The wait is finally over. This is Yang Bing, as the creator of Lost Soul Aside, I couldn’t be more excited to share some big news—our action RPG will officially launch on PlayStation 5 and PC on May 30, 2025! What started as a one-person dream (me, a computer, and endless late nights) has evolved into a sprawling adventure full of breathtaking visuals and adrenaline-pumping combat.
Let me take you behind the scenes to explore the heart, soul, and sweat poured into this game. Whether you’re here for the stylish combat or the gripping story, there’s plenty to dive into. Let’s get started!
A world that lives and breathes
Creating the world of Lost Soul Aside was like painting with imagination on a sci-fi fantasy canvas. You’ll traverse landscapes that feel alive: sunlit plains, mysterious ancient ruins, and alternate dimensions that buzz with energy. This world isn’t just eye candy—it’s filled with secrets, monsters, and unpredictable events that keep you interested.
But let’s talk about what really defines the experience—combat.
Combat that packs a punch
My goal was simple: make combat so fluid, fast, and stylish that you never want to put the controller down. Kaser’s shape-shifting weapon adapts to your combat style. Are you a precise swordsman? A fan of devastating ranged attacks? Maybe you like high-speed mobility? Whatever your preference, the different type of weapons will serve you well.
One standout moment during development was designing the boss battles. The fight with a towering dragon remains one of my personal favorites. It challenges you to juggle aerial dodges, perfectly timed counters, and relentless strikes. Not to mention, it’s a visual feast that feels like being part of your own epic action movie.
Beneath the flashy moves, there’s depth for players who love to experiment. You can customize loadouts, chain synergistic combos, and strategize with Arena, Kaser’s dragon-like companion. His abilities aren’t just support—they’re game-changers, turning tough battles in your favor when used wisely.
From moment-to-moment clashes with enemies to massive set-piece battles, combat in Lost Soul Aside is designed to keep you on the edge of your seat, pushing your skills to the limit while rewarding creativity and precision.
A story close to my heart
While combat takes center stage, Lost Soul Aside also weaves in a narrative about Kaser’s journey of redemption and discovery. As he uncovers the truth about Arena and their shared power, players will encounter a mix of personal challenges and high-stakes conflicts. The story focuses on creating memorable moments and connections, offering surprises without overwhelming the gameplay experience. And yes, there’s plenty of drama, because who doesn’t love a good gasp-worthy moment?
Made for PlayStation
Lost Soul Aside was built with PlayStation in mind, and I’m thrilled about the enhancements we’ve implemented:
Lightning-fast load times: With the PS5 SSD, you’ll transition seamlessly between exploration and combat.
DualSense controller magic: Feel the tension of every blade swing with adaptive triggers and haptic feedback.
4K eye candy: The world comes alive in stunning detail with dynamic lighting and meticulously crafted environments.
PC players, don’t worry—the game is fully optimized to deliver smooth performance and retains all the core gameplay features.
Pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition
We’re excited to reveal the exclusive rewards for those who jump in early:
Pre-Order Bonuses:
Kaser’s original outfit from the game’s earliest reveal, giving players a nostalgic look back at how it all began.
A starter pack of in-game currency to help you kick off your adventure.
A bundle of healing potions, perfect for those challenging early game battles.
Get your hands on the standard edition (Digital/Disc) of Lost Soul Aside for SGD 79.90 / MYR 249 / IDR 879,000 / THB 1,990 / PHP 2,990 / VND 1,499,000 SRP. There will also be a Digital Deluxe Edition of the game.
The Digital Deluxe edition of Lost Soul Aside (SGD 97.90 / MYR 299 / IDR 1,029,000 / THB 2,290 SRP) will include the game, all the pre-order incentives, as well as Arena’s exclusive golden outfit, three unique weapon fragment skins, two in-game accessories that provide useful boosts for your journey, a Digital Soundtrack and Artbook.
Don’t miss out on these extras—they’re a heartfelt thank-you to everyone supporting us from the start.
Save the date
Lost Soul Aside will launch on May 30 2025 on PS5 and PC. Pre-orders will open on February 20, and you can secure your copy on PlayStation Store and PC storefronts.
This journey has been incredible, and I’m beyond excited for you to step into Kaser and Arena’s world. Thank you for your support through all the ups and downs of development. Now, it’s almost time to see what Lost Soul Aside is all about. Until then, happy gaming!
Days Gone Remastered rides onto PlayStation 5 April 25, 2025! A game nearest and dearest to our hearts, with our good partners at Climax Studios, we strived to make this the definitive way to play Days Gone for new and returning players. Step into the dirt flecked shoes of former outlaw biker Deacon St. John and feel his desperate struggle for survival in a brutal open world ravaged by feral creatures known as Freakers.
We at Bend Studio are very excited to share our first look at Days Gone Remastered with our announcement trailer, giving you a sneak peek of brand new content to play!
Built for the PS5
Days Gone Remastered is brought to new life by the PlayStation 5 console featuring improved graphical fidelity, increased foliage draw distance, improved shadow and lighting quality, Tempest 3D Audio*, VRR support** and more. Select your preferred playing experience between Quality mode for increased resolution or Performance mode for improved framerates. And with the added power of the PS5 Pro, Days Gone has truly never looked better on PlayStation!
