PlayStation 5 Pro: Rumored Release Date Emerges

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 date. This article summarizes the key takeaways from these discussions.

PS5 Pro: The Gamescom 2024 Buzz

Developer Preparations for the PS5 Pro

Speculation surrounding the PS5 Pro intensified at Gamescom 2024. Developers openly discussed the upcoming console, with some even delaying game launches to coincide with its arrival, according to Alessio Palumbo of Wccftech.

Palumbo reported a conversation with an anonymous developer who, unprompted, revealed access to the PS5 Pro's specifications and predicted significantly improved Unreal Engine 5 performance compared to the standard PS5.

This corroborates a report from Multiplayer, an Italian gaming website, which mentioned a developer delaying a game release to align with the rumored PS5 Pro launch. Palumbo emphasized that these were separate developers, with the one he spoke to representing a smaller studio, suggesting widespread access to the PS5 Pro's specs among developers.

Analyst Predicts Imminent PS5 Pro Release

Adding credence to the Gamescom buzz, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X (formerly Twitter) in July that Sony would likely announce the PS5 Pro later in 2024. He speculated a September 2024 State of Play announcement, emphasizing the need for a timely release to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.

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