Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, a sequel to the action-adventure Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, is due to set sail tomorrow, February 21 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. We recently had a conversation with Masayoshi Yokoyama, RGG Studio Director and the Like a Dragon Series Executive Producer, about what went on behind the scenes during the development of the Pirate Battle system, as well as why he thinks Goro Majima remains a fan-favorite to this day.Masayoshi YokoyamaA narrative-driven game designLike a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii introduces a new combat system called Pirate Battles, where players can engage in cannon battles aboard their ships. Was it your plan all along to create a game that was vastly different from the rest of the series? How did the idea come about?To be honest, we werent sure where the game would end up when we first kicked off development. We had a story that we wanted to tell, and we started from there. There were still a number of unanswered questions after Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, like what would happen to Hawaii and how the former yakuza, after their complete dissolution, would continue with their lives. We thought the best way to answer these questions was to create a spin-off game. That being said, at the start of development, we had no idea that wed end up implementing Pirate Battles into the game.Did you develop the Pirate Battle system from the ground up, specifically for this game?Yes. The Like a Dragon team excels at reworking existing assets to build new systems, but we did create the Pirate Battle system from scratch.The canon battle that is part of the Pirate Battle is essentially a shooting game, and shooters can end up being too complex and difficult for players who arent used to action games. We ideated various concepts to avoid increasing the difficulty too much, like creating a mini-game where you shoot enemy ships from a 2D birds-eye view. However, our development team worked hard to implement realistic 3D pirate ships that the player can steer to engage in cannon battles. It did make the game slightly more challenging though, so we spent extra time making sure the difficulty level was just right for a Like a Dragon game.Its easy to make something as effortless as possible, but if its not challenging or rewarding, its not a lot of fun. In the end, we decided to make naval battles in the main story easier to play, and at the same time came up with the Pirates Coliseum, an arena perfect for players looking to challenge themselves with back-to-back fights with powerful enemies. There are only a few battles that are required to progress the main story, but we also wanted to cater to players looking for a challenge. This is similar to what we did with the Coliseum in Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, so weve taken this kind of dual approach more often with our recent games.My dream is for the Pirate Battle to be embraced by players all over the world and for us to create an online battle mode. However, I understand the game will need to be super successful for that to happen. If the Pirate Battle system is well-received and players ask for a game focused on it, that feedback will most certainly impact the games we make in the future.Majimas confidence in his powers allows him to make big life-altering decisionsDid your impression of Majima change throughout the games development?Majima shows a different side of himself when he meets a boy named Noah in this game. Majima suffers from amnesia and has forgotten who he is, but deep down he knows he probably spent his life as a good-for-nothing hoodlum. Then he meets Noah and develops a paternal bond with him, wishing to help fulfill his dreams. You certainly see Majima through a different lens in this game.Noah suffers from chronic asthma, and his father, Jason, forbids him from leaving their island over concerns about his well-being. Never having left the confines of his island, Noah yearns to see the rest of the world. Thats where Majima comes in, after getting washed up on the islands beach. Noah and Jason both struggle with their suppressed emotions, but Majima swoops in and helps break them out of their hardened shells. The game begins with Majima embarking on his journey with Noah and Jason by his side.His lack of memories does not stop Majima from throwing himself into anything that piques his interest. He is the sort of guy that can make life-altering decisions that others will find extremely difficult. Some may call him shortsighted, but Majima is able to accomplish all of this because he is fully confident in his strength and capabilities. Although he has no recollection of his past, he takes action because he knows he has the power to protect Noah no matter what.Throttle your enemies with Majimas signature Mad Dog StyleCould you tell us what went on behind the scenes during the development of Majimas two fighting styles, the Pirate and Mad Dog styles?We settled on the concept for Pirate Style fairly early on. We started brainstorming ideas like his pirate costume, cutlass, and flying weapons, and it all came together very quickly.On the other hand, the Mad Dog Style was a challenge. Majima is usually not a playable character, so we didnt have much experience developing fighting motions and movements tailored to him. We did, however, have a lot of experience developing Majima as the antagonist, so we had to expand on that.Another challenge was that the moves Majima used in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth were far too powerful for a playable character, but we also knew that players would want to experience Majimas signature fighting style. So, we spent a lot of time mulling over how we could adapt Majimas unique moves for a playable character, and how we could rework them to be appropriate for a fighting action game instead of an RPG. We ended up spending nearly three times more working on the Mad Dog Style compared to the Pirate Style.However, the Mad Dog Style ended up less flashy and spectacular compared to the Pirate Style, so maybe it wasnt the most effective use of our time and energy (laughs). Still, I am glad that we went with two battle styles, because I saw many players trying out the Mad Dog Style at hands-on events, probably because it best represents Majima and his scrappy ways. I personally prefer the Pirate Style because I like AOE attacks, but both are different and super fun.Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii launches on PS5 and PS4 February 21.

Hello everyone, Im Yonghe Wang Creative Director at Pollard Studios and today I am very excited to announce on behalf of my team and our publisher Wired Productions that Karma: The Dark World will be launching on PlayStation 5 on March 27. The game will also support PS5 Pro enhancements.To celebrate, we thought we would share a breakdown of how the team is making the most of the PS5 Pro features to enhance the games visuals and performance and to share the second in a trilogy of trailers showcasing some of the surreal environments and characters in the game hinting at their relationship to you the player. Please Enjoy!Play VideoWhat Is Karma: The Dark World?Karma: The Dark World is a first-person cinematic psychological thriller which takes place in a cassette future alternate timeline set after World War II. In our game, a company known as Leviathan obtained unfathomable technology that allowed them to wrestle Eastern Germany under their control, installing a regime that oppresses the citizens and places productivity and obedience as gospel.They achieve this through a variety of means, from mass surveillance and mind-altering substances, to their secret organization of Nightcrawlers, special ROAM Agents who have the authority to investigate crime scenes and arrest citizens for interrogation and for Mind Dives a special technology that allows them to dive into the memories of their subjects, and inhabit their memories, living and interacting with the events in their memories as they seek out the truth dealing with the horrors of peoples pasts and twisted interpretations of emotions, guilt, and trauma from their harshest experiences.You play Daniel McGovern, a ROAM agent tasked with investigating a theft at one of the Leviathan scientific institutes, and a job that leads to much greater investigation into love, humanity, empathy, and the complexities of morality.Creating the Dark WorldI believe creation is a profound dialogue with the human soul, transcending books or films to encompass real-life experiences and emotions. We focus on integrating philosophical reflection into game design, as reflected in the title of this work. The relationship between cause and effect is interlinked, with each moment, character connection, event, and more spirally constructing the entire world.Through Karma, we aim to break the boundaries of traditional storytelling, crafting an experience that entertains while provoking thought. It is not just a virtual journey but a mirror to reality, urging players to seek their own answers within the game.Our team employ stark contrasts in lighting and bold color palettes, aiming to immerse players in an experience that merges realism with surrealisminspired by the vibes of games from Remedy (Alan Wake, Control) and the abstract nature of visual storytelling found within the works of the late, great David Lynch (Twin Peaks, Fire Walk With Me, Eraserhead) whose artistry profoundly influenced our game development, inspiring us to pay tribute to and learn from his works. At the core of our creation is a pursuit of a unique experiential qualitysomething hauntingly beautiful that lingers even after closing ones eyes, and an effort to blur the boundaries between reality and illusion.Within the game, we pay homage to Mr. David Lynch, and we hope players will cherish this journey.The power of PS5 ProDuring development we had the opportunity to start utilizing the PS5 Pro kit, and further enhance the visuals and performance of the world that we have created. Wed like to take a moment to share with you the features that PS5 Pro players can look forward to as well as some exclusive environmental footage captured directly from a PlayStation 5 Pro.Play VideoPSSR integrationOur game fully leverages PlayStations Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology, delivering:Superior image quality with advanced reconstruction techniquesEnhanced edge definition and texture clarityMinimal performance overhead while maintaining visual fidelityImproved detail preservation in motionPerformance metricsThrough careful optimization, weve achieved:Native 4K resolution (38402160)Rock-solid 60 FPS performanceConsistent frame pacing for smooth gameplayEnhanced texture streaming utilizing PS5 Pros increased memory bandwidthVisual enhancementsThe PS5 Pro version delivers:Higher quality texture filteringEnhanced volumetric effectsImproved distance renderingSuperior temporal stabilityTechnical InfrastructureOur implementation takes full advantage of PS5 Pros hardware capabilities:Optimized memory utilizationEnhanced shader processingImproved asset streamingAdvanced post-processing effectsI hope youve enjoyed this behind-the-scenes look into how we crafted the visual design of Karma. Whether you are playing on PlayStation 5 or PS5 Pro we promise this is a story that will stay with you for a long time.Karma: The Dark World launches on PlayStation 5 on March 27. And we are excited for you to step into the shoes of a ROAM agent but remember the mind is a dangerous place.

