PlayStation State of Play Recap: All the Biggest Announcements from Sony’s Summer Showcase

Sony’s latest State of Play aired Thursday afternoon and offered a stacked lineup of announcements, trailers, and surprises that set the tone for what PlayStation gamers can look forward to in the months ahead. From long-awaited sequels to brand-new IPs, this showcase packed a punch—and we’ve rounded up all the highlights you don’t want to miss.

Headlining the event was a new gameplay reveal for *Astro Bot*, the charming platformer from Team Asobi. Set for release on September 6, the game looks to expand on the creative mechanics introduced in *Astro’s Playroom*, while adding new powers, expansive worlds, and iconic PlayStation nods. It was a standout moment that kicked off the show with energy.

One of the biggest surprises came in the form of *Concord*, a 5v5 sci-fi shooter developed by Firewalk Studios. This is our first real look at the game since it was teased last year. Set in a colorful intergalactic future, *Concord* blends hero-based combat with cinematic storytelling, aiming to carve a place alongside titans like *Overwatch* and *Destiny*. A full beta is scheduled for July ahead of its August 23 release.

The long-rumored *Monster Hunter Wilds* also made a splash with a full trailer, showcasing open world exploration and massive beast battles that promise to take the franchise to new heights. The game is currently targeting a 2025 release.

Other standouts included *Silent Hill 2 Remake*, which finally has an October 8 release date and a terrifying new trailer that reassures fans Red Pyramid Thing is as chilling as ever, and a surprise reveal of *Until Dawn*’s PS5 and PC remaster, coming this fall with updated visuals and performance.

Rounding out the show were updates on indie titles like *Phantom Blade Zero*, *Ballad of Antara*, and a reveal of new PlayStation VR2 content.

With a blend of nostalgia, innovation, and blockbuster announcements, this State of Play proved Sony isn’t letting up on its focus on quality first-party titles and exciting third-party exclusives. The future of PlayStation looks bright—and busy.