Disney Epic Mickey is a game I remember pretty well, but I think a lot of people forgot about the little platformer, which while flawed – had some decent success on the Nintendo Wii, even garnering a sequel. THQ Nordic have decided to re-invest in the game, giving it a full remaster on modern platforms. Does Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed still hold up, or was it best left in past? Let’s find out.
Epic Mickey‘s story starts out with a chain of events leading to Mickey being abducted and taken into another world thanks to a mad doctor, and now must escape. Stopping him is an evil genius as well as a mischievous rabbit named Oswald, who is considered a forgotten cartoon and helped create this world for other forgotten characters to live in peace. With paint thinner beginning to ruin this world along with new foes and antagonists, Mickey equips a brush and heads out to save the world he is now in and find a way home. Yeah, the plot here is great, as it could have even been its own movie. I don’t know if the foes are too memorable, but the journey Mickey takes here is, making the game feel like one grand adventure.
Gameplay
At its heart, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a traditional 3D platformer. Mickey runs and jumps in fluid fashion, also donning a twirl attack that can hit enemies. His brush is the gimmick that both makes the game unique and adds puzzle elements into the world itself. In the world, there are two different types of environment pieces. Normal environments don’t have a ton of interactivity, yet “cartoon” pieces of the world feature interactivity with the brush itself.
Using one trigger on the controller, the player can shoot paint thinner to make the pieces disappear. Using the other has an opposite effect, with the ability to restore parts of levels that have been wiped. Its a fun gimmick with some interesting mechanics attached, like the ability to make rocks fall or re-paint bridges that lead to progression. Your brush can also act as a weapon, with the ability to either turn an enemy good, or simply destroy it with thinner. On top of the brush, there are a ton of collectibles to be found, which makes exploration feel a bit gratifying overall.
The pacing of the game is a bit odd, as while you progress, the game kind of keeps moving forward without much of a stop in pace outside of cutscenes. This works fine I guess, but there were times I felt I would have rather had some closure between areas as there is a restriction of going back in previously explored portions, and the way the game always pushes forward kind of hurts the collecting concept as players are sure to miss out on a good bit of loot if they are not originally vigilant. Its a fun platformer and works well enough, but I will say I found myself kind of bored a good bit. Everything is in place to work as it should, but nothing really feels important or urgent, making it feel hard to keep motivation in order to progress forward.
Boss battles also are a straight up mess. Originally done with a Wiimote, the trick is now to aim with the analog controls and shoot, but it just feels off and never fun, making this “epic” moments into an instant chore. I get that the motion controls are tricky to optimize in something like this and respect the efforts, but it just kind of sucks the fun out of these moments, and without anything big to look forward to, the cogs keep turning but never feel like they go anywhere worthwhile, if that makes sense.
Audio
The soundtrack for Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is fine. Featuring some disney tunes mixed with magical fare, the world itself is oozing with atmosphere and charm, and the sound is pretty decent. The voice acting is also well done when present, as the cutscenes feel cinematic and have the charm we would expect from Disney, making this feel like a fun journey, rather than a flat one.
Visuals
I was very impressed with the visuals. I remember there being a lot of clunk when it came to framerates in the first game, and now everything feels fluid and polished, making this feel like a needed upgrade to the experience. That said, despite its themes, sometimes the dark colors just run together and the areas just seem to lack interesting animations to balance the game’s stellar production. The world is booming with smooth textures and the animations are great, but sometimes it feels like despite all of the design, everything comes off as a bit lifeless. It can still enchanting at times, but I think I expected to see more and just never found those fireworks to make the game truly come off the page.
Overall
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is an absolutely welcome platformer to have modernized. The game works well and looks fantastic, and fans of Disney lore will love the treats and easter eggs buried inside. That said, there is something a 3D platformer has to have and that is proper pacing. Everything here is just kind of mashed together with not much divide, and that makes the adventure grow stale as few tricks are used later to keep the excitement going. Regardless, there is a enjoyable romp here that fans can appreciate that is better than the original, even if it feels like it never meets its true potential.
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Fans can enjoy various discounts on popular games including ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV, Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key and more!
Hertfordshire, 25th September 2024 – In celebration of TGS2024, KOEI TECMO Europe has unveiled a new trailer showcasing a selection of titles on discount until 9th October 2024, on PlayStation®, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox and PC Steam®. For a limited time, fans can enjoy up to 90% discount on beloved titles such as Warriors Orochi 4, NINJA GAIDEN: MASTER COLLECTION and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition.
Discover the KOEI TECMO Europe TGS2024 sales trailer on YouTube.
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Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is set to be released on 21st March 2025 on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Window PC via Steam®. For more information, visit the official website.
