Bethesda Softworks has updated Quake to add native PS5 and Xbox Series X support. The bad news is that your PS4 save won’t carry over.
In a blog post, Bethesda Softworks has talked about this new update confirming some of the features that will be added for the PS5 and Xbox Series versions. You get native 4K support along with 120 FPS, which is a step up from the 60 FPS that was previously available on consoles.
For the PS5, you will get 4K, 120 FPS support, and DualSense features. For Xbox One, you will get 4K, 120 FPS support, and Xbox Play Anywhere.
In their official FAQ, they have outlined the different ways using which you can update from the PS4 to PS5 and Xbox One to Xbox Series version.
How do I upgrade from Xbox One to Xbox Series X or Series S?
Upgrading Quake from Xbox One to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S is easy! The Xbox Series X and Series S will use Microsoft’s Smart Delivery system to upgrade eligible games automatically
How do I upgrade from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5?
To upgrade your PlayStation 4 copy of Quake for PlayStation 5 systems, please follow one of the methods below based on which is most appropriate for you:
Method 1: Via the Game Hub
- Navigate to the Games menu on the PlayStation 5 home screen and select the Quake game hub
- Select the (…) overflow menu and select “PS5|Full|Quake PS5 Upgrade”
- The PlayStation 5 version will start downloading
- You will receive a system notification after the PlayStation 5 version has installed
- Once the PlayStation 5 version is fully installed, you will see a “Play Game” button on the game hub
Method 2: Via the PlayStation Store
- From your PlayStation 5, search the PlayStation Store for “Quake”
- You will see the word “Purchased” on the PlayStation 5 product tile for Quake
- Select the PlayStation 5 tile to launch the product page, then select “Download”
- The PlayStation 5 version will start downloading
- You will receive a system notification after the PlayStation 5 version has installed
- Once the PlayStation 5 version is fully installed, you will see a “Play Game” button on the game hub
Quake is now available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
