Dark Souls III
Runs at 60 FPS on PS5
Backwards Comp. · Independently measured, 2 sources.
Frame rate by console model
PlayStation 5
Backwards compatible · Reported
- Default · 1080p
- 60 FPS
The PS4 version runs at locked 60 FPS on PS5 via backward compatibility. Xbox Series X and Series S receive FPS Boost targeting 60 FPS at 900p, with a brief measured drop reported on Series S.
About
Dark Souls III is an action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released in March 2016, it is the fourth entry in the Souls series and the final instalment in the Dark Souls trilogy. Set in the decaying kingdom of Lothric, players take on the role of the "Ashen One," an undead warrior tasked with rekindling the First Flame to prevent the world from falling into darkness. The game features challenging combat, intricate level design, and a deep, lore-rich narrative.
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- Digital Foundry
Today's FPS Boost upgrade overrides the frame-rate cap to give Xbox Series X and S the same, smooth experience 60fps as PS5.
- Backwards-Compatible
Dark Souls III (PS4) is backwards compatible with the PlayStation 5, offering a single graphics display mode running 1080p resolution at Locked 60 FPS.
Last verified August 26, 2026
Patch history
Aug 2017
Patch 01.15 · 4.4GBApr 2017
Patch 01.14 · 4.4GBApr 2017
Patch 01.13 · 4.4GBMar 2016
Launch
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