PlayStation's 2025 State of Play: Key Announcements Revealed

The PlayStation State of Play event held on the night of February 12-13, 2025, was a thrilling showcase of upcoming games and fresh reveals, leaving fans buzzing with anticipation. Here's a rundown of the main highlights from the presentation.

Borderlands 4

The star of the show, Borderlands 4, offered a tantalizing glimpse of gameplay filled with an array of guns, enemies, and the series' signature humor. More details are set to be unveiled during the next State of Play, with the game slated for release on September 23, 2025. Fans can't wait to dive back into the chaotic world of Pandora.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword

Capcom's iconic samurai series continues with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The trailer showcased stylish combat against demons from Japan's underworld, reminiscent of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. Players will wield swords in brutal battles while unraveling mysteries in feudal Kyoto. The game is set to launch in 2026, with a remastered version of Onimusha 2 arriving on May 23, 2025.

Saros

Finnish studio Housemarque, known for Returnal, teased their new game Saros. With limited details so far, it promises an evolution of their rogue-like third-person action gameplay, combined with a surreal narrative inspired by David Lynch. Set on the planet Carcosa, facing a mysterious "sinister eclipse," the game draws from Indian mythology with protagonist Arjun Devraj battling multi-armed creatures. It's planned for release in 2026.

Hell is Us

Directed by Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, the art director of Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Hell is Us is an action-adventure title likened to "Death Stranding with action." Drawing inspiration from Alex Garland’s film Annihilation and Jeff VanderMeer’s Southern Reach trilogy, it's set in a war-torn country amidst an otherworldly apocalypse. The game is scheduled to release on September 4, 2025.

Days Gone Remastered

The remastered edition of Days Gone will feature updated graphics and several new modes. It's set to hit the shelves on April 25, 2025, promising an enhanced experience for fans of the original.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

A remake of the classic Metal Gear Solid 3, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, will include all bosses and is slated for release on August 28, 2025. This highly anticipated title is sure to delight fans of the franchise.

MindsEye

Leslie Benzies, the game director and producer behind L.A. Noire, Max Payne 3, and GTA 5, showcased the first trailer for his new project, MindsEye. Claiming it will redefine gaming, the game 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 a snowy city named Krat. It's set to release in summer 2025, adding more depth to the already captivating narrative.

Stellar Blade PC Version & Goddess of Victory Crossover

Stellar Blade is set to launch on PC in June 2025, along with a crossover with Goddess of Victory, expanding its reach and offering new content for players.

Lost Soul Aside

This Final Fantasy-style adventure is set to debut on May 30, 2025, promising an engaging experience for fans of the genre.

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 set for June 13, 2025. Horror fans are eagerly awaiting this chilling addition to the series.

Tides of Annihilation

Blending elements of Elden Ring and Stellar Blade, Tides of Annihilation is set in a fantasy version of London, promising a unique and immersive experience.

Metal Eden

A first-person sci-fi shooter exclusive to PS5, Metal Eden is set to release on May 6, 2025, offering thrilling action for PlayStation enthusiasts.

Monster Hunter Wilds

Post-launch updates for Monster Hunter Wilds were announced, including new monsters and quests, ensuring continued excitement for fans of the series.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

A return to the classic Shinobi series by its original creators, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is set to release on August 29, 2025, bringing back the beloved ninja action.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

An arcade racer featuring Sonic characters, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, will have a closed beta starting February 21, 2025, offering fans a chance to test the game before its full release.

Split Fiction

A cooperative adventure from Josef Fares, Split Fiction is set to release on March 6, 2025, promising engaging gameplay and storytelling.

Directive 8020

Inspired by John Carpenter’s The Thing and the Alien franchise, Directive 8020 is a sci-fi survival horror game that promises to deliver intense and suspenseful gameplay.

The Midnight Walk

A dark fantasy VR adventure in Tim Burton style, The Midnight Walk is set for release on May 8, 2025, for PS5 and PS VR2, offering a unique and immersive experience.

Dreams of Another

A shooter with fully destructible environments echoing Dreams, Dreams of Another is coming soon, promising innovative gameplay and creative freedom.

Stay tuned for these exciting releases throughout 2025, as PlayStation continues to deliver a diverse and thrilling lineup of games for players to enjoy.