(For Southeast Asia) Astro Bot: five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today

It’s a great pleasure to see you with our first post of 2025. From all of us at Team Asobi, we wish you a wonderful year ahead.

Last year saw the release of Astro Bot, our biggest game to date. As well as picking several game awards, we have been blessed with countless comments and lovely words from you, the players. 

This has made the hard work of everyone at Team Asobi even more worth it. So from the bottom of our lil’ robotic hearts, hearts, a huge thank you to you all.


(For Southeast Asia) Astro Bot: five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today

And now, into the main news! To start the year on a good note, we are delighted to announce new Astro Bot content is coming starting today. You might have noticed that a, yet unreleased, level of Astro Bot was featured at the PlayStation XP Tournament Final in London, England on January 18. That very level, along with 4 additional ones will be coming your way inside the brand-new Vicious Void Galaxy, starting today. 

As before, this new update is completely free of charge and a gift from us to you, the Astro Bot community.

These five levels will appear on a weekly basis as follows:

  • Feb 13: Tick-Tock Shock
  • Feb 20: Thrust or Bust
  • Feb 27: Cock-A-Doodle-Doom
  • Mar 6: Hard to Bear
  • Mar 13: Armored Hardcore

Note: All Astro Bot updates from February 13 to March 13 will be available every Thursday at 6:00am PT, 2:00pm GMT, and 10:00pm JST. 

Unlike our last update Winter Wonder, which was a walk through the Xmas park, this new update features harder levels to test your jumping skills. Each level comes with a brand-new Special Bot to rescue and, once that’s done, can be replayed in Time Attack mode with online rankings. To access these, you will need to have completed the main game. So sharpen those skills again and let’s get rescuing.


(For Southeast Asia) Astro Bot: five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today

“Tick Tock Shock”, the first of 5 new levels will release on February 13

But hold on, we still have more news. Alongside these five new levels, we are pleased to say that owners of the PS5 Pro will be able to enjoy an improved version of Astro Bot featuring a constant best resolution while still running at 60 frames per second.

That’s about all for this update. We hope you enjoy it. We want to take this chance to thank you, sincerely, for the ongoing support. We could not be happier with the way Astro was welcomed into so many new homes.  Your comments, positivity and kind words have carried us through the months and continue to warm our little robotic hearts. Thank you for your loyalty and we shall see you around.

Team Asobi out.

Split Fiction: Meet co-op protagonists Mio and Zoe

If you’ve played a Hazelight Studios game before, you know that the characters they create for you and your co-op partner come with unique personalities, backgrounds, and motivations that produce unforgettable moments as their stories unfold. 


Split Fiction: Meet co-op protagonists Mio and Zoe

Hazelight Studios is keeping that trend up as they introduce two new player characters in Split Fiction, which is launching on March 6 on PS5. Take control of two unpublished authors, Mio and Zoe, who you will quickly find are worlds apart! When you first meet Mio and Zoe, they have been lured into Rader Publishing Headquarters with the promise of a potential publishing deal which goes horribly wrong, trapping them inside a simulation of their stories which you have to help them escape. In this blog, we’re diving deeper into their characters so that you can confidently pick your favourite when you get your hands on the game! 

Mio Hudson – Science Fiction author

Reserved. Decisive. Realist. Introvert.

Raised in the city with her father, Mio has barely scraped by for the last couple of years. She isn’t looking for fame or recognition as an author, she’s just in it for the money. Her love for all things sci-fi is reflected in her literary works, taking place in neon-lit cyberpunk cities, harsh futuristic weapon plants, and even in the coldness of outer space.

Expect to see her love for sci-fi shine through in the abilities she gains inside the simulations, where she may become a gravity-defying ninja equipped with a lethally sharp energy sword, wear an advanced exosuit that grants remote control of drones, or dual-wield laser blasters in futuristic combat armour.

Zoe Foster – Fantasy author

Charismatic. Empathetic. Optimist. Extrovert.

A cheerful countryside girl with a deep need to prove to her family that she’s not a complete failure. Zoe hopes that a publishing deal will solve all of her problems. Fantasy is her favoured genre, with her portfolio containing works of fiction about escaping towns overrun by trolls, battling through forests against an impending ice age, and protecting the last dragons from extinction.

Given her love for the fantastical, you can look forward to seeing Zoe as a magical shapeshifter flying across the lands as a fairy, wielding a mythical sword whilst riding a dragon into a battle of the ages, or soaring between floating islands with a magical kite.

As our characters are clearly such polar opposite personalities, they have to come to terms with their differences, uncover hidden secrets about themselves, and realise that to escape the simulations they find themselves trapped in, they must work together and overcome the odds through the power of friendship.

During the game announcement at The Game Awards in December, Josef Fares revealed that the characters’ names mean a great deal to him, as Mio and Zoe are in fact named after his daughters!

Now for the tricky question for you and your co-op partner: who is going to play as Mio and who will play as Zoe…?

The Friend’s Pass

Like A Way Out and It Takes Two, Hazelight Studios’ staple feature, The Friend’s Pass*, returns again, allowing one player who owns the game to invite a friend to play online for free! Hazelight also plans to introduce crossplay, making playing with friends even easier across any platform. 

Split Fiction is coming to PlayStation 5 on March 6, 2025. 

*Friend’s Pass requires installation of the Friend’s Pass, persistent internet connection and applicable platform account. One user must own the full game in order for the co-op player to play the full game.

