As we step into a new month, brand new excitements await us gaming enthusiasts. One of the biggest excitements comes from the PlayStation State of Play of January 2024, which is also the first big excitement for the gaming giant to kick off 2024. In this PlayStation State of Play held yesterday, January 31st for 40 minutes long, PlayStation revealed updates on games coming to PS5. This included in-depth previews of Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin, along with unexpected reveals such as Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Sonic x Shadow Generations.
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PlayStation State of Play January 2024: What Have Been Revealed?
Without further ado, let’s dive in to take a look at what games and content have been revealed in the PlayStation State of Play January 2024.
1. Helldivers 2 Trailer Revealed
The PlayStation State of Play January 2024 began with a quick preview of Helldivers 2, providing a glimpse into the multiplayer shooter action before its scheduled release on February 8th.
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2. Death Stranding 2 Is Titled Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Kojima Productions unveiled an extensive trailer for Death Stranding 2, now officially named Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. The trailer features the return of Norman Reedus as Sam Porter Bridges, confronting a new adversary group known as Drawbridge.
Notably, the trailer showcases a formidable antagonist wielding a chainsaw-guitar-hybrid weapon that shoots lightning, offering a glimpse into the unique and intriguing elements of the upcoming game. The star-studded cast includes Norman Reedus, Lea Seydoux, Elle Fanning, Shioli Kutsuna, Troy Baker, and others. The game has also been confirmed to be arriving in 2025.
3. Hideo Kojima: New Action Espionage Game
Following the release of the Death Stranding 2 trailer, Kojima affirmed that his studio is in the process of creating a new intellectual property (IP) for PlayStation. This upcoming project is an action espionage game, typical of Kojima Productions’ endeavours, aiming to blur the boundaries between video games and films. The title of this project is yet to be disclosed.
4. Looking in Depth of Rise of the Ronin
Scheduled for release on March 22, Rise of the Ronin received an in-depth preview from Team Ninja, providing the most comprehensive insight into the upcoming action game. The presentation showcased the Yokohama hub world, one-on-one sword combat featuring a parry system, and various other elements.
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5. Stellar Blade Revealed and Release Date Announced
From the overview trailer revealed, we received an in-depth look at Stellar Blade, the action game developed by Shift Up and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Scheduled for release on April 26, 2024, the game unfolds in a post-apocalyptic Earth scenario where a mysterious adversary has compelled humans to seek refuge in a colony. The main character, Eve, along with her companions Adam and Lily, engages in combat against mech-like enemies and hostile survivors. Eve utilises both guns and swords in stylish action combat.
6. Another Dragon’s Dogma 2 Trailer From Capcom
The action RPG Dragon’s Dogma continues its open-world exploration and real-time combat to the highly anticipated sequel Dragon’s Dogma 2. This sequel is set to release on March 22, and from the trailer, we can see that players get to continue their journey with the protagonist Arisen, on different combats.
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7. Sonic x Shadow Generations Announced
SEGA unveiled Sonic x Shadow Generations, an upgraded version of Sonic Generations with added features showcasing Shadow the Hedgehog. The preview video displayed familiar stages from the original 2011 Sonic Generations, alongside fresh levels centred around Shadow. The game is set to release on PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC in the Fall of 2024.
8. Silent Hill: The Short Message Has Dropped on January 31st
Konami made an appearance at the State of Play event to introduce Silent Hill: The Short Message, a complimentary Silent Hill offshoot that will be accessible for play later in the day. Additionally, Konami presented a fresh trailer for the Silent Hill 2 remake project, although no specific release date or timeframe was provided.
9. New Trailer for Judas
Judas marks the upcoming game from Ken Levine, the mind behind BioShock, and it undeniably echoes his earlier creations. A comprehensive trailer for Judas was unveiled during the current State of Play, revealing a vibrant, dystopian gaming experience featuring first-person combat.
10. Dave the Diver Coming to PlayStation
Dave the Diver unexpectedly gained popularity in 2023, and now it has been revealed that the game will be released on PlayStation in April. Additionally, it was disclosed that Godzilla will be making an appearance in Dave the Diver in May 2024.
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11. Until Dawn Remastered for PS5 and PC in 2024
The speculation surrounding the Until Dawn Remastered has been substantiated, and the game is indeed slated for release on PlayStation 5 and PC in the latter part of 2024. A sneak peek at the remaster showcased its improved graphics, offering fans a glimpse of the visual enhancements to come. Notably, the development of this project is entrusted to Ballistic Moon, providing insight into the team behind the remastered edition. Excitement builds as players anticipate the revitalisation of this popular title with updated visuals and the promise of an enhanced gaming experience.
12. Metro Awakening VR Trailer
Metro Awakening VR is set to immerse players in the virtual reality realm, bringing the longstanding series to life later this year. Positioned before the narrative events of Metro 2033, Awakening will cast players in the role of a doctor embarking on a quest through the metro tunnels to locate his wife.
13. Legendary Tales for PlayStation VR 2
Urban Wolf Games introduces Legendary Tales, an upcoming title for PS VR2. This first-person game promises diverse gameplay featuring magical combat, swords, hammers, bows and arrows, all set in a captivating fantasy environment.
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14. V Rising Is Coming to PS5 in 2024
V Rising, an isometric action game evoking vibes reminiscent of Diablo, was showcased with a comprehensive trailer at the State of Play event. The revelation included the announcement of its arrival on PlayStation 5 in 2024. Originally introduced in early access on PC in 2022, this fantasy survival game is set to expand its reach to the PlayStation platform.
15. In the Works: Zenless Zone Zero Coming to PlayStation 5
HoYoverse have unveiled their upcoming newest gaming venture, Zenless Zone Zero, and excitingly, recent revelations indicate that the game is currently in the developmental pipeline for PlayStation 5.
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16. Sneak Peek: Fresh Foamstars Trailer Teases Upcoming Launch
Foamstars is set to debut on PlayStation Plus next week, and Square Enix has released a fresh trailer showcasing additional characters joining the roster of this competitive foam shooter.
PlayStation State of Play Is a Source of Excitement
The above marks a comprehensive announcement recap of PlayStation State of Play that was held yesterday. From the 40-minute-long revealing, it can be seen that lots of new and upcoming games have been revealed through trailers, and several games are coming to PS5 soon. The games raised in this PlayStation State of Play are worth the try, and in the meantime waiting for their release, you can take a recap of the best new games in January 2024.