PlayStation State of Play: What to Expect and When to Tune In

Sony Interactive Entertainment’s (SIE) State of Play broadcasts have grow a cornerstone for PlayStation fans, offering direct updates on upcoming games, hardware, and ecosystem features. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the State of Play format, its history, recent events, and what players can anticipate in future broadcasts.

What is State of Play?

State of Play is a series of video programs designed to showcase upcoming content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR, and PlayStation VR2 platforms [1]. These broadcasts serve as a direct communication channel between Sony and its consumer base, detailing new software, hardware, and updates within the PlayStation ecosystem [2]. You can watch the streams live on PlayStation’s Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook channels.

A Brief History of State of Play

The State of Play format was introduced in March 2019 as a new approach to engaging with the PlayStation community. It mirrored Nintendo’s Nintendo Direct presentations, offering direct-to-consumer broadcasts [1]. This marked a shift in Sony’s marketing strategy, moving away from reliance on large industry events like E3 towards a more controlled, digital presentation format [1].

Recent Events: State of Play – February 2026

The most recent State of Play broadcast took place on February 12, 2026 [3]. Key announcements included:

• 007 First Light: A new story trailer was revealed, providing a deeper look into IO Interactive’s original take on the origin of James Bond [3].
• 4: Loop: Further details on the gameplay loop and mechanics of this four-player co-op shooter were presented [3].
• God of War: Announcements included a remake of the original God of War trilogy and the release of God of War: Sons of Sparta on PlayStation 5 [3].
• Kena: Scars of Kosmora: A direct sequel to Kena: Bridge of Spirits was announced [3].

When is the Next State of Play?

State of Play broadcasts are scheduled throughout the year [2]. Based on previous schedules, the next event is likely to occur in late spring or early summer 2026 [2]. Stay tuned to the PlayStation Blog and @PlayStation on Twitter for updates on the schedule.

What to Expect in Future Broadcasts

Future State of Play broadcasts are expected to focus on ongoing productions, including titles like Marvel’s Wolverine. Updates on previously announced titles and potential surprise reveals are also anticipated.