Bungie’s highly anticipated new game, Marathon, is poised to become a major showcase for Sony’s next-generation console. According to an official announcement, the game will push the limits of Marathon PS5 Pro performance, utilizing the console’s new PSSR upscaling technology to process visuals at an internal 5K resolution.
How Marathon Showcases PS5 Pro Performance
Marathon, the first new IP in years from Bungie, the acclaimed studio behind the Destiny series and the iconic Halo, has been a topic of discussion due to delays and controversies. However, its release will be significant not only for Bungie fans but also for future PlayStation 5 Pro owners. Information on PlayStation’s official website confirms that Marathon will be released as a “PS5 Pro Enhanced” title.
The most striking aspect of this enhancement is the technology involved. The description states, “PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), Enhanced for PS5 Pro, blends 5K internal processing into a clean and stable 4K image, ensuring your runner’s vision remains sharp even in the most intense moments of action.”
This makes Marathon potentially the first competitive PS5 Pro game to run at an internal 5K resolution. While not entirely surprising given the console’s hardware power and the game’s moderate PC system requirements, it stands out as a significant technological demonstration. However, this choice also introduces a new debate within the gaming community.
High Resolution vs. High Frame Rate: The Debate
In a fast-paced and competitive shooter like Marathon, high frame rates (FPS) are often preferred over the sharpest image quality. Therefore, many players might have found it more appealing if the PSSR technology aimed for stable 120 FPS support at 4K resolution instead of targeting 5K. It remains unclear whether the developers will offer different graphics modes to let players make this choice themselves.
Additionally, there is a promising development on the horizon. Rumors suggest that Sony is working on a new version of its PSSR technology, known as PSSR 2.0, with a potential release by March 2026. This updated version is expected to significantly boost performance, possibly enabling higher frame rates even at high internal resolutions. If these rumors prove true, the PS5 Pro could set a new standard for both visual quality and gameplay fluidity.
So, what are your thoughts on the PS5 Pro’s performance? Share your opinions with us in the comments!
