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On November 24, a free patch* for all Ghost of Yōtei players will introduce New Game Plus, allowing you to replay Atsu’s quest for vengeance from the beginning with everything you earned throughout the campaign. Yes, that means it’s time to bring a gun to a sword fight, with all of the armors, abilities, and weapons from your first playthrough available from the start of the game.

New Game Plus will unlock after you’ve finished the main story, and will add new harder difficulty options and two new Trophies. There’s also a new currency called Ghost Flowers that you can exchange with a new vendor for more than 30 new cosmetics including new armor sets and weapon dyes, plus 10 new charms. You’ll also be able to earn an additional tier of upgrades for your existing armor sets and weapons.

Beyond New Game Plus, we also have a host of new features coming for the base game. Starting with this new patch, you’ll be able to replay content in the post-game after you’ve completed the main story, including a new stats display. We’re also adding new accessibility options including directional button remapping, and new Photo Mode features including shutter speed, a composition grid, and new filters.We’re happy to close out the year with these new features and excited to see what everyone creates in Photo Mode! We’re extraordinarily grateful for all of the support you’ve shown Ghost of Yōtei since our launch last month. Whether you revisit Atsu’s story in New Game Plus or jump in for the first time this holiday season, we hope you enjoy your time in Ezo, and we can’t wait to introduce you to Ghost of Yōtei Legends in 2026! Thank you for playing!

Are you ready to step back in with Kaser and Arena on their epic journey in Lost Soul Aside? The team has taken player feedback onboard since launch, and we’re excited to share our biggest free update yet, available tomorrow, November 18. This update introduces the new challenge mode, Surge of Voidrax, along with a range of visual, audio, and gameplay upgrades designed to make the adventure feel sharper, richer, and more seamless than ever.

New challenge mode: Surge of Voidrax 100-waves endless battle with limitless challenge

To seal the scattered Voidrax energy, Liana has constructed the Surge of Voidrax Dimension using Imperial technology. However, the gathered energy has manifested into Phantom Voidrax, unleashing relentless surges of Voidrax energy that continuously breach the boundaries.  

At Liana’s request, Kaser will enter the Surge of Voidrax Dimension, confront up to a 100 waves, and fight tirelessly to quell the chaos and stabilize the interdimensional seal.  

Rules and highlights

100-waves challenge: Battle through 100 back-to-back enemy waves, each tougher than the one before. It’s a pure test of endurance and strategy that will push your limits.

All skills & weapons unlocked: All skill trees and four main weapons are available from the get go. Optimize your combat style and adapt to varied battle scenarios.

• Various enemy types gathered: Encounter a lineup of classic bosses and diverse monsters, offering a strategic and action-packed showdown at every wave.
• Dynamic intermission supplies: After completing each wave, visit Liana’s Shop to refill potions, change accessories, boost Arena Power, or acquire new weapons—preparing you for the next challenge.
• Exclusive cosmetic rewards: Upon clearing specific waves for the first time, earn the Phantom Card to craft interdimensional appearances at Liana’s Workshop, allowing your character to display a unique visual style and showcase your victorious glory.

Surge of Voidrax isn’t just a mode; it’s a true test of skill, strategy, and perseverance. How far can you go?

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Full-game upgrades you can’t miss

Beyond the new challenge mode, this update also delivers comprehensive enhancements to elevate your gameplay experience for both new and veteran players alike.  

Skip the prologue and drive straight into combat

Eager to experience the core action immediately? Now you can choose to skip the Prologue, jumping directly into the fight and immersing yourself in the exhilarating combat system of Lost Soul Aside.  

Voidrax Pathfinder for freer exploration

Stuck on complex puzzles or challenges? The new Voidrax Pathfinder guides you directly to objectives or helps unlock puzzles, letting you explore at your own pace.  

Additional new skins for unique customization

Personalize your look with a variety of new appearances, including customizable “X” weapon accessories, classic Crystal weapons, and stunning armor and knight costumes—perfect for crafting your own signature style.

Cinematic narrative upgrades for deeper immersion

Cutscenes have been completely revamped! We enhanced character expression animations for more lifelike emotion, improved global lighting and shadow effects to heighten the atmosphere, and added environmental voice lip-sync animations. Together, these upgrades deliver a truly cinematic storytelling experience.  

