E3 2017: Sony Conference Round-Up
Sony aren't letting anyone forget about PlayStation this year with their E3 2017 conference, featuring some meaty new footage and reveals.
New Announcements
• Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds - PlayStation 4
"Coming later this year, E3 gave us a first look at Aloy’s next adventure in The Frozen Wilds – the first major expansion to Horizon Zero Dawn. Opening up the far North of the map inhabited by the hardy Banuk tribe, this additional chapter of Aloy’s story sees her equipped with new weapons and armour, an expanded skill tree – and new, ferocious machines to face."
Release: TBA 2017
• Monster Hunter: World - PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
"Monster Hunter: World™ introduces a living, breathing ecosystem in which players strive to become the ultimate hunter. Explore a vast new continent and slay terrifying monsters in heart-pounding co-op battles for up to four players."
Release: 2018
Known Upcoming Games
• Days Gone - PlayStation 4
"Take on the role of former outlaw biker Deacon St. John: a drifter, a bounty hunter, a wandering vestige of humanity. In world devastated by a global pandemic St. John eschews the ‘safe’ wilderness encampments set up by mankind’s last survivors and takes his chances on the broken roads."
"Set against the scarred, volcanic backdrop of the Pacific Northwest, Days Gone invites you to explore a world ravaged by degenerate human monsters known only as Freakers. Fight your way across the desolate landscape in search of supply, resources and, above all else, a reason to go on."
Release: TBA
• Destiny 2 - PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
"Humanity’s last safe city has fallen. The brutal commander of the Red Legion, Ghaul, has led an overwhelming force to victory, stripping the city’s Guardians of their power. As one of the remaining survivors, you must venture to mysterious, unexplored worlds of our solar system to discover an arsenal of weapons and devastating new combat abilities. It’s up to you to lead the fightback, Guardian – don’t let us down…"
Release: September 6th, 2017
• Detroit: Become Human - PlayStation 4
"Enter a tense vision of future Detroit where humans and androids maintain a fragile co-existence and the decisions that you make build the story around you. Explore the numerous possible fates of each character and guide them through a branching narrative that forces them to confront complex personal dilemmas and ultimately question the very nature of their existence."
"Each decision you make drives the story ahead resulting in consequences both minor and catastrophic. A poorly judged situation could cost someone their life and no-one gets a second chance. Think carefully about the moves you make, stay alert and try to stay alive – the instinct to survive, after all, is what makes us human."
Release: TBA
• Everybody's Golf - PlayStation 4
"Ready for a round of everybody’s favourite golf series? Step on to the fairway for a unique blend of deep golf mechanics and quirky visual style that the beloved franchise is known for. Entering the clubhouse is a variety of new features, including the chance to create and customise your own golfer, with an assortment of tasks to play and level up their skills with."
"Fancy a stroll around the green? Hop into a golf kart and explore the free-roaming courses, interacting with other online players, jumping into mini-games and unlocking new tasks, tournaments and rewards."
Release: August 30th, 2017
• God of War - PlayStation 4
"The God of War has changed… and this is not the Kratos you know."
"A difficult and unfamiliar road awaits as you explore a stunning retelling of a classic story. Join Kratos as he adventures through a deep and reflective journey of growth, violence and the desire to become a better man for the sake of his son. In a world of monsters, dragons and gods, the weight of responsibility rests heavy on your shoulders – and when your life is filled with blood and chaos, how can you prevent the mistakes of the past in order to protect your future?"
Release: Q1 2018
• Gran Turismo Sport - PlayStation 4
"The award-winning Real Driving Simulator series speeds onto PlayStation 4 for the first time, putting you on course for high octane thrills to truly get your pulse racing. Sharing the wheel with FIA (Federation Internationale de l'Automobile), Polyphony Digital has engineered a finely tuned and accessible game that everyone from casual drivers to petrol heads can enjoy."
"Buckle up for two online championships – represent your country in the Nations Cup, and drive on behalf of your favourite car maker in the Manufacturer’s Cup. Can you claim a historic victory in the first video game to be officially recognized as part of the real motoring world?"
Release: Q4 2017
• Knack 2 - PlayStation 4
"It’s time to think big with the smallest hero on the block. Welcome to a fun-filled and hugely varied world of combat, platforming and puzzles, where the size shifting hero Knack is powered up and ready to save the day."
"Shrink to traverse tight passageways, sneak into tiny entrances and dodge enemy attacks, or add to Knack’s mass and become a colossal golem capable of smashing your foes. Unleash over 20 different moves, from dazzling kicks and punches, to devastating body slams and long range grab attacks."
