PlayStation Showcase 2023: Sony Announces New Gaming Titles and Their Big Event

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PlayStation Showcase brings new Sony content every year, and 2023 was a greatly expected event. With new projects coming in 2023 and further down the line, PlayStation players have something to look forward to. Besides PlayStation exclusives, the show presented us with third-party and indie titles, which are really intriguing, but Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2 was the most expected part of the showcase.

Besides Sony, Bungie, Capcom, Ubisoft, and Konami had some exciting news for their fans, who are mostly satisfied with the whole show. In this article, we will list all presented projects and mention the ones that were most expected by the gaming community.

All projects announced at the PlayStation Showcase

Before we mention the best parts of the event, let’s list all projects announced last night:

  1. Fairgame$ (multiplayer heist game) – Haven Studios – release date: TBD
  2. Helldrivers 2 (multiplayer shooter) – Arrowhead Game Studios – release date: 2023
  3. Immortals of Aveum (single-player first-person shooter) – Electronic Arts and Ascendant Studios – release date: July 2023
  4. Ghostrunner 2 – (hardcore FPP slasher) – 505 Games and One More Level – release date: end of 2023
  5. Phantom Blade 0(third-person slasher) – S-Game – release date: TBD
  6. Sword of the Sea (surfing adventure game) – Giant Squid Studios – release date: TBD
  7. The Talos Principle 2 (first-person puzzle game) – Croteam – release date: 2023
  8. Neva (puzzle cinematic game) – Nomada Studios – release date: 2024
  9. Foamstars (multiplayer party shooter) – Square Enix – release date: TBD
  10. The Plucky Squire (2D/3D adventure game) – Devolver Digital – release date: TBD
  11. Teardown (destruction sandbox game/console version) – Tuxedo Labs – release date: 2023
  12. Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater (action-adventure stealth game/remaster) – Konami – release date: TBD
  13. Towers of Aghasba (open-world fantasy game) – Dreamlit Inc. – release date: TBD
  14. Final Fantasy 16 (action role-playing game) – Square Enix – release date: June 22, 2023
  15. Alan Wake 2 (single-player psychological survival horror) – Remedy Entertainment – release date: October 17, 2023
  16. Assassin’s Creed Mirage (action-adventure game) – Ubisoft – release date: October 12, 2023
  17. Revenant Hill (life simulator game) – The Glory Society – release date: TBD
  18. Dragon’s Dogma 2 (fantasy role-playing game) – Capcom – release date: TBD
  19. Resident Evil 4 (VR version of the game) – Capcom – release date: TBD
  20. Marathon (PvP extraction shooter) – Bungie – release date: TBD
  21. Concord (PvP multiplayer game) – Firewalk Studios – release date: 2024
  22. Gran Turismo (upcoming movie) – Columbia Pictures and PlayStation Productions – release date: August 11, 2023
  23. Project Q (play-based handheld device) – release date: end of 2023
  24. PlayStation earbuds (accessories) – release date: 2023
  25. Spider-Man 2 (action-adventure game) – Insomniac Games – release date: Fall 2023

As you can see, from AAA titles to new PlayStation accessories, have been introduced in the last night’s showcase. Each project was important in its own way, but there are a few that are worth discussing a bit further.

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New Alan Wake comes back after thirteen years

Remedy Entertainment announced the sequel for their horror game from 2010, Alan Wake. This particular sequel is made from scratch for the adaptation to the new generation of consoles, and it will introduce dual narratives, which will diversify the game more.

It’s been thirteen years since the original Alan Wake, and his story will continue on October 17, 2023.

Capcom announced Resident Evil 4 VR version

If you thought that the horror adventure of Resident Evil 4 was scary, wait until the VR version of the game gets released. This remake of the successful Capcom game was extremely popular this year, and it seems that the VR edition of the game will attract more interest from the players.

The release date is not confirmed yet, but Capcom announced that the VR Mode would be free for players who own the game on their PlayStation 5 consoles as VR2-exclusive DLC.

New Assassins Creed is underway

Ubisoft introduced their new sequel to one of their most notable franchises, Assassin’s Creed Mirage.