Hello! Im Oli, the game director at Kaizen Game Works, the creators of Paradise Killer. Im thrilled to announce that the playable demo for our new open world mascot management crime drama, Promise Mascot Agency, is out today on PS5!Play VideoWeve spent a long time working on this game, and the whole team is excited for PlayStation players to get their hands on it. Let me kick it to you straight; the PS5 rules. All of us at Kaizen primarily play on PlayStation, and we all grew up with the original PlayStation, PS2, PS3 and PS4. I collect PlayStation and PS2 games, and that era directly influenced the design of Promise Mascot Agency.I love PS2 games where you Hangout And Do Stuff. Have you ever played Way of the Samurai, Raw Danger, Boku No Natsuyasumi and Steambot Chronicles? You should! You can really chill in those games, meet interesting characters, make important choices and explore at your leisure. Thats the kind of game we wanted to make; a fun world with mysteries, weirdos, secrets, good gameplay friction and immaculate vibes.Take control of the exiled yakuza lieutenant Michi, and team up with the chaos goblin Pinky to save a bankrupt mascot agency and solve the underworld conspiracy that got Michi sent to a cursed town on the coast of Japan. In this game, mascots are living creatures and the town of Kaso-Machi is filled with misfits that cant find work anywhere else. Michi is going to need to build a new family of mascots and help them achieve their dreams, so he can save the business and his yakuza family back home.Kaso-Machi is a town living under a supernatural curse. The mountain in the centre of the island is a playground for spirits and gods. The town is steeped in superstition and occult stories. Michi is able to try to solve the mystery behind ghost sightings, escaped sin talismans and the mythical Tsuchinoko creature. However, his time in town might be limited; the curse that hangs over the town kills any yakuza that come to visit. Can Michi save the mascot agency and solve a conspiracy before the curse rots his body?We started this project four years ago, collaborating with Ikumi Nakamura and Mai Mattori to design the characters and world. We have blended the Kaizen style with Nakamura-sans style to create a bizarre, nostalgic, unique game. Were a western company, so we have worked with Japanese artists, musicians and creatives to bring our world to life and fill it with authenticity. Often we provide very little creative direction, allowing our team members to craft something that is authentic and meaningful to them. This has filled the game with lots of different influences and lived experiences.We recently unveiled some of our voice actors including the voice of Kiryu Kazuma, Takaya Kuroda as Michi. We never expected to be able to include voice acting, and we CERTAINLY didnt expect Kuroda-san to just turn up to the audition like it wasnt a big deal. He teams up with Ayano Shibuya as Pinky to create a buddy-cop dynamic between Michi and Pinky. The game features many great voice actors, along with the first voice acting roles for Shuhei Yoshida and SWERY.Were a small team and it has taken everything we have to make a big, silly, generous, bizarre 20 hour open world RPG. Were so happy to share it with you all. We hope you enjoy the demo (and the DualSense controller haptics, adaptive triggers and speaker features) on PS5. Well have more to share about the full release date soon. Now, get out there, keep promises and achieve dreams!Grab the demo on the PlayStation Store today!

Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com!Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download hereHey, everybody! Tim and Kristen discuss all the big news for this weeks State of Play, including Saros, the upcoming new game from Housemarque, and some of their other favorite moments from the show.Stuff We Talked AboutNext weeks release highlights:Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered | PS5, PS4Afterlove EP | PS5, PS4Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii | PS5Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 1 | PS5Astro Bots five new levelsAnnouncing SarosDays Gone Remastered announced for PS5Borderlands 4 arrives on September 23, with a special State of Play deep dive coming this springPlayStation Plus February Game CatalogStar Wars Jedi: SurvivorTopSpin 2K25Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 1SaGa Frontier RemasteredSomervilleTin HeartsMordhauPatapon 3Dropship: United Peace ForceResident Evil 4 VR ModeMetaphor ReFantazioThe CastView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageKristen Zitani Senior Content Communications Specialist, SIEView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageTim Turi Content Communications Manager, SIEThanks to Dormiln for our rad theme song and show music.[Editors note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

Last week, you to share the love and showcase romantic moments from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this weeks highlights:fsantos1697 shares Scott and Ramona sharing a kiss in Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The GameCouch_Gamer2k23 shares Dina and Ellie leaning in with romantic tension in The Last of Us Part IISkania__ shares protagonist Makoto and Aigis spending time together in Persona 3 Reloadgaragaraarga shares V framing Panam Palmer with a hand heart in Cyberpunk 2077jobolts_ shares May and Cody sharing a kiss against fireworks in It Takes Two.ct_tomtom shares Cloud and Tifa spending time together in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this weeks theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?THEME: Tomb Raider IV-VI RemasteredSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on February 19, 2025Next week, Lara Croft is back! Share adventurous moments from Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered as a still or with the Flyby Camera Maker feature using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Everybody has a story in their mind that theyd love to tell, but maybe they dont feel like they have the ability to tell it effectively. But thats about to change in Hazelight Studios Split Fiction, which launches March 6 on PS5.Play VideoIn the game, the publisher Rader has a new, advanced machine capable of bringing a persons stories to life and letting the authors live through their tales. Theyve invited some aspiring storytellers to give their tech a tryamong them Mio and Zoe, two women with dramatically different backgrounds, tastes, and personalities. But when the on switch gets flipped and the stories emerge, an unexpected development causes these twos most elaborate tales to intertwine. Mio and Zoe need to team up to survive each others storiesand figure out some of the secrets Raders been hiding from its test subjects. So begins Split Fiction: a co-op adventure about unlikely companions, imaginations running wild, and very strange adventures.Double visionDeveloper Hazelight is a studio known for creating memorable cooperative gameplay experiences like A Way Out, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, and the award-winning It Takes Two. Their games are known for unique themes, strong emotional moments, surprise gameplay twists, and a good dose of off-kilter humor. Were pleased to report that Split Fiction offers plenty of everything players have come to love from their previous works, all while amping things up to new heights.Players who jump into Split Fiction will take control of one of the two leading women. Mio, a somewhat cold and curt city girl, is a massive sci-fi nerd who loves interstellar battles, cyberpunk aesthetics, and futuristic weaponry. Zoe, a chatty lass from the countryside, enjoys high-fantasy tales of heroic trials, dragons, trolls, and magic. A glitch in the system is causing the pair to journey together while switching between each others stories: They might be cyborg ninja assassins in a dystopia one moment, only to turn into magical shapeshifters on their epic quest through the wilds the next. All the while, the machine generating these story worlds is digging much deeper into each girls memories and story ideas than either one expected.Youll start by playing split-screen co-op, with both players traversing the same route. Youll soon discover obstacles that cant be overcome by just one person, so youll have to cooperate to proceed. As the story environments they encounter change, so do Mio and Zoes abilities each character will often have a different skillset where one player can perform attacks or movements that the other cant, such as Mio being able to transform into a giant gorilla-monster while Zoe gets to be a tiny, nimble faerie. Youll need to work together to figure out how to use these asynchronous abilities to get past the obstacles and enemies impeding you. We were able to play a boss fight against a massive robotic law enforcement machine in Mios cyber-ninja story that required some careful coordination: Mio had to use her gravity abilities and swordplay to expose the boss weak point, while Zoe had to dodge attacks and use a whip-like weapon to grab leftover objects and smash them into the enemy.Tales to tellNot every story players will encounter in Split Fiction involves combat. One area was a callback to classic extreme sports games where the duo had a friendly competition performing tricks on futuristic hoverboards. Another surreal story area transformed the women into a pair of portly pigs powered by springs and rainbow-colored fartsand it only got weirder from that point. Many of these areas are optional side stories that can be discovered during the main quest, giving players an incentive to explore a bit and rewarding them with unique experiences and character moments.The gameplay in each section can change dramatically, too. While third-person split-screen action and exploration was the most common experience during our test run, there were sections with fast-paced vehicle chases, side-scrolling run-and-gun action, and even some tricky puzzles that tested players skills at pinball. Every new world we saw in Split Fiction felt like a delightful surprise, since we never knew what sort of theming or gameplay twist to expect.Were eager to see more of this odd duos strange adventures, and fortunately, we wont have to wait much longerSplit Fiction will debut on March 6 on PS5. Bring a friendits about to get wild.

Its 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.Play VideoAnd 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 ShockFeb 20: Thrust or BustFeb 27: Cock-A-Doodle-DoomMar 6: Hard to BearMar 13: Armored HardcoreNote: 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 thats 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 lets get rescuing.Play VideoTick Tock Shock, the first of 5 new levels will release on February 13But 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.Thats 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.

If youve 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.Play VideoHazelight 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, were 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 authorReserved. Decisive. Realist. Introvert.Raised in the city with her father, Mio has barely scraped by for the last couple of years. She isnt looking for fame or recognition as an author, shes 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 authorCharismatic. Empathetic. Optimist. Extrovert.A cheerful countryside girl with a deep need to prove to her family that shes 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 Friends PassLike A Way Out and It Takes Two, Hazelight Studios staple feature, The Friends 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.*Friends Pass requires installation of the Friends 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.

