Overview
- Sony announced the dual State of Play for Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, starting at 6 a.m. PT / 9 a.m. ET and streaming on PlayStation’s official YouTube and Twitch channels.
- PlayStation confirmed Final Fantasy VII: Revelation will close the main show with an extended look, a follow-up to the brief Gamescom footage and a likely moment for new gameplay or release details.
- State of Play Japan will air immediately after the global show and will be hosted by voice actor Yuki Kaji with a stated focus on deep dives into games from Japanese and Asian studios.
- Sony has not disclosed how long either broadcast will run or published a full games lineup, which outlets say has spawned industry speculation about other potential reveals and launch trailers.
- Audience reaction is expected to reflect ongoing debate over PlayStation’s physical and digital game policies, and the broadcasts could influence preorders, marketing plans and momentum ahead of Tokyo Game Show.