On Monday, Sony announced the first State of the Play of the year, and we are just minutes away now. After getting a good look at some upcoming Xbox titles last week, it’s now time for PlayStation to step into the spotlight with what will be quite a lengthy showcase highlighting some of the upcoming titles to grace the platform this year and beyond. There are over 15 titles on the slate today, and you can follow along with this afternoon’s State of the Play showcase down below.
First PlayStation State of Play game showcase of 2024
Sony took to the official PlayStation Blog on Monday to announce today’s show, which is expected to run for about 40 minutes. Of the 15 games on display here today, we know Team Ninja’s Rise of the Ronin and the upcoming action-adventure game developed by Shift Up, Stellar Blade, are confirmed to make an appearance. Sony also said “guest appearances from some of the most talented minds in gaming” alongside a new look at other upcoming PS5 and PSVR2 titles can be expected.
But beyond that, we will have to wait for the show to kick off – please show us more of Metal Gear Solid Delta Sony…Final Fantasy VII remake? Perhaps a Ghost of Tsushima 2 tease?
It all starts today January 31, 2024 at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET, and you can follow along below:
The first State of Play of 2024 will be over 40 minutes long, and feature guest appearances from some of the most talented minds in gaming. Among many other updates, we’ll feature extended looks at Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin, two great games coming to PS5 this year. And we’ll give you a new look at other titles coming to PS5 and PS VR2 in 2024 and beyond.
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Helldivers II
Releases February 8, 2024
The fight for Super Earth begins soon Helldivers. It’s not too late to sign up. Help us take down the alien threat and replace it with that sweet Democracy.
StellarBlade
Releases April 26, 2024
Reclaim Earth For Humankind. Save humanity from extinction in this electrifying story-driven action adventure.
Sonic x Shadow Generations
Coming Autumn 2024
Shadow the Hedgehog is back and teaming up with Classic and Modern Sonic in Sonic X Shadow Generations, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences! Play as Shadow the Hedgehog in a brand-new story campaign, and tackle iconic 2D and 3D stages as Classic and Modern Sonic in a newly remastered version of Sonic Generations. Sonic X Shadow Generations is coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles in Autumn 2024!
Dave the Diver
Dave the Diver comes to PlayStation with Godzilla in May
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Silent Hill 2
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Judas
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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
It is set for release in 2025
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