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Sony Announces Two State of Play Events for September 3
Sony has officially confirmed a State of Play showcase for September 3, 2026, with a second Japan-focused event to follow immediately after. The main show will feature updates from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, concluding with an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
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Sony has confirmed its next State of Play showcase will take place on September 3, 2026, as officially announced by the company. The livestream will begin at 6am PDT / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST, with regional variations across North America, Europe, and Asia/Oceania.
The main presentation will include "updates and announcements from PlayStation Studios and our third-party partners," according to Sony's PlayStation Blog post. The show will conclude with an "extended look" at Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Revelation, which serves as the closing segment.
Immediately following the main event, Sony will air a second State of Play Japan-focused showcase. This broadcast will offer "deep dives" into upcoming games from studios in Japan and Asia, including new gameplay, announcements, and more.
This follows earlier speculation from industry insider NateTheHate, who stated on social media that "a State of Play in September is looking incredibly likely and soon." The insider, known for a strong track record in gaming leaks, made the comment before Sony's official confirmation. An anonymous source on Reddit had also suggested the show would take place on September 3, though that claim was not verified at the time.
Sony has held a State of Play in September every year since 2022, though the exact date has varied. The last major State of Play took place in June, featuring reveals for God of War Laufey, Until Dawn 2, and Stuntman: Hollywood.
The main show leaves the door open for PlayStation Studios announcements, meaning titles like Until Dawn 2 and Intergalactic could appear. Meanwhile, the Japan event follows a precedent set by a previous State of Play Japan showcase, which included a Japan-specific PS5 console model, and DLC for Elden Ring Nightreign and Gran Turismo 7.
Sony has not yet specified the duration of either broadcast or the full list of games to be shown. The September 3 date marks a quick turnaround from the recent State of Play that focused on Phantom Blade Zero.
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Framing: Confirmation of two State of Play events, one for 3rd September and a Japan show immediately after — informative and speculative
Facts Included:
Sony has officially announced the next State of Play showcase will take place this week, on 3rd September 2026.
The livestream will have "updates and announcements from PlayStation Studios and our third-party partners".
The livestream will conclude with an "extended look" at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation.
Immediately after the show, Sony will air another State of Play Japan event.
State of Play Japan will offer deep dives into upcoming games from game studios in Japan and Asia, including new gameplay, announcements, and more.
The first State of Play livestream will start at: North America: 6am PDT / 7am MDT / 8am CDT / 9am EDT; UK/Ire: 2pm BST; Europe: 3pm CEST / 4pm EEST; Asia/Oceania: 10pm JST / 9pm AWST / 11pm AEST.
Sony leaves the door open for PlayStation Studios announcements.
It means we could see the likes of Until Dawn 2 and Intergalactic.
Square Enix is already confirmed to close the show with Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, so that's your "one more thing" already sorted.
Last time Sony put on a State of Play Japan showcase, the biggest announcements were a Japan-specific PS5 console model, and DLC for Elden Ring Nightreign and Gran Turismo 7.
Framing: The headline announces the confirmation of the September State of Play date and details. — excited and anticipatory
Facts Included:
Sony is planning two September State of Plays that will air later this week.
The first event will include updates from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, concluding with an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation from Square Enix.
The second event will begin right after the first concludes and is hosted by Yuki Kaji.
State of Play Japan will offer deep dives into upcoming games from studios in Japan and Asia.
Both broadcasts will air live on September 3 starting at 6:00am PT / 9:00am ET / 3:00pm CEST / 10:00pm JST on YouTube and Twitch.
Specific run times haven’t been confirmed for either event.
One popular prediction is that gamers will get the second Intergalactic trailer from Naughty Dog, but that has not been confirmed.
With Wolverine set to launch on September 15, it seems like it may be time for Sony to start laying out plans for its big titles coming in 2027 and early 2028.
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ClaimSony has announced a State of Play showcase will take place on September 3, 2026.
ClaimThe first State of Play event will include updates from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, concluding with an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
ClaimThe second event, State of Play Japan, will begin right after the first and will offer deep dives into upcoming games from studios in Japan and Asia.
ClaimIn response to the leak, EA tweeted: 'Well, that didn't go as planned. But now you know, and we've got a lot more to show you. See you when we're ready.'
ClaimNateTheHate, an insider with a strong track record for gaming leaks, wrote in response to a question on X: 'Working to confirm the date; but a State of Play in September is looking incredibly likely and soon.'
ClaimIt's relatively unlikely that Sony will talk about any new games in September, when they prefer to concentrate on titles that will be available at Christmas or soon after.
ClaimLast time Sony put on a State of Play Japan showcase, the biggest announcements were a Japan-specific PS5 console model, and DLC for Elden Ring Nightreign and Gran Turismo 7.