Gamescom 2024 buzzed with whispers about the PlayStation 5 Pro, its potential specifications fueling speculation among developers and journalists. This article explores the PS5 Pro rumors, potential specs, and the discussions surrounding its release.
PlayStation 5 Pro Dominates Gamescom 2024 Conversations
Developers Adjust Release Plans Based on Alleged PS5 Pro Launch
Anticipation for the PS5 Pro has been building throughout 2024, fueled by earlier leaks. Gamescom 2024 saw this excitement reach fever pitch as developers openly discussed the console. According to Alessio Palumbo of Wccftech, some developers have even delayed game releases to coincide with the PS5 Pro's launch.
Palumbo reported a particularly interesting anecdote: "A developer, who wished to remain anonymous, spontaneously mentioned receiving the PS5 Pro's specifications and expressed confidence in Unreal Engine 5's vastly improved performance on the new hardware compared to the standard PS5."
This corroborates a Multiplayer.it live stream report detailing 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.it mentioned. Furthermore, the studio I spoke with is not a major player, suggesting widespread access to the PS5 Pro's specifications among developers."
Analyst Predicts Imminent PS5 Pro Release
Adding further credence to Palumbo's findings and the Gamescom 2024 developer insights, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X in July that Sony is likely to announce the PS5 Pro before year's end. Aguilar suggested a September 2024 State of Play announcement, emphasizing the need for a timely release to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.
This timeline mirrors the PlayStation 4 Pro's 2016 launch, announced September 7th and released November 10th. Palumbo notes that if Sony follows a similar pattern, "an official announcement seems imminent."
