The release of The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited for consoles is approaching. Zenimax assured players that the game will run at least at 30 FPS. It also addresses the upcoming operating system Windows 10 – they want to support DirectX 12 accordingly.
30 FPS on Xbox One and PlayStation 4
On June 9, it will happen: Console players finally get entry to Tamriel. The FPS debate is a sensitive issue. Especially when major games are released simultaneously on PS4 and Xbox One, the FPS number stands out. To ensure that the journey doesn’t result in choppiness, Zenimax guarantees that the game will run at least at 30 FPS – at least according to Game Director Matt Firor in an interview with GamingBolt.
Whether one really notices the difference between 30 and 60 FPS and how much it affects the gaming experience is debated among scholars. In general, it can be said that players swear by 60 FPS in shooters, while MMORPG players might be satisfied with less due to the slower gameplay. Since TESO relies on an action combat system, players are required to have quick reactions, for example, when dodging. Whether the 30 FPS are sufficient here to ensure an optimal gaming feel on both consoles remains to be seen in live tests. These 30 FPS at a 1080p resolution are by no means set in stone.
Thinking about the future – DirectX 12
Just like ESO will come for console, Windows 10 will sooner or later reach PC gamers. The new Microsoft operating system comes with DirectX 12. The team at Zenimax remains calm regarding this significant release and promises that PC gamers on Windows 10 can expect DX12 support. It is stated that developers must adapt to changes.
As the Xbox One will also be upgraded to DX12, it can be speculated whether corresponding adjustments will follow. However, it is still unclear to what extent DX12 will “improve” the Xbox One. In that case, it would be irrelevant if it is true that The Elder Scrolls Online already runs smoothly on both consoles.
