Sony treated the PlayStation fans with its third State of Play presentation of the year, offering a 30-minute showcase packed with news and updates on upcoming titles for both PS5 and PSVR2. The event delivered gameplay reveals and highly anticipated release dates, here are some of the biggest highlights from the May 2024 State of Play:
Sony State of Play May 2024: Everything you need to know
New game reveals, release dates, and more
Astro Bot
Astro embarks on his grandest space odyssey yet, exploring six galaxies and over 80 levels in search of his scattered crew. This brand-new game is set to launch on September 6, with pre-orders opening on June 7.
Concord
State of Play revealed the inaugural glimpse of Concord's gameplay, universe, and characters. The 5v5 character-driven, first-person multiplayer shooter is set to launch globally on PS5 and PC on August 23, 2024, following a beta later this year.
God of War Ragnarök
Get ready PC gamers, God of War Ragnarök is arriving on September 19, 2024! Developed by Santa Monica Studio and brought to PC in collaboration with Jetpack Interactive, this journey follows Kratos and Atreus as they grapple with themes of holding on and letting go. If you pre-purchase now you can unlock exclusive in-game rewards, such as the Kratos Risen Snow Armor and Atreus Risen Snow Tunic. Plus, all editions include access to the God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla DLC at no extra cost!
Until Dawn
This iconic horror classic is rebuilt and enhanced for PS5 and PC. When eight friends reunite at an isolated lodge where two of their group vanished a year prior, fear takes hold, and their mountain retreat transforms into a nightmarish ordeal with no way out.
Skydance’s Behemoth
Behemoth is Skydance Games' highly anticipated next title for PS VR2, following the award-winning The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners. Set to launch this Fall, Behemoth is a first-person action-adventure VR game that blends brutal, physics-based hand-to-hand combat with player traversal, environmental puzzle-solving, and boss battles.
Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2, the upcoming free-to-play action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, is set to arrive on PlayStation 5 with a new feature: couch co-op! You can dive into Early Access later this year and experience the next generation of gaming together with friends.
Monster Hunter Wilds
A new trailer for the upcoming action-RPG delves into the vibrant, living world awaiting exploration when it launches on PS5 in 2025. Capcom introduces a host of monsters, characters, and details about the hunter's new mount.
Silent Hill 2
Silent Hill 2 is set to launch on October 8 for PS5. The 13-minute gameplay footage showcased during the Silent Hill 2 Transmission offers a glimpse into the exploration of the town and hospital, giving a better understanding of the gameplay experience. The new trailer revealed during the PlayStation broadcast features scenes with Angela and the Otherworld.
Alien: Rogue Incursion
Survios has unveiled a sneak peek at the gameplay of Alien: Rogue Incursion, its new action-horror VR game coming to PS VR2 in Holiday 2024. This next-gen Alien VR experience is a single-player, action-horror game with a brand-new storyline. Developed with Unreal Engine 5, Alien: Rogue Incursion promises high-tension shooter gameplay as you navigate an overrun facility on the hostile planet Purdan.
Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is set to kick off its Closed Beta Test on PS5 in July 2024! A new trailer has been released, showcasing two characters who will be joining the roster on day one: Venom and Adam Warlock.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Omega Force is set to deliver the most massive battles ever witnessed in a musou game with Dynasty Warriors: Origins, slated for release on PS5 in 2025. Prepare for intense hack-and-slash warfare in the Three Kingdoms as a new hero rises to fight for survival.
Ballad of Antara
TipsWorks Studio, in collaboration with Infoldgames, has unveiled Ballad of Antara, a free-to-play fantasy action RPG heading to PlayStation 5 in 2025.
Infinity Nikki
Infinity Nikki, an open-world dress-up adventure game, is set to debut on PS5, with a beta test scheduled for later this year. Join Nikki as she discovers the magical powers concealed within her outfits and sets off on an enchanting journey filled with excitement.
Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet, an epic Wuxia open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China, is bringing its martial arts mysteries to PS5. As a young swordsman or swordswoman, you'll have the chance to master Chinese martial arts to enhance your combat skills and solve puzzles as you traverse a vast landscape.