PlayStation State of Play aired
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The gist
Sony aired two State of Play broadcasts on September 3, 2026, closing with Final Fantasy VII Revelation. The double-header signals PlayStation's push to win back fans amid its all-digital shift.
Background
Sony has held a State of Play every September since 2022, typically in mid-to-late September. This year, the event was moved earlier to September 3 and expanded into a double-header, with a Japan-focused broadcast immediately following the main show. The main presentation featured PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, ending with an extended look at Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Revelation. The timing comes amid fan discontent over Sony's announced plan to ditch physical discs by 2028.
How it unfolded
- Aug 30, 2026Insiders and leaks suggest a September State of Play is imminent, with some predicting September 3 as the date.
- Aug 31, 2026Sony officially confirms two State of Play presentations airing back-to-back on September 3, with Final Fantasy VII Revelation closing the first show.
- Sep 3, 2026State of Play airs at 6:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 a.m. ET, followed immediately by State of Play Japan hosted by Yuki Kaji.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Sony says the broadcasts will feature news from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, with deep dives into games from Japan and Asia.
- Public
- Some fans used past showcases to protest Sony's disc-less future, flooding chat with disc emojis and #NoDiscNoBuy messages.
- Analysts
- Insiders like NateTheHate suggest the event could shed light on upcoming titles like Intergalactic and Until Dawn 2.
Still unverified
Predictions about specific game appearances (e.g., Intergalactic) were based on insider leaks and not confirmed by Sony.