February 2025 PlayStation State of Play: All Announcements

Author: Chloe Apr 16,2025

The latest State of Play has arrived, and it's brimming with excitement for PS5 gamers, showcasing a plethora of upcoming titles that promise to redefine gaming experiences. From the eagerly awaited Saros, Housemarque's follow-up to Returnal, to the thrilling new trailers and confirmed release dates for Borderlands 4, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, and many more, there's something for everyone.

The event unveiled major announcements such as Days Gone Remastered, a fresh glimpse at Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a surprise launch of a new Dynasty Warriors spin-off titled Warriors: Abyss, a sneak peek into WWE 2K25's The Island, a revival of the Shinobi series with Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and numerous other captivating reveals.

To ensure you catch every detail, we've compiled a comprehensive list of all the announcements from the State of Play held on February 12, 2025. Let us know in the comments which game you're most excited about!

State of Play February 2025 Games

Every game featured in Sony's PlayStation State of Play on February 12, 2025. See All!

Saros
Housemarque

Days Gone Remastered
Bend Studio

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
SEGA

Warriors: Abyss
Omega Force

Borderlands 4
Gearbox

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater
KCEJ

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
SEGA

Digimon Story: Time Stranger
Media.Vision

Split Fiction
Hazelight Studios

Lies of P: Overture
Neowiz

Saros Is Housemarque's Next Game After Returnal

Play Saros marks Housemarque's next venture following the success of Returnal, scheduled for a PS5 release in 2026. Set on the planet Carcosa, which faces an ominous eclipse, players will step into the shoes of Arjun Devraj (voiced by Rahul Kohli), a powerful Soltari Enforcer seeking answers in a lost off-world colony. The game promises permanent progression systems where each death reshapes the world and offers new upgrades to conquer challenges.

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

Play Konami has officially set the release date for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater on August 28, 2025. Alongside a new gameplay trailer, fans can look forward to an Ape Escape collaboration and hints of additional crossovers.

Borderlands 4 Release Date Confirmed

Play Gearbox has confirmed that Borderlands 4 will hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. A new gameplay trailer was unveiled to celebrate this announcement, and fans can expect a dedicated Borderlands 4-themed State of Play later this spring.

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

Play Although Onimusha: Way of the Sword is slated for a 2026 release, Capcom treated fans to a new gameplay trailer featuring the historic swordsman Miyamoto Musashi as the protagonist.

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

Play Tides of Annihilation emerged as a surprise highlight of the show, presenting itself as a captivating single-player, narrative-driven action-adventure game set in a modern London overtaken by otherworldly forces. Players will embody Gwendolyn, aided by the Knights of the Round Table, in a fight against skyscraper-sized bosses.

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

Play Days Gone Remastered is set to return players to its freaker-filled world on April 25, 2025, on PS5. This version brings VRR and PS5 Pro support, permadeath and speedrun modes, enhanced photo mode, additional accessibility features, and a new Horde Assault mode. Owners of the PS4 version can upgrade for $10.

Sony Announces PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February 2025

The State of Play unveiled February's PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions, including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, TopSpin 2K25, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 1, and more. Additionally, upcoming indie games like Blue Prince and Abiotic Factor were showcased.


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

Play Leslie Benzies, former lead developer of the GTA series, showcased MindsEye during the State of Play with new gameplay and cinematic trailers, targeting a Summer 2025 release. The game follows Jacob Diaz, a former soldier grappling with fragmented memories and a mysterious neural implant, set in the AI-driven city of Redrock.

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

Play Dynasty Warriors fans can dive into a new roguelite spin-off, Warriors: Abyss, available today on PS5 and PS4. Featuring over 100 unique characters and more than 16 billion combinations of playstyles, the game offers randomly generated stages and items to keep the action fresh.

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

Play A new trailer for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds showcased its gameplay, set to race across PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The trailer highlighted the unique mechanic of portals that 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, collectible dolls, and more, scheduled for June 2025.


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

Play Lies of P: Overture, a prequel DLC expansion, will let players explore the hidden stories of Krat and the origins of the Puppet Frenzy, set for release this summer.

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

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

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

Play Shinobi: Art of Vengeance revives the beloved franchise, launching on PS5 and PS4 on August 29, 2025. Players will join Joe Musashi on a quest for vengeance, unlocking abilities to explore hidden paths and secrets, developed by Sega and Lizardcube.

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

Play Metal Eden, an adrenaline-pumping sci-fi FPS, is set to launch on PS5 on May 6, 2025. The game introduces a unique Core Ripping mechanic, allowing players to rip cores from enemies and use them for explosive attacks or to enhance their abilities.

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

Play Lost Soul Aside received a new gameplay and story trailer, confirming its release on May 30, 2025, for PS5 and PC. This game, initially a solo project by Yang Bing, has evolved into a sprawling adventure with stunning visuals and dynamic combat.

Monster Hunter Wilds to Add Mizutsune In Its First Big Update

Play Monster Hunter Wilds will introduce Mizutsune and other content in its first free title update this spring, including new Event Quests and surprises.

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

Play Split Fiction released a new story trailer ahead of its debut on March 6, 2025.

Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 Will Scare PS5 Owners This October

Play Directive 8020 from Supermassive Games, blending sci-fi exploration with horror, is set to release on October 2, 2025. The game unfolds aboard the Cassiopeia, where players face a hull breach, murder, and suspicious crew activity, culminating in a crash landing on a mysterious planet with a shape-shifting alien organism.

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

Play Dreams of Another, the next PixelJunk adventure, is slated for release on PS5 and PS VR2 in 2025. Players will navigate an ethereal dreamscape, exploring themes of creation and destruction with The Man in Pajamas and The Wandering Soldier.

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

Play Darwin's Paradox aims to immerse players in the life of an octopus within a food factory, utilizing the DualSense for a unique platforming experience with climbing, camouflage, and ink shooting.

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

Play The Midnight Walk offers a stunning stop-motion first-person action-adventure experience, set to 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

Play Yakuza: Like a Dragon's protagonist, Kasuga Ichiban, will join Dave the Diver in the Ichiban's Holiday DLC, launching in April. Players can enjoy new mini-games and recruit familiar faces from the Like a Dragon series to their restaurant staff.

Hell Is Us Gets a New Look and Release Date

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

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

Play Digimon Story Time Stranger, a new JRPG, will launch on PS5 in 2025, allowing players to switch between the human and digital worlds, collecting and training Digimon to prevent a world collapse.

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

Play Five Nights at Freddy's returns with Secret of the Mimic, introducing a new horror element where players confront a shape-shifting animatronic adversary.