Its 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 ShockFeb 20: Thrust or BustFeb 27: Cock-A-Doodle-DoomMar 6: Hard to BearMar 13: Armored HardcoreNote: 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 thats 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 lets get rescuing.Play VideoTick Tock Shock, the first of 5 new levels will release on February 13But 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.Thats 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.

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!Play VideoBuilt for the PS5Days 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 supportFeel the intensity of Days Gone with its full use of the DualSense wireless controllers haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Ride across the Broken Road and feel the rumble of your bikes 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 Deacons arsenal while fighting your way through hordes of Freakers.New Accessibility featuresAccessible 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 were also throwing in new content to play!Horde Assault A survival arcade modeExperience 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 modeDo you have the skill and nerve to take on the ultimate challenge by attempting to finish the compelling story of Deacon St. Johns 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, youll 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 contentBut wait, theres 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; youll 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. Thats right, the Photo Mode youve 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 bonusesDays 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 $10USD. For new players who do not own Days Gone, you can purchase Days Gone Remastered for $49.99USD****.For new and returning players, you can pre-order Days Gone Remastered starting tomorrowto 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.Available on PCTo 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 $10USD**** to receive:Horde Assault A survival arcade modePermadeath modeSpeedrun modeDualSense haptic feedback support*****New Accessibility featuresEnhanced Photo ModeIf 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.*** Price shown in U.S. currency and may vary by country. 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.**** Price shown in U.S. currency and may vary by country. Check store pages for local pricing.*****For DualSense controller, wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features

On February 18, as part of Game Catalogs February lineup, you can enjoy Dont Nods nostalgic journey through 90s 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 Aprils 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 Februarys 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: PSPs iconic rhythm game Patapon 3 and PS2s combat flight simulation Dropship: United Peace Force.Lets take a closer look at all the games!PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game CatalogStar Wars Jedi: Survivor | PS4, PS5The 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 Cals 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 galaxys 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, PS5The 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 MyPLAYERs 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 | PS5Dontnods 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, its 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 theyre reuniting now, after all these years. Together, in this place, theyre 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 Catalogs April lineup on April 15.SaGa Frontier Remastered | PS4The 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, PS5Somerville 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, PS5Embark 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, PS5Mordhau** 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 DeluxePatapon 3 | PS4, PS5With 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, PS5Dateline 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 worlds 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.

Today we are very proud to announce that Saros is coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro in 2026.Saros is the ultimate evolution of the Housemarque gameplay-first experience.Please watch our Cinematic Announce trailer here to see whats next from us.Play VideoAfter Returnal we knew we had created something special and award-winning, but we also knew we wanted Returnal to stand on its own. With this in mind, we decided to create a new IP which evolves our deep third-person action and mysterious storytelling.Saros is an action game with 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. Our goal is to create an emotional and powerful character study that explores the cost it takes to create a new future.Arjun is performed by Rahul Kohli (Midnight Mass, The Fall of the House of Usher). Rahul is truly bringing Arjun to life in a stunning performance. He has been a brilliant collaborator to tell our story and champion for the game. He is also not alone on Carcosa, and we will reveal more of our fantastic ensemble npc cast and story information ahead.A key gameplay distinction between Saros and Returnal is permanent resources and progression making every death valuable. After every death you will face a changed world, but in Saros you will be able to choose and permanently upgrade your loadout from an evolving set of weapons and suit upgrades to come back stronger to overcome the challenges you face on Carcosa.We cannot wait to share more about our gameplay, art, audio, music, technology, story, how we push the PS5 console hardware and more from everyone working on Saros.Expect our first look at extended gameplay later this year.Saros is the next single-player action game from Housemarque and our amazing collaborators.This is a dream project made by a dream team.Thanks for reading!

The wait is finally over. This is Yang Bing, as the creator of Lost Soul Aside, I couldnt be more excited to share some big newsour 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 youre here for the stylish combat or the gripping story, theres plenty to dive into. Lets get started!Play VideoA world that lives and breathesCreating the world of Lost Soul Aside was like painting with imagination on a sci-fi fantasy canvas. Youll traverse landscapes that feel alive: sunlit plains, mysterious ancient ruins, and alternate dimensions that buzz with energy. This world isnt just eye candyits filled with secrets, monsters, and unpredictable events that keep you interested.But lets talk about what really defines the experiencecombat.Combat that packs a punchMy goal was simple: make combat so fluid, fast, and stylish that you never want to put the controller down. Kasers 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, its a visual feast that feels like being part of your own epic action movie.Beneath the flashy moves, theres depth for players who love to experiment. You can customize loadouts, chain synergistic combos, and strategize with Arena, Kasers dragon-like companion. His abilities arent just supporttheyre 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 story close to my heartWhile combat takes center stage, Lost Soul Aside also weaves in a narrative about Kasers 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, theres plenty of drama, because who doesnt love a good gasp-worthy moment?Made for PlayStationLost Soul Aside was built with PlayStation in mind, and Im thrilled about the enhancements weve implemented:Lightning-fast load times: With the PS5 SSD, youll 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, dont worrythe game is fully optimized to deliver smooth performance and retains all the core gameplay features.Pre-order bonuses and Deluxe EditionWere excited to reveal the exclusive rewards for those who jump in early:Pre-Order Bonuses:Kasers original outfit from the games 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 Arenas exclusive golden outfit, three unique weapon fragment skins, two in-game accessories that provide useful boosts for your journey, a Digital Soundtrack and Artbook.Dont miss out on these extrastheyre a heartfelt thank-you to everyone supporting us from the start.Save the dateLost 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 Im beyond excited for you to step into Kaser and Arenas world. Thank you for your support through all the ups and downs of development. Now, its almost time to see what Lost Soul Aside is all about. Until then, happy gaming!

Welcome to the world of MindsEye! Were proud to give you a first look at our gameplay and cinematic trailers, both unveiled during State of Play.Play VideoMindsEye is our narrative-driven, single-player action-adventure thriller set in the not-too-distant future, in the fictional desert city of Redrock, where artificial intelligence and human greed collide to bring Earth to the precipice of collapse.Play VideoIts a compelling story, with strategic combat, high-octane driving, and endless entertainment. Our team at Build A Rocket Boy has worked passionately to create a game that will deliver players an exceptional experience this year.Introducing Jacob DiazAt the heart of MindsEye is Jacob Diaz, a former soldier who finds himself haunted by flashbacks of a covert mission that changed his life forever. Fitted with the mysterious neural implant, known as the MindsEye, Jacob is plagued by fragmented memories and is desperate to uncover the truth about his past.Jacob arrives in Redrock hoping to discover more about the company responsible for creating his implant. His quest for answers starts as a personal journey, but it quickly evolves into something much larger. Jacob isnt the only one searching for the truth and the forces working in the shadows may be more powerful and dangerous than he ever imagined.Along the way, hell meet a cast of supporting characters, each with their own motivations, secrets, and impact on his story. Some will help him; others may betray him.This emotional, action-packed story comes to life through incredibly detailed in-game cinematics, allowing you to see every nuance of Jacobs emotions.A world shaped by technology and powerRedrock is the backdrop of MindsEye, where advanced technology is now an inescapable part of daily life. AI, robotics, and neural implants have reshaped society, bringing both new opportunities and risks.As you progress through the story, youll see how technology has transformed the everyday life of its citizens. Automated systems manage many aspects of the city, and the lines between corporate power and government control have blurred raising important questions about whos really in charge.This world isnt just a backdrop. Its filled with stories, perspectives, and hidden truths waiting to be uncovered. As you progress, youll learn how to adapt and use these new technologies in your missions.Strategic combat and high-octane drivingMindsEye takes you into intense encounters on foot, behind the wheel, and in the air where every decision can mean the difference between survival and defeat.As Jacob Diaz, youll face a variety of enemies with distinct tactics and behaviors. To keep the advantage, youll need to think fast and use your surroundings to outmaneuver your opponents. Take cover, find the right vantage points, and turn environmental elements into tools to survive whether its a well-timed gas canister explosion or using enemy weapons to your advantage.Your enemies wont hold back, working together to flush you out of cover, flank your position, or swarm you with sheer numbers. The combat system is designed to be fluid, dynamic, and rewarding for players who adapt their approach to each encounter. To even the odds, you can activate your companion drone to support as you progress through missions.But combat is only part of the action. MindsEye also delivers exhilarating high-speed chases that punctuate Jacobs journey, pushing his driving skills to the limit. These sequences take you through diverse environments from bustling cityscapes to remote industrial sites, trailer parks and deserts immersing you in a world that feels alive and constantly in motion.Coming this yearWithout giving away too much more, the team at Build A Rocket Boy is buzzing with excitement about our game and we cant wait to share it with you in Summer 2025!MindsEye can be added today to your Wishlist on PlayStation 5, and this is just the beginning. Weve got plenty more to reveal in the months ahead, so stay tuned for updates.

