Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology is rolling out to a number of titles on the PS5 Pro, including Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Silent Hill 2 , and more. Digital Foundry tested a few of these titles and found that the new upscaler delivers the kind of upscaling expected from the PS5 Pro. Issues with flickering, flickering, and other visual artifacts have been addressed, resulting in clearer and more consistent in-game graphics.
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This upgrade is part of AMD and Sony's combined Project Amethyst , which aims to improve game performance at lower resolutions by using AI to analyze each frame and upscale it, improving quality without reducing frame rate. The upgraded PSSR is included with the latest PS5 system software update, which will begin rolling out in phases on March 17 at 1 a.m. ET. Sony also said that these improvements will power AMD's next FSR update.
The upgraded version of PSSR, similar to AMD's FSR 4 upscaling technology with AI on PCs, was first announced last year and made its debut with Resident Evil Requiem in February. In addition to the aforementioned games, many other titles will support PSSR on PS5 Pro when the software update becomes available, including:
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard
- Alan Wake 2
- Control
- Senua's Saga: Hellblade II
- Nioh 3
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- Dragon's Dogma 2
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The Assassin’s Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 will also receive a patch with the PSSR update in the coming weeks, while Crimson Desert will adopt the technology upon its release on March 19, according to Sony. Users will have the ability to enable or disable the updated technology for PS5 Pro games that already support PSSR, although results may vary depending on the title.
The PSSR technology from Sony represents a significant advancement in the field of graphics upscaling, offering players a more impressive visual experience. With the growing demand for high-quality graphics on consoles, Sony and AMD are working closely together to provide solutions that improve performance without affecting the user experience. Using artificial intelligence to analyze and upscale frames is an innovative approach that enables achieving high-quality graphics without the need for excessive hardware resources.
This upgrade is not just a technical improvement, but also a strategic move by Sony to keep the PS5 Pro at the top of the console market. With the integration of PSSR technology, Sony demonstrates its commitment to offering players the best possible experience, leveraging the latest technological developments. As more games adopt this technology, players can expect a more realistic and immersive gaming experience.
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The upgrade of PSSR is also important for game developers, as it allows them to focus on creating high-quality content without worrying about technical limitations. By using artificial intelligence to upscale graphics, developers can create more complex and detailed environments, enhancing the sense of immersion for players.
