The recent launch of the PS5 Pro has generated excitement in the gaming community, featuring enhancements like PSSR, advanced Raytracing, and an upgraded graphics chip. However, not all games have received the necessary updates, with Cyberpunk 2077 notably lacking a PS5 Pro optimization. CD Projekt RED has shifted focus to developing The Witcher 4, indicating no plans for a Cyberpunk update. Despite this, gamers can still benefit from the PS5 Pro’s powerful hardware while anticipating future projects, including Project Orion.
PS5 Pro Release: A New Era for Gaming
In recent weeks, one of the most talked-about events in the gaming community has been the launch of the PS5 Pro. Initially unveiled during a dedicated conference a few months back, this mid-generation console is designed to elevate gaming experiences with enhanced performance. The improvements are centered around three key features: PSSR, advanced Raytracing, and an upgraded graphics chip. However, to fully utilize these enhancements, specific game updates are essential. While many titles on the PS5 have received these updates, not all have followed suit.
Cyberpunk 2077 Lacks PS5 Pro Update
As many PS5 exclusives and popular third-party games, including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, rolled out updates to optimize their performance on the new console, Cyberpunk 2077 remains an exception. Despite being one of the most visually stunning games of this generation, players were eagerly anticipating an update to experience it at its best on the PS5 Pro. Unfortunately, this update is not forthcoming. In a recent tweet, a user inquired about a potential optimization for Cyberpunk 2077 on the PS5 Pro, to which the official CD Projekt account confirmed that there are “no plans regarding a PS5 Pro update.” This news is disappointing for those who invested heavily in the new console, hoping to achieve a PC-like quality in their gaming experience.
While the response may seem disheartening for many fans, it aligns with the current direction of CD Projekt RED. Following significant improvements to Cyberpunk 2077 through the 2.0 update and the successful release of the DLC Phantom Liberty, the studio announced last May that their focus has shifted entirely to the development of The Witcher 4. Although details about this highly anticipated title remain scarce, knowing that it is the studio’s top priority is encouraging. The lack of resources to create a PS5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077 reinforces this commitment. However, players can still enjoy enhanced performance on the PS5 Pro, thanks to the console’s robust hardware. Additionally, work on a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, codenamed Project Orion, is underway, although updates on that front may take some time.
As CD Projekt RED looks beyond Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, the excitement for what’s next is palpable. With a focus on future projects, including Project Orion, gamers are left wondering what innovations and enhancements might be in store. The journey continues, and fans of the franchise can look forward to what lies ahead!