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Cyberpunk 2077 Receives Free PlayStation®5 Pro Update!
CD PROJEKT RED has released a free update for Cyberpunk 2077 specifically for the PlayStation 5 Pro. This update enhances performance, visual fidelity with upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, and offers expanded ray tracing features across three graphics modes: Performance, Ray Tracing, and Ray Tracing Pro. The game is also available at no additional cost for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members.
Is this what playing on PS6 will be like? Cyberpunk 2077 finally has a dedicated PS5 Pro patch and it's the best…
CD Projekt Red has released a dedicated PlayStation 5 Pro update for Cyberpunk 2077, featuring enhanced ray-tracing technology, lighting, shadows, and reflections. The update offers three graphics presets: Ray Tracing Pro targeting 30fps (or 40fps with VRR), Performance mode up to 90fps (with VRR), and a middle-ground Ray Tracing mode at 60fps. This update is free for owners of the game on the PlayStation 5 Pro and aims to showcase the console's capabilities, potentially offering a glimpse into future PlayStation 6 performance.
Cyberpunk 2077 gets a free PS5 Pro upgrade today that brings PSSR and better ray tracing options
CD Projekt Red has released a free update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PlayStation 5 Pro, introducing PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaling and enhanced ray tracing options. The update offers three performance modes: 'Ray Tracing Pro' targeting 30 FPS, 'Ray Tracing' targeting 60 FPS, and 'Performance' targeting 60 FPS without ray tracing.
Cyberpunk 2077 gets 90fps support but PS5 Pro update has some 'minor quibbles'
CD Projekt has released a free update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PlayStation 5 Pro, introducing three new graphical modes including Ray Tracing Pro and a Performance mode targeting up to 90fps. The update also adds support for PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution 2.0. While generally praised, some minor frame rate fluctuations were noted.
Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Update Impresses With Performance Gains, But Ray Tracing Still Has Limits
CD Projekt Red has released a significant update for Cyberpunk 2077 on the PlayStation 5 Pro, introducing performance gains and enhanced visual modes. While the update leverages the Pro's hardware for improved upscaling and lighting, limitations in ray tracing implementation persist compared to high-end PCs. The analysis highlights a balance between visuals and performance, with distinct modes catering to different player preferences.
'CDPR Deserves a Lot of Credit': Tech Experts Praise Cyberpunk 2077's Anticipated PS5 Pro Mode
CD Projekt RED is releasing a free update for Cyberpunk 2077 on April 8th to leverage the PlayStation 5 Pro's enhanced capabilities. The update introduces a 'Ray Tracing Pro' mode, offering improved lighting and shadows at 30fps or 40fps, alongside a standard 'Ray Tracing' mode targeting 60fps and a 'Performance' mode for higher frame rates without ray tracing. The article highlights the effectiveness of Sony's PSSR2 upscaling technology in this update.
Cyberpunk 2077’s PS5 Pro Update is Live, New Trailer Highlights Improvements
Cyberpunk 2077 has received its PlayStation 5 Pro update, introducing enhanced visual fidelity and performance options. The update includes modes like Ray Tracing Pro (40 FPS), Ray Tracing Mode (60 FPS), and Performance Mode (up to 90 FPS), utilizing features like PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution and Variable Rate Shading.
Most Anticipated PS5 Pro Update for Hit RPG Finally Revealed
CD Projekt Red is releasing a free PlayStation 5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077 this week, enhancing visuals with 4K resolution and advanced ray tracing powered by PlayStation's Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). The update targets 40 FPS in visual mode and up to 90 FPS in performance mode on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Several other games are also listed as supporting the new PSSR 2.0 technology.
Cyberpunk 2077 Is Getting A Major Makeover on PS5 Pro Tomorrow
Cyberpunk 2077 is receiving a significant update tomorrow that will provide PlayStation 5 Pro players with three distinct performance profiles. These profiles include Ray Tracing Pro, Ray Tracing, and a standard Performance mode, offering enhanced visual and performance options.
'The Result Is Incredible': Cyberpunk 2077's Big PS5 Pro Update Arrives Tomorrow
CD Projekt RED has released a significant update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PlayStation 5, enhancing visuals for the PlayStation 5 Pro. The update, available starting April 8th, 2026, introduces improved lighting and ray tracing capabilities, offering players three distinct graphics modes: Ray Tracing Pro, Ray Tracing, and Performance.