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Venture into new areas as you return to Varlamore with a new boss encounter and lucrative rewards
Wednesday, 25 September, 2024, Cambridge, UK. Embark on an adventure to slay the great serpent Hueycoatl and discover the newest addition to the classic MMORPG Old School RuneScape in ‘Varlamore: The Rising Darkness’, available today for Old School RuneScape members.
Step back into the majestic world of Varlamore, where a new adventure awaits in the expanded northern lands. Players willing to brave the climb to the snowy mountain peaks of the Hailstorm Mountains will come across the draconic serpent Hueycoatl in the form of a terrifying new Boss Encounter. Face Hueycoatl alongside unexpected allies from the Dwarven Party and a priest who will aid in the fight.
Watch the Dev Diary for Varlamore: The Rising Darkness below:
Defeat Hueycoatl to collect a handful of lucrative rewards, including the Tome of Earth, a new Dragon Hunter Wand, the first dragonbane weapon imbued with Magic, and proof of the defeat with the Hueycoatl Hide Armour.
Away from the chilling peaks of the Hailstorm Mountains, visit the luscious island of Aldarin to hone your craft and master mixology with the new Herblore Activity. Grow, study, and stock up on herbs to learn the basic alchemical elements and gain beneficial effects as well as a host of Herblore rewards.
At the Colossal Wyrm Agility Course, save the remains of the majestic Colossal Wyrm from a rampant termite infestation by assisting the ageing anteater Worm Tongue. Overcome an assortment of different obstacles, with nifty rewards and Agility XP up for grabs.
Varlamore: The Rising Darkness Features
Of course, we couldn’t bring you an area expansion without some exciting new quests! Now, we’re leaving a couple as a complete surprise, so you’ll have to dive into Varlamore to find them yourself! For now though, here are the details on the ones you know about already…
Following on from Children of the Sun and Twilight’s Promise, The Heart of Darkness has players investigating the Twilight Emissaries to figure out who’s behind the attempts on Servius’ life!
Face off against the great and terrible serpent Hueycoatl. Leave this monster undefeated and Hueycoatl’s power will cause endless devastation and ruin, but thankfully, players won’t have to fight alone. This is an encounter designed to be fought alongside heroic adventurers. Players will collect lucrative rewards after successfully defeating the serpent, including Tome of the Earth providing infinite Earth runes when fully charged and a 10% boost to any cast Earth spells; plus a new Hueycoatl armour set that gives the player various defensive bonuses.
The beautiful island of Aldarin is the perfect place for Varlamore’s alchemists to grow and study herbs and other Herblore ingredients. They serve the kingdom by mixing up potions, but recently orders have gone through the roof, and they need your help to get the orders out on time!
Outside of battle, take to the Colossal Wyrm Agility Course to test your skills and earn rewards, including the Varlamore Graceful Recolour for an added flair to your appearance. Players can even earn a new skeleton transmog for the beloved Squirrel pet.
Old School RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile.
About Old School RuneScape
Old School RuneScape is the industry-defining collaboration between the community and developers. Embracing its nostalgic heritage, hundreds of thousands of active players control the direction of the game with an in-game polling system. Featuring adventures for solo play through to 100-player strong raids, Old School RuneScape caters for every brave adventurer. Old School RuneScape continues to innovate, introducing its first ever new skill in 2023 to commemorate its 10th anniversary, arriving later this year.
About Jagex
A leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower our communities across PC, mobile and consoles. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion + lifetime revenue franchise. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; our titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped.
In 2022, Jagex expanded with the acquisitions of PipeWorks and Gamepires, bringing its expertise in building forever games to SCUM, a multi-million selling open-world survival title in Steam Early Access & other unannounced titles. Jagex employs more than 600 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Everything from adorable pets to in-depth battling is at your fingertips
Shanghai, China — September 25, 2024 | XD Games are excited to announce that two of their newest titles will be making an appearance at Tokyo Game Show! Pal collector and dungeon crawler GoGo Muffin joins the publisher’s roster, while Etheria: Restart reminds everyone why this should be one of their most-anticipated titles of 2024.
GoGo Muffin will be launching in the West after hundreds of thousands of players dived into this cosy MMORPG. One of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan’s top 3 most-played games in 2024, XD Games can’t wait to bring this wholesome adventure to audiences across the world.
Players will collect adorable animals and set off into the world after Ragnarok. But it’s not all doom and gloom, GoGo Muffin presents a far more colourful version of the Norse endtimes, giving players lush environments to explore with pets at their side.
But hanging out with cute companions isn’t for everyone and Etheria: Restart is the perfect antithesis of GoGo Muffin. Set in a futuristic world that is on the brink of collapse, humanity has fled to virtual reality in the hopes of survival. Leaving behind a decaying planet, players will take on the role of a Hyperlinker, wielders of futuristic technology capable of transporting them to Etheria.
