The Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition is now available on PS5, costing $40 for an upgrade. It includes all DLC, expansions, and additional content, potentially raising eyebrows about its pricing compared to Skyrim's offering.
Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition available
Upgrade costs $40 for owners
Includes all DLC and expansions
Over 150 Creation Club items included
Original package costs $60
Content depth compared to Skyrim
Bethesda officially launched Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition on November 10, 2025. The Anniversary Edition launches as a complete package that includes the base game, all six DLCs, and over 150 Creation Club items. This edition release includes enhanced content and new customization options. [2][4][5]
Pricing Tiers and Purchase Options for Different Player Groups
The Anniversary Edition release is available on the PlayStation Store with several distinct purchasing options:
Complete Edition for New Players: $59.99 / £52.99, including the full base game, all DLC, and Creation Club content.
Upgrade for Existing Owners: $39.99 / £35.99 to add all DLC expansions and Creation Club items to the existing game.
Creation Club Content Only Bundle: $19.99 / £17.99 for those who own previous DLCs and want only the Creation Club additions.
This pricing structure has drawn scrutiny for the comparatively high cost of the upgrade and Creation Club-only bundles versus similar Bethesda anniversary releases, such as Skyrim Anniversary Edition, which provides more expansive gameplay additions at lower price points.[6][11]
Technical Enhancements and Accessibility Features in the PS5 Edition
The Anniversary Edition introduces a variety of PS5-specific performance enhancements aimed at improving gameplay experience:
DualSense controller support with adaptive triggers and enhanced haptic feedback.
Stable 60 frames per second gameplay alongside improved resolution.
Expanded 3D audio capabilities.
New accessibility options such as subtitle customization, modifier control schemes, and adjustable sensitivity.
Offline play and remote play support.
These updates build on the previous free next-gen patch to modernize Fallout 4 for current hardware, focusing on both performance and player customization.[4][12]
Community Feedback Highlighting Modding Challenges
Player response to the Anniversary Edition has been mixed. While technical improvements and content consolidation are appreciated, the modding community reports significant disruption:
Many mods are currently incompatible, requiring substantial rework due to the new game version baseline.
Bethesda’s monetized Creation Club content model faces criticism for being more cosmetic and less substantive compared to earlier expansions.
Some players express frustration with the game’s monetization strategy and limited new content.
Others note improved game stability and performance under the new edition.
This split reflects the tension between delivering a comprehensive package and meeting player expectations for fresh content and modding freedom.[1][13][6]
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