Release: September 6th, 2017
• Matterfall - PlayStation 4
"Transport yourself to the vertical cities of a distant future and fight for control of a mysterious “smart matter” that is overrunning your world – and giving rise to hordes of matter infected enemies."
"Harness your aerial agility with extreme leaps and slides as you blast through relentless waves of foes. Use an arsenal of matter infused weapons to take down your enemies and manipulate the smart matter that surrounds you to use every environment to your advantage in epic locations including the Fortuna City, Hydroponics and Matter Mines."
Release: August 15th, 2017
• Shadow of the Colossus - PlayStation 4
"Helmed by Bluepoint Games, the emotion, intensity and beauty of Fumito Ueda’s original adventure has been given a staggering makeover. With improved visuals and enhanced performance, every epic moment is more breathtaking and memorable than ever before."
"Set on a quest to bring a girl back to life, your task is to bring down 16 gigantic beasts. Armed with only your wits, a magical sword and a bow, venture out into expansive landscapes on the back of your trusty steed and seek out each Colossus. But be warned – while each giant has a specific weakness, finding and exploiting it will be far from simple. A thrilling mixture of exploration, platforming, puzzle-solving and action awaits…"
Release: 2018
• Spider-Man - PlayStation 4
"Starring the world’s most iconic Super Hero, Spider-Man PS4 (working title) features the acrobatic abilities, improvisation and web-slinging that the wall-crawler is famous for, while also introducing elements never-before-seen in a Spider-Man game. From traversing with parkour and utilizing the environment, to new combat and blockbuster set pieces, it’s Spider-Man unlike any you’ve played before."
"Marvel and Insomniac Games have teamed up to create a brand-new and authentic Spider-Man story. This isn’t the Spider-Man you’ve met before, or seen in a movie. This is an experienced Peter Parker who’s more masterful at fighting big crime in New York City. At the same time he’s struggling to balance his chaotic personal life and career while the fate of nine million New Yorkers rests upon his shoulders."
Release: TBA
• Uncharted: The Lost Legacy - PlayStation 4
"From the critically acclaimed developer behind hits such as The Last of Us and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, comes a thrilling new voyage of high-octane action and pulse-pounding peril."
"In order to recover a fabled ancient Indian artefact and keep it out of the hands of a ruthless war profiteer, Chloe Frazer must enlist the aid of renowned mercenary Nadine Ross – last seen in Uncharted 4: A Thief's End."
"Together, they’ll venture deep into the mountains of India, learn to work together to unearth the mystery of the artefact, fight their way through fierce opposition and prevent the region from falling into chaos…"
Release: August 23rd, 2017
PlayStation VR Games
• Bravo Team - PlayStation 4
"Supermassive Games gave us a blast of excitement with its first-person shooter that’s exclusive to PS VR. Thrusting you and a partner into hostile territory with no backup, use your DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, PS Move controller or the PS VR aim controller to make every shot count, and use head movements to lean around corners and take cover from enemy fire."
"Bringing even more realism to Bravo Team is the ability to talk tactics with your online partner or use hand gestures in-game to coordinate with a computer-controlled teammate as you go on the attack."
Release: TBA
• No Heroes Allowed! - PlayStation 4
"Become the God of Destruction in a unique real time strategy game utilizing PlayStation VR. Breed monsters to invade human territories, seen in a diorama-like view through the eyes of the God of Destruction. Together with Badman and Badmella, work towards total world domination."
"Begin your quest by raising monsters and using them to invade human territories, vanquish the defending heroes and bring the human bases under your control. As a God, the player must maintain an ecosystem through a food chain of breeding weaker monsters to feed invading monsters. The player can interfere with this chain of life and death to raise monsters however they like in their attempts to conquer the world."
Release: TBA 2017
• The Inpatient - PlayStation 4
"Nightmarish psychological horror The Inpatient straps you within the terrifying confines of Blackwood Pines Sanatorium – set 60 years before the never-shredding events of PS4 smash hit Until Dawn. It’s up to you to puzzle your way through this strange medical facility, making story changing choices to untangle a plot of intrigue, conspiracy and moral dilemmas where every move matters."
Release: TBA
PlayLink Party Gamers
• Hidden Agenda - PlayStation 4
"A narrative-driven crime thriller designed for multiple players to decide the next course of action using their smartphones. Connected to the game via Sony's PlayLink feature, your Android or iOS device lets you act on information maybe not available to other players and to vote on what happens as the story unfolds."
Release: TBA 2017
