Upcoming Releases: Mortal Kombat 1, Marvel’s Spider-Man, Sword of the Sea, Earth Defense Force 6, and More – PlayStation Blog

Alright, here goes. No promises it won’t be a mess, but hey, chaos has its charm, right?

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So, it’s been 15 years. Fifteen! PlayStation Plus has been around for a decade and a half, and somehow, they’re still dishing out goodies. This August, it’s like they’ve thrown a bunch of games into a blender and hit “awesome.” I mean, Mortal Kombat 1 is back—reimagined, of course. Makes you wonder, does reimagining mean adding more gore? Probably. And then there’s Spider-Man; swinging around New York in digital form is almost like cardio. Almost.

Oh, and for those into alien invasions, Earth Defense Force 6 is your jam. Running around with high-tech weapons, saving humankind from swarming creatures? Sign me up! And if all that doesn’t sway you, Sword of the Sea drops into the lineup, hyperactive waves and all. The idea of surfing sand, though—can’t say I’ve ever tried it.

Speaking of hauntings… Resident Evil 2 and 3 are sneaking their retro selves back onto the scene. It’s like meeting old friends. Undead, terrifying old friends. They’re coming on August 19. So, mark your calendars—or don’t. You do you.

Now, Death Stranding 2’s making a trial appearance. Just five hours to see if you vibe with it. Think of it like speed dating, but with a game that feels like an epic novel on a screen.

Switching gears to Mortal Kombat 1—because why not jumble thoughts—Fire God Liu Kang is messing with timelines and warriors are getting new stories. Someone else notices how games remake themselves yet still feel fresh? Anyway… expect the usual bone-breaking Fatal Blows and frantic button-mashing.

Don’t even get me started on Spider-Man. This isn’t your friendly neighborhood newbie. Peter Parker’s all grown up, juggling life, crime, and taxes probably. You’ve got two versions: Remastered for PS5, Game of the Year Edition on PS4. Different strokes for different consoles, I guess.

Seas of sand make a cameo in Sword of the Sea. That hoversword is like every extreme sport rolled into one. If skating on deserts with a splash of Zen meditation is your thing, you won’t want to miss out. Again, nothing I’ve seen, because surfing sand? Mind-bending.

Earth Defense Force 6, where soldiers face down gigantic bugs, is here for that pure adrenaline hit. Picture cities crumbling while you stand firm with a laser weapon. Feels a bit too close to reality sometimes, but anyway.

Then there’s Unicorn Overlord. Yes, really. Tactical fantasy RPG from the folks who did Dragon’s Crown. It’s like they threw a bunch of fantasy tropes into a blender and hit puree. But in a good way.

Let’s dive into mysticism—Indika. This game’s got nuns and the devil having chit-chats. Not your average Sunday sermon, huh? It’s a journey wrapped in quirky insights; something feels straight out of Dostoyevski and Bulhakov’s brainchild.

Right, Harold Halibut. Handmade narrative jam-packed into a spaceship nestled in alien waters. Harold, the lab assistant, is on a friendship journey while trying to find a new world. No pressure, Harold.

Coral Island is saying goodbye to city life. So you pack up, head to the island, and start your farming adventure. Throw in some relaxation and exploration, and it’s like a digital back-to-nature retreat.

Resident Evil 2 and 3 get all nostalgic in a way only survival horror can—upgrades, filters, and all. Just when you thought Raccoon City was done, it’s back for more. Zombies and conspiracy theories. Classic combo, right?

Anyway—wait, did I miss something? Oh yeah, lots to check out. Calendars, folks. Keep an eye on your local PlayStation Store for the exact whens and wheres, because, you know, details.

There you have it—a glorious mess of games awaiting your thumbs. Go wild.

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Hope something made sense. Or not. Keep gaming!