With a 5-chapter main quest for players to uncover, Etheria: Restart is also home to open-world sections filled with hidden secrets and rewards to uncover for those daring enough to stray from the beaten path. Etheria: Restart introduces an enhanced version of summoner-based gameplay, providing fans with the RPG mechanics they’ve been waiting for!
XD Games
Founded in 2003, XD Games. is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of 2022, XD has 38 free-to-play and paid games with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. In addition, TapTap — a mobile games community and app store — was launched by XD in 2016 and is estimated to currently have 44 million monthly active users. XD’s mission is to assemble like-minded talented games industry craftspeople with a common goal of touching the hearts of players around the world. XD produces games of the finest quality with passion, offering a pure gaming experience, and encouraging players of all ages to embrace the unique joy of video gaming.
Face off against the Outer Gods yourself in a first-ever public hands-on opportunity
Prague, Czech Republic – September 25, 2024 – Are you ready to take on the Outer Gods? We certainly hope so – as the Lovecraftian horrors are set to descend upon Japan, as
Misterial Games and Fulqrum Publishing are offering a hands-on experience of Stygian: Outer Gods at this year’s Tokyo Games Show!
Tokyo Games Show, one of the world’s largest gaming exhibitions, is taking place this year at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan from September 26 to 29. And with so many games exhibiting at this year’s show, it’s easy to get lost – So let us guide you to the Outer Gods themselves…
Stygian: Outer Gods pulls you into a hostile world that challenges your very existence, in this survival horror game with RPG elements. Unravel a thousand-year-old mystery, risk your sanity and face the Outer Gods with your skills. Every bullet and every decision counts now, are you up to the task?
Set in the universe of Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones, the game lets players witness and influence the events preceding the Black Day. Immerse yourself in a unique world full of dangers, unexplored dark corners, and looming evil beyond mortal comprehension.
Players will take on the role of a mercenary accompanying the enigmatic girl to the foggy settlement of Kingsport to uncover her family’s dark secret. You are shipwrecked and soon encounter the nightmares that have haunted this place for centuries. Would you be able to find your way out, keep your sanity, and prevent the coming of the ancient Outer Gods, or maybe being insane is the key to salvation?
Do you have what it takes to face the terrors that lurk within Stygian: Outer Gods? If you dare to find out, developers Misterial Games and publisher Fulqrum Publishing are offering a hands-on opportunity with the game – the first time the public will have their chance to play the game. The demo on the show floor features around 20 minutes of gameplay, showcasing the early moments of gameplay, as the player first begins to explore the dark streets of the forgotten settlement of Kingsport.
About Fulqrum Publishing
Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, including in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing released over a hundred games, including the critically acclaimed titles like Men of War, King’s Bounty, Space Rangers, Fell Seal, Forgive me Father and many others.
About Misterial Games
Misterial Games, a global studio founded in 2023, focuses on developing Survival Horror games with deep gameplay and enigmatic worlds on Unreal Engine 5. The studio’s debut project, “Stygian: Outer Gods,” introduces unique genre elements and high-quality graphics through Nanite technology.
Get ready for a Halloween spent in the haunted halls of Taiwan’s infamous Wen Hua University
London, U.K. – September 25th 2024 – PQube, in collaboration with SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT, is gearing up to get you ready for Halloween by announcing that their hit horror title, The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication, will be arriving on PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on October 24th. Set within Wen Hua University, renowned in Taiwan for its ghost tales and folklore, this first-person survival horror sees you playing as four distinct characters trying to make it through the night alive.
Intent on resurrecting a decades-old campus ghost story, the daring group of film club students orchestrates the ‘Carnival of Horror’ within the infamously haunted ‘Da Ren’ building. As they begin to film, the line between fiction and reality blurs, and inexplicable events begin to unfold. Navigate Wen Hua’s authentically realised winding corridors with echoing footsteps as you try to outwit and evade the formidable ghosts pursuing you, from the sinister ‘Mad Ballerina’, to the bizarre ‘Sergeant Huang’.
Gather cryptic clues, unearth hidden artifacts and solve mind-bending puzzles as you are drawn deep into the hidden conspiracies buried within Wen Hua. Use the school map to uncover hidden pathways and utilise escape routes while confronting the relentless terrors of your haunting stalkers.
“We are very excited about bringing The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication to PlayStation, Xbox and Switch on October 24th,” said Tyrone Walcott, Product Group Manager. “The response to the game’s PC release was fantastic, particularly with it blowing up on Twitch, and we can’t wait for a new audience to experience that excitement and terror when the game hits consoles next month.”
