The new PS5 Pro It has already sparked heated debate: While many consumers criticize the console's high price, some developers in the industry are calling it a groundbreaking technological innovation. The AI-based upscaling system, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), is generating particular enthusiasm – a feature that, according to Simon Jordan of Frontier Developments, the studio behind the console, Planet Coaster 2, true game changer could be.
AI technology will change everything.
Simon Jordan, technical director at Frontier, revealed in an interview with GamingBolt Impressed: "Sony has succeeded in creating a true console innovation with AI-powered upscaling. We are witnessing how the gaming landscape is changing through AI and specialized hardware." His enthusiasm for the potential of this technology is palpable. He sees PSSR as a step towards a new era of console innovation that could change not only the visuals but also the way games are developed.
The PS5 Pro's AI upscaling could allow developers to enhance visual details in real time without significantly impacting processing power. According to Jordan, this means developers can create more detailed and realistic graphical elements in games, promising a more immersive gaming experience. “The PS5 Pro’s advanced GPU allows us to truly push the boundaries and set new standards in game development,” he continued. “For developers working at the intersection of console and PC gaming, it’s essential to always be at the cutting edge of technology.”
PSSR could become the foundation of a new generation
The developers' enthusiasm is palpable, and the PS5 Pro could indeed have the potential to set new standards for console gaming. Even if the purchase price seems daunting to some, the console, with features like PSSR, could lay the foundation for a new generation of games that are not only better looking but also technically impressive.
In my own project – Planet Coaster 2 However, these improvements are barely noticeable so far. The theme park builder runs a bit smoother, offers a consistent 4K resolution at a higher frame rate, and objects and structures can be drawn somewhat faster. You can find some impressions of the game in our [article/review/etc.]. Review of Planet Coaster 2.
