With a focus on new games rather than the upcoming PlayStation 5, Sony’s latest State of Play event generated some interest but no real excitement over new releases. The muted excitement could translate into fewer day one purchases or more people buying competing consoles like Microsoft’s Xbox Series X.

Sony has focused on characters of different ethnic backgrounds and female protagonists this time around. While this effort may not translate into more blockbuster sales in today's economy, it is necessary for a more inclusive gaming community.

Many of the new games mentioned during State of Play felt more like updates to familiar classics than new experiences. Many of the games had numbered releases, including Crash Bandicoot 4 and Spelunky 2.

One gamer who liked to be identified by her Twitch name, Rahne, liked the heavy focus on remakes or sequels: “Breathing new life into those titles… is a brilliant marketing tactic that brings more recognition to these smaller developers and studios who need more support now more than ever!”