Sony confirmed that 007: First Light will fully support PS5 Pro enhancements, giving players multiple ways to experience the game. Quality Mode targets 60 FPS, delivering smoother action sequences without sacrificing performance. Advanced ray tracing improves reflections, shadows, and lighting, while PlayStation’s Spectral Super Resolution boosts clarity for crisp visuals on 4K displays.

These upgrades suggest that the game is being optimized specifically for the Pro model rather than just receiving a visual boost. IO Interactive is expected to reveal more details soon, including how performance and quality modes will differ across platforms.

Ghost of Yōtei: Preload, Review Embargo, and PS5 Pro Enhancements

Preorders for Ghost of Yōtei’s limited-edition merchandise—including PS5 Pro console covers—sold out in minutes, but there’s still more news ahead. Sony confirmed that review copies are out, with the embargo lifting on September 25 at 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT. Players can also start preloading on September 25, with the file size coming in at roughly 85 GB.

Sucker Punch previously teased that the game would feature PS5 Pro enhancements, though exact details remain under wraps. With reviewers already playing, September 25 will likely be the first chance to see how the game performs with higher resolutions, improved frame rates, and potential graphical upgrades.

Silksong’s Launch Surge Highlights Importance of Technical Optimization

Hollow Knight: Silksong finally launched on September 4, and the release was so massive it crashed multiple digital storefronts. Steam, the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, and Nintendo eShop all went down temporarily due to overwhelming demand. At its peak, the game hit over 535,000 concurrent players on Steam, setting a record for a single-player launch in 2025.

The surge around Silksong reflects a growing trend: when major releases land, players now expect seamless delivery and technical optimization. For PS5 owners, this raises expectations around PS5 Pro enhancements, especially for upcoming blockbuster launches where higher resolutions and better frame pacing could make a noticeable difference.

MGS Delta, Marvel Tokon, and Helldivers 2 Drive the Conversation

The last few weeks have also brought big updates across several titles:

  • Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater — Konami reported 1 million day-one sales, showing strong demand for remakes and hinting that future updates may lean on PS5 Pro enhancements to sustain momentum.

  • Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls — The closed beta went live this week, and Sony lifted gameplay-sharing restrictions. Players can now stream, record, and showcase gameplay ahead of the official release.

  • Helldivers 2 vs Gears of War Reloaded — According to Alinea Analytics, Helldivers 2 sold nearly 926K units on Xbox, compared to Gears of War Reloaded’s 259K on PS5. This gap could push developers to prioritize Pro-level optimizations for cross-platform success.

Each of these titles demonstrates how performance enhancements are becoming a bigger selling point, especially for players looking to maximize their experience on upgraded hardware.