The Ascent PS5 and PS4 Hotfix Disables Cross-Gen Play and Caps PS4 Framerate - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 02 May 2022 / 4,319 Views
Publisher Curve Games and developer Neon Giant have released a hotfix update for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 versions of the cyberpunk action RPG and twin-stick shooter, The Ascent.
The hotfix update has disabled cross-generation play on the PS5 and PS4, as well as capping the framerate on the PS4 at 30 FPS.
"Cross-Gen Play was unintentionally activated and needs further testing to ensure the best experience for all players," reads a tweet from the developer. "We're working on this to launch at a later date. Thank you for your patience."
The Ascent is available for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Xbox Game Pass.
Cross-Gen Play was unintentionally activated and needs further testing to ensure the best experience for all players. We're working on this to launch at a later date. Thank you for your patience.
— The Ascent (@AscentTheGame) April 6, 2022
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