After months of rumors and speculation, Sony finally confirmed and held a State of Play presentation in September 2024. Read on to learn more about what was announced in the State of Play presentation.
State of Play September 2024 Announcements at a Glance
Biggest Announcements
Ghost of Yotei Revealed and Releasing in 2025
Stellar Blade x NieR Automata Collab Announced!
Dynasty Warriors Origins Releases on January 17, 2025!
Monster Hunter Wilds Set to Release on February 28, 2025
New Game Reveals
The Midnight Walk Announced and Available For Wishlist Now!
ArcheAge Chronicles Coming in 2025
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered Available for Pre-Order Now!
Lunar Remastered Collection Set for Spring 2025
New Announcements and Trailers
Hell is Us Gameplay Trailer Reveals 2025 Release
Metro Awakening VR Releases on November 7, 2024!
Fantasian Neo Dimension Set to Release on December 5, 2024
Fear The Spotlight Releases on October 22, 2024!
Towers of Aghasba is Coming to PS5 Early Access in November 2024
LEGO Horizon Adventures Releases on November 14, 2024!
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Announced for October 31, 2024
DLC/Updates
Free Astro Bot Add-On Coming in Fall 2024
Palworld Releases for PS5 Today!
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge - Radical Reptiles DLC Available Now!
Sonic X Shadow Generations Will Release Movie Pack As DLC Tie-In
Dragon Age The Veilguard More Gameplay Footage Revealed!
Alan Wake 2 Impresses With New Lake House Expansion
Hitman World of Assassination VR Coming This December
Other Announcements
Limited Edition Fortnite DualSense Controller Pre-Orders Available
Sony Showcases PS5 Pro-Enhanced Game Lineup
Biggest Announcements
Ghost of Yotei Revealed and Releasing in 2025
The sequel to the critically acclaimed PlayStation exclusive Ghost of Tsushima is revealed as Ghost of Yotei is announced as Sucker Punch’s latest project. Set in the time of 1603, 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima, it’s a time where the age of samurai is past. Follow the journey of Atsu, where she roams the grasslands and tundras surrounding Mount Yotei at the heart of Ezo (more commonly known as Hokkaido in present day). The game will feature even more sightlines to help players embrace the game’s visuals, new mechanics, gameplay improvements, and even new weapons.
Ghost of Yotei is set to be released in 2025 for PS5 as an exclusive.
Stellar Blade x NieR Automata Collab Announced!
More information about Stellar Blade’s upcoming DLC has been revealed, as the game will be collaborating with NieR: Automata for future content. Not much is shown in the trailer as of yet, but it does showcase that 2B and her Pod available in the game.
Additionally, Photo Mode, one of the most requested features to be added to the game, was also showcased. It shows the player being able to set specific poses for the different characters in the shot, apply stickers, and even apply frames to capture the moment. Lastly, the game’s soundtrack is now available on
Dynasty Warriors Origins Releases on January 17, 2025!
The latest Dynasty Warriors entry, Dynastry Warriors Origins, finally gets a release date! Set during the Three Kingdoms era, the game features the series own Musou-style combat that boasts gigantic army battles that defined the franchise. It also showcases more of the game’s different characters in its latest trailer, where we see the game’s dark-haired protagonist being involved in the many battles set during this feudal era.
We can assume that the game will have the usual three factions of Shu, Wu, and Wei along with their leaders, Liu Bei, Sun Jian, and Cao Cao, as seen in the trailer. You can also expect series mainstays such as Lu Bu, Xiahou Dun, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and many more. There’s currently no information regarding the game’s inclusion of the fourth faction of Jin as it has been included in the series’ later releases.
Dynasty Warriors Origins will be releasing early next year on January 17, 2025!
Monster Hunter Wilds Set to Release on February 28, 2025
Sharpen your weapons, hunters! Monster Hunter Wilds just revealed its release date during the September 2024 State of Play Presentation. Showcasing more than just mere gameplay over a nearly 4-minute timeslot, Monster Hunter Wilds dominated the presentation with plenty of in-game dialogue, cinematics, new locations, and the reveal of its flagship monster, the Arkveld.
One of the game’s dynamic locations was also showcased with the traversal and combat of monsters in the Scarlet Forest and its many dynamic periods. The presentation concluded with the game’s long-awaited official release date, set for February of the following year. This was then followed by a presentation of the game’s pre-order bonuses and editions.
