007 First Light PS5 Pro Overview: What to Expect With Upgraded PSSR

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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

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  • Primary Subject: 007 First Light
  • Key Update: PlayStation announced that 007 First Light will natively leverage the PS5 Pro's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) at launch to deliver vastly improved image clarity and reduced visual artifacts.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: May 19, 2026
  • Quick Answer: 007 First Light will use upgraded PSSR as its default upscaler on PS5 Pro for superior graphics, while base PS5 and other platforms will utilize FSR 3.1.5.

PlayStation has announced that PlayStation 5 Pro players will experience 007 First Light with upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upon launch.

007 First Light will officially come out on May 27, 2026, and players are eager to start playing ASAP. With the unique origin story angle and stunning graphics in every trailer, it's no surprise that the game is receiving so much hype.

And now, it appears PS5 Pro players will get to experience the new Bond story in even greater detail.

007 First Light To Have Upgraded PSSR on the PS5

On May 19, PlayStation released a blog detailing the upgraded PSSR upscaling on the PS5 Pro.

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Credit: IO Interactive

PSSR upscaling allows players to see the world of 007 First Light in more detail - from the dense foliage to the close-up details on each characters. Upgraded PSSR reduces shimmer and flickering artifacts, allowing a more cohesive image.

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During action scenes or when the camera is sweeping through the environment, the PSSR makes it far more believable by retaining the definition of objects. Additionally, hair, fabric, and other elements have far greater clarity than on the base PS5.

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Credit: IO Interactive

According to PlayStation, the PlayStation engineers had the upscaler integrated in record time. It was done so fast and so well that no per-scene tuning was required for 007 First Light.

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Upgraded PSSR will be the default upscaler on PlayStation 5 Pro for 007 First Light at launch. Players on the base PS5 and other platforms will play the game with FSR 3.1.5.If you want to play the game as its visual best, it seems the PS5 Pro is the way to go.

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