DualSense controller support
Feel the intensity of Days Gone with its full use of the DualSense wireless controller’s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Ride across the Broken Road and feel the rumble of your bike’s engine or the wheels gripping the dirt roads in the palm of your hands. Lose yourself in the unique environment of the Pacific Northwest with weather haptics including rain and thunder. Get to grips with the distinct feel and resistance of various weapons from Deacon’s arsenal while fighting your way through hordes of Freakers.
New Accessibility features
Accessible play is important to us at Bend Studio. Days Gone Remastered gave us the opportunity to expand our suite of accessibility features, allowing even more players to enjoy our world. To highlight a few of these new settings, Days Gone Remastered includes High Contrast mode, Game Speed, UI Narration, Collectible Audio Cues, Controller Remapping, Field of View slider, and more.
Not only is Days Gone Remastered receiving PS5 enhancements, but we’re also throwing in new content to play!
Horde Assault – A survival arcade mode
Experience an all-new way to play Days Gone! Horde Assault offers fresh and unexpected gameplay designed to challenge your skills as you try to achieve a high score while surviving as long as possible against increased horde sizes and various other enemies, like vicious survivors and evolved Freakers. And yes, we said increased horde sizes. Good luck.
Travel across familiar regions found in the story including the Cascade, Belknap, Lost Lake, and Crater Lake. But be warned: This World Comes For You. Fight your way through a brutal, ever-changing landscape where enemies escalate in difficulty the longer you survive. Move up in level to earn in-mode rewards with never-before-playable characters, new patch cosmetics, and unique Injectors to greatly impact your gameplay experience. Stay tuned for more information on Horde Assault coming soon!
Permadeath mode
Do you have the skill – and nerve – to take on the ultimate challenge by attempting to finish the compelling story of Deacon St. John’s journey in one single playthrough without dying?
In a world where everything is out to kill you, your skills will be tested to the limit and mastery is required to conquer Permadeath mode. If you meet your unfortunate end, you must either return to the beginning of the game or the start of the second act and try your luck again – dependent on which setting you choose. Achieve this great feat and be rewarded with a special graphic recording your time it took to complete, unique stats like how many Freakers you killed during your playthrough, and more. Of course, you’ll receive a shiny new PlayStation Trophy as well.
Did we mention that yet? Days Gone Remastered will have a new Trophy pack for you to unlock, specifically for the new game modes! Go get ‘em trophy hunters.
Additional content
But wait, there’s more! We love our Days Gone community and wanted to provide a small gift that keeps on giving. At launch, Days Gone Remastered will get another game mode – Equip your nitrous and race against the clock in the all-new Speedrun mode; you’ll need to play through the story as quickly as possible. Be sure to share your best times with a special end game graphic to post on social media!
For all our virtual photographers out there, we are pleased to announce our Enhanced Photo Mode. That’s right, the Photo Mode you’ve come to love is getting an improvement. Take out your virtual camera once more with additions such as time-of-day setting, a three-point lighting system, and new logo options.We cannot wait to see what new shots you will come up with!
Pricing and pre-order bonuses
Days Gone Remastered lands on PlayStation 5 as a digital-only title on April 25, 2025! For players that have purchased Days Gone on PlayStation 4, you can upgrade to Days Gone Remastered including all new content and features for SGD 11.97 / MYR 40 / IDR 150,000 / THB 203. For new players who do not own Days Gone, you can purchase Days Gone Remastered for SGD 67.90 / MYR 209 / IDR 729,000 / THB 1690****.
For new and returning players, you can pre-order Days Gone Remastered starting tomorrow to receive eight new PSN Avatars featuring several of your favourite Days Gone characters at launch, along with five Early Unlocks to gain a slight advantage when you hit the Broken Road for the first time in the Story.
Available on PC
To our PC community, rest assured that all new content and features will be coming to Days Gone on Steam and the Epic Games Store day-and-date, April 25, 2025! For all owners of Days Gone on PC, you can purchase the Broken Road DLC for only SGD 11.97 / MYR 40 / IDR 150,000 / THB 203 **** to receive:
Horde Assault – A survival arcade mode
Permadeath mode
Speedrun mode
DualSense haptic feedback support*****
New Accessibility features
Enhanced Photo Mode
If you do not own Days Gone on PC, you must buy the full version of Days Gone to also purchase the Broken Road DLC.
Stay tuned to Bend Studio on your favorite social media channels to get you ready for the road to launch!
* 3D audio via built-in TV speakers or analogue/USB stereo headphones. Setup required. ** Compatible TV or display required. *** Check PS Store at launch for local pricing. Upgrade will be available starting at launch. Owners of the PS4 disc copies must insert them into their PS5 every time they want to download or play the PS5 digital version. PS4 game disc owners who buy the PS5 Digital Edition disc-free console will not be able to get the PS5 version for the discounted price. Game redemptions via PlayStation Plus are not eligible for upgrade. **** Check store pages for local pricing. *****For DualSense controller, wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features
Today’s State of Play included new game reveals, fresh looks at upcoming titles, confirmation of several release dates and more! We want to get you straight into the headlines of the show, so without further preamble…
You’ll find the show in full ready to rewatch below. Underneath that, we recap the individual announcements, featuring full trailers for each, and game creators share more insights into their titles through a selection of new PS Blog posts.
