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

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 Plans Based on Rumored 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, with developers openly discussing the upcoming console. As reported by Alessio Palumbo of Wccftech, some developers have even delayed game releases to coincide with the PS5 Pro's launch.

Palumbo revealed a significant detail: "A developer, who wished to remain anonymous, spontaneously mentioned receiving PS5 Pro specifications and expecting significantly improved Unreal Engine 5 performance compared to the standard PS5."

This corroborates a report from Italian gaming site Multiplayer, which showed a developer delaying a game launch to align with the rumored PS5 Pro release. Palumbo added, "This isn't the same developer as Multiplayer's report. The studio I spoke with is not a major one, indicating that many developers already have access to the PS5 Pro's specs."

Imminent PS5 Pro Release, Analyst Predicts

Adding to the mounting evidence, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X in July that Sony is likely to unveil the PS5 Pro later this year. Aguilar suggested a September 2024 State of Play announcement, to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.

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