PS5 Pro: Release Date Hinted at Gamescom

Gamescom 2024 buzzed with whispers of 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.

PS5 Pro Dominates Gamescom 2024 Conversations

Developers Adjust Release Plans for the Rumored PS5 Pro

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 have even delayed game launches to coincide with the PS5 Pro's arrival.

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

This corroborates a recent Multiplayer (Italian gaming site) livestream report of a developer delaying a game release to align with the rumored PS5 Pro launch. Palumbo adds, "This isn't the same developer as mentioned by Multiplayer. Furthermore, the studio I spoke with isn't a major one, suggesting widespread PS5 Pro spec access among developers."

Analyst Predicts an Imminent PS5 Pro Release

Further bolstering Palumbo's claims and the Gamescom 2024 developer insights, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X in July that Sony will likely announce the PS5 Pro later this year. Aguilar suggests a possible September 2024 State of Play announcement, emphasizing Sony's need for timely action to avoid impacting current PS5 sales.

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