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!Play VideoBuilt for the PS5Days 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 supportFeel the intensity of Days Gone with its full use of the DualSense wireless controllers haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Ride across the Broken Road and feel the rumble of your bikes 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 Deacons arsenal while fighting your way through hordes of Freakers.New Accessibility featuresAccessible 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 were also throwing in new content to play!Horde Assault A survival arcade modeExperience 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 modeDo you have the skill and nerve to take on the ultimate challenge by attempting to finish the compelling story of Deacon St. Johns 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, youll 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 contentBut wait, theres 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; youll 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. Thats right, the Photo Mode youve 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 bonusesDays 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****.For new and returning players, you can pre-order Days Gone Remastered starting tomorrowto 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.Available on PCTo 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 modePermadeath modeSpeedrun modeDualSense haptic feedback support*****New Accessibility featuresEnhanced Photo ModeIf 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

Hello, everyone! This is Baiyon, Creative Director and multimedia artist at Kyoto-based indie game studio, Q-Games. On behalf of the team, Im thrilled to share some exciting news with you.During State of Play, we officially announced our latest title, Dreams of Another! This newest addition to the PixelJunk series is coming to PS5 and PS VR2. Its also the first game where Ive directed all aspects including; concept, story, visuals and of course the soundtrack creation. Today, Im excited to introduce the game through our debut trailer and highlight what makes this title so unique.Play VideoA philosophical and allegorical gaming experience where shooting creates rather than destroysDreams of Another is a third-person exploration-action game built around the philosophical theme, no creation without destruction. Rather than destroying objects by shootingas in traditional shooting gameshere, your shots materialize and create the world. This unconventional mechanic offers a gameplay experience that challenges the norms of the genre and invites players into a whole new dimension.As a developer, Ive long been interested in finding a new perspective on third-person shooting games. Could we create a game that explores the beauty of life and creation in the context of destruction? This question inspired Dreams of Another.A dreamlike world brought to life by point cloud technologyThe world of Dreams of Another is crafted using cutting-edge point cloud technology, creating an ethereal, impressionistic dreamscape. Existing in an abstracted state, made up of countless particles, this visually stunning environment reacts to the players actions. By shooting at these particles with your gun, they scatter and transform, ultimately materializing into existences. Repeating this process brings objects to life which you can then interact and communicate with.A narrative of two-troubled characters in a mystical worldThe story revolves around two emotionally scarred characters: The Man in Pajamas and The Wandering Soldier. While the focus is on these two characters, players will also interact with sentient objects like talking trees and doors, uncovering their thoughts, emotions, and secrets. As you journey through the dream world, you will witness the unfolding story of the characters and their experiences, discovering what they have encountered and how they feel along the way; all the while piecing together the mysteries of the world and navigating the liminal space between dreams and reality.A soundtrack to enhance the experienceAlongside my work as a visual artist, Ive spent many years as a musician, performing as a DJ and creating original albums while contributing to films and other mediums. Over the years, Ive been fortunate to collaborate with many creatives in the boundless medium of video games. For projects I direct, I also compose the music, adding a unique touch to the game experience.The soundtrack for Dreams of Another was carefully crafted to evoke the ephemeral and nebulous nature of its dream world. By blending sounds from all kinds of instruments, synthesizers, non-instrumental sources and field recordings, I created something truly one-of-a-kind for this title. I hope this experimental soundtrack resonates with players as you explore the games world.PS5 Pro enhancementsDreams of Another takes full advantage of PS5 Pro Enhancements, delivering highly detailed point cloud visuals in stunning resolution as well as smooth animations, letting you fully immerse yourself in the vivid world.Enhanced for PS VR2For PS VR2 players, the game offers an immersive full 360-degree experience of its breathtaking point cloud environments, making it feel as though youve stepped right into a dream.Dreams of Another is set to launch in 2025 for PS5 and PS VR2. If youre intrigued, be sure to add it to your wishlist! We cant wait to share this extraordinary adventure with you.

Todays 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 preambleYoull 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.Play VideoPlay VideoBorderlands 4Gearbox shone the spotlight on its upcoming looter-shooter Borderlands 4, confirming its PS5 release forSeptember 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 trailers outro, the full Borderlands 4 gameplay reveal will debut during a State of Play coming later this spring.Gearbox introduces whats new to the series in a dedicated PS Blog post.Play VideoDarwins 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.Play VideoDave the Diver: Ichibans HolidayIts a partnership thats 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, beatem 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.Play VideoDays Gone RemasteredDays 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. Theres 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.Play VideoDigimon Time StrangerThe 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.Play VideoDirective 8020Watch the brave astronauts of the Cassiopeia embark on a deadly mission to save humanity, where every choice could be their last, in a new exclusive story trailer. Supermassive Games also announced an October 2 release date for its sci-fi horror.Youll 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.Play VideoDreams of AnotherQ-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.Play VideoFive Nights At Freddys: Secret of the MimicSteel Wool Games is bringing players another excursion into the horror trappings of Five Nights at Freddys. 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.Play VideoHell Is UsAlongside a new gameplay trailer teasing some of the characters and combat, action-adventure Hell is Us revealed its PS5 release date in todays State of Play September 4.Play VideoLies of P: Overture2023 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 Stalkera mysterious guidethrough untold stories and chilling secrets. As Geppettos deadly puppet, youll journey through Krat and its surroundings, uncover hidden secrets, and face epic battles that shape the past and future of Lies of P.You wont have long to wait to play Lies of P: Overture launches this summer on PS5 and PS4. More details from the studio.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageLike a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in HawaiiIf youve been readying to head to the high seas for Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios 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! Its the perfect opportunity for newcomers to experience this spin-off featuring fan-favorite character Goro Majima.Play VideoLost Soul AsideUltizero 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 games mechanics and storyline in a new PS Blog post.Play VideoMetal EdenDescribed as an adrenaline rush sci-fi FPS by its creator Reikon Games, Metal Eden is set on a far-flung future space colony thats 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 games Core-Ripping mechanic in a PS Blog post written by its creator.Play VideoMetal Gear Solid Delta: Snake EaterNaked 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 thats not all, as the trailers 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.Play VideoPlay VideoMindsEyeJoin 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 youll have in the fictional near-future Americana city of Redrock. The games on target to launch this summer on PS5.Details on the future tech and story thatll shape the game, as told by its developer Build A Rocket Boy.Play VideoMonster Hunter WildsCapcom 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.Play VideoPlay VideoOnimusha: Way of the Sword and Onimusha 2: Samurais DestinyCapcom unsheathed two Onimusha-related announcements at todays 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: Samurais 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.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imagePlayStation PlusTodays show also unveiled titles coming to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog over the coming months. Februarys 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.Play VideoSarosHousemarque 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.Play VideoShinobi: Art of VengeanceThe 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.Play VideoSonic Racing CrossWorldsSega 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.Play VideoSplit FictionLearn 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, youll encounter bizarre situations as the two traverse stories born from their own wild imaginations. Youll be able to invite a friend to play online for free with Friends Pass as long as one of you owns the game, both of you can play.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageSplitgate 2A 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.Play VideoStellar BladeThe 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.Play VideoThe Midnight WalkAfter 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!Play VideoTides of AnnihilationEclipse 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 games creator talks about two distinct, interconnected realms of London and the colossal knights that roam Greater London and which must be defeated.Play VideoWarriors: AbyssDynasty 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.Play VideoWWE 2K25WWEs 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.

Hello everyone! We are very happy to be in the latest State of Play announcing to the world that Metal Eden, an adrenaline rush sci-fi FPS, will be releasing on PS5 May 6, 2025.Before we dive deeper into the gameplay, lets introduce you to the world of Metal Eden.First, a little bit of context. In the future, humanity ventures among the stars. To survive the journey to new star systems, humanity created the Cores. Each Core is a system capable of storing human data, preserving a digital record of a human psyche and rebuilding it upon reaching its destination. One such destination is Moebius, an artificial city built by corporations to extract precious minerals from the planet Vulcan. You are Aska, an android created by one of the citys founders. Nexus, your creator, has one goal for you: Follow orders, and maybe you will be able to save the inanimate colonists trapped in the Citadel.One of the most unique gameplay mechanics in Metal Eden is Core Ripping. This feature enhances the combat experience by adding a strategic layer to how players engage with enemies. In this post, well delve into how you can master this ability to dominate your foes and make the most of Askas powerful skills.Todays reveal trailer shows that, equipped with the Multitool, Aska can use its Gravity Beam to rip Cores out of enemies bodies. Once grabbed, you can throw their Core at your enemies, creating an explosion. Brutal Core Ripping for quick and effective enemy disposal!Alternatively, Aska can consume the core. Consuming a core offers different advantages depending on your choices throughout the game Like empowering your melee attacks, mobility or survivability. We will share more information about this in the future.While exploring Moebius you will stumble upon drones. When hacked they will provide a Body Module, which ASKA can use to empower her Core, make her capabilities even stronger and provide her with potent options to turn the tide of battle. However, it requires precision, timing, and understanding of when and how to use Body Modules effectively. This game-changing progression system can be used to tailor your experience as you explore Moebius.Before ripping a Core, you need to ensure that your Core Ripping ability is fully charged. You can monitor this by checking the meter located at the bottom middle of your Heads-Up Display (HUD). Once its charged, youre ready to make your move:Find an un-armored enemy: Core Ripping can only be executed on un-armored enemies, destroy the enemies armor using energy weapons, then rip out their core and use it to gain an advantage in combat.Get close and aim: Position yourself close to the enemy and aim carefully.Watch for the crosshair: When a crosshair appears on the target, it indicates that youre in the right position to perform a Core Rip.Follow the button prompt: As soon as you see the button prompt in the middle of the HUD, press it to execute the Core Rip.Whether you choose to blow up your enemies or power up your melee strikes, Core Ripping provides endless possibilities for creativity and strategic play. Glide, dash, wall run and weave through an elegant dance of destruction as you fly past their bullets and take down your enemies before they know what hit them.Its time to unleash your hyperpower!