Mark your calendars and keep the world’s phases in mind; the hunt begins when Monster Hunter Wilds hits the shelves on February 28, 2025. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Preorders are now also available across all platforms, featuring the "Guild Knight Set" layered armor and Hope Charm Talisman as Pre-order bonuses.
New Game Reveals
The Midnight Walk Announced and Available For Wishlist Now!
A new horror adventure game handmade in clay was just announced for PS VR 2 with Moon Hood Studio’s The Midnight Walk. Featuring stylistic and Coraline-esque visuals, the game is a horror adventure game that follows the story of The Burned One and the little wanderer as they take a stroll through The Midnight Walk.
The Midnight Walk is available for wishlist now and will be released for both PS5 and PS VR2!
ArcheAge Chronicles Coming in 2025
MMORPG players, rejoice, the sequel to 2014’s hit online action RPG by XLGames is finally here with ArcheAge Chronicles. Set 50 years after the events of the original game, ArchAge Chronicles offers the familiar feel of exploring vast, uncharted worlds filled with strategic battles, rich storytelling, and epic adventures, now enhanced with the PlayStation 5’s enhanced graphics and improved combat mechanics.
Customize your housing, master life skills, uncover new realms, and get set to embark on yet another adventure in ArchAge Chronicles, now available to wishlist and coming to the PS5 sometime in 2025.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered Available for Pre-Order Now!
The dark, gothic world of Legacy of Kain returns in stunning form with the upcoming Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered.
Originally released for the PlayStation and Sega Dreamcast in 1999 and 2000, followed by its 2001 sequel, the Soul Reaver saga became a cult classic, beloved by fans for its deep lore and iconic anti-hero, Raziel. Now, experience his quest for vengeance like never before with remastered graphics, enhanced audio, and refined gameplay features that breathe new life into this legendary series.
Prepare to follow Raziel, the vampire-turned-wraith, on his journey of betrayal and revenge when Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered launches on December 10, 2024. Pre-orders are available now for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Lunar Remastered Collection Set for Spring 2025
If classic JRPGs are more your style, then Sony’s got you covered with the upcoming release of the Lunar Remastered Collection. Covering the enchanting worlds of LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR: Eternal Blue Complete, the Lunar Remastered Collection offers the same JRPG experience that has delighted gamers for generations.
Now enhanced with better graphics, improved audio, and new quality-of-life features, the Lunar Remastered Collection won’t just take you down memory lane with a concentrated hit of nostalgia, it’ll let you experience LUNAR like never before.
The journey begins again when the Lunar Remastered Collection releases for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 sometime in Spring 2025.
New Announcements and Trailers
Hell is Us Gameplay Trailer Reveals 2025 Release
The stunning and the surreal cross paths in Rogue Factor and Nacon’s newest soulslike PS5 release, Hell is Us! Set in a warped, war-torn country, players must unravel the mysteries of their past and that of their land to confront the human darkness that fuels this permeating chaos.
Featuring fast-paced, soulslike combat and visual stylings reminiscent of the work of Yoji Shinkawa and Hideo Kojima, players can look forward to a macabre and grotesque look at yet another ruined world when Hell is Us hits the shelves sometime in 2025.
Metro Awakening VR Releases on November 7, 2024!
A new Metro game is out for the PS VR2 in the form of Metro Awakening. Set in the year 2028, survivors of the nuclear Armageddon are fighting to survive in the subways of Moscow Metro. You play as Serdar, a doctor who is in search of his wife and her desperately needed medication. Brave the deadly threats and the darkness of the Metro in this story-driven first-person adventure.
Metro Awakening VR will be released on November 7, 2024 for PC (Steam), PS5, PS VR 2, and Meta Quest.
Fantasian Neo Dimension Set to Release on December 5, 2024
The father of the legendary FINAL FANTASY series, Hironobu Sakaguchi, and renowned composer Nobuo Uematsu return to deliver yet another original RPG story with Fantasian Neo Dimension. Prepare to embark on a multidimensional journey to reclaim your lost memories and save a vibrant world from the encroaching Mechteria infection.
Featuring 150+ handmade dioramas to serve as the game’s uniquely-styled background, a modern take on the beloved turn-based RPG system, and a gripping story one might expect from the mind behind FINAL FANTASY, Fantasian Neo Dimension promises a wonderful adventure that combines physical environments with 3D characters and a masterfully executed narrative.
Expect an epic tale from the visionary behind FINAL FANTASY when Fantasian Neo Dimension launches for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on December 5, 2024. Don't miss out—pre-orders are available now.
