Gaming

September State of Play: New Ghost, Lego Aloy, more

Here’s everything that was announced

Published

September 25, 2024

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PlayStation’s September 2024 State of Play ran for about half an hour and it was pretty packed. Headlining all the news was the announcement of the Ghost of Tsushima sequel — Ghost of Yotei. We also got news from PlayStation franchises Horizon, Astro Bot, Stellar Blade, and a whole lot more.

Here’s literally everything that was announced.

Ghost of Yotei

Sucker Punch announced Ghost of Yōtei, which introduces a new protagonist, a new story to unfold, and a new region of Japan to explore, coming to PS5 next year.

Astro Bot Free DLC

Team Asobi has announced Astro Bot will receive new speedrun levels and 10 new Special Bots to rescue from this Fall.

A couple of Horizon things

Aloy makes a return to PS5 as LEGO Horizon Adventures launches on November 14, with plenty of bonuses if you pre-order.

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered launches October 31 on PS5 and PC. It features over 10 hours of re-recorded conversation, mocap and countless graphical improvements. This brings the game to the same visual fidelity as its critically acclaimed sequel Horizon Forbidden West all while taking full advantage of PS5’s capabilities.

Stellar Blade

Shift Up announced the upcoming Stellar Blade x NieR: Automata DLC, packed with exciting new content. On the same day, a new Photo Mode feature will be added to Stellar Blade and be available to all players. More soon on the DLC, including its release date. That’s not all… the full original soundtrack of Stellar Blade will be available today on over 30 streaming platforms across the globe.

PS5 Chroma Collection

The new Chroma Collection introduces a brand-new look to the PS5 family of accessories. The collection for the DualSense wireless controller and PS5 console covers for the PlayStation 5 console includes three new colors: Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal. They all shine, shimmer, and shift colors depending on the angle.

PlayStation Plus in October

October’s monthly games feature the following: WWE 2K24, Dead Space and Doki Doki Literature Club Plus. A pair of original PlayStation fan favorites — Dino Crisis and Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain — will be released into PlayStation Plus Premium later this year.

The Last of Us Part I is also coming to PlayStation Plus on Thursday, September 26, and will be available to all PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members.

Alan Wake 2: The Lake House

Dive into a harrowing survival horror experience next month with the latest expansion for Alan Wake 2, set in an eerie new location on the shores of Cauldron Lake. Within the Federal Bureau of Control’s research station, the Lake House, a catastrophic event has occurred, where reckless experiments have caused reality to collide with the Dark.

ArcheAge Chronicles

in today’s show, online action RPG ArcheAge Chronicles is the latest installment in the ArcheAge series, promising action-packed combat, rich storytelling, and expansive exploration when it launches on PS5 next year.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard

EA debuted a brand new slice of gameplay from its upcoming epic, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, out October 31 on PS5.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Koei Tecmo’s latest hack-and-slash adventure received a release date reveal. Dynasty Warriors: Origins launches on PS5 January 17, 2025, introducing a nameless hero who will fight his way through the Three Kingdoms era of Ancient China.

Fantasian Neo Dimension

The Father of Final Fantasy Hironobu Sakaguchi brings his latest RPG to PS5 December 5.

Fear the Spotlight

Fear the Spotlight creeps onto PS5 and PS4 just in time for Halloween, launching October 22.

Hell is Us

Today’s State of Play brought us the first gameplay of the upcoming PS5 action adventure Hell is Us. The game won’t hand answers to players on a silver platter; instead, they will need to pay attention to what they see and hear to connect the dots and make their own discoveries.

Fortnite

Epic Games brings a split-screen mode to LEGO Fortnite this October. This feature enables friends & family to explore the world and build villages together while playing on the same PS5 or PS4. Activate split-screen and travel together to an uncharted paradise home to Klombo, the Peely Tribe, and pirates galore with Lost Isles, LEGO Fortnite’s latest content update. Also in State of Play was the reveal of a new limited edition DualSense wireless controller which launches November 7 and features fan-favorite characters from the Fortnite universe: Fishstick and Peely.

