Tactical shooter Insurgency: Sandstorm recently received a substantial free update on Xbox Series X/S consoles. This Xbox Game Pass favorite has now been fully optimized for current-gen hardware, thanks to the latest upgrade.
While available on the Xbox One and PS4, Insurgency: Sandstorm was always best experienced on current-gen consoles. However, the game had not been fully optimized for Xbox Series X/S hardware until the recent update. The game already had much to offer, from outstanding tactical combat to detailed customization, but the latest upgrade finally gives the title the visual facelift it deserves. Through regular updates, Insurgency: Sandstorm has maintained a dedicated player base since its launch.
The recent update has transformed Insurgency: Sandstorm into a fully-fledged Xbox Series X/S optimized title. The patch elevates resolutions to 4K/60FPS on Series X consoles and 1080p/60FPS on the Series S model. The game also benefits from faster load times, courtesy of the SSDs within the Xbox Series X/S consoles. Additionally, cross-gen play has been added as part of the update.
Upgrades for Insurgency: Sandstorm on Xbox Series X/S
- 4K/60FPS on Series X
- 1080p/60FPS on Series S
- Faster load times
- Enhanced textures
- Cross-gen play
First-time players diving into the game will likely benefit from some pro tips for starting Insurgency: Sandstorm. As the game has maintained a dedicated following over the years, a significant portion of the player base has understandably become quite skilled at the online shooter. Nevertheless, the latest update is certain to attract numerous new players who are eager to experience what the game has to offer.
Due to its calculated and tactical nature, Insurgency: Sandstorm offers something distinct from the more popular FPS games on Xbox Game Pass. Despite being somewhat under the radar in recent years, the game has garnered praise from several critics for its realistic yet enjoyable approach to the genre.
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