Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Patch Notes, How to Get Fallout 4 Next Gen Update?

Get the latest Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Patch Notes, featuring performance enhancements, new content, and bug fixes for an improved gaming experience on consoles and PCs.

by P Nandhini

Updated Apr 26, 2024

Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Patch Notes, How to Get Fallout 4 Next Gen Update?
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Fallout 4 Next Gen Update Patch Notes

The latest update for Fallout 4, called the Next Gen Update Patch, has finally been released for console players after a long wait. This update promises to make the game better and smoother to play, especially for those with newer consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Along with improvements to the game's performance and graphics, there are also fixes for some issues that players may have discovered while exploring the post-apocalyptic wasteland. So this update is to improve the gaming experience for Fallout 4 fans across different platforms. Get the full Fallout 4 next-gen patch notes below.

Fallout 4 Patch Notes

NEW CREATION CLUB CONTENT

ENCLAVE REMNANTS

Some say the past is a scar, cut across the skin of the Commonwealth. Others believe it's a scab clotted over an unhealed wound. Those who fought the Enclave, and those who serve them subscribe to the latter. And when the scab is broken the flag of this old-world cabal will once more stand at full mast. Unless of course, you stop them first. Features the classic Enclave Colonel uniform and over a dozen workshop items! If you have other Enclave creations installed, some of these troops may use this equipment against you!

(Quest "Echoes of the Past" starts on the road north of Saugus Ironworks.)

  • Armor and Weapon bundle
  • X-02 Power Armor
  • Hellfire Power Armor
  • Heavy Incinerator
  • Tesla Cannon
  • Enclave Weapon Skins
  • Enclave Armor Skins

MAKESHIFT WEAPON PACK

Whether it be grenades or piggy banks, there's no shortage of objects you can transform into murderous projectiles with this collection of unique weapons. Included are two grenade launchers, a Nail Gun, Baseball Launcher, Saw Blade launcher, and piggy bank based weaponry. (Quest "When Pigs Fly" starts at a merchant workshop northwest of Greenetech Genetics.)

HALLOWEEN WORKSHOP

On the eve of the end, the New England Technocrat Society has thrown a spooky Halloween gala for anyone with the nerve to attend. Drop in on this fa-boo-lous pumpkin-lit soiree replete with witches, cauldrons, and ghouls, and unlock 38 new spine-tingling Halloween props to decorate your settlement! Includes new wearables, such as the iconic De-Capitalist helmet!

(Quest "All Hallow's Eve" starts by tuning into the Mysterious Signal on your Pip-Boy.)

CHANGES AND NEW FEATURES

  • Native PS5 and Xbox Series applications. Includes performance and quality mode options.
  • Performance mode: 60 FPS target, 4k resolution, standard settings, relying on dynamic resolution scaling.
  • Quality mode: 30 FPS*, 4k resolution, ultra settings, should not require dynamic resolution scaling.
  • *When connected to a 120Hz display, Quality mode will target 40 FPS.
  • *When connected to a 1440p display, the title will run at 1440p resolution at 60 FPS w/ ultra settings regardless of rendering mode
  • Release on Epic Store.
  • Widescreen and Ultra-widescreen support.
  • Steam Deck Verified
  • 9 Free Creation Club Items . Enclave Remnants (New!), Enclave Weapon Skins, Enclave Armor Skins, Tesla Cannon, Hellfire Power Armor, X-02 Power Armor, Heavy Incinerator, Halloween Workshop (New!), Makeshift Weapon Pack (New!).
  • Added “Installed Content ” menu.