Fear The Spotlight Releases on October 22, 2024!
Inspired by the classic horror games on the PS1, Blumhouse Games created Fear The Spotlight. It’s an atmospheric horror game that uses classic polygonal visuals and emphasizes stealth to hide from the terrors that are determined to keep you away.
Fear The Spotlight will be released on October 22, 2024 for PS5 and PS4.
Towers of Aghasba is Coming to PS5 Early Access in November 2024
Rebuilding a shattered civilization in a broken world isn’t an easy task, but that’s exactly the challenge that awaits you in Dreamlit Inc.’s newest open-world action-adventure builder, Towers of Aghasba. Dive into the vibrant wilds of the titular Aghasba, where players are challenged to rebuild their civilization and ecosystem in equal measure, always maintaining a balance between the two.
Take on the role of a steward, pioneer, and adventurer as you seed new environments with plants and animals. Found colorful villages and establish the civilization you need to oversee nature as you explore a vast open world filled with mysteries and adventure.
Bring more than just balance to nature and allow it to thrive under your guard in Towers of Aghasba, now available to wishlist and releasing on PlayStation 5 Early Access in November 2024.
LEGO Horizon Adventures Releases on November 14, 2024!
Relive the journey of Aloy, now in its LEGO-fied version in LEGO Horizon Adventures! It features a more comedic take on the story of Horizon Zero Dawn where Aloy and company will be exploring the former’s mysterious past, collect different outfits, and decorate their village with different LEGO items. The new trailer showcases different unlockable items and outfits including the Ratchet, Sackboy, Rivet, and "Alloy" outfits for Aloy and a Roller Coaster decoration for the village.
The game will be released later this year, on November 14, 2024 with pre-orders becoming available on October 3, 2024. Those who pre-order the game will receive the Shield-Weaver outfit for Aloy.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Announced for October 31, 2024
The legendary Horizon Zero Dawn, Guerilla Games’ iconic single-player action-adventure title from 2017 and predecessor to 2022’s Horizon Forbidden West, will be receiving a PlayStation 5 remaster.
Dive flaming-haired head first into the story of the bow-wielding heroine Aloy before she became the legendary Seeker of the Nora. Experience Horizon Zero Dawn like never before with the remaster’s 3D audio support, dual-sense haptic trigger feedback, improved high-fidelity textures and shaders, and new motion-capture animations.
This epic origin story is coming to PC and PlayStation 5 on October 31, 2024. Pre-orders are available now, so don’t miss out!
DLC/Updates
Free Astro Bot Add-On Coming in Fall 2024
Hang on to your controllers, folks, a new free add-on for Astro Bot is coming this Fall 2024. Featuring 5 new online speedrun levels across the game’s vibrant and dynamic platforming world, and 10 new bots to discover and rescue—including a Helldivers 2 Bot and a Stellar Blade Eve Bot—this free add-on is brimming with new content for Astro Bot fans everywhere.
Gear up for a supersized space adventure across brand-new levels when the free Astro Bot Speedrun and Special Bots Add-On releases for the PlayStation 5 this Fall 2024.
Palworld Releases for PS5 Today!
The overnight sensation of monster collecting meets base building, Palworld, is finally coming to PlayStation today! Enjoy collecting Pals, creating your perfect home, and battling other people as the highly acclaimed monster-collecting game arrives on PS5. Additionally, the game also revealed Horizon-themed gear, as the player character in the trailer was shown to be wearing Aloy’s outfit.
We’ll be sure to update and release an article on Palworld’s PS5 release when more information about the game’s release date and other additions is available, so stay tuned!
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge - Radical Reptiles DLC Available Now!
The fight against Shredder just got a lot more radical with the release of the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge DLC, Radical Reptiles. This new DLC introduces two new playable characters to add to the Turtles’ roster: Mondo Gecko and Mona Lisa.
Whether it be dealing tubular damage to enemies with a skateboard or throwing around caustic scientific concoctions, this dynamic duo is ready to rumble with the Foot Clan in the Radical Reptiles DLC, available now on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Releasing concurrently with the Radical Reptiles DLC is a new update for TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, featuring a new Rockin’ Remix Mode of the game’s official soundtrack with songs from guest remixers like Anamanaguchi, Button Masher, Jake Kauffman, Keiji Yamagishi, and Tomoya Tomita.
Sonic X Shadow Generations Will Release Movie Pack As DLC Tie-In
As commemoration with the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie, Sonic X Shadow Generations will be releasing a Keanu Reaves Shadow Movie Pack, turning gameplay and cutscene lines by Shadow to be voiced by the iconic actor!
