Massive Entertainment recently rolled out Title Update 1.2 for "Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora," coinciding with the long-anticipated release of its second premium expansion, "Secret of the Spires." This update lands just a week shy of the game’s initial launch anniversary, marking another milestone in its journey.
For anyone new to the game, "Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora" is an open-world adventure inspired by James Cameron’s iconic sci-fi universe. Since hitting shelves on December 7, 2023, under Ubisoft’s banner, it has seen frequent updates that keep enhancing its performance and ironing out technical hiccups. This latest update is no different, bringing a fresh wave of improvements and bug bashes.
The update became available on November 28, in tandem with "Secret of the Spires," which enriches the game with a brand new locale, the Spires of the Clouded Forest. Players can dive into an additional story campaign, a variety of side quests, and unlock new skills and gear. Although initially set to arrive on November 26, the DLC was postponed due to a critical last-minute snag, as explained by the developers.
Also noteworthy in this update is the introduction of support for the PlayStation 5 Pro. Players using this next-gen console will revel in Pandora’s stunning landscapes at a fluid 60 frames per second when opting for Quality Mode—a significant boost from the standard PS5’s capabilities. Beyond smoother gameplay, the PS5 Pro benefits from an enhanced rendering resolution. Thanks to PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, this AI-enhanced technology leverages new hardware to optimize image quality, even if the game wasn’t natively built for the console.
Further enriching the player experience, Title Update 1.2 allows skill points to be utilized for unlocking and upgrading abilities for the airborne Ikran creatures. It also fixes numerous known issues, including a glitch that unfairly awarded players without them completing necessary tasks or quests.
The update demands a fair chunk of storage: 24.32 GB for PC users, while PS5 and Xbox Series X/S players need to clear 18 GB and 17.5 GB, respectively, for a successful installation.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Title Update 1.2 Patch Notes
Secrets of the Spires:
- Explore the new map area—Spires of the Clouded Forest.
- Embark on a brand-new storyline with fresh side quests and activities.
- Discover unexplored biomes like Tangled Peaks and Splintered Arches.
- Strengthen your bond with your Ikran, unlocking new skills and gear.
- Face new aerial challenges and perfect your combat skills.
- Interact with unique flora and fauna as you find innovative gathering and traversal methods.
Progression Updates:
Players now have the ability to enhance their Ikran with new skills such as Ikran Smash and Launch, applicable across all platforms.
PlayStation 5 Pro Support:
- Quality Mode runs the game at 60 FPS.
- Enhanced internal resolution leverages the powerful hardware for superior graphics.
- Integration of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution for heightened performance and visual quality.
Known Issues:
- A temporary fix is in place for PC players experiencing Windows 11 24H2 issues, though performance may vary.
- Oddities, like menu narration discrepancies and slow map icon loading, persist across all platforms.
- "Penance" quest bugs and reward misallocations are currently under review.
- Various settings may reset after console rest mode, affecting Xbox and PS5 players.
In essence, while this update conquers numerous obstacles and enriches the gameplay experience with new content, some challenges remain. The developers are committed to refining these aspects, promising future updates and thanking players for their patience as they continue to polish the gameplay experience on Pandora.