This particular game follows a new protagonist named Basim, and the story is set before the events of ‘Assassin’s Creed Vallhala.’ The game looks really good, but the until we see the full game, we won’t know if the developers added more than one new content to the game – as the one we see in the video above.

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Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater got many old-school fans excited

The remaster of the successful Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater game from 2004 is on the way and will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive. We still don’t know the concrete release date of this popular title.

However, seeing Kojima’s masterpiece being refreshed and brought back to win over new fans is what makes the old-school fans really excited – Big Boss will come back.

Long awaited Insomniac’s Spider-Man sequel made fans really excited

This particular gameplay trailer got fans really excited. After two great Spider-Man games that followed Peter Parker and Miles Morales, Spider-Man 2 will be the game where the player will play with multiple characters.

Also, Symbiote Spider-Man will be featured in the game, and frankly, I wish I had PlayStation 5 in my possession. Multiple new characters from Marvel Comics were introduced, and the new, upgraded open-world gameplay will feature the city of New York once again.

You can recognize other great titles from the list, like Final Fantasy XVI and Bungie’s Marathon. Sony even introduced their upcoming handheld console that will most likely rival Nintendo Switch, indicating more exciting things to come until the end of 2023.

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Diablo IV’s First Big Patch Introduces Class Balance & Buffs for Underperforming Classes

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Diablo IV received its first big patch for all platforms, and great emphasis has been put on underperforming classes. 

The aim of the patch was to strike a balance between making players feel powerful and maintaining the health and integrity of the game. Devs acknowledged that certain class builds are overly powerful and disrupt the intended combat experience, while some classes were severely underperforming compared to their OP counterparts. 

“While we want players to both feel and be truly powerful, some Class builds, and synergies are outside of our bounds for what is reasonable for the health of the game, so we are reducing their effectiveness. As an example, we generally want to avoid creating situations where players can survive unreasonably high amounts of damage for long periods of time because it too greatly warps our vision for how combat should be in Diablo IV. ” 

Barbarina was affected by changes with, among other changes, damage reduction from 4 % to 2 %. Druid was affected by similar changes seeing damage reduction across several abilities, including duration reduction for “Grizzly Rage.” Necromancer, in turn, received a damage buff and reduction of cooldowns across several abilities. Rogue has drastic changes in terms of cooldown, which will significantly affect the damage output.

Other minor changes include significantly reduced the spawn rate of Treasure Goblins within PvP zones and several other bug fixes and small improvements. 

You can read the full patch notes on the official Diablo pages.

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Minecraft 1.20 Update ‘Trails & Tales’ Has an Official Release Date

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Following a lengthy silence, fans of the planetary popular sandbox game Minecraft can rejoice as the release date for the long-awaited ‘Trails & Tales’ update has been revealed. 

‘Trails & Tales’ will arrive on June 7, 2023, Mojang revealed on social media.

The ‘Trails & Tales’ Update introduces several new features to Minecraft 1.20. It includes a new biome called the cherry grove, which is rare but beautiful with its pink appearance. Two new wood sets, bamboo and cherry, will be added, allowing players to craft and build with them. The bamboo wood set includes a raft that can be crafted with or without a chest.

A new mob called the camel will be introduced, which can be ridden by one or two players. The camel has long legs that allow it to travel anywhere, providing a safe mode of transportation as melee mobs cannot reach the rider. 

The second mob added to the game is the Sniffer. This was decided during Minecraft’s 2022 community mob vote. This gentle giant was once extinct but can now be brought back to the Overworld by finding its eggs, hatching them, and watching the snifflet grow into a full-grown sniffer. 

Cherry Blossom biome Minecraft

Players will also be able to share their stories through wearable storytelling. Armor trims are being added, which can be found in different dimensions of Minecraft. These trims can be dyed in ten different colors and added to armor using a smithing table, allowing players to showcase their victories and accomplishments to others.

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New features also include the ability to hang signs, providing a way to leave notes for friends or deceive enemies. Players can now create playable mob sounds by placing a mob head, including the new piglin mob head, on a note block. 