Operation & performance improvements for smoother battles

• Customizable controls, allowing players to tailor button layouts to their preferences.
• Refined core combat actions like rolling and double jumps, with fine-tuned skill feel for weapons like the Scythe and Greatsword—making combos flow effortlessly.

From the extreme challenge of Surge of Voidrax to personalized experiences with the Voidrax Pathfinder, and polished cinematic storytelling to a wealth of new appearances, this update is packed with sincerity, aiming to present a richer, more engaging gameplay experience in Lost Soul Aside.  

Dear Souls, it’s time to return, prove your strength in the Surge of Voidrax, and experience the evolution of your adventure. 

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Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, and Kristen are back this week to discuss this week’s State of Play Japan, which focuses on the Japanese and Asian markets, the thrill of going topside in Arc Raiders, and all the games the team has been playing and looking forward to. This episode also includes an interview with Miles Leslie, Associate Creative Director, Treyarch for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7

Stuff We Talked About

• Next week’s releases:
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 | PS5, PS4 (out today)
  • Where Winds Meet | PS5 (out today)
  • S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl | PS5
  • SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide | PS5
  • One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 | PS5
• State of Play Japan — This week‘s State of Play Japan highlighted our studios in the Japanese and Asian markets. Some of the biggest announcements included:
  • MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls – Second closed beta coming December 5
  • Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake revealed
  • Gran Turismo 7 – Power Pack DLC announced
  • Octopath Traveler 0 – Demo available now, full game out December 4
  • 27″ Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook coming to U.S. and Japan
  • Elden Ring Nightreign – The Forsaken Hollows DLC coming December 4
• Lumines Arise developer interview — Enhance Games shares tips to help you master this visually stimulating puzzler, along with delving into the game’s design philosophy. Out now on PS5 w/ optional PSVR2 mode.
• PlayStation Plus Game Catalog November
  • Extra and Premium
    • Grand Theft Auto V | PS5, PS4 
    • Pacific Drive | PS5
    • Still Wakes the Deep | PS5
    • Insurgency: Sandstorm | PS5, PS4
    • Thank Goodness You’re Here! | PS5, PS4
    • The Talos Principle 2 | PS5
    • Monster Jam Showdown | PS5, PS4
    • MotoGP 25 | PS5, PS4
    • Red Dead Redemption | PS5, PS4Grand Theft Auto V | PS5, PS4 
    • Pacific Drive | PS5
    • Still Wakes the Deep | PS5
    • Insurgency: Sandstorm | PS5, PS4
    • Thank Goodness You’re Here! | PS5, PS4
    • The Talos Principle 2 | PS5
    • Monster Jam Showdown | PS5, PS4
    • MotoGP 25 | PS5, PS4
    • Red Dead Redemption | PS5, PS4
  • Premium
    • Tomb Raider: Anniversary | PS5, PS4

The Cast

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Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE

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Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE

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Kristen Zitani –  Senior Content Communications Specialist, SIE

Thanks to Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music.

[Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

This week marks PS5’s fifth anniversary! To celebrate, we asked you to share unforgettable moments from the last five years using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here’s this week’s highlights:

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Dande_Lion55 shares the iconic fight between Kratos and Thor in God of War Ragnarōk

PattyGnand shares pixel-level celebration in Astro Bot

FrameCaptureVP shares Ellie swinging an axe through the shadows in The Last of Us Part II Remastered

ibis_monk shares Aloy taking to the skies in Horizon Forbidden West

secondcapture shares an epic armor set in Demon’s Souls

sorathluna shares Higgs playing his battle guitar atop a pillar with a gigantic BT in the background

Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?

THEME: Side Quests
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on November 19, 2025 

Next week, we’re headed on a side quest. Share moments that transpire when you venture off the golden path in the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Hello, Rovers. Happy to see you again. This time, I’ll walk you through the latest updates of Wuthering Waves Version 2.8. In Version 2.8 To the City Set in Amber, set to launch on November 20, Rover will be joined by a new Resonator companion, Chisa, on a journey to the enigmatic fallen city, the Chronorift Metropolis — Honami. There, abnormal frequencies abound, and the loop of time awaits someone to set it free. Expect new stories, characters, locations, optimizations, and more content.

