Annapurna revealed the official gameplay trailer for The Lost Wild during Sony's State of Play presentation this week [2].
The game departs from traditional dinosaur titles by prioritizing survival and stealth over combat. By focusing on realistic animal behavior, the title aims to challenge players to coexist with prehistoric creatures rather than hunt them.
Released during the June 2026 State of Play event [2], the footage showcases a world where players must rely on observation, instinct, and restraint to navigate dangerous environments [1]. The trailer, which was also shared via IGN's YouTube channel, highlights the psychological tension of being hunted by creatures that behave like actual animals [1].
The Lost Wild is developed by Annapurna and is designed specifically for the PlayStation 5 [1]. The gameplay focuses on the tension of the unknown, forcing players to study the patterns of dinosaurs to avoid detection [1]. Unlike many survival titles that provide heavy weaponry, this experience emphasizes the vulnerability of the human character in a prehistoric ecosystem [1].
According to the presentation, The Lost Wild is scheduled for release in 2027 [1]. The title was one of several major announcements featured during the June 2026 livestream [2].
“Players must survive around realistic dinosaurs rather than fight them.”
The shift toward 'survival-horror' through behavioral realism suggests a trend in the gaming industry toward systemic simulation over scripted combat. By removing the ability to fight dinosaurs, Annapurna is positioning The Lost Wild as a psychological experience that leverages the PS5's hardware to create immersive, unpredictable AI environments.
