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The latest PlayStation State of Play aired on February 2025, running for about 40 minutes and packed with announcements, gameplay reveals, and a handful of surprises—though not necessarily the ones many fans were hoping for. Below, we break down all the major highlights from the show, reactions from the gaming community, and what it all means for the PlayStation ecosystem moving forward.
Many links below are for the respective games’ Steam pages since they often contain more info on the game than their PlayStation pages.
Major Announcements and Game Reveals
Monster Hunter: Wilds
The show kicked off with Monster Hunter: Wilds, confirming a pre-order bonus (Guild Knight Set and Mini Art Book) and announcing that Mizutsune will be the first free monster arriving in a spring update.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
Sega is reviving the Shinobi franchise with Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, a 2D action game from the developers of Streets of Rage 4. The game is set to release on August 29, 2025.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Sega doubled down with a new Sonic racing game. A closed network test is set for February 21, giving fans an early look at what’s in store.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger
Bandai Namco unveiled a new turn-based RPG in the Digimon universe. While details remain scarce, the game is slated for a 2025 release.
Lost Soul Aside
The long-anticipated action RPG finally got a release date—May 30, 2025. A new gameplay trailer showed off its flashy combat and fast-paced action.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Sega announced a demo for its latest Like a Dragon spin-off, and Ichiban Kasuga will make an unexpected cameo in Dave the Diver with a special Ichiban’s Holiday event launching in April.
Splitgate 2
The sequel to the popular FPS Splitgate is launching its PlayStation alpha test on February 27.
WWE 2K25: The Island
Paul Heyman took the stage to introduce WWE 2K25, set to release on May 14, 2025.
Borderlands 4
Randy Pitchford from Gearbox revealed Borderlands 4 with a gameplay trailer and a dedicated State of Play promised for Spring 2025. The game launches on September 23, 2025.
Directive 8020
A brand-new horror narrative experience from Supermassive Games, the developers of Until Dawn. Releasing October 2, 2025, with preorders starting in June.
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic
The next installment in the FNAF franchise drops on June 13, 2025.
The Midnight Walk
This new atmospheric horror-adventure comes with PSVR2 support and a release date of May 8, 2025.
Darwin’s Paradox
Konami is bringing a new IP about an octopus trying to escape a food processing facility.
Warriors: Abyss
Koei Tecmo unveiled a Warriors spin-off with roguelite elements—available now.
Onimusha 2 Remastered & Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Onimusha 2 Remastered is coming May 26, 2025, while Onimusha: Way of the Sword will follow in 2026, starring Miyamoto Musashi.
Metal Gear Solid 3 Delta: Snake Eater
A new trailer was shown (after previously leaking early on PSN). The game is set to launch on August 28, 2025.
Days Gone Remastered
Sony announced an upgraded version of Days Gone featuring new accessibility options, a perma-death mode, a speedrun mode, and additional content. The remaster is available as a $10 upgrade and releases April 25, 2025.
Stellar Blade DLC & PC Port
Nikke crossover DLC and a PC version of Stellar Blade arrive in June 2025.
PlayStation Plus Catalog Updates
- Star Wars Jedi: Survivor – February 18
- TopSpin 2K25 – February 18
- Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 1 – February 18 (Tape 2 releases in April)
- Blue Prince – Day 1 PS+ release in Spring 2025
- Abiotic Factor – Summer 2025
- Classic Catalog additions: Armored Core 1, Project Phantasma, Master of Arena, and Patapon 3
Tides of Annihilation
A new fast-paced third-person action game from Eclipse Glow Games.
Mindseye
A new narrative-driven action game from Leslie Benzies (former Rockstar North developer), set for Summer 2025.
Saros
A new IP from Housemarque, set for release in 2026, with a first gameplay reveal later this year.
Community Reactions
While the State of Play had a diverse lineup, many fans felt underwhelmed. The lack of major first-party exclusives was a key disappointment. Anticipation for a Bloodborne remaster or sequel led to widespread frustration—especially with Days Gone getting a remaster instead.
On the positive side, Tides of Annihilation, Lost Soul Aside, and Metal Gear Solid 3 Delta were standout announcements. The Digimon RPG also gained traction among JRPG fans.
However, some viewers criticized the event for being filled with remasters and indie titles rather than blockbuster reveals. Others expressed concerns about Sony’s long-term direction, given its recent focus on live-service games.
Was This State of Play Worth Watching?
That depends on your expectations. If you were hoping for new PlayStation Studios exclusives, this showcase was a letdown. However, for fans of Japanese games, indie titles, or Borderlands 4, there was plenty to appreciate.
With another State of Play dedicated to Borderlands 4 in Spring, PlayStation’s big first-party announcements may still be on the horizon—just not today.
FAQ: PlayStation State of Play February 2025
What is PlayStation State of Play?
State of Play is Sony’s digital showcase event where they reveal upcoming games, updates, and announcements from first- and third-party studios.
When did the February 2025 State of Play take place?
The event aired on February 2025 and ran for approximately 40 minutes.
What were the biggest announcements from the State of Play?
Some of the most notable reveals included:
Borderlands 4 (Releasing September 23, 2025)
Metal Gear Solid 3 Delta (August 28, 2025)
Monster Hunter: Wilds updates
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance (August 29, 2025)
Days Gone Remastered (April 25, 2025)
Tides of Annihilation and Mindseye (New IPs)
Was Bloodborne remastered announced at this State of Play?
No, despite speculation and hopes from fans, Bloodborne was not mentioned in the showcase.
What PlayStation Plus updates were revealed?
New additions to the PS+ catalog include Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (February 18), TopSpin 2K25 (February 18), and Blue Prince (Spring 2025). Classic titles like Armored Core 1 and Patapon 3 were also confirmed.
How did fans react to the event?
Reactions were mixed. While some were excited about new game reveals and updates, others were disappointed by the focus on remasters and the lack of major first-party exclusives.
Will there be another State of Play soon?
Yes, Sony confirmed a dedicated State of Play for Borderlands 4 happening in Spring 2025.
