Welcome to the Future of PlayStation Gaming!
Summer is heating up (baby), and PlayStation’s State of Play 2025 has just delivered a massive wave of reveals, updates, and surprises! Whether you’re a die-hard PlayStation fan or just love gaming in general, this year’s showcase is packed with big hits, sleeper gems, and unexpected delights.
Sit back, grab your favorite gaming snack, and enjoy the State of Play 2025 presentation:
The Biggest Reveals & Titles Worth a Second Look!
Sony pulled out all the stops this year, bringing over 40 minutes of jaw-dropping announcements. Here are some of the highlights (for me at least):
My Two Top Picks & Must-Play Titles
🕵️ 007 First Light – IO Interactive’s James Bond origin story finally gets its first trailer, showcasing stealth, action, and espionage. This makes the top of my list as a fan of IOI, who managed to keep their studio alive as an indie developer instead of closing their doors. Now, we’re here with 007 First Light, which looks like a kickass action-adventure that takes us back to Bond’s early days. Who better to make a game like this than the creators of... Hitman? And IOI goes hard on replay value, so I can’t wait!
🔥 Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls – This one had me the most hyped. Fighting game fans who only have an Xbox or Nintendo might shed a tear over this PlayStation and PC exclusive. And boy, does it look badass.
Yes... Street Fighter 6 is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 (NS2), but I wish Capcom had considered releasing Tatsunoko vs Capcom 2 or a remake on the NS2. It would’ve made sense, especially since the original game is such a gem on the Wii.
PlayStation was wise to reach out to Marvel to make this beautiful-looking fighter happen. I don’t know how the game will feel in my hands, but it’s in fantastic hands with Arc System Works. That anime flair takes this to a new level while still holding onto the comic book style that screams Marvel at its core.
4v4 battles? This should be some seriously over-the-top action, and I might have to get my thumbs ready for all this awesomeness.
🎮 Nioh 3 – Team Ninja returns with another brutal action RPG, set to release in early 2026, with a demo available now.
🔥 Silent Hill f – The next entry in the legendary horror franchise arrives September 25, 2025, bringing a terrifying new story set in Japan.
🦇 Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow – The legendary stealth-action franchise returns in VR, offering an immersive experience for PSVR2 players.
🌊 Cairn – A survival-climbing adventure that challenges players to scale treacherous mountains, releasing November 5, 2025.
👾 Digimon Story: Time Stranger – A new Digimon RPG that blends turn-based combat and monster raising, launching October 3, 2025.
🔥 Pragmata – Capcom’s long-awaited sci-fi action game finally returns with a new trailer and a 2026 release window.
🌊 Tides of Tomorrow – A narrative-driven adventure where player choices shape the world, featuring stunning aquatic environments.
⚔️ Ghost of Yotei – The follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, bringing new samurai action and a gripping story, launching October 2, 2025.
🌊 Sea of Remnants – A mystery-driven free-to-play exploration game set in a post-apocalyptic ocean world, blending survival and storytelling.
Titles That Deserve a Second Look
Beyond the blockbusters, PlayStation’s State of Play 2025 also introduced titles that deserve a second look. These are the games that might end up in the shadow of bigger releases, but spotlights decrease the chance of that happening:
🔥 FBC: Firebreak – A fast-paced tactical shooter with destructible environments and intense firefights.
💀 Romeo is a Dead Man – From the crazy cool psycho developer SUDA51, this ultra-violent sci-fi action game is set to release in 2026.
😂 Baby Steps – This game is weird but in a cool, comical way. It almost feels like an Adult Swim original, with hilariously awkward movement mechanics.
⚔️ Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound – This totally gave me the feeling of seeing Ninja Gaiden in the arcade back in the day, but the visuals and action look even better. It looks like it would be extremely challenging, but for those who want fast-paced action that pushes their ability to progress, this could be the one.
🎮 Project Defiant: Wireless Fight Stick – The codename for PlayStation’s first official fight stick, and it’s a beauty. Not sure about the price, but PlayStation fans who constantly take on the competition in fighting games might feel conflicted when choosing between this and other fight sticks—unless they prefer to modify
Stay Tuned for More Gaming Action!
PlayStation’s State of Play 2025 has set the stage for an exciting year ahead, and we can’t wait to see how these games unfold. Whether you’re hyped for the biggest blockbusters or eager to discover hidden gems, there’s something for everyone.
Stay locked in with SDGT Entertainment’s Summer of Gaming as we continue to bring you exclusive coverage, deep dives, and hands-on impressions of what’s coming next!
