PlayStation State of Play Unveils Surprise Sequels, PS VR2 Titles, and 2024 Release Highlights

Sony’s latest PlayStation State of Play broadcast delivered a surprisingly packed lineup of announcements, sequels, and updates, giving fans a clearer view of what’s coming to PS5 and PS VR2 in 2024 and beyond. The 30-minute stream offered a tight mix of fresh reveals, long-awaited gameplay footage, and bold new VR entries that left viewers buzzing with excitement.

One of the standout announcements was the reveal of *Astro Bot*, a full-length sequel to *Astro’s Playroom*, confirming the beloved robot mascot is returning in a larger-capacity platforming adventure. The game promises over 80 levels across six unique galaxies and looks poised to become a marquee title for Sony later this year.

Equally exciting was the debut gameplay trailer for *Concord*, Firewalk Studios’ 5v5 hero shooter. The cinematic introduction last year left many confused, but today’s gameplay finally clarified the game’s fast-paced, team-based matches, unique character roles, and tongue-in-cheek sci-fi style. A beta is slated for July with a full launch on August 23, making it one of the summer’s biggest multiplayer releases for PS5 and PC.

On the VR front, Sony reaffirmed its commitment to PS VR2 with several new titles, most notably *Alien: Rogue Incursion*, a tense new shooter set in the Xenomorph-infested universe. Featuring a fully original story and leveraging the power of PS VR2 for atmospheric horror, this is poised to be a must-play for fans of the franchise when it launches in Holiday 2024. Other VR highlights included *Behemoth*, a brutal fantasy action title from the makers of *The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners*.

Rounding out the show was the announcement that *Monster Hunter Wilds* will release in 2025, with a full gameplay reveal planned for this summer’s Summer Game Fest. Sony also hinted at more first-party reveals coming “later this year,” suggesting this drop was just the beginning of a broader rollout.

With sequels, shooter showdowns, and VR thrills, today’s State of Play not only bolstered the PS5’s 2024 lineup but also reassured fans that Sony’s pipeline is alive and well.