Playstation State of Play 2022

PlayStation State of Play 2022 – Announcement & New Game Highlights

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During the PlayStation State of Play 2022 presentation, Sony officially dropped its biggest announcement about the upcoming PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR2 games. Sony’s PlayStation broadcast the 30-minute Livestream of news and updates from the PlayStation world last Thursday on Youtube and Twitch.

On the Livestream, they revealed some popular PlayStation exclusive games to be released on the Playstation VR2. Surprisingly, the most-awaited Horizon Call of the Mountain and the Horizon Forbidden West virtual-reality game adventure is included in the list. In addition to that, the new looks and features of PlayStation video games Final Fantasy 16, Resident Evil 4 Remake, God of War Ragnarok, Street Fighter 6, No Man’s Sky, Little Devil Inside, Stray, and more are also revealed.

If you have watched the 30-minute running Livestream, it has so much to offer, so it is not easy to process everything at once. To help you with that, we provide here the highlights and newest announcements during the PlayStation State of Play 2022.

Horizon Call Of The Mountain – Brings You a New Experience in the Horizon World

The latest State of Play gave us a sneak peek of the new game features of the Horizon Call Of The Mountain. The said game is soon to take a leap on the PSVR2 version, which will surely be loved by many.

The first-person POV game lets you play the role of Ryas, a former Shadow Carja Warrior, who is set on a mission to investigate a grave new threat. Just like in the previous two games, you can still use the bow to take down all the approaching robotic enemies. Another exciting mode called River Ride will also make newcomers’ VR experience worthwhile.

Horizon Forbidden Forest update
Image Source: PlayStation State of Play – Official Full Presentation (June 2022)

 

Resident Evil 4 Remake & Appearance on VR

After the Resident Evil 2 and Resident 3 remakes were released, another much-anticipated Resident Evil 4 remake is about to launch on March 23, 2023. During the State of Play on Thursday, Capcom disclosed that Resident Evil Village is soon to appear on PlayStation VR 2. In which you can virtually visit its world, lift and move your arms to maximize the game.

Also, the game will allow you to choose any weapons that you can hold in each of your hands for more exciting combat tactics. Although Capcom announced making some changes to the original version’s storyline, it confirmed that it would not change its essence.

Street Fighter 6 to Hit PS5 and PS4 in 2023

Following its announcement about the Resident Evil 4 remake, Capcom also opened a new door for Street Fighter 6. Although details about the new season leaked a few months ago, Capcom only revealed the full gameplay features at Sony’s State of Play event. The new version features a more realistic and competitive battle with outstanding visual design and free-roaming gameplay. Also, fan-favorite characters like Chun-Li, Luke, Ryu, and newcomer Jamie will make an appearance in the newest version.
Street Fighter Chun Li

 

Stray Cat Game to be Set Free on July

Cyberpunk announced that the long-awaited adorable cat adventure game, Stray, is soon to release on July 19. It will be available on both PS5 and PS4. Cyberpunk also revealed that Stray is free for users who have subscribed to the Premium and Extra tier PS Plus subscription service. So, you will surely love to take on the role of a cute backpack-wearing cat wandering along the rooftops in the robot-infested city.

Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered to Swing on PC this 2022

The Insomniac Studio finally announced that the hit Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered is coming to PC this 2022. Insomniac discussed that it would appear on Steam and Epic Games Store. The release date of the Spider-Man Remastered PC game version is on August 12. It also revealed that Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered would feature all downloadable content from the PlayStation 5 version.
Spiderman Flying

 

No Man’s Sky is Soon to Fly on PlayStation PSVR2

Although Hello Games failed with the original Man’s Sky PSVR version, it still continues to surprise the public with its newest announcement. Fortunately, the version of its space exploration title for PlayStation VR 2 will soon launch with the most updated features. Hopefully, the updated specs of the new PlayStation system can make the gameplay more engaging compared to the previous version.

Final Fantasy 16 is Coming on PS5

The last game on the announcement list is one of the most-awaited games, Final Fantasy XVI. The action-oriented combat game is coming to PS5 in the Summer season next year. The new trailer revealed more story beats in the land of Valisthea. Embark with Clive and his companions in the land full of rumblings of chaos.

The new season offers more detailed, loud, and compelling nation wars. The combats become more intense as it continues, and the Giant monsters seem more undefeatable. But that is a clear indicator that the next mainline Final Fantasy Game has something worthwhile to offer.
Final Fantasy Game

 

Which PlayStation State of Play 2022 Highlights is Your Favorite?

Among those announcements on the wide selections of PlayStation exclusive games, which one captures your heart the most? Feel free to share your sentiments in the comment section below. You may also discuss other important highlights of Sony’s State of Play 2022 that we forgot to include here. Stay tuned!