Astro Bot: five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today

It’s a great pleasure to see you with our first post of 2025. From all of us at Team Asobi, we wish you a wonderful year ahead.

Last year saw the release of Astro Bot, our biggest game to date. As well as picking several game awards, we have been blessed with countless comments and lovely words from you, the players. 

This has made the hard work of everyone at Team Asobi even more worth it. So from the bottom of our lil’ robotic hearts, hearts, a huge thank you to you all.

And now, into the main news! To start the year on a good note, we are delighted to announce new Astro Bot content is coming starting today. You might have noticed that a, yet unreleased, level of Astro Bot was featured at the PlayStation XP Tournament Final in London, England on January 18. That very level, along with 4 additional ones will be coming your way inside the brand-new Vicious Void Galaxy, starting today. 

As before, this new update is completely free of charge and a gift from us to you, the Astro Bot community.

These five levels will appear on a weekly basis as follows:

  • Feb 13: Tick-Tock Shock
  • Feb 20: Thrust or Bust
  • Feb 27: Cock-A-Doodle-Doom
  • Mar 6: Hard to Bear
  • Mar 13: Armored Hardcore

Note: All Astro Bot updates from February 13 to March 13 will be available every Thursday at 6:00am PT, 2:00pm GMT, and 10:00pm JST. 

Unlike our last update Winter Wonder, which was a walk through the Xmas park, this new update features harder levels to test your jumping skills. Each level comes with a brand-new Special Bot to rescue and, once that’s done, can be replayed in Time Attack mode with online rankings. To access these, you will need to have completed the main game. So sharpen those skills again and let’s get rescuing.


Astro Bot: five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today

“Tick Tock Shock”, the first of 5 new levels will release on February 13

But hold on, we still have more news. Alongside these five new levels, we are pleased to say that owners of the PS5 Pro will be able to enjoy an improved version of Astro Bot featuring a constant best resolution while still running at 60 frames per second.

That’s about all for this update. We hope you enjoy it. We want to take this chance to thank you, sincerely, for the ongoing support. We could not be happier with the way Astro was welcomed into so many new homes.  Your comments, positivity and kind words have carried us through the months and continue to warm our little robotic hearts. Thank you for your loyalty and we shall see you around.

Team Asobi out.

PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, TopSpin 2K25, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 1 and more

On February 18, as part of Game Catalog’s February lineup, you can enjoy Don’t Nod’s nostalgic journey through 90’s Michigan in the form of the first instalment of episodic narrative adventure Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 1. Tape 2 of the story launches into Game Catalog as part of April’s lineup on April 15. 

Also part of that lineup, you can also journey to the far reaches of the galaxy in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and the vibrant artificial turf of TopSpin 2K25. These games and more form February’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup* and will be available to play from February 18.

Two timeless classics are also joining PlayStation Plus Deluxe on the same day: PSP’s iconic rhythm game Patapon 3 and PS2’s combat flight simulation Dropship: United Peace Force.

Let’s take a closer look at all the games! 

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalog

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor | PS4, PS5

The story of Cal Kestis continues in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, a third person galaxy-spanning action-adventure game from Respawn Entertainment, developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games. This narratively-driven, single player title picks up five years after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and follows Cal’s increasingly desperate fight as the galaxy descends further into darkness. Pushed to the edges of the galaxy by the Empire, Cal will find himself surrounded by threats new and familiar. As one of the last surviving Jedi Knights, Cal is driven to make a stand during the galaxy’s darkest times – but how far is he willing to go to protect himself, his crew, and the legacy of the Jedi Order?

TopSpin 2K25 | PS4, PS5

The TopSpin franchise returns with TopSpin 2K25, featuring an array of tennis legends and player-creation options. Advanced gameplay mechanics, realistic physics, and immersive visuals are at the heart of TopSpin 2K25. Gather your friends and family to compete in intense, head-to-head matches on the same screen, or test your MyPLAYER’s mettle and showcase your tennis prowess on the World Tour or step into the 2K Tour as a playable pro, challenging players around the world with cross-play support. Deliver pinpoint precision on the court with the all-new Timing Meter, and hit the perfect serve with the new Serve Mechanic.

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 1 | PS5

Dontnod’s latest narrative adventure takes you to a picturesque corner of Michigan in 1995, where lies the seemingly sleepy little town of Velvet Cove. Between dense woodlands and serene lakes, it’s a place where beauty meets the bizarre. Cloaked in a carefully crafted dreampop soundtrack that blends nostalgia and ethereal vibes, rewind back to the 90s and live the defining summer of four high school girls as they forge bonds through their growing friendship, their punk band, and an unexplained event that will forever change their lives. Navigate between dual timelines and shape both narratives – in 1995 and 2022 – with each offering a piece of the larger puzzle: the life-changing secrets they uncovered back then and why they’re reuniting now, after all these years. Together, in this place, they’re forced to try and remember clearly the fateful memories that have eluded them for the past 27 years. The first episode of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage arrives February 18, with the second episode arriving as part of PlayStation Plus Game Catalog’s April lineup on April 15.

SaGa Frontier Remastered | PS4

The beloved 1998 RPG Classic, SaGa Frontier, is reborn with improved graphics, additional features, and a new main character! Alongside upgraded high-resolution graphics, the UI has been updated and improved. Additional new features have been added, including double-speed mode, making gameplay smoother than ever. Experience this role-playing adventure as one of the eight heroes, each with their own storyline and goals. With the Free Scenario system, unfold your own unique journey. Engage in dramatic battles, and use the Glimmer system to gain new skills and carry out combined attacks with your allies.