BUG FIXES

  • Resolved issues preventing Japanese and Chinese users from connecting to Bethesda.net (this restores access to Mods).
  • Resolved issue preventing save data from properly loading during the prologue.
  • Resolved issue that could prevent the Vault 111 Door from opening on new games.
  • Resolved issue that could prevent the quest “Go Home” from advancing.
  • Resolved issue that could result in Codsworth being broken on the ground after fast traveling.
  • Resolved issue with mipmaps in DLC.
  • Resolved issue that could result in a softlock when in dialogue with Prestson Garvey.
  • Resolved issue preventing autosaves while fast traveling in Power Armor.
  • Fixed issue where text would occasionally disappear in the Creation Club menu.
  • Resolved issues with text formatting in the credits in Japanese and Chinese.
  • Resolved issue causing the camera to fail when leaving furniture after an extended time.
  • Fixed issue that could misplace quest markers while the VR Workshop Creation was installed alongside Automatron.
  • Resolved issue with player movement in some underwater areas at Thicket Excavations.
  • Resolved issue that could cause corruption within the Settlement system resulting in wrong resource counts and/or destroyed settlements.
  • Resolved issue where the “Level Up” notification would display even if there was not a level up available.
  • Fixed some flickering in Vault 111.
  • Stability improvements.

PC ONLY

  • Resolved issue preventing saves being made under Windows Usernames with Cyrillic, Chinese, or Japanese characters.
  • The Fallout 4 next gen update is not currently available on GOG but will be available soon. We will let you know as soon as we can.

PLAYSTATION ONLY

  • Resolved issue that could keep the Pip-Boy light on when reading holotapes.
  • Resolved issue that could prompt users to free up 0kb worth of space when attempting to save even if space was available.
  • Fixed crash that could occur while loading a save that was made immediately before dying.
  • Resolved issue that would prevent Codsworth from checking on Shaun in the intro.

XBOX ONLY

  • Resolved issue where users would not always be returned to the main menu after signing out of their profile.
  • Resolved crash that could occur if the player had unlocked all perks.
  • Fixed lighting issue that could occur during Airship Down.
  • Encountering a BNET error will now return you to the main menu instead of asking you to log in again.
  • Resolved issue that could result in significant drop in frame rate when a Gas Canister is ignited by a Molotov Cocktail.
  • Addressed some visual artifacts that could occur when dynamic resolution was triggered.

CREATION KIT

  • Removed non-functional “Hot Load” button.
  • Removed non-functional “Material Editor” button.
  • Editor IDs longer than 99 characters will no longer crash the editor.
  • Resolved crash that could occur while viewing a quest’s Objectives tab.
  • Resolved hang that could occur while adding a reference to a layer.

How to Get Fallout 4 Next Gen Update?

Getting the Fallout 4 Next Gen Update may not be easy for everyone. If you're a PlayStation Plus subscriber, you may face some difficulties while downloading the update for free. Reports say that only those who own Fallout 4 outright can access the update without extra charges, while PS Plus members seem to be left out.

This issue disappointed the PS Plus users, who felt let down by Bethesda for not addressing the problem before the update's launch. However, Bethesda has assured players that they're working to fix this issue, but as of now, PS Plus subscribers might need to wait a bit longer to enjoy the benefits of the Next Gen Update.

What's New in Fallout 4 Next Gen Update?

Improved Performance: Players can expect smoother gameplay with enhancements to performance, including increased frames per second and better resolution.

Quality and Performance Modes: The update introduces options for Quality and Performance modes, allowing players to customize their gaming experience based on their preferences.

Stability Enhancements: Expect fixes for various bugs and stability issues to ensure a more reliable and enjoyable gaming experience.

Content Additions: Alongside technical improvements, the update may include new content such as quests, items, and cosmetics to further improve the Fallout 4 experience.

Platform-Specific Updates: Different platforms may receive specific updates based on their needs, such as widescreen support for PC players or platform-specific optimizations for consoles.

Creation Club Enhancements: The Creation Club might see additions or improvements, offering players more options for customizing their gameplay with official content from Bethesda.

Community Feedback Integration: Bethesda may address community feedback by implementing requested features or fixes based on player input gathered since the last update.

Availability: The update should be accessible to players on various platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, ensuring that all Fallout 4 enthusiasts can enjoy the latest improvements and additions.

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