The DLC will be released on December 12, 2024 for the PS5 and PS4.
Dragon Age The Veilguard More Gameplay Footage Revealed!
BioWare’s upcoming and highly anticipated game, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, has more gameplay footage revealed featuring a boss fight of one of the game’s Blighted Dragons, Corius the Icetalon.
Adopting a more action-RPG-centric style of combat, the latest entry of Dragon Age has completely moved on from its classic active tabletop style that it used to have while still having the option to strategically pause the fight mid-combat. The trailer showcases Rook playing as a Mage in the trailer, showing a sort-of spellblade specialization is included in the game.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard releases on October 31, 2024 for PC (Steam, Epic Games), PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
Alan Wake 2 Impresses With New Lake House Expansion
Dive into the harrowing horror experience of Alan Wake 2 once more with the release of its latest expansion, Lake House. Set in an unfolding narrative parallel to the main game’s story, you’ll be stepping into the shoes of FBC agent Kiran Estevez as she investigates the eerie shores of Cauldron Lake and the remains of Bureau’s research installation, codenamed "Lake House".
The Federal Bureau of Control's reckless experimentation around this new area has caused reality to collide with the Dark Place, and it’ll be up to Agent Estevez to figure out what’s going on and put a stop to it.
Alan Wake 2’s Lake House expansion is set to release sometime in October 2024 and is available exclusively to players who bought the base game’s deluxe edition.
Hitman World of Assassination VR Coming This December
Another Hitman game is releasing, and this time for the PS VR 2! Take control as Agent 47 yet again in this VR port of the game where you will take on contracts to assassinate specific targets in different settings. The game will also feature intuitive VR controls and gestures that will help players immerse themselves in the game’s different scenarios.
Hitman World of Assassination VR will be releasing this December 2024.
Other Announcements
Limited Edition Fortnite DualSense Controller Pre-Orders Available
It wasn’t just new games and remasters at the September 2024 State of Play—Sony also revealed the limited-edition Fortnite DualSense Controller, featuring fan-favorite characters Fishstick and Peely. With a street-style, graffiti-inspired design, this controller is sure to turn heads while giving you the edge you need to claim that victory royale in style!
Stand out from the crowd with vibrant colors and eye-catching decals when the Limited Edition Fortnite DualSense® Wireless Controller becomes available for pre-order on October 3, 2024.
Sony Showcases PS5 Pro-Enhanced Game Lineup
Sony brought the September 2024 State of Play presentation to a thrilling close with an in-depth feature on the newly announced PlayStation 5 Pro, showcasing a montage packed with breathtaking in-game cinematics and gameplay from upcoming titles set to debut with the console.
The lineup included heavy hitters like FFVII: Rebirth, Horizon Forbidden West, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, Gran Turismo 7, Hogwarts Legacy, Alan Wake 2, Stellar Blade, and Dragon’s Dogma II. The trailer also teased unreleased games like Dragon Age: The Veilguard and Assassin’s Creed Shadows, fueling even more excitement.
Get ready to witness next-level gaming when the PlayStation 5 Pro hits shelves on November 7, 2024. If you've been waiting for a reason to upgrade, this trailer just gave you plenty.
State of Play September 2024 Premiered on September 24 at 3:00 p.m. PDT/6:00 p.m. EDT/11:00 p.m. BST
After months of rumors and speculation, Sony finally confirmed and held a State of Play presentation in September 2024 which was broadcasted live on September 24 at 3:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm ET / 11:00 pm BST on PlayStation's YouTube and Twitch channels.
Check out the table below to learn more about when the stream began for each region:
| Region | Local Release Time |
|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Sep 24, 6:00 p.m. |
| United States (PDT) | Sep 24, 3:00 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Sep 24, 11:00 p.m. |
| New Zealand | Sep 25, 11:00 a.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Sep 25, 9:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Sep 25, 6:00 a.m. |
| Japan | Sep 25, 7:00 a.m. |
| Philippines | Sep 25, 6:00 a.m. |
| South Africa | Sep 25, 12:00 a.m. |
| Brazil | Sep 24, 7:00 p.m. |
Upcoming News and Updates for 20+ PS5 and PS VR2 Titles
PlayStation’s teaser for the September 2024 State of Play has already stirred excitement, with the promise of "news and updates on more than 20 upcoming PS5 and PS VR2 games from studios around the world."
