PlayStation's February 12-13, 2025 State of Play showcased a diverse lineup of upcoming titles and exciting reveals. Here's a summary of the key announcements:
Major Highlights:
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Borderlands 4: A gameplay trailer highlighted the return of the series' signature gunplay, humor, and chaotic action. Launching September 23, 2025.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword: Capcom revived its iconic samurai series with a trailer promising stylish combat and intrigue in feudal Kyoto. Release slated for 2026, with a remastered Onimusha 2 arriving May 23, 2025.
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Saros: Housemarque (Returnal) unveiled a new project, hinting at a surreal, Lynchian narrative blended with their signature rogue-like third-person action. Inspired by Indian mythology, it's set for a 2026 release.
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Hell is Us: Described as "Death Stranding meets action," this action-adventure title, directed by Jonathan Jacques-Belletête (Deus Ex), is inspired by Annihilation and the Southern Reach trilogy. Launching September 4, 2025.
Other Notable Games:
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Days Gone Remastered: Remastered with updated visuals and new game modes, launching April 25, 2025.
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Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: A remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, featuring all bosses, releasing August 28, 2025.
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MindsEye: Leslie Benzies' (GTA V) new project, aiming to redefine gaming, releases Summer 2025.
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Overture DLC (Lies of P): Explores the protagonist's backstory in Krat, releasing Summer 2025.
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Stellar Blade (PC Version & Goddess of Victory Crossover): Launches June 2025.
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Lost Soul Aside: A Final Fantasy-style adventure, debuting May 30, 2025.
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Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic: Gameplay trailer shown, releasing 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 PS5 exclusive first-person sci-fi shooter, out May 6, 2025.
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Monster Hunter Wilds: Received announcements of post-launch content.
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance: A return to the classic Shinobi series from its original creators, releasing August 29, 2025.
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds: An arcade racer featuring Sonic characters, with a closed beta starting February 21, 2025.
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Split Fiction: A cooperative adventure from Josef Fares, releasing 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: A dark fantasy VR adventure (PS5 & PS VR2) in the style of Tim Burton, releasing May 8, 2025.
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Dreams of Another: A shooter with fully destructible environments, coming soon.
The State of Play presentation offered a compelling glimpse into the diverse and exciting games coming to PlayStation throughout 2025 and beyond. Keep an eye out for further details on these titles!
