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Konami investigating Silent Hill 2 Performance Mode issues after latest PS5 patch

Konami has confirmed it's investigating new Performance Mode problems on PS5 and PS5 Pro after last week's Patch 1.07 for the Silent Hill 2 remake introduced a host of new issues.

Close up of James, protagonist from Silent Hill 2 remake
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Konami has confirmed it's investigating new Performance Mode problems on PS5 and PS5 Pro after last week's Patch 1.07 for the Silent Hill 2 remake introduced a host of new issues.

The short version

  • Thank you for your patience and understanding.
  • We'll share more information as soon as it becomes available".
  • According to its patch notes , the update was intended to improve fog rendering, reduce shadow flickering, reduce movement-related visual artefacts, and boost overall image quality on both PS5 and PS5 Pro.

What happened

However, it didn't take long for players to begin reporting issues, including crushed blacks and overly dark shadows specifically in Performance Mode that affected both the PS5 and the PS5 Pro. Quality Mode, which caps the frame rate at 30fps, appears unaffected.

Why it matters

We would like to confirm that we are aware of the recent issues affecting Performance Mode on PS5 and PS5 Pro in SILENT HILL 2 following Patch 1.07.

Summary by Nerd News Network. Read the full article at Eurogamer via the links above and below.

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