Sony’s recently unveiled PS5 Pro, priced at $700, promises a substantial leap in performance and visual fidelity. While the console’s capabilities are sure to benefit many games, first-party developers working closely with Sony’s console engineers stand to maximize its potential. During the Pro’s tech demo, architect Mark Cerny even hinted at the possibility of doubling frame rates in select titles. This appears to be the case for the highly anticipated Horizon Forbidden West.
In a recent PlayStation Blog post, Jan-Bart van Beek, studio director at Guerrilla Games, revealed that Aloy’s upcoming adventure will run at a smooth 60FPS in Quality Mode on the PS5 Pro. This is a major improvement over the base PS5, which is locked to 30FPS in Quality Mode. This news is particularly exciting for gamers who prioritize high-FPS performance, especially in action-packed games like Horizon. The increased frame rate promises a smoother, more responsive gaming experience.
Van Beek also elaborated on how Horizon Forbidden West will take advantage of the PS5 Pro’s powerful GPU upgrade. He further revealed that the Horizon Zero Dawn remaster will also receive a PS5 Pro upgrade patch, ensuring an enhanced experience for players of the original game.
These developments suggest that the PS5 Pro is more than just a minor upgrade. It has the potential to deliver a significantly smoother and more immersive gaming experience for select titles, with Horizon Forbidden West standing as a prime example. Gamers who value high-FPS performance will undoubtedly be eager to experience the game’s enhanced visuals and gameplay on the new console.
