Arc Raiders Update 1.26 Enhances Visuals for PS5 Pro Players
On April 28, the highly anticipated update 1.26 for Arc Raiders was released, bringing significant enhancements to PlayStation 5 Pro players. The update introduces an upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), a machine-learning based upscaling technology designed to improve image quality by analyzing game visuals pixel by pixel.
A Sharper, More Stable Image
The new PSSR upgrade promises a range of improvements that players will notice immediately, particularly in the visually demanding environments characteristic of Arc Raiders. This update enhances the gaming experience by delivering clearer and more stable visuals.
- Crisp, stable image with reduced flickering: The upgraded PSSR provides sharp visuals across all environments, effectively preserving fine details while significantly minimizing visual artifacts such as flickering and shimmering. This results in a cleaner and more consistent picture, especially during complex scenes.
- Improved motion handling: The new PSSR excels at accurately reconstructing objects in motion compared to traditional upscaling methods. Whether it’s foliage swaying in the wind or fast-moving Arc drones, fine details are better preserved during fast-paced action.
- Less ghosting on translucent effects: Ghosting artifacts are notably reduced with this upgrade, particularly on particle effects and other translucent elements in motion. This is crucial for maintaining visual fidelity during dynamic scenes, such as rain effects in Arc Raiders, which now appear cleaner and more realistic.
Mikael Linderholm, Technical Art Director at Embark Studios, emphasized the impact of the improved PSSR: “With the improved PSSR we can deliver increased image quality and stability, significantly reducing visual noise in-game without any performance reductions, allowing our players to experience the game and its world with fewer distractions.”
Impressive Results with Minimal Effort
The implementation of the new PSSR required minimal adjustments to existing content while yielding impressive results across a variety of complex scenes in Arc Raiders. From dense outdoor environments to intense firefights filled with particles and dynamic lighting, the upgrade holds up remarkably well.
Robert Kihl, Engine Lead at Embark Studios, noted the effectiveness of the new technology: “The new improved PSSR brings significant improvements to image quality, especially in challenging scenarios with many small details in motion. It’s impressive to see how well it works on the wide variation of complex scenes that we have in Arc Raiders.”
Availability of Update 1.26
The enhanced PSSR feature for PS5 Pro users is part of Arc Raiders update 1.26, which became available on April 28. Players using the standard PS5 model will continue to benefit from Temporal Super Resolution (TSR) upscaling technology, which remains unchanged by this latest update.
The developers expressed enthusiasm about community feedback regarding these visual enhancements. They also indicated a commitment to exploring further opportunities for improving image quality as new technologies emerge.
What This Means
The introduction of upgraded PSSR technology represents a significant advancement in gaming visuals for PS5 Pro users playing Arc Raiders. By enhancing image clarity and stability while reducing common visual artifacts like flickering and ghosting, players can expect a more immersive gaming experience. As developers continue to innovate with machine-learning techniques in graphics rendering, future updates may bring even more substantial improvements across various gaming titles.
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