Xbox Series X Version of Phasmophobia Has Feature That’s Missing from the PS5 Release

Xbox Series X Version of Phasmophobia Has Feature That's Missing from the PS5 Release

Key Takeaways

  • Kinetic Games has announced that the Xbox Series X will be the only console capable of running Phasmophobia at 120 FPS.
  • The game will be released for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 on October 29.
  • Phasmophobia will also feature support for the PlayStation VR2.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I can confidently say that the upcoming release of Phasmophobia on next-gen consoles is nothing short of exhilarating! The prospect of playing this spine-tingling survival horror game at 120 FPS on Xbox Series X is truly a game-changer.


The Xbox Series X is the sole console that can handle Phasmophobia at a smooth 120 frames per second, according to Kinetic Games who made this announcement in anticipation of the upcoming launch of Phasmophobia on both Microsoft’s and Sony’s cutting-edge consoles.

Often praised as one of the top supernatural horror games currently available, Phasmophobia is a cooperative survival game where players explore and investigate haunted sites. This Unity-based game, which debuted in late 2020’s early access phase, will officially release on modern consoles and the PlayStation VR2 headset on October 29th. As this launch date approaches, details about the console versions’ performance have been shared online.

The official Twitter account for the game Phasmophobia shared some updates. For both the PS5 and Xbox Series X, the Balanced and Performance Modes aim to deliver 4K resolution at 60 frames per second (FPS). However, only the Xbox Series X can reach 120 FPS on compatible screens. The Xbox Series S is expected to sustain 60 FPS at a 1080p resolution. Regarding the PS VR2 version of Phasmophobia, it will initially operate at a base framerate of 60 FPS, with a native resolution of 2,000 x 2,040 pixels per eye. This framerate can be doubled using reprojection technology, which generates additional frames but may decrease clarity and increase the risk of motion sickness in players.

Which Consoles Will Run Phasmophobia at 120 FPS?

  • Xbox Series X

As a dedicated gamer, I’m super excited to share that my favorite indie horror gem, Phasmophobia, is getting some sweet upgrades for the PS VR2! According to Kinetic Games, this means better performance and smoother gameplay thanks to something called foveated rendering, which leverages the PS VR2’s eye-tracking system. Plus, Sony’s VR headset users will get their hands on the handy tool belt, a nifty gadget for making item swapping during investigations a breeze!

Originally, it was planned for the land-based versions of “Phasmophobia” to come out in August 2023. However, due to a fire that occurred at Kinetic Games’ UK office, there have been some delays in the release date. This unfortunate event has significantly affected Kinetic Games’ capacity to continue developing the game, as they previously announced.

As per the newly unveiled FAQ, the ghost-hunting game, Phasmophobia, will offer full crossplay compatibility across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms from its launch date. The crossplay feature was incorporated into the PC version of the game with update v.011, which rolled out on October 28th. This substantial content expansion includes a Halloween event, an improved Event Board, and enhanced physics. Known as the Crimson Eye update, the most recent Phasmophobia update rectified numerous bugs, made quality-of-life improvements, and introduced various refinements.

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2024-10-28 20:14