PQube is a leading international creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment. The company’s teams worldwide are committed to publishing games they love by working closely with development partners and reaching consumers globally on all major gaming platforms. PQube manages a rich portfolio of brands including Kitaria Fables, Tormented Souls, Cat Quest, New Super Lucky’s Tale, BlazBlue, Gal*Gun, White Day, Kill La Kill, Nexomon: Extinction, Guilty Gear and many more.
Explore card details, scoring rules, and nature trivia while enjoying enhanced gameplay in this cosy puzzle game.
Košice, Slovak Republic – September 25 2024. Grindstone and developer Bitmap Galaxy announced today the launch of a new feature for PRESERVE on Steam Early Access, introducing the new Compendium and various gameplay enhancements.
The Compendium adds depth to the Preserve experience:
Detailed information on cards, scoring, and placement rules
Expanded effects explanations
Fascinating natural world trivia
Key gameplay improvements include:
Cancellable removal card action
Adjusted minimum river length from 3 to 2
Enhanced classic mode progression clarity
Updated FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) for improved visuals
Bitmap Galaxy is a small game development studio based in Bratislava, Slovakia. They strive to make meaningful and amusing games that avoid any unnecessary realistic violence.
About Grindstone
Grindstone is a videogame production and publishing company with a strong background in game development based in Slovakia. It was founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the well-established Slovakian development studio Games Farm to create new opportunities and support game developers in delivering creatively and commercially viable games that can compete on global markets.
The Fifth Entry in the Nikki Franchise Brings Open-World Adventure to PC and Consoles for the First Time, Giving Players Early Access Ahead of Full Launch Later This Year
Tokyo, September 25th, 2024. – Infold Games has today announced that the first Global Closed Beta for their upcoming title, Infinity Nikki, will be available from October 8th through October 22nd for PC, iOS and Android. For a chance to participate in this closed beta, players can sign up by filling out the survey here. A PlayStation 5 Closed Beta is also planned, and more details will be shared at a later date.
Watch today’s Tokyo Game Show gameplay trailer here.
The fifth entry in the beloved Nikki franchise and helmed by Kentaro Tominaga, director of Breath of the Wild, Infinity Nikki brings Nikki and her faithful companion Momo to PC and PS5 for the first time, marking a landmark moment in the series history. Wildly anticipated by series fans and newcomers alike, Infinity Nikki already has over 15 million pre-registrations across all platforms. At this year’s TGS, Tominaga-san will discuss yet-to-be-announced gameplay features, and update fans on development status.
Created by Infold Games, the Nikki series is a beloved collection of dress-up games that has evolved over the past 12 years.In this fifth chapter, Infinity Nikki, Infold Games blends the dress-up mechanics with an open-world format, where Nikki can explore a charming, vibrant world using the unique abilities granted by different outfits. This fusion aims to enrich the gameplay and add excitement to players’ lives. To introduce players to Miraland ahead of launch, Infold Games is letting them get hands on with the game ahead of full launch later this year. In this Global Closed Beta, players will get their first experience in Miraland’s vast, fantastical world, master techniques such as floating, gliding, and plunging to freely explore the land as well as tackle cleverly designed puzzles and levels. The joy of 3D platforming is interwoven throughout the game’s open-world exploration, with each unique scene feeling vibrant and charming. Soaring paper cranes, speeding wine cellar minecarts, mysterious ghost trains, and so many other hidden secrets are waiting to be unraveled!
In this new version of Miraland, players will also discover a variety of cultures and styles to collect and design around. Not only do these outfits look good, though, as each item of clothing bestows abilities for Nikki to discover a world of platform-driven exploration through the power of Whim, hidden within outfits. These Ability Outfits open up many possibilities for adventure and thus offer an endless amount of fun!
For more information and latest updates on Infinity Nikki, be sure to pre-register here.
About Infinity Nikki
Infinity Nikki, the fifth installment in the beloved Nikki series by Infold Games, is a cozy open-world game. Utilizing the UE5 engine, this multi-platform game features platforming, puzzle-solving, dress-up, and other gameplay elements for a unique and rich experience.About Infold GamesInfold Games is an international business brand created by Papergames. Based in Singapore, Infold Games strives to develop creative projects with strong emotional connections and immersive experiences to inspire and encourage players around the world. It is well regarded for the Nikki series and the Love series with more than 400 million downloads worldwide. The team is currently developing AAA projects including Ballad of Antara and Project: The Perceiver as well as the next installment of the Nikki series, Infinity Nikki, a whimsical open-world adventure.
