Sony has rolled out an upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for PS5 Pro owners. The AI-driven upscaling tech now uses a reworked neural network and algorithm that analyzes images pixel by pixel, delivering sharper visuals without sacrificing frame rates. More than 50 PS5 Pro titles already support PSSR, but this iteration refines how the system handles complex textures and fine details.
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Resident Evil Requiem debuts the upgraded tech
Resident Evil Requiem launches today as the first game built around the new PSSR. Capcom's Masaru Ijuin detailed how the team leveraged an upgraded RE Engine to render individual hair and beard strands as polygons. Each strand reacts to motion and wind independently, and lighting interacts dynamically with overlapping layers.
Upscaling hair and fine textures typically introduces artifacts or blur, but the revised PSSR handles these elements cleanly. Capcom noted that the result is a more immersive horror atmosphere, where small visual details remain crisp even during fast movement or shifting camera angles.
Built on Sony and AMD's Project Amethyst
The updated PSSR comes from Project Amethyst, a joint effort between Sony and AMD. The system adapts AMD's FSR 4 upscaling, which is used in PC gaming, but Sony spent an additional six months tuning it specifically for PS5 Pro hardware. Console players now get AI upscaling that matches or exceeds what's available on high-end gaming rigs.
March update brings the feature to existing games
Sony will release a system software update in March that adds an "Enhance PSSR Image Quality" toggle in Settings. Once enabled, supported PS5 Pro titles will automatically use the upgraded upscaling. Several existing games are expected to receive patches that unlock the new tech, giving players sharper graphics across their library without requiring new hardware.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is PSSR on PS5 Pro?
PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) is an AI upscaling system that analyzes game images pixel by pixel, boosting resolution and visual clarity while keeping performance stable.
Which games support the upgraded PSSR right now?
Resident Evil Requiem is the first game to ship with the upgraded PSSR. Sony plans to patch multiple existing PS5 Pro titles in March to enable the new system.
How do I turn on the new PSSR on PS5 Pro?
After installing the March system software update, you can enable the upgraded PSSR by toggling "Enhance PSSR Image Quality" in the Settings menu.
Does the upgraded PSSR hurt frame rates?
The updated system maintains frame rate stability while improving image quality, so games run smoothly with enhanced visuals.
Can I use the PSSR upgrade on a standard PS5?
No. The upgraded PSSR is optimized specifically for PS5 Pro hardware and isn't available on the base PS5.
What tech powers the new PSSR?
The upgraded PSSR is the result of Sony's Project Amethyst partnership with AMD. It builds on AMD's FSR 4 upscaling technology used in PC gaming.
