February 12th’s Playstation State of Play delivered a deluge of exciting game trailers, showcasing everything from ninja action to interdimensional racing and beyond. Here are some of the highlights:
Stealth and Vengeance:
- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance: Sega revives its classic ninja platformer franchise with Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. Developed by Lizardcube, the trailer showcases fast-paced, stylish ninja action with lethal precision. Prepare to unleash vengeance on August 29th.
Racing Across Dimensions:
- Sonic Racing CrossWorlds: Get ready to race across “land, sea, air, space and time” in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds The trailer teases high-speed races in ultimate machines. Sign up for a network test starting February 21st.
Digimon Story Continues:
- Digimon Story Time Stranger: Bandai Namco revealed the latest installment in the Digimon Story series, Digimon Story Time Stranger. Travel between the human and digital worlds in this JRPG, featuring an improved battle system and fan-favorite Digimon.
Sci-Fi Action and Intrigue:
- Lost Soul Aside: Ultizero Games presented a new trailer for the action-RPG Lost Soul Aside. The trailer highlights stylish combat, diverse environments, and a compelling story in a sci-fi world. The game launches on May 30th.
Yakuza Goes Pirate (and Hawaiian):
- Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii: The Like a Dragon franchise expands with a pirate-themed adventure in Hawaii in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. A demo is expected to drop soon, and Ichiban Kasuga will also appear in Dave the Diver DLC.
Crossover Craze:
- Dave the Diver: Ichiban’s Holiday: Dave the Diver is crossing over with Like a Dragon in the Ichiban’s Holiday DLC. Ichiban Kasuga and other Like a Dragon characters team up with Dave in beat ’em up style action. The DLC arrives this April.
Arena Shooter Sequel:
- Splitgate 2: Splitgate 2 is coming to PS5, with a PS5 alpha starting February 27th. The trailer showcases fast-paced arena shooter action with portals and new factions.
Puzzle Platforming with an Octopus:
- Darwin’s Paradox!: Konami revealed Darwin’s Paradox!, a puzzle platformer where you play as Darwin, a clever octopus escaping a food processing plant. Use camouflage and inking skills to escape in 2025.
Roguelike Dungeon Crawler:
- Warriors: Abyss: Koei Tecmo launched the roguelike Warriors: Abyss today on PS5 and PS4. The trailer teases challenging dungeon crawling action.
Onimusha Returns:
- Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny: Capcom is bringing Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny to PS4 on May 23rd. The trailer showcases samurai action against demonic hordes.
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword: Also from Capcom, Onimusha: Way of the Sword is set in Edo-period Kyoto and features intense swordplay against twisted creatures. It is slated for release in 2026.
Metal Gear Solid Remake:
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: A new trailer for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater confirmed the release date as August 28th. The trailer offers a glimpse at the remake of the classic stealth action game.
Atmospheric Horror:
- Hell Is Us: Hell Is Us received a new trailer, confirming a September 4, 2025 release. The game promises a post-apocalyptic soulslike experience dripping with atmosphere.
Driving and Combat:
- MindsEye: MindsEye was unveiled with a trailer showing off driving and combat gameplay. It is set to launch in Summer 2025.
Soulslike Challenge:
- Tides of Annihilation: Tides of Annihilation was revealed as a new soulslike title, promising a challenging and atmospheric experience.
Housemarque’s New IP:
- Saros: Housemarque announced Saros, a new first-party PlayStation title launching in 2026. The cinematic trailer hints at a sci-fi first-person shooter with parkour elements.
This State of Play offered a diverse and exciting look at the Playstation gaming landscape for 2025 and beyond. Which trailers were your favorites? Let us know in the comments below!
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