Borderlands 4
Gearbox shone the spotlight on its upcoming looter-shooter Borderlands 4, confirming its PS5 release for September 23. The new trailer gives insight into the intense action, devastating Action Skills, and all-new movement abilities that await you on the planet Kairos. As mentioned in the trailer’s outro, the full Borderlands 4 gameplay reveal will debut during a State of Play coming later this spring.
In this puzzle platformer releasing 2025 on PS5, take on the role of Darwin, an octopus snatched from the sea and thrust into a mysterious food factory. Darwin has all of the evolutionary features of an octopus including the ability to climb almost any surface, camouflage himself, and also the skill to shoot ink to evade his enemies.
It’s a partnership that’s sure to make a splash: Dave the Diver is joining forces with Like a Dragon. Kasuga Ichiban decides to take a well-deserved break at the Blue Hole and stumbles upon a dolphin-poaching syndicate, forcing Ichiban and Dave to dive into action. Be ready for karaoke, beat’em up style infiltration and familiar faces when the DLC launches this April on PS5 and PS4.
Days Gone Remastered rides onto PlayStation 5 April 25, 2025, and is brought to new life with improved graphical fidelity, Tempest 3D Audio, and DualSense features. There’s also new content, including survival arcade mode Horde Assault, Permadeath mode and more. Owners of the PS4 and PC versions can upgrade for $10USD.
The latest installment in the Digimon Story series, Digimon Story Time Stranger, is set to release in 2025 on PlayStation 5. In this JRPG, players will travel between the human world and the fantastic realms of the Digital World, and features an improved battle system, fan-favorite characters like Agumon and Omegamon, as well as other Digimon in brand new roles.
Meet some of the Cassiopeia’s crew in a new gameplay trailer of the upcoming sci-fi horror from Supermassive Games, which is set for release October 2 on PS5. The DNA of the Dark Pictures is still present, from branching storylines to split-second QTEs, but new, redesigned and amped up gameplay elements brings a new vision to the series.
Q-Games introduced Dreams of Another, the newest addition to the PixelJunk series, coming to PS5 and PS VR2 this year. This third-person exploration-action game is built around the philosophical theme, “There is no creation without destruction”.Rather than destroying objects by shooting, your shots materialize and rebuild the world. This unconventional mechanic offers a gameplay experience that challenges the norms of the genre and invites players into a whole new dimension.
Steel Wool Games is bringing players another excursion into the horror trappings of Five Nights at Freddy’s. Secret of the Mimic is an all-new adventure launching on PS5 and PS VR2 later this year on June 13, and this gameplay reveal teased the objectives – and some of the terrors – you can expect to encounter.
Hell Is Us
Alongside a new gameplay trailer teasing some of the characters and combat, action-adventure Hell is Us revealed its PS5 release date in today’s State of Play – September 4.
Lies of P: Overture
2023 action RPG Lies of P is receiving a prequel in the form of DLC Lies of P: Overture, transporting you to the city of Krat back in its time of grandeur, before its collapse. On the brink of the Puppet Frenzy massacre, you follow the Legendary Stalker—a mysterious guide—through untold stories and chilling secrets. As Geppetto’s deadly puppet, you’ll journey through Krat and its surroundings, uncover hidden secrets, and face epic battles that shape the past and future of Lies of P.
If you’ve been readying to head to the high seas for Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio’s new action adventure when it launches next month, the studio has a nice surprise for you: a PS5 demo of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available February 14! It’s the perfect opportunity for newcomers to experience this spin-off featuring fan-favorite character Goro Majima.
Lost Soul Aside
Ultizero Games welcomes you to Lost Soul Aside, an exhilarating sci-fi adventure that features stylish combat with customizable loadouts and synergistic combos, as well as diverse environments, unique enemies, fascinating characters, and a compelling story, creating a world full of tension and exploration. The game launches on PS5 and PC May 30.
Described as an adrenaline rush sci-fi FPS by its creator Reikon Games, Metal Eden is set on a far-flung future space colony that’s under threat. A combat-ready android – Aska – is deployed to protect the colonists. Expect fast-paced action when the game launches on PS5 May 6.
Naked Snake sneaks onto PS5 August 28! To mark the announcement of the release date, Konami shared a new trailer for the upcoming remake, including the first in-game look at the Cobra Unit. And that’s not all, as the trailer’s end reveals the remake will include the return of the Snake vs Monkey minigame mode.
Join Jacob Diaz on his journey to find answers to his past in action adventure MindsEye. This pair of trailers tease some of the story beats and intense encounters you’ll have in the fictional near-future Americana city of Redrock. The game’s on target to launch this summer on PS5.
Capcom joined us at State of Play not only to prime players for the imminent launch of Monster Hunter Wilds on February 28, but also reveal the roster of colossal foes increases by at least one very soon, with the release of a post-launch Title Update this Spring!
Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny
Capcom unsheathed two Onimusha-related announcements at today’s State of Play. Firstly, it revealed a new gameplay trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword and confirmed late, iconic Japanese samurai movie star Toshiro Mifune is to serve as the face model for its protagonist Miyamoto Musashi. While the game is slated for 2026 on PS5, the newly revealed remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny comes to PS5 and PS4 May 23 this year.
Today’s show also unveiled titles coming to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog over the coming months. February’s lineup – playable February 18 – includes Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Top Spin 2K25, and launching into Game Catalog, the first episode (Tape 1) of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, from the creators of Life is Strange. Two indie titles also launch into Game Catalog later this year – architectural adventure Blue Prince and six-player survival crafting game Abiotic Factor.
Housemarque announced its new title Saros, which launches on PS5 in 2026. This all-new action game tells the haunting story of a lost off-world colony on Carcosa under an ominous eclipse. You play as Arjun Devraj, a powerful Soltari Enforcer who will stop at nothing to find who he is looking for. An extended gameplay look will be released later this year.
The iconic Shinobi series returns August 29, 2025 in an all-new 2D action platformer revival, featuring the unique hand-drawn style of Lizardcube, the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4. This level-based game, launching on PS5 and PS4, captures the essence of the past games, with fast-paced action, special powers and more.
Sega revealed the first gameplay for its new four-wheeled Sonic racer, roaring onto PS5 and PS4 in the future. It introduces Travel Rings, transporting players from one world to a completely new location during races, and the RPG-like Gadget feature, letting players select different perks to deploy on the track.
Learn about the power of friendship in Split Fiction, a co-op adventure from It Takes Two creator Hazelight Studios coming to PS5. Playing as Mio or Zoe, you’ll encounter bizarre situations as the two traverse stories born from their own wild imaginations. You’ll be able to invite a friend to play online for free with Friend’s Pass – as long as one of you owns the game, both of you can play.
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Splitgate 2
A Splitgate 2 Alpha drops onto PS5 February 27! This alpha is built around Multi-Team Portal Warfare mode, a 3 team, 8v8v8, 24 player battle, set on a map twenty times larger than any map in the game yet. 1047 Games are continuing to improve the game based on feedback from internal and external playtests, so this is your opportunity to shape the future of the game.
The sci-fi action game teams up with Goddess of Victory: Nikke for exciting new content: a boss battle, collectible dolls, stickers, and new outfits. Both the PC version of Stellar Blade and the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC (available on PS5 and PC) launch in June.
The Midnight Walk
After its reveal in our last State of Play, Moonhood returns with a new gameplay trailer for its handcrafted dark fantasy adventure The Midnight Walk and comes accompanied by a launch date: May 8!
Tides of Annihilation
Eclipse Glow Studio unveiled Tides of Annihilation, a single player action-adventure game that thrusts you into a shattered, mystical London. Players will take on the role of Gwendolyn, who wields the power of a mysterious gray mist that can manifest two spectral knights at her side, with players required to strategically choose which knights to summon based on their preferred gameplay style and the challenges they face.
Dynasty Warriors gets a roguelite twist in Warriors: Abyss, which launches today on PS5 and PS4! Play as over 100 heroes while battling hordes of enemies in hell, requiring you to change up the combinations of heroes and items to discover new strategies to overcome challenging obstacles and plunge deeper into the unknown!
WWE’s Paul Heyman joined us at State of Play to introduce a new look at WWE 2K25, The trailer introduced The Island, which will feature in the game when it launches on PS5 and PS4 March 14. The Island is an online open-world environment filled with WWE-themed landmarks, quests, live events, and shops, with up to 50 other players at a time. The Island also offers deep customization, giving players the chance to personalize their MySuperstars like never before.
Elden Ring Nightreign, a new co-op adventure set within the Elden Ring universe, comes to PS5 and PS4 on May 30. Elden Ring Nightreign is an all-new standalone adventure by FromSoftware that thrusts players into co-op multiplayer PvE combat to take on the creeping night and the dangers within.
We recently got the chance to participate in the upcoming network test* ahead of its public release on February 14, so read on for our first impressions of our journey into the perilous realm of Limveld.
*The network test is based on a build still under development. Various elements of the game, such as specs, names, and parameters, may differ from the final product.
Experience fast-paced gameplay that encapsulates the best elements of RPGs
Elden Ring was mainly a single player experience, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Take your time, and, provided you’ve tucked yourself away in a safe location, you’re able to put the controller down to leave your room.
By contrast, Elden Ring Nightreign’s focus on three-player co-op survival action means you must always be alert and aware of your squad’s movements, regardless of whether you’re working together or strike out to explore separately.
This is because of Nightreign’s Night’s Tide mechanic, which steadily contracts your explorable play area over time, with every session concluding with you coming face to face with a powerful boss. It is crucial then to strengthen and upgrade your characters and party by nightfall to prepare for the boss fight, so you’ll need to get used to the fast-paced gameplay and split-second decision-making.
