Leading video game publisher 505 Games and developer One More Level announced at this year’s PlayStation Showxase their sequel, the first-person cyberpunk-action thriller Ghostrunner 2.

Set one year after the critically acclaimed sci-fi smash, Ghostrunner 2 sees cyber ninja protagonist Jack emerging from the deathtrap of Dharma Tower for the first time to explore the sprawling wasteland beyond.

Featuring intense fast-paced-push-forward combat, and deeply challenging gameplay, the sequel promises to up the ante from the original in every conceivable way, including, for the first time, vehicular combat as Jack takes to the wastelands on his new motorcycle.

Bursting with new powers, upgradeable abilities, traversal mechanics, an expanded narrative, deeper world building, and devilish new enemies, Ghostrunner 2 is the ultimate power fantasy…  every kill will be earned. Adapt to, and master the gameplay as only a cyber ninja would. Be under no illusion… blood will run.

Accompanied by a killer synthwave soundtrack, Ghostrunner 2 is released later in 2023.

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Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) today delighted fans with a PlayStation Showcase packed with exciting content and impressive new game reveals.

Representing a wide range of gameplay genres and artistic visions, the show’s array of new and upcoming PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR2, and PC titles reaffirmed SIE’s commitment to the quality and breadth of its catalogue.

The software lineup paid tribute to gaming’s rich history as well, featuring iconic game franchises like Metal Gear Solid and Resident Evil, and sequels to fan favourites like Dragon’s Dogma, Alan Wake and Arizona Sunshine. The Showcase also offered the first look at the new Project Q device for playing PS5 games via Remote Play and PlayStation’s first official wireless earbuds.

Already known for its deep library of narrative-driven single-player titles, PlayStation Studios today unveiled a first look at three ambitious new multiplayer projects for PlayStation 5 and PC: Fairgame$ from Haven Studios, as well as Concord from Firewalk Studios (launching in 2024). Meanwhile, Arrowhead Game Studios took gamers back to a beloved cooperative sci-fi shooter world with Helldivers 2, releasing this year. In addition, Bungie, who became a part of SIE in July 2022, announced a new game – Marathon – a sci-fi extraction shooter and the first entirely new Bungie project in a decade. The studio also unveiled the next major expansion for Destiny 2, titled The Final Shape, which will be the epic conclusion of Destiny’s decade-long
Light & Darkness saga.

The Showcase also boasted an array of reveals from the industry’s most celebrated third-party publishers such as Capcom, EA, Konami, Square Enix, and others, plus beloved indies like Dreamlit Games, Devolver Digital, Giant Squid, Kepler Interactive and more. Fans also got major updates for highly anticipated titles like Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Street Fighter 6, and Final Fantasy XVI. Strong developer support for PlayStation VR2 continues, with a surprise launch for the global phenomenon Beat Saber, plus announcements for Synapse, Arizona Sunshine 2, Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2, Resident Evil 4 VR Mode, and Crossfire: Sierra Squad.

The show culminated with a new in-depth preview of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the hotly-anticipated action blockbuster from Insomniac Games coming to PlayStation 5 this fall.

The breathtaking new footage highlighted the game’s richer, more detailed environments, and demonstrated how players can seamlessly switch between Peter Parker and Miles Morales as they master unique skills and face off against exciting new villains such as Kraven the Hunter and Lizard.

In addition to highlighting its robust software roadmap, SIE also announced Project Q, a dedicated device launching later this year that enables you to play any compatible game installed on your PS5 console using Remote Play over Wi-Fi

With a vibrant 8-inch LCD screen capable of up to 1080p resolution at 60fps, the device delivers crisp visuals and smooth gameplay streamed from your PS5 when you’re away from your TV. All of the buttons and features of the DualSense wireless controller, including adaptive triggers and haptic feedback, are featured on the device.

PlayStation’s first-ever official wireless earbuds were also revealed, bringing next-generation audio immersion to PS5 as well as PC, along with connectivity to smartphones via Bluetooth.

Launching later this year, the earbuds will feature new wireless technology developed by SIE, and will deliver lossless audio with low latency for a high-quality audio experience. Additional details about both accessories will be announced in the coming months.

“Our fans expect and deserve a steady cadence of amazing content. Today’s presentation demonstrates our unwavering commitment to offering them the best and most varied catalog of games possible,” said Jim Ryan, President and CEO of SIE. “It also highlights the tremendous popularity and power of the PS5 as the global development community rallies to push its advanced capabilities to the limit. We’re investing heavily in the future with innovative best-in-class hardware like PlayStation VR2 and the newly revealed Project Q, and our expansion into PC, Mobile, and Live Service gaming is transforming how and where our content can be enjoyed.”

Check out some of the highlights from this year’s (2023) PlayStation Showcase in this post.

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