London (September 25, 2024) – Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, debuted the latest trailer for the highly anticipated action RPG Monster Hunter Wilds™ during PlayStation’s State of Play broadcast.The trailer announced Monster Hunter Wilds launches on Feb. 28, 2025 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, in addition to revealing a titanic amount of information regarding the title’s flagship monster, other fearsome new monsters, and the Scarlet Forest locale. Pre-orders of the Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Premium Deluxe Edition will include the bonus “Guild Knight Set” layered armor and “Hope Charm” Talisman. Additionally, a Digital Mini Art Book will be available for pre-orders placed via the PlayStation®Store.
Watch the latest Monster Hunter Wilds trailer on YouTube below:
Our Story Begins…
The trailer provided the first look at the flagship monster at the center of the story in Monster Hunter Wilds, Arkveld. The mysterious monster Arkveld hails from a species long thought to be extinct, and bears uniquely shaped, chain-like wings. After rescuing the young boy Nata on the border of the Forbidden Lands, the Hunter’s Guild gathers its resources and forms the Forbidden Lands Research Commission to investigate the mysterious “White Wraith” that attacked Nata’s home. In order to properly explore the Forbidden Lands, the Research Commission dispatches multiple units to the area. These include the Avis Unit made up of Alma, Gemma, the player’s Hunter, and their Palico, as well as the Astrum unit, which includes the veteran hunter Olivia, who can join players as a Support Hunter, alongside her Palico Athos, the biologist Erik, and Werner the engineer.
A Living, Changing World
The trailer gave the first look at the environmental changes the Scarlet Forest experiences as it goes through its periods of Fallow, Inclemency, and Plenty alongside the various lifeforms that call the region home. During the Fallow, the Scarlet Forest is defined by the distinctive red-tinted rivers for which it’s named coursing through dense vegetation. Times of Inclemency cause a chaotic downpour that drastically reduces visibility and leads to surging water levels and raging currents. After the storm breaks, the Plenty gives rise to a colorful ecosystem teeming with monsters, plant life, and sun dappled streams that reflect the vibrant blue of the clear sky. These clear waters allow visiting hunters to easily engage in the relaxing pastime of fishing or explore the region’s abundant waters and rubble by swinging from nearby Wedge Beetles or riding on the backs of their trusty Seikret mount. As they explore, hunters may even encounter the local tribe of Lynians, known as Wudwuds, who have successfully adapted their lives and hideout to suit the ever-changing environment.
New Predators Emerge
As changes in weather herald new plants and wildlife, new monsters also emerge in the storm. The trailer gave the first look at the leviathan monster Uth Duna, which surfaces amidst the Inclemency of the Scarlet Forest. The apex predator of the Scarlet Forest, Uth Duna cloaks itself in a veil of water using ponderous secretions from its body. Additionally, hunters were treated to a first look at the new Brute Wyvern, Quematrice, that calls the Windward Plains its home. Quematrice sprays a flammable substance that ignites into flames from sparks created by scraping its tail against the ground.
Product Details When Monster Hunter Wilds launches on Feb. 28, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, players will have access to Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Deluxe editions across all platforms. The Deluxe Edition features the Monster Hunter Wilds base game and the Deluxe Pack, which includes a variety of cosmetic DLC, such as Hunter Layered Armor and sticker sets. The Premium Deluxe Edition includes the Monster Hunter Wilds base game, the Deluxe Pack, a Premium Bonus available upon launch, a Cosmetic DLC Pack 1 coming in Spring 2025, and Cosmetic DLC pack 2 planned for Summer 2025. Pre-orders of any edition will receive the bonus “Guild Knight Set” hunter layered armor and “Hope Charm” Talisman. Additionally, pre-orders made through the PlayStation Store will also include a Digital Mini Art Book.
ABOUT CAPCOM Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld, and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™, and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.
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Another PlayStation State of Play broadcast has wrapped this morning with some epic reveals from ASTRO BOT, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Ghost of Yōtei and more. See below for a round-up of the biggest announcements:
Ghost of Yōtei
PlayStation Australia is happy to announce Ghost of Yōtei, the latest game from Sucker Punch and the introduction of a new hero, Atsu. Atsu’s journey takes place in 1603, more than 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima. The story is set in the lands surrounding Mount Yōtei, a towering peak in the heart of Ezo, an area of Japan known as Hokkaido in present day. In 1603, this area was outside the rule of Japan, and filled with sprawling grasslands, snowy tundras, and unexpected dangers.
This is Sucker Punch’s first game built from the ground up for PlayStation 5, and we’re excited to build on the visual foundation established in Ghost of Tsushima by making the world feel even more real. There are massive sightlines that let you look far across the environment, whole new skies featuring twinkling stars and auroras, even more believable movement from wind on grass and vegetation, and more improvements to share in the future. This new setting also gives the opportunity to introduce new mechanics, gameplay improvements, and even new weapons.