Greetings, PlayStation fans!Here at Eclipse Glow Studio, were thrilled to finally introduce Tides of Annihilation, our PS5 action-adventure game that thrusts you into a shattered, mystical London.Play VideoTides of Annihilation was inspired by a straightforward idea: to capture the thrill of fighting alongside trusted allies in a single-player gaming experience. To that end, weve created an innovative combat system inspired by the ideals of courage, loyalty, and honor.Tides of Annihilation features intuitive co-op combat in a single-player experiencePlayers will take on the role of Gwendolyn, who wields the power of a mysterious gray fog that can manifest two spectral knights at her side. Each knight has a distinct combat role. Whether its charging into battle, defending against attacks, or unleashing devastating combos, players will need to strategically choose which knights to summon based on their preferred gameplay style and the challenges they face.The interplay between Gwendolyn and the knights creates a dynamic, fast-paced, and deeply engaging combat experience. Its a system that our team (veterans from top game studios) fell in love with during internal playtests.A broken London beckonsOur game world reimagines London as a sprawling battleground where modern ruins coexist with echoes of a medieval past. Imagine the city as a giant tree, its branches representing iconic districts and landmarkseach twisted and transformed by the otherworldly invaders.Youll traverse two distinct versions of this in-between world:Modern London: Familiar landmarks stand scarred by the supernatural invasion, offering a haunting glimpse of what once was.Medieval Fantasy Realm: Arthurian influences reign supreme, creating a medieval world of ancient magic and mythical creatures.Players will explore these interconnected realms, uncovering clues, searching for the legendary Grail Shards, as they unravel the mystery behind the invasion.Colossal knights roam the landOne of the most awe-inspiring and exciting features of the game are the colossal knights roaming Greater London. More than a spectacular visual backdrop, these are interactive challenges woven into the gameplay. Youll climb their immense forms, explore their surfaces, and engage in epic battles that will test your skills and courage.These unique encounters are especially momentous in our Enhanced Mode, which is being developed exclusively for PS5 Pro players. With the Pros additional GPU power and PSSR technology, the game achieves higher resolution, ray tracing, improved image fidelity, and smoother 60fps gameplay.The quest is just beginning This is just a taste of what awaits you in Tides of Annihilation. Were eager to share more in the coming months, so please stay tuned for further updates!

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.Verify your age to view this content.Verify your age to view this content.Experience fast-paced gameplay that encapsulates the best elements of RPGsElden Ring was mainly a single player experience, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Take your time, and, provided youve tucked yourself away in a safe location, youre able to put the controller down to leave your room.By contrast, Elden Ring Nightreigns focus on three-player co-op survival action means you must always be alert and aware of your squads movements, regardless of whether youre working together or strike out to explore separately.This is because of Nightreigns Nights 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 youll need to get used to the fast-paced gameplay and split-second decision-making.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageUpgraded movesets to match intense co-op gameplayWhile 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 wont 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 themIf 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 players 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 arent 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 youll be putting your co-op partners at risk.Challenging foes make for satisfying battles and triumphsWhile 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 couldnt help myself from doing a small fist pump when it was over.The thrill of joining forces to overcome challengesIt 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.

Its 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 Januarys 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 GamesUS/CanadaEUCall of Duty: Black Ops 6EA SPORTS FC 25Grand Theft Auto VGrand Theft Auto VNBA 2K25Call of Duty: Black Ops 6EA SPORTS Madden NFL 25Hogwarts LegacyPhasmophobiaMinecraftMinecraftPhasmophobiaEA SPORTS FC 25UFC 5EA SPORTS College Football 25Arma ReforgerArma ReforgerCyberpunk 2077Hogwarts LegacyThe Crew MotorfestDYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINSThe Witcher 3: Wild HuntCyberpunk 2077NBA 2K25ASTRO BOTHell Let LooseNINJA GAIDEN 2 BlackASTRO BOTHELLDIVERS 2F1 24Marvels Spider-Man 2STAR WARS Jedi: SurvivorThe Crew MotorfestMarvels Spider-Man 2NHL 25PalworldUFC 5Among UsPalworldSea of Thieves*Naming of products may differ between regions*Upgrades not includedPS4 GamesUS/CanadaEURed Dead Redemption 2EA SPORTS FC 25theHunter: Call of the WildRed Dead Redemption 2Need for Speed HeatNeed for Speed HeatBatman: Arkham KnightThe ForestThe ForestA Way OutA Way OutBattlefield VCall of Duty: Black Ops 6Unravel TwoGrand Theft Auto VGrand Theft Auto VMinecraftBatman: Arkham KnightNeed for Speed PaybackBattlefield 1Gang BeaststheHunter: Call of the WildBattlefield VNeed for Speed PaybackSTAR WARS Battlefront IIHogwarts LegacyMortal Kombat XMinecraftMafia TrilogyBattlefield 4Unravel TwoGang BeastsBattlefield 4Kingdom Come: DeliveranceMiddle-earth: Shadow of WarMafia TrilogyOvercooked! 2Mortal Kombat XStardew ValleySTAR WARS Battlefront II *Naming of products may differ between regionsPS VR2 Games*US/CanadaEUBeat SaberBeat SaberAmong Us VRCreed: Rise to Glory Championship EditionCreed: Rise to Glory Championship EditionMetro AwakeningAlien: Rogue IncursionAmong Us VRArken AgePavlovArizona Sunshine 2Alien: Rogue IncursionPavlovArken AgeMetro AwakeningArizona Sunshine 2Swordsman VRSubsideSkydances BEHEMOTHSwordsman VR*PS Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not includedFree to Play (PS5 + PS4)US/CanadaEUMarvel RivalsFortniteFortniteMarvel RivalsRobloxRobloxCall of Duty: WarzoneRocket LeagueWuthering Waves: Version 2.0Call of Duty: WarzoneRocket LeagueUFLFall GuysAsphalt Legends UniteAsphalt Legends UniteWuthering Waves: Version 2.0Apex LegendsFall GuysThe Sims 4VALORANT

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!Regarding co-streaming and video-on-demand (VOD)Please note that this broadcast may include copyrighted content (e.g. licensed music) that PlayStation does not control. We welcome and celebrate our amazing co-streamers and creators, but licensing agreements outside our control could interfere with co-streams or VOD archives of this broadcast. If youre planning to save this broadcast as a VOD to create recap videos, or to repost clips or segments from the show, we advise omitting any copyrighted music.

Last week, we asked you to climb to new heights in the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this weeks highlights:m1rko_vp shares Jin scaling the side of a building in Ghost of Tsushima.Misfunkshun shares Eivor climbing up a cliffside in Assassins Creed Valhalla.call_me_xavii strikes Astro Bot climbing up a ladder made of fellow bots.fsantos1697 shares Chloe climbing up a rope within a cavexenobitz shares wrestlers scaling a cage in WWE 2K24.Hedronik shares Alan climbing up a ladder during the Herald of Darkness sequence in Alan Wake 2.Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this weeks theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?THEME: RomanceSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on February 12, 2025Next week, were feeling the love. Share moments that spark romance in the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