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Upgraded movesets to match intense co-op gameplay
While the basic move sets of Elden Ring Nightreign are akin to Elden Ring, Nightreign introduces new actions and movements. Examples include wall jumping and traversing the air by holding onto Spectral Hawks. You also won’t take any fall damage no matter how far you fall or jump.
Furthermore, you can sprint by holding down L3, in addition to the regular dash. The sprint is comparable in speed to Torrent, the spectral steed from Elden Ring. It almost felt like I was speed-running the game when I was wall-jumping and lunging off cliffs without worrying about fall damage. Overall, the game delivers a fresh new experience reminiscent of the original Elden Ring, while feeling unique.
Attack your fellow Nightfarers to revive them
If you are near death during battle, your teammates can rescue you by attacking you. You can also lock-on to a downed player, so you can rescue them from a safe distance with a long-range attack. A rescue is complete when the dying player’s meter is reduced. If a player goes down repeatedly, the meter will get longer, making it harder to complete the rescue. During the day, if players aren’t rescued in time, they die and respawn afterward. At night, players do not die. Instead, they remain incapacitated/”near death” until they are rescued.The meter resets when you visit a Site of Grace. The sting of death hits differently in Elden Ring Nightreign compared to the original game, as it means you’ll be putting your co-op partners at risk.
Challenging foes make for satisfying battles and triumphs
While there are a number of differences between Elden Ring and Elden Ring Nightreign, the palpable sense of accomplishment that comes from overcoming a boss is still potent. The game is undeniably challenging, like Dark Souls and Elden Ring, but learning from trial and error will help you progress through each challenge.
We failed the first four of our five attempted runs. After each loss, we ventured out further to explore more of the map, and spent time strategizing and studying the bosses’ moves until we finally managed to take it down in the final session. One run (a three day-and-night cycle) takes about 35-40 minutes to complete, and we were able to complete five runs during our four-hour hands-on, and we defeated the Nightlord on the third day of our final session. I couldn’t help myself from doing a small fist pump when it was over.
The thrill of joining forces to overcome challenges
It took some time to get the hang of co-op, but rescuing a near-death teammate is an easy way to contribute to the team, and you can help strengthen other players by offering them a weapon you acquired if it is better suited for them. Though each Nightfarer can venture out on their own, exploring and facing challenges is best as a team.
My team found success when we dropped pins on the map to make sure we were all headed towards the same direction, tackled major overworld enemies together, and made sure to upgrade our flasks at the churches. This strategy set us up for a better Nightlord fight on the third day. As we progressed, my squad mates got a better hang of their characters so they could leverage their unique abilities and Ultimates more effectively. I enjoyed the sense of solidarity that came from working as a team, and that feeling is one of the best parts about playing a co-op game.
Elden Ring Nightreign launches May 30 on PS5 and PS4.
State of Play is back tomorrow, February 12! Tune in live for news and updates on great games coming to PS5. The show celebrates a creative and unique selection of exciting games from studios around the world.
The 40+ minute show begins February 12 at 2pm PT / 5pm ET | 11pm CET / February 13 at 7am JST on YouTube and Twitch, and will be broadcast in English and Japanese. See you tomorrow!
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It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped the download charts last month. Marvel Rivals tops the free-to-play category. Blockbusters continue to line the PS5 charts, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Grand Theft Auto V remaining in the top five of January’s US and EU lists. The beat goes on as Beat Saber lands the top spot on the PS VR2 charts in both the US and EU regions.
Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?
PS5 Games
US/Canada
EU
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
EA SPORTS FC 25
Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V
NBA 2K25
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
EA SPORTS Madden NFL 25
Hogwarts Legacy
Phasmophobia
Minecraft
Minecraft
Phasmophobia
EA SPORTS FC 25
UFC 5
EA SPORTS College Football 25
Arma Reforger
Arma Reforger
Cyberpunk 2077
Hogwarts Legacy
The Crew Motorfest
DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Cyberpunk 2077
NBA 2K25
ASTRO BOT
Hell Let Loose
NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black
ASTRO BOT
HELLDIVERS 2
F1 24
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor
The Crew Motorfest
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
NHL 25
Palworld
UFC 5
Among Us
Palworld
Sea of Thieves
*Naming of products may differ between regions *Upgrades not included
PS4 Games
US/Canada
EU
Red Dead Redemption 2
EA SPORTS FC 25
theHunter: Call of the Wild
Red Dead Redemption 2
Need for Speed Heat
Need for Speed Heat
Batman: Arkham Knight
The Forest
The Forest
A Way Out
A Way Out
Battlefield V
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Unravel Two
Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V
Minecraft
Batman: Arkham Knight
Need for Speed Payback
Battlefield 1
Gang Beasts
theHunter: Call of the Wild
Battlefield V
Need for Speed Payback
STAR WARS Battlefront II
Hogwarts Legacy
Mortal Kombat X
Minecraft
Mafia Trilogy
Battlefield 4
Unravel Two
Gang Beasts
Battlefield 4
Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Mafia Trilogy
Overcooked! 2
Mortal Kombat X
Stardew Valley
STAR WARS Battlefront II
*Naming of products may differ between regions
PS VR2 Games*
US/Canada
EU
Beat Saber
Beat Saber
Among Us VR
Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition
Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition
Metro Awakening
Alien: Rogue Incursion
Among Us VR
Arken Age
Pavlov
Arizona Sunshine 2
Alien: Rogue Incursion
Pavlov
Arken Age
Metro Awakening
Arizona Sunshine 2
Swordsman VR
Subside
Skydance’s BEHEMOTH
Swordsman VR
*PS Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included
We live to fight, Legends. This season we’re showing that the community rules all as some of your favorite creators are taking over content and competition. These Creator Commissioners will create challenges based on their own Apex experiences, with fresh and unique items available to earn. Gear up with Arsenals, new shops stocked with everything you need to hit the battlefield immediately. All of this, plus the addition of Legend updates and bold meta changes, we’ve planned quite the party this season. But that’s not all we’re celebrating: our Anniversary Event kicks off along with the new season with even more community created content and the debut of the Mythic R-301. Apex Legends: Takeover launches on February 11.
