February 2025 PlayStation State of Play: All Announcements

The latest State of Play has arrived, bringing with it an exciting glimpse into the future of gaming on the PlayStation 5. With a plethora of new game announcements, trailers, and release dates, there's something for every gamer to look forward to. From Housemarque's highly anticipated follow-up to Returnal, titled Saros, to new entries in beloved franchises like Borderlands 4 and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, the showcase was packed with thrilling reveals.

Among the highlights were the announcement of Days Gone Remastered, a fresh look at Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a surprising Dynasty Warriors spin-off launching today, and an intriguing look at WWE 2K25's The Island. Additionally, fans of classic games were treated to a new Shinobi title, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and much more.

This roundup captures every announcement from the State of Play, ensuring you stay up-to-date with all the exciting developments. Which game are you most excited about? Share your thoughts below!

State of Play February 2025 Games

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Saros Is Housemarque's Next Game After Returnal

Housemarque is set to release Saros, their next game following the success of Returnal, on PS5 in 2026. Set on the planet Carcosa, which faces an ominous eclipse, players will assume the role of Arjun Devraj, voiced by Rahul Kohli. Arjun is a Soltari Enforcer on a quest for answers in a lost off-world colony. The game features permanent progression systems and reshapes the world with every death, providing new upgrades to help players overcome challenges.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Release Date Finally Confirmed — Officially This Time

Konami has confirmed that Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater will launch on August 28, 2025. Alongside the release date announcement, a new gameplay trailer was unveiled, showcasing an Ape Escape collaboration and hinting at potential future crossovers.

Borderlands 4 Release Date Confirmed

Borderlands 4 is slated for release on September 23, 2025. Gearbox celebrated the announcement with a new gameplay trailer, giving fans another look at the eagerly awaited sequel. Additionally, a Borderlands 4-themed State of Play is scheduled for later this spring.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword New Trailer Shows Off New Gameplay, Protagonist

Although Onimusha: Way of the Sword won't be available until 2026, Capcom shared a new gameplay trailer featuring the historic swordsman Miyamoto Musashi as the game's protagonist, giving fans something to look forward to while they wait.

Single-Player Action Game Tides of Annihilation Revealed During Sony’s State of Play 2025

Tides of Annihilation emerged as a major surprise during the show. This single-player, narrative-driven action-adventure game blends intense combat, an immersive story, and a captivating setting. Set in a modern London overrun by otherworldly forces, players will control Gwendolyn, who can call upon the Knights of the Round Table for assistance in combat and face off against skyscraper-sized bosses.

Days Gone Remastered Will Bring You Back to Its Freaker-Filled World This April

Days Gone is set to return to PS5 on April 25, 2025, with Days Gone Remastered. This version will include VRR and PS5 Pro support, permadeath and speedrun modes, an enhanced photo mode, additional accessibility features, and a new Horde Assault mode where Deacon St. John battles even more Freakers. Owners of the PS4 version can upgrade for $10.

Sony Announces PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February 2025

The State of Play also revealed the February 2025 additions to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, TopSpin 2K25, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 1, and more. Additionally, upcoming indie games such as Blue Prince and Abiotic Factor were highlighted.

Leslie Benzies' MindsEye Gets a Gameplay Trailer and a Summer 2025 Release Window

Leslie Benzies, a former lead developer of the GTA series, showcased MindsEye during the State of Play. Set for release in Summer 2025, the game follows Jacob Diaz, a former soldier haunted by a failed covert mission and a mysterious neural implant. Set in Redrock, a city transformed by AI, robotics, and neural implants, players will explore on foot, in cars, and in the sky as they uncover Jacob's past.

Warriors: Abyss Is a New Roguelite Launching Today on PS5 and PS4

Dynasty Warriors fans have a new roguelite spin-off to dive into with Warriors: Abyss, available today on both PS5 and PS4. Featuring randomly generated stages and items, over 100 unique characters, and over 16 billion combinations of gameplay choices, this game combines the thrill of 1 vs. 1,000 action with roguelite elements.

First Look at Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Gameplay at Sony State of Play 2025

A new trailer for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds revealed more gameplay for the upcoming racing game, set to launch on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. A highlight of the trailer was the introduction of portals that instantly transport racers to different worlds.

