PS5 Pro confirmed? Sony's anniversary artwork reveals mystery console
PlayStation fans are abuzz with speculation after Sony's recent announcement celebrating the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation brand. A seemingly innocuous detail within the marketing materials has ignited a firestorm of rumors surrounding the "PS5 Pro" console. Eagle-eyed observers have noticed a mysterious silhouette nestled between the "S" of the PlayStation logo and the "3" of 30th in the anniversary artwork. The console depicted bears a resemblance to a PS5 but does not match any existing or previous PlayStation models.
PS5 Pro's design closely matches leaked rendering
The console image in Sony's promotional material closely aligns with a leaked rendering of the potential PS5 Pro from late August. Both images showcase a bulkier and more angular version of the current PS5 console, with three lines across its body. However, it's important to note that Sony has not officially confirmed this as the PS5 Pro design. Despite the lack of official confirmation, these similarities are fueling speculation about the new hardware's launch.
PS5 Pro's launch could coincide with PlayStation's 30th anniversary
The actual 30th anniversary of PlayStation falls on December 3, a date that some believe could mark the launch of the new console. This speculation aligns with rumors from earlier this year, suggesting that the PS5 Pro version would be released in time for holiday shopping. However, Sony may reveal this next-generation gaming console on or before September 26, at the Tokyo Game Show in Japan.
What to expect from PS5 Pro
The PS5 Pro will boast a more powerful GPU for improved ray tracing, a faster CPU, and an additional 1.2GB of system memory. Its unique machine learning architecture will enable Sony's upscaling solution, enhancing frame rates and image quality. Sony expects game developers to create unified game packages compatible with both PS5 and PS5 Pro. This will allow existing games to benefit from the Pro's upgraded features. The PS5 Pro could potentially be the first console capable of 8K gaming.
Sony's 30th anniversary celebration plans revealed
Sony has announced its plans to celebrate PlayStation's 30th anniversary from October to January. The company will release digital soundtracks from popular games like God of War, God of War II, God of War: Ghost of Sparta, Twisted Metal, Starhawk and Unit 13 on Spotify for the first time. Additionally, a special event aimed at introducing new players to the Gran Turismo franchise is planned.
