"Diablo IV" will be the first Blizzard title to receive the "PS5 Pro Enhanced" label, according to information confirmed by Rod Fergusson, head of the franchise. The optimized update for the PS5 Pro, arriving in stores in November, promises specific improvements for the new hardware. Fergusson, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), guaranteed that "Diablo IV" and its expansion "Vessel of Hatred" will receive significant improvements for the new console. The developer has not yet released all the details about the enhancements.
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Although Blizzard hasn't revealed the exact aspects it will optimize, the game is expected to take advantage of the PS5 Pro's enhanced GPU, offering more stable performance and higher native resolution graphics. The release of "Vessel of Hatred," scheduled for October 8th, promises to expand the game experience with a new class, a brand new region, and gameplay adjustments.
What can we expect from the improvements in the PS5 Pro?
Blizzard, which has already optimized the PC version of "Diablo IV," has yet to confirm which specific features it will introduce on the PS5 Pro.
Furthermore, it's possible that the game will adopt Ray Tracing on the PS5 Pro, an advanced graphics feature that significantly enhances lighting and reflections in real time. However, this implementation could pose a challenge for Blizzard, considering that the technology is demanding even for the most powerful machines. If confirmed, this addition could provide an even more immersive visual experience, placing the player in a breathtaking virtual environment.
The PS5 Pro Enhanced label and the future of optimized gaming
The “PS5 Pro Enhanced” label indicates that the game has been optimized to take advantage of the capabilities of Sony's new console. According to the company, the goal is to release between 40 and 50 titles with this label at the time of the PS5 Pro launch, but not all of them will necessarily achieve 60 FPS with cutting-edge graphics. In some cases, other improvements will be prioritized, such as faster loading times and improved controller responsiveness.
The arrival of the “PS5 Pro Enhanced” label opens a new chapter in the console era, offering players an even more enhanced experience. In the case of “Diablo IV”, this optimization can result in smoother and visually richer gameplay, especially with the release of the “Vessel of Hatred” expansion, which brings a series of new features to the action RPG universe.
The future of the Diablo franchise
While Blizzard prepares for the release of the "Vessel of Hatred" expansion and optimizes "Diablo IV" for the PS5 Pro, the franchise continues to evolve. The expansion, scheduled for October, will bring a new class, introduce mercenaries, make important gameplay adjustments, and allow players to explore a new region. With this, the developer seeks to keep its fanbase engaged, offering new challenges and experiences within the dark universe of "Diablo".