For those who want to document their adventures, a new chiseled bookshelf will be added, where players can safely store books, enchanted books, and even books and quills. Redstone can be added to the bookshelf for added movement, creating a dynamic library experience.

The update also brings calibrated skulk sensors, which are more sensitive and offer exciting possibilities for redstone contraptions.

The ‘Trails & Tales’ update will be available for download on June 7 for Minecraft: Java Edition on Windows, macOS, and Linux; and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, and Chromebook. 

You can find out more about the update on the official Minecraft site. 

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Valentina Kraljik is a writer and editor at Game Horizon with a deep love for everything related to video games. With a degree in Information Sciences, she brings a well-informed and unique perspective to her work. Valentina's writing is known for covering a wide range of video game genres, but she truly shines in her expertise in open-world RPGs. From offbeat euro-jank games like "Gothic" to critically acclaimed titles like "The Witcher," Valentina is well-versed in this exciting genre. Her passion for imaginative storytelling is reflected in the topics she writes about, with favorites like "Disco Elysium," "Elder Scrolls: Morrowind," "World of Warcraft," and "Mass Effect" influencing her tastes in games. Even though nothing beats a good high-fantasy setting, she often wanders into the realm of first-person shooters, occasionally even hitting the target. With a commitment to objectivity and insightful analysis, Valentina strives to bring a fresh perspective to the subjects she covers, even when exploring genres that may be unfamiliar to her. Her blend of academic rigor and creative flair sets her apart in the world of media writing.

Blizzard Celebrates ‘Diablo: Immortal’ 1-Year Anniversary with Diablo IV-themed Crossover

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June 2023 is bound to be an exciting one for all Diablo: Immortal players as the game finally reaches its 1-year milestone, and in honor of that, Blizzard has something special in store.

A special crossover event will launch, celebrating both the successful MMORPG and the upcoming addition to the franchise. Players can look forward to a new class, zone, quests, cosmetics & more, as Blizzard announced in its blog post. 

Merciless Monstrosity event, Children of Lilith Battle Pass, and Hatred’s Heritage Phantom Market are just some of the features arriving to the game in early June. A new zone will open up for exploration called Ancients’ Cradle. This will be part of the next phase of the main storyline, starting in mid-June. As you explore the island, you will encounter a new player-versus-player (PvP) zone event, engaging side quests, challenging bounties, and different types of enemies. 

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New Class has also been announced but won’t go live until July. Blizzard was a bit more mysterious, with the description offering only a glimpse into what the team has in store for us. 

New Class Diablo Immortal

“This Class bleeds new blood into the Diablo universe with its appearance in Immortal and favors a mid-range playstyle using a classic weapon type.”

All of this is ahead of the Diablo IV launch scheduled for June 6, 2023. The game is highly anticipated, and the fans will see the return of some of the most popular features that made the original so addicting, including re-playable dungeons generated procedurally and character development focused on acquiring loot. 

The game will also introduce an open world for exploration and player-versus-player (PVP) interactions. Players can choose from five playable classes: Barbarian, Sorcerer, Druid, Rogue, and Necromancer. They will guide their characters through quests and combat in the world of Sanctuary, which has seen the resurrection of the demon Lilith.

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Valentina Kraljik is a writer and editor at Game Horizon with a deep love for everything related to video games. With a degree in Information Sciences, she brings a well-informed and unique perspective to her work. Valentina's writing is known for covering a wide range of video game genres, but she truly shines in her expertise in open-world RPGs. From offbeat euro-jank games like "Gothic" to critically acclaimed titles like "The Witcher," Valentina is well-versed in this exciting genre. Her passion for imaginative storytelling is reflected in the topics she writes about, with favorites like "Disco Elysium," "Elder Scrolls: Morrowind," "World of Warcraft," and "Mass Effect" influencing her tastes in games. Even though nothing beats a good high-fantasy setting, she often wanders into the realm of first-person shooters, occasionally even hitting the target. With a commitment to objectivity and insightful analysis, Valentina strives to bring a fresh perspective to the subjects she covers, even when exploring genres that may be unfamiliar to her. Her blend of academic rigor and creative flair sets her apart in the world of media writing.

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