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Update: The Callisto Protocol has since added various patches on Xbox Series X:
Original story: The release of The Callisto Protocol caused a bit of fuss earlier this week when it was reported that the Xbox Series X version was missing ray traced reflections in its quality mode compared to the PS5, along with a few more instances of dropped frames than Sony's console when running at 30FPS. Digital Foundry stated on Friday that these were "fairly severe strikes" against the Xbox Series version, recommending PS5 to see the game "at its very best", with the PC version also unfortunately suffering from some technical issues on day one.
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However, when it comes to the 60FPS performance mode on Xbox Series X, we've had very good things to say about The Callisto Protocol. In our review of the game, we called this mode a "smooth experience" with just a "few little dips here and there", while also pointing out how the game really benefits from a 60FPS option on console:
"Dropping the framerate to 30FPS just makes the combat feel a bit stodgy for our liking... the difference between 30FPS and 60FPS really is [very] noticeable during combat sequences."
It's not just us, either - we've seen many reports from people enjoying performance mode on Series X:
You needn't worry about the performance mode on Xbox Series X, then, and Xbox Series S performance also appears to be pretty solid - with the caveat that it's locked at 30FPS. That's definitely not ideal based on the comments we made in our review, but the upside is that you should at least get a stable experience throughout.
Striking Distance Studios actually issued a sizeable patch for The Callisto Protocol last night on Xbox, but it doesn't appear to have affected the quality mode ray-tracing issue on Series X. We're assuming the developer will be working to fix this pretty soon though, so we'll keep an eye out for any updates over the coming days.
We'll leave you with IGN's performance review of the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S versions, which shows just how fantastic the game looks across all consoles - even despite some drawbacks on Xbox right now.
"The Callisto Protocol still offers a visual tour de force and enough surprises to be worth your time across all formats. I just hope that the final Christmas present is that Series X gets its Ray Traced reflections added before the year is out."
How are you finding Callisto Protocol on Series X and S so far? Tell us in the comments.
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Sorry but reading all the average reviews means I won't be buying as not worth £70 for a short linear game. Might take a chance when it's £10 or less.Kinda knew it wouldn't be that good as it's just an inferior Dead Space clone without any originality.
The Dead Space remake will be better and won't be buying that either as happy to wait for it to go on Game Pass.
Yep, and you also have my Tweet from DF’s John to prove it!
This game looks phenomenal in quality mode. The added ray tracing makes a difference but I still don’t think it’s worth the performance hit.
@Cyberpsycho they ain’t Sony. I paid around £45 new.
@Fenbops It is for the deluxe edition for the series X I don't buy last generation games. I haven't paid for a new console to play the inferior version. I only buy digital these days as don't have the space to store loads of games.
Shame they don't use smart delivery but obviously done to charge more. A scummy anti consumer move.
@Cyberpsycho I got the series X version for £45 it’s not last generation. Agree that they should have used smart delivery.
@Cyberpsycho it's not £70 that's dead space remake lol
Watched the Digitsl Foundry vid comparing the Series X an PS5 versions of the game an i must say the difference is quite substantial!! Not sure what’s gone wrong with the Xbox version, it’s like comparing a standard Xbox One to a PC!!
@Would_you_kindly I'm talking about the deluxe edition I wouldn't be interested in a base game with missing content.
@Cyberpsycho there isn't any missing content you can buy the season pass separately if you want the dlc when it's released 🙃
@Cyberpsycho & the digital deluxe edition of dead space remake is £80 😂
Again a cross gen cross platform mess of a game , probably developed on ps4 hardware and ported on Xbox , pc and ps5 , end result the best version is on ps5 the rest struggles with the game, release just before Christmas to have big sales and then release patch to clean un up all the mess , voilà the good old recipe for AAA games.
The only reason it looks better is because Sony devs and tools were used to make the game.
Funny how Sony is whining avoid CoD but has no problem with this.
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