PlayStation Announcements – State of Play February 2025
Another PlayStation State of Play broadcast has wrapped with some epic reveals from Housemarque, Days Gone Remastered, Lost Soul Aside and more. See below for a round-up of the biggest announcements:
Announcing Saros, the next game from Housemarque coming 2026
Today we got the announcement that Saros, a new third-person action title that evolves the satisfying core gameplay introduced in Returnal, is coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro in 2026.
Saros is the ultimate evolution of the Housemarque gameplay-first experience. Watch the cinematic trailer here. Saros is an action game with the haunting story of a lost off-world colony on Carcosa under an ominous eclipse. You play as Arjun Devraj, a powerful Soltari Enforcer who will stop at nothing to find who he is looking for.
Expect a first look at extended gameplay later this year.
Read the PlayStation Blog post here for more information.
Days Gone Remastered
Days Gone Remastered comes PlayStation 5 April 25, 2025!
This the definitive way to play Days Gone for new and returning players. Step into the dirt flecked shoes of former outlaw biker Deacon St. John and feel his desperate struggle for survival in a brutal open world ravaged by feral creatures known as Freakers. Bend Studio shared the first look at Days Gone Remastered with the announcement trailer, giving you a sneak peek of brand new content to play!
Days Gone Remastered lands on PlayStation 5 as a digital-only title. For players that have purchased Days Gone on PlayStation 4, you can upgrade to Days Gone Remastered including all new content and features for $15 AUD.
Check out the PlayStation Blog post here.
Lost Soul Aside launches on PS5 and PC May 30
Ultizero Games shares new gameplay footage and gameplay details of the action RPG that will launch on May 30 on PS5 and PC. Further information can be found on the PlayStation Blog here. Watch the pre-order trailer here.
Pre-orders will open on PS5 February 19 at 10am local time.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue for February: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, TopSpin 2K25, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 1 and more
On February 18, as part of Game Catalogue’s February lineup, you can enjoy Don’t Nod’s nostalgic journey through 90’s Michigan in the form of the first instalment of episodic narrative adventure Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 1.
Also part of the lineup, you can also journey to the far reaches of the galaxy in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and the vibrant artificial turf of TopSpin 2K25. These games and more form February’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup* and will be available to play from February 18. Read full info on all games at the PlayStation Blog.
Monster Hunter Wilds
In the State of Play, Capcom debuted a new trailer for the Monster Hunter Wilds, highlighting the wide variety of monsters, people, and wildlife you’ll meet, each living and finding their own way to survive in a dynamic and sometimes volatile ecosystem that can drastically change in an instant.
Monster Hunter Wilds releases on February 28. Get further information on the PlayStation blog here and watch the new trailer here
Borderlands 4 arrives September 23, special State of Play coming this Autumn
Got some chains holding you back? Well, it’s time, Vault Hunter! Break free into the Borderlands, because… Borderlands 4 launches on September 23 this year!
Plus, we’re excited to announce that a special Borderlands 4 deep dive State of Play is coming this Autumn. Check out the PlayStation Blog post here for more information. Watch the trailer here.
First look at Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, out Aug 29 on PS5 and PS4
Just over a year ago, at The Game Awards 2023, Sega teased the revival of several legacy franchises. Today we got a formal announcement of the first of those games: Shinobi: Art of Vengeance.
Today’s State of Play provides a first look at the game which will release August 29, 2025 on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Watch the announcement trailer here.
Check out the PlayStation Blog post here for more information.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds gameplay revealed, new mechanics detailed
New worlds await in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog racing game – Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – introducing a unique gameplay mechanic transporting the iconic characters from the Sonic and Sega universes into new dimensions. The newest entry to the Sonic Racing series is a Sonic game, driving game, and action game all-in-one that will offer an exciting racing experience across several modes, worlds, and more!
Access the PlayStation Blog post here for further information. Check out the trailer here.
Digimon Story Time Stranger launches 2025 on PS5
Digimon Story Time Stranger is a JRPG where players will travel between the human world and the fantastic realms of the Digital World – two worlds interlinked in mysterious ways. In this epic story, collect and train Digimon to stop the collapse of the world and change fate itself. Head to the PlayStation Blog for more information here. Watch the trailer here.
