Cyberpunk 2077 has received a definitive technological upgrade for PlayStation 5 Pro hardware. Patch 2.31, also identified as version 2.310.100, harnesses the advanced capabilities of the new console to deliver a transformative visual and performance experience. This update is not merely a resolution bump; it is a comprehensive overhaul introducing new rendering technologies, flexible graphics modes, and a significant enhancement of the game’s ray-tracing infrastructure. For players on PS5 Pro, Night City is now smoother, sharper, and more immersive than ever before.
Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Update 2.310.100 Patch Notes
The core of this patch is the dedicated optimization for the PlayStation 5 Pro. The update enables support for PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), an AI-driven upscaling technology designed to improve frame stability and visual clarity. Furthermore, the patch implements critical backend improvements to the game’s ray-tracing systems. It upgrades the ray-tracing cache and improves ray-traced object queries to reduce shadow pop-in. A major performance boost comes from the implementation of BVH8 support, which accelerates the calculations for ray-traced lighting, shadows, and reflections. The addition of Variable Rate Shading (VRS) further improves rendering efficiency by intelligently allocating processing power where it is needed most.
PlayStation 5 Pro Support Features
The patch fully unlocks the potential of the PS5 Pro’s unique architecture. The dedicated version ensures that gameplay is smoother and visuals are sharper by leveraging the increased GPU and CPU power. The integration of PSSR is a standout feature, using machine learning to upscale images with minimal performance cost, thereby maintaining a higher and more stable frame rate. The technical upgrades to the ray-tracing pipeline, including BVH8 and the enhanced cache, address previous limitations, allowing for more complex lighting scenarios with fewer performance hits and visual artifacts like sudden shadow appearances.
New Graphics Modes Explained
Patch 2.31 introduces three distinct graphics modes, giving players unprecedented control over their visual experience. These modes are tailored to different preferences, balancing the trade-off between graphical fidelity and performance.
Ray Tracing Mode
This mode is set as the default option on PS5 Pro. It delivers the full suite of ray-traced reflections and fully ray-traced shadows while targeting a stable 60 frames per second. It represents the balanced recommendation for most users, offering a significant upgrade over the standard PS5 experience without sacrificing smoothness.
Performance Mode
For players who prioritize fluid gameplay above all else, Performance Mode is the ideal choice. It targets 60 FPS on standard displays and can reach up to 90 FPS on screens equipped with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology. This mode is perfect for high-speed action sequences and ensures the most responsive control experience.
Ray Tracing Pro Mode
The pinnacle of visual fidelity is the Ray Tracing Pro Mode. This setting activates advanced lighting features previously reserved for high-end PC setups, including ray-traced skylight, emissive lighting, and ray-traced ambient occlusion. These features add incredible depth and realism to Night City’s atmosphere. To accommodate this intensive processing, the mode runs at 40 FPS on high refresh rate displays and targets a steady 30 FPS on standard displays, providing a cinematic, detail-rich experience.
Technical Deep Dive: PSSR and BVH8
Beyond the new modes, two key technologies power this upgrade: PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) and BVH8. PSSR is Sony’s proprietary AI upscaling solution. Unlike traditional methods, it uses a neural network to reconstruct high-quality images from a lower-resolution base, effectively increasing detail and reducing aliasing while maintaining performance. This results in sharper textures and more stable frame rates. BVH8, on the other hand, is an advanced data structure used in ray tracing. “BVH” stands for Bounding Volume Hierarchy, and it is the method by which the game’s engine organizes 3D objects to efficiently calculate where light rays intersect. The move from older BVH structures to BVH8 allows for much faster queries, significantly boosting the performance of all ray-traced effects—lighting, shadows, and reflections—which are now more plentiful and accurate.
Addressing Persistent Performance Issues
While the monumental Update 2.0 and the prior Update 1.60, which added Edgerunners-inspired content, reshaped the game, some lingering performance inconsistencies remained for players on all platforms. Patch 2.31, though primarily a PS5 Pro enhancement, incorporates general optimizations that contribute to improved stability across supported hardware. The systemic improvements to the rendering pipeline and the addition of efficiency technologies like VRS help alleviate minor stuttering and asset streaming issues, creating a more polished experience even outside the new graphics modes.
How to Access the Update
The Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.310.100 is available now as a free download for all PlayStation 5 Pro owners. Players should ensure their console is connected to the internet and check for updates within the game’s tile on the PS5 dashboard or via the system’s update queue. Once downloaded and installed, the new graphics modes can be selected directly from the game’s settings menu under the ‘Graphics’ or ‘Video’ options, allowing immediate customization of the Night City experience.
With Patch 2.31, CD Projekt Red has once again pushed the boundaries of what is possible on console hardware. The update transforms Cyberpunk 2077 on PS5 Pro into a benchmark title for visual technology, offering a spectrum of choices from ultra-performance to cinematic quality. This targeted enhancement ensures that the definitive version of Night City is not only a testament to the game’s redemption arc but also a showcase for the next generation of console graphics rendering.