New main quest: Step into the fallen city in the looping crisis Honami

After the Rinascita arc concluded, Rover returned to the Black Shores and learned that they had unexpectedly captured a completely new frequency. During the Black Shores’ continued investigation, they found a rift leading to an unknown Sonoro Sphere. Rover will enter the mysterious Chronorift Metropolis through the Sonoro entrance.

The Chronorift Metropolis was once a thriving commercial hub, previously known as Honami City. But decades ago, it was destroyed by the Lament and permanently sealed within a Sonoro Sphere, eventually becoming what we see today. The once-bustling skyscrapers are now covered in overgrowth. Seawater has flooded lowlands and roads. But the Lament that brought ruin to this city never truly vanished. It still lingers in the city, sometimes giving rise to unstable anomalies.

The recurring Lament has trapped the city in a time loop, resetting and destroying it over and over. The people you see moving about are no longer who they once were. They’re now known as the Left Behind—phantoms repeating the habits of their former lives, reliving the same daily routine. The entire city, along with its Left Behind, is imprisoned within the Sonoro Sphere, cut off completely from the outside world. It’s Rover’s unexpected arrival that brings change to this sealed space.

In Version 2.8, Main Quest Chapter II Act XII Stagnant Dawn on Wastelands and Main Quest Chapter II Act XII Segue Flowing Starlight in the Iris will both become available on November 20. In this iridescent, end-of-days metropolis, break the Lament that engulfs the city.

New Resonators: Chisa & Buling

Long black hair, striking red eyes, and crisp, simple uniform, the mysterious science-minded stop student Chisa will debut in Version 2.8 and unveil the secrets hidden beneath Honami with Rover. Chisa’s Forte is Clipping. Though she arrived in Honami by accident, with her calm, serious nature and exceptional learning abilities, she adapted here quickly and managed to carve out a safe haven in this fallen city with her Forte.

Those giant scissors Chisa wields look heavy, but she handles them with ease. Chisa was born into a tailor’s family, so she could shift their form to suit her needs in different situations. She uses them not only to cut papers into shapes she loves but also as handy and versatile tools.

Chisa is a 5-Star Havoc Resonator who wields a Broadblade as her weapon. During battle, Chisa swings her massive scissors along precise geometric trajectories, with crimson trails flashing from the edges, pinpointing enemy weaknesses with calm, calculated grace. Under certain conditions, she can switch her scissors into a high-damage chainsaw form, allowing her to deliver rapid and devastating finishing attacks. When Chisa activates a specific skill, her red scissors project a semi-transparent giant phantom. She briefly steps back, then clips forward, cutting through the enemies. When unleashing her Resonance Skill, a unique vision manifests in Chisa’s eyes, marking all enemies within range. She then uses the winch on her scissors to pull some of the marked targets closer for a slicing attack.

Each of her attacks builds up her Forte Gauge. Once it’s full, Chisa can unleash Resonance Skill and transform her weapon. She steps firmly onto the winch, and as dark red particles burst from it, the scissors switch into Chainsaw Mode. Then, Chisa uses the chainsaw to unleash a flurry of swift and unrelenting slashes. When Chisa casts her Resonance Liberation, her eyes glow bright violet, revealing the weak spots of all things before her. She raises her giant scissors and delivers a rending strike to her foes while healing allies at the same time.

This young Taoist Buling from Huanglong, Mengzhou, sports a trendy look and excels in talisman divination, fortune-telling, and other mystical arts. As a free-spirited traveler and Black Shores’ Consultant wandering the world, Buling’s open and cheerful personality wins her friends and intel for the Black Shores wherever she goes. Buling wears something like headphones, which tie directly to her Forte. Her ears are incredibly sensitive to frequencies that haven’t taken shape, so she can often hear sounds others can’t. This special headset she wears helps filter out some of the noise. She can also use her Forte to sense potential danger nearby.

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Buling is an Electro Resonator who wields a Rectifier as her weapon. Her combat style is fluid and lively. During battle, the talisman she draws from the casket seems casual, but there’s a method to the madness. The copper coins she flicks are actually lethal finishers, and the crisp-sounding magic bell can lock enemies in a formation. As Buling’s different attacks land, two types of Trigrams form around her, and she can gather up to four Trigrams.

