Blood of Dawnwalker Boosts Performance Mode to 60 FPS After Fan Uproar
Rebel Wolves has responded to growing fan frustration over console frame rates by confirming that The Blood of Dawnwalker will now feature an enhanced Performance Mode targeting 60 FPS on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X. The day one update, arriving with the game's September 3 launch, marks a last-minute shift that aims to satisfy players who were disappointed by the initially announced 40 FPS cap.
The announcement comes after Rebel Wolves, led by former The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, revealed in an 'Everything You Need To Know' video that the game would offer two console modes: a 30 FPS Quality Mode and a 40 FPS Performance Mode. While the PS5 Pro was slated to receive additional enhancements like dynamic 4K resolution, the absence of 60 FPS support drew sharp criticism from the community.
What changed in the day one update?
According to the official Blood of Dawnwalker social media account, the day one update will now include a boosted Performance Mode that 'targets' 60 FPS on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X. Xbox Series S players, however, will not see the improvement, with Performance Mode remaining at 30 FPS on that hardware.
This means PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X owners will have three graphical options at launch:
- Quality Mode: 30 FPS, prioritizing visual fidelity
- Performance Mode: 60 FPS, now enhanced via the day one patch
- Balanced Mode: 40 FPS, a hybrid of the two
Why did Rebel Wolves wait until now?
Rebel Wolves thanked fans for their feedback and clarified that the initial console performance details were based on what was already confirmed and ready for launch. The Performance Mode enhancement was always in development but was undergoing testing, so the studio was cautious about promising a feature that wasn't finished.
'Based on fan feedback and how much it mattered to players, Rebel Wolves focused on finishing the testing and the results were positive,' the studio confirmed, adding that the feature would indeed be ready for the launch date.
What does this mean for the game's launch?
With the release date of September 3 fast approaching, this update signals that Rebel Wolves is listening to its audience, even at the eleventh hour. The decision to prioritize 60 FPS on more powerful consoles reflects a broader industry trend, where performance has become a key selling point for action RPGs.
For Xbox Series S owners, the news is less favorable, but the console's hardware limitations make 60 FPS a significant challenge. Still, the studio's willingness to adjust based on feedback is a positive sign for a title that has generated considerable anticipation.
Frequently asked questions about Blood of Dawnwalker performance
Will Blood of Dawnwalker run at 60 FPS on all consoles?
No. The enhanced Performance Mode targets 60 FPS on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X. Xbox Series S will continue to target 30 FPS in Performance Mode.
When will the Performance Mode update be available?
The update will be included in the day one patch, which will be available at the game's launch on September 3, 2026.
What other graphical modes are available?
Players on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X can choose between Quality Mode (30 FPS), Balanced Mode (40 FPS), and Performance Mode (60 FPS).
The Blood of Dawnwalker releases on September 3, 2026, for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. The game is rated Mature 17+ and is published by Bandai Namco Studios.