We live to fight, Legends. This season were showing that the community rules all as some of your favorite creators are taking over content and competition. These Creator Commissioners will create challenges based on their own Apex experiences, with fresh and unique items available to earn. Gear up with Arsenals, new shops stocked with everything you need to hit the battlefield immediately. All of this, plus the addition of Legend updates and bold meta changes, weve planned quite the party this season. But thats not all were celebrating: our Anniversary Event kicks off along with the new season with even more community created content and the debut of the Mythic R-301. Apex Legends: Takeover launches on February 11.Creator CommissionersFour different Creator Commissioners will take the reins for two weeks each, along with their own challenges to conquer, new and returning fan-favorite modes, and fresh rewards. On week one, work with other players to complete Community challenges and ultimately determine how many Apex Packs will be up for grabs the following week.On week two, its time to really earn those rewards. Work through five individual challenges to unlock a creator-selected Legendary weapon skin and the Apex Packs you chased in the first week. Participating in week one doesnt automatically earn you rewards in week two, so youll want to jump into matches in the second week too.Creator Commissioners and their Legendary choices:February 25 March 10, 2025: NinjaylaLegendary skin: Wingmans Death RayMarch 11 24, 2025: OraxeLegendary skin: Krabers The PioneerApril 1-14, 2025: ApryzeLegendary skin: Mastiffs Bone BreakerApril 15 28, 2025: Kaminari KyupiLegendary skin: Mastiffs TombstickArsenalsThis new addition to Battle Royale provides easy and consistent access to weapons and ammo of your choice. Stations will be located across all POIs on every map with fixed locations, but with random ammo types per match.Arsenals will also provide relevant ammo and the ability to enhance weapons. You can enhance one weapon per Arsenal and that weapon must match the Arsenals ammo type. Doing so will grant an upgraded attachment and provide an optic if the weapon is missing one. When bins reset, so too do Arsenalsgiving you the ability to upgrade again with higher potency. The amount of ammo also significantly increases after a reset.Meta changesEverything changes this season with fresh meta updates that youll want to check out ASAP. Most notably, all weapon classes are getting adjusted to feel more competitive with Assault Rifles. Be aware that the time-to-kill has been decreased, not only due to these weapon adjustments, but also thanks to updates to Armor, Helmets, and headshot multipliers. Legends also get some nifty new updates: the Assault class is getting handy new perks, and both Ash and Ballistic are getting some special attention. Weve also made some adjustments to regen items to ensure you still have a fighting chance while taking on these lethal changes.Legend Spotlight PassesComplete challenges with the new Legend Spotlight Pass to increase your proficiency with a potential new Legend, and earn rewards as you progress through twenty levels to the ultimate goal: a Legendary skin pack for that Legend. You can purchase one per season per Legend in the in-game store, and it will also unlock the Legend if you havent already.Takeover launches February 11, 2025.

Early 2024 the fight for galactic liberty reached new heights when, on February 8, Helldivers 2 blasted off into the stratosphere and became the new star of PlayStation 5. Since its launch, the third-person squad-based shooter has become a firm favourite with fans, scooping a clip-load of awards throughout the year. And what a year it ended up being from brutal new foes to staggering mech suits, Arrowhead pretty much hit the target every time.So, grab a steaming cup of liber-tea and join Game Director Mikael Eriksson for a chronological, intergalactic jaunt through what made Helldivers 2 such an explosive hit.Play VideoFebruary 2024 launch and the epic battle of Malevelon CreekThe continuation of the Galactic War in Helldivers 2 not only brought with it a fresh gameplay perspective, but also one of the key elements to the games appeal building a community worthy of interstellar peacekeeping.One of the things we really wanted to hone in on was making a game thats exciting and will create great moments that you can look back on with your friends and laugh or reminisce about, explains Eriksson.To that end, Helldivers 2s emergent, often unpredictable systemic gameplay is partnered with social aspects that means players create a constant feedback loop of engagement. Videos and social media posts of random events, friendly fire, accidental deaths and the dramatic stakes of alien warfare already started being shared from launch day. Which was all part of the developers vision statement, shared by Eriksson: Improvise, adapt, and overcome challenges that push your abilities to the max as you forge friendships through the joy of shared laughter and the thrill of clutch moments.This was immediately highlighted in the Massacre of Malevelon Creek an ill-fated mission where players were tasked to defend a planet from an Automaton threat. The Helldivers failed. Badly. What resulted from this doomed fight were social media memes, rallying calls, and a desire for revenge which pulled even more players into the game.It was incredible to watch, says Eriksson. We didnt even think that the battle for Malevelon Creek would be anything special, but players themselves were really running with it, driven by the huge losses of Helldivers down on the planet. It became a shared experience.This battle was the first time we stood back and said, wow, what have we created?March 2024 new enemies, missions, and stratagemsThe Galactic War well on its way and the number of enlistees growing, Super Earths quest for liberty began to take shape with new elements dropped into the game alongside fresh event missions.The bug-like Terminids added flying Shriekers to their ranks, while the Helldivers evened the odds with the LAS-99 Quasar Cannon, MG-206 Heavy Machine Gun, and the EXO-45 Patriot Exosuit the latter a reward for the liberation of Tien Kwan.I was nervous, says Eriksson. We had spent so much time making the Exosuit as good as we could, and now it was down to the communitys ability to actually earn it. What if theyd fail? But eventually they unlocked it and then all tried to claim it at the same time!Play VideoPlayers also were making full use of the Galactic War Table, which gave players valuable summaries of the ever-evolving conflict, and gave them an idea of where next to *ahem* spread democracy. This tapped into another key factor of Helldivers 2s creation.We consider the Galactic War as a tabletop roleplaying game, which is our main inspiration, says Eriksson. We created a Dungeon Master style concept [ called Joel] who controls various factions and respond to the often-surprising player actions, so the player-driven narrative is as much about you guys playing with us as it is about us playing with you. Its a crazy way to make a video game, but we love it.April 2024 Helldivers strike backA month of great victory. Malevelon Creek was avenged with a decisive liberation of the jungle planet, resulting in April 3rd declared as Malevelon Creek Memorial Day. By Super Earth presidential decree, all Helldivers were granted a commemorative cape, and citizens were given a generous three minutes of remembrance (during their lunch break).In retaliation, the Automatons mounted a full-scale attack which the Helldivers crushed immediately. The hilariously swift victory didnt go unnoticed by Arrowhead. The players performed vastly better than we had planned for, admits Eriksson. One of the delights of working on a game where the players have this much agency is that it always keeps us on our toes.Of course, somehow, the Automatons returnedPlay VideoMay & June 2024 more mechs and mission malfunctionsThe heavy-duty introduction of the EXO-49 Emancipator Exosuit allowed players to celebrate their dominance over the resurgent Automatons. This was a stark contrast to the repeated failure of the Helldivers attempts to succeed in tasks designed to aid the construction of MD-17 Anti-Tank Mines.By June, the Helldivers were given a choice: attempt to retrieve vital materials from Marfark to finally earn the Anti-Tank Mines, or head to Vernen Wells to save stranded civilians inside Super Citizen Annes Hospital for Very Sick Children. The Corps chose the latter, giving up their third chance to gain the Anti-Tank Mines. However, in the real-world, Arrowhead was so impressed by this display of morals, that the developer donated $4,311 to the Save the Children charity.July & August 2024 Freedom for allAfter the anti-tank rocket launcher MLS-4X Commando was added to the Helldivers arsenal in July, August saw two big milestones: the MD-17 Anti-Tank Mines were finally unlocked despite yet another Major Order failure, and the massive Escalation of Freedom update. The latter arrived with a number of tweaks and balances, a higher difficulty preset, new mission objectives, and the addition of the Impaler, Automaton Rocket Tanks, Reinforced Scout Strider, Alpha Commander, and Spore Charger threats.For those seeking a new planet to discover, the swamp planet biome was also added, while armour-reducing acid storms provided a fresh environmental hazard for both players and enemies.Play VideoSeptember to November 2024 a celebration of libertyThe Helldivers courageous liberation of Tarsh and Mastia in September saw the Orbital Napalm Barrage stratagem unlocked, which was followed by the glory of Liberty Day on October 26 and the delivery of a free weapon and armour load to all in the celebration of Super Earths tireless quest for universal freedom.By the time November rolled around, the focus had been shifted to the powerful Democracy Space Station becoming operational via the successful killing of 500 million Terminids.However, these successes and celebrations were short-livedPlay VideoDecember 2024 to February 2025 Illuminating the futureThe return of the dreaded and ancient Illuminate flipped everything on its head, marked by the Omens of Tyranny update in December. Along with more tweaks, joining the reemergence of this deadly foe were new colony missions and the ability to call upon the Fast Reconnaissance Vehicle (FRV), capable of ploughing through some of the lighter enemies.Omens of Tyranny was a major landmark for Arrowhead, with the team launching it at The Game Awards as they scooped Best Ongoing Game and Best Multiplayer Game gongs.Working in the studio, the success of the game can sometimes seem abstract, says Eriksson. Going to award shows, actually meeting real people talking about their experiences, is amazing. It makes me realize that were actually having an impact on peoples lives.We see it as a huge responsibility. It tells us that we have to keep making this game the very best multiplayer experience it can be, and keep raising the bar and the expectations.And with the fight ongoing, theres still plenty more surprises to come in Helldivers 2. Were just getting warmed up, says Eriksson. Expect drama, mounting threats (new and old) and, of course, the unexpected.Were really honoured that people are having a great time in Helldivers 2, and from our point of view, this is just the beginning.More on Helldivers 21/2Now showing slide 1 of 2Show allPlay VideoHelldivers 2: how Arrowhead turned the twin-stick shooter original into a bombastic PS5 sequelView and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageHow the names Arrowhead Game Studios and Helldivers 2 came to be

