PS5 Pro: Fall 2024 Release Teased by Gamescom Devs

Whispers about the PlayStation 5 Pro dominated conversations at Gamescom 2024, with developers and journalists alike sharing insights into the console's potential specifications and release timeframe. This article delves into the buzz surrounding the PS5 Pro, its speculated specs, and the implications for game development.

PS5 Pro: The Gamescom 2024 Buzz

Developer Insights Fuel PS5 Pro Speculation

Anticipation for the PS5 Pro has been building throughout 2024, fueled by earlier leaks. Gamescom 2024 saw this speculation intensify, with developers openly discussing the upcoming console. According to Alessio Palumbo of Wccftech, some developers have even adjusted their release schedules to coincide with the PS5 Pro's launch.

Palumbo reported a conversation with an anonymous developer who, without prompting, revealed having received PS5 Pro specifications. This developer expressed confidence in Unreal Engine 5's significantly enhanced performance on the new hardware compared to the standard PS5.

This corroborates a report from Italian gaming site Multiplayer, which also mentioned a developer delaying a game launch to align with the PS5 Pro's rumored release. Palumbo emphasizes that these are likely different developers, with his source being from a smaller studio, suggesting widespread access to the PS5 Pro's specs among developers.

Analyst Predicts Imminent PS5 Pro Release

Further bolstering the Gamescom 2024 insights, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X (formerly Twitter) in July that Sony is likely to unveil the PS5 Pro later this year. He speculated a September 2024 State of Play announcement as a possibility, emphasizing Sony's need for timely action to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.

This timeline mirrors the PlayStation 4 Pro's 2016 launch, announced on September 7th and released on November 10th. Palumbo suggests that if Sony follows a similar pattern, an official announcement is imminent.