Naughty Dog just dropped some big updates for The Last of Us Part 1 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, and guess what? They’re both getting that sweet PS5 Pro support ahead of the console's launch next month.
So, what’s the hype all about?
PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) Magic
PS5 Pro is rolling out with an AI-powered feature called PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). Sounds fancy, right? Basically, it automatically improves the image quality of games. But games that are PS5 Pro Enhanced—like The Last of Us—take it to another level.
Pro Mode – 1440p to 4K at 60fps
Both Part 1 and Part 2 Remastered now have a Pro mode. It renders at 1440p, then upscales to 4K using PSSR, all while targeting 60fps. And if you’ve got a PS5 Pro and a compatible display, you're in for a smoother ride with this new mode.
Performance and Fidelity modes are still there for those who want to mess with different settings, and Naughty Dog claims they’re now “smoother” compared to the base PS5. But here’s the kicker: they didn’t really confirm the actual framerates for these modes. Suspense, much?
The Last of Us Part 1 Update 2.00 Patch Highlights
Here’s what you get with Update 2.00:
- New Pro mode with 1440p upscaling to 4K at 60fps
- Performance and Fidelity modes improved for smoother gameplay
- Fixed various gameplay issues (like swimming speed and Ellie not following Bill properly)
Accessibility Wins
Naughty Dog added even more Accessibility support for the PS5 console settings. Plus, they fixed a couple of in-game glitches, like the one in Pittsburgh where the generator could be pinged before you were supposed to find it. Cheaters never prosper 😏.
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered Update 1.2.0 – What’s New?
Much like Part 1, Part 2 Remastered gets the same Pro mode treatment with 1440p rendering upscaled to 4K, aiming for that crisp 60fps. Plus, you get the same performance and fidelity upgrades.
What else did they fix?
- Some trophies were broken after importing PS4 save data – that’s now sorted.
- Abby's torso randomly disappearing? Yeah, that’s fixed too. Creepy.
Performance & Visuals: The Best of Both Worlds
Remember the old days of choosing between Fidelity mode (better resolution at lower framerates) and Performance mode (higher framerates but less graphical magic)? Well, the PS5 Pro says, “Why not both?”
You get 4K resolution at 60fps without having to pick one over the other. As Naughty Dog's tech head Travis McIntosh put it, “It makes it so we don’t have to compromise.” And who likes compromises, anyway?
Other Games Jumping on the PS5 Pro Bandwagon
The Last of Us isn’t the only game getting a PS5 Pro upgrade. Blizzard’s Diablo 4, God of War Ragnarok, and Alan Wake 2 have already jumped in with their own updates, with more than 70 games confirmed to be PS5 Pro Enhanced so far.
Final Thoughts
Naughty Dog is seriously leveling up the Last of Us experience with these PS5 Pro updates. Whether you’re in it for the performance boost, the visuals, or just want to replay the game at its best, these patches deliver.
Get ready for that PS5 Pro, because things are about to get epic.
PS5 Pro Enhanced Features Recap:
- New Pro mode: 1440p to 4K upscaled with PSSR, 60fps
- Smoother Performance and Fidelity modes
- No more choosing between high fidelity and performance
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