Sony and AMD have today released a new video on the PlayStation YouTube channel that provides an update on the two companies’ work on Project Amethyst, which sees them exploring the future of technology together.
One part of this research shall result in the PS6, to which system architect Mark Cerny states: “Overall, it’s still of course very early days for these technologies, they only exist in simulation right now, but the results are quite promising and I’m really excited about bringing them to a future console in a few years time.”
This technology is focused on machine learning that will improve graphics and gameplay in the future. For now, at least, the PS5 Pro is benefiting from the research through a PSSR visuals upgrade next year. This has been described as the “full-fat version” of the current FSR 4 technology available now on PC.
You can learn more about the technology and how the two companies are collaborating in the embedded video above.
These latest comments line up with previous statements from Sony representatives, who all point to a PS6 release that’s still a few years away. Earlier this year, Cerny said he’s working on a “multi-year plan” in terms of the next generation. Rumours suggest the PS6 will launch alongside a handheld device, which Sony secretly seems to be preparing for via a new low-power mode for the current PS5. There’s also speculation of Sony again opting for a detachable disc drive for the PS6.
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