The PlayStation 5 may be a latest generation console, but a large portion of its users still use it to play PS4 titles thanks to backwards compatibility. And for good reason: the catalog is vast, full of classics that we like to revisit with the new capabilities of the console.
But not all gamers know that by changing a few settings, they can significantly improve the graphics quality and fluidity of backwards compatible games. It was on Reddit that an Internet user started the subject with a simple question: “I’m discovering the PS5 Pro, what do I need to know?”
A Reddit discussion that changes everything
Below this post, another user shares a simple but extremely effective tip for getting the most out of PS4 games on PS5. “Make sure ‘Improve picture quality for PS4 games’, ‘Apply VRR to unsupported games’ are enabled, and HDR color is set to ‘Always on’.”
In practical terms, this means that even PS4 titles that didn’t originally support HDR can now benefit from it. “I think I must have enabled these options in my system. The HDR setting allows HDR technology to be applied to PS4 games that were not HDR compatible upon release.”
Other settings related to frame rate and resolution can also be adjusted in the PS5 system menus, depending on the TV or screen being used. And it’s not just for experts. “I’m not an expert user by any means, but I would like to fully exploit the capabilities of this console, especially when paired with the appropriate peripherals.”
Boosted performance on thousands of titles
These settings do not concern a few isolated games, but many thousands of PS4 compatible PS5 titles. Of Red Dead Redemption 2 has Gran Turismopassing through The Last of Us Remasteredthe effect is immediate: enhanced fluidity, sharper images, richer colors.
One user summed it up perfectly: “Great! This is exactly the kind of information I was hoping for. I’ll check to make sure these settings are enabled.” The impact is all the more visible on games which have not received an official PS5 patch but which still benefit from optimized rendering.
A setting to activate upon installation of the PS5 Pro
With the PlayStation 5 Pro now available, these tweaks make even more sense. For those who have just acquired the console or who wish to exploit its full potential, it is recommended to activate these settings from the initial configuration.
One user puts it very simply: “I was just wondering if there is anything new PS5 Pro users should know, change, enable or disable, etc., with their new PS5 Pro?”
Answer: Yes, these settings can transform your gaming experience… without paying a cent more.