Somerville | PS4, PS5

Somerville is a sci-fi adventure grounded in the intimate repercussions of large-scale conflict. Live through the personal struggles of a young family separated in the final moments of a global conflict against a hostile alien civilization. Explore the devastation left behind by the invading alien force and those who resisted, learning more about their motives and methods the further you journey.

Tin Hearts | PS4, PS5

Embark on a series of lemmings-like puzzles to relive the captivating and emotional story of a genius inventor, Albert J. Butterworth, whilst guiding a troop of tin soldiers to reach their goal. Critically acclaimed for its moving narrative, refined puzzle design, and immersive atmosphere, Tin Hearts is a narrative puzzle adventure where the ghosts of the past emerge to tell a resonating tale of family, love, and compromise. Spanning across four distinctive acts with 50+ puzzles masterfully woven throughout a grand Victorian home, steadily uncover a variety of whimsical inventions with unique abilities to provide a safe route of passage for the tin soldiers to travel. 

Mordhau | PS4, PS5

Mordhau** is a multiplayer medieval slasher in which your mercenary will fight in brutal battles with fast paced combat, castle sieges, cavalry charges, and more. Fight waves of enemies from small-scale engagements to 64-player all-out war in modes such as Frontline and Invasion, or alongside your friends in the cooperative Horde mode. Feel the impact of every blow, and send limbs flying as you wreak havoc upon your foes. 

PlayStation Plus Deluxe

Patapon 3 | PS4, PS5

With quests and increased customization, prepare for a rhythmic adventure where keeping the beat will lead you to victory! Customize your troops with different weapons and abilities, and make sure to keep to the beat in a huge world packed with over 80 quests. Experience Patapon 3 originally released on the PSP, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. 

Dropship: United Peace Force | PS4, PS5

Dateline 2050: A world in turmoil where a sinister force threatens its very existence and only two outcomes are possible: global peace or global tyranny. As a new recruit to the United Peace Force Dropship squadron, your mission is to wipe out flashpoints across the globe, in an epic blockbuster that will determine the world’s fate. Control a variety of next-generation military land and air craft including Stealth Fighters, Battle Tanks and Armored Assault Vehicles across 20 explosive missions. Experience Dropship: United Peace Force originally released on PS2, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and PlayStation Plus Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day. 

**Mordhau is only applicable for Singapore.

(For Southeast Asia) Lost Soul Aside launches on PS5 and PC May 30

The wait is finally over. This is Yang Bing, as the creator of Lost Soul Aside, I couldn’t be more excited to share some big news—our action RPG will officially launch on PlayStation 5 and PC on May 30, 2025! What started as a one-person dream (me, a computer, and endless late nights) has evolved into a sprawling adventure full of breathtaking visuals and adrenaline-pumping combat.

Let me take you behind the scenes to explore the heart, soul, and sweat poured into this game. Whether you’re here for the stylish combat or the gripping story, there’s plenty to dive into. Let’s get started!


(For Southeast Asia) Lost Soul Aside launches on PS5 and PC May 30

A world that lives and breathes

Creating the world of Lost Soul Aside was like painting with imagination on a sci-fi fantasy canvas. You’ll traverse landscapes that feel alive: sunlit plains, mysterious ancient ruins, and alternate dimensions that buzz with energy. This world isn’t just eye candy—it’s filled with secrets, monsters, and unpredictable events that keep you interested.

But let’s talk about what really defines the experience—combat.

Two figures stand inside a massive arena, the interior sides of which can be glimpsed statues carved into the stone. Sunlight streams in from a gap in the ceiling.

Combat that packs a punch

My goal was simple: make combat so fluid, fast, and stylish that you never want to put the controller down. Kaser’s shape-shifting weapon adapts to your combat style. Are you a precise swordsman? A fan of devastating ranged attacks? Maybe you like high-speed mobility? Whatever your preference, the different type of weapons will serve you well.

One standout moment during development was designing the boss battles. The fight with a towering dragon remains one of my personal favorites. It challenges you to juggle aerial dodges, perfectly timed counters, and relentless strikes. Not to mention, it’s a visual feast that feels like being part of your own epic action movie.

Beneath the flashy moves, there’s depth for players who love to experiment. You can customize loadouts, chain synergistic combos, and strategize with Arena, Kaser’s dragon-like companion. His abilities aren’t just support—they’re game-changers, turning tough battles in your favor when used wisely.

From moment-to-moment clashes with enemies to massive set-piece battles, combat in Lost Soul Aside is designed to keep you on the edge of your seat, pushing your skills to the limit while rewarding creativity and precision.

A figure swings their sword during combat.

A story close to my heart

While combat takes center stage, Lost Soul Aside also weaves in a narrative about Kaser’s journey of redemption and discovery. As he uncovers the truth about Arena and their shared power, players will encounter a mix of personal challenges and high-stakes conflicts. The story focuses on creating memorable moments and connections, offering surprises without overwhelming the gameplay experience. And yes, there’s plenty of drama, because who doesn’t love a good gasp-worthy moment?

Two figures walk through ruins.

Made for PlayStation

Lost Soul Aside was built with PlayStation in mind, and I’m thrilled about the enhancements we’ve implemented:

  • Lightning-fast load times: With the PS5 SSD, you’ll transition seamlessly between exploration and combat.
  • DualSense controller magic: Feel the tension of every blade swing with adaptive triggers and haptic feedback.
  • 4K eye candy: The world comes alive in stunning detail with dynamic lighting and meticulously crafted environments.