Digimon Story Time Stranger is set to release in 2025 on PlayStation 5.
Dave the Diver x Like a Dragon crossover
Dave the Diver has been making waves with its exciting collaborations, featuring crossovers with games like Dredge and Balatro. Now, it is announcing a partnership that’s sure to make a splash: Dave the Diver is joining forces with the Like a Dragon series.
Ichiban’s Holiday DLC launches in April on PS5 & PS4. Jump on the PlayStation Blog for more information here. Watch the announcement trailer here.
Splitgate 2 Alpha out on PS5 Feb 27
In Splitgate 2, you’ll play as an elite Ace, a futuristic athlete competing in the most popular sport in the galaxy. In your arsenal, you’ll not only have some of the sickest weapons you’ve ever seen, you’ll have a portal gun. Every player can use portals to outsmart opponents, making movement strategy as vital to your success as a steady aim.
Ahead of launch, there will be a limited time release of 24-player mode ahead of full game launch later this year on PS5, PS4. Read full info on the PlayStation Blog here.
Split Fiction
Learn about the power of friendship in Split Fiction, a boundary-pushing co-op adventure from Hazelight Studios, the masterminds behind It Takes Two.
The heroes of Split Fiction, Mio and Zoe, don’t get along at first, but soon enough they become each other’s only hopes. This journey will throw unexpected twists at them and if they want to make it through, they’ll need to have each other’s backs.
Playing as Mio or Zoe, you’ll encounter bizarre situations as the two traverse stories born from their own wild imaginations. Most importantly – they’ll face it all together.
Check out the new story trailer for Split Fiction here.
Split Fiction launches on PS5 March 6th 2025
Directive 8020 launches October 2 on PS5
Supermassive Games revealed a new trailer and gameplay details for its upcoming sci-fi horror adventure. The team at Supermassive Games has worked tirelessly to craft a narrative experience that melds sci-fi exploration with spine-chilling horror, where every choice could lead to a disastrous death. Today they unveiled some new layers to the story, exploring fragile alliances, unseen threats, and the limits of human resilience when faced with our deepest fears. Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and watch the Story Reveal Trailer here.
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic
Check out the First Gameplay and Date Reveal trailer here.
The Midnight Walk – May 8 – PS5 & VR2
Discover the stunning, handcrafted world of The Midnight Walk, a dark fantasy adventure arriving on PS5 and PS VR2 on May 8, 2025. Become The Burnt One, befriend a lost lantern creature named Potboy, and use his flame to light your way through a conflicting world of wonder and horror, made entirely from real-life clay. Use stealth, cunning and a few tricks up your sleeve to survive and outsmart the many monsters eager to devour your little friend’s flame and experience five tales of fire and darkness, featuring an incredible cast of odd characters.
Check out the Release Date Announcement Trailer here.
Darwin’s Paradox makes a splash onto PS5
Become Darwin the octopus with immersive DualSense controller features and embark on a frantic rescue mission. Embark on an extraordinary adventure in Darwin’s Paradox. Coming to PS5 later this year, take on the role of Darwin, an octopus snatched from the sea and thrust into a mysterious food factory. This action-adventure, story-based platformer is packed with enhanced visuals and controller features that bring an exhilarating adventure with wacky characters to life. Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and watch the reveal trailer here.
Koei Tecmo roguelite Warriors: Abyss launches today on PS5 & PS4
In Koei Tecmo’s newest addition to the famed Warriors franchise, Warriors: Abyss, the exhilarating Warriors action is fused with roguelite gameplay. The studio is transporting gamers to hell, where they’ll battle thousands of enemies across a fiery landscape of death and devastation! And best news of all, the game is available today on PS5 and PS4! Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and watch the trailer here.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword – 2026
Onimusha: Way of the Sword tells the heroic tale of a sole samurai fighting against hordes of twisted creatures known as the Genma. Wielding an Oni Gauntlet, our new protagonist will mow down enemies in this dramatic story, set in a beautiful and eerie rendition of Kyoto. True to the series’ soul-sucking action combat, absorbing souls to restore health and use special moves in the heat of battle is key to victory.
