Sony kicked off its third State of Play presentation of the year with a 30-minute showcase packed with exciting news and updates for PlayStation fans. The event highlighted upcoming titles for the PS5 and PSVR2, revealing new games, long-awaited release dates, and thrilling gameplay footage. Here are the biggest highlights from the May 2024 State of Play.Sony State of Play May 2024: Major announcements
Concord Blasts Onto PS5 This August
Firewalk Studios ignited the event with a new trailer for their upcoming 5v5 multiplayer shooter, Concord. Featuring a diverse roster of mercenaries and high-octane gameplay, Concord promises a thrilling competitive experience. The game is set to release on August 23, with a beta test scheduled for July.
God of War Ragnarok conquers PC
Kratos and Atreus will bring their Norse adventure to PC on September 19. The PC version of God of War Ragnarok will feature stunning visuals, ultrawide monitor support, unlocked frame rates, and enhanced graphics options like DLSS and FSR. Players will need a PlayStation Network account to play.
Dynasty Warriors Origins
Omega Force returns with Dynasty Warriors Origins, a fresh take on the beloved hack-and-slash franchise. Promising "an all-new Warriors-like battlefield" and massive armies, Origins is set to launch on PS5 next year.
Infinity Nikki for beta testers
Former Zelda director Kentaro Tominaga introduces Infinity Nikki, an open-world RPG filled with fashion, friendship, and adorable creatures. A beta test is scheduled for Q3 2024, allowing players to explore this vibrant adventure.
Sony State of Play May 2024: New game announcements
The State of Play showcased several exciting new titles, including:
Where Winds Meet: A stunning martial arts adventure set in ancient China, coming to PS5.
Ballad of Antara: A high-fidelity, free-to-play action RPG with a dark fantasy setting, launching next year.
Behemoth: A chilling new VR survival game from the creators of The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, arriving in October for PSVR2.
Sony State of Play May 2024: Release dates and updates
The event also provided updates on several anticipated games:
Alien: Rogue Incursion: This terrifying new entry in the Alien franchise launches this holiday season on PSVR2.
Marvel Rivals: The superhero team-based PvP shooter gears up for a closed beta in July, with a PS5 version confirmed.
Until Dawn: The chilling narrative horror experience receives a visual overhaul and arrives on PS5 in Fall 2024.
Path of Exile 2: The highly anticipated action RPG sequel enters early access in late 2024, with PS5 and couch co-op confirmed.
Silent Hill 2 Remake: The iconic psychological horror masterpiece returns on October 8 for PC and PS5.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Capcom revealed new monsters and environments for their visually stunning Monster Hunter adventure.
Astro bot returns in a brand new adventure
Team Asobi unveiled a new Astro Bot game, launching September 6 on PS5. Featuring over 80 levels across six unique galaxies, this promises to be the most ambitious Astro Bot adventure yet.
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