PC players, don’t worry—the game is fully optimized to deliver smooth performance and retains all the core gameplay features.

Pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition 

We’re excited to reveal the exclusive rewards for those who jump in early:

  • Pre-Order Bonuses:
  • Kaser’s original outfit from the game’s earliest reveal, giving players a nostalgic look back at how it all began.
  • A starter pack of in-game currency to help you kick off your adventure.
  • A bundle of healing potions, perfect for those challenging early game battles.

Get your hands on the standard edition (Digital/Disc) of Lost Soul Aside for SGD 79.90 / MYR 249 / IDR 879,000 / THB 1,990 / PHP 2,990 / VND 1,499,000 SRP. There will also be a Digital Deluxe Edition of the game.

The Digital Deluxe edition of Lost Soul Aside (SGD 97.90 / MYR 299 / IDR 1,029,000 / THB 2,290 SRP) will include the game, all the pre-order incentives, as well as Arena’s exclusive golden outfit, three unique weapon fragment skins, two in-game accessories that provide useful boosts for your journey, a Digital Soundtrack and Artbook.

Don’t miss out on these extras—they’re a heartfelt thank-you to everyone supporting us from the start.


Save the date

Lost Soul Aside will launch on May 30  2025 on PS5 and PC. Pre-orders will open on February 20, and you can secure your copy on PlayStation Store and PC storefronts. 

This journey has been incredible, and I’m beyond excited for you to step into Kaser and Arena’s world. Thank you for your support through all the ups and downs of development. Now, it’s almost time to see what Lost Soul Aside is all about. Until then, happy gaming!

(For Southeast Asia) Days Gone Remastered announced for PS5, launches April 25

Days Gone Remastered rides onto PlayStation 5 April 25, 2025! A game nearest and dearest to our hearts, with our good partners at Climax Studios, we strived to make this the definitive way to play Days Gone for new and returning players. Step into the dirt flecked shoes of former outlaw biker Deacon St. John and feel his desperate struggle for survival in a brutal open world ravaged by feral creatures known as Freakers.

We at Bend Studio are very excited to share our first look at Days Gone Remastered with our announcement trailer, giving you a sneak peek of brand new content to play!


(For Southeast Asia) Days Gone Remastered announced for PS5, launches April 25

Built for the PS5

Days Gone Remastered is brought to new life by the PlayStation 5 console featuring improved graphical fidelity, increased foliage draw distance, improved shadow and lighting quality, Tempest 3D Audio*, VRR support** and more. Select your preferred playing experience between Quality mode for increased resolution or Performance mode for improved framerates. And with the added power of the PS5 Pro, Days Gone has truly never looked better on PlayStation!

DualSense controller support

Feel the intensity of Days Gone with its full use of the DualSense wireless controller’s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Ride across the Broken Road and feel the rumble of your bike’s engine or the wheels gripping the dirt roads in the palm of your hands. Lose yourself in the unique environment of the Pacific Northwest with weather haptics including rain and thunder. Get to grips with the distinct feel and resistance of various weapons from Deacon’s arsenal while fighting your way through hordes of Freakers.

New Accessibility features

Accessible play is important to us at Bend Studio. Days Gone Remastered gave us the opportunity to expand our suite of accessibility features, allowing even more players to enjoy our world. To highlight a few of these new settings, Days Gone Remastered includes High Contrast mode, Game Speed, UI Narration, Collectible Audio Cues, Controller Remapping, Field of View slider, and more.

Not only is Days Gone Remastered receiving PS5 enhancements, but we’re also throwing in new content to play!

Horde Assault – A survival arcade mode

Experience an all-new way to play Days Gone! Horde Assault offers fresh and unexpected gameplay designed to challenge your skills as you try to achieve a high score while surviving as long as possible against increased horde sizes and various other enemies, like vicious survivors and evolved Freakers. And yes, we said increased horde sizes. Good luck.

Travel across familiar regions found in the story including the Cascade, Belknap, Lost Lake, and Crater Lake. But be warned: This World Comes For You. Fight your way through a brutal, ever-changing landscape where enemies escalate in difficulty the longer you survive. Move up in level to earn in-mode rewards with never-before-playable characters, new patch cosmetics, and unique Injectors to greatly impact your gameplay experience. Stay tuned for more information on Horde Assault coming soon!

Permadeath mode

Do you have the skill – and nerve – to take on the ultimate challenge by attempting to finish the compelling story of Deacon St. John’s journey in one single playthrough without dying?

In a world where everything is out to kill you, your skills will be tested to the limit and mastery is required to conquer Permadeath mode. If you meet your unfortunate end, you must either return to the beginning of the game or the start of the second act and try your luck again – dependent on which setting you choose. Achieve this great feat and be rewarded with a special graphic recording your time it took to complete, unique stats like how many Freakers you killed during your playthrough, and more. Of course, you’ll receive a shiny new PlayStation Trophy as well.

Did we mention that yet? Days Gone Remastered will have a new Trophy pack for you to unlock, specifically for the new game modes! Go get ‘em trophy hunters.

Additional content

But wait, there’s more! We love our Days Gone community and wanted to provide a small gift that keeps on giving. At launch, Days Gone Remastered will get another game mode – Equip your nitrous and race against the clock in the all-new Speedrun mode; you’ll need to play through the story as quickly as possible. Be sure to share your best times with a special end game graphic to post on social media!

