Sony is developing AI frame generation technology for PlayStation consoles, though the company has not confirmed whether the feature will arrive on the PS5 Pro or wait for a next‑generation system.
AI frame generation creates intermediate frames between rendered ones, allowing games to run more smoothly without additional GPU load. With rivals expanding AI upscaling on PC and mobile, Sony's feature could keep its console ecosystem competitive and give developers a new performance tool.
Sony will integrate a frame generation library co-developed with AMD, building on the same algorithm that powers AMD's FSR Redstone scaling technology. The library already underpins Sony's PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaler. Developers familiar with FSR pipelines can adapt tools for PlayStation more quickly because the systems share a foundation.
Frame generation can deliver significant performance gains in high‑resolution or CPU‑bound scenarios by creating extra frames between rendered ones. The technique resembles Nvidia's DLSS on PC, which as of 2025 supports over 700 titles and dominates the discrete GPU market. Frame generation adds a modest input‑latency penalty that some players may notice during fast-paced gameplay.
Sony has not set a release date for the AI feature. Cerny confirmed that no 2026 launches are planned, and industry analysts expect the PS6 to appear no earlier than 2027. A memory chip shortage could further delay the next console, prompting Sony to consider extending the PS5 Pro's lifespan with the new library.
Gamers could see smoother gameplay on existing titles once the update arrives. Early tests of the March 16 PSSR patch showed clearer textures and steadier reflections across 15 games, with no increase in GPU load or latency. Developers will gain a cross‑platform AI upscaling path that aligns with both AMD and Nvidia ecosystems.
Sony may announce PS5 Pro support in the coming months or reserve the feature for the PS6 launch. Keep an eye on official Sony communications and benchmark releases to track when the technology becomes available.
