Codemasters has recently released an update for F1 24 that enhances the visual quality on the PlayStation 5 Pro. This update includes ray tracing upgrades and integrates the machine’s PSSR upscaling technology. The base PS5 already has impressive features, such as support for 120fps gaming, but the Pro version offers a range of enhancements for each mode. There is also a new ‘resolution’ mode that is unlocked when the Pro is connected to an 8K screen.
The ray tracing upgrades on the PS5 Pro are substantial. With a more capable GPU and increased memory speeds, the Pro version can now include three RT features during gameplay, all while maintaining a smooth 60 frames per second. These features include ray traced reflections, ambient occlusion, and dynamic diffuse global illumination. The reflections on the Pro version are more true-to-life, factoring in the way light hits different surfaces.
In addition to ray tracing, the PS5 Pro utilizes Sony’s machine learning-driven PlayStation Spectral Resolution (PSSR) to maintain image quality. The native resolution is adjusted to a range of 1440p to 1080p, always adapting based on rendering load and ray tracing demands. Despite the lower base resolution, the PSSR reconstruction comes close to the base PS5’s native 1800p-4K image, with some limitations on fine sub-pixel details in motion.
When it comes to frame rates, the PS5 Pro maintains a 60fps lock in quality mode, even with the addition of ray tracing. The 120Hz performance mode offers a stable 4K resolution at 120 frames per second, using temporal anti-aliasing upsampling. The reflections in this mode are achieved through planar reflections and track surface texturing, resulting in a realistic presentation without ray tracing.
Overall, Codemasters has done an impressive job of utilizing the features available on the PS5 Pro to enhance the visual quality of F1 24. By focusing on key ray tracing technologies during gameplay and utilizing PSSR for image reconstruction, the game maintains a high level of detail and smooth frame rates. The 8K resolution mode also provides a sharp image, demonstrating the potential of the PS5 Pro’s capabilities. This update serves as a solid early showcase for the Pro version, showcasing the power of the console and what it can deliver in terms of visual fidelity.