PlayStation.Blog Report: Hands-On Experience at Summer Game Fest 2025

The crew from PlayStation Blog? They hit up LA again for Summer Game Fest Play Days, diving into an array of PS5 games. Here’s the scoop!

Crimson Desert | Coming 2025

Pearl Abyss is back with Crimson Desert. They’re mixing up melee combat in this epic world. Think Soul Calibur vibes, not Dark Souls. It’s wild — leaps, slices, elemental magic. Oh, and there’s this artillery flare thing. Familiar sights pop up, like horse summoning. Claims you need two hours to traverse? Big promises.

Crisol: Theater of Idols | Coming 2025

Blumhouse Games and Vermila Studios present Crisol. Picture surreal steampunk Spain, fighting animatronic horrors while using your blood for ammo. Yep, it’s intense. Survived by a hair, I did. Gabriel’s journey is something to watch for — terrifyingly gorgeous.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 | Coming August 5

Sega’s onto something here. Perfect timing with a movie and anime success. Follows multiple arcs, with new battle antics. Versus Mode? It stands alone, with all Hashira and demons playable. Seriously, worth a go if you’re a fan.

Directive 8020 | Coming October 2

From Supermassive Games, a horror adventure in space — and choices matter, big time. Played twice, saw odd morphing clones causing chaos. Choices lead to different paths, there’s a Turning Points system to backtrack. The suspense, the drama — it’s good stuff.

FBC: Firebreak | Coming June 17

Remedy dives into co-op chaos with Firebreak. Set in the Control universe, you’re against Hiss invaders. Teamwork stuff, really — Crisis Kits and stackable abilities jazz it up. There’s post-launch content too. It’s organized mayhem.

Grave Seasons | Coming 2025

A farming sim meets horror in Grave Seasons. Solve the town’s mystery, maybe. Each playthrough reveals new twists — the killer’s romanceable. Didn’t plant my carrots, but the suspense kept me hooked.

Mixtape | Coming 2025

Annapurna and Beethoven & Dinosaur bring you Mixtape. Music isn’t just music here — it’s a life soundtrack. Stacy Rockford’s story is vibrant, emotional. DEVO, Silverchair — oh, the memories they ignite.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance | Coming August 29

Sega and Lizardcube revive Shinobi. Joe Musashi versus ENE Corp. It’s shadowy exploration with new techniques for surprise attacks. Boss fights are precise and grueling. Nostalgia with a twist.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds | Coming September 25

Sega’s up to speed with Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. Mixing arcade racing with Sonic’s history, world warping, and surprise rivals. Each race is unique, the dynamics are thrilling. Mechanics cater to both fans and racers alike.

Stay tuned for these titles and more at Summer Game Fest — a PlayStation blast awaits!