PS5 Fallout 4 Free Next-Gen Upgrade Issue Resolved, Bethesda Confirms

Bethesda Game Studios has announced the resolution of an issue that prevented PlayStation Plus subscribers from accessing the free next-gen update of Fallout 4 on PS5. Initially, players who acquired Fallout 4 via PlayStation Plus could not upgrade to the PS5 version without being prompted to purchase it. Complaints surfaced as Xbox players faced no issues with their free upgrade. Aside from this hiccup, Fallout 4's next-gen update features graphical enhancements, bug fixes, and free Creation Club content for both PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Although resolved, players experienced several problems, including stretched HUDs, graphical glitches on Xbox, and issues with Creation Club content. Additionally, the much-anticipated Fallout 4 mod, Fallout: London, has delayed its release to accommodate the update. Bethesda thanked players for their patience while the issue was addressed.

Yes, the issue has been successfully resolved by Bethesda, and you should be able to upgrade your PS4 version of Fallout 4 to the PS5 version for free if you initially acquired it through PlayStation Plus.

Fallout 4, an open-world role-playing game set in a post-apocalyptic environment, was widely acclaimed upon its initial release for its deep exploration, complex crafting systems, and engaging storytelling. Developed by Bethesda Game Studios, it is the fourth main game in the Fallout series and was released in November 2015. With its vast world and numerous side quests, players could immerse themselves in the Commonwealth, a fictional region based on real-world Boston destroyed by nuclear war. The next-gen update is a testament to the game's enduring popularity, offering a refreshed experience for new and returning players on the latest gaming consoles.