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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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Gundam Rogue Orbit coming to consoles, PC in 2027

Bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic action

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Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia has announced that Gundam Rogue Orbit is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in 2027.

The announcement trailer has also been released, showcasing high-mobility action. The title delivers a bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic combat in an all-new universe.

Gundam Rogue Orbit lets players suit up for humanity and become the pilot they were born to be.

RE-X is the protagonist and pilot of Gundam Helix. He boards the Gundam and fights to confront threats.

As players step into the cockpit, they will join a rag-tag crew of unsung soldiers, ready to face a powerful unknown threat.

Meanwhile, Sophia serves as the title’s heroine. She is a mysterious girl who monitors RE-X’s situation.

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K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut lets you become a K-pop group’s manager

K-pop Idol management sim launches July 16th

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PQube and Wisageni Studio have announced that K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut will release on July 16.

The K-pop Idol management sim is launching both physically and digitally on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, as well as digitally on Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).

In addition, a newly updated demo is available right now on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

The title invites players to recruit and manage their dream K-pop group on their journey to debut — a behind-the-scenes process those well into K-pop culture and fandom are pretty knowledgeable about.

The game lets players get a taste of life as a K-pop Idol manager, navigating the unpredictable challenges of the industry. There’s scouting talent, managing schedules, choosing outfits, planning social media, and organizing the perfect album.

Players can choose from eight unique trainees, from Minji to Ai. The lineup and skillset of your group is in your hands.

As the manager, it is your job to balance stamina, finances, and workload. Moreover, the bonds you build shape every outcome. Decisions influence how each character perceives you, unlocking new encounters, storylines, and endings.

K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut also features exclusive music and special vocal tracks for your group’s debut, produced just for the game. In between, there are mini-games which also contribute to your success as a manager.

As players wait for the game’s release next month, the new demo offers French, German, and Spanish localization, new interactions between trainees, and improved graphics.

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Kingdom Hearts IV gets new trailer, confirms Switch 2 release

Collection [I~III] launches October 8

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Kingdom Hearts IV

Square Enix has released a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV, offering another look at Sora’s next adventure and confirming the game is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Alongside the update, the company announced that Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] will launch on October 8, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Pre-orders are now open, while a free Nintendo Switch 2 demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind is available starting today.

Kingdom Hearts IV returns

The new trailer offers another look at Quadratum, the mysterious city first revealed when Kingdom Hearts IV was announced.

According to Square Enix, Sora will encounter new characters, visit new worlds, and awaken new powers as the next chapter of the long-running action RPG series unfolds.

The publisher did not announce a release date for the game, saying more details will be revealed in the future.

Kingdom Hearts IV will launch for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Collection bundles the series’ major releases

Square Enix also confirmed that Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] brings together Kingdom Hearts -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind in a single package.

The collection includes Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories, Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD, Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep, Kingdom Hearts III, and the Re Mind DLC, alongside several movie and cutscene compilations.

The release marks the arrival of native versions of these titles on Nintendo Switch 2. Previously, the games were available on Nintendo’s platform through cloud versions.

Free demo available now

Players can download a free Nintendo Switch 2 demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind starting today.

The demo includes the opening portion of the game through Olympus, with save data carrying over to the full release. It also features a separate section set in Toy Box, the Toy Story-inspired world, although progress from that segment will not transfer.

Players who purchase the collection or Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind will receive platform-exclusive Keyblades. Nintendo Switch 2 players get Long Night, PlayStation 5 players receive Midnight Blue, while Xbox Series X|S players receive Phantom Green.

Digital pre-orders on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S also include 48-hour early access for Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind.

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