Sony held a State of Play presentation on the night of June 5th. During the broadcast, the company and its partners presented numerous games, including the action game about James Bond 007 First Light, the fighting game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and Nioh 3. We've compiled all the announcements.
What was shown?
007 First Light
The first trailer for the James Bond game from IO Interactive, known for Hitman. In this action game, players will take on the role of a young special agent who is destined to become the world's most famous spy. The game's release is scheduled for 2026. The action game's page has appeared on Steam, where it can be added to the wishlist.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls
PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works, and Marvel Games jointly presented a fighting game with team battles in a "4 vs 4" format. The game's release is scheduled for 2026 on PS5 and PC.
Pragmata
Capcom presented a trailer for Pragmata - their long-awaited science fiction adventure with a unique combination of action and strategy. Its release is scheduled for 2026. The developers emphasized that the game will definitely be released on the specified date.
Lumines Arise
The creators of Tetris Effect: Connected presented their next game, which will also be a puzzle game. Players will need to collect block combinations and observe unusual visual effects accompanied by sounds and music. The release is scheduled for fall 2025.
Romeo is a Dead Man
An announcement trailer for a crazy bloody action game from Grasshopper Manufacture studio and Goichi Suda (Suda 51). According to the developers, players can expect a completely unpredictable story. The game's release is scheduled for 2026.
Silent Hill f
The designers of Silent Hill f presented State of Play viewers with scary clips from their game. The game will take us to the atmosphere of Japan in the period following World War II, when protagonist Hinako Shimizu finds herself amidst supernatural phenomena. The Ebisugaoka area will be where there are encounters with previously unseen creatures and events.
Release is autumn 2025 — the 25th of September to be precise. There is not a lot of time before the show arrives to prepare to delve into this dark realm of fear, where every step could be your last.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement
An announcement trailer for a 2D action game set several years before the events of Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. The game will tell the story of Leo and the fearless Black Wolves, who are preparing to storm the cursed Ethereal Castle and confront the approaching darkness. The release is scheduled for 2026.
Digimon Story Time Stranger
In the trailer, developers announced the release date for the next part of Digimon Story - October 3, 2025. Players will take on the role of a secret organization agent who encounters an unknown creature shortly before an explosion that destroyed the city.
Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles
The announced collection includes two variations of the game. Players will receive an enhanced version of Final Fantasy Tactics with fully voiced dialogues, graphical changes, updated interface, and other improvements. They will also be able to play a version of the game with classic graphics and gameplay, but with additional features like auto-save. The release is scheduled for September 30, 2025.
Baby Steps
Baby Steps, the comedic third-person action platformer developed by Gabe Cuzzillo, Maxi Boch, and Bennett Foddy, will be released on PS5 and PC on September 8, 2025.
Hirogami
Hirogami is a 3D action-platformer inspired by the ancient Japanese art of origami. Players will embark on a mystical adventure as Hiro - a master of the "folding" art with a fan in hand. The release is scheduled for September 3.
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound
The release of the two-dimensional action game from the creators of Blasphemous is scheduled for July 31.
Cairn
A trailer for Cairn - an adventure climbing simulator created by The Game Bakers studio. The player controls climber Aava, conquering Mount Kami. The game will be released on November 5, 2025.
Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
Digital Eclipse studio presented a collection of more than 20 versions of the cult fighting game. It includes arcade, console, and portable parts of the game, including Mortal Kombat from the first to the fourth, Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, Mortal Kombat Advance, and other fighting games. All games have received improvements. The release is scheduled for 2025.
Metal Gear Solid: Delta
Konami launched fresh Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater material with high-octane action and reborn take on the well-known Snake vs. Monkey bonus level from Ape Escape. The presentation made things enigmatic with camouflage technology as the focal point, leaving fans speculating what this will entail.
Release is scheduled for August 28.
Nioh 3
Team Ninja studio announced the third part of their dark action-RPG. The release of Nioh 3 is scheduled for early 2026, and a demo version will appear today, June 5.
Project Defiant Wireless Fight Stick Controller
Sony presented its specialized wireless controller designed for fighting games. The company noted that Project Defiant is a code name, and the final name will be announced later.
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow
An announcement trailer for a stealth action game from the Thief series for the PlayStation VR2 virtual reality headset.
Tides of Tomorrow
Tides of Tomorrow is an adventure game from Deep Silver and DigixArt studio. According to the announcement, in Tides of Tomorrow players will need to choose who to follow, for example, a friend or favorite streamer, and learn what decisions they made, help deal with their consequences, and shape the story of further playthrough. The release is scheduled for February 24, 2026.
