Sony’s June 2025 State of Play delivered a 50-minute stream packed with new and upcoming PlayStation games like Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls and Silent Hill f, along with fresh trailers, surprise reveals, and long-awaited release dates for several major titles.
Image Credits: SquareEnix
Release Date: September 30, 2025
Square Enix is finally bringing back this fan-favorite tactical RPG—remade from the ground up. Expect modern visuals, voice acting, and a bunch of quality-of-life upgrades. If you’re a purist, don’t worry: there’s a classic mode that keeps the original look and feel intact.
Image Credits: Arc System Works
Release Window: 2026
A Marvel fighting game by Guilty Gear devs Arc System Works? Yes, please. This 4v4 tag fighter features a wild lineup including Spider-Man, Storm, Iron Man, and Doctor Doom. If the trailer’s anything to go by, expect flashy visuals and chaotic team battles.
Image Credits: IO Interactive
Release Window: 2026
IO Interactive gave us the first peek at its Bond origin story—and it’s looking intense. You’ll play a younger Bond as he stealths, shoots, and drives his way through globe-spanning missions. It’s coming to PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and even the Nintendo Switch 2.
Image Credits: CapCom
Release Window: Delayed to 2026
Capcom’s mysterious sci-fi adventure finally resurfaced with a new trailer—and a delay. Originally slated for earlier, Pragmata is now officially pushed to 2026. The footage gave us another cryptic look at its dystopian world, featuring a superpowered girl and her armored protector exploring a tech-ravaged Earth. Still weird, still intriguing.
Image Credits: Konami
Release Date: September 25, 2025
Set in 1960s Japan, Silent Hill f tells the story of a troubled student facing off against horrifying creatures and her own dark past. The tone is eerie, the visuals are disturbing, and it’s shaping up to be a fresh twist on the classic horror formula.
Image Credits: ArtPlay
Release Window: 2026
A prequel to Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, this new entry follows Leo and the Black Wolves in a demon-infested castle. Classic Metroidvania gameplay returns, now with new characters and lore.
Image Credits: Konami
Release Date: August 28, 2025
We finally got a new gameplay trailer for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. The visuals are stunning, the sneaking looks sharp, and yes—Ape Escape is back in minigame form. Kojima may be gone, but nostalgia is alive and well.
Image Credits: TEAM NINJA
Release Window: 2026
Team Ninja is back with a third Nioh, and it’s going bigger. This time, you’ll play as both a ninja and a samurai in a sprawling open-world setting. The supernatural elements return, and a playable demo is already live for PS5 players.
Image Credits: Digital Eclipse
Release Window: 2025
This one’s for the OGs. Legacy Kollection brings together various classic versions of Mortal Kombat, including arcade and console editions. If you grew up with uppercuts and fatalities, it’s a nostalgic trip worth taking.
Release Date: October 3, 2025
Fans of turn-based monster battles, rejoice! This new Digimon Story RPG lets you explore both the real world and the Digital World, recruit Digimon, and dive into strategic battles with plenty of depth.
Release Window: 2026
A pirate-themed action game that mixes sea combat, giant monsters, and… slot machine mechanics? It’s weird, it’s wild, and we’re definitely curious.
Release Date: February 24, 2026
From the folks behind Road 96, this story-driven game takes place in a waterlogged future where resources are scarce and choices matter. Think Fallout meets Waterworld, with multiplayer elements.
Release Window: Fall 2025
The creators of Tetris Effect are back with another trippy puzzle game. Expect pulsing beats, beautiful visuals, and some hypnotic gameplay—especially in PSVR2.
Release Window: 2026
A zombie attack nearly kills Romeo until his grandfather jams a sci-fi device into his head, turning him into a half-dead, sword-swinging killer. This Grasshopper Manufacture has gory action, weird storytelling, and over-the-top style.
Release Date: September 8, 2025
It’s a walking simulator, literally. You control each leg of a man figuring out how to walk again. It’s awkward, it’s hilarious, and it’ll probably go viral.
Release Date: September 3, 2025
This origami-inspired platformer lets you fold the environment to solve puzzles and reach new areas. It looks unique and surprisingly serene.
Release Date: September 5, 2025
The wacky golf sim is back with time-of-day changes and characters like… Pac-Man with a putter? Yep, that’s a thing now.
Release Date: July 31, 2025
Fast, brutal, and stylish—Ragebound brings Ninja Gaiden back in a new Metroidvania-style format. Expect a mix of slashing, platforming, and insane boss fights. Check out our list of best Meroidvania games on PS5.
Release Date: November 5, 2025
A game about climbing dangerous peaks and surviving the elements. If Death Stranding made you love walking, Cairn is here to make you love climbing.
Release Date: August 19, 2025
From the minds behind Journey and Abzû comes a dreamy surfing game across gorgeous, ever-shifting landscapes. It’s less about combat, more about vibes.
Astro Bot (New Levels Update)
Our favorite little robot is back with five new challenge stages—including cameos from Ghost of Yōtei and other PlayStation icons. A great reason to jump back in.
Thief: Legacy of Shadow VR
Release Date: TBA
The stealth classic is coming to PSVR2. Creep through shadows, pick locks, and steal everything that isn’t nailed down—in first person.
Project Defiant Wireless Fight Stick
Sony showed off its own wireless arcade fight stick for PS5 and PC. Built with competitive fighters in mind, it features mechanical buttons, swappable gates, and connects via PlayStation Link. Great timing with Marvel Tōkon on the horizon.
Overall, we think Sony’s June 2025 State of Play was pretty great. Sure, some might say it was underwhelming because of their unrealistic expectations, but honestly, there are some seriously hype titles we can’t wait for. A new Marvel fighting game, Nioh 3, and some promising indie bangers? It’s looking good!
Stay tuned for more upcoming games and other gaming news.
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