State of Play June 2, 2026 – Reactions by the Pitzenet Team

C’s Takeaways:

The Lost Wild may be the Dino Crisis successor fans wanted

For years, fans of Dino Crisis have hoped for a revival. The Lost Wild appears ready to fill that gap by focusing on survival, tension, and the fear of being hunted rather than empowering the player. Its atmosphere and predator-driven gameplay feel closer to Dino Crisis than most modern dinosaur games, positioning it as a potential spiritual successor.

The cube companion helps define God of War’s new direction

The floating cube companion accompanying Laufey may become one of the game’s most important additions. Modern God of War titles have relied heavily on companion relationships, and the cube provides a fresh dynamic without simply recreating Kratos and Atreus. The casting of Karl Urban suggests the character could bring humor, personality, and exposition while helping establish the game’s unique identity.

J’s Takeaways

ILL and Silent Hill: Townfall target traditional horror fans

While recent Resident Evil games have embraced more action, ILL and Silent Hill: Townfall appear focused on psychological horror, tension, and vulnerability. Both games seem designed for players seeking a more unsettling horror experience.

After years of inactivity, Silent Hill has become one of gaming’s most active horror franchises. Multiple projects and positive recent releases have helped establish what can reasonably be called a franchise renaissance.

Until Dawn 2 delivered the event’s strongest trailer, followed closely by God of War,

Until Dawn 2 efficiently introduced new players to its premise while rewarding returning fans with connections to the original. It balanced mystery, story, and nostalgia better than most reveals shown during the presentation.

Spending nearly 20 minutes on God of War: Laufey initially seemed excessive, but the extended gameplay demonstrated that this is more than a routine sequel. The new protagonist, companion system, and gameplay direction benefited from the additional time.

September’s crowded release schedule could create problems

Many showcased games are targeting September releases. Much of that scheduling appears influenced by Grand Theft Auto VI, even without the game appearing at the event. Publishers may be avoiding GTA 6 only to create intense competition among themselves, making it harder for individual titles to stand out.