive space is required.

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Fallout 4 Next-Gen Update Content

Bethesda says the Fallout 4 next-gen update will support up to 60fps and higher resolutions across Performance and Quality Modes for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles.

Alongside better performance, the update will also feature a number of fixes and improvements to stability to prevent the game from crashing.

How to Upgrade Fallout 4 PS4 to PS5

The process of upgrading Fallout 4 to the next-gen spec is incredibly straightforward. For PlayStation users who have downloaded the game, head to the Store and download the PS5 version when it releases.

For owners of a physical copy, place the disk into your PS5 and you'll be given the option to claim the free PS5 upgrade. Remember, you'll need to put the disk inside the console whenever you want to play Fallout 4 on PS5.

That's all there is to know about the Fallout 4 next-gen update release time. For more, check out our guide on the best companions to join forces with on your journey.

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