New details about the PS5 Pro have emerged, with an announcement expected later this month. A recent leak reveals the PS5 Pro will be slightly bigger than the PS5 Slim and feature three black stripes across the faceplate. As part of Sony’s 30th anniversary celebration for the original PlayStation, the company subtly confirmed this design.
PS5 Pro’s design confirmed in artwork
Sony’s 30th Anniversary poster includes faint images of various PlayStation hardware and accessories. Upon closer inspection, a zoomed-in image shows the leaked PS5 Pro, complete with the three black stripes. This inclusion suggests an official announcement is imminent, with the device expected to launch in November.
The cost and disc drive dilemma
The leak also indicates the PS5 Pro may not include a built-in disc drive. Similar to the PS5 Slim, the disc drive will likely be sold separately. While this could lower costs for digital gamers, those who prefer physical games will need to pay extra.
Performance boost for Unreal Engine 5 games
On the bright side, reports suggest the PS5 Pro will be much better suited for handling Unreal Engine 5 games compared to the regular PS5, making it an exciting prospect for PlayStation fans.
Expect more information at Sony’s PlayStation State of Play event, rumored to happen next week.