Capcom held a double-feature livestream, combining our latest news and updates in one special show. We shared the news on our upcoming lineup in Capcom Spotlight, followed by a deep dive into the highly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds ahead of launch on February 28.Heres the big news from the show.Onimusha: Samurais Destiny remaster announced, Onimusha: Way of the Sword updateAdditional details were shared on the brand-new title in Capcoms legendary swordplay action series, Onimusha: Way of the Sword. In this new entry, the team is focusing on three core aspects.A cast of compelling characters, including a new protagonist and enemies youll face off against.A dark fantasy set in Edo period Kyoto, brimming with historical, real-life locations.The ultimate sword-fighting action delivering the visceral satisfaction of slicing through enemies.Onimusha: Way of the Sword tells the heroic tale of a sole samurai fighting against hordes of twisted creatures known as the Genma. Wielding an Oni Gauntlet, our new protagonist will mow down enemies in this dramatic story, set in a beautiful and eerie rendition of Kyoto. True to the series soul-sucking action combat, absorbing souls to restore health and use special moves in the heat of battle is key to victory.Experience thrilling sword fights and slice through hordes of Genma when Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches on PS5 in 2026.Ahead of the launch of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, the second entry in the series, Onimusha: Samurais Destiny, will be remastered for PlayStation 4. This marks the first time this classic title in the series has been released since its original 2002 launch on PlayStation 2. We hope you look forward to experiencing the second entry in the series, whether youre a series veteran or newcomer.New Monster Hunter Wilds revealsPlay VideoIn the Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase, we debuted a new trailer for the game, introducing the Iceshard Cliffs locale, the new monster Hirabami, returning monsters Nersyclla and Gore Magala, and a wide array of customization options for your hunter.We also shared further details on the upcoming second Open Beta Test, which will include new features such as an advanced quest with the games flagship monster, Arkveld, a training area, and other online features.Theres plenty more to discover from the Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase. Be sure to read the full blog that details all the reveals and news.Capcom Fighting Collection 2 launches May 16The flames of the fight never die out in this collection of eight fighting games, coming to PS4 on May 16! The collection includes a mix of fan-favorite crossovers and 3D fighters, making for a varied collection of iconic fighters.Play VideoHeres the full list of titles featured in Capcom Fighting Collection 2, all featuring online play with rollback netcode, as well as various quality-of-life updates!Capcom vs. SNK Millennium Fight 2000 ProCapcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001Capcom Fighting EvolutionStreet Fighter Alpha 3 UpperPower StonePower Stone 2Project JusticePlasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein

Hunters! 2025 is here, and the time to hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds is fast approaching. We are excited to share the latest trailer, as well as additional information on the second open beta test (OBT2).First, lets unpack all the reveals from the latest trailer.Play VideoMeet a wandering Wudwud at the newly revealed locale: the Iceshard CliffsThe hunter and the Expedition Team arrive at a new locale, the Iceshard Cliffs. As the story unfolds, youll venture into this icy landscape and encounter a variety of monsters that reside in it. The Iceshard Cliffs is a locale where snowy blizzards blow.The Iceshard Cliffs is a locale where snowy blizzards blow.Icy fog drifts in the air, forming a unique area where you can see collapsed debris and something fluttering in the freezing winds overhead.Hunters exploring during a blizzard. Beat the cold and stay in top condition by warming up with a hot drink.The Iceshard Cliffs are home to endemic life that have adapted to its harsh conditions for survival.An ordinary Wudwud who has wandered far from homeRoveRove, the quirky Wudwud you will meet in the Iceshard Cliffs.Monsters inhabiting the Iceshard CliffsHirabami LeviathanA species of leviathan that inhabits the Iceshard Cliffs. It has sharp claws on its tail and uses a wind-catching membrane on its neck that allows it to float.In our latest trailer, a mysterious large monster is seen attacking a group of Hirabami.Nerscylla TemnoceranNerscylla, a Temnoceran, makes its comeback to the Monster Hunter series. It defeats its prey with a single blow from its distinctive horn.It appears that Nerscylla is trying to restrain and prey on GypcerosDuring the final scene of the trailer, the ominous Gore Magala launches a surprise attack on Fabius and members of the Expedition Team.What kind of threat will the fearsome Gore Magala pose in Monster Hunter Wilds? Face off with fan-favorite monster in the full game and find out for yourself!Unfold the story of Arkveld, the White WraithIn the latest trailer, more of the mysterious nature of the flagship monster, Arkveld, is revealed. Uncover its true nature and the motives behind its actions as you make your way through the rich and compelling story of Monster Hunter Wilds.What is the true nature of Arkveld, which skillfully attacks with its unique chain-like appendages extending from its wings?A battle between Arkveld and Rey Dau, the apex predator of the Windward Plains.The flagship monster Arkveld appears in the second open beta test (OBT2)The second open beta test will be held during the following two sessions below.Date and time (Pacific Time)Thursday, February 6th 2025 7:00pm Sunday, February 9th, 2025 6:59 pmThursday, February 13th, 2025 7:00 pm Sunday, February 16th, 2025 6:59 pmPre-load for the second Open Beta Test begins on February 5, 2025 (Wednesday) at 7:00pm.Both sessions will feature identical content, so we hope you join the hunt when you can!OBT2 includes the same content as the OBT held last November: Character Creation, Story Trial, and a Doshagma Hunt.After slaying Doshaguma, hunters can continue to enjoy other hunts that await you in the Windward Plains.In OBT2, hunters can face off against Gypceros: a poisonous Bird Wyvern that is well-known in the series for its intelligent and unique behavior. We hope you enjoy taking on this returning monster in OBT2!OBT2 marks your first chance to take on Arkveld, the flagship monster of Monster Hunter Wilds. Arkveld appears in a more difficult advanced quest specially tweaked for OBT2. We encourage skilled and confident hunters to take on this difficult challenge.The Training Area is now available in OBT2, and can be accessed from the base camp. Hone your skills with various weapons as you get ready for the hunts ahead.Keep in mind that OBT2 does not reflect the full slate of adjustments and tweaks to weapon actions and balancing, that will be featured in the full release of the game.In OBT2, hunters can create a Private Lobby that cannot be found through searching, perfect for when you hunt with a specific small group. In addition, Online Single Player mode is also available, allowing you to play solo without joining a lobby. While in this mode, you can also temporarily play multiplayer by using an SOS Flare.Whether you were unable to join the first OBT, or are looking to take on the additional monsters added, we hope you enjoy OBT2!OBT2 is available to all players with a PS5 and a PlayStation Network account, regardless of whether you have a subscription to PlayStation Plus.All who play OBT2 will receive a Felyne pendant to decorate your weapon or Seikret, as well as a Bonus Item pack in the full game. If youve already played the first Open Beta Test, youre already set to receive these rewards at launch.For PlayStation 5 Pro players, be aware that while OBT2 is playable on PS5 Pro, it is not officially supported with PS5 Pro Enhanced features. The full version of Monster Hunter Wilds will support PS5 Pro via a day 1 patch.Carry over your created characters from both Open Beta Tests to the full version of Monster Hunter Wilds! Note however that some character edit recipe values will have slight differences in the full version.Monster Hunter Wilds is nearly here! Thank you to all our hunters for your support. We cant wait to see you in the Forbidden Lands when the game launches on February 28.Pre-loading the gameIf youve pre-ordered Monster Hunter Wilds at PlayStation Store, youll be able to pre-load the game 48 hours ahead of release, ensuring you can spend less time downloading and more time hunting!

