From God of War to Until Dawn - seven reveals from last night’s PlayStation event

Key Points:

• PlayStation’s game sales have declined from 54.1 million copies in 2018 to 32.1 million in 2025, despite the PS5’s strong sales and profitability. Sony has faced setbacks with some live-service game bets and is increasingly limiting PC releases to maintain exclusivity.
• Upcoming PlayStation titles include high-profile games such as Marvel’s Wolverine (September 2026), Silent Hill: Townfall (September 2026), Onimusha: Way of the Sword (September 2026), and a remake of the original Tomb Raider (February 2027), signaling a mix of new adaptations and nostalgic revivals.
• A major highlight is God of War: Laufey, announced for an unspecified 2027 release, featuring a new playable protagonist and promising a visually spectacular experience with fresh narrative perspectives within the franchise.
• Other notable releases include Ace Combat’s latest installment (October 2026), Control: Resonant (September 2026), Rayman Legends Retold (October 2026), and several horror and action games slated for 2027, showcasing diverse genres and gameplay styles.
• In broader gaming news, Valve’s Steam Deck price has surged by over 40%, and CD Projekt Red plans new content for The Witcher 3 in 2027; meanwhile, Nintendo launched a quirky smartphone game, Pictonico, blending photo-based microgames with humor and absurdity.