The latest edition of State of Play begins in a few hours, so fans don't have to wait long for news about upcoming PlayStation games. September's edition will include two back-to-back broadcasts, featuring updates from studios around the world and deeper dives on upcoming games from creators in Japan and Asia.
Streams Charts has put together a primer with all the details about the next State of Play showcase, including dates, times, and broadcasts.
When is the next State of Play happening?
The latest State of Play will be held on Thursday, September 3, from 6:00 AM PT / 9:00 AM ET / 3:00 PM CEST / 10:00 PM JST. It will involve two broadcasts from State of Play and State of Play Japan airing back-to-back.
Where to watch the next State of Play?
According to the official website, fans can catch the upcoming showcase on the official PlayStation YouTube and Twitch channels. These streams will represent the second and third State of Play events of 2026 following the June 2026 State of Play.
Since both broadcasts will follow each other and involve multiple demographics, State of Play will air in English, with Japanese subtitles also available. In return, State of Play Japan will air in Japanese, with English subtitles available.
As always, such a prestigious showcase should attract the attention of some of the most popular streamers and content creators globally. The first State of Play this year was co-cast by top-tier creators including Zack "zackrawrr" Hoyt, Rubén "Rubius" Doblas, Félix "xQc" Lengyel, and Emily "Emiru" Schunk, so fans can expect a similar lineup of co-streamers in September.
What to expect from the next State of Play?
As per the official PlayStation Blog, the English State of Play will feature updates and announcements from PlayStation Studios and its third-party partners, concluding with an extended look at the vast world of Final Fantasy VII Revelation from Square Enix.
Rumors have also been circulating about more details for Marvel's Wolverine (set to come out later this month), God of War Laufey, Kingdom Hearts 4, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and Resident Evil: Veronica.
Immediately after, viewers can stay tuned for a new episode of State of Play Japan, once again hosted by Yuki Kaji. This stream will offer deep dives into upcoming games from game studios in Japan and Asia, including new gameplay, announcements, and more.
State of Play 2026 June viewership statistics
The June 2026 State of Play officially became the most-popular showcase in State of Play history, drawing more than 3 million Peak Viewers, according to Streams Charts. High-profile announcements and a massive wave of community streamers helped reach all-time highs across all key viewership metrics.
The Summer 2026 State of Play broadcasts generated over 4.4 million Hours Watched, while average viewership increased by 25.5% compared to last year. The event also reached a new high for creator participation, with more streaming channels co-broadcasting the presentation than ever before.
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