September 25th 2024.
State of Play – Was it actually good?
The latest State of Play livestream has surprisingly exceeded expectations, showcasing exciting first looks at upcoming games such as Alan Wake 2 DLC and Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered. After a series of underwhelming preview events over the past year, Sony has finally delivered a State of Play that fans can truly get excited about. While it may not have been the most memorable event of all time, it did feature a diverse lineup of titles, including new game reveals and a highly anticipated first-party PlayStation 5 title, Ghost Of Yōtei.
Undoubtedly, the biggest news of the night was the announcement of Ghost Of Tsushima's sequel, which is set to release in the near future. However, there were also many other promising games featured, with some even scheduled to release this year. Let's take a closer look at all the new videos that were showcased during the event. But before that, the speculation begins on whether this was the final State of Play for the year or if there will be more to come. Based on previous years, it is likely the last, but there are still opportunities for exciting announcements at the upcoming Tokyo Game Show and The Game Awards in December.
The State of Play started off with a bang, with the reveal of free DLC for the critically acclaimed game, Astro Bot. While it may seem like minor content, with just five new online speedrun levels and 10 additional rescue bots, including popular characters like EVE from Stellar Blade and a Helldiver, it is still a welcome addition. The DLC is expected to release sometime this autumn.
Next up, we were introduced to a new game called The Midnight Walk, from the developers of Lost In Random. The game features a unique stop motion animation style, with all characters and monsters handcrafted from actual clay. The result is a stunningly horrific visual experience. While it can be played with PlayStation VR, we can already imagine that it will be too scary for many. The game does not have a specific release date yet.
Another intriguing game featured during the State of Play was Hell Is Us, a third-person action-adventure with a blend of real-world and supernatural horror elements. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek at the game recently and will have a preview and interview coming soon. Set in a fictional Eastern European country torn apart by civil war, the game follows the journey of a protagonist wielding a sword against terrifying faceless monsters. Hell Is Us does not have a release date yet.
While there was still no news from Sony themselves, the State of Play did feature a surprising amount of PlayStation VR games or games with VR features. One of the most interesting titles was Metro Awakening VR, a spin-off of the popular Metro series. Set in the same universe as Metro Exodus, the VR game is more than just a quick cash-in and is set to release on November 7.
The next game, ArcheAge Chronicles, left us a bit puzzled. We're not entirely sure what's going on with this game, but we assume it is a Korean-made MMO, judging by the abundance of player characters in some of the action scenes. Despite the confusion, the game looks decent and is expected to release sometime next year.
Next up, we have Palworld, the notorious "Pokémon killer" that was rumored to be coming to PlayStation 5 in time for the Tokyo Game Show. It turned out to be a shadow drop during the State of Play, perhaps in an attempt by Sony to release it before developer Pocketpair gets sued by Nintendo.
Fans of the Lunar series in the West were ecstatic to see Lunar Remastered Collection announced during the State of Play. The compilation includes the PS1 games Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete, with updated graphics and a widescreen mode. While it may still look like a SNES game, it is set to release next spring.
We then had a surprise reveal of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge DLC, featuring new characters Mondo Gecko and Mona Lisa. We're not sure if these characters are part of the TMNT canon or created specifically for the DLC, but it is available now, along with a free remix of the soundtrack.
The State of Play also featured a crossover DLC for Shadow X Sonic Generations, where Keanu Reeves himself will be voicing Shadow the Hedgehog in scenes based on the upcoming Sonic movie. The DLC will release on December 12, just a few days before the movie's release on December 21.
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi made a brief appearance during the event to discuss the new PlayStation 4 and 5 versions of his mobile game, Fantasian, which is set to release on December 5.
One of the highlights of the State of Play was the five-minute gameplay reveal of the highly anticipated Dragon Age: The Veilguard. The game looked impressive, with a fight involving two different dragons and an army of zombies. The interface and commands also looked complex, as did the new hair physics. The game is set to release on October 31.
Last but not least, we have the announcement of Alan Wake 2: The Lake House DLC. While the original game received critical acclaim, we were in the minority of critics who did not enjoy it. We are not very hopeful for the DLC either, as it seems to feature the same cliché dialogue and attempts at jump scares. However, for fans of the game, the DLC will release sometime in October, possibly with a stronger emphasis on horror than the original.