For all our virtual photographers out there, we are pleased to announce our Enhanced Photo Mode. That’s right, the Photo Mode you’ve come to love is getting an improvement. Take out your virtual camera once more with additions such as time-of-day setting, a three-point lighting system, and new logo options.We cannot wait to see what new shots you will come up with!

Pricing and pre-order bonuses

Days Gone Remastered lands on PlayStation 5 as a digital-only title on April 25, 2025! For players that have purchased Days Gone on PlayStation 4, you can upgrade to Days Gone Remastered including all new content and features for SGD 11.97 / MYR 40 / IDR 150,000 / THB 203. For new players who do not own Days Gone, you can purchase Days Gone Remastered for SGD 67.90 / MYR 209 / IDR 729,000 / THB 1690****.

Upgrade will be available starting at launch on April 25, 2025. Owners of the PS4 disc copies must insert them into their PS5 every time they want to download or play the PS5 digital version. PS4 game disc owners who buy the PS5 Digital Edition disc-free console will not be able to get the PS5 version for the discounted price. PS4 game redemptions via PlayStation Plus are not eligible for upgrade.

For new and returning players, you can pre-order Days Gone Remastered starting tomorrow to receive eight new PSN Avatars featuring several of your favourite Days Gone characters at launch, along with five Early Unlocks to gain a slight advantage when you hit the Broken Road for the first time in the Story.

PSN Avatars: Deacon, Jack, Sarah, Rager, Boozer, Nero, Rikki, Horde. Early Unlocks: Monkey Wrench Skill, Nitrous Upgrade 1, Shroud upgrade 1, Drifter Crossbow, Gas Tank upgrade 1.

Available on PC

To our PC community, rest assured that all new content and features will be coming to Days Gone on Steam and the Epic Games Store day-and-date, April 25, 2025! For all owners of Days Gone on PC, you can purchase the Broken Road DLC for only SGD 11.97 / MYR 40 / IDR 150,000 / THB 203 **** to receive:

  • Horde Assault – A survival arcade mode
  • Permadeath mode
  • Speedrun mode
  • DualSense haptic feedback support*****
  • New Accessibility features
  • Enhanced Photo Mode

If you do not own Days Gone on PC, you must buy the full version of Days Gone to also purchase the Broken Road DLC.

Stay tuned to Bend Studio on your favorite social media channels to get you ready for the road to launch!

* 3D audio via built-in TV speakers or analogue/USB stereo headphones. Setup required.
** Compatible TV or display required.
*** Check PS Store at launch for local pricing. Upgrade will be available starting at launch. Owners of the PS4 disc copies must insert them into their PS5 every time they want to download or play the PS5 digital version. PS4 game disc owners who buy the PS5 Digital Edition disc-free console will not be able to get the PS5 version for the discounted price. Game redemptions via PlayStation Plus are not eligible for upgrade. 
**** Check store pages for local pricing.
*****For DualSense controller, wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features

State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Today’s State of Play included new game reveals, fresh looks at upcoming titles, confirmation of several release dates and more! We want to get you straight into the headlines of the show, so without further preamble… 

You’ll find the show in full ready to rewatch below. Underneath that, we recap the individual announcements, featuring full trailers for each, and game creators share more insights into their titles through a selection of new PS Blog posts.  


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 



State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Borderlands 4

Gearbox shone the spotlight on its upcoming looter-shooter Borderlands 4, confirming its PS5 release for September 23. The new trailer gives insight into the intense action, devastating Action Skills, and all-new movement abilities that await you on the planet Kairos. As mentioned in the trailer’s outro, the full Borderlands 4 gameplay reveal will debut during a State of Play coming later this spring.

Gearbox introduces what’s new to the series in a dedicated PS Blog post. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Darwin’s Paradox!

In this puzzle platformer releasing 2025 on PS5, take on the role of Darwin, an octopus snatched from the sea and thrust into a mysterious food factory. Darwin has all of the evolutionary features of an octopus including the ability to climb almost any surface, camouflage himself, and also the skill to shoot ink to evade his enemies. 

Find out how DualSense controller features will immerse you in the life of an octopus. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Dave the Diver: Ichiban’s Holiday

It’s a partnership that’s sure to make a splash: Dave the Diver is joining forces with Like a Dragon. Kasuga Ichiban decides to take a well-deserved break at the Blue Hole and stumbles upon a dolphin-poaching syndicate, forcing Ichiban and Dave to dive into action. Be ready for karaoke, beat’em up style infiltration and familiar faces when the DLC launches this April on PS5 and PS4. 

Mintrocket shares more details on the DLC how a fateful meeting at Tokyo Game Show led to the crossover. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Days Gone Remastered 

Days Gone Remastered rides onto PlayStation 5 April 25, 2025, and is brought to new life with improved graphical fidelity, Tempest 3D Audio, and DualSense features. There’s also new content, including survival arcade mode Horde Assault, Permadeath mode and more. Owners of the PS4 and PC versions can upgrade for $10USD. 

Bend Studio discusses more about the remaster, including a post-launch Speedrun mode. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Digimon Time Stranger

The latest installment in the Digimon Story series, Digimon Story Time Stranger, is set to release in 2025 on PlayStation 5. In this JRPG, players will travel between the human world and the fantastic realms of the Digital World, and features an improved battle system, fan-favorite characters like Agumon and Omegamon, as well as other Digimon in brand new roles.

