PlayStation Schedules Back-to-Back State of Play Events for Thursday

Fresh off the heels of a whirlwind week of revelations at Gamescom, PlayStation is shifting the spotlight back to its own ecosystem by announcing a dynamic double-feature: back-to-back State of Play broadcasts scheduled for this Thursday.

The first event will follow the traditional broadcast format, while the second marks a special homecoming for State of Play Japan, expertly hosted by Yuji Kaji. Both presentations are set to air concurrently this Thursday, September 3, at 6:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 a.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. CEST / 10:00 p.m. JST.

According to an official statement on the PlayStation Blog, viewers should first tune in for a comprehensive showcase packed with updates and world premieres from PlayStation Studios and esteemed third-party partners. The broadcast will culminate in an extended, in-depth look at the expansive universe of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, courtesy of Square Enix.

Aside from diving deeper into Square Enix’s upcoming epic—which recently treated fans to a breathtaking trailer at Gamescom—speculation is running high regarding other major upcoming PlayStation exclusives. While purely speculative, enthusiasts are crossing their fingers for potential updates on highly anticipated titles like Marvel’s Wolverine, God of War Laufey, or the enchanting Kena: Scars of Kosmora. And although it remains a long shot following last week’s monumental gameplay deep-dive, hope naturally persists for another glimpse at Grand Theft Auto VI.

State of Play Japan Focuses on Asian Development Talent

Immediately following the primary showcase, the second presentation will pivot entirely toward upcoming titles hailing from brilliant creative teams across Japan and greater Asia. The blog details that this dedicated segment will deliver fresh gameplay footage, major announcements, and much more.

This concentrated focus opens the door for exciting news from industry powerhouses such as Atlus, Sega, RGG Studio, and the visually striking action RPG Phantom Blade Zero, which is slated for release this October. Please note that the State of Play Japan segment will be broadcast primarily in Japanese, complete with accessible English subtitles.

While Sony has yet to disclose the exact runtimes for these back-to-back broadcasts, fans can catch all the action live this Thursday by tuning into the official PlayStation YouTube and Twitch channels.