CD Projekt Red has announced that it will release updated PlayStation 5 pro enhancements to Cyberpunk 2077 on April 8. The update will feature improved 4K visuals, powered-up performance, and advanced ray tracing.
PlayStation initially released the updated version of PSSR alongside Resident Evil Requiem. It overall allows the PlayStation 5 Pro to benefit from higher resolution and frame rate, with very few compromises. According to a PlayStation Blog post, the new update to Cyberpunk 2077 will utilize the updated PSSR to improve ray-tracing and create new options for quality and performance. Kuba Knapik from CD Projekt Red stated the following about the additions:
“Ray Tracing Pro enables all available ray tracing enhancements, delivering the most visually advanced version of Cyberpunk 2077 on PS5 Pro. This includes ray-traced reflections, ambient occlusion, skylight, shadows, and emissive lighting, all active while Cyberpunk 2077 targets 40 frames per second on variable refresh rate-enabled displays or 30 frames per second otherwise.
On the other end of the spectrum, Performance mode focuses on delivering the highest possible frame rate for fast and fluid gameplay. On displays with VRR, Cyberpunk 2077 on PS5 Pro reaches up to 90 frames per second while maintaining high image fidelity. And finally, for those seeking the best of both, we designed Ray Tracing mode as the sweet spot between visuals and performance. It features select ray tracing enhancements while maintaining a smooth 60 frames per second, meaning improvements across the board.”
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Mac, and PC. CD Projekt Red is currently working on a Cyberpunk sequel. Recently, we interviewed actress Erica Lindbeck for her role as Misty in Cyberpunk 2077, as well as her recent performance in Marathon, and the joy she’s found in being a voice actress.
