The gaming community is preparing for Sony’s State of Play, an eagerly awaited event that promises to showcase the future of PlayStation. The broadcast, scheduled for September 3, 2026, offers a glimpse of what the company and its partners are developing in the coming months and years. Expectations are high for a session full of trailers and announcements, which will initially highlight the conclusion of the first part of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, immediately followed by a State of Play focused on the Japanese market, presented by Yuki Kaji.

At this digital meeting, Sony presents a series of updates and announcements coming from both PlayStation Studios and partner developers. Fans who are unable to watch the event live will have access to detailed coverage with everything shown in both parts of the broadcast.

Unreleased scene from the film Resident Evil is presented

State of Play surprised viewers not with a game, but with an exclusive scene from the live-action Resident Evil film. The sequence finds Bryan, played by Austin Abrams, on a desolate street in Raccoon City, quickly attacked by infected inhabitants who jump from the rooftops in an intense display of violence. The film is scheduled to premiere on September 18th.

New Marvel’s Wolverine trailer reveals mutant-hunting program

A new trailer for Marvel’s Wolverine has been released, ahead of its release on September 15th. The material focuses on Bolivar Trask’s mutant hunting program, an initiative that resulted in the creation of the well-known Sentinel robots.

Ghost of Yotei gets hardcore survival mode

Ghost of Yotei aficionados can get ready to test their limits in a new hardcore survival mode, made for single player. It will be possible to control several characters from the Ghost of Yotei universe, including Jin, the protagonist of Ghost of Tsushima. The mode will be accessible from October 1st.

Ascendance Expansion Coming to Monster Hunter Wilds in 2027

Monster Hunter Wilds returns to the spotlight with the reveal of its massive expansion, Ascendance. Expected to be released in 2027, the content promises to introduce new monsters for hunting, new equipment and locations not yet explored.

Metro 2039 deepens atmosphere of tension in new demo

4A Games’ Metro series is known for its mastery of creating tense environments, and Metro 2039 seems to follow that tradition, raising the level of suspense. A new gameplay demo for the PS5 Pro showcased an electrifying confrontation between the main character and enemy forces, with the sound of a Geiger counter in the background. Metro 2039 will be released on February 4, 2027.

Maneater 2 is announced as a sequel to the shark game

Get ready for an even bigger adventure! Maneater is back with a sequel. Those who missed the chance to unleash their inner shark in the original game will have a new opportunity in this sequel.

Crimson Desert gets Charting the Unknown DLC in October

One of the biggest hits of the year, Crimson Desert, will have its next DLC revealed. Charting the Unknown follows Kliff, Oongka and Damiane on a journey to discover their destinies. The expansion will be available from October 15th.

Lego PlayStation set recreates console in 1:1 scale

The long-awaited Lego PlayStation set has become a reality. Based on the iconic console, the kit contains more than 1,900 pieces, forming a 1:1 scale replica and including several detailed dioramas.

Final Fantasy Resonance shows gameplay and provides demo

A new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance has been shown, showing more of the gameplay in HD 2D, including a battle against Final Fantasy VII villain Sephiroth. A demo of the game can now be downloaded.

Gundam: Rogue Orbit reveals release date and new trailer

While the Gundam franchise doesn’t have a stellar track record in video games, Gundam: Rogue Orbit seeks to change that perception. Rogue Orbit’s new gameplay trailer is impressive, showing players piloting giant mechs in combat against even larger threats. The release date has been confirmed: the game arrives on March 5, 2027.

Hunter’s Moon, new folk horror game, arrives on PS5

An interesting new addition is Hunter’s Moon, a first-person historical folk horror game. The title is scheduled to be released for the PS5 on October 26th.

Uncanyon features exploration of fantastic lands and ruins

Another promising indie game, Uncanyon, invites players to explore fantastic landscapes and mysterious ruins filled with complex puzzles.

Keeper, by Double Fine, arrives on PlayStation 5

Double Fine, which is no longer part of the Xbox first-party label, appears to be expanding its presence on PlayStation. The first game in this transition is Keeper, an enchanting adventure starring a conscious and mobile lighthouse in search of self-discovery. The game is now available for PS5.

Konami’s Rev. Noir promises anime-inspired RPG adventure

An anime-style action game couldn’t be missing, and Rev. Noir fits the bill perfectly. This RPG from Konami follows young Asch on his quest to stop the “power outage”, a catastrophe that annihilates everything it touches.

Rhapsody in Scarlet takes players to 1920s New York

Another Konami release is Rhapsody in Scarlet, an adventure with jazz elements set in 1920s New York. Players take on the role of young wizard Ellie Myers, tasked with facing a global threat.

PlayStation Plus adds new games and classics to the catalog

The PlayStation Plus game catalog will be expanded with the inclusion of Mycopunk for Extra and Premium subscribers. The library of classics will also receive updates in the coming months, with additions such as Mega Man X Command Mission, Dino Crisis 2 and Ratchet and Clank.

Saros receives Zenith update with Overlord Rush mode and more

For those looking for extra challenges in Housemarque’s Saros, the Zenith update is the next big addition of free content. It introduces the new Overlord Rush mode, Eclipse Layers, New Game+ mode, more progression options, new Carocosan modifiers and accessibility features.

Gran Turismo: Spec IV arrives in two parts with new content

The Spec IV update for Gran Turismo will be released in two phases later this year, bringing new circuits, new cars, a Family Mode and several other new features. The first part will be available in October and the second in December.

Until Dawn 2: Choice and Consequences takes ghost hunters to Akishima Island

Finally, Until Dawn gets a sequel. Until Dawn 2: Choice and Consequences follows a team of ghost hunters in search of the definitive story, but their investigation takes a dark turn when it takes them to Akishima Island, a remote, decades-abandoned place that holds deadly secrets.

Grand Theft Auto 6 DualSense controllers receive limited edition

Limited edition DualSense controllers for Grand Theft Auto 6 have been announced. Available in white and black, the controls feature an iridescent and shiny finish, with textured details of palm leaves and the official GTA 6 branding. Pre-sales start on September 10th, and shipments are scheduled for November 19th.

Final Fantasy VII Revelation has release date and gameplay details

The journey of the Final Fantasy VII Revelation trilogy is reaching its conclusion, with the official release of Final Fantasy VII Revelation scheduled for April 8, 2027. Square Enix also released more gameplay details, including exploration from Cid’s Highwind airship, an in-depth look at the FITS system, and switching between different play styles.