However, the lineup of titles remains unannounced, fueling fan speculation. With a 30-minute runtime, each game is expected to receive just under two minutes of attention, likely showcasing teaser trailers or brief gameplay snippets.
The condensed format suggests a fast-paced presentation, focusing on quick updates rather than extended showcases or celebrity appearances, keeping the spotlight on the games themselves without any large-scale announcements or prolonged presentations.
Sony Unlikely To Highlight the PS5 Pro Due to Price Backlash
In light of the recent public backlash over the PlayStation 5 Pro’s high price point, it's unlikely that Sony will focus heavily on the console during the State of Play presentation. However, there’s a possibility that they may reveal more details about games receiving the PS5 Pro treatment.
Sony has already confirmed that around 50 titles are being optimized for the upgraded console, including major releases like Horizon: Forbidden West, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Alan Wake 2, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
While this topic may not receive as much attention as the broader game announcements, it’s still something fans can expect to hear about as part of Sony’s product showcase for the rest of the year.
Rumors of Game Announcements and the PlayStation 6 Continue
The announcement of a major gaming showcase from one of the industry’s biggest players always sparks a wave of speculation and rumors among excited fans and players worldwide. As anticipation builds for Sony's September 2024 State of Play, here are just a few of the many rumors swirling about what might be unveiled during the event:
Feeble Hope for Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hoping for the announcement of Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel to Team Cherry’s acclaimed indie game, has become something of an industry-wide meme over the past few years. Fans expect to see news about Silksong at every major gaming event, and the upcoming September 2024 State of Play is no exception.
Recently, gaming journalist and host of The Game Awards, Geoff Keighley, posted a playful meme on X (formerly Twitter) reflecting many fans' hopes for a Silksong reveal during the event, and/or the upcoming Tokyo Game Show. While some have taken his post as a glimmer of hope, there has been no confirmation from PlayStation or Sony about the game’s inclusion in the showcase. Hollow Knight fans will likely be disappointed yet again.
Ghost of Tsushima 2 Could Be on the Horizon
One of Sony’s most beloved titles from the past decade has been at the center of rumors leading up to the September 2024 State of Play, fueling widespread theory-crafting. According to these rumors, fans are expecting either a sequel or a PS5 Pro remaster of the game to be announced during the event. In the wake of the game's semi-recent PC port, these rumors only grew to a crescendo as September drew near.
With Sony’s typical release window for first-party franchises—set for April 2025—quickly approaching, now seems like the ideal time to unveil a major update or sequel to one of their flagship titles. Such a reveal would not only build excitement but also allow Sony to gauge public reaction ahead of the release. However, despite the strong case for this possibility, it remains completely theoretical for now.
Long-awaited Remakes and Controversial Remasters
Remakes and remasters are a staple of gaming announcement showcases, and the September 2024 State of Play isn’t free from this expectation. Many are theorizing that a few long-overdue remakes—or perhaps some less-desired remasters—may be on the horizon. Following the recent news of Horizon: Zero Dawn being rated for a remaster, many expect this controversial update to be officially revealed during the event. This particular remaster has divided PlayStation fans, with some criticizing Sony’s focus on revisiting older titles rather than developing new ones, or rehashing titles that don’t necessarily warrant a remake.
On the more anticipated side of remakes, rumors suggest that Gravity Rush and Gravity Rush 2 might receive PS5 or PS5 Pro upgrades. Given that these cult classics haven’t seen the spotlight since their PS Vita and PS4 releases, fans are eager for Sony to revive this underappreciated franchise.
Rounding out the speculation is Until Dawn, a remaster from Supermassive Games. It's likely that fans will get either a new trailer or a gameplay reveal for the upgraded version of this popular horror title during the showcase.
Absolutely Nothing About the PlayStation 6
Despite the recent announcement of the PlayStation 5 Pro, speculation about the PlayStation 6 is already gaining momentum. Wild theories have begun circulating, with some fans even expecting an imminent reveal of Sony's next-gen console. This rumor has quickly become one of the more outlandish topics surrounding Sony’s September 2024 State of Play event.
However, based on Sony’s well-established console release pattern, the idea of a PlayStation 6 arriving soon seems far-fetched. Historically, the PS4 Pro hit shelves three years after the PS4, and the PS5 launched four years later. Given this timeline, it’s highly unlikely that Sony would follow the PS5 Pro’s debut with a PS6 release in the near future.
For now, it seems fans will have to hold out a bit longer before hearing any official news about the next chapter in Sony’s gaming legacy.
