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State of Play February recap: All major announcements

Borderlands 4, WWE 2K25, Stellar Blade, more

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The February 2025 State of Play showcased exciting upcoming games from publishers, as well as updates and announcements on titles published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Here’s a quick recap of the major updates revealed at the latest State of Play:

WWE 2K25

WWE’s Paul Heyman graced State of Play to introduce WWE 2K25, its trailer, and The Island, which will be available when the game launches on March 14.

The Island is an online open-world environment filled with WWE-themed landmarks, quests, live events, and shops, with up to 50 players at a time.

Borderlands 4

Gearbox confirmed a September 23 release for the PlayStation 5 version of Borderlands 4. A trailer has also been unveiled for the looter-shooter title. This gives players a glimpse of its gameplay, as well as character abilities while in Kairos.

Digimon Story Time Stranger

The latest installment in the Digimon Story series is releasing this year. In the JRPG, players will travel between the human world and fantastic realms of the Digital World. The title also features an improved battle system, and fan-favorite characters like Agumon and Omegamon.

Five Nights At Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic

Another horror adventure is dropping on June 13, as Steel Wool Games is bringing players to the trappings of Five Nights at Freddy’s.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword

Meanwhile, Capcom had two announcements at State of play. First, it unveiled the first trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which is coming in 2026.

Capcom also confirmed that late Japanese samurai movie star Toshiro Mifune is to serve as the face model for the unreleased game’s protagonist, Myamoto Musashi.

On the other hand, a newly revealed remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny has been confirmed for a May 23 release this year for PlayStation 5 and 4.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Konami shared a new trailer for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. It features a first in-game look at the Cobra Unit. And the end also reveals the return of Snake vs Monkey minigame mode.

The remake releases on August 28 for PlayStation 5.

Stellar Blade

The highly anticipated DLC collaboration with Goddess of Victory: Nikke is coming in June 2025. That’s the same month Stellar Blade releases on PC.

Lost Soul Aside

Ultizero Games also shared new gameplay footage of action-adventure Lost Soul Aside, which drops on May 30 on PC and PS5.

Saros

A third-person action title from Housemarque will come to PS5 and PS5 Pro in 2026. Housemarque is the same studio that brought Returnal, a survival roguelike shooter.

Dave the Diver – Ichiban’s Holiday DLC

Furthermore, 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.

The DLC launches in April on PS5 and PS4.

Other announcements

Days Gone Remastered launches on PlayStation 5 this April 25. It comes with improved graphics, Tempest 3D Audio, and DualSense features.

Sega revealed the first gameplay trailer for a new four-wheeled Sonic racer for PlayStation 5 and 4, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds.

Moreover, Splitgate 2 is coming to Ps5 on February 27. It features Multi-Team Portal Warfare mode and a three-way, 8v8v8, 24 player battle set on a map twenty times larger than any map in the game yet.

The Midnight Walk likewise has a new trailer and a confirmed launch date: May 8.

Puzzle platformer Darwin’s Paradox will let players take the role of an octopus snatched from the sea and thrust into a mysterious food factory.

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Tides of Annihilation opens first public demo at Gamescom 2026

First hands-on

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Tides of Annihilation will make its public playable debut at Gamescom 2026.

Developer Eclipse Glow Games announced that attendees can try an extended demo of the upcoming action-adventure game during the event in Cologne, Germany. Players can find the demo at Hall 6, Booth B-050 inside Koelnmesse.

The studio will also reveal a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, before the show floor opens.

Demo offers more exploration and combat

The Gamescom demo gives players a longer look at Tides of Annihilation. It features branching paths that lead to different exploration routes and combat encounters. Players can also explore key locations and experience several of the game’s biggest set pieces.

“Gamescom will be an incredibly important moment for our team since this will be our first global playtest and we’re excited to see how first-time players experience our game,” said Ary Chen, Game Director and Co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games.

“The team has poured heart, soul, and maybe even a few tears into developing the game over the last few years, and it’s finally our opportunity to share it with players. We’re looking forward to seeing their reaction.”

