“Diablo IV” will be the first Blizzard title to receive the “PS5 Pro Enhanced” seal, according to information confirmed by Rod Fergusson, head of the franchise. The update optimized for the PS5 Pro, which hits stores in November, promises to bring specific improvements to the new hardware. Fergusson, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), assured 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 improvements.
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Although Blizzard has not revealed the exact aspects it will optimize, the game is expected to take advantage of the potential of the PS5 Pro's improved GPU, offering more stable performance and higher native resolution images. The debut of “Vessel of Hatred”, scheduled for October 8, promises to expand the game experience with a new class, new region and gameplay adjustments.
What to expect from the PS5 Pro improvements?
Blizzard, which has already optimized the version of “Diablo IV” for PC, has not yet confirmed which specific features it will introduce on the PS5 Pro.
Furthermore, it is possible that the game will adopt Ray Tracing on PS5 Pro, an advanced graphics feature that significantly improves lighting and reflections in real time. However, this implementation could pose a challenge for Blizzard, considering the technology is demanding on even 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 badge and the future of optimized games
The “PS5 Pro Enhanced” seal indicates that the game has been optimized to take advantage of the capabilities of Sony's new console. According to the company, the objective is to launch between 40 and 50 titles with this seal at the time of the launch of the PS5 Pro, but not all of them will necessarily reach 60 FPS with cutting-edge graphics. In some cases, other improvements will be prioritized, such as faster loading times and improved control response.
The arrival of the “PS5 Pro Enhanced” seal opens a new chapter in the console era, offering players an even more enhanced experience. In the case of “Diablo IV”, this optimization could result in more fluid and visually rich gameplay, especially with the debut of the “Vessel of Hatred” expansion, which brings a series of new features to the action RPG universe.
The future of the Diablo franchise
As Blizzard prepares the launch 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 the fan base engaged, offering new challenges and experiences within the dark universe of “Diablo”.