Ghost of Yōtei releases in 2025. Watch the reveal trailer below and read more information on PlayStation Blog.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered launches on October 31 on PS5, and November 1 on PC. The captivating story and awe-inspiring post-apocalyptic world returns alongside a host of technological improvements, visual enhancements, and upgraded features. It also includes The Frozen Wilds content, a vast expansion featuring additional lands, skills, weapons, and machines. The remastered edition features over ten hours of re-recorded conversation, mocap and countless graphical improvements. Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered now has integrated custom haptics for the DualSense controller throughout the game, and comes with native support for PlayStation 5 Pro.
For existing owners of Horizon Zero Dawn (PS4, PC) and/or Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition (PS4, PS5, PC)*: you can upgrade to the digital version of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered on both PlayStation 5 console and on PC (via Steam or Epic Game Store). Local AU pricing of the upgrade path will be provided at a later date.
Watch the reveal trailer below and visit the PlayStation blog for full information.
*Redemptions via PlayStation Plus are not eligible to upgrade
LEGO Horizon Adventures
We are ecstatic to announce that LEGO Horizon Adventures launches on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch™ on November 14 2024, and PC on November 15 2024! It’s been incredible to see everyone’s reactions to everything we’ve shown so far, as well as the creativity it has inspired with LEGO builders and fan artists alike.
Experience Aloy’s entire thrilling journey, endless co-op fun, and a stunningly reimagined universe filled with dinosaur-like robots in LEGO Horizon Adventures!
Pre-orders go live October 3. If you pre-order any physical edition from participating retailers or any digital edition on your preferred platform, you will receive a LEGO version of the iconic Shield-Weaver outfit to use in the game.
Watch the new trailer below and read more information on PlayStation Blog.
PlayStation 5 Pro Console – Game Lineup Sizzle
Debuted during State of Play, here’s a look at some of the games that are being enhanced by the PS5 Pro – including a few titles that we’re revealing in this sizzle recap.
Games in the sizzle reveal include: Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, Gran Turismo 7,Horizon Forbidden West, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2,Hogwarts Legacy, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Rise of the Ronin, Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater, Alan Wake 2, Stellar Blade, The Crew Motorfest, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, The First Descendant, Demon’s Souls, F1 24.
The PS5 Pro releases on November 7th.
Watch the sizzle below and read more details on the list of titles enhanced by the PS5 Pro at the PlayStation blog here.
PlayStation Australia is excited to reveal a new limited edition DualSense wireless controller featuring fan-favourite characters from the Fortnite universe: Fishstick and Peely. Drop into the action and defy the Storm as you build, battle, and create with the new DualSense wireless controller – Fortnite Limited Edition.
The DualSense wireless controller – Fortnite Limited Edition will be available at select retailers, with an RRP of $124.95 AUD. Pre-orders will begin on October 3, with the controller releasing November 7, 2024.
Watch the announcement trailer below and read more on PlayStation Blog.
Chroma collection – DualSense controllers and PS5 Console Covers
As revealed during today’s showcase, the new Chroma Collection introduces a brand new aesthetic to the PS5 family of accessories. The collection for the DualSense wireless controller and PS5 console covers for PlayStation 5 Console (model group – slim) includes three new colours that shine, shimmer, and shift colours from every angle – Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal.
See the reveal trailer below.
The Chroma DualSense wireless controllers will be available at select retailers for a recommended retail price (RRP) of $124.95 AUD. The Chroma PS5 console covers for PlayStation 5 console (model group – slim) will be available at select retailers for a recommended retail price (RRP) of $99.95 AUD.
Pre-orders for the Chroma Collection will begin on October 3, 2024, with Chroma Pearl and Chroma Indigo accessories launching on November 7, 2024, followed by the launch of Chroma Teal accessories on January 23, 2025.
For more information about Chroma Collection’s design and creative process, visit the PlayStation blog.
ASTRO BOT: New speedrun levels and Special Bots arrive
ASTRO BOT will receive five brand new speedrun levels, at no additional cost. To go alongside these extra levels, there will be ten new Special Bots to rescue. These are obtained by beating cheeky birds racing against ASTRO BOT. The Helldivers squad is also being welcomed to the world of ASTRO BOT and will bring managed democracy to the crash site as well as Eve from Stellar Blade.
Check out the trailer below and full information on PlayStation Blog here.
Stellar Blade
It was also confirmed in State of Play that Shift Up’s PS5 hit Stellar Blade is getting a new photo mode, soundtrack release, and Stellar Blade x Nier Automata DLC.
Check out full information on all the updates here.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games
Also announced in the showcase were October’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games, available from October 1 for all PlayStation Plus members**. Make your entrance and become a legend in the ring, survive the terrors lurking aboard a mining vessel drifting in deep space and tackle the horrors of school romance in which not everything is as it seems. WWE 2K24, Dead Space and Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! all launch October 1 on PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup*.
