SAROS

Sony Interactive Entertainment
Available on
PS5
Release date: 2026

    What is SAROS?

    A haunting, dark, sci-fi adventure from the creators of Returnal.

    Beneath the shadow of an ominous eclipse, Arjun Devraj (Rahul Kohli, star of The Haunting of Bly Manor and Midnight Mass) is a Soltari enforcer who will stop at nothing to pursue answers on the shape-shifting world of Carcosa, a planet filled with dark secrets and hostile inhabitants.

    Key features

    Why you should play SAROS

    Come back stronger

    With the 'Second Chance' feature you’ll be revived instantly on your first death, helping you get straight back into the action. Beyond that, you can permanently augment your loadout from an evolving set of weapons and upgrades to overcome the challenges you face on Carcosa. 

    Bullet ballet, evolved

    Unleash a high-tech arsenal of weaponry as you dodge, shield and parry enemy attacks in a fluid, flow-state-inducing dance. Combine abilities and learn the attack patterns of your enemies to gain the upper hand, even when the odds seem stacked against you.


    Constantly evolving

    After every run you’ll face a changed world. The permanent resources you gain will ensure this world yields to you, but the corrupting influence of the Eclipse touches every crevice of this shapeshifting world, revealing new paths through each biome and awakening a madness within everyone and everything.

    Build your strength

    Return to the Passage between runs to track your permanent progression and meet an ensemble cast of characters. As your crew from Echelon IV begin to succumb to the madness brought on by the Eclipse, you’ll start to question who can still be trusted among the people you once relied on.

    Otherworldly sound design

    Rich details of Carcosa and its inhabitants come to life with atmospheric, sci-fi-inspired 3D audio soundscapes, punctuated by a dark electronic musical score from two-time Grammy Award-winning composer Sam Slater. 

    Power in your hands

    Feel the corrupting experience of Carcosa through the DualSense® wireless controller’s adaptive triggers and haptic feedback, as Arjun’s memories, suit and weaponry evolve with the powerful corruption effects of the Eclipse.

    Key features

    Why you should play SAROS

    Come back stronger

    With the 'Second Chance' feature you’ll be revived instantly on your first death, helping you get straight back into the action. Beyond that, you can permanently augment your loadout from an evolving set of weapons and upgrades to overcome the challenges you face on Carcosa.

    Bullet ballet, evolved

    Unleash a high-tech arsenal of weaponry as you dodge, shield and parry enemy attacks in a fluid, flow-state-inducing dance. Combine abilities and learn the attack patterns of your enemies to gain the upper hand, even when the odds seem stacked against you.

    Constantly evolving

    After every run you’ll face a changed world. The permanent resources you gain will ensure this world yields to you, but the corrupting influence of the Eclipse touches every crevice of this shapeshifting world, revealing new paths through each biome and awakening a madness within everyone and everything.

    Build your strength

    Return to the Passage between runs to track your permanent progression and meet an ensemble cast of characters. As your crew from Echelon IV begin to succumb to the madness brought on by the Eclipse, you’ll start to question who can still be trusted among the people you once relied on.

    Otherworldly sound design

    Rich details of Carcosa and its inhabitants come to life with atmospheric, sci-fi-inspired 3D audio soundscapes, punctuated by a dark electronic musical score from two-time Grammy Award-winning composer Sam Slater.

    Power in your hands

    Feel the corrupting experience of Carcosa through the DualSense® wireless controller’s adaptive triggers and haptic feedback, as Arjun’s memories, suit and weaponry evolve with the powerful corruption effects of the Eclipse.

    PS5 Features

    How innovative PS5 features enhance SAROS

    Fast loading

    Thrive in the chaos of the Eclipse; near-instant loading speeds of the PS5® console set you up to dive back into the action after death.

    3D Audio

    Track unseen threats and looming projectiles alike with precision 3D Audio, which reacts as fast as you do. Let the sounds of this alien world guide (or deceive) you.

    Haptic feedback

    Seize control of Arjun’s fate; feel every bump and texture in your hands with the detailed sensory input of haptic feedback.

    Adaptive triggers

    Use adaptive triggers to get to grips with this world’s alien tech; feel the corrupting influence of the Eclipse on Arjun’s suit and weaponry, as their capabilities augment and evolve…

    Stunning visuals

    Explore the incredible world of Carcosa in high-detail, and experience breathtaking bullet-ballet combat brought to life with Housemarque's signature VFX.

    Developed by Housemarque

    With decades of experience crafting adrenaline-fuelled, arcade-inspired mechanics, the team at Housemarque is back with the next evolution of the award-winning, third-person action seen in Returnal.

    More games developed by Housemarque

    Based in Helsinki, Finland, Housemarque have been developing games for over thirty years. You can play some of their biggest hits from the last decade right now on PS5.

    Returnal
    Matterfall
    Nex Machina
    Alienation 
    Super Stardust Ultra
    Resogun
    Dead Nation

    SAROS FAQs

    SAROS is a fast-paced, cinematic action game with exhilarating moment-to-moment gameplay, climactic boss fights and a mysterious and moving story – the hallmarks of industry veterans, Housemarque.

    SAROS is developed by Housemarque, a subsidiary of PlayStation Studios. Housemarque's previous games, available now for PlayStation consoles, include Returnal, Nex Machina, Matterfall and Resogun. Housemarque is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. 

    SAROS is a single-player action game.

    SAROS is exclusive to PlayStation 5 consoles and will not be available on PlayStation 4.

    SAROS is due to be released on March 20, 2026.

    Arjun is performed by English actor Rahul Kohli, whose television credits include Midnight Mass, Twilight of the Gods and The Fall of the House of Usher. Kohli has also performed in several video games, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Fortnite and Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical.

    Publisher:
    Sony Interactive Entertainment
    Genres:
    Shooter

    The above information is subject to change without prior notice.

    This game/content may not be available in some countries and regions and in some languages.

    The above information is subject to change without prior notice.

    This game/content may not be available in some countries and regions and in some languages.

    ©2026 Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe. Developed by Housemarque Oy. Saros is a trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.