Creator Commissioners
Four different Creator Commissioners will take the reins for two weeks each, along with their own challenges to conquer, new and returning fan-favorite modes, and fresh rewards. On week one, work with other players to complete Community challenges and ultimately determine how many Apex Packs will be up for grabs the following week.
On week two, it’s time to really earn those rewards. Work through five individual challenges to unlock a creator-selected Legendary weapon skin and the Apex Packs you chased in the first week. Participating in week one doesn’t automatically earn you rewards in week two, so you’ll want to jump into matches in the second week too.
Creator Commissioners and their Legendary choices:
February 25 – March 10, 2025: Ninjayla Legendary skin: Wingman’s Death Ray
March 11 – 24, 2025: Oraxe Legendary skin: Kraber’s The Pioneer
April 1-14, 2025: Apryze Legendary skin: Mastiff’s Bone Breaker
This new addition to Battle Royale provides easy and consistent access to weapons and ammo of your choice. Stations will be located across all POIs on every map with fixed locations, but with random ammo types per match.
Arsenals will also provide relevant ammo and the ability to enhance weapons. You can enhance one weapon per Arsenal and that weapon must match the Arsenal’s ammo type. Doing so will grant an upgraded attachment and provide an optic if the weapon is missing one. When bins reset, so too do Arsenals—giving you the ability to upgrade again with higher potency. The amount of ammo also significantly increases after a reset.
Meta changes
Everything changes this season with fresh meta updates that you’ll want to check out ASAP. Most notably, all weapon classes are getting adjusted to feel more competitive with Assault Rifles. Be aware that the time-to-kill has been decreased, not only due to these weapon adjustments, but also thanks to updates to Armor, Helmets, and headshot multipliers. Legends also get some nifty new updates: the Assault class is getting handy new perks, and both Ash and Ballistic are getting some special attention. We’ve also made some adjustments to regen items to ensure you still have a fighting chance while taking on these lethal changes.
Legend Spotlight Passes
Complete challenges with the new Legend Spotlight Pass to increase your proficiency with a potential new Legend, and earn rewards as you progress through twenty levels to the ultimate goal: a Legendary skin pack for that Legend. You can purchase one per season per Legend in the in-game store, and it will also unlock the Legend if you haven’t already.
Early 2024 the fight for galactic liberty reached new heights when, on February 8, Helldivers 2 blasted off into the stratosphere and became the new star of PlayStation 5. Since its launch, the third-person squad-based shooter has become a firm favourite with fans, scooping a clip-load of awards throughout the year. And what a year it ended up being – from brutal new foes to staggering mech suits, Arrowhead pretty much hit the target every time.
So, grab a steaming cup of liber-tea and join Game Director Mikael Eriksson for a chronological, intergalactic jaunt through what made Helldivers 2 such an explosive hit.
February 2024 – launch and the epic battle of Malevelon Creek
The continuation of the Galactic War in Helldivers 2 not only brought with it a fresh gameplay perspective, but also one of the key elements to the game’s appeal – building a community worthy of interstellar peacekeeping.
“One of the things we really wanted to hone in on was making a game that’s exciting and will create great moments that you can look back on with your friends and laugh or reminisce about,” explains Eriksson.
To that end, Helldivers 2’s emergent, often unpredictable systemic gameplay is partnered with social aspects that means players create a constant feedback loop of engagement. Videos and social media posts of random events, friendly fire, accidental deaths and the dramatic stakes of alien warfare already started being shared from launch day. Which was all part of the developer’s vision statement, shared by Eriksson: “Improvise, adapt, and overcome challenges that push your abilities to the max as you forge friendships through the joy of shared laughter and the thrill of clutch moments.”
This was immediately highlighted in the ‘Massacre of Malevelon Creek’ – an ill-fated mission where players were tasked to defend a planet from an Automaton threat. The Helldivers failed. Badly. What resulted from this doomed fight were social media memes, rallying calls, and a desire for revenge which pulled even more players into the game.
“It was incredible to watch,” says Eriksson. “We didn’t even think that the battle for Malevelon Creek would be anything special, but players themselves were really running with it, driven by the huge losses of Helldivers down on the planet. It became a shared experience.”
