Sony will reduce the performance of some games on the PS5 – and there is a reason for that

The PlayStation 5 console runs virtually all games released, but there are certain titles that feature performance problems. In most cases, this is because developers have not optimized the game correctly.

But have you ever wondered if, someday, PlayStation 5 itself reduces games performance? Well, a new console function will do just that to save energy.

Sony has recently revealed an energy saving mode for the PS5, which will be available in a future firmware update. The option will be introduced into a beta version of the system and its function is to save energy, reducing the performance of certain titles.

“As soon as it is officially launched, Compatible PS5 games will have their performance reduced to allow the console to reduce energy consumption When the function is activated, optional by players, ”says Sony.

“If not activated, or if the games are not compatible with the resource, the performance will not be reduced and the energy consumption will remain the same.”

For example, one of the PS5 functions that will not work by activating the way of saving energy is VRR, and some game features can be limited. It is noteworthy that it is unclear when this function will come to everyone.

Source: PS Blog