Night City is getting a major upgrade with Cyberpunk 2077’s free PlayStation 5 Pro update, bringing high-end visuals, advanced ray tracing, and optimized performance to the futuristic action RPG. CD Projekt RED has designed this update to fully leverage the PS5 Pro’s cutting-edge hardware, ensuring that every detail of the city—from neon-lit streets to high-tech vehicles—is more immersive than ever. With the game already available in the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, PS5 Pro owners can immediately experience the enhanced version of Cyberpunk 2077 and dive back into the world of cyberpunk legends.

PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution Elevates Visuals

The PS5 Pro update introduces PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), an AI-powered upscaling system that analyzes and enhances each pixel individually. The result is breathtaking detail across Night City, whether it’s a supercharged sports car cruising through the streets, a thermal katana in combat, or the various NPCs populating the city. PSSR ensures that every frame is sharp, making the city feel alive and more vibrant than ever before.

Ray Tracing Enhancements for True-to-Life Night City

Lighting is central to Cyberpunk 2077’s signature aesthetic, and the PS5 Pro update takes it to the next level with BVH8 ray-tracing support. Shadows, reflections, ambient occlusion, and emissive lighting are all enhanced, bringing the environment closer to CD Projekt RED’s original artistic vision. Players will notice the glow of neon signs reflecting off rain-slicked streets and sunlight glinting off vehicles like the Yaiba Kusanagi CT-3X, dramatically improving immersion.

Flexible Gameplay Modes

CD Projekt RED has introduced three PS5 Pro modes to suit different playstyles. Ray Tracing Pro enables all available ray-tracing effects while targeting 40 frames per second on VRR-enabled displays, or 30 FPS otherwise. Performance Mode focuses on high frame rates, reaching up to 90 FPS on VRR displays without sacrificing image quality. Finally, Ray Tracing Mode balances visual fidelity and performance with selective ray tracing while maintaining a smooth 60 FPS experience. This flexibility ensures every player can tailor Cyberpunk 2077 to their preferences.

Welcoming New and Returning Players

The PS5 Pro update coincides with Cyberpunk 2077’s availability on PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium, giving new players the chance to explore Night City for free. With enhanced visuals, improved performance, and multiple modes, the update provides both returning players and newcomers a reason to re-enter the dystopian cityscape and pursue their cyberpunk legend.