THQ Nordic has brought the Darksiders: Warmastered Edition to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, allowing a new generation of players to experience the apocalyptic hack-and-slash adventure. While the re-release is generally good news for fans of the acclaimed title, a clear discrepancy in upgrade policies between the two platforms has drawn attention and criticism.
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Browse deals →For Xbox Series X|S owners who already possess Darksiders for the Xbox One, the upgrade to the Warmastered Edition is entirely free. This welcome gesture provides native 4K rendering, smoother 60 frames-per-second gameplay, and a new Photo Mode without any additional cost, ensuring a seamless transition and enhanced experience for their existing player base. It aligns with common industry practices where backwards compatibility often includes complimentary current-gen upgrades for previously purchased games.
In stark contrast, PlayStation 5 players face a different scenario. If they own the PlayStation 4 version of Darksiders, accessing the Warmastered Edition's benefits – which include the same 4K resolution, 60fps performance, and Photo Mode – will cost them an additional $10. This surcharge for PlayStation users, a feature given freely on Xbox, has sparked debate and questions regarding THQ Nordic's approach to cross-generation upgrades, leaving some PS5 players feeling shortchanged by the seemingly uneven treatment.
