Why it matters: Sony has announced an impressive lineup of more than 50 games optimized for the PlayStation 5 Pro’s launch on November 7. This extensive list demonstrates Sony’s commitment to delivering enhanced gaming experiences through significant hardware improvements.
The Games: Engadget reports that the enhanced lineup includes major titles like Alan Wake 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. These games will take advantage of the PS5 Pro’s upgraded capabilities, offering improved visuals and performance. The PS5 Pro will pair well with the best gaming TVs for PS5.
- First-party exclusives optimized
- Popular third-party titles enhanced
Technical Advances: The PS5 Pro boasts a 63% increase in GPU core count and introduces PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), an AI-powered upscaling technology. Games like Resident Evil Village will run at 120 FPS, while Horizon Forbidden West achieves 4K at 60 FPS.
- Enhanced ray tracing capabilities
- Improved rendering performance
Performance Impact: Popular titles receive specific enhancements, with Stellar Blade running at up to 80 FPS and The Last of Us series utilizing PSSR for 4K upscaling from 1440p while maintaining 60 FPS.