Get the first story and gameplay details from Bandai Namco. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Directive 8020

Meet some of the Cassiopeia’s crew in a new gameplay trailer of the upcoming sci-fi horror from Supermassive Games, which is set for release October 2 on PS5. The DNA of the Dark Pictures is still present, from branching storylines to split-second QTEs, but new, redesigned and amped up gameplay elements brings a new vision to the series. 

You’ll need every tool in your arsenal to survive the claustrophobic, stranded wreck of the Cassiopeia. Supermassive Games explain how in a new PS Blog post. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Dreams of Another

Q-Games introduced Dreams of Another, the newest addition to the PixelJunk series, coming to PS5 and PS VR2 this year. This third-person exploration-action game is built around the philosophical theme, “There is no creation without destruction”.Rather than destroying objects by shooting, your shots materialize and rebuild the world. This unconventional mechanic offers a gameplay experience that challenges the norms of the genre and invites players into a whole new dimension.

Discover the tech, story and music of this intriguing adventure with a fuller first look with Q-Games. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Five Nights At Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic

Steel Wool Games is bringing players another excursion into the horror trappings of Five Nights at Freddy’s. Secret of the Mimic is an all-new adventure launching on PS5 and PS VR2 later this year on June 13, and this gameplay reveal teased the objectives – and some of the terrors – you can expect to encounter. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Hell Is Us

Alongside a new gameplay trailer teasing some of the characters and combat, action-adventure Hell is Us revealed its PS5 release date in today’s State of Play – September 4.  


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Lies of P: Overture 

2023 action RPG Lies of P is receiving a prequel in the form of DLC Lies of P: Overture, transporting you to the city of Krat back in its time of grandeur, before its collapse. On the brink of the Puppet Frenzy massacre, you follow the Legendary Stalker—a mysterious guide—through untold stories and chilling secrets. As Geppetto’s deadly puppet, you’ll journey through Krat and its surroundings, uncover hidden secrets, and face epic battles that shape the past and future of Lies of P. 

You won’t have long to wait to play – Lies of P: Overture launches this summer on PS5 and PS4. More details from the studio. 

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

If you’ve been readying to head to the high seas for Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio’s new action adventure when it launches next month, the studio has a nice surprise for you: a PS5 demo of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available February 14! It’s the perfect opportunity for newcomers to experience this spin-off featuring fan-favorite character Goro Majima. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Lost Soul Aside

Ultizero Games welcomes you to Lost Soul Aside, an exhilarating sci-fi adventure that features stylish combat with customizable loadouts and synergistic combos, as well as diverse environments, unique enemies, fascinating characters, and a compelling story, creating a world full of tension and exploration. The game launches on PS5 and PC May 30. 

The studio discusses the game’s mechanics and storyline in a new PS Blog post. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Metal Eden

Described as an adrenaline rush sci-fi FPS by its creator Reikon Games, Metal Eden is set on a far-flung future space colony that’s under threat. A combat-ready android – Aska – is deployed to protect the colonists. Expect fast-paced action when the game launches on PS5 May 6.  

Find out about the game’s Core-Ripping mechanic in a PS Blog post written by its creator. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Naked Snake sneaks onto PS5 August 28! To mark the announcement of the release date, Konami shared a new trailer for the upcoming remake, including the first in-game look at the Cobra Unit. And that’s not all, as the trailer’s end reveals the remake will include the return of the Snake vs Monkey minigame mode. 

New easter eggs, quick-select camo and not letting fans down: Konami talk more about remaking the beloved classic. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

MindsEye

Join Jacob Diaz on his journey to find answers to his past in action adventure MindsEye. This pair of trailers tease some of the story beats and intense encounters you’ll have in the fictional near-future Americana city of Redrock. The game’s on target to launch this summer on PS5.  

Details on the future tech and story that’ll shape the game, as told by its developer Build A Rocket Boy. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Monster Hunter Wilds 

Capcom joined us at State of Play not only to prime players for the imminent launch of Monster Hunter Wilds on February 28, but also reveal the roster of colossal foes increases by at least one very soon, with the release of a post-launch Title Update this Spring! 

Meet the majestic monster Mizutsune in a new PS Blog post by Capcom. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny

Capcom unsheathed two Onimusha-related announcements at today’s State of Play. Firstly, it revealed a new gameplay trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword and confirmed late, iconic Japanese samurai movie star Toshiro Mifune is to serve as the face model for its protagonist Miyamoto Musashi. While the game is slated for 2026 on PS5, the newly revealed remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny comes to PS5 and PS4 May 23 this year. 

Find out more about both games, including updates that will be included in the remaster, here. 

PlayStation Plus 

Today’s show also unveiled titles coming to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog over the coming months. February’s lineup – playable February 18 – includes Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Top Spin 2K25, and launching into Game Catalog, the first episode (Tape 1) of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, from the creators of Life is Strange. Two indie titles also launch into Game Catalog later this year – architectural adventure Blue Prince and six-player survival crafting game Abiotic Factor. 

Find out the full Game Catalog lineup for February and other games coming soon to PlayStation Plus, including the first three Armored Core titles onto PlayStation Plus Premium. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Saros

Housemarque announced its new title Saros, which launches on PS5 in 2026. This all-new action game tells the haunting story of a lost off-world colony on Carcosa under an ominous eclipse. You play as Arjun Devraj, a powerful Soltari Enforcer who will stop at nothing to find who he is looking for. An extended gameplay look will be released later this year. 

