Remedy Drops Control's PS5 Pro Update with 120Hz & HDR

Remedy Entertainment has released a new update for Control, which is now available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. This update, which was first released on PC and is officially called the October 2025 1.3 Update, adds new outfits and tasks as well as a lot of visual and performance improvements. Fans of the supernatural action game will be happy to hear this, especially since Control came out a few years ago and still gets good support after launch.

Remedy has officially confirmed this information and explained how the update leverages the newer console hardware. Higher frame rates, variable refresh rate (VRR), and HDR support have been added, allowing players to enjoy smoother gameplay and more accurate graphics.

The PlayStation 5 now offers fully unlocked frame rates and supports PSSR.

The update enables users of the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro to fully unlock the frame rate, allowing them to push the system's limits. It also adds support for 120Hz display output and VRR, which makes motion much smoother for people with high-refresh panels.

The quality of the images also gets a big rise. Remedy has added full HDR support and improved temporal anti-aliasing to make picture edges cleaner. This highlights the game's unique lighting and supernatural colors even more. The team also changed the SDR graphics to 10-bit so that the brightness and color range were more uniform.

PSSR, a new upscaling method, offers PlayStation 5 Pro users exclusive enhancements that are not available to other users. Remedy claims to provide smoother edges, more detailed hair and plants, and a cleaner picture overall, but it also warns that it may have a slight impact on performance. Luckily, players can turn it off if they prefer to use the GPU's full power for a more stable experience.

Remedy's PSSR and frame-rate settings show that players are taking more control over how the game runs. The company also stated that those who prefer things to remain the same can disable the visual upgrades and let the PS5 Pro's power handle the task for a smoother gaming experience.

The update also improves screen-space reflections, texture resolution, and shadow accuracy, which is especially noticeable in performance mode. The team's focus on small visual details shows that they are trying to bring Control up to date without changing its moody style.

Xbox players will also get the same feature.

People who have an Xbox Series X are also included. The update introduces several familiar changes, including unlocked frame rate settings, support for 120Hz displays, and enhanced temporal anti-aliasing. Support for HDR and improved 10-bit SDR graphics is also included, making sure that the graphics on all devices are the same.

This means that both console versions now have the full version of Control. This patch makes sure that every creepy light beam and telekinetic explosion looks better than ever, whether you're going back to the old games or playing games for the first time.

Control has been out for a long time and is often available for less than $10 or for free with PlayStation Plus and Game Pass. This update brings it back to life. With Remedy's continued backing, the game can be used to show off new hardware, especially since PS5 Pro optimization is on the way.

This patch could also serve as a platform for developers to try out new projects, such as the Max Payne remakes. Players can expect Remedy's next games to fully utilize the power of next-gen systems if the update to Control is any sign.

Fans can still play Control, though, and enjoy its mystery world with cutting-edge graphics for now. The October 2025 1.3 Update is now live on all devices and ready to change the world again.