Sea of Remnants
In Sea of Remnants, players take on the role of a sailor with amnesia, embarking on a journey with a mysterious girl. Together they will have to cross endless seas.
Players will be able to assemble crews from various characters, establish connections with them, and form specialized teams to overcome maritime challenges. Sea of Remnants will feature magic, monsters, and mermaids, according to the trailer. The game's release is planned for 2026.
Sword of the Sea
An atmospheric adventure with a dynamic movement system inspired by skateboard games. Players will glide across a surreal landscape of waves on their hoverboard and explore a forgotten ocean full of life. The game's release is scheduled for August 19.
Ghost of Yotei
A short trailer for the upcoming action game from Sucker Punch studio. The company will hold a separate presentation for the game in July 2025.
Astro Bot
The Astro Bot saga continues with five additional Vicious Void Galaxy levels and new Special Bots to be collected, with a "revengeful newcomer" added to the mix. Levels consist of Twin-Frog Trouble, Suck It Up, Handhold Havoc, High Inflation, and one last level that will be revealed later. Sony also announced an Astro Bot special edition DualSense controller with a special touchpad feature.
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Conclusion
Sony's State of Play presentation showcased an impressive lineup of upcoming games across various genres. With major titles like Ghost of Yotei, Nioh 3, and the James Bond action game 007 First Light set for 2026, plus several exciting releases coming in late 2025 including Silent Hill f and Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles, PlayStation fans have plenty to look forward to. The presentation demonstrated Sony's commitment to delivering diverse gaming experiences, from atmospheric adventures to intense action games and nostalgic remasters.
FAQ
Q1: When was the Sony State of Play presentation held? The Sony State of Play presentation was held on the night of June 5th, featuring numerous game announcements from Sony and its partners.
Q2: What is 007 First Light and when will it be released? 007 First Light is an action game about James Bond from IO Interactive, known for Hitman. Players will take on the role of a young special agent destined to become the world's most famous spy. The game's release is scheduled for 2026 and is available for wishlist on Steam.
Q3: What type of game is Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls? Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is a fighting game developed jointly by PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works, and Marvel Games. It features team battles in a "4 vs 4" format and will be released in 2026 on PS5 and PC.
Q4: When will Silent Hill f be released? Silent Hill f will be released on September 25, 2025. The game takes place in post-World War II Japan and features protagonist Hinako Shimizu encountering supernatural phenomena in the Ebisugaoka area.
Q5: What is Pragmata and when can we expect it? Pragmata is Capcom's long-awaited science fiction adventure game with a unique combination of action and strategy. The release is scheduled for 2026, and developers have emphasized that the game will definitely be released on the specified date.
Q6: What makes Nioh 3 special? Nioh 3 is the third part of Team Ninja's dark action-RPG series. The release is scheduled for early 2026, and a demo version was made available on June 5th, the same day as the State of Play presentation.
Q7: What is Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles? Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles is a collection that includes two variations: an enhanced version with fully voiced dialogues, graphical changes, and updated interface, plus a classic version with additional features like auto-save. The release is scheduled for September 30, 2025.
Q8: Which games are releasing in 2025? Several games are releasing in 2025: Lumines Arise (fall 2025), Silent Hill f (September 25), Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles (September 30), Baby Steps (September 8), Hirogami (September 3), Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound (July 31), Digimon Story Time Stranger (October 3), Cairn (November 5), and Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection (2025).
Q9: What is the Project Defiant Wireless Fight Stick Controller? Project Defiant is Sony's specialized wireless controller designed for fighting games. The company noted that "Project Defiant" is a code name, and the final name will be announced later.
Q10: What VR game was announced during State of Play? Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow was announced as a stealth action game from the Thief series specifically designed for the PlayStation VR2 virtual reality headset.
Q11: What is Ghost of Yotei? Ghost of Yotei is an upcoming action game from Sucker Punch studio. Only a short trailer was shown during State of Play, and the company will hold a separate presentation for the game in July 2025.
Q12: Which games feature unique gameplay mechanics? Several games feature unique mechanics: Sword of the Sea has a dynamic movement system inspired by skateboard games, Hirogami is inspired by Japanese origami art, Cairn is a climbing simulator, and Tides of Tomorrow allows players to follow friends or streamers and deal with consequences of their decisions.