Housemarque shares first details on its evolution of the satisfying core gameplay introduced in Returnal. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

The iconic Shinobi series returns August 29, 2025 in an all-new 2D action platformer revival, featuring the unique hand-drawn style of Lizardcube, the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4. This level-based game, launching on PS5 and PS4, captures the essence of the past games, with fast-paced action, special powers and more. 

Lizardcube and Sega sit down to discuss the reinvention of the classic series, and tease what players can expect when the game launches. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds

Sega revealed the first gameplay for its new four-wheeled Sonic racer, roaring onto PS5 and PS4 in the future. It introduces Travel Rings, transporting players from one world to a completely new location during races, and the RPG-like Gadget feature, letting players select different perks to deploy on the track. 

Sega shares more about those new features, as well as the return of Extreme Gear, and the most extensive vehicle customization to date, in a tie-in PS Blog post. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Split Fiction

Learn about the power of friendship in Split Fiction, a co-op adventure from It Takes Two creator Hazelight Studios coming to PS5. Playing as Mio or Zoe, you’ll encounter bizarre situations as the two traverse stories born from their own wild imaginations. You’ll be able to invite a friend to play online for free with Friend’s Pass – as long as one of you owns the game, both of you can play.

Splitgate 2

A Splitgate 2 Alpha drops onto PS5 February 27! This alpha is built around Multi-Team Portal Warfare mode, a 3 team, 8v8v8, 24 player battle, set on a map twenty times larger than any map in the game yet. 1047 Games are continuing to improve the game based on feedback from internal and external playtests, so this is your opportunity to shape the future of the game. 

The game launches on PS5 and PS4 in 2025. Find out more here.  


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Stellar Blade

The sci-fi action game teams up with Goddess of Victory: Nikke for exciting new content: a boss battle, collectible dolls, stickers, and new outfits. Both the PC version of Stellar Blade and the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC (available on PS5 and PC) launch in June.


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

The Midnight Walk

After its reveal in our last State of Play, Moonhood returns with a new gameplay trailer for its handcrafted dark fantasy adventure The Midnight Walk and comes accompanied by a launch date: May 8! 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Tides of Annihilation

Eclipse Glow Studio unveiled Tides of Annihilation, a single player action-adventure game that thrusts you into a shattered, mystical London. Players will take on the role of Gwendolyn, who wields the power of a mysterious gray mist that can manifest two spectral knights at her side, with players required to strategically choose which knights to summon based on their preferred gameplay style and the challenges they face.  

The game’s creator talks about two distinct, interconnected realms of London and the colossal knights that roam Greater London and which must be defeated. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

Warriors: Abyss

Dynasty Warriors gets a roguelite twist in Warriors: Abyss, which launches today on PS5 and PS4! Play as over 100 heroes while battling hordes of enemies in hell, requiring you to change up the combinations of heroes and items to discover new strategies to overcome challenging obstacles and plunge deeper into the unknown! 

Unique mechanics and over 16 billion battle style combinations: find out more about Warriors Abyss direct from Tecmo Koei. 


State of Play February 2025: all announcements, trailers 

WWE 2K25

WWE’s Paul Heyman joined us at State of Play to introduce a new look at WWE 2K25, The trailer introduced The Island, which will feature in the game when it launches on PS5 and PS4 March 14. The Island is an online open-world environment filled with WWE-themed landmarks, quests, live events, and shops, with up to 50 other players at a time. The Island also offers deep customization, giving players the chance to personalize their MySuperstars like never before.

Elden Ring Nightreign launches May 30, new hands-on report

Elden Ring Nightreign, a new co-op adventure set within the Elden Ring universe, comes to PS5 and PS4 on May 30. Elden Ring Nightreign is an all-new standalone adventure by FromSoftware that thrusts players into co-op multiplayer PvE combat to take on the creeping night and the dangers within.

We recently got the chance to participate in the upcoming network test* ahead of its public release on February 14, so read on for our first impressions of our journey into the perilous realm of Limveld.

*The network test is based on a build still under development. Various elements of the game, such as specs, names, and parameters, may differ from the final product.

Experience fast-paced gameplay that encapsulates the best elements of RPGs

Elden Ring was mainly a single player experience, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Take your time, and, provided you’ve tucked yourself away in a safe location, you’re able to put the controller down to leave your room. 

By contrast, Elden Ring Nightreign’s focus on three-player co-op survival action means you must always be alert and aware of your squad’s movements, regardless of whether you’re working together or strike out to explore separately. 

This is because of Nightreign’s Night’s Tide mechanic, which steadily contracts your explorable play area over time, with every session concluding with you coming face to face with a powerful boss. It is crucial then to strengthen and upgrade your characters and party by nightfall to prepare for the boss fight, so you’ll need to get used to the fast-paced gameplay and split-second decision-making.

Upgraded movesets to match intense co-op gameplay

While the basic move sets of Elden Ring Nightreign are akin to Elden Ring, Nightreign introduces new actions and movements. Examples include wall jumping and traversing the air by holding onto Spectral Hawks. You also won’t take any fall damage no matter how far you fall or jump. 

Furthermore, you can sprint by holding down L3, in addition to the regular dash. The sprint is comparable in speed to Torrent, the spectral steed from Elden Ring. It almost felt like I was speed-running the game when I was wall-jumping and lunging off cliffs without worrying about fall damage. Overall, the game delivers a fresh new experience reminiscent of the original Elden Ring, while feeling unique.