“This battle was the first time we stood back and said, ‘wow, what have we created?’”
March 2024 – new enemies, missions, and stratagems
The Galactic War well on its way and the number of enlistees growing, Super Earth’s quest for liberty began to take shape with new elements dropped into the game alongside fresh event missions.
The bug-like Terminids added flying Shriekers to their ranks, while the Helldivers evened the odds with the LAS-99 Quasar Cannon, MG-206 Heavy Machine Gun, and the EXO-45 Patriot Exosuit – the latter a reward for the liberation of Tien Kwan.
“I was nervous,” says Eriksson. “We had spent so much time making the Exosuit as good as we could, and now it was down to the community’s ability to actually earn it. What if they’d fail? But eventually they unlocked it… and then all tried to claim it at the same time!”
Players also were making full use of the Galactic War Table, which gave players valuable summaries of the ever-evolving conflict, and gave them an idea of where next to *ahem* spread democracy. This tapped into another key factor of Helldivers 2’s creation.
“We consider the Galactic War as a tabletop roleplaying game, which is our main inspiration,” says Eriksson. “We created a Dungeon Master style concept [ called Joel] who controls various factions and respond to the often-surprising player actions, so the player-driven narrative is as much about you guys playing with us as it is about us playing with you. It’s a crazy way to make a video game, but we love it.”
April 2024 – Helldivers strike back
A month of great victory. Malevelon Creek was avenged with a decisive liberation of the jungle planet, resulting in April 3rd declared as Malevelon Creek Memorial Day. By Super Earth presidential decree, all Helldivers were granted a commemorative cape, and citizens were given a generous three minutes of remembrance (during their lunch break).
In retaliation, the Automatons mounted a full-scale attack… which the Helldivers crushed immediately. The hilariously swift victory didn’t go unnoticed by Arrowhead. “The players performed vastly better than we had planned for,” admits Eriksson. “One of the delights of working on a game where the players have this much agency is that it always keeps us on our toes.”
Of course, somehow, the Automatons returned…
May & June 2024 – more mechs and mission malfunctions
The heavy-duty introduction of the EXO-49 Emancipator Exosuit allowed players to celebrate their dominance over the resurgent Automatons. This was a stark contrast to the repeated failure of the Helldivers’ attempts to succeed in tasks designed to aid the construction of MD-17 Anti-Tank Mines.
By June, the Helldivers were given a choice: attempt to retrieve vital materials from Marfark to finally earn the Anti-Tank Mines, or head to Vernen Wells to save stranded civilians inside Super Citizen Anne’s Hospital for Very Sick Children. The Corps chose the latter, giving up their third chance to gain the Anti-Tank Mines. However, in the real-world, Arrowhead was so impressed by this display of morals, that the developer donated $4,311 to the Save the Children charity.
July & August 2024 – Freedom for all
After the anti-tank rocket launcher MLS-4X Commando was added to the Helldivers’ arsenal in July, August saw two big milestones: the MD-17 Anti-Tank Mines were finally unlocked despite yet another Major Order failure, and the massive Escalation of Freedom update. The latter arrived with a number of tweaks and balances, a higher difficulty preset, new mission objectives, and the addition of the Impaler, Automaton Rocket Tanks, Reinforced Scout Strider, Alpha Commander, and Spore Charger threats.
For those seeking a new planet to discover, the swamp planet biome was also added, while armour-reducing acid storms provided a fresh environmental hazard for both players and enemies.
September to November 2024 – a celebration of liberty
The Helldivers’ courageous liberation of Tarsh and Mastia in September saw the Orbital Napalm Barrage stratagem unlocked, which was followed by the glory of Liberty Day on October 26 and the delivery of a free weapon and armour load to all in the celebration of Super Earth’s tireless quest for universal freedom.
By the time November rolled around, the focus had been shifted to the powerful Democracy Space Station becoming operational via the successful killing of 500 million Terminids.
However, these successes and celebrations were short-lived…
December 2024 to February 2025 – Illuminating the future
The return of the dreaded and ancient Illuminate flipped everything on its head, marked by the Omens of Tyranny update in December. Along with more tweaks, joining the reemergence of this deadly foe were new colony missions and the ability to call upon the Fast Reconnaissance Vehicle (FRV), capable of ploughing through some of the lighter enemies.
Omens of Tyranny was a major landmark for Arrowhead, with the team launching it at The Game Awards as they scooped Best Ongoing Game and Best Multiplayer Game gongs.
“Working in the studio, the success of the game can sometimes seem abstract,” says Eriksson. “Going to award shows, actually meeting real people talking about their experiences, is amazing. It makes me realize that we’re actually having an impact on people’s lives.
“We see it as a huge responsibility. It tells us that we have to keep making this game the very best multiplayer experience it can be, and keep raising the bar and the expectations.”
And with the fight ongoing, there’s still plenty more surprises to come in Helldivers 2. “We’re just getting warmed up,” says Eriksson. “Expect drama, mounting threats (new and old) and, of course, the unexpected.
“We’re really honoured that people are having a great time in Helldivers 2, and from our point of view, this is just the beginning.”