Hitman World of Assassination

The World of Assassination is coming to PlayStation VR 2 this December, boasting 21 locations, full dual wielding and intuitive gestures. Watch the first trailer above for more.

Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Soul Reaver, Aspyr is proud to announce Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, which launches December 10.

Lunar Remastered Collection

Returning to PlayStation after 25 years is the legendary JRPG series Lunar, in the form of a Remastered Collection that brings together Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete, now with improved visuals and a host of quality-of-life changes.

Metro Awakening

Vertigo Games has announced that Metro Awakening is coming to PS VR2 on November 7 and today’s new trailer reveals more about the game. Written by series creator Dmitry Glukhovsky, it charts the origin story of Khan, one of the franchise’s most beloved characters, once known as Serdar, and how he is forced to embrace the unknown in his attempt to find and save his wife Yana. The trailer offers a new glimpse at the bandits, mutants, and other lurking horrors you’ll face, and how iconic Metro weaponry and exploration translate to an immersive PS VR2 experience. Get 48 hour early access and a 10% discount when you pre-order the game’s Deluxe Edition.

Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds releases on PS5 on February 28, 2025! In today’s State of Play trailer, which you can watch above, the flagship monster known as the “White Wraith” is finally revealed.

Palworld

Today sees the release of Palworld onto PS5! This open-world, survival crafting, monster-collecting game supports up to 32 players and is set in a world where mysterious creatures called “Pals” live. Collect over 100 types of these mysterious creatures and explore a vast world as you adventure together.

The Midnight Walk

Moonhood is thrilled to announce The Midnight Walk, a dark fantasy adventure made of clay, coming to PS5 and PS VR2 in Spring 2025. Step into a handcrafted world and journey through five eerie tales of fire, guiding your little lantern friend, Potboy, while outsmarting the flame eating monsters lurking in the shadows.

TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge — Radical Reptiles

The new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge DLC, Radical Reptiles, launches today. Whether it’s by dealing righteous damage on a skateboard with Mondo Gecko or launching deadly chemical concoctions with Mona Lisa, this powerhouse duo is ready to rumble with the Foot Clan.

Sonic X Shadow Generations

The Year of Shadow continues when the Sonic X Shadow Generations Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack launches December 12 on PS5 and PS4, as a DLC tie-in to the upcoming film.

Towers of Aghasba

The vibrant and gorgeous open-world adventure Towers of Aghasba provides a first look at its city-building, ecosystem development, combat, and exploration gameplay. Discover all of Aghasba’s secrets when it launches in Early Access on PS5 this November.

Gaming

FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods delayed to 2027

The game needs more development time.

Published

October 30, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

It’s been a while since the last time we got a FromSoftware game. Elden Ring Nightreign felt like an age ago, even if it was launched just last year. Plus, the title isn’t even a new one, technically, since it’s just building off of Elden Ring. Unfortunately, our wait for a new FromSoftware game has to go on for a little bit longer. FromSoftware has delayed the launch of The Duskbloods to 2027.

The Duskbloods is an interesting addition to the FromSoftware oeuvre. Compared to the usual fare, the Switch-exclusive title is a multiplayer extraction game with a distinctly Bloodborne-like feel. If you’re used to FromSoftware’s usual formula, The Duskbloods represents a huge change.

But it’s a welcome one, nonetheless. If the recently released Elden Ring port of the Switch 2 is any indication, FromSoftware does have a handle of what performance looks like on the console.

Sadly, the new title needs a bit more time in the oven. Citing “final adjustments to game rules and balancing,” FromSoftware is delaying the launch of the game to 2027. According to the studio, this is in response to the successful network test a while back.

The delay shouldn’t come off as a surprise. Though the studio promised a 2026 launch for the title, most of the year has passed without a definite launch date. That was already a telltale sign that a delay was coming.

At the very least, the delay comes with the benefit of launching the game farther away from Grand Theft Auto VI and the Ocarina of Time remake, which will surely dominate holiday gaming this year.

