PS5 Pro to Deliver 4K 60fps Anime Open World NTE
▼ Summary
– The upcoming PS5 exclusive *Neverness to Everness* will use the PS5 Pro’s PSSR2 for stable 4K resolution at 60Hz.
– The game leverages the PS5 hardware for higher rendering resolutions and advanced graphical effects like volumetric fog and Distance Field Ambient Occlusion.
– It will fully utilize the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and unique light bar effects.
– The game’s pre-release beta on a base PS5 was noted for its fluidity and superior presentation compared to the team’s previous title, *Tower of Fantasy*.
– A recent livestream confirmed a *Persona 5 Royal* collaboration, first-person dating, and extensive content for its launch on April 29th.
The upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro is poised to deliver a significant visual leap for console gaming, and the anime open-world title Neverness to Everness (NTE) is positioned to be a showcase for its capabilities. According to a new PlayStation Blog post, the game will utilize Sony’s PSSR2 upscaling technology to achieve a shimmering-free, stable 4K output at a consistent 60 frames per second. Beyond resolution, the enhanced hardware will allow for higher internal rendering resolutions and advanced graphical effects, including volumetric fog and Distance Field Ambient Occlusion (DFAO). This latter technique creates more accurate and subtle shadowing by calculating light interactions across the entire 3D scene, adding considerable depth and realism.
Our hands-on time with a pre-release beta on a standard PS5 was highly promising, revealing an experience with impressive fluidity and presentation that feels lightyears ahead of the team’s previous title, Tower of Fantasy. The development studio itself is handling the console version this time, which likely contributes to the marked improvement in polish and performance.
Beyond raw graphical power, NTE will offer full integration with the DualSense controller’s advanced features. Producer Kee Zhang detailed how haptic feedback will convey the weight of combat strikes and the intensity of narrative moments. Adaptive triggers will simulate the physical resistance of braking and the surge of acceleration while driving. The controller’s light bar will also feature unique effects tied to specific characters, adding another layer of immersion.
The game’s recent livestream confirmed a wealth of content arriving at launch on April 29. Highlights include a collaboration with Persona 5 Royal, a first-person dating system, and a substantial amount of additional gameplay. With its commitment to leveraging the PS5 Pro’s specialized hardware and the DualSense’s capabilities, Neverness to Everness is shaping up to be a technically ambitious and feature-rich entry in the open-world genre.
(Source: Push Square)
