Resident Evil 8: How to Upgrade to Next-Gen

Last week it was announced that the upcoming Resident Evil 8 will be released for PS4 and Xbox One on the same date as PS5 and Xbox Series X. This is big news for gamers who have yet to upgrade to next-generation consoles. The PS4 and Xbox One versions of the game will also come with free next-gen upgrades.

Resident Evil 8: How to Upgrade to Next-Gen

Upgrading Resident Evil 8 to a next-gen version is a streamlined process. While they differ between systems, both Sony and Microsoft have implemented quick and customer-friendly methods for upgrading their favorite games.

Every copy of the PS4 version of the Resident Evil 8 will come with a free copy of the PS5 version. If the game is purchased from the PlayStation Store, both versions can be downloaded from the player's game library. It is unclear if physical PS4 copies of Resident Evil 8 will come with a free PS5 version on disc or via digital download.

Upgrading to the Xbox Series X version of Resident Evil 8 is remarkably simple thanks to the console's Smart Delivery system. If an Xbox One version of the game is purchased and then the player eventually upgrades to an Xbox Series X, Smart Delivery will automatically deliver the upgraded version of the game to their new console. Smart Delivery ensures that every game is at its most current and optimal version even if it was originally purchased for Xbox One.

Resident Evil 8 will release on May 7, 2021. It will be available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.