EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 1H 58M
Episode 77 | Metal Gear Solid 4 Returns, God of War Remake, and PlayStation’s Massive State of Play
from Press Start Select Podcast · host Antonius DaGamer
Was this the strongest PlayStation State of Play in years?In Episode 77 of Press Start Select, Antonius DaGamer and Super SSS Rank break down a showcase packed with major announcements, deep cuts, and unexpected revivals. From the long-awaited return of Metal Gear Solid 4 to a rumored God of War trilogy remake, Sony may have delivered one of its most complete presentations in recent memory.But not everything landed.The conversation explores:• Why this State of Play felt like a turning point for PlayStation• Metal Gear Solid 4’s comeback and what it means for preservation• Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, roster balance, and the shadow of Marvel vs. Capcom 3• The continued expansion of the Horizon universe• PS5 Pro pricing, rising hardware costs, and the shift toward PC• Why indie studios are outperforming AAA in creativity and audience connectionWas this a true return to form — or just a strong night in a turbulent generation?TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro01:09 PlayStation State of Play Was FIRE03:42 Metal Gear Solid 4 Is BACK24:32 Ghost of Yotei & Third Party Highlights25:19 Marvel Tokon Roster Expectations 47:30 God of War Remake1:02:29 HighGuard's Marketing Killed the Game1:17:20 Horizon Hunters Gathering Deep Dive1:40:48 Steam Machine Delayed1:58:12 Outro
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Was this the strongest PlayStation State of Play in years?In Episode 77 of Press Start Select, Antonius DaGamer and Super SSS Rank break down a showcase packed with major announcements, deep cuts, and unexpected revivals. From the long-awaited return of Metal Gear Solid 4 to a rumored God of War trilogy remake, Sony may have delivered one of its most complete presentations in recent memory.But not everything landed.The conversation explores:• Why this State of Play felt like a turning point for PlayStation• Metal Gear Solid 4’s comeback and what it means for preservation• Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, roster balance, and the shadow of Marvel vs. Capcom 3• The continued expansion of the Horizon universe• PS5 Pro pricing, rising hardware costs, and the shift toward PC• Why indie studios are outperforming AAA in creativity and audience connectionWas this a true return to form — or just a strong night in a turbulent generation?TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro01:09 PlayStation State of Play Was FIRE03:42 Metal Gear Solid 4 Is BACK24:32 Ghost of Yotei & Third Party Highlights25:19 Marvel Tokon Roster Expectations 47:30 God of War Remake1:02:29 HighGuard's Marketing Killed the Game1:17:20 Horizon Hunters Gathering Deep Dive1:40:48 Steam Machine Delayed1:58:12 Outro
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Episode 77 | Metal Gear Solid 4 Returns, God of War Remake, and PlayStation’s Massive State of Play
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