State of Play 2025 just wrapped, and it was packed with exciting announcements. From surprise reveals to long-awaited updates, this year’s showcase had something for everyone. Missed the stream or just want a handy recap? Below you’ll find a complete list of everything shown, including release dates (where available) and confirmed platforms. Dive in and see what’s coming to your favorite consoles and PC!
Borderlands 4
Borderlands 4 continues the chaotic looter-shooter action, this time on the planet Kairos, where players battle the Timekeeper and his synthetic army, the Order. With a seamless world, new tools like a grappling hook, and co-op gameplay, it’s packed with the series’ signature humor, alien treasures, and explosive combat.
Release Date: Sep 23, 2025
Platforms: PS5, XBox Series X|S, PC
Darwin’s Paradox
Darwin’s Paradox! is an action-adventure platformer following Darwin, an octopus taken from his home and thrown into a bizarre world controlled by UFOOD INC. As Darwin, players uncover a sinister plot for world domination while navigating a chaotic, alien environment. The game blends quirky storytelling with fast-paced platforming action.
Release Date: 2025
Platforms: PS5
Dave the Diver: Ichiban’s Holiday
In DAVE THE DIVER: Ichiban’s Holiday DLC, Ichiban heads to the Blue Hole for a relaxing escape, only to find himself caught up in unexpected dangers and forming unlikely friendships. This expansion promises a mix of adventure, humor, and the quirky charm of the original game.
Release Date: April 2025
Platforms: PS5, PS4
Days Gone Remastered
Days Gone Remastered brings the definitive survival experience to PS5, featuring enhanced visuals, new accessibility options, and a brutal Permadeath mode. Take on relentless Freaker hordes in the post-apocalyptic Farewell Wilderness with a new speed run mode and horde assault challenges.
Release Date: April 25th, 2025
Platforms: PS5
Digimon Story Time Stranger
Digimon Story Time Stranger takes players on a journey across worlds and time itself in a classic turn-based JRPG. Collect and train a variety of Digimon while uncovering the mystery behind your world’s collapse. The game explores the deep bond between humans and Digimon as you fight to save both worlds.
Release Date: March 2025 (Pre-orders are live)
Platforms: PS5
Directive 8020
In Directive 8020, a spaceship crew on a vital mission to save humanity finds themselves facing a terrifying threat: an alien lifeform that can mimic anyone. 1 With trust shattered, the astronauts must figure out who is real and who is the imposter before it’s too late.
Release Date: October 2nd, 2025. (Pre-order from June)
Platforms: PS5
Dreams of Another
Dreams of Another offers a unique twist on action-exploration gameplay: instead of destroying, you use your shots to rebuild the world. This unusual mechanic lets you explore a dreamlike realm, uncovering its secrets and the emotions behind it as you navigate the blurred line between dreams and reality.
Release Date: 2025
Platforms: PS5, Playstation VR2
Five Nights At Freddy’s : Secret of the Mimic
In Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic, you’ll step into a world where every dark corner holds a secret and every flicker of light hints at an ever-present threat. The Mimic, a prototype endoskeleton, can adapt to any costume and become any character, including what you fear most.
Release Date: June 13th, 2025
Platforms: PS5, PC
Hell is Us
In Hell Is Us, players take on the role of Rémi, a soldier searching for his parents in the war-torn, monster-infested land of Hadea. Combat focuses on melee weapons and a drone for distraction, requiring careful management of health and stamina. The “semi-open world” of Hadea encourages exploration and relies on player intuition rather than traditional waypoints or quest markers, as you piece together clues through conversations and environmental storytelling.
Release Date: September 4th, 2025.
Platforms – PS5
Life of P: Overture
Lies of P: Overture is a prequel to Lies of P, set in the beautiful but doomed city of Krat just before a horrific massacre. Playing as Geppetto’s puppet and guided by a mysterious Stalker, you’ll explore the city and surrounding areas, uncovering hidden backstories and engaging in challenging battles that reveal the origins of the Lies of P narrative.
Release Date: Summer 2025
Platforms: PS5, PS4
Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii follows Goro Majima, who wakes up on a remote island with no memory of his past and soon becomes the leader of a pirate crew. Players explore four diverse locations, including Honolulu and the crime-ridden Madlantis, while engaging in beat ’em up combat using Majima’s signature Mad Dog style or his new Sea Dog style with cutlasses and pistols. The game also introduces ship battles, crew management, and classic Like a Dragon minigames, along with a cast of new and returning characters.
Release Date: February 21, 2025.
Platforms: PS5, PS4, XBox Series X|S, XBox One, PC
Lost Soul Aside
Lost Soul Aside is an action RPG where you fight to save your sister and humanity from dimensional invaders. The game emphasizes stylish combat, featuring customizable loadouts, unlockable skills, and a variety of enemies. It blends elements from games like Devil May Cry, Nier Automata, and Stellar Blade, with a touch of Final Fantasy’s aesthetic.
Release Date: May 30th, 2025
Platforms: PS5, PC.
Metal Eden
In the sci-fi FPS METAL EDEN, you play as ASKA, a battle android on a dangerous mission. Your goal is to infiltrate the monolithic city of Moebius and rescue human “cores” from a dystopian future consumed by cybernetic warfare. Uncover the secrets behind the mysterious Project EDEN as you fight for survival.
