God of War Laufey, Wolverine, Control Resonant, More Among Biggest Announcements at PlayStation State of Play

Sony used its latest PlayStation State of Play showcase to kick off Summer Game Fest season with a packed lineup of PS5 announcements. The presentation delivered first-party reveals, extended gameplay demos, release dates, surprise returns, and updates on several highly anticipated titles.

The livestream aired on June 2 and ran for more than an hour, featuring what Sony described as "more than 60 minutes of updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals from top studios around the world."

God of War Laufey Officially Revealed

Sony ended the showcase with one of its biggest announcements: God of War Laufey. Developed by Santa Monica Studio, the upcoming PS5 exclusive shifts the spotlight away from Kratos and instead puts players in control of Faye, also known as Laufey.

The debut trailer showcased a faster combat system focused on agility, magical abilities, and aerial movement. Unlike Kratos' heavy-hitting style, Laufey appears to rely on speed and spell-based attacks. The footage also introduced several unusual companions and creatures, including a giant six-legged flying cat and a talking gelatinous cube named Phranque.

Sony did not announce a release date, but the game is confirmed for PlayStation 5.

Marvel's Wolverine Gets Extended Gameplay Showcase

Insomniac Games delivered the longest gameplay demonstration of the event with nearly seven minutes of footage from Marvel's Wolverine.

Launching exclusively on PS5 on September 15, the game features Logan in his classic yellow costume as he hunts enemies across multiple environments. The gameplay focused heavily on brutal melee combat, environmental traversal, stealth sequences, and Wolverine's regenerative abilities.

The demo also highlighted a more mature tone, featuring graphic combat and heavy use of blood effects. Sony originally announced the game in 2021, making this one of the most anticipated first-party releases on PlayStation's upcoming calendar.

Control Resonant Receives September Release Date

Remedy Entertainment confirmed that Control Resonant will launch on September 24, 2026.

The sequel follows Dylan Faden, who takes over as the primary protagonist inside the Federal Bureau of Control. According to Remedy creative director Mikael Kasurinen, Dylan will be the sole playable character, although Jesse Faden remains an important part of the narrative.

The latest trailer teased new paranormal threats, shifting environments, and expanded reality-bending mechanics that build upon the foundation established by the original Control.

Horror Fans Have Plenty to Look Forward To

Konami showcased a new trailer for Silent Hill Townfall, offering a closer look at its atmosphere and gameplay direction. Unlike Silent Hill 2 Remake and Silent Hill F, Townfall appears to pursue a different narrative structure and horror style. The game launches on September 24.

Sony also announced a new Until Dawn sequel scheduled for 2027. The upcoming entry retains the series' interactive horror format but introduces a completely new cast, story, and location.

Despite recent uncertainty surrounding the project, Bungie's Marathon made an appearance during the showcase. Sony confirmed Season 2 for the extraction shooter, signaling continued support for the title as PlayStation attempts to strengthen its live-service portfolio.

Action Games Deliver New Gameplay and DemosTomb Raider Reboot Delayed Into 2027

Sony confirmed that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis has been delayed. Originally expected to launch in 2026, the game will now arrive on February 12, 2027. The move places additional distance between the title and other major releases expected next year, including Grand Theft Auto VI.

Capcom revealed additional gameplay footage from Onimusha: Way of the Sword and confirmed a September launch window. Players can also try the game immediately, as a playable demo became available following the presentation.

Developed under the direction of The Evil Within artist Ikumi Nakamura, Kemuri: Hunt the Unseen received a new trailer showcasing fast-paced traversal, supernatural enemies, and stylish combat. The title remains on track for a 2027 release.

Bandai Namco confirmed that Ace Combat 8 will launch on October 2. The new trailer combined large-scale aerial combat with cinematic storytelling sequences, continuing the formula that has defined the long-running flight combat franchise.

Survival and Sci-Fi Games Expand the Line-Up

The open-world survival game Dune: Awakening will launch on PS5 on September 22. The console version introduces a new single-player mode while retaining the large-scale survival systems set on Arrakis.

The Lost Wild: True Fear Is Primal returned with a fresh trailer. Inspired by classic dinosaur survival concepts, the game remains scheduled for a 2027 release.

Platforming and Fighting Games Join the Showcase

Rayman Legends Retold Announced

Ubisoft unveiled Rayman Legends Retold, a modern 3D reimagining of the beloved 2013 platformer. The game launches on August 27.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Returns

The upcoming 2D fighting game made another appearance with fresh gameplay footage and is expected to showcase Sony's latest arcade fight stick hardware.

Indie Corner: Bancho the Chef Revealed

One of the more unexpected announcements was Bancho the Chef, a prequel to Dave the Diver. The game explores Bancho's life before joining the original adventure and focuses on his journey to becoming a professional chef. Sony did not announce a release window.

State of Play Sets the Stage for Summer Game Fest

This year's State of Play successfully established momentum heading into Summer Game Fest. Between the reveal of God of War Laufey, the extensive Wolverine gameplay showcase, Control Resonant's release date, and updates on Silent Hill, Tomb Raider, Dune, and Ace Combat, Sony delivered one of its most content-packed presentations in recent memory.

With multiple major PS5 exclusives arriving over the next 18 months, PlayStation enters the second half of 2026 with a considerably stronger software roadmap.

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