Dishonored 2 Gets Surprise Update 9 Years After Launch

Surprise Patch for Dishonored 2 on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox

Dishonored 2, a critically acclaimed Bethesda title, has received a small, unexpected update across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. The update, weighing in at a mere 230MB (though requiring a full 40GB re-download on Xbox), appears to focus on bug fixes and language file updates. This comes as a surprise, given the game's 2016 release date.

Developed by Arkane Lyon (currently working on Marvel's Blade), Dishonored 2 introduced Emily Kaldwin as a playable protagonist, expanding upon the gameplay and intricate level design of its predecessor. This contrasts with the fate of Arkane Austin, the studio behind the original Dishonored and Prey, which was unfortunately closed in 2024 as part of Xbox studio restructuring.

The update's brevity has led to some disappointment among fans, who had hoped for a performance enhancement. Unlike other Arkane titles, Dishonored 2 remains locked at 30 FPS on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. While a 60 FPS patch for the game's tenth anniversary in 2026 is possible, it's unclear if such a minor update would justify such a long wait.

The future of the Dishonored franchise remains uncertain. The closure of Arkane Austin significantly impacts Arkane's development capacity, pushing a potential third mainline entry further into the future. For now, Arkane Lyon's focus remains on its upcoming Marvel's Blade project, with no release date currently announced.