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PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Upscaler is Rolling Out for Silent Hill f, Alan Wake 2, Final Fantasy VII
Sony is rolling out an upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaler for PlayStation 5 Pro consoles, enhancing visual clarity and performance in supported games. Titles like Silent Hill f, Alan Wake 2, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will benefit from this technology, with more games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 receiving support soon. Developers from Square Enix and Remedy Entertainment have praised the PSSR upgrade for its ability to improve image quality and stability.
Upgraded PS5 Pro PSSR support 'justifies the existence' of Sony's console
Sony is rolling out an updated PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology to a growing list of PlayStation 5 Pro titles, promising enhanced visual stability and clarity. This AI-driven upscaler, now supported by games like Silent Hill 2, Control, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, is considered by some to be a significant improvement that justifies the console's existence.
PSSR 2 is finally here, and the tech that made Resident Evil Requiem look so good promises a big PS5 Pro upgrade for…
Sony's new PSSR 2 upscaling technology is now available for the PlayStation 5 Pro via a system-level update. This AI-powered feature enhances image reconstruction and motion stability, with specific game patches planned for titles like Crimson Desert, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Monster Hunter Wilds. While generally an improvement, some minor artifacts have been noted in certain games.
PS5 Pro PSSR 2.0 Update Out Today, Full List of Games
The PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR 2.0 update is now available, enhancing image quality and frame rates for supported games. Titles like Resident Evil 4, Alan Wake 2, and Control are among the initial list, with more games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 receiving compatibility updates soon. Players can enable or disable the PSSR enhancements in the system's Video Output settings.
'An Even Smoother Experience': Developers Chime in on PS5 Pro's PSSR 2 Update
Developers from various studios are sharing their positive experiences with the PlayStation 5 Pro's new PSSR 2.0 update. They highlight improvements in image quality, detail rendering, and performance stability across titles like Silent Hill F, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
Sony Confirms PlayStation 5 Pro PSSR Upgrades for Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Even Former Xbox Console Exclusive Hellblade 2 - IGN
Sony has confirmed that numerous games will receive visual upgrades via the PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR technology through a new system software update. Titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and even the former Xbox exclusive Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 will benefit from AI-powered upscaling for improved visuals. The PSSR technology analyzes and enhances the console's output for better and more stable graphics, with specific upgrade timelines varying by game.
Upgraded PSSR for PS5 Pro launches March 17 across several third-party games
Sony Interactive Entertainment is rolling out upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for the PlayStation 5 Pro starting March 17, integrated with the latest system software. Several third-party games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Silent Hill f are receiving official updates to support the new upscaler, with more titles to follow. Players can also unofficially enable PSSR for all compatible games through system settings to potentially improve clarity and image stability.
Upgraded PSSR rolling out to Silent Hill f, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Crimson Desert, and more
Sony is rolling out a PlayStation 5 system software update that enhances PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for improved image stability, clarity, and performance. This upgraded PSSR technology will be integrated into numerous upcoming and existing titles, including Silent Hill f, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Crimson Desert, with developers like Konami, BioWare, Remedy Entertainment, Ninja Theory, Square Enix, Koei Tecmo, and Capcom sharing positive impressions. The advancements in PSSR are a result of Sony's Project Amethyst partnership with AMD.
PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Is Rolling Out Today--Here Are The First Games Getting It
Sony has begun rolling out an upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for PlayStation 5 Pro owners, with several studios confirming their games will benefit. Titles like Resident Evil 4, Cyberpunk 2077, Silent Hill 2, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard will see improvements in balance, performance, and fidelity thanks to this new upscaling technology developed in partnership with AMD.
Project Helix dev kits not going out until 2027 | TAG
Microsoft has revealed that developer kits for its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, will not be released until 2027, featuring custom AMD chips with advanced ray tracing and upscaling capabilities. Separately, a surprise public playtest for Secret Door and Dreamhaven's Shadowstone has launched, Nintendo is preparing an update for Pokémon Pokopia, and Square Enix has surprise-launched Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD on Xbox Series X/S and PC. Additionally, Jeff Kaplan explained his departure from Blizzard, and deals for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 consoles and games are available.
