PS5 Pro Rumors Surface at Gamescom

Gamescom 2024 buzzed with whispers of the PlayStation 5 Pro, its potential specifications fueling speculation among developers and journalists. Let's delve into the details surrounding the PS5 Pro's rumored release, specs, and the conversations surrounding it.

PS5 Pro Dominated Gamescom 2024 Discussions

Developers Adjust Release Plans for the Anticipated PS5 Pro

The anticipation surrounding the PlayStation 5 Pro, fueled by earlier leaks, reached fever pitch at Gamescom 2024. Developers openly discussed the upcoming console, with some even delaying game releases to coincide with its launch, according to Wccftech's Alessio Palumbo.

Palumbo revealed a key anecdote: "A developer, who wished to remain anonymous, spontaneously mentioned receiving PS5 Pro specifications and expressed confidence in Unreal Engine 5's significantly improved performance on the new hardware compared to the standard PS5."

This corroborates a Multiplayer.it live stream report of a developer delaying a game launch to align with the rumored PS5 Pro release. Palumbo added, "This isn't the same developer as the one Multiplayer mentioned. The studio I spoke with is not a major player, suggesting widespread access to PS5 Pro specs among developers."

Imminent PS5 Pro Release, Analyst Predicts

Further solidifying Palumbo's findings and the Gamescom 2024 developer insights, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X (formerly Twitter) in July that Sony would likely announce the PS5 Pro later this year. He speculated a September 2024 State of Play announcement, suggesting Sony needs to act swiftly to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.

This aligns with the PlayStation 4 Pro's 2016 release, announced September 7th and launched November 10th. Palumbo notes that if Sony follows a similar pattern, "an official announcement seems imminent."