Stellar Blade Gets Nikke Crossover DLC and PC Port Release Window

Stellar Blade is set to receive a crossover with Goddess of Victory: Nikke, featuring a themed boss, new outfit, and collectible items, slated for release in June 2025.

Lies of P: Overture Is a Prequel DLC Expansion Set to Be Released This Summer

Lies of P: Overture, a prequel DLC expansion to the 2023 Soulslike game, will delve into the hidden stories of Krat and reveal how the protagonist awoke during the great Puppet Frenzy. It's set to release this summer.

WWE 2K25 Spotlights Its Social Multiplayer Wrestling Hub, The Island

WWE 2K25 unveiled its social multiplayer wrestling hub, The Island, where players can explore, undertake challenges, develop storylines, and more with their custom wrestlers.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Brings the Classic Franchise to PS5 and PS4

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, a new entry in the beloved franchise, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 on August 29, 2025. Players will follow Joe Musashi on a quest for vengeance after a tragic event, unlocking abilities to explore hidden paths and uncover secrets. Developed by Sega and Lizardcube, the team behind Streets of Rage 4, this game promises high replayability.

Metal Eden Is an 'Adrenaline Rush Sci-Fi FPS' Headed to PS5 on May 6

Metal Eden, an adrenaline-fueled sci-fi FPS, will launch on PS5 on May 6, 2025. The game introduces a unique mechanic called Core Ripping, where players can use a Multitool's Gravity Beam to extract cores from enemies, then use them to create explosions or enhance their melee attacks, mobility, and survivability.

Lost Soul Aside Finally Gets a Release Date, New Gameplay Trailer Reveals

Lost Soul Aside, initially a one-person project by Yang Bing, has evolved into a sprawling adventure. A new gameplay and story trailer was released, alongside a confirmed release date of May 30, 2025, on PS5 and PC, promising breathtaking visuals and exhilarating combat.

Monster Hunter Wilds to Add Mizutsune In Its First Big Update

Monster Hunter Wilds will receive a free title update in the spring, adding the Mizutsune monster along with new Event Quests and other surprises.

Split Fiction Gets a New Story Trailer Ahead of Its March 6 Release Date

Split Fiction received a new story trailer in anticipation of its release on March 6, 2025.

Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 Will Scare PS5 Owners This October

Supermassive Games' Directive 8020, a blend of sci-fi exploration and horror, is set to release on October 2, 2025. Set aboard the Cassiopeia, players will navigate through a hull breach, murder, and suspicious crew activity, culminating in a crash landing on a planet with a transformative alien organism.

The Next PixelJunk Series Is Called Dreams of Another and It Will Be Out in 2025

Dreams of Another, the next installment in the PixelJunk series, is slated for release on PS5 and PS VR2 in 2025. Players will explore an ethereal dreamscape, shooting to create, with a focus on the theme of "no creation without destruction," centered around The Man in Pajamas and The Wandering Soldier.

Darwin's Paradox Follows an Octopus Who Finds Himself in a Food Factory

Darwin's Paradox, an action-adventure platformer, aims to immerse players in the experience of being an octopus. Players control Darwin, who can climb, camouflage, and shoot ink, with the DualSense enhancing the gameplay experience.

The Midnight Walk Is a Stunning Stop-Motion First-Person Action-Adventure Game

The Midnight Walk, a stunning stop-motion first-person action-adventure game, will launch on PS5 and PS VR2 on May 8, 2025.

Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Kasuga Ichiban Is Taking a Trip to Dave the Diver

Yakuza: Like a Dragon's protagonist, Kasuga Ichiban, will join Dave the Diver in April as part of the Dave the Diver: Ichiban's Holiday DLC. The DLC will feature mini-games like Karaoke and the ability to recruit characters from the Like a Dragon series to join your restaurant staff.

Hell Is Us Gets a New Look and Release Date

Hell Is Us, a third-person, post-apocalyptic sci-fi action-adventure game, is set to release on September 4, 2025.

Digimon Story Time Stranger Is Set to Launch in 2025 on PS5

Digimon Story Time Stranger, a new JRPG, will launch on PS5 in 2025. Players will navigate both the human and Digital Worlds, collecting and training Digimon to stop the world's collapse and change fate.

Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic Brings Players Back to the Horror Franchise

Five Nights at Freddy's returns with Secret of the Mimic, where players will confront a terrifying foe capable of transforming into other animatronic characters, set to release after nearly two years.