Hunt: Showdown 1896 - PS5/Xbox Series X|S Tech Review - A CryEngine Revamp For Current-Gen

Following our interview with developer Crytek about its updated ’1896’ version of Hunt: Showdown, we now have a chance to go hands-on with the PS5, Series X and S versions. The CryEngine at its core is brought up to version , where the promise of 60 frames per second (over last-gen’s 30fps target), and upgraded visuals, is tantalising - but just how well does it hit the target? Tom is here to investigate. Want some DF-branded tee-shirts, mugs, hoodies and various items based on DF catchphrases? Check out our store: Join the DF Supporter Program for pristine video downloads, behind the scenes content, early access to DF Retro, early access to DF Direct Weekly and much, much more: Subscribe for more Digital Foundry: 00:00 Introduction 01:30 PS5 vs Series X Graphics Comparison 04:32 Series S Visual Cutbacks 05:41 Xbox Series X Frame-Rate Test 08:16 PS5 Frame-Rate Test 10:04 Xbox Series S Frame-Rate Test 11:37 Verdict