Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.

Infamous: Second Son’s HDR Update Is a Big Deal

Time to revisit Seattle.
This article is over 8 years old and may contain outdated information

Sony’s high-powered PlayStation 4, the PlayStation 4 Pro, capable of outputting games at 4K (albeit some games employing upscaled 4K rather than true 4K) with high dynamic range (or HDR) releases November 11, and Sony’s PlayStation 4 software update 4.0 brought HDR support to existing PlayStation 4 consoles.

Recommended Videos

As such, many older PlayStation 4 games are receiving HDR updates to take advantage of the new technology. PlayStation 4 exclusive Infamous: Second Son, which released in 2014, is no different, with its new update introducing HDR support that promises to enhance image quality.

According to Reddit user _LarZen_, who uploaded a bunch of images comparing the original game to the new update, the HDR update “brings depth and a real punch to the game.” As you can see in the images, the contrast and the depth of the color is fairly substantially increased.

The push for higher graphical fidelity on existing PlayStation 4 titles coincides with the upcoming PlayStation 4 Pro’s release, with a number of games already promising updates to take advantage of the new console’s hardware, including HDR functionality. Though how exactly games will take advantage of the hardware remains to be seen, with some offering 4K resolutions and others promising increased detail and higher framerates at current resolutions.

More News

This post was originally written by Ruben Circelli.


Twinfinite is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
Author
Image of Chris Jecks
Chris Jecks
Chris Jecks has been covering the games industry for over eight years. He typically covers new releases, FIFA, Fortnite, any good shooters, and loves nothing more than a good Pro Clubs session with the lads. Chris has a History degree from the University of Central Lancashire. He spends his days eagerly awaiting the release of BioShock 4.
twitter