Sony is set to push the limits of its gaming hardware even further as the PS5 Pro gears up for a major upgrade in 2026. In a recent discussion with Digital Foundry, PS5 lead architect Mark Cerny confirmed that the console’s PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) feature will be enhanced thanks to an ongoing partnership with AMD. This new update promises to deliver even crisper, more detailed visuals—transforming 720p images into near-true 4K quality faster and more efficiently than ever before.
Launched in November 2024, the PS5 Pro already impressed gamers with a 45% faster GPU, advanced ray tracing, and AI-driven upscaling technology that has boosted performance for over 50 major titles and improved over 8,500 PS4 games with the PS5 Pro Game Boost feature. Despite its initial success, however, some players have raised concerns over its $700 price tag, and recent sales data suggests that hardware sales have dipped slightly compared to previous models like the PS4 Pro.
The forthcoming PSSR upgrade is seen as a key move to reinvigorate the PS5 Pro’s appeal. Cerny noted that the improvements could rival AMD’s FSR 4 upscaling, offering gamers an unprecedented level of clarity and visual fidelity. As Sony continues to innovate and work on integrating more AI technology—potentially paving the way for even more groundbreaking advancements in the PS6—the new update is expected to further cement the PS5 Pro’s status as a high-end powerhouse in gaming.
In a competitive market where Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X/S have faced notable sales challenges recently, Sony is banking on enhanced performance and stunning graphics to keep players coming back. With upcoming titles like Assassin’s Creed Shadows promising multiple performance modes tailored for the PS5 Pro, gamers are eagerly awaiting the next wave of graphical upgrades that could define the future of console gaming.