*All three games will be available to PlayStation Plus members on October 1 until November 4.
**PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup may differ in certain regions. Please check the PlayStation Store on launch day for your region’s lineup.
The Last of Us Day celebration
September 26 is The Last of Us Day and this year, PlayStation is celebrating by bringing the PS5 hit, The Last of Us Part I to the PlayStation Plus Games Catalogue* for the first time.
*Available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe Members
Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds releases worldwide on February 28, 2025 for PS5! We hope you’re looking forward to the next generation of hunting on PS5, with intense hunting action and a heightened level of immersion that will set new heights for the series.
Pre-orders for the digital version begin today. The “Guild Knight Set” and the Talisman “Hope Charm” are available as bonuses to all who pre-order. In addition to the pre-order bonus, those who pre-order the downloadable version from the PlayStation Store will also receive the Monster Hunter Wilds Digital Mini Art Book as a PlayStation Store exclusive pre-order bonus.
Watch the release date reveal trailer below and read more information on PlayStation Blog.
The Midnight Walk
First details on The Midnight Walk, a dark fantasy, handcrafted adventure created by Lost in Random, coming to PS5 and PS VR2 were revealed. For the game, Lost in Random created every asset you see in clay first and 3D-scanned into the game. In The Midnight Walk, you awake as The Burnt One, a mysterious being who’s dug themselves out of a muddy grave to find their purpose. They find it in Potboy – a little dormant lantern creature that you reignite and bring back to life.
Together you must venture down the Midnight Walk – a perilous, nightmarish highway and, along the way, survive five strange tales about fire; its life-giving warmth as well as its inherent danger. You’ll outsmart ghoulish enemies, meet a fantastical cast of companions, and gaze in wonder at our hand-crafted world. That’s right; every asset in the game was first sculpted in clay before being 3D-scanned into the game and animated in a stop-motion style!
But how did we at Moonhood come to create such a strange adventure? Watch the reveal trailer below and see full information here.
Hell is Us
We got a first glimpse of the gameplay of Hell is Us, a PS5 action adventure out 2025. Hell is Us is a third-person action-adventure game set in a complex world that will challenge your intellect while, we hope, delivering a compelling and mature story. The game explores deep themes like civil war, human emotions, and family.
Watch the gameplay trailer below and visit the PlayStation blog for full information.
Metro Awakening
Metro Awakening, coming to PS VR2, also got a release date with the title landing on November 7th. Check out the release date trailer below.
ArcheAge Chronicles
We saw a first glimpse of the next instalment in the ArcheAge series – ArcheAge Chronicles – arriving in 2025. As an online action RPG, ArcheAge Chronicles promises to deliver a more immersive experience with a strong emphasis on action combat. The game will feature epic large-scale raids and cooperative gameplay, offering a diverse array of activities for players to enjoy on PS5.
Check out the reveal trailer below and full information on the PlayStation blog here.
Palworld
State of Play also revealed that global smash hit, Palworld, is coming to PS5 and is available today!
Check out the PS5 launch trailer below.
Lunar Remastered Collection
From the publishers of Grandia HD Collection and the original creators of Grandia and Grandia II, we’re happy to announce Lunar Remastered Collection—a compilation of two legendary JRPGs, Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete—now with updated graphics, sound, and new quality-of-life improvements.
The remastered edition brings a host of exciting upgrades, including widescreen support, enhanced pixel art, HD animated cutscenes, and all-new English voice acting. Players can choose to either go old school with the original visuals or remastered for a more modern look. And for the first time in the series, Lunar will be available in two additional languages: German and French, alongside English and Japanese.
The Luna Remastered Collection is available Autumn 2025 on PS4 and PS5.
See the reveal trailer below and check out full information on the PlayStation blog here.
Movie Shadow coming to Sonic X Shadow Generations
With the third film in the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise on the way, fans will finally be able to see the enigmatic anti-hero Shadow on the big screen! But don’t worry, you won’t have to wait much longer because on December 12 you can step right into movie Shadow’s Air Shoes right on PS4 and PS5. With the just-announced Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack, get immersed in gameplay and cinematics voiced by the iconic Keanu Reeves.
The Sonic the Hedgehog Movie 3 pack is included with the Sonic X Shadow Generations Digital Deluxe Edition.
Watch the recently revealed game trailer below, and read the interview with Series Producer, Shun Nakamura on the PlayStation blog here.
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge
Exciting news for TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge fans! The Radical Reptiles DLC is available from today and introduces two new characters: Mona Lisa and Mondo Gecko. Mona Lisa, a once-human scientist turned mutant salamander, brings her cheery attitude to battle against the Foot Clan and Mondo Gecko, the coolest cement-surfing mutant, are joining forces in this action-packed DLC.
