Apple is heralding its iPhone 15 Pro as a revolutionary leap in the world of mobile gaming. The Cupertino tech giant is boasting support for a range of console and PC games that were previously beyond the reach of mobile hardware.
Among the highlights of this unveiling is the revelation that the iPhone 15 Pro will feature an impressive lineup of AAA games, including specially tailored versions of acclaimed titles such as Resident Evil 4 Remake, Resident Evil Village, Death Stranding, and Assassin's Creed Mirage. Apple has also teased substantial performance enhancements, including the incorporation of ray tracing technology to elevate the gaming experience on the iPhone.
This development marks a significant milestone in the realm of mobile gaming, as the arrival of Assassin's Creed Mirage on the iPhone 15 Pro will signify the very first instance of a console or PC-quality Assassin's Creed game running natively on the iOS platform. It's important to note that this differs from cloud streaming or the upcoming mobile-only Assassin's Creed game, as these titles are expected to be available in their full versions on the iPhone 15 Pro. The real-world performance of these AAA games and their impact on the battery life of the iPhone 15 Pro remain open questions, but the prospect of enjoying modern AAA gaming on mobile hardware is undeniably intriguing.
Regarding release schedules, Resident Evil Village, Resident Evil 4, and Death Stranding are slated to make their way to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max later this year. Meanwhile, fans of Assassin's Creed Mirage can expect to see the iOS version arrive in the first half of 2024. It's worth noting that Assassin's Creed Mirage is scheduled to launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC on October 5, placing the iPhone release a bit later than its console and PC counterparts.
Apple's claims regarding the iPhone 15 Pro's hardware upgrades include a pro-class GPU that is purportedly 20 per cent faster, boasting a 6-core design for improved peak performance and energy efficiency. The company has also highlighted its new A17 Pro processor, which is said to enable "next-level mobile gaming with fast, efficient performance and hardware-accelerated ray tracing."