By consuming two Trigrams, she can unleash different enhanced attacks and build up her Forte Gauge. When Buling unleashes her Resonance Skill, she moves as swiftly as lightning to set up a formation around her enemies and summon thunder to strike them. With the clear chime of her magic bell, the enemies are drawn into the center of her formation. When her Forte Gauge is full, Buling can unleash Resonance Liberation, casting a thunder spell and tossing a copper coin that shoots like lightning to damage the enemies. At the same time, the formation expands the magic bell chimes within, immobilizing enemies and continuously damaging them.

New Area: Chronorift Metropolis, Honami City

Version 2.8 introduces the new area, Chronorift Metropolis —Honami City. In this abandoned city, Chiasa used her Resonance Ability and clipped out this safe space—a cafe located at Honami Crossing, as a secret base—shielding it from the influence of the Lament. This Cafe isn’t just a safe haven for Rover and Chisa to catch their breath. It’s also a hub that connects to other parts of the city. In Version 2.8, Rover will set out with Chisa from here, head to more corners worth exploring, and live through the city’s stories firsthand.

In this city, you’ll see not only iridescent, blue skies, gravity-defying skyscrapers, but also the mysterious tower that rises at the city center—Neon Tower.

As you walk with Chisa, a soft breeze flows by, and pink petals drift across the sky like clouds. You’ll encounter sights that heal and give hope. As Version 2.8 launches, get ready to explore the beauty of this fallen city.

New optimizations: One-click absorption of all Absorbable Echoes & Auto Supplement

Besides new content, this update also introduces several QoL optimizations. First, we added the one-click absorption of all absorbable Echoes feature. After the update, with just one absorption action, you can absorb all Echoes within a certain area. Rovers will no longer need to absorb them one by one. Compared to regular overworld exploration, the absorption radius inside the Nightmare Nest will be a bit larger so that Rovers can gather all the daily Echoes in one go.

After the Version 2.8 update, Resonator Ascension, Weapon Ascension, and Skill Upgrade menus will receive a new Auto Supplement feature. When the required upgrade materials are insufficient, clicking this button will open the Auto Supplement screen, where you can directly see which materials you need and use Synthesis, Conversion, or Supply Packs—all without switching to other menus, making it much faster to fill everything you need.

Also, during Synthesis, if low-rarity materials are insufficient, the system will automatically search for lower-rarity materials and Supply Packs and auto-fill the list until the requirement is met. If Synthesis, Conversion, and Supply Packs still cannot provide enough materials, a shortcut button will appear to guide you directly to their acquisition sources.

Last, we have some more exciting news to share—Wuthering Waves PS5 Collector’s Edition Set is scheduled for release in Spring 2026. More details will be announced later on our official social media—follow us and stay tuned. Now, let’s continue this unfinished journey together. Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 To the City Set in Amber will officially launch on November 20. Rovers, see you in Honami!

Five years ago, in November 2020, PlayStation 5 marked a new era of speed, immersion, and creativity. As we celebrate its fifth anniversary, we’re looking back at how PS5 has evolved – year by year – through system software updates, new accessories, and community milestones that continue to redefine play.

2020: The beginning of a new generation

The PS5’s launch in November 2020 redefined what a console could do. Powered by an ultra-high-speed SSD, immersive 3D Audio, and the innovative DualSense wireless controller, PS5 introduced a new generation of immersion never felt before in gaming.

• Share Screen debuted, allowing players to watch friends’ gameplay in real time via PS5 and later on the PS App. Since launch, Share Screen has been used more than 1.6 billion times, totaling over 900 million hours. Top shared titles include Fortnite, Roblox, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, and Grand Theft Auto V.
• Accessibility has been at the heart of PS5 since day one. The console launched with 11 accessibility features, which has grown to 20 by 2025 – including new additions such as Accessibility Tags and Second Controller for Assistance. One out of every four PS5 users have enabled at least one of these accessibility features.
• Every PS5 console and accessory features microtextured PlayStation shapes – on DualSense alone, there are 45,674 tiny triangles, circles, crosses, and squares.

