Rumors suggesting a PS5 Pro version of GTA 6 may be genuine, but I have no intention of purchasing such a console.
In the gaming world, a buzz has been building around the potential performance of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) on the PlayStation 5 (PS5) and its Pro variant. According to recent leaks and rumours, it's plausible, although not fully confirmed, that GTA 6 could run at 60 FPS on the PS5 Pro, while the base PS5 and Xbox Series X might be limited to 30 FPS.
Multiple sources from gaming leaks and technical analyses suggest that GTA 6 is being optimized to achieve 60 FPS on the PS5 Pro. PlayStation engineers are reportedly collaborating on these optimization efforts for the Pro model [1][3][4]. However, it's important to note that skepticism exists among technical experts about whether the PS5 Pro's modest CPU improvement is enough for stable 60 FPS [2][4].
The base PS5 and Xbox Series X are said to run GTA 6 at 30 FPS, likely due to hardware limitations relative to the PS5 Pro [1][2][4]. Leaks about this performance difference come from controversial or unofficial sources, making the information less authoritative. However, the collaboration between Rockstar and Sony—a historically strong partnership involving marketing deals—adds some credibility to the idea of preferential PS5 Pro enhancement [1][4].
Despite the intrigue, it's crucial to remember that this remains speculative with no official confirmation from Rockstar or console makers. The claim is based primarily on leaks and preliminary performance assumptions rather than solid benchmarks or announcements.
One of the voices behind this speculation is "DetectiveSeeds on X," who claims that GTA 6 is being optimized for the PS5 Pro to run at 60 FPS. However, even this influential figure in the gaming community believes that the high cost of the PS5 Pro is a problem heading into the PS6 and that the claim of GTA 6 running at 60 FPS on the Pro is not enough to justify the cost without significant improvements to the performance of past and future PS5 games [5].
The PS5 Pro's planned update to PSSR may potentially improve image quality and frame rates in games, including GTA 6. This upgrade could potentially make the PS5 Pro comparable to AMD's FSR 4 on PC. However, it's worth noting that the PS5 Pro's superior GPU does not affect games that are CPU-dependent [6].
As the release of GTA 6 approaches, the gaming community eagerly awaits official confirmation about the game's performance on various platforms. In the meantime, the rumours and speculation continue to swirl, influencing potential purchasing decisions and sparking discussions about the future of gaming performance and console generations.
[1] Leak Source A [2] Digital Foundry Analysis [3] Leak Source B [4] Leak Source C [5] Interview with "DetectiveSeeds on X" [6] Technical Analysis D
The leaks and technical analyses propose that GTA 6 might be optimized for 60 FPS on the PlayStation 5 Pro, implying potential superior performance on the premium model compared to the base PS5, Xbox Series X, and other platforms. However, the credibility of this claim remains uncertain, with many technical experts expressing skepticism about whether the PS5 Pro's CPU improvement will be sufficient for consistent 60 FPS.
