CD Projekt Red has detailed a new PlayStation 5 Pro update for Cyberpunk 2077, set to roll out on April 8 as a free upgrade for players. The update focuses on taking advantage of the enhanced hardware, introducing improved visuals, higher performance targets, and expanded ray tracing features.
At the core of the update is support for 4K output alongside PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, an AI-driven upscaling technology designed to sharpen image quality across the game. According to the developer, this allows the dense environments of Night City to appear more detailed, with improved clarity across characters, vehicles, and environmental elements.
Lighting also receives a substantial overhaul through upgraded ray tracing. The update introduces support for BVH8, enabling more advanced handling of lighting, shadows, and reflections. This results in more dynamic illumination throughout the city, particularly in scenes where neon lighting and changing times of day play a key role in the game’s visual identity.
Players will have access to three distinct graphical modes on PS5 Pro. The Ray Tracing Pro mode delivers the most visually intensive experience, enabling a full suite of ray tracing features while targeting 40 FPS on variable refresh rate displays or 30 FPS on standard screens. Performance mode prioritizes smoother gameplay, reaching up to 90 FPS on VRR-enabled displays while maintaining strong image quality. Meanwhile, the standard Ray Tracing mode aims for a balance between the two, offering select ray tracing enhancements at a steady 60 FPS.
The update arrives as Cyberpunk 2077 continues to be available through the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers, allowing PS5 Pro owners to access the enhanced version without additional cost if they are already subscribed.
With this update, CD Projekt Red is positioning Cyberpunk 2077 to better utilize Sony’s latest hardware, offering players more flexibility in how they experience Night City, whether prioritizing visual fidelity or smoother performance.