2021: Expanding the experience

As the PS5 player base grew, so did the platform’s capabilities. 2021 focused on updates that expanded social connectivity and storage options:

• The first major PS5 system update added Cross-generation Share Play, enabling PS5 players with PlayStation Plus membership to virtually ‘pass the controller’ to friends using PS4. Since launch, Share Play has been used over 700 million times on PS5.
• M.2 SSD storage expansion gave players freedom to grow their libraries. The use of an industry-standard M.2 format provided a flexible and cost-efficient way to expand PS5 storage, and the feature has since been adopted by millions of players.
• We also added the ability to share PS5 game captures through the PlayStation App, resulting in 5.6 billion captures uploaded. Today, nearly half of PlayStation messages are sent from the PS App, with more than 1 billion voice chat sessions taking place through the app.
• 2021 also introduced PS5’s first color variations – Midnight Black and Cosmic Red, giving players more ways to customize their console and accessories in their favorite color.

2022: More Options, More Ways to Play

In 2022, PS5 evolved further to deliver a richer and more personalized play experience.

• VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) enhanced visual performance by minimizing visual artifacts for smoother, crisper gameplay. Millions of players have enabled the feature, with 96% of those with VRR-compatible monitors using it regularly.
• This was also the year PlayStation Plus introduced a new three-tier service, offering hundreds of games in the Game Catalog for Extra members and Deluxe/Premium members, as well as access to a Classic Game catalog for Premium members. Since launch, the number of unique catalog players has doubled, and the total gameplay hours for Game Catalog and Classic Catalog has also increased – cumulatively hitting 14 billion hours.
• PS5 personalization expanded further with new galaxy-inspired color variations: Nova Pink, Starlight Blue, and Galactic Purple.

2023: Pushing the boundaries of play with new accessories

2023 was a year of more breakthrough hardware and innovation.

• PlayStation VR2 launched, introducing next-generation immersion with eye tracking, headset feedback and deep immersion with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers through PlayStation VR2 Sense Controller.
• Discord voice chat arrived on PS5, connecting players across platforms. Since launch, more than 1 billion Discord voice chat sessions have taken place on PS5, averaging 105 minutes per session.
• PlayStation Portal remote player redefined remote play, now accounting for over 50% of all PS5 Remote Play sessions – surpassing streams through mobile, PC, PS4 and PS5 consoles combined.
• We also introduced DualSense Edge wireless controller – our first high-performance, ultra-customizable controller – and the Access Controller, a controller kit designed to make gaming more accessible for all.
• Cloud Streaming access for PS5 games brought new options for PlayStation Plus Premium members to stream supported PS5 digital games from Game Catalog, Game Trials and purchases from PS Store on their PS5 console.
• Additionally, we released a new line of audio products featuring planar magnetic drivers and our innovative PlayStation Link technology that provides lightning-fast, lossless audio connection with Pulse Explore wireless ear buds, followed by Pulse Elite wireless headset in early 2024.

2024: Empowering players and communities

In 2024, PS5 deepened community connection and personalization.

• Community Game Help debuted, enabling players to share gameplay hint videos generated from opt-in contributors. The feature is now available across hundreds of PS5 titles, with thousands of helpful community hints contributed by players around the world.
• The new Welcome Hub introduced a personalized PS5 home screen space with customizable widgets and backgrounds. Customization has been rising since launch, with the battery widget emerging as the most popular, and personal gameplay screenshots becoming the top background choice among players.
• This was also the year we launched the PS5 Pro – our most visually impressive and innovative console to date, along with the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection, celebrating 30 incredible years of play and creativity.

2025: Five years of play

Happy 5th Anniversary, PS5! As we celebrate five years of the amazing journey, the numbers tell the story:

• PS5 has cumulatively sold over 84 million units globally. If you lined up every PS5 ever sold, together they’d stretch over 28,600 kilometers – long enough to go from Tokyo to San Francisco to London, and then all the way back home again.
• More than 7,500 PS5 games have been published by over 4,000 creators around the world. By total playtime, the top three most-played PS5 multiplayer games were Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto V, and Call of Duty Modern Warfare II and the top three PS5 most-played single-player games were Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, God of War Ragnarök and Hogwarts Legacy.
• Players have earned a combined 40 billion Trophies on PS5, including 110 million Platinum Trophies.
• Across five years, PS5 players have logged a total of 100 billion hours of gameplay.

Five years on, the PS5 platform continues to evolve and connect more players than ever. From the day it launched to today, PS5 has redefined what play can mean for creators and the community alike.

