PS5 Pro Launch: Performance Boosts Marred by Common Glitches in Popular Titles

The latest iteration of the PlayStation 5, priced at $700, promises significant performance enhancements for a variety of titles, including God of War: Ragnarok and Baldur's Gate 3. However, users have reported several issues affecting their gaming experience, particularly with titles like Silent Hill 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.

The newly launched remake of Silent Hill 2 has garnered numerous complaints, with gamers pointing out that neither Bloober Team nor Konami has addressed the graphical glitches that manifest as a shimmering or flickering effect. One user expressed their immediate concern on social media, stating that the distracting visuals made the game unplayable in its current state.

Others have echoed similar sentiments regarding the shimmering problem. One player remarked on their appreciation for the PS5 Pro's overall performance, yet highlighted an inconsistency across certain titles. They specifically mentioned Black Ops 6, initially suspecting a hardware malfunction but soon realizing many others were experiencing the same concern, as seen in various online posts.

Additionally, several other games, including Spider-Man 2, Stellar Blade, and Alan Wake 2, have also been pointed out by fellow gamers as suffering from this shimmering issue. Meanwhile, Digital Foundry has flagged serious image quality problems in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, noting that interactions involving elements such as foliage and ray tracing lead to a degraded visual experience, creating issues that make the Pro version hard to endorse.

The PS5 Pro made its debut on November 7 as part of Sony's mid-generation hardware updates. Over 50 games received specific updates for the PS5 Pro at launch, yet, with titles like Alan Wake 2 and Black Ops 6 cited in various complaints, players may wish to approach this upgrade with caution.

A review of the PS5 Pro provided a moderate score, commending the console's notable improvements in performance and graphics for supported games. However, at a steep price, prospective buyers are urged to carefully evaluate whether the enhancements justify the investment.