Members of the press and content creators can also schedule private hands-on sessions with the development team during the event.

Arthurian-inspired adventure

Tides of Annihilation blends fast-paced action with a Neo-Medieval vision of modern London. The story follows Gwendolyn after an Outworld invasion leaves the city in ruins.

Driven by a mission to save her sister, she travels between a shattered London and the mythical realm of Avalon. Along the way, she uncovers the mystery behind her newfound powers. She must also decide the fate of reality itself.

Eclipse Glow Games is developing Tides of Annihilation for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

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Street Fighter 6 adds first Filipino fighter Yasmine to its roster

Eskrima fighter joins battle

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Street Fighter 6 has officially welcomed Yasmine, making history as the first Filipino martial artist to join the franchise’s playable roster. The new character is now available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the game’s Year 4 content.

Yasmine practices Eskrima, having learned the Filipino martial art alongside her older brother under their grandfather’s guidance. She wields Karambit knives in battle and embarks on a journey to find her missing brother.

Players can access Yasmine by purchasing the Year 4 Character Pass or Year 4 Ultimate Pass. Her default outfit features traditional Eskrima-inspired combat attire, while a school uniform serves as her second costume. In combat, she specializes in fast, aggressive attacks that build toward an enhanced Bayani Mode.

Yasmine is the first of four Year 4 fighters, followed by Arjun, Tifa from the Final Fantasy VII Remake series, and Bosch. Her release also arrives alongside battle balance adjustments affecting the entire roster.

Onimusha crossover arrives this week

Capcom also announced a limited-time collaboration between Street Fighter 6 and Onimusha. Running from August 7 to August 31, 2026, the event introduces Oni EX character colors, themed Battle Hub decorations, avatar items, and additional rewards for players who log in during the event.

The update also adds new Avatar Arcade courses, additional ending scenes, a Frame Meter option for Avatar Random Match, and refreshed Master ACT rewards.

Philippine launch event set for August 9

Capcom will celebrate Yasmine’s debut with an official Philippine community launch event on Sunday, August 9, at Salud! by Primera Bar & Restaurant in Palanan, Makati. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features a double-elimination tournament, gameplay showcases, giveaways, and community activities.

Attendees can also receive limited-edition Yasmine merchandise, including event T-shirts, lanyards, and collectible keychains while supplies last. Special guests and cosplayers are also scheduled to appear. Admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to venue capacity.

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Gangstar Mirage City launches on August 20 with SEA localization

Join a faction now for a chance to win rewards

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Gangstar Mirage City is set for a full regional launch on August 20, with localization for the Southeast Asia region.

Published by Level Infinite, the free-to-play multiplayer, urban, open-world action game is available for download on iOS and Android.

The full regional release features an expanded open world, a new PvP Arena mode, and local languages.

In Gangstar Mirage City, players can team up for up to 4-man co-op heists, drive powerful vehicles, customize their arsenal, build an empire, and fight for control of Rooklyn City.

Players can register on gangstarmiragecity.com for in-game rewards.

In Southeast Asia, players can also register as a member of their respective local faction and get an exclusive in-game Avatar to represent their loyalty:

  • Philippines: Manila Brigade
  • Indonesia: War Kanda
  • Malaysia: Taiko Tedung
  • Thailand: SIAM APEX

Factions will be ranked based on how many players join and support them. The winning faction will enable all members to get 300 Diamonds, sent directly to their accounts.

Meanwhile, all players, including those who already began their journey in Rooklyn City with the soft launch last July, are invited to join the Global Vault Heist.

Reaching the final Registration Milestone will unlock the Full Tilt Vehicle Pack. These are the rewards up for grabs per milestone:

  • 5 million players: 100 Diamonds
  • 10 million players: 200 Diamonds
  • 20 million players: Vehicle Upgrade Vouchers x5
  • 30 million players: Full Tilt Vehicle Pack

All Global Vault Heist and Faction rewards can be claimed via the in-game mail system on August 20.

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