Experience Two of PS5's Best Games with a 'New Level of Visual Fidelity' on PS5 Pro
Remedy Entertainment is updating Alan Wake 2 and Control Ultimate Edition to leverage the PlayStation 5 Pro's enhanced upscaling technology, promising a new level of visual fidelity. Sony's new console features an upgraded AI-based upscaler, with early results in games like Resident Evil 4 showing significant improvements.
New Gran Turismo 7 Update May Have Upgraded PS5 Pro Upscaling To PSSR 2
A recent update for Gran Turismo 7 suggests an upgrade to its PlayStation 5 Pro upscaling capabilities, potentially implementing PSSR 2 technology. This update from Sony and Polyphony Digital may enhance the visual performance on the upcoming console revision.
New Gran Turismo 7 Update May Have Upgraded PS5 Pro Upscaling To PSSR 2
A new update for Gran Turismo 7 may have introduced support for PlayStation 5 Pro's Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaling technology. The update also adds three new vehicles: the Porsche 911 GT3 R (992), the Hyundai Elantra N TC, and the high-performance electric vehicle, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra.
Microsoft Reveals Project Helix: Xbox’s Next-Gen Console Gets AMD Powerhouse
Microsoft has revealed early hardware specifications for its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix. The console will feature custom AMD silicon with advanced ray tracing, neural rendering, and next-generation upscaling technologies like AMD FSR Next. While promising significant performance improvements, potential challenges include real-world performance validation, backwards compatibility, and power management.
Control Ultimate Edition and Alan Wake 2 Will Support Upgraded PSSR on PS5 Pro
Remedy Entertainment has announced that Control Ultimate Edition and Alan Wake 2 will soon receive support for the upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) on PlayStation 5 Pro. This technology aims to improve image stability and clarity of motion, though it can be enabled separately. The upcoming title, Control Resonant, is also expected to feature similar enhancements.
Crimson Desert Supports FSR 4 and DLSS 4.5 on PC, Online Connection Required for Initial Set-up
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that Crimson Desert will support AMD FSR 3 and 4, and Nvidia DLSS 4 and 4.5 on PC, including features like Ray Regeneration and Reconstruction. Consoles will utilize FSR 3, with the PS5 Pro featuring Upgraded PSSR, and Mac users will have access to MetalFX Upscaler and Frame Generation. An internet connection is required for initial setup, but the game can be played offline afterward. Cross-save will not be supported.
Don’t know your FSR Diamonds from your DirectStorages? Here’s what all that Project Helix tech-speak actually means
This article breaks down the technical jargon surrounding Microsoft's 'Project Helix,' the upcoming PC-focused Xbox console. It explains concepts like custom AMD SoCs, DirectX advancements, ray tracing, GPU Directed Work Graph Execution, AMD FSR, neural rendering, and DirectStorage. The author highlights how many of these features, previously PC innovations, are now being integrated into the Xbox ecosystem.
First Crimson Desert PS5 Pro Analysis Calls It 'A Phenomenal Experience'
An analysis of Crimson Desert running on the PlayStation 5 Pro reveals a 'phenomenal experience' with multiple graphical modes including performance, balanced, and quality settings, all featuring ray tracing. While the PS5 Pro's PSSR upscaler works well, minor artifacts are present, though expected to be improved with PSSR2. The game generally maintains solid performance, with occasional dips in CPU-intensive areas, but is not considered poorly optimized.
Morning Tech Bits
AMD has announced its next-generation AI-enhanced upscaling technology, 'FSR Diamond,' which is slated for future Xbox consoles. The article questions whether this new technology will also be made available for PC users.
AMD announces next-gen 'FSR Diamond' AI-enhanced upscaling for future Xbox consoles, but the question is whether it's coming to PC and which GPUs will support it
AMD has announced FSR Diamond, a new AI-enhanced upscaling technology developed in partnership with Microsoft for future Xbox consoles. While initially targeted at consoles, its potential release on PC and compatibility with existing GPUs remain uncertain, with speculation pointing towards RDNA 5 graphics cards due to its heavy AI emphasis. The technology is expected to be part of Project Helix, a co-engineering effort focused on next-gen performance and graphics, with alpha hardware releases anticipated in 2027.