Gaming

Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 launches on Switch 2

Demon Slayer arrives on Switch 2

Published

October 30, 2026

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SEGA has released Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 for the Nintendo Switch 2. The new edition delivers enhanced graphics, smoother 60 FPS gameplay, and additional playable characters through the Infinity Castle Character Pass.

Developed as the latest entry in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba action game series, The Hinokami Chronicles 2 lets players follow Tanjiro Kamado’s journey in Story Mode. Players can also take their favorite characters into online and offline battles.

The game series has sold more than six million copies worldwide across physical and digital releases, including deluxe editions.

Switch 2 version runs at 60 FPS

The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition takes advantage of the newer console’s hardware to improve visual quality and performance over the original Nintendo Switch version.

The game runs at 60 FPS, with enhanced graphics that bring character expressions and special attack animations into sharper detail. SEGA also promises more responsive controls for its fast-paced battles.

The Switch 2 Edition includes 54 playable characters, with seven fighters from the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Character Pass. These are Tanjiro Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, Giyu Tomioka, Shinobu Kocho, Doma, Akaza, and Kaigaku, all featuring their respective Infinity Castle-related versions where applicable.

Players can fight locally with up to two players or compete online. The game also supports battles between Nintendo Switch 2 and original Nintendo Switch players. However, cross-generation online matches run at 30 FPS.

Those who already own the Nintendo Switch version can upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for free by downloading the Upgrade Pass from the Nintendo eShop. The free upgrade does not include the Infinity Castle Character Pass, which requires a separate purchase.

Ultimate Edition also available

Alongside the Switch 2 launch, SEGA has released The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Ultimate Edition for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Steam.

The new bundle offers another option for players looking to jump into the series or expand their existing collection.

About Demon Slayer

Based on Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba follows Tanjiro Kamado, whose family is killed by demons. After his younger sister Nezuko becomes a demon herself, Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps in search of a way to restore her humanity.

The manga ran for 23 volumes in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump and has sold more than 220 million copies worldwide. Its anime adaptation, produced by ufotable, premiered in April 2019 and has since expanded across multiple television arcs and theatrical releases.

The latest major installment, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, began its three-part theatrical finale in Japan on July 18, 2025.

With its expanded roster and improved performance, the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition gives players another way to experience Tanjiro’s demon-slaying adventures.

Gaming

PlayStation unveils Prism Collection

Transparent PS5 accessories return

Published

October 29, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

PlayStation is bringing back the see-through aesthetic with the Prism Collection, a new lineup of transparent DualSense controllers and PlayStation 5 console covers.

Announced on October 28, the collection features three colorways: Flare Orange, Emerald Green, and Graphite Gray. Each combines translucent materials with a glossy finish, offering a glimpse of the hardware beneath the exterior.

The collection takes inspiration from the transparent electronics trend of the late 1990s, giving the PS5 and its accessories a retro-inspired look with a more contemporary design.

Three colors, one transparent design

The Prism Collection applies the transparent treatment to both the DualSense wireless controller and matching PS5 console covers.

The three color options are:

Flare Orange: A vibrant orange finish with subtle rosy tones where the transparent materials overlap.
Emerald Green: A deep green finish that gains visual depth through its translucent exterior.
Graphite Gray: A cool-toned gray design with a more understated appearance.

The DualSense controllers feature a high-gloss transparent finish across the back, revealing parts of their internal components. A metallic finish on the center cover adds contrast to the design.

The collection revisits an aesthetic popularized by consumer electronics in the late 1990s, when transparent plastic casings let users see the technology inside their devices.

According to PlayStation designer Leo Cardoso, the goal was to revive that look while keeping it consistent with the PS5’s design.

PlayStation Prism Collection price and availability

The Prism Collection will launch starting February 4, 2027, with preorders opening on November 10, 2026, at 10 AM local time in supported markets.

The DualSense controllers will be available globally, while the matching console covers will be sold directly through PlayStation in supported regions and in limited quantities through select retailers elsewhere.

Here’s how much the accessories will cost in select markets: