PS5 Pro Might Be Coming In Late 2024, Gamescom Devs Reveal

Gamescom 2024 buzzed with whispers of the PlayStation 5 Pro, its potential specifications fueling speculation among developers and journalists. This article delves into the PS5 Pro rumors, potential specs, and the discussions surrounding its release.

PS5 Pro Dominates Gamescom 2024 Conversations

Developers Adjust Release Plans for the PS5 Pro

Anticipation for the PlayStation 5 Pro has been building throughout 2024, fueled by earlier leaks. Gamescom 2024 amplified this excitement, with developers openly discussing the upcoming console. According to Alessio Palumbo of Wccftech, some have even shifted their game release dates to coincide with the PS5 Pro's launch.

Palumbo reported a significant detail: "A developer, who wished to remain anonymous, spontaneously mentioned receiving the PS5 Pro's specifications and 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 detailed a developer delaying their game's release to align with the rumored PS5 Pro launch. Palumbo added, "This isn't the same developer as the one Multiplayer 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 later this year. Aguilar suggested a possible announcement during a rumored September 2024 State of Play, highlighting Sony's need for timely action to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.

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