Hunters! 2025 is here, and the time to hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds is fast approaching. We are excited to share the latest trailer, as well as additional information on the second open beta test (OBT2).
First, let’s unpack all the reveals from the latest trailer.
Meet a wandering Wudwud at the newly revealed locale: the Iceshard Cliffs
The hunter and the Expedition Team arrive at a new locale, the Iceshard Cliffs. As the story unfolds, you’ll venture into this icy landscape and encounter a variety of monsters that reside in it. The Iceshard Cliffs is a locale where snowy blizzards blow.
The Iceshard Cliffs is a locale where snowy blizzards blow.
Icy fog drifts in the air, forming a unique area where you can see collapsed debris and something fluttering in the freezing winds overhead.
Hunters exploring during a blizzard. Beat the cold and stay in top condition by warming up with a hot drink.
The Iceshard Cliffs are home to endemic life that have adapted to its harsh conditions for survival.
An ordinary Wudwud who has wandered far from home
Rove
Rove, the quirky Wudwud you will meet in the Iceshard Cliffs.
Monsters inhabiting the Iceshard Cliffs
Hirabami – Leviathan
A species of leviathan that inhabits the Iceshard Cliffs. It has sharp claws on its tail and uses a wind-catching membrane on its neck that allows it to float.
In our latest trailer, a mysterious large monster is seen attacking a group of Hirabami.
Nerscylla – Temnoceran
Nerscylla, a Temnoceran, makes its comeback to the Monster Hunter series. It defeats its prey with a single blow from its distinctive horn.
It appears that Nerscylla is trying to restrain and prey on Gypceros…
During the final scene of the trailer, the ominous Gore Magala launches a surprise attack on Fabius and members of the Expedition Team.
What kind of threat will the fearsome Gore Magala pose in Monster Hunter Wilds? Face off with fan-favorite monster in the full game and find out for yourself!
Unfold the story of Arkveld, the White Wraith
In the latest trailer, more of the mysterious nature of the flagship monster, Arkveld, is revealed. Uncover its true nature and the motives behind its actions as you make your way through the rich and compelling story of Monster Hunter Wilds.
What is the true nature of Arkveld, which skillfully attacks with its unique chain-like appendages extending from its wings?
A battle between Arkveld and Rey Dau, the apex predator of the Windward Plains.
The flagship monster Arkveld appears in the second open beta test (OBT2)
The second open beta test will be held during the following two sessions below.
Date and time (Pacific Time)
Thursday, February 6th 2025 7:00pm – Sunday, February 9th, 2025 6:59 pm
Thursday, February 13th, 2025 7:00 pm – Sunday, February 16th, 2025 6:59 pm
Pre-load for the second Open Beta Test begins on February 5, 2025 (Wednesday) at 7:00pm.
Both sessions will feature identical content, so we hope you join the hunt when you can!
OBT2 includes the same content as the OBT held last November: Character Creation, Story Trial, and a Doshagma Hunt.
After slaying Doshaguma, hunters can continue to enjoy other hunts that await you in the Windward Plains.
In OBT2, hunters can face off against Gypceros: a poisonous Bird Wyvern that is well-known in the series for its intelligent and unique behavior. We hope you enjoy taking on this returning monster in OBT2!
OBT2 marks your first chance to take on Arkveld, the flagship monster of Monster Hunter Wilds. Arkveld appears in a more difficult advanced quest specially tweaked for OBT2. We encourage skilled and confident hunters to take on this difficult challenge.
The Training Area is now available in OBT2, and can be accessed from the base camp. Hone your skills with various weapons as you get ready for the hunts ahead.
Keep in mind that OBT2 does not reflect the full slate of adjustments and tweaks to weapon actions and balancing, that will be featured in the full release of the game.
In OBT2, hunters can create a Private Lobby that cannot be found through searching, perfect for when you hunt with a specific small group. In addition, Online Single Player mode is also available, allowing you to play solo without joining a lobby. While in this mode, you can also temporarily play multiplayer by using an SOS Flare.
Whether you were unable to join the first OBT, or are looking to take on the additional monsters added, we hope you enjoy OBT2!
OBT2 is available to all players with a PS5 and a PlayStation Network account, regardless of whether you have a subscription to PlayStation Plus.
All who play OBT2 will receive a Felyne pendant to decorate your weapon or Seikret, as well as a Bonus Item pack in the full game. If you’ve already played the first Open Beta Test, you’re already set to receive these rewards at launch.
For PlayStation 5 Pro players, be aware that while OBT2 is playable on PS5 Pro, it is not officially supported with PS5 Pro Enhanced features. The full version of Monster Hunter Wilds will support PS5 Pro via a day 1 patch.
Carry over your created characters from both Open Beta Tests to the full version of Monster Hunter Wilds! Note however that some character edit recipe values will have slight differences in the full version.
Monster Hunter Wilds is nearly here! Thank you to all our hunters for your support. We can’t wait to see you in the Forbidden Lands when the game launches on February 28.
Pre-loading the game
If you’ve pre-ordered Monster Hunter Wilds at PlayStation Store, you’ll be able to pre-load the game 48 hours ahead of release, ensuring you can spend less time downloading and more time hunting!
