Sony is reportedly developing its own version of frame generation technology for the PlayStation 6, according to a newly filed patent. This technology, described in a patent titled "Generation Super Sampling" (US-20260320740-A1), aims to enhance gaming performance by generating interpolated frames.
While similar to existing PC technologies like NVIDIA's DLSS frame generation, which relies on motion vector data from the game engine, Sony's proposed method may incorporate additional input. The patent notes suggest that the system could also utilize controller input data to more accurately predict player actions and subsequent frame changes. The stated goal of this integration is to reduce latency and frame-to-frame hitching.
The patent also opens the possibility for multi-frame generation, a feature introduced on PC with NVIDIA's RTX 5090. This allows the system to predict multiple future frames, not just the immediate next one. However, the practical application of multi-frame generation on consoles, which are typically connected to displays limited to 120Hz refresh rates, remains a point of consideration.
A potential concern raised by the patent is whether users will have the option to disable frame generation. There is a possibility that developers could implement it as a means to achieve target frame rates in games that might otherwise struggle, potentially introducing latency and visual artifacts. The patent's inclusion of controller input, however, might mitigate these issues.
This frame generation patent is one of several recent filings from Sony that hint at future console developments. Previously, the company patented an AI agent designed to proactively fix system issues and a feature that would integrate an NFC reader into PlayStation controllers for tap-to-pay functionality. While these patents do not guarantee future implementation, they suggest Sony is actively exploring advanced technologies for its next-generation hardware.