Daba: Land of Water Scar Finally Gets New Look at State of Play
Daba: Land of Water Scar, a PlayStation 5 action RPG developed by Shanghai-based studio Dark Star, received a fresh spotlight during Sony’s September 2026 State of Play presentation. The game, originally announced in 2023, has maintained relatively low visibility since its debut, making the new trailer a significant moment for the title.
Sony has secured publishing rights for the game as part of its China Hero Project, a mentoring and support initiative designed to help Chinese game developers create titles for global audiences. Dark Star is among the notable projects supported by this program, which has been actively fostering Chinese talent over recent years.
The new trailer showcased the game’s artistic direction and design philosophy. Despite limited public exposure since 2023, Daba: Land of Water Scar has received occasional gameplay reveals and trailers that hinted at its ambitious scope within the action RPG genre.
The game is scheduled for release in 2027, giving the development team additional time to refine the experience. The publishing partnership with Sony underscores confidence in the project’s potential to resonate with PlayStation audiences worldwide. The State of Play appearance signals Sony’s commitment to supporting innovative games from Chinese developers and expanding its portfolio with fresh voices in the action RPG space.