Experience thrilling sword fights and slice through hordes of Genma when Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches on PS5 in 2026. Check out the PlayStation Blog post here for more info, and watch the Protagonist trailer here.
Ahead of the launch of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, the second entry in the series, Onimusha: Samurai’s Destiny, will be remastered for PlayStation 4. This marks the first time this classic title in the series has been released since its original 2002 launch on PlayStation 2. Watch the trailer here.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater releases August 28, 2025 on PS5
New details on Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, including the return of the Snake vs Monkey special game mode were revealed in today’s State of Play. The game launches August 28 on PS5.
In the new trailer, you’ll learn about what Naked Snake will face in Operation Snake Eater, including a first in-game look at some of the dangerous enemies, the Cobra Unit. Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and make sure you watch the trailer all the way through!
Hell is Us – Release Date Trailer
Hell is Us is a 3rd-person action-adventure game that combines intense melee combat with the thrill of exploration. Explore a semi-open world to find answers to your questions and face mysterious creatures all along your journey.
Check out the release date trailer here.
Lies of P: Overture launches Winter (AEST) 2025 on PS5, PS4
Round8 Studios shares inspirations for a new DLC that’s a prequel to the original Lies of P story, taking you back in time to uncover the hidden stories of Krat.
Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and watch the announcement trailer here.
Lies of P: Overture launches later this year on PS4 and PS5.
New PixelJunk adventure, Dreams of Another, revealed for PS5 and PS VR2, out 2025
Dreams of Another is a third-person exploration-action game built around the philosophical theme, “no creation without destruction.” Rather than destroying objects by shooting—as in traditional shooting games—here, your shots materialise and create the world. This unconventional mechanic offers a gameplay experience that challenges the norms of the genre and invites players into a whole new dimension.
Read the full info on PlayStation Blog here and watch the trailer here.
Stellar Blade x Goddess of Victory – Nikke DLC
Find the Stellar Blade x Goddess of Victory – Nikke DLC Trailer here.
Coming June 2025 only on PS5 and PC. Purchase and game progression required to unlock.
Unveiling Tides of Annihilation: a new PS5 action-adventure inspired by Arthurian legends
During State of Play, Eclipse Glow Studio introduced Tides of Annihilation, a new PS5 action-adventure game that thrusts you into a shattered, mystical London. Tides of Annihilation features intuitive co-op combat in a single-player experience. Players will take on the role of Gwendolyn, who wields the power of a mysterious gray fog that can manifest two spectral knights at her side. Each knight has a distinct combat role. Whether it’s charging into battle, defending against attacks, or unleashing devastating combos, players will need to strategically choose which knights to summon based on their preferred gameplay style and the challenges they face.
Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and watch the announcement trailer here.
Metal Eden
State of Play gave the first look at Metal Eden, an adrenaline-rush sci-fi FPS, that will be releasing on PS5 May 6, 2025.
In the future, humanity ventures among the stars. To survive the journey to new star systems, humanity created the Cores. Each Core is a system capable of storing human data, preserving a digital record of a human psyche and rebuilding it upon reaching its destination. One such destination is Moebius, an artificial city built by corporations to extract precious minerals from the planet Vulcan. You are Aska, an android created by one of the city’s founders. Nexus, your creator, has one goal for you: Follow orders, and maybe you will be able to save the inanimate colonists trapped in the Citadel.
Read full info on the PlayStation Blog here and check out the reveal trailer here.
MindsEye launches Winter (AEST) 2025 on PS5, debuts new gameplay and cinematic trailers
MindsEye is a narrative-driven, single-player action-adventure thriller set in the not-too-distant future, in the fictional desert city of Redrock, where artificial intelligence and human greed collide to bring Earth to the precipice of collapse.
It’s a compelling story, with strategic combat, high-octane driving, and endless entertainment. Our team at Build A Rocket Boy has worked passionately to create a game that will deliver players an exceptional experience this year.
Read full info on PlayStation Blog here and check out the reveal trailer here and gameplay here.
MindsEye launches later this year on PS5.
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