Attack your fellow Nightfarers to revive them

If you are near death during battle, your teammates can rescue you by attacking you. You can also lock-on to a downed player, so you can rescue them from a safe distance with a long-range attack. A rescue is complete when the dying player’s meter is reduced. If a player goes down repeatedly, the meter will get longer, making it harder to complete the rescue. During the day, if players aren’t rescued in time, they die and respawn afterward. At night, players do not die. Instead, they remain incapacitated/”near death” until they are rescued.The meter resets when you visit a Site of Grace. The sting of death hits differently in Elden Ring Nightreign compared to the original game, as it means you’ll be putting your co-op partners at risk.

Challenging foes make for satisfying battles and triumphs

While there are a number of differences between Elden Ring and Elden Ring Nightreign, the palpable sense of accomplishment that comes from overcoming a boss is still potent. The game is undeniably challenging, like Dark Souls and Elden Ring, but learning from trial and error will help you progress through each challenge. 

We failed the first four of our five attempted runs. After each loss, we ventured out further to explore more of the map, and spent time strategizing and studying the bosses’ moves until we finally managed to take it down in the final session. One run (a three day-and-night cycle) takes about 35-40 minutes to complete, and we were able to complete five runs during our four-hour hands-on, and we defeated the Nightlord on the third day of our final session. I couldn’t help myself from doing a small fist pump when it was over.

The thrill of joining forces to overcome challenges

It took some time to get the hang of co-op, but rescuing a near-death teammate is an easy way to contribute to the team, and you can help strengthen other players by offering them a weapon you acquired if it is better suited for them. Though each Nightfarer can venture out on their own, exploring and facing challenges is best as a team. 

My team found success when we dropped pins on the map to make sure we were all headed towards the same direction, tackled major overworld enemies together, and made sure to upgrade our flasks at the churches. This strategy set us up for a better Nightlord fight on the third day. As we progressed, my squad mates got a better hang of their characters so they could leverage their unique abilities and Ultimates more effectively. I enjoyed the sense of solidarity that came from working as a team, and that feeling is one of the best parts about playing a co-op game.

Elden Ring Nightreign launches May 30 on PS5 and PS4.

State of Play returns tomorrow, February 12

State of Play is back tomorrow, February 12! Tune in live for news and updates on great games coming to PS5. The show celebrates a creative and unique selection of exciting games from studios around the world.

The 40+ minute show begins February 12 at 2pm PT / 5pm ET |  11pm CET / February 13 at 7am JST on YouTube and Twitch, and will be broadcast in English and Japanese. See you tomorrow!

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PlayStation Store: January 2025’s top downloads

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped the download charts last month. Marvel Rivals tops the free-to-play category. Blockbusters continue to line the PS5 charts, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Grand Theft Auto V remaining in the top five of January’s US and EU lists. The beat goes on as Beat Saber lands the top spot on the PS VR2 charts in both the US and EU regions.

Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?

PS5 Games

US/CanadaEU
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6EA SPORTS FC 25
Grand Theft Auto VGrand Theft Auto V
NBA 2K25Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
EA SPORTS Madden NFL 25Hogwarts Legacy
PhasmophobiaMinecraft
MinecraftPhasmophobia
EA SPORTS FC 25UFC 5
EA SPORTS College Football 25Arma Reforger
Arma ReforgerCyberpunk 2077
Hogwarts LegacyThe Crew Motorfest
DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINSThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Cyberpunk 2077NBA 2K25
ASTRO BOTHell Let Loose
NINJA GAIDEN 2 BlackASTRO BOT
HELLDIVERS 2F1 24
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor
The Crew MotorfestMarvel’s Spider-Man 2
NHL 25Palworld
UFC 5Among Us
PalworldSea of Thieves

*Naming of products may differ between regions
*Upgrades not included

PS4 Games

US/CanadaEU
Red Dead Redemption 2EA SPORTS FC 25
theHunter: Call of the WildRed Dead Redemption 2
Need for Speed HeatNeed for Speed Heat
Batman: Arkham KnightThe Forest
The ForestA Way Out
A Way OutBattlefield V
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6Unravel Two
Grand Theft Auto VGrand Theft Auto V
MinecraftBatman: Arkham Knight
Need for Speed PaybackBattlefield 1
Gang BeaststheHunter: Call of the Wild
Battlefield VNeed for Speed Payback
STAR WARS Battlefront IIHogwarts Legacy
Mortal Kombat XMinecraft
Mafia TrilogyBattlefield 4
Unravel TwoGang Beasts
Battlefield 4Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Middle-earth: Shadow of WarMafia Trilogy
Overcooked! 2Mortal Kombat X
Stardew ValleySTAR WARS Battlefront II

         *Naming of products may differ between regions

PS VR2 Games*

US/CanadaEU
Beat SaberBeat Saber
Among Us VRCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition
Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionMetro Awakening
Alien: Rogue IncursionAmong Us VR
Arken AgePavlov
Arizona Sunshine 2Alien: Rogue Incursion
PavlovArken Age
Metro AwakeningArizona Sunshine 2
Swordsman VRSubside
Skydance’s BEHEMOTHSwordsman VR

 *PS Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included

Free to Play (PS5 + PS4)

US/CanadaEU
Marvel RivalsFortnite
FortniteMarvel Rivals
RobloxRoblox
Call of Duty: WarzoneRocket League
Wuthering Waves: Version 2.0Call of Duty: Warzone
Rocket LeagueUFL
Fall GuysAsphalt Legends Unite
Asphalt Legends UniteWuthering Waves: Version 2.0
Apex LegendsFall Guys
The Sims 4VALORANT