The PlayStation State of Play event held on the night of February 12-13, 2025, was a showcase of thrilling updates and reveals for gamers eagerly anticipating new titles. The presentation highlighted a diverse range of upcoming games, from action-packed adventures to innovative narrative experiences.
Borderlands 4
The spotlight of the event was undoubtedly Borderlands 4, where fans were treated to a glimpse of gameplay brimming with the series' signature guns, enemies, and humor. More in-depth details are set to be unveiled during the next State of Play, with the game slated for release on September 23, 2025.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Capcom's revered Onimusha series continues with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The trailer showcased promises of stylish combat against demons from Japan's underworld, drawing comparisons to the intensity of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. Players will wield swords in brutal battles, exploring mysteries and intrigues in feudal Kyoto. The game is set to launch in 2026, with a remastered version of Onimusha 2 arriving on May 23, 2025.
Saros
From Finnish studio Housemarque, creators of Returnal, comes Saros. Though details are scarce, it promises an evolution of their rogue-like third-person action gameplay, now infused with a surreal narrative inspired by David Lynch. Set on the planet Carcosa, threatened by a "sinister eclipse," the game draws from Indian mythology, featuring multi-armed creatures and a protagonist named Arjun Devraj. Saros is scheduled for release in 2026.
Hell is Us
Directed by Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, the mind behind the art of Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Hell is Us is an action-adventure game described as "Death Stranding with action." Inspired by Alex Garland’s film Annihilation and Jeff VanderMeer’s Southern Reach trilogy, it unfolds in a war-torn country amidst an otherworldly apocalypse. The game is set to release on September 4, 2025.
Days Gone Remastered
The remastered edition of Days Gone promises updated graphics and new modes, enhancing the original experience. It will be available starting April 25, 2025.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
A remake of the iconic Metal Gear Solid 3, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater will feature all the original bosses and is set for release on August 28, 2025.
MindsEye
Leslie Benzies, known for his work on L.A. Noire, Max Payne 3, and GTA 5, unveiled the first trailer for MindsEye. This ambitious project aims to redefine gaming and is nearing completion with a planned summer 2025 release.
Overture DLC for Lies of P
The Overture DLC for Lies of P will delve into the protagonist's backstory in the snowy city of Krat, set to release in summer 2025.
Stellar Blade PC Version & Goddess of Victory Crossover
The PC version of Stellar Blade and a crossover with Goddess of Victory are slated for launch in June 2025.
Lost Soul Aside
This Final Fantasy-style adventure is set to debut on May 30, 2025.
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic
A gameplay trailer for Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic was shown, with a release date of June 13, 2025.
Tides of Annihilation
Tides of Annihilation blends elements of Elden Ring and Stellar Blade, set in a fantasy version of London.
Metal Eden
A first-person sci-fi shooter exclusive to PS5, Metal Eden is scheduled for release on May 6, 2025.
Monster Hunter Wilds
Post-launch updates for Monster Hunter Wilds were announced, including new monsters and quests.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
A revival of the classic Shinobi series by its original creators, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is set to release on August 29, 2025.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
An arcade racer featuring Sonic characters, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will have a closed beta starting February 21, 2025.
Split Fiction
A cooperative adventure from Josef Fares, Split Fiction is set to release on March 6, 2025.
Directive 8020
Directive 8020 is a sci-fi survival horror game inspired by John Carpenter’s The Thing and the Alien franchise.
The Midnight Walk
A dark fantasy VR adventure in Tim Burton style, The Midnight Walk is coming to PS5 and PS VR2 on May 8, 2025.
Dreams of Another
A shooter with fully destructible environments reminiscent of Dreams, Dreams of Another is slated for a soon-to-be-announced release.
Stay tuned for these exciting releases throughout 2025, as PlayStation continues to deliver innovative and captivating gaming experiences!
