Sony Boosts PS5 Pro Graphics, Resident Evil 9 Requiem First to Benefit

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Sony is enhancing its PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaling technology for the PlayStation 5 Pro to further boost image quality while maintaining smooth performance. The first game to benefit is Resident Evil 9 Requiem, available now. The upgraded PSSR, which adopts a rethought approach to its neural network and overall algorithm, better manages complex details and challenging textures. This improvement also addresses an intricate mystery that players are already trying to solve. Capcom’s teams have stated that this new version of PSSR has allowed them to better render particularly complex visual details, especially in the representation of individually modeled hair and fur. According to Masaru Ijuin, Senior Manager at Capcom’s Engine Development Support Section, RD Foundational Technology Department, each strand of hair and beard in Resident Evil Requiem is rendered as a polygon, making them move realistically based on body motion and wind. These subtleties—traditionally difficult to preserve during upscaling—are now treated with much greater precision. The technology used in the new PSSR comes from Sony and AMD’s Project Amethyst partnership. PC gamers have already experienced the benefits of this collaboration through AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 4 upscaling technology.

Upcoming PS5 Pro Update Enables Worldwide PSSR Image Quality Boost for Compatible Titles

The improved PSSR scaler will be available worldwide in the coming weeks, with a system software update scheduled for March. Once installed, PlayStation 5 Pro users can select “Enhance PSSR Image Quality” in Settings to experience the new PSSR with any compatible games. While the specific games receiving dedicated upgrades in March remain unknown, the system update will enable the enhanced PSSR feature for all existing and future PS5 Pro-compatible titles. So far, PSSR technology has visually improved over 50 titles on PS5 Pro. Resident Evil: Requiem had the biggest launch for a Resident Evil title on Steam. IGN gave Resident Evil: Requiem a 9/10 in their review, and their guide can help players every step of the way. Ultimately, this technical leap forward promises a more visually accurate and immersive gaming experience.

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