Release Date: May 6th, 2025
Platforms: PS5
Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a remake of the 2004 classic, bringing Naked Snake’s origin story to modern platforms. Set in 1964, the game follows Snake’s mission to rescue a scientist and stop a nuclear superweapon. Delta aims to faithfully recreate the original’s gameplay and story with updated visuals and enhancements, including persistent damage to Snake and a revamped camouflage system. Players can choose between classic and modern control schemes.
Release Date: August 28th, 2025.
Platforms: PS5, XBox Series X|S, PC.
MindsEye
MindsEye is a story-driven action-adventure game set in a near-future America. It explores themes of AI, corporate espionage, and political corruption through high-octane driving, explosive combat, and cinematic presentation.
Release Date: Summer 2025
Platforms: PS5
Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds is the next major entry in Capcom’s acclaimed action-RPG series, building on the success of Monster Hunter: World. Set in the expansive and untamed “Forbidden Lands,” players take on the role of a Hunter tasked with tracking down a missing expedition while battling and crafting gear from fearsome monsters. The game features vast, seamless open-world biomes, a new mount called Seikret for exploration and combat, and dynamic monster behaviors influenced by weather and time of day.
With all 14 weapon types returning, new combat mechanics like Focus mode, and enhanced multiplayer options, Wilds promises to deliver the deep, immersive hunting experience fans love, now with even more freedom and depth. Whether playing solo with AI companions or teaming up with friends, the hunt is bigger and wilder than ever.
Release Date: February 28th, 2025.
Platforms: PS5
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Onimusha: Way of the Sword introduces a new protagonist, the legendary Miyamoto Musashi, to the series. Players will experience a brand-new story and master Musashi’s exceptional swordsmanship in this latest installment.
Release Date: 2026
Platform: PS5
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is back with enhanced visuals and updated controls. Players can once again experience this dramatic revenge story set in feudal Japan, featuring intense swordplay and the satisfying “issen” counter attacks.
Release Date: May 23rd, 2025
Platforms: PS5
Saros
SAROS, from Housemarque, is a third-person action game, set on a planet threatened by an eclipse, you play as Arjun Devraj, a Soltari Enforcer searching for a lost colony. The game features permanent progression, meaning each death changes the world and unlocks new upgrades. SAROS blends a haunting narrative, deep action gameplay, and a strong performance by Rahul Kohli.
Release Date: 2026
Platforms: PS5, PS5 Pro
Shinobi: Art of Vengence
The Shinobi franchise returns with a new 2D action platformer starring Joe Musashi. Players will face challenging enemies and epic bosses in a uniquely hand-drawn world.
Release Date: August 29th, 2025
Platforms: PS5, PS4, XBox Series X|S, XBox One, Steam and Nintendo Switch.
Sonic Racing Cross Worlds
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds lets you race across diverse environments, from land and sea to air, space, and even through different dimensions. Compete solo or in teams, offline or online, against players worldwide. Customize your vehicle, unlock special skills, and use power-ups to win.
Release Date: Available for Closed Network Test on February 21st.
Platforms: PS5, PS4
Split Fiction
Split Fiction is a co-op adventure game from the creators of It Takes Two, focusing on the power of friendship. Players control either Mio or Zoe, two characters who initially clash but must learn to rely on each other to overcome bizarre situations within their imagined stories. The game features a Friend’s Pass, allowing a friend to play online for free as long as one person owns the game.
Release Date: March 6th, 2025.
Platforms: PS5
Splitgate 2
In Splitgate 2, become an elite Ace and jump into portal-filled action. Choose from diverse classes like the agile Aeros, the time-bending Meridian, or the powerful Sabrask. Experience unique map dynamics, like controlling a flying yacht while your team defends against portal attacks. Compete for victory and bask in the cheers of 100,000 fans. Play together, but make your own mark.
Release Date: 2025
Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, XBox One, PC
Stellar Blade x Goddess of Victory
Stellar Blade is getting a new DLC, Goddess of Victory: Nikke, and is also coming to PC.
Platforms: PS5, PC
Midnight Walk
The Midnight Walk is a dark fantasy adventure coming to PS5 and PS VR2. Explore a unique, handcrafted world made entirely of clay as The Burnt One, and team up with a lantern creature named Potboy. Use his flame to navigate a world of wonder and horror, relying on stealth and cunning to survive against monsters that want to steal Potboy’s light. The game features five tales filled with strange characters.
Release Date: May 8th, 2025.
Platforms: PS5, Playstation VR2 (Available for Pre Order)
Tides of Annihilation
London is under attack by an otherworldly invasion in Tides of Annihilation, and Gwendolyn, the sole survivor, finds she can control the legendary Knights of the Round Table. Driven by revenge and a desire to save her sister, she journeys between a ruined London and the mythical Avalon. Players will command spectral knights in fast-paced combat, explore distorted iconic locations, battle colossal enemies, and uncover the mystery behind the invasion.
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PS5
Warriors: Abyss
WARRIORS: Abyss is a roguelite action game where you control historical warriors against hordes of enemies. Battle your way through hell’s trials, experiencing both victory and defeat.
WWE 2k25
WWE 2K25 introduces The Island, a new immersive world where players can explore, complete quests and challenges, participate in live events, and upgrade their MySUPERSTAR through story-driven chapters.
Release Date: March 14th, 2025
Platforms: PS5
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