In a recent development, tech expert and Digital Foundry founder, Rich Leadbetter, has cast doubt on the possibility of GTA 6 running at 60 frames per second (FPS) on the upcoming PS5 Pro. Leadbetter's comments were made after Insider Gaming released exclusive reports on the specifications of the PlayStation 5 Pro, revealing that the CPU of the Pro version would have a 10% increase in GHz compared to the standard console.

During a special edition of the Digital Foundry Direct, Leadbetter expressed skepticism about the expectations surrounding the PS5 Pro's capabilities for running GTA 6 smoothly at 60FPS. He remarked that unless Rockstar Games had implemented some "magical CPU stuff," it would be unlikely to achieve the desired frame rate. The Pro console features a "High CPU Frequency Mode," which boosts the CPU speed to 3.85GHz, but the anticipated 10% increase may not have a significant impact on overall FPS performance for all games, as noted by co-host Alexander Battaglia.

Leadbetter's statements suggest that players should not get their hopes up for GTA 6 being able to run at higher FPS on the PS5 Pro, unless Rockstar has accomplished something extraordinary. However, the game is expected to benefit from improved graphics on the Pro version due to its enhanced GPU capabilities.

The release date of the PlayStation 5 Pro is tentatively set for the holiday season in 2024, as reported by Insider Gaming. However, this timeline may be subject to change due to concerns about the console's lack of first-party games.

The news has sparked discussions among gamers regarding the potential performance of GTA 6 on the PS5 Pro. Opinions are varied, with some expressing disappointment at the unlikely prospect of higher FPS, while others remain eager to witness the visual enhancements offered by the Pro version.

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The industry and fans alike are now left waiting to see if Rockstar Games can deliver anything "magical" to optimize the performance of GTA 6 on the PS5 Pro or if players will have to settle for an enhanced visual experience without the expected higher FPS.