New Games and Expansions You Can’t Miss from PlayStation’s State of Play
After several quiet months from PlayStation, the recent State of Play presentation delivered a wealth of exciting news for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2 enthusiasts. Over 20 games were showcased, including several brand-new titles like ArcheAge Chronicles, The Midnight Walk, and Ghost of Yōtei. For those who missed the live event, here’s a rundown of the most exciting trailers and announcements.
PS5 and PS VR2 News: Highlights from State of Play
Astro Bot DLC
Release date: Fall 2024
Team Asobi is bringing five new speedrun levels and ten new Special Bots to rescue in Astro Bot. New bots include characters from Stellar Blade and Helldivers.
The Midnight Walk
Release date: Spring 2025
From the creators of Lost in Random comes a dark fantasy claymation game where players control The Burnt One, a mysterious figure who rises from the grave to seek purpose in a world filled with danger.
Hell is Us
Release date: 2025
A new soulslike game set in a war-torn land where players must unravel the mysteries of their past while facing human darkness amidst chaos.
Metro Awakening
Release date: Nov. 7, 2024
Fans of the Metro FPS series can immerse themselves in a VR experience with Metro Awakening, coming to PS VR2.
ArcheAge Chronicles
Release date: 2025
ArcheAge Chronicles invites players into an online action RPG set 50 years after the original. With strategic battles and deep storytelling, the game offers rich customization and an expansive world to explore.
Palworld
Release date: Out now
Often described as “Pokémon with guns,” Palworld has arrived on PS5, despite legal challenges from Nintendo.
Lunar Remastered Collection
Release date: Spring 2025
This remastered collection includes LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue Complete, bringing beloved JRPG classics to a modern audience.
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge DLC
Release date: Out now
The Radical Reptiles DLC introduces two new characters—Mondo Gecko and Mona Lisa—to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge.
Fantasian Neo Dimension
Release date: Dec. 5, 2024
Created by Final Fantasy legends Hironobu Sakaguchi and Nobuo Uematsu, this multi-dimensional fantasy RPG embarks players on a quest to recover lost memories and battle a world-threatening infection.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Release date: Oct. 31, 2024
BioWare’s latest entry in the Dragon Age series introduces The Veilguard, a customizable team of seven companions, each with intricate backstories.
Alan Wake 2: The Lake House
Release date: Oct. 2024
The Lake House expansion for Alan Wake 2 brings a new area where reality merges with dark supernatural forces.
More Announcements
Hitman World of Assassination VR
Release date: Dec. 2024
The Hitman franchise makes its way to PS VR2, with dual-wielding mechanics and intuitive gestures across 21 locations.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered
Release date: Dec. 10, 2024
Fans of the Legacy of Kain series can revisit Soul Reaver in a remastered format, offering updated visuals for both the PS1 classic and its PS2 sequel.
Fear the Spotlight
Release date: Oct. 22, 2024
The throwback horror game Fear the Spotlight from Blumhouse Games is arriving just in time for Halloween.
Towers of Aghasba
Release date: Nov. 2024
In this action-adventure builder, players will need to rebuild their civilization while maintaining the delicate balance of the ecosystem.
Fortnite DualSense Controller
Preorders for the limited-edition Fortnite DualSense controller will open on October 3, 2024.
Dynasty Warriors Origins
Release date: Jan. 17, 2025
Prepare for epic battles in Dynasty Warriors Origins, where massive armies challenge players on tension-filled battlefields.
Monster Hunter Wilds
Release date: Feb. 28, 2025
Monster Hunter Wilds is set to release in early 2025, inviting players back to the monster-hunting action.
Lego Horizon Adventures
Release date: Nov. 14, 2024
Sony revealed that the digital deluxe edition of Lego Horizon Adventures will feature special in-game customization options and crossover outfits from Ratchet and Clank and Sackboy.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Release date: Oct. 31, 2024
Players can enjoy the upgraded visuals of Horizon Zero Dawn, now enhanced to match its sequel. Owners of the original game can upgrade for $9.99.
Stellar Blade x Nier: Automata DLC
Release date: 2024
Stellar Blade is receiving new content, including a photo mode and a Nier: Automata crossover.
PS5 Chroma Collection
New Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal PS5 accessories are set to launch, with availability starting on November 7, 2024.
PS5 Pro Enhanced Games
Sony announced that games like Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Stellar Blade, and Rise of the Ronin will receive enhancements for the upcoming PS5 Pro.
Ghost of Yōtei
Release date: 2025
Set centuries after Ghost of Tsushima, this new title from Sucker Punch Productions introduces a new ghost named Atsu in an open-world adventure set in 1603 Japan, surrounding Mount Yōtei.
With so many exciting games and expansions on the horizon, PlayStation fans have plenty to look forward to. Whether you're eager to dive into VR, battle through remasters, or explore entirely new worlds, the latest State of Play offers something for everyone.
Stay tuned to DailyGamer for more updates on these titles as their release dates approach!