The recent State of Play livestream has surprisingly managed to exceed expectations. After a series of underwhelming preview events in the past year, Sony has finally delivered an exciting lineup for gamers. Tuesday night's livestream may not have been the most memorable, but it did showcase a diverse range of titles, including some new releases and a highly anticipated first-party PlayStation 5 game, Ghost Of Yōtei.
Undoubtedly, the biggest news of the night was the announcement of the sequel to Ghost Of Tsushima, which had fans buzzing with excitement. Although Sony only featured a handful of their own titles, there were many other exciting games to look forward to, with most of them set to release this year.
In case you missed it, here are all the new videos that were revealed during the event. However, the speculation has already begun on whether this will be the last State of Play of the year or if there will be more in the future. Based on previous years, it's likely that this was the final one, but some publishers have hinted at more news coming up at the Tokyo Game Show later this week. And let's not forget that Sony often debuts new trailers at The Game Awards in December.
The livestream kicked off with an exciting announcement for fans of the critically acclaimed game, Astro Bot. The developers have released a free DLC, which includes five new online speedrun levels and 10 new bots to rescue, including EVE from Stellar Blade and a Helldiver. The DLC is expected to be released this autumn.
Next up was the debut of The Midnight Walk, a game from the creators of Lost In Random that immediately caught our attention. The game uses a unique stop-motion animation style, with characters and monsters handcrafted from clay, resulting in a wonderfully horrific aesthetic. While the game can be played using PlayStation VR2, we can already predict that it will be too scary for some players. Unfortunately, there is no release date yet.
We also got a glimpse of Hell Is Us, a third-person action-adventure game that blends real-world and supernatural horror elements. We recently had the chance to preview the game and will soon have an interview with the developers. Set in a fictional Eastern European country amidst a civil war, players will face off against faceless monsters using a sword. While the game looks promising, there is no release date announced yet.
The State of Play also featured a surprising amount of PlayStation VR2 games and games with VR features. One such game was Metro Awakening VR, a spin-off of the popular Metro Exodus. The game is set to release on November 7 and looks like more than just a quick cash-grab.
We were also treated to a trailer for ArcheAge Chronicles, although we're not entirely sure what this game is about. The original ArcheAge was a Korean-made MMO, so we assume this is too, given the number of player characters shown in the action scenes. While it looks decent, there is no confirmed release date and more information is needed to understand what the game is all about.
Fans of Pokémon were in for a treat as the highly anticipated game, Palworld, finally got a release date. The game, which has been dubbed the "Pokémon killer," was rumored to be coming to PlayStation 5 around the time of the Tokyo Game Show. However, Sony surprised everyone by announcing that the game is available now. We can't wait to see how this game fares against the beloved Pokémon franchise.
For those who enjoy classic RPGs, the Lunar Remastered Collection is something to look forward to. The compilation features two PS1 games, Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete, with updated graphics and a widescreen mode. While it may not be everyone's cup of tea, it's sure to please fans of the series. The collection is set to release next spring.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise is also making a comeback with the Radical Reptiles DLC for Shredder's Revenge. The DLC introduces two new characters, Mondo Gecko and Mona Lisa, and also includes a free remix of the soundtrack.
In a surprise announcement, Keanu Reeves himself will be providing the voice of Shadow the Hedgehog in a DLC for Shadow X Sonic Generations. The DLC, which is based on scenes from the movie, is set to release on December 12, just a few days before the film's release on December 21.
Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, made a brief appearance during the event to talk about the PlayStation 4 and 5 versions of his mobile game, Fantasian. The game is set to release on December 5, and we can't wait to see what Sakaguchi has in store for us.
Dragon Age fans were in for a treat as the State of Play dedicated a good five minutes to the highly anticipated game, The Veilguard. The gameplay footage showcased an intense fight between two dragons and an army of zombies, and we were impressed by the intricate interface and commands. The game also features impressive hair physics, making it a visually stunning experience. The game is set to release on October 31.
Lastly, we got a sneak peek at the upcoming DLC for Alan Wake 2, titled The Lake House. While the original game received critical acclaim, the trailer for the DLC left some of us disappointed with its clunky dialogue and unimpressive facial animations. The DLC is set to release sometime in October, and we can only hope that it lives up to the hype.
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