PlayStation's February 12-13, 2025 State of Play showcased a diverse lineup of upcoming titles, offering updates and fresh reveals. Highlights included:
Key Game Reveals and Updates:
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Borderlands 4: Gameplay footage revealed a return to the series' signature gunplay, humor, and chaotic encounters. Launch date: September 23, 2025.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword: A new entry in the classic samurai action series, promising stylish combat and intrigue in feudal Kyoto. Release: 2026. A remastered Onimusha 2 arrives May 23, 2025.
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Saros: A surreal, rogue-like third-person action game from Housemarque (Returnal), inspired by David Lynch and Indian mythology. Release: 2026.
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Hell is Us: An action-adventure game described as "Death Stranding meets action," with a setting inspired by Annihilation and the Southern Reach trilogy. Release: September 4, 2025.
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Days Gone Remastered: Features updated visuals and new game modes. Release: April 25, 2025.
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Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: A remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, featuring all bosses. Release: August 28, 2025.
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MindsEye: Leslie Benzies' new project, promising a redefinition of gaming. Release: Summer 2025.
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Lies of P: Overture DLC: Explores the protagonist's backstory in a snowy city. Release: Summer 2025.
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Stellar Blade: PC version launch and a Goddess of Victory crossover. Release: June 2025.
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Lost Soul Aside: A Final Fantasy-style adventure. Release: May 30, 2025.
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Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic: Gameplay trailer shown. Release: June 13, 2025.
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Tides of Annihilation: A blend of Elden Ring and Stellar Blade, set in a fantasy London.
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Metal Eden: A first-person sci-fi shooter (PS5 exclusive). Release: May 6, 2025.
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Monster Hunter Wilds: Announced post-launch updates with new monsters and quests.
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance: A return to the classic Shinobi series from its original creators. Release: August 29, 2025.
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds: Arcade racer featuring Sonic characters; closed beta starts February 21, 2025.
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Split Fiction: A cooperative adventure from Josef Fares. Release: March 6, 2025.
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Directive 8020: Sci-fi survival horror inspired by The Thing and Alien.
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The Midnight Walk: Dark fantasy VR adventure (PS5 & PS VR2). Release: May 8, 2025.
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Dreams of Another: A shooter with fully destructible environments. Release: Coming Soon.
This State of Play offered a compelling glimpse into the diverse and exciting games coming to PlayStation throughout 2025 and beyond.