PlayStation Podcast discusses State of Play and God of War Laufey
Episode 543 of the PlayStation Podcast reviewed State of Play reveals, new PS5 games and accessories, and included interviews with Cory Barlog and God of War Laufey director Ariel Lawrence.
PlayStation Podcast Episode 543, recorded this week, recapped the most recent State of Play and covered new and upcoming PS5 games, hardware and hands-on impressions.
The hosts — Tim Turi, Kristen and Brett, joined by the episode presenter — ran through State of Play segments and highlighted major announcements, including an extended look at Marvel’s Wolverine, the first footage for Until Dawn 2, and the reveal of God of War Laufey. The discussion covered trailers, release windows and early playable impressions where applicable.
A hands-on report for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve described how aerial combat has been expanded to include dedicated air-to-sea and air-to-land engagements. The hosts detailed a large encounter against a land battleship and discussed control feel and mission design elements observed during play sessions.
The episode outlined next week’s PSN release highlights on PS5: Solarpunk, NBA The Run and Beastro. The podcast noted that game information was drawn from publisher press releases and ESRB descriptions and that release timing is subject to change.
Sony peripherals were reviewed with release dates and initial pricing. The FlexStrike wireless fight stick is due August 6, a 27-inch gaming monitor with a DualSense charging hook is due August 27, and the Pulse Elevate Wireless Speakers are scheduled to arrive later this year. The hosts provided hands-on impressions and availability windows for each item.
A special interview segment featured Cory Barlog, Head of Creative at Santa Monica Studio, and Ariel Lawrence, director of God of War Laufey. The conversation focused on the project’s development, leadership roles and production aspects as described by the guests.
Listeners can subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify, download episodes directly, or contact the show by email at [email protected]. The podcast credited Dormilón for theme music. An editor’s note reminded listeners that PlayStation Network release dates may change without notice.
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