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Housemarque’s Saros Sets PS5 Launch for March 20, 2026 After First Gameplay Reveal

The Returnal follow-up adds permanent progression, a projectile-absorbing shield, and a one-time revive to make its run-based combat more approachable.

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Overview

  • Sony and Housemarque debuted an extended gameplay trailer during State of Play, confirming Saros as a PlayStation 5 exclusive with PS5 Pro enhancements.
  • Gameplay introduces the Soltari Shield to absorb enemy fire and charge customizable Power Weapons, reinforcing the studio’s bullet-hell combat roots.
  • Arjun Devraj, performed by Rahul Kohli, explores the shape-shifting planet Carcosa under a looming eclipse, with ensemble characters including Nitya Chandran.
  • Housemarque detailed permanent upgrades between runs and a discoverable Second Chance revive, signaling a more forgiving roguelite structure than Returnal.
  • Footage was captured on PS5 at 60fps in Unreal Engine 5 and labeled work-in-progress, with collaborators including XDEV, Nixxes, PlayStation Studios Creative Arts, and composer Sam Slater; no PC release is confirmed.