Katarzyna Petru
This is one of those evenings that gamers have been waiting for months. Sony is hosting another State of Play that is supposed to set the direction for PlayStation 5 for the first half of 2026. After strong presentations from the competition, the pressure is high, and the expectations even higher. This time the show is expected to last about an hour, so we are talking about a full-fledged event, not just a short series of trailers. This is the moment when Sony must clearly show what cards it has up its sleeve. The broadcast is scheduled to start at 11:00 PM.
What might appear at the show?
First-party productions will likely be the focus, including a broader presentation of Saros and Marathon. Both titles are generating significant interest, and players are expecting specific materials, not just short teaser snippets.
It’s also possible that we will see new information about Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and Horizon Hunters Gathering. For these projects, a realistic scenario involves release dates or at least approximate release windows.
Partners can also throw in some heavy hits
State of Play traditionally gives space to external studios. Among the potential candidates to showcase new materials are Phantom Blade Zero and 4:Loop. There is also a lot of talk about the presence of Capcom, which could present fresh footage of Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, or Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Speculations also feature titles like Crimson Desert, 007 First Light, or Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. If even some of these projects appear on stage, the evening promises to be exceptionally intense.
Today's State of Play aims to address key questions regarding Sony's plans for the coming months. After a period of relative silence, players are expecting a clear strategy and strong announcements. The hour-long format provides space for more than just quick trailers. Now it remains to be seen if Sony will actually raise the bar.
source: PlayStation