Here’s to five incredible years of play – and to the millions of players who made them unforgettable!

*All figures are based on internal data collected as of September 2025.

Today’s special Japan-focused State of Play was packed with content from start to finish. It showcased fresh gameplay from major upcoming titles, brand-new game announcements, confirmed release dates, and more. Missed the livestream or want a quick recap of everything shown? You’re in the right place.

To start, you can watch the full show below. After that, we break down each of the featured games, highlighting key news, sharing some new trailers, and offering extra insights from the developers through a collection of dedicated PlayStation Blog posts.

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X, a roguelike action spin-off of the BlazBlue series, launches on PlayStation 5 on February 12, 2026. Featuring 14 familiar characters from the series and a brand-new story, the game lets you craft your own playstyle through deep character build options. Pre-orders open today.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

BrokenLore: Unfollow / BrokenLore: Ascend

During today’s show, the single-player psychological horror anthology BrokenLore revealed two major updates: a new trailer and a January 16 release date for BrokenLore: Unfollow, a story themed around the dark side of social media available for pre-order today. The show also included the surprise reveal of BrokenLore: Ascend, a Tokyo-set survival horror with climbing elements.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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Coffee Talk Tokyo 

The spin-off title from the Coffee Talk series, Coffee Talk Tokyo launches on PS5 on March 5, 2026. Set in a cozy café in Tokyo, this narrative adventure lets players step into the role of a barista who brews comforting cups of coffee and listens to the stories of both humans and yōkai descendants who visit the café.

Damon & Baby

Coming to PS5 and PS4 in early 2026, Damon & Baby follows a cursed demon lord and a human child on a heartfelt journey. This action adventure game combines exploration with twin-stick shooter combat. Collect loot, level up, and strengthen their bond through every battle.

Digimon Story Time Stranger – Alternate Dimension DLC

Digimon Story Time Stranger is about to expand its adventure. The first Season Pass DLC, Alternate Dimension, arrives this winter, introducing five unique Digimon and a new story centered on key characters. Get ready to explore an entirely new side of the Digital World.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined

Today, Square Enix shared the latest trailer for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, launching on PlayStation 5 on February 5, 2026. This reimagined version adds a new episode where you reunite with an adult Keifa in a new area and team up with him once again.

Dynasty Warriors Origins – Visions of Four Heroes DLC

New details for the major DLC Visions of Four Heroes for Dynasty Warriors: Origins have been revealed. Launching on January 22, 2026. The DLC is available for pre-order starting today. It features a new story centered on the Four Heroes, along with new allies, weapons, and expanded 1 vs. 1,000 action across immersive battlefields.

Elden Ring Nightreign – The Forsaken Shadows DLC

The first DLC for Elden Ring Nightreign, The Forsaken Hollows, has been announced for release on December 4, accompanied by a brand-new trailer. This update adds two new playable Nightfarers, the Scholar and the Undertaker, along with two formidable new bosses to put your skills to the test.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake

At today’s State of Play Japan, a new trailer for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake was revealed, along with an interview with Makoto Shibata, Fatal Frame Series Director at Koei Tecmo Games. The remake launches on March 12, 2026, with pre-orders available starting today. This full remake of the 2003 Japanese horror adventure invites players to explore a cursed village and confront terrifying spirits using the mysterious Camera Obscura.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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Fate Trigger

Fate Trigger, a next-generation tactical hero shooter, begins early access in Q1 2026. Two new heroes join the roster: Fari, an attacker who creates clones, and TaTa, a defender with mini-turrets. A new map, Pale Blight Outpost, has also been revealed.

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Gran Turismo 7 – Power Pack DLC

Gran Turismo Series Producer Kazunori Yamauchi announced that the Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack will release next month. Coming December 4, this paid add-on will introduce a brand new game mode packed with authentic motorsport challenges including 24-hour endurance racing and full race weekends. 

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories

inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories, which gently captures the small moments of everyday life, is coming to PS5 in April 2026. Players take on the role of a convenience store clerk in a quiet town, interacting with familiar faces and shaping their own story through everyday choices.

