The PlayStation State of Play presentation on the night of February 12-13, 2025, showcased an exciting lineup of upcoming games and fresh reveals that have gamers eagerly anticipating the future of gaming. Here’s a detailed rundown of the main highlights:
Borderlands 4
The star of the show, Borderlands 4, captivated audiences with a glimpse of gameplay filled with an array of guns, enemies, and the humor the series is known for. More details are promised for the next State of Play, with a launch date set for September 23, 2025.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Capcom's iconic samurai action series continues with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The trailer promises stylish combat against demons in feudal Kyoto, with a release planned for 2026. Additionally, a remastered version of Onimusha 2 is scheduled to arrive on May 23, 2025.
Saros
Finnish studio Housemarque, known for Returnal, teased Saros, a new game promising an evolution of their rogue-like third-person action gameplay. Set on the planet Carcosa under the threat of a mysterious "sinister eclipse," the game draws from Indian mythology and is planned for release in 2026.
Hell is Us
Described as "Death Stranding with action," Hell is Us is an action-adventure title directed by Jonathan Jacques-Belletête. Set in a war-torn country amidst an otherworldly apocalypse, the game is inspired by Alex Garland’s film Annihilation and Jeff VanderMeer’s Southern Reach trilogy. It is slated for release on September 4, 2025.
Days Gone Remastered
Days Gone Remastered promises updated graphics and several new modes, with an availability date starting April 25, 2025.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
A remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, featuring all bosses, is set to release on August 28, 2025.
MindsEye
Leslie Benzies, known for his work on L.A. Noire, Max Payne 3, and GTA 5, showcased his latest project MindsEye. Claiming to redefine gaming, the game is nearing completion with a summer 2025 release.
Overture DLC for Lies of P
The Overture DLC for Lies of P will explore the protagonist's backstory in a snowy city named Krat, releasing in summer 2025.
Stellar Blade PC Version & Goddess of Victory Crossover
Stellar Blade will launch its PC version and feature a crossover with Goddess of Victory in June 2025.
Lost Soul Aside
A Final Fantasy-style adventure, Lost Soul Aside 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 combines 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
Monster Hunter Wilds announced post-launch updates, including new monsters and quests.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
A return to the classic Shinobi series by its original creators, set for release on August 29, 2025.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, an arcade racer featuring Sonic characters, will begin its closed beta on February 21.
Split Fiction
A cooperative adventure from Josef Fares, Split Fiction is slated for 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 designed for PS5 and PS VR2, with a release date of May 8, 2025.
Dreams of Another
A shooter featuring fully destructible environments reminiscent of Dreams, Dreams of Another is coming soon.
This exciting array of games promises to deliver a diverse and thrilling gaming experience throughout 2025. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for an unforgettable year in gaming!
