Sony has officially announced an upcoming State of Play presentation specifically designed for PlayStation enthusiasts, though viewers should note this particular broadcast comes with a distinctive regional focus. Following a brief hiatus since the last PlayStation showcase, this new announcement has already sparked considerable excitement and speculation within the gaming community.

The previous State of Play event occurred in September 2025 and delivered significant reveals including extended gameplay footage of Housemarque's Saros and the highly anticipated debut of Insomniac's Wolverine title. The Wolverine presentation concluded the showcase with an impressive gameplay trailer and developer insights, confirming Liam McIntyre's role as the iconic character Logan. Now, less than two months later, Sony has confirmed the next installment in their presentation series.

The upcoming PlayStation State of Play arrives sooner than many expected, scheduled for November 11, 2025, beginning at 2pm PT/5pm ET. While specific details remain limited, Sony has confirmed the presentation will span over 40 minutes of content. However, unlike previous State of Play broadcasts, the company has chosen not to preview any specific titles that will appear during the showcase, indicating this will be a distinctive episode in the series.

According to the official announcement, this special edition is designated as State of Play Japan, with the entire 40-minute runtime dedicated exclusively to games developed in Japan and throughout Asia. The event will be hosted by renowned voice actor Yuki Kaji, famous for his portrayal of Todoroki in My Hero Academia and numerous other iconic characters. The presentation promises to feature a diverse range of content including independent titles, highly anticipated releases, and exclusive developer interviews. Importantly, while the broadcast will be conducted in Japanese, complete English subtitles will be available for international viewers.

The intentionally vague announcement has naturally generated widespread speculation among fans attempting to predict potential reveals. With major Japanese development studios like Capcom and Square Enix expected to feature prominently, many are hoping for updates on Resident Evil Requiem, Kingdom Hearts 4, or Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Additionally, Arc System Works' presence in Japan and their current collaboration with Marvel and Sony has led to speculation about potential character reveals for the upcoming fighting game Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls. Regardless of the specific content, the gaming community won't have to wait long for answers.