This DLC marks the final addition to TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, closing this chapter on the highest of notes. Radical Reptiles promises to bring fresh excitement and fun for players.
You can watch the reveal trailer below. For more information on the production, gameplay features, and design aspects of these new playable characters, check out the PlayStation blog.
Fantasian Neo Dimension
Fantasian Neo Dimension follows the protagonist Leo, who embarks on a multi-dimensional adventure to recover his lost memories and discover the secrets behind a strange mechanical infection that threatens to destroy his world. Set across the backdrop of over 150 vibrant and beautiful hand-crafted dioramas, the game features a unique artistic style with a fun, strategic twist on traditional turn-based battle mechanics. It also features music from composer Nobuo Uematsu, famously known for his works in the Final Fantasy franchise.
Fantasian Neo Dimension serves as Hironobu Sakaguchi’s next upcoming title that brings his critically acclaimed game, Fantasian, to wider audiences through PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. It will launch on December 5 with new features such as English and Japanese voice acting, an added difficulty option, and 4K support on PlayStation 5.
Watch the reveal trailer below and read the interview with producer Hironobu Sakaguchi on the PlayStation blog here.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, releasing on October 31 on PlayStation 5, you will save the battered world of Thedas and unite the Veilguard: your team of seven companions, each with their own rich lives and deep backstories. This bold, heroic adventure is built to deliver on what BioWare is best known for: rich storytelling, fantasy worldbuilding, companions and fellowship, and a world where you matter.
BioWare and Electronic Arts shared a new gameplay slice, captured on PlayStation 5. In it, watch Rook, Dragon Age’s newest hero, fighting alongside two companions, Taash and Lucanis.
Watch the new trailer below and check out further information on the PlayStation Blog.
Alan Wake 2 – Lake House Expansion
Epic Games gave us a first glimpse at the Upcoming Alan Wake 2 DLC – The Lake House during State of Play.
Watch the reveal trailer below.
Hitman World of Assassination
The trailer for Hitman World of Assassination was revealed during the showcase. Coming to PS VR2 this December.
Check out the trailer below.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered
25 years ago, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver introduced the world to the vampire Raziel. In the game’s opening scene, Raziel is betrayed and executed by his master, the vampire emperor Kain. Enduring untold suffering and disfigurement, Raziel rises aeons later as the iconic and vengeful blue wraith we all know and love.
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Soul Reaver, Aspyr announced Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The remastered edition includes control improvements, camera upgrades, cut-scenes rendered in higher fidelity and new hero models for Raziel and Kain.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered launches December 11. Pre-orders are available today on PlayStation Store!
You can watch the reveal trailer below and check out full information on the PlayStation blog here.
Fear the Spotlight
Fear the Spotlight is a creepy love letter to classic 90s horror experiences with a focus on rich storytelling, puzzle solving, and a tense atmosphere. In this puzzle solver, you play as Vivian and Amy, as you uncover the history behind a tragic fire in the school decades before. This is a perfect narrative horror game for those new to the genre.Fear the Spotlight is developed by Cozy Game Pals and published by Blumhouse Games.
Fear The Spotlight is available October 23. Full information is available on the PlayStation Blog.
Check out the release date reveal trailer below.
Towers of Aghasba
After over a year since it was first revealed, Dreamlit Inc. has announced that Towers of Aghasba is coming to PlayStation 5 in November 2024 in Early Access. This is Dreamlit’s very first game launch. In Towers of Aghasba, the Shimu tribe return to their homeland of Aghasba, where they fled from 50 years ago when the withered invaded and wreaked havoc on everything in its path. Despite the ravaged state of the land, the Shimu are intent on reclaiming their home and rebuilding their civilization. You are tasked to be a junior architect to aid in this endeavour.
Every player’s experience of Aghasba will be different based on how they choose to build up their settlements and grow their ecosystems. In fact, you can even invite up to three friends to your island to show off the sprawling villages you’ve built and the ecosystems brimming with unique plants and creatures you’ve nurtured. Your friends may also have unique items and decorations that you may want to trade with! Explore the secrets of Aghasba together and team up to take on formidable, withered monsters if you so dare to!
Check out the gameplay trailer below. You can find full information on Towers of Aghasbahere.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins
First announced back in May, the team at Koei Tecmo and Omega Force were ecstatic to hear from fans worldwide who have been waiting to experience the next evolution of Dynasty Warriors. Today, the studio is excited to confirm that Dynasty Warriors Origins will be available on January 17, 2025!
To celebrate the release date news, they have also showcased a brand-new trailer. For more information on gameplay and characters, check out the PlayStation Blog.
