Surprise Patch for Dishonored 2 on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox
Dishonored 2, a critically acclaimed Bethesda title, has received a small, unexpected update across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. The update, a mere 230MB (requiring a full 40GB re-download on Xbox), appears to focus on bug fixes and language file updates. This comes as a surprise, given that Arkane Lyon, the studio behind Dishonored 2, is currently engrossed in developing Marvel's Blade.
Released in late 2016, Dishonored 2 introduced Emily Kaldwin as a playable protagonist, building upon the success of its predecessor. The game's innovative gameplay and detailed environments, particularly missions like "The Clockwork Mansion" and "A Crack in the Slab," remain memorable highlights for many players.
While Arkane Lyon continues its work on Marvel's Blade, the recent closure of Arkane Austin (responsible for the original Dishonored, Prey, and Redfall) has impacted Arkane's overall development capacity. This unexpected update for Dishonored 2, however, offers a small glimmer of continued support for the title.
No 60 FPS Update (Yet?)
The lack of a highly anticipated 60 FPS mode in this update has left some fans disappointed. Unlike other Arkane titles, Dishonored 2 remains locked at 30 FPS on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. The possibility of a 60 FPS patch remains open, perhaps coinciding with the game's tenth anniversary in 2026. However, the likelihood of a future mainline Dishonored game is uncertain, given the closure of Arkane Austin and Arkane Lyon's current focus on Marvel's Blade. The future of the Dishonored franchise remains unclear.
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