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Kyouran Makaism

Launching on January 29, 2026, Kyouran Makaism is a new 3D action RPG from the Disgaea team. Turn defeated enemies into 16 types of Familiars, from dragons to the alluring Empusa, then command or transform them into powerful weapons to reclaim your stolen pudding.

MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls

Today, we announced that the next Closed Beta for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls will launch on PlayStation 5 on December 5 at midnight (PT) / 5 PM (JST). This beta adds Spider-Man and Ghost Rider to the roster, bringing the total number of playable characters to eight. Players can freely mix and match heroes and villains to form a four-character team. It also introduces two new stages, Savage Land and X-Mansion, each featuring unique interactive elements to discover. 

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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Monster Hunter Wilds – Free Title Update 4

Attention hunters — Monster Hunter Wilds Free Title Update 4 arrives on December 16. The update adds the Giant Halberd Dragon, Gogmazios, plus new endgame content and seasonal events. 

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MotionRec

MotionRec, launching in Spring 2026, is a record-and-replay puzzle action game where you move, jump, and record your actions to replay them and overcome seemingly impossible paths. Use creative strategies and various gimmicks to explore ruined stages and uncover the mysteries of a machine-dominated world.

Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse

At today’s State of Play Japan, a new trailer for Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse was revealed, and its release date announced, March 5, 2026, for PS5 and PS4, with pre-orders available today. In our interview, Yasuomi Sakai, Producer at Pocketpair, discussed this 2D roguelike game’s boss battles, highlighting their unique attack patterns and special mechanics. 

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files

No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files launches on February 26, 2026, for PS5 and PS4. On PlayStation 5, the game features enhanced visuals that bring every moment of the investigation to life. Join Special Investigator Kaname Date and his AI partner Aiba as they pursue the case of a kidnapped net idol, Iris.

Octopath Traveler 0

A demo for Octopath Traveler 0 is available starting today, ahead of the game’s December 4 launch on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Play the first three hours and carry your progress into the full release. Create your character, begin your journey, and check out the newly released trailer in today’s show.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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Once Upon a Katamari DLC packs

This November, Once Upon a Katamari adds new content with the Katamari Dance Dance Remix Pack, featuring five fresh remix tracks and custom costumes. Another pack, the Katamari Neo Remix Pack, will follow this winter. Wrap up the year with new beats and bold new styles.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac – Sonic the Hedgehog Collaboration Set DLC

Starting today, Sonic the Hedgehog speeds into Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac. Experience brand-new stages inspired by Sonic’s world, packed with signature speed, classic gimmicks, and familiar faces, and face off against Dr. Eggman in an epic boss battle. Available today on PS5 and PS4.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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Sonic Racing: Crossworlds – SpongeBob SquarePants Pack DLC

Get the latest update on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, released in September. Nights, AiAi, and Tangle & Whisper join the race as free collaboration racers. Plus, the SpongeBob SquarePants Pack DLC launches on November 19 PT / November 20 (JST).

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Super Robot Wars Y DLC Pack 1

Super Robot Wars Y has announced the release date for its first collaboration DLC. DLC Pack 1 launches on November 20 PT / November 21JST, featuring crossover content from Galactic Whirlwind Bryger, The Big O, and Fūto PI: Portrait of Kamen Rider Skull. The update adds new area missions and playable units inspired by these three titles.

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio. 

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Tokyo Xtreme Racer

Tokyo Xtreme Racer returns to PlayStation after 20 years, launching on PS5 on February 25(PT) / February 26(JST). Race through a sealed-off Tokyo against over 400 rivals, tuning your car for every challenge. With its unique Spirit Point system, victory depends as much on willpower as on speed. Conquer 180 km of faithfully recreated highways.

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Wandering Sword 

The RPG Wandering Sword will launch on May 28, 2026, and pre-orders start today. Set in ancient China and brought to life with stunning pixel art, it features dual battle modes, twenty endings shaped by your choices, and a full Japanese voiceover by an all-Japanese cast.

27″ Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook

Developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the PlayStation 27” Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook is coming to the U.S. and Japan in 2026. It delivers stunning visuals from the latest PS5 games to your desktop, featuring a Quad High Definition (QHD) IPS display up to 2560 x 1440 resolution, High Dynamic Range support, VRR support and refresh rates of up to 120 Hz on PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles, and 240 Hz on compatible PC and Mac devices. 

Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post.