Cyberpunk 2077's Acclaimed PS5 Pro Update Is Out Now
CD Projekt RED has released a significant update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PlayStation 5, enhancing visuals and performance for those with the souped-up console. The update introduces improved ray tracing, lighting, and reflections, offering players three distinct graphics modes prioritizing ray tracing or frame rate.
Cyberpunk 2077 PlayStation 5 Pro enhancements detailed
CD Projekt Red has detailed the free Cyberpunk 2077 update for the PlayStation 5 Pro, launching April 8. This update leverages the console's technology to bring 4K visuals, improved performance, and advanced ray tracing features, including three distinct graphical modes: Ray Tracing Pro, Performance, and a balanced Ray Tracing mode. The enhancements aim to significantly boost immersion and visual fidelity in Night City.
Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Update CD Projekt Red Once Said No To Is Almost Here
CD Projekt Red is releasing a major update for Cyberpunk 2077 on April 8, enhancing the game for the PlayStation 5 Pro with 4K visuals and advanced ray tracing using BVH8 technology. Players will have three graphics modes: Ray Tracing Pro, Performance, and a balanced Ray Tracing mode targeting 60 frames per second. This update comes after CD Projekt Red initially stated they had no plans to utilize the PS5 Pro's capabilities.
Death Stranding 2 PC Optimization: Best Graphics Settings + Ray Tracing
This guide details the best graphics settings for Death Stranding 2 on PC, focusing on optimization and ray tracing implementation. While the PC version includes ray-traced reflections and ambient occlusion, it does not feature dynamic lighting systems like RTGI or Lumen.
Death Stranding 2 PC Optimization: Best Graphics Settings + Ray Tracing
This guide details the best graphics settings for Death Stranding 2 on PC, including optimization tips for ray tracing. Hideo Kojima has outlined upcoming updates for the game, such as a new difficulty mode and live-action scenes, which will be available alongside the PC release.
Digital Foundry Expert Delivers Brutal DLSS 5 Verdict: ‘Character Stuff is Horrendous’
Digital Foundry's John Linneman has delivered a critical verdict on NVIDIA's DLSS 5 technology, praising its potential for environmental lighting improvements while deeming its character rendering 'horrendous.' Despite acknowledging the core DLSS technology as 'awesome,' Linneman suggests the character implementation should have been omitted. This mixed review highlights the challenges of cutting-edge AI development in PC gaming, where advancements in one area can be overshadowed by significant flaws in another.
I benchmarked Cyberpunk 2077 on 15 gaming laptops, these are the specs you need to hit 60fps in RT Ultra in 2026
This analysis benchmarks Cyberpunk 2077 on 15 gaming laptops to determine the specifications needed to achieve 60fps at RT Ultra settings by 2026. It suggests an RTX 5080 is required for QHD resolution and an RTX 5070 for 1200p, with detailed breakdowns of performance versus price for different GPU tiers.
The Witcher 4’s RTX Mega Geometry Demo Features 60 Million Plants, Runs at 4K/80 FPS With DLSS
Nvidia has showcased its RTX Mega Geometry technology, featuring a tech demo for The Witcher 4 with 60 million plants and fully path-traced lighting. The demo, running on an RTX 5090, achieved 4K/80 FPS upscaled from 1440p using DLSS Quality mode, demonstrating advanced capabilities using assets from CD Projekt RED.
'The upgraded PSSR significantly enhances Assassin’s Creed Shadows' — Sony confirms a release date for its next-gen upscaling tech on PS5 Pro
Sony is releasing an upgraded version of its PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) AI upscaling technology for Assassin's Creed Shadows on April 7. This update will enhance image quality, performance, and ray tracing on the PlayStation 5 Pro, improving visual stability and detail across various graphics modes. The technology has previously been implemented in other titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Alan Wake 2.
Crimson Desert on PS5 Pro Delivers Another Big Leap Over The Base Console
Digital Foundry's analysis reveals that Crimson Desert on PlayStation 5 Pro offers significant visual upgrades over the base console, particularly through its PSSR technology. The 60fps mode now approaches the PS5's quality settings, while the 30fps mode achieves native 4K resolution with enhanced ray tracing and lighting.