Housemarque has clarified exactly what players can expect from Saros on PS5 Pro.
SAROS
Release Date: April 30, 2026
Genres: Shooter
The studio says the game will use the upgraded version of PSSR, feature a higher base render resolution, and deliver a sharper image than standard PS5 – while still switching to 30 FPS during cinematics.
TL;DR – Saros on PS5 Pro
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Housemarque is pushing PS5 Pro hard
In a new PlayStation Blog post, Housemarque said Saros is designed to be a showcase for PlayStation 5 hardware, and that includes a substantial visual upgrade on PS5 Pro.
According to the studio, the Pro version features support for the upgraded PSSR upscaler and a higher base render resolution before upscaling is applied. The result is an image that can appear “indistinguishable from native 4K” in motion.
That is not just a minor upgrade. The game starts from a stronger base image on PS5 Pro, which should consistently deliver better clarity compared to the standard PS5 version.
Yes, Saros still runs at 60 FPS during gameplay
Housemarque also confirmed that Saros targets 60 FPS gameplay on both base PS5 and PS5 Pro.
So there is no split where one console prioritizes performance and the other visuals. Both versions aim for the same smooth gameplay experience, while PS5 Pro focuses on improving image quality and rendering fidelity.
Worth knowing: There is no 120 FPS or uncapped mode planned – the upgrade is about visuals, not frame rate.
Why are the cutscenes only 30 FPS?
One detail that may disappoint some players is that cinematics will run at 30 FPS across all PS5 consoles, including PS5 Pro.
Housemarque says this is intentional, allowing the team to push higher visual quality, lighting, and detail during story moments where responsiveness is less critical.
Gameplay and cinematics serve different priorities – one focuses on smooth control, the other on presentation.
Other PS5 features are still a major focus
Beyond resolution and performance, Saros will also support core PS5 features:
- 3D Audio
- DualSense haptic feedback
- Adaptive triggers
- Fast SSD loading
This aligns with how Housemarque has positioned the game from the start – as a next-gen evolution of its gameplay-heavy design philosophy following Returnal.
When does Saros launch?
Saros launches on April 30, 2026 for PS5, with PS5 Pro enhancements available at launch.
Final thoughts
The biggest takeaway is simple: PS5 Pro delivers the best-looking version of Saros, but not a fundamentally different one.
Housemarque is using the extra power for sharper image quality and higher rendering fidelity, while keeping gameplay locked at 60 FPS and reserving 30 FPS for cinematics.
It may not be the flashiest upgrade strategy, but it is a practical one – and if the visual clarity holds up, Saros could become one of the strongest PS5 Pro showcase titles so far.
Source:
- https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/16/saros-ps5-and-ps5-pro-features-detailed/