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

Gamescom 2024 Whispers of a PlayStation 5 Pro Launch in Late 2024

The gaming world is abuzz with speculation regarding the PlayStation 5 Pro, fueled by whispers from Gamescom 2024. Developers and journalists alike have been sharing insights into the console's potential specifications and release timeline. Let's delve into the details surrounding this highly anticipated upgrade.

Developer Discussions at Gamescom 2024 Hint at PS5 Pro Release

Rumors of a PS5 Pro have been circulating throughout 2024, but Gamescom 2024 marked a turning point. Multiple developers, including some who chose to remain anonymous, openly discussed the upcoming console. According to Alessio Palumbo of Wccftech, several developers have even adjusted their game release schedules to coincide with the PS5 Pro's launch.

One anonymous developer, as reported by Palumbo, confirmed receiving the PS5 Pro's specifications and expressed confidence in Unreal Engine 5's enhanced performance on the new hardware compared to the standard PS5. This corroborates a similar report from Multiplayer, an Italian gaming website, which also mentioned a developer delaying a game launch to align with the rumored PS5 Pro release. Palumbo emphasizes that these are likely different developers, and the studio he spoke with is not a major player, suggesting widespread access to the PS5 Pro's specs within the development community.

Analyst Prediction Supports Imminent PS5 Pro Announcement

Adding further credence to the Gamescom buzz, analyst William R. Aguilar hinted on X (formerly Twitter) in July that Sony is likely to unveil the PS5 Pro later this year. He speculated a September 2024 State of Play announcement, suggesting Sony needs to act swiftly to avoid impacting current PS5 sales. This timeline mirrors the PlayStation 4 Pro's release in 2016, announced on September 7th and launched just two months later. Palumbo notes that if Sony follows a similar pattern, an official announcement is imminent.