We at San Diego Studio are thrilled to give you your first look at MLB The Show 25, launching March 18. As we celebrate 20 years of The Show, were deepening fan-favorite modes like Road To The Show and introducing an all-new mode in Diamond Dynasty called Diamond Quest. And, of course, gameplay remains our top priority, just like every year.Play VideoRoad To The ShowBegin your Road To The Show journey by playing two to three games in High School, and play three to four College games in The Amateur Years.Build the Road To The Show ballplayer you want, the way you want to. Utilize a revamped attribute progression system for more control over your players development, including crafting Perks to your liking.Hear authentic High School and College audio hear the clank of metal bats and the rattle of chain link fences.RTTS/Player Lock will feature a variety of all-new Impact Plays and Quick Time Events for all positions and baserunners.FranchiseThis year, in the Franchise mode, choices matter, consequences are real, and time is precious as a revitalized Free Agency system adds risk/reward elements, strategy, and excitement to the pursuit of the top free agents each offseason.Expanded Diamond Dynasty and moreSets and Seasons will not be returning in MLB The Show 25.Diamond Dynasty in MLB The Show 25 offers two new places to play: Diamond Quest, a risk-and-reward board game-like mode, and a highly competitive multiplayer mode in Weekend Classic featuring some of the best rewards.Speaking of rewards, fans can earn top rewards in their favorite modes at various points in the year, and new Team Affinity Programs will be the go-to place for fans to unlock items and players unique to their favorite MLB team.Gameplay Improvements and Expansion with ShowTechHundreds of new animations for extreme realism across the whole game, including all-new Rob HRs, Hot Shot catches, on-the-run catches and tags, and much much more.G.O.A.T. difficulty new this year will give you the ultimate challenge.All-New ambush hitting for a more realistic plan of attack at the plate.New Reaction Time System on defense.Storylines presents The Negro Leagues Season 3Celebrate baseballs rich history with Storylines play as famous and forgotten legends of the Negro Leagues while learning all about their incredible journeys.Storylines Season 3 will once again be narrated by Negro Leagues Baseball Museum president Bob Kendrick with a whole new roster of some of the greatest players youve likely never heard of.The Gameplay Trailer is packed with exciting new features, updates to fan-favorite modes, and the debut of three new Legends. If you missed anything, dont worryweve got plenty more to share.Get ready for an all-new Feature Deep Dive video series, hosted by Robert Flores from MLB Network, where well break down everything coming to MLB The Show 25. It all starts next Tuesday, February 11th, with our first episode, diving into gameplay changesincluding a closer look at Ambush Hitting. But thats just the beginning.Feature Premieres are back each Thursday, giving you even more insights straight from the San Diego Studio development team. Tune in on Twitch and YouTube for deeper breakdowns of new modes, updates, and everything else coming to MLB The Show 25.Pre-orders for all editions (Standard Edition and Digital Deluxe Edition) are open now on theshow.com/purchase, platform stores, and participating retailers. For those pre-ordering Digital Deluxe Editions, Early Access begins March 14, 2025.For all the physical card collectors out there, were excited to offer something special. Keep an eye out for this years limited-edition Topps Now 1 of 3 Cover Athlete cards. Each physical MLB The Show 25 Standard Edition purchase (physical editions only) that displays the Topps sticker (see above) on the front of the cover will include 1 of 3 exclusive physical MLB The Show 25 Topps trading cards, while supplies last*. Trading cards also include special /299, /99, /49, /25, /10, /5, /1 parallels and chase cards variants. Which card do you think youll get?*These physical Topps trading cards are only available at participating retailers, and only included in physical versions with Topps trading card stickers on the outside packaging.Sign Up for The Scouting ReportFor all the fans, make sure to sign up for the MLB The Show Scouting Report to stay updated on all the latest features, updates, and legends coming to MLB The Show 25, while unlocking amazing rewards along the way. Starting in April 2025, subscribers will receive a unique exclusive pack every month through December 2025*, packed with incredible in-game rewards. Plus, the Golden Ticket Sweepstakes will return, with winners selected every month for amazing prizes like Packs, Stubs, clothing, autographed items from Elly De La Cruz, Gunnar Henderson, and Paul Skenes, along with even more surprises we cant wait to reveal. Dont miss outsign up today on theshow.comWhile youre there, dont forget to also set up your MLB The Show account and prepare for Opening Day. MLB The Show 25 allows you to easily move from platform to platform and keep access to your entire inventory of cards**. Head over to https://account.theshow.com/ and create your MLB The Show Account. After creating your MLB The Show account, login with your platform account and link it to your MLB The Show account, and you are all set.For all the latest information on MLB The Show, be sure to head over to TheShow.com, sign up for The Scouting Report, and follow our X, Facebook, and Instagram accounts.MLB The Show 25 launches on March 18.*Internet connection required.** Cross-platform progression requires an internet connection, and for each platform, you play on: 1) a copy of the MLB The Show 25 game compatible with your console (other platform versions sold separately); and 2) platform network account linked to your MLB The Show account.

Lets be honest, Helldivers: Super Earth is worth it. No matter what it is. All Helldivers share this belief, and fanatical loyalty is expected from all citizens of Super Earth. But the Helldivers need to demonstrate their allegiance. They need to look like the democratic disciples they are inside, and the only way we know to properly show it off is with the gear from our next Warbond*: Servants of Freedom which launches on February 6.Play VideoSo what does true devotion to Democracy look like?Hellbombs. It looks like Hellbombs. They really send a message: liberation is big, loud, and happening all around you. It gets the spirit of democracy soaring, and gets a lot of other things soaring, too, like buildings, Bile Titans, and Automaton industrial sites. Now, imagine youve got that kind of freedom strapped to your back. Thats the B-100 Portable Hellbomb, a beacon of democratic truth in a convenient backpack format, which can be easily activated by you or a helpful teammate. Just be sure to drop the pack and clear the area once its active, because the B-100s got a ten-second countdown that cant be canceled.How do you make the Sickle do more? Overclock it and bring some heat. The LAS-17 Double-Edge Sickle is pure agony meets ecstasy as it starts to burn the wielder as well as everything in its path. Shoot through the pain, Helldiver.To help you spread liberty around, you could equip the GP-20 Ultimatuma front-loading grenade pistol for your secondary slot. The Ultimatum packs a punch like a grenade launcher on steroids, designed for closer-range use. But handle it with care, or you might accidentally liberate yourself along with the enemy.Theres a new kind of throwable in Servants of Freedom, too. The G-50 Seeker is a small drone that follows you and explodes near enemies when detected. The Seeker can also target pinged enemies, like sending it on a little crusade.The IE-3 Martyr and the IE-12 Righteous medium armors have robe and cloak-inspired details and come equipped with the Integrated Explosives passive, which gives every Helldiver protection against becoming Voteless: Upon death, your corpse will detonate and take out the enemies around you. Nobodys going to control your mind, soldier.These armors also have helmets with stoic faces to stare down the onslaught without fear. Show no weakness, Helldiver. Then drape yourself in symbolic reminders of your enlistment oath by pairing these sets with the Fre Liberam and Per Democrasum capes.For the full effect, you can also equip the Servant of Freedom player title and equip the Raise Weapon cheer and look like a real follower of democratic values.Become one of Super Earths most faithful fighters and show the squad your fervor for Managed Democracy with the Servants of Freedom Warbond on February 6!*Requires base game, paid purchase of Super Credits, and game progression to unlock.

Plan the ultimate heist, team up with talkative weaponry then jump and chomp your way through an island adventure with the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup for February! Payday 3, High on Life and Pac-Man World Re-Pac will be available to PlayStation Plus members from February 4*.Lets take a closer look at the games.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imagePayday 3 | PS5Revel in the thrill of a perfectly planned and executed heist in this high-octane, co-op FPS experience for up to four players online. Step out of retirement back into the life of crime in the shoes of the Payday Gang, the envy of their peers and the nightmare of law-enforcement wherever they go. Several years after the crews reign of terror over Washington DC has ended, they assemble once again to deal with the threat that roused them out of early retirement.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imageSOL CRESTA | PS4PlatinumGames NEO-CLASSIC ARCADE series carries on the spirit and fun of classic gaming using modern technology, and the first project in this endeavor is SOL CRESTA. SOL CRESTA takes the docking and formation strategies of classic shooting games Moon Cresta and Terra Cresta and elevates them with the free-form docking system. The flagship Yamato, composed of the fighters Amaterasu, Tsukuyomi, and Susano can utilize various attacks depending on how the three ships are aligned. Docking, splitting, and reforming the ships as needed is the key to defeating the invading armies of Mega Zofer.View and download imageDownload the imagecloseCloseDownload this imagePac-Man World Re-Pac | PS4, PS5In this 2022 remake of the original PlayStation platformer, with improved UI, fine-tuned mechanics and updated visuals, Pac-Man arrives home on his birthday to find the Ghosts have kidnapped Pac-Mans family & friends and ruined his party. Off to the rescue, Pac-Man sets out to Ghost Island. Dodge Ghosts, solve environmental puzzles, rescue the Pac-Fam, and more in this platforming adventure. Play a collection of 3D mazes in Maze mode, clear Quest mode to unlock the original Pac-Man game in Original mode.All three games will be available to PlayStation Plus members on February 4 until March 3.Update on PS4 Games for PlayStation PlusAs many of our players are currently playing on PS5 and have shifted toward redeeming and accessing PS5 titles from the Monthly Games and Game Catalog benefit, PlayStation Plus is also evolving with this trend and will focus on offering PS5 titles through the Monthly Games and Game Catalog benefit starting January 2026. As we shift to PS5, PS4 games will no longer be a key benefit and will only be occasionally offered for PlayStation Plus Monthly Games and Game Catalog starting January 2026. We may still provide titles that can be playable on both PS4 and PS5 consoles after this date.Please note, this wont affect the PS4 Monthly Games that you have already redeemed from PlayStation Plus. Youll continue to have access to games youve already redeemed as long as you remain a member. For Game Catalog, PS4 games will still be available to play until it leaves the catalog as part of our monthly refresh.Well continue to evolve the experience of PlayStation Plus and optimize the benefits you receive, including exclusive discounts, online multiplayer access, online game save storage and more. As we shift our focus to PS5, we look forward to adding new PS5 titles monthly for you to enjoy.*PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup may differ in certain regions. Please check the PlayStation Store on launch day for your regions lineup.