🥲 GTA 6 will run at 30fps on PS5 Pro, matching the standard PS5 and Xbox Series X|S performance
👏 PS5 Pro features include improved visual clarity via PSSR upscaling and ray-traced shadows
🔒 The CPU limitations on PS5 Pro prevent higher frame rate modes like 60fps or 40fps
☁️ Cloud streaming will be supported via Xbox Cloud Gaming (using Series S settings) and Remote Play
Ahead of GTA 6’s launch next week, Rockstar Games has finally revealed what PS5 Pro enhancements gamers can expect when playing on Sony’s more powerful PlayStation 5 console.
Unfortunately, despite many players’ best wishes, GTA 6 will not run at a higher frame rate on PS5 Pro. There’s no 60fps or 40fps mode, as the game will target 30 frames per second, just like on the standard PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
However, PS5 Pro owners can enjoy improved clarity thanks to PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) and ray-traced shadows, which is only available on PlayStation 5 Pro.
PSSR means the game should run at a higher perceived resolution, as Sony’s upscaling solution has shown it can provide superior image quality without impacting performance.
Still, the PS5 Pro has been in demand with many believing its extra horsepower would lead to higher frame rates. The PlayStation 5 Pro has a more powerful GPU than the standard model, but its CPU is relatively unchanged, hence why the game is likely stuck at 30fps.
Rockstar also shared that Xbox players will be able to play GTA 6 via Xbox Cloud Gaming, though the game will utilize Xbox Series S graphics settings. GTA 6 will also support Remote Play on PlayStation and Xbox, allowing you to stream the game from your home console to the PlayStation Portal or a compatible device.
If you needed a reminder, GTA 6 is available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles on November 19. It costs $79.99 – $10 more than the typical video game price – and a $100 Ultimate Edition is also available.
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