Pragmata Reviews Raise 8GB VRAM-Related Questions Ahead of Launch Capcom’s upcoming title Pragmata is drawing early attention over PC hardware demands after reviewers reported performance issues on some 8GB VRAM graphics cards. Technical analyses, including one by Digital Foundry, highlighted discrepancies in how the game runs on different GPUs. While the RTX 5090 delivered high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings, the RTX 4060 experienced significant performance drops at 1440p. Initial stability in the demo section gave way to stuttering and frame rates falling below 60 fps once players reached the control center. A later street area and certain cutscenes reportedly caused frame rates to drop to single-digit levels. Adjustments to settings, such as disabling the shadow cache and reducing memory load, reportedly improved the experience. A tester noted that freeing memory on the RTX 4060 made a significant difference, suggesting VRAM limitations rather than raw GPU power or missing Nvidia features were the primary cause of the issues. The analysis also pointed out that Pragmata uses ray tracing and strand-based hair effects, which may require more memory than some players are willing to allocate. Additionally, the game’s options menus may not accurately reflect memory usage, complicating efforts to optimize performance. Capcom reportedly restricted pre-release GPU benchmark comparisons until April 16, 2026, a move described as unusual by TechPowerUp. The publication noted that journalists were only allowed to display results from one graphics card before this date, requiring edits to existing coverage after the restriction was lifted. It remains unclear whether this limitation was tied to inconsistent results on mainstream GPUs.#capcom #digital_foundry #rtx_4060 #rtx_5090 #techpowerup
Sony's enhanced PSSR upscaling arrives on PS5 Pro today Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology is now available as part of the PlayStation 5 Pro system update, which launched today. The company had previously hinted at the development last month, emphasizing its significance for users seeking the highest possible image quality in gaming. These updates are positioned as a key reason to invest in the more powerful console, offering improved visual fidelity for players who prioritize graphical excellence. At its core, PSSR is Sony's proprietary upscaling technology designed to enhance the visual quality of games running at lower resolutions. By leveraging an AI-driven library, the system performs a pixel-by-pixel analysis to reconstruct images with greater clarity. Today’s update introduces refinements to the underlying algorithm and neural network, resulting in more accurate image reconstruction, smoother motion handling, and greater flexibility for developers to balance performance and visual quality on the PS5 Pro. According to Sony’s latest blog post, these changes represent a significant step forward in the console’s ability to deliver immersive, high-quality gaming experiences. For those interested in deeper technical insights, Digital Foundry has provided a detailed analysis comparing the old and new upscaling methods across four titles. The comparison highlights the tangible improvements in visual fidelity and performance optimization that the updated PSSR technology brings. The update is expected to benefit a range of games, including titles like Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Monster Hunter Wilds.#sony #playstation